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When they say it's just water weight gain...
So what's the difference between water weight and real weight gain. In 1 month, I've put on 5 kg (11 lbs) So everyone will say it's impossible to be putting on THAT much weight, and most of it is water weight. I'm quite confused, because water weight is STILL weight right? What's the difference between this and real weight…
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What type of oil is good for cooking
There are so many different types of oils. But what type of oil under heat (stir-fry) will not lose its nutritional value? Which is best for cooking? * Extra virgin Olive Oil * Ground nut oil * Sunflower oil * Canola oil * Coconut oil (too expensive, not my first option)
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Should i increase my calories intake?
I'm going on a holiday next week! For 2 full weeks, wont be tracking macros / calories. And I doubt I will have easy access to gyms Since I'm bulking, should I increase my calories intake now (From 2400 to 2600) or just wait till I'm back. Hmm.... Reason being my weight is fluctuating like crazy! And I've not been able to…
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6 Servings of fruits a day.. Muscle building or fat gain
Hi I'm bulking and I have fruits for every meal... Breakfast: 1 apple or orange Lunch: 1 apple Pre workout: 1 banana Dinner: 3 different types of fruits Are these okay for bulking? Heard all the myths about fructose being not good for muscle building and all these calorie surplus are likely to turn to fats... Truth? My…
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Females who bulk!
Let's add each other on MFP and also if you have any instagram. :)
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Bulking and hungry in the morning?!?!?
Hi All, I am currently 5'2" 104 lbs (morning weight). I am bulking at 2400 calories. I've been trying to find my accurate TDEE and bulking calories for about 2 weeks now. I've increased from 2100 - 2400cals within less than 2 weeks While on a bulk, am i supposed to feel full? However i dont. I go to sleep feeling 70% full…
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What's your pre workout meal and snack?
What's your pre workout meal and snack? Mine is usually the following: 2hrs before: Yoghurt and nuts or protein bar 30mins before: Tuna or protein bar or a fruit
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Pre-workout supp vs coffee
Hi! May i know what's the difference in these 2. Not sure if it's worth investing in pre workout like c4? Will it help in energy level and recovery?
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Hair & menstrual loss, cold and pale yellow after weight loss
Hi! As the title says I've been experience hair loss, coldness, I look pale yellow and period loss. I am at a bmi of 19.5 it's not underweight, but all the symptoms of underweight won't go away. I've had not had my period for 1 year and my hair loss is becoming pretty bad. Any advise? I'm now eating about 2000-2200…
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5 ft 2" and bulking (when 2000 cals dont seem enough?)
Hi All, i've just started on ICF 5X5 and looking to go into a lean bulk. I'm not planning to go through the cut cycle, hence a goal weight of 115 - 120lbs will be good for me for maintenance with muscle definition. My workout plan: 3 days of ICF 5X5 2 - 3 days of Cardio (1hr each approx.) My bodyfat % is pretty low for…
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Need your expert opinions! ICF 5X5 (modified accessories and deadlifts)
Workout A: Squats: 5 X 5 Barbell Bench Press: 5 X 5 Pendlay Row: 5 X 5 Close grip upright row: 3 X 8 - 10 (instead of shrugs) Hyperextension / Dumbbell row: 3 X 10 - 12 (Alternate between the 2 exercises for every workout) Skull crusher: 3 X 10 Incline Dumbbell curl (superset with hammer curls): 3 X 8 - 10 (added in 1 more…
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3lbs weight gain in first 4 days of bulk?!
Hello All, Current stats: 5" 2" Weight: 14 Aug: 103 lbs 17 Aug: 106 lbs Lifting: 3 days a week (ICF 5 X 5) Cardio: 2 days a week (1hr - 1.5hrs) Previous intake: Not sure, wasnt tracking much probably was undereating 1600 - 1800 cals Current intake: 2000 - 2200 cals I dont track my macros very strictly as I want a healthy…
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Gaining strength - linear progression (maintenance mode)
How do you gain strength with good linear progression while maintaining the same body weight? I am currently on ICF 5X5 ? But everyone's consensus is that it's impossible to make linear progression without bulking.
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Intuitive eating challenge :) - Any one?
Anyone planning and stopping to calories count / macro count and to progress towards intuitive eating? I believe at some point everyone should :) It's a matter of when you are ready to stop letting the numbers get to your head. If you have been recording / counting long enough, i believe this will help you to have a better…
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From weight loss to bulk! (does weight gain scare you?)
I believe many ladies here (in particular) are coming off a cut or weight loss. I myself lost 30kg in 2014. Now i'm currently 158cm, 47 kg. Im not underweight, but i have low bodyfat (below 15%) which can be seen from my vascularity in my arms (although when im not flexing - kinda dangerously low and somewhat unsightly).…
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What should i do now - Stop tracking?
Hi Guys, looking for some support here...I am currently 157cm 46 kg. My family doctor wants me to put on weight 0.5kg / week! Preferably all the way up to 52kg. Is it too much? =X She said i am about to go into anorexia and my perception of eating portion sizes maybe distorted. This week I've been feeling: Light headed,…
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Any iifym fans out here?
Hello! Just wondering if there are any iifym macro trackers out here? Need some motivation to show that it works!
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Food poisoning , out for at least a week
Hi guys .. I started weight training about 2 months ago been enjoying it... Trying to build muscle mass..And wham! Suddenly down with food poisoning last Friday.. At least now the diarrhea runs has stopped, but feeling light headed (low blood pressure ) , dehydrated , muscle fatigue especially my legs... Question is,…
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Constantly hungry - increased metabolism after weight loss?
I seemed to be constantly hungry after my 1 year of weight loss (30kg in 2014)... I have been upping my calories (1300 - 1400 - 1600 and now 1800). My stats are: Height: 158cm (5'2) Current weight: 47 - 48kg (106lbs) LBM: 37kg (81 lbs) Current body fat% (according to tanita electronic scale): 15% - 17% Macros: 1800 cals…
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1 year after weight loss - To lean bulk & Macro check pls!
Hi Guys! Need some advise please! I've recently got off a low calories weight loss journey (lost about 30kg in 12months (2014). Now i am looking at maintaining my weight, started in Jan this year. My goal is to shape (some muscles :) ) and get rid of the loose skin! I am thinking of a lean bulk (but i'm not so sure)...…
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1 year after weight loss - what's next?
Hi Guys! Need some advise please! I've recently got off a low calories weight loss journey (lost about 30kg in 12months (2014). Now i am looking at maintaining my weight, started in Jan this year. My goal is to shape (some muscles :) ) and get rid of the loose skin! Height: 158cm (5'2) Current weight: 47 - 48kg (106lbs)…
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I am scared of unclean food - Pls HELP!
Hi, I have an issue with eating anything that i deemed as unhealthy. Which is hurting my social life. I only eat clean or when i can count calories (healthily). Today, i didnt join lunch as it was a pizza hut lunch, i hid at the lobby to eat 1 apple, handful of almonds and 1 cup of yoghurt. I think this is affecting my…
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[Please help!] Best macro ratio - for Bulk / body recomp?
Hi Guys! Need some advise please! I've recently got off a low calories weight loss journey (lost about 30kg in 12months (2014). Now i am looking at maintaining my weight, started in Jan this year. Of the options below, which is a better macro ratio? I am looking at increasing strength and building more muscles. Not so keen…
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30 days trust-yourself-challenge!
Hi Guys, I've just started maintaining for about 6 weeks. Current stats: 158cm, 49 - 50kg, i've lost about 30kg last year (2014). Some thought process below which i have divided below as i've been feeling very stressed, confused and down... A) My current situation and feeling B) How i really want to feel 1. Too much focus…
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Help! Gaining fat,losing muscles
Hi, I'm 27 years old, 110 pounds 5 ft 2 in. I've lost about 60 pounds in 2014 and I'm looking at maintaining with a goal to reduce my body fat. Ever since I've started weight lifting, I've noticed a considerable increase in my body fat % slowly creeping over the past 1 month from 19% to 22.6% now! I measured this using the…
