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Calisthenics. Will I build muscle?
I have pretty severe arthritis. I used to lift weights, but it's impossible for me at this time since I need wrist surgery. I still want to continue working out though. Will body weight exercises help? Will i be able to gain some muscle?
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Healthy, good tasting recipes?
What are some of your favorite healthy recipes? Bonus points if they have lots of veggies. I'm at a good weight, but I would love to incorporate more vegetables and less processed foods. I've tried a few recipes on Pinterest but nothing stood out. I find myself not eating all of my meals simply because I don't care for the…
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Advice needed
I've put on about 20 pounds since the beginning of the year and I started lifting in February. I'm currently 5'4 112 pounds. I've gained a decent amount of muscle in my arms and legs, but now I'm starting to get love handles and that awful lower belly fat. I don't want to lose the weight I've worked so hard for. Is there…
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Eating more since I started lifting?
Not sure if this is the right forum to post in, but I'm hoping someone can help. I started lifting back in February. I love it! Ever since then though, my appetite has been ravenous. I'm easily eating 2300+ cals a day. Is that normal? I'm in recovery from an eating disorder so eating that much has been pretty distressing.…
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Hypermobility and lifting
Is anyone else hypermobile and lifting weights? I met with a physical therapist a few months back since my joints dislocate daily. (specifically my shoulders and hips) He said I was hypermobile and if I strengthened the muscles, it might help with the dislocations. I'm finding it pretty hard though as it leaves my joints…
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Fighting the urge to relapse
Hey there, I've been in recovery since earlier this year. I've made so much progress, but I still find myself struggling almost daily. Currently I feel I'm on the verge of a relapse. Therapy helps but I don't feel it's enough (I'm supposed to be in OP. My insurance doesn't cover it) I have no support at home. I asked my…
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Gastroparesis friendly recipes?
I'm having a difficult time maintaining my weight. I managed to get up to a healthy bmi earlier this year and now I'm nearly underweight again. I feel like I'm losing all my progress. I'm hoping to expand my palette of foods so that maybe I won't dread the thought of eating. And to anyone that doesn't have gastroparesis…
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Cardio exercises for lower body injuries
Hey guys, so yesterday I ended up pushing myself a little too far. I have arthritis and I did too much. Now both ankles are really swollen but I still want to work out! I don't want this to be a setback. Does anyone know of any cardio exercises I can do while I recover?
