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Any Guys doing Strong Curves?
Hi, my daughter and I have been doing Strong Lifts 5x5 together for about a month and half and have greatly enjoyed the program thus far. We were wondering what program to try after Strong Lifts has run its course (could be many months from now, as we are still making good gains). The program Strong Curves caught her eye…
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StrongLifts 5x5 Assistance Exercises
I was considering adding assistance exercises to my StrongLifts routine. I know the site states they are not needed and are of much lower priority. I was wondering if any of you have incorporated some of these into your routines, and if so, how did you structure it. For example, do you perform 1 or 2 after each workout, or…
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Warcraft Movie
Anyone else going to see this next weekend? I am a huge Fantasy geek, I hope its good. Although I was reminded that there has NEVER been a good movie made about a Video Game... ever.
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Newbie Muscle Gains
I started StrongLifts 5x5 about a month ago, and have been really enjoying it and seeing considerable strength gains. However, I have not lost any weight in the past 7 weeks. I have read threads on this forum referring to gains in muscle and water retention being higher for "newbies". I was curious if that was a common…
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LF an older Strength Training Program Thread
Hi all, I am trying to locate a thread that was posted on these forums. It contained a list (with links) to many of the popular strength training programs available. It was broken down into Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced if I remember correctly, and the OP said that they would be maintaining it. Also, I believe the…
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MACRO Question
So I have been using the default MFP macros for some time now, and have had success for the most part. (Just under a pound a week loss for over a year now). I saw a post on this site recently which had a link to a macro calculator called IIFYM. I input my data and the results showed similar calorie intake, but the IIFYM…
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Ladies what should a guy wear to the gym?
Dropping 50 pounds in the last year I decided to get some new gym wear mainly for strength training. I am not trying to meet women at the gym or anything like that, but I would like to know what some of you ladies think is proper gym attire for men that won't make you roll your eyes. I want it to be functional and…
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Strong Lifts Exercise Pacing
In viewing some of the videos that are available from the phone app I noticed that the pace of the lifting seems to be quite fast. Meaning the the lift and negative phases are accomplished quite quickly. In the past I have always been taught to lift fairly slow and controlled ensuring proper form. For example on a bench…
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Living out of a Hotel for a couple weeks
Hi all, I travel often for work, and next week I will be on the road again, and will be staying in a Hotel for about 2 weeks. The room has a small fridge and a microwave, so I am trying to plan some dinners that won't sabotage my program. Breakfast is easy, but I am worried about dinner so any tips would be most welcome. I…
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AM Strength pre-workout routine?
Due to some schedule changes I may have to switch my workouts from afternoon to early morning before work. My question is, how soon after waking should you go to the gym? Do you eat anything first, is a cup of coffee ok? I have never worked out on an empty stomach. Any insight into your routines or practices would be most…
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Key Lime Pie
I love Key Lime Pie, was wondering if anyone knows of a modified version that still retains that unique flavor. First bite often gives me goosebumps.
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Strong Lifts 5x5 with Partner Question
Hi all, my daughter will be finishing college shortly and we have plans to work out together using the Strong Lifts 5x5 program. When you are working out together, is it better to alternate sets with the other person who may or may not be using different weight, or wait till one person has done 5 sets etc. We don't want to…
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So many Yogurts to choose from
Hi all, I have been including a Dannon Light & Fit Greek Yogurt in quite a few of my daily Food Diaries. I get a little overwhelmed when looking at all the choices in the Yogurt section. Is there a better Yogurt choice I could be making?
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Mowing the Lawn burns 777 calories?
Hi all, added mowing the lawn to my log today. It said 60 minutes burned 777 calories, seems a bit high to me. Does it take my weight into account or is it the same for everyone regardless of size.
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Anyone work out during lunch break?
Hi all, returning to MFP after a months long absence. I want to add weekday strength training. In the past I have tried to workout in the evenings after work, goes well for about 2 months then I start missing days. I am not a morning person, so I was wondering if anyone has any tips for squeezing in an effective workout…
