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It's starting...
Keto has received the Dr. Oz endorsement...
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Ladies who lift and work in an office environment!
Hello, I work in a business casual office environment and I like to wear button-up shirts to work with trousers. However, they do not like me very much as I find them restricting across the back. I typically wear a size small, as it fits in the front (I have a small chest). But when it stretches across the back, that's…
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Some help for my mom
Backstory: My mother is a 55 year old woman who came to Canada with barely anything and has very little in formal training and education. So her English is not that great. She called me today and asked me what potassium was. I figured her doctor mentioned it, and she went on to say that her doctors did a blood test and…
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Bacon Grease
Hi guys! So when I move into my new place, I will definitely have more cooking space and plan on keeping bacon grease on hand for my frying pan. What is the best way to store it? Is a mason jar sufficient? Do I need to skim off any of the little bits that may have broken off in my bacon cooking process? I usually bake mine…
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Wendler's 5/3/1 re: Assistance Work
I'm looking to make the switch to 5/3/1 from Stronglifts 5x5 and I just laid my first week of my first cycle on my spreadsheet. I am quite limited in gym time on the weekdays, as I need to be out of there in 50 minutes max from putting my things away, warm up, the work, and getting dressed as I need to take transit to work…
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Bodyfat percentage
I hope this is the right forum for this... If not, mods are free to move it! Height: 5'3" Weight: 142lbs +/- 2 lbs for regular fluctuations StrongLifts 5x5 is my strength training routine. Currently eating at maintenance of net 1640 calories but planning on a cut in January to lose bodyfat for a wedding in June. I am…
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When should I switch programs?
Hi all, I am currently running Stronglifts 5x5 and have been doing so since May. My current maxes are: 150lbs 3x3 for squats 160lbs 1x5 for deadlifts 75lbs 5x5 for row 70lbs 5x3 for bench 60lbs 3x5 for overhead press I am 5'3", 142lbs, and 28 years old. I don't want to switch right now as I think I can do better but…
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Post Flu Shot Lifting?
I am getting a flu shot today and I normally don't feel ultra sore but the arm is a little tender generally. Is it OK to continue lifting? I ask because I have Stronglifts Workout B planned for tomorrow and it involves Overhead Press. Any tips or tricks?
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Converse Chuck Taylors for Lifting
Hi everyone, So on the Stronglifts website, Converse Chuck Taylors were recommended for lifting due to their flat sole. Now, are high tops or low tops preferred? Reasons why one may be preferred over the other? I am going to see if my old Chucks are still at my mom's house and if they still fit (they are high top), but if…
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MOAR CARNIVORE!
So I went on vacation to Ireland for two weeks and ate everything in sight. Went for a cheeky Nando's more than a few times and while I kept to some LC sensibilities such as having a bunless burger, I also drank a lot and ate a lot of sweets. I did lift and walk a lot while I was there - but I still managed to gain 3 lbs.…
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Benching for short limbed ladies
Is there any benefit/drawback to someone who has short arms (meeeee) starting their bench press from the second rung? The second rung of the rack would be where the barbell would be resting at the beginning. Yes or no? I struggle with getting the bar off and back on the rack when I'm done.
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Fractional Plates
Hi all, I am currently in my third week of Stronglifts 5x5 and I have stalled on a 50lb OHP. The app gave me the alert to deload on my next workout, but also said something about fractional weights. The smallest plates my gym has are 2.5lbs. I really want to commit to getting stronger, but I struggle with OHP. My upper…
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Low Carb Picnic Ideas
Hi friends! My friend is having a birthday picnic at the beach on Saturday and I was wondering what are your favourite picnic foods? Obviously sandwiches are out of the question but I won't have access to much in the way of food storage. I really don't want to carry a cooler around. A tupperware container, sure but I know…
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Butter is Better
Just a small little article about research done in Canada - finding that butter is good for you! But we already knew that. https://munchies.vice.com/articles/butter-is-your-friend-but-margarine-wants-to-kill-you Also, Ireland has a museum dedicated to butter. I really need to hit that up when I go back in the summer.…
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MFP has posted some low carb recipes!
...but they are also kind of low fat. However, this one seems nice: http://www.organizeyourselfskinny.com/2015/05/19/healthy-low-carb-blt-turkey-club-lettuce-wraps/ I would just use more mayo and add a slice of avocado for more fat!
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Caught my boyfriend's cold
Hi all, I have been on keto for close to six months now and this is the first time I have had any sickness. I have a stuffed nose which makes it slightly difficult to breathe. I know things like NyQuil are filled with carbs so I really want to avoid it. What do you guys recommend for colds while on this WOE?
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Bacon - caloric differences
Hi all, I have been reading the food diaries of some on here and I have noticed that there are huge differences in the caloric differences of bacon. My mom bought me a pack of bacon from the States (I am Canadian) last month and I noticed that it was 100 calories for two slices. And then I looked at the pack of bacon I…
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Fave Movie Snacks
Hi all, I was just wondering what your favourite movie snacks are? I am going to see Deadpool tonight and have previously brought in a snack size bag of almonds to snack on. Any other suggestions?
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Menu Help
Hi all, I am going out to dinner for my best friend's birthday tonight and I am having a bit of trouble with the menu. This is my first time dining here, and I am unsure of what to get. Warning: I live in Vancouver and a lot of restaurants are pretentious AF. http://www.saiwoo.ca/ is the website. But essentially, it is…
