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nervous about wearing my weight lifting belt for the first time...
So I got my first weight lifting belt, but I feel so nervous about wearing it. I'm the only female in the weight area in the mornings and I feel the belt will draw more attention. Its mainly to do deads which I feel my back needs support for. I would be deadlifting about 80kg + with it on. Is this too less to be wearing a…
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ladies.. does your period affect your strength when weight training?
So, I got my period at 1am in the morning, after 2 hours of agonizing pain I finally got to sleep but got up at 5 to get to the gym for 6am. I noticed I felt really tired and sore, when doing sumo deadlifts I had no drive in my legs to lift weight I know I have easily lifted before, my back also kept jerking :/ all other…
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can you take creatine with a thermogenic fat burner??!! (c4 super HD)
Can you take creatine and c4 super HD at the same time? I work out in the mornings and usually have my creatine before my workout I found that it makes me feel more powerful, however I will be working out fasted when I take the c4 (as instructed) . can I still take my creatine or will the two clash? Should I be taking…
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will food high in cholesterol affect my cut?
Soooo I made some amaazing chicken, bell pepper, onion, tomato and chilli curry today which I will be eating the next few days, the macros are pretty good IMO, however its a little high in cholesterol. Will this affect my cut? Macros per serving 344 calories 16.7g fat (healthy fat- only used olive oil) (10.2g…
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where's all the London lifters at!!??
Anyone on here from London?!
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if your in need of some motivation today..
So I am on a cut and finding it really difficult at the moment, iv Become really sensitive and I am getting serious cravings. BUT after watching this it all seems worth it. Seriously I feel so pumped up!! Its 45 mins long but a compilation of different vids/speeches so u can pause and come back to it.…
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gullon sugar free digestive biscuits for breakfast (cutting)
Hi all, So recently I discovered this little gem In my local store and I wanted to know if they are OK to eat! I hate eating oatmeal as it makes me go to the toilet ALOT! Since iv been having these i noticed that problem went away + i have more energy in the gym (this may also be down to the tea) I have 5 for breakfast…
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anyone else cutting during the winter? meal ideas
So I'm currently cutting as my BF% is 23%, going to cut and then do a mini bulk early next year and then cut again in time for summer. Anyone else cutting during winter? What are se high protein/low carb meal ideas? I usually have breakfast 4.20am(meal 1) porridge with 1 weetabix biscuit and a protein shake with 150ml semi…
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my family don't understand my lifestyle.
So I'm on maintenance calories ATM slowly transitioning into a cut. I don't live with my family So the whole week I follow a strict diet, however on the weekends my life literally turns into a living nightmare. I avoid going round my mums the whole week ( I can blame it on work etc) however when it comes to the weekends I…
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what body fat percentage to start cutting?
So I am a 5'6-5'7 female, 153 pounds and 24℅ bfp, iv only been lifting over 2 months. I was actually 4 weeks in to my bulk, but I read on one of the threads that after 25% bfp I will basically be putting on fat.. I tried to do some research on it to see whether I should carry on a bulk or start a cut and couldn't find much…
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on a downer whilst bulking (female)
So I'm 4 weeks into my bulk ( up 3 pounds) although I'm aware some of it is muscle I can't help but notice my bigger love handles/ bingo wings! this will be my first bulk and cut, so currently I have No muscle definition (this is the main thing I'm really self conscious of) I am aiming to bulk for another 8/12 weeks and…
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does sugar make you feel depressed?
So I was away for a week on holidays prior to this my diet was near enough perfect apart from the few slip ups here and there. When I was away I basically ate some form of chocolate with breakfast lunch and dinner. The whole week I literally ate all the junk food I could. It made me feel like proper crap and super drained…
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female bulking question!!
Hello ladies! Quick question, I am currently on a bulk and 150 pounds at the moment . I am 5'6. I was wondering what a good weight is to start my cut? ( this will be my first cut) I'm in the UK so we are in winter for another 3 months, I was wondering if I should carry on bulking, and then start my cut in January. Also,…
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chest 'pop' whilst doing weighted bench dips!!
So I was doing weighted bench dips yesterday and I could feel the pressure on my chest on the last 3-4 reps but I kept on going and on the last rep I felt my chest pop almost as if someone had punched me on the inside. I immediately stopped but since then it has really been hurting me its like a sharp pain right in the…
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best whole meal bread available in the UK?
Hi all, What is the best whole meal bread available in the UK? I have access to sainsburys, asda, tesco and aldi. I get my main source of carbs from bread as it is quick and easy to make sandwiches on the go etc. Recently I picked up hovis whole meal without reading the ingredients only to realize after that it contains…
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Going commando in the gym? Ladies help please!
So I always wear normal briefs in the gym however I am so fed up of the unflattering panty lines these give you! One of the ladies in the gym mentioned going commando.. Have any of you tried this? If not What sort of underwear do you wear? Any suggestions for panty line free knickers!?
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Bulk or cut!!? help
Hey everyone, So I am going away in 6 weeks time and I want to look the best I can! I currently weigh 70kg and I am 5'7. What I would ideally want is to build my glutes and have a small toned waist along with shapely shoulders and arms. I know this probably won't happen in 6 weeks but I am totally lost on what my macros…
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reheating couscous?
Hi all, I just wanted to ask if reheating couscous is safe? I will usually make it the day before then put it in the fridge wake up and take it out the fridge around 4.30am. Go to the gym (take the first bus at 5am to get there for 6am. Usually work out till 7am - 9am then go into work and put it in the fridge. Reheat…
