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Wanting muscle mass but susceptible to weight gain
I am very susceptible to weight gain, most likely because I messed up and slowed my metabolism down when I was losing weight because I ate such little calories. However, I would like to start building muscle and toning my body. I understand that you must eat in a surplus to gain muscle mass, but if I eat that many calories…
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Low caloric intake and working out??
So I've had issues for forever now with eating. I eat very clean and usually don't eat more than 1000 calories a day because if I do I will gain weight for whatever reason. However I also lift weights 3 times a week in an attempt to tone my stomach pooch and build some muscle. I'm 5'7 and 120lbs. But I know to build muscle…
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Knee and hip pain from cardio
I usually run 2 miles a day and walk anywhere from 3.5-5 miles a day (6 days a week). I've been having knee and hip pain all day long lately. Every step I take, I can feel the pain. It is not an intense amount of pain just a slight amount that is not very comfortable. Is there something I'm doing wrong or something that…
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Daily calorie intake
Hello, I've been exercising and dieting for about a month now. I've lost 7 pounds. However, I'm wondering if my daily calorie intake is enough? I typically consumer 600-900 calories a day by eating only two meals a day and a snack. I always keep each meal below 400 calories. I've read online that you shouldn't eat less…
