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Macros.... Help
Hi guys, Hoping for some advice with my macros. I plan to start the Strong Curves programme this week. My current macros are pretty much an even ratio. My routine has consisted of a combination of HIIT sessions and compound exercises. I'm 5'6, 133 lbs. My Salter scales measure me at 22% BF, although I'm aware they are…
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Macros advice
Hi guys, Hoping for some advice with my macros. I plan to start the Strong Curves programme this week. My current macros are pretty much an even ratio. My routine has consisted of a combination of HIIT sessions and compound exercises. I'm 5'6, 133 lbs. My Salter scales measure me at 22% BF, although I'm aware they are…
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Squatting = Thicker Waist?
Is it possible squatting thicken the waist? Before (left) I weighed 10 st 5lb with a 27 inch waist, I know weigh 9st 6lb with a 26 inch waist (I'm 5'6) I would have expected my waist to be a lot smaller after dropping weight and body fat
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How long before you started to see results from strength training?
I've been strength training (free weights, leg press, assisted pull ups) and following a meal plan as advised by trainer for a good 6 weeks now. I haven't yet progressed to squat lifts and deadlifts. I've dropped body fat by 2% and I've noticed an improvement with my stamina. I guess I was expecting to see more of a change…
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Body Dysmorphia
Any guys who have struggled with BDD? Has fitness helped or has it just become a new obsession? My problems have always been related to my facial features. The novelty and initial feel good factor of going to the gym has wore off. My concern is I'll never be satisfied now with my figure
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Exercises to avoid that thicken waist?
So I've recently started getting into strength training. My goal is pretty much to feel healthier and stronger. I'd ideally like to hang to as much of my shape as possible, even enhance it. I have a 26 inch waist and 39 inch hips. I've read a lot conflicting information regarding exercises that will actually thicken the…
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Body Fat Plateau. Help!
I'm just hoping for some advice regarding dropping body fat and building muscle. Since committing to working out and eating healthy I have lost over a stone and about 3% body fat. I'm a 31 year old female, 5'7, 10 stone, 26 inch waist. All relatively healthy. But my body fat has pretty much stayed at around 24/25% I…
