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Struggling to lower BF%
Hi, I originally posted this in the general section but think I might be better off here... I'm beginning to get frustrated with my slow progress so thought I would ask for some advice. I'm 29, 5ft 8 and currently 145lbs. I started this week at 143lbs so have somehow gained 2lbs in 5 days despite eating well and training…
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Struggling to make progress
Hi I'm beginning to get frustrated with my slow progress so thought I would ask for some advice. I'm 29, 5ft 8 and currently 145lbs. I started this week at 143lbs so have somehow gained 2lbs in 5 days despite eating well and training for 1.5 hrs a day 5/6 times per week. I hate cardio and love lifting so my training is as…
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Maximuscle Promax Diet
Hi I am starting Maximuscle Promax Diet this week and just wondered how people have found it? I plan to have the shake for my lunch. Thanks in advance :smile:
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Exercising with a knee injury
Hi everyone Just a quick question, i injured my knee on Weds night whilst running at the gym. I couldn't weight bear on it so had x-rays taken on Thurs which were fine, the doctor thinks it's just ligament damage. The pain is much better now and i can almost walk normally again for short periods. I am desperate to start…
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Knee surgery - any positive stories please?
Hi I had knee surgery 3 days ago for the following problems: Sprained MCL Torn ACL Microfractures to my Tibia Widespread Bone Marrow Oedema (tibia) Damaged Meniscus - Had to be shaved back I would really like to hear from anyone who has had a similar injury as I'm feeling so down and frustrated about this. I am in alot of…
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Is it harder to loose weight if you are within a healthy BMI
Hello everyone I just wondered if your BMI effects how easy it is to loose weight? I am 5ft8, 26yrs old and currently weigh 147lbs, giving me a BMI of 22.3. I have only been dieting for a week and a half so I realise it is very early days but this morning I was a pound heavier than when I started which I can't understand…
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Eating before going to the gym?
Hi guys I've just started going to the gym and currently burn between 700 - 800 calories per session, 6 times a week. I have lunch at about 1 pm (chicken salad or a sandwich) and then go to they gym at about 5.30pm. Should I be eating a snack before I train? I was thinking maybe a banana or something similar about 4.30pm…
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Hi i'm new and have a question...
Hi everyone I joined this brilliant site this weekend after getting on the scales on Sunday and realizing I’m the heaviest I have ever been. My aim is to lose 6 pounds in a month, but a little bit more would be nice! I’ve read on quite a few posts about 1,200 calories being the absolute minimum for people to consume. MFP…
