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Whey protein / supplement dangers?
I'm looking for responses from experts. I'm sorry that I did not take the time to research this myself. I am with co-workers and we're trying to work through an issue. We know of a someone who works with young adults and coaches them in weight lifting. That person generally gives their young adults creatine, whey protein,…
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Beginner Bulking Questions
Forgive me. I understand why no responses.
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Parents! How do you stay fit (and sane)?!
Since having children, I've declined in health... and improved!... and declined again... and we're back to improving. It's slow. And arduous. Two children is, like, at least twice as hard as having one (we didn't know how good we had it). At present, I have the luxury of having a prep period (high school teacher) that I…
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Extreme Fatigue on One Side
I started lifting heavy again about three weeks ago. I've been doing strength stuff, but haven't lifted heavy weights for at least one year (maybe six months more than that). I've been really motivated and really enjoying the challenge, but my ability to lift heavily has declined a ton. The word "heavy" means pretty…
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Alcoholic bodybuilders?
Anyone here engage in serious resistance training who also drinks, like... you know... just about every night? I am both curious about how many of us are out there, and to pick the brains of those who have attempted this lifestyle. No need to shame. I understand that excessive drink, or maybe even any, is not conducive to…
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(Fit) Life After Children
Well, almost four years after our first child and here I find myself still wanting to lose weight... weight I've even lost once or twice in those four years, yet sadly found again. We had a second child (almost one year now), so I'm sure I've been using that as an excuse to stay fat. However, and true as that may be, life…
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Pro Tip: Just Don't Drink
While this may seem common sense to those of you who aren't compelled to drink on a nightly basis, this has been a gigantic source of success for me. To begin with, I'd say I exercise pretty decently during the week. I'm currently obsessed with HIIT routines and do 4-6 per week. Other than that, I pretty much just chase…
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Designer Candles?
Sometimes boutique retail places confuse hell out of me (I've been looking on Yelp). Is our society so decadent and so far gone that we need designer candle stores? Like, really? Designer? A store dedicated entirely to string that burns slowly in a decorative wax case? I know my style can be kind of meat n' potatoes, but…
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Go Pro, Bro!
So this is about GoPros, those little cameras that I now see everyone wearing while doing such extreme activities as walking to the store, checking out their 123rd library book and biking calmly through neighborhoods. WTF?!?! I thought this was for extreme kayakers and mountain climbers and people who are actually DOING…
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Tattoo Etiquette Question
So my tattoo artist, who is totally understanding of my neurosis and asking to see the work a few times before it's done, is now asking for a deposit. It's not a big deal, but what if I don't like the tattoos he comes up with? I don't want to forfeit money because I asked him to draw it in-advance and maybe revise. What do…
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Do You Even Beer?
I just posted this on Yelp to get people's opinions. I was curious for some of my MFP home-skillets to sound off. Please, let me say right now, I know I'm being an opinionated jerk. I am fairly certain the first 72 reactions will be, "why do you care about what other people like," or, "none of your darn business," or, "I…
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Best Non-Holiday Holiday Movies! GO!!!
Okay, this is branching off from the girly romantic comedy thread. Wifey and I love us some classic holiday movies. However, we also love the off-holiday movies. Our absolute favorite "Christmas" movie: DIE HARD! What are your favorite whacky, scary, weird, quirky or otherwise OFF holiday movies. I expect something to do…
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Now I Walk With a Cane
I guess that's why people on here stress good form... I recently felt like a boss after adding a good bit of weight to my squat. I'd made it through 5x5 of my new, increased weight. Then I added five more pounds and did 5x5, with a little difficulty, but certainly no injuries or increased soreness. Then, yesterday, rathe…
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Lifting Success
I sort of started plateauing with my squat, which was the only lift I was really wanting to make gains in (as a guy who does not do this too seriously and isn't eating enough to truly bulk). When I realized I was having trouble adding weight (slowly, ala 5x5), I decided to switch it up (on the advice of other MFPers) and…
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Am I Doing Everything Wrong?!?
I should maybe also post this in fitness, but am looking for nutrition advice first. Here's what I am going for and what I do: Goal: Lose weight (205 down to 190 lbs.) while putting on, or at least maintaining, muscle mass Fitness: I lift three days / week, used to be stronglifts, but not a variety ranging from new rules…
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I Hate You and You're All Stupid!!!
(in response to a lot of anger I've seen this a.m.) Just kidding. Happy Wednesday! Love to all, hang in there, take a deep breath, the weekend will be here soon!
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My Pants Don't Fit...
...and not in the good way. They're too tight. This problem is complicated, because it involves two things. For one: about two weeks of not being very disciplined with food and alcohol, but not terrible about it either. My wife and I feel that my body doesn't really look a whole lot different, like more fat. The other…
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StrongLifts 5x5 noob questions
Just starting stronglifts and already effing up like a pro. Mixed up my exercises (did bench and overhead press on same day... whoops... starting over). I had some random questions. 1. Am I being a total wimp? When I bench, I only do something like 155. By rep number five, I'm pretty much struggling to get the bar back up…
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Now, I'm Really Ready for The Hate...
I posted a while back on how I really, really didn't enjoy the movie Frozen, despite all of the hype and awards and money it grossed and whatever. Amazingly, there were more than a few of you who agreed with me (and for that, I thank you). Now, I'm really ready to get sh@t thrown at me... Wifey and I watched The Lego Movie…
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How Is Babby Formed?
So wifey and I were at the gym today and noticed something that bugged us. As freaks who follow the rules and believe in comporting ourselves in what we deem acceptable ways while in public, we were a little put off by something different than our usual complaints. No, not some guy or gal treating all of the free weights…
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Am I the Only One Who Hated Frozen?
I know I'm probably a year too late on this one, but I don't believe in paying theater prices and my neighbors just got it. Anyway, for being a fairly masculine adult male, I can admit to liking Disney movies. I mostly dislike CGI films, but The Incredibles is one of my favorites. My wife and I watched Frozen in terror…
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True Nerds! Top 5 SNES RPGs!
I should do this like j_bark and just post it in my friends' feeds, especially b/c my forum posts usually crash and burn. Aaaaaanywaaay... Let's take a brief, brief Dr. Who break, nerds, and get down to your (potentially) 90s roots. TOP 5 SNES ROLE-PLAYING GAMES OF AAAAAALLLLL TIIIIIIMMMMMEEEEE! 1. FFIII 2. Chrono Trigger…
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IDers, sound off!
Any Idahoans on here? We've been living in Boise for about three years now, but still enjoy connecting with people and getting advice about local food. Similarly, if you want suggestions on restaurants and bars and things, it's nice to chat with locals. We're pretty crazy about beer and wine, so that's probably where we're…
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Chief #1 Weight Loss for Winning SUPREME! pill
Just kidding. No magic pills here.
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Who Has the Hottest Personality on MPF Presently?
You know what I'm talkin' about! I don't want the best personality. I don' t want the hottest MFPer. I want the hottest personality. You know, not a good personality, like inner beauty or something, but a sexy-*kitten* personality! YEAH!
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Kilt Fest '14!!!
So I've always wanted to own a kilt. I've never worn one, but I think they're pretty rad looking. Especially if you're like me and you love random Celtic / Gaelic things like Braveheart, the Slaine series of comics (so bada$$), epics like The Tain, bands like The Pogues and The Horslips, etc. Anyway, I've always wanted to…
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Help: Injured Leg / Tired of Sitting on My Butt
Hey all! I've gotten great advice from you guys in the past, so hoping for recommendations. Recently, my lower left leg (achilles? hamstring? not sure) swelled up and was completely sore. The real odd part is that I never truly felt an injury, like sudden pain. I just woke up with it swollen and hurting, presumably from…
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Is ________ good or bad?
Carbs aren't bad. Eggs aren't bad. Fat isn't bad. Sugar isn't (that) bad. An unbalanced diet IS bad. A lack of exercise IS bad. Overeating IS bad. Until you've done months of semi-balanced macros, exercising five times a week, and little-to-no alcohol drinking, you have no reason to feel like there's some mysterious reason…
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Need Help from Experienced Lifters (men or women)
I used to be a "fit" guy. When I was married in June of last year, I weighed 180 lbs (my lowest since high school). I am 30. Back then, when I wanted to lose weight, I simply cut calories. I got fast results. Everyone told me I was losing muscle mass, but at least I could "cheat" and eat out once in a while, drink quite a…
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Brewers?
Anyone in this group brew their own? I have been brewing for 2-3 years now, but haven't made it to all grain. I still hang around 5 gallon batches, using malt extract and some specialty grains. I may never graduate, but I still love my beer. What's your favorite to brew? My favorites have been an Arrogant *kitten* clone…
