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I feel lost: Eating disorders, health issues and their debilitating effects on my fitness goals
I apologise in advance for the long-winded post, which is most likely going to seem overly dramatic at times. Anyone who gets through this is a champion. It's been a b*tch to put into words. I never really worried about my weight until felt I was fighting to keep both heart and mind of the man I thought I loved. My…
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Bulking Macros?
Evening all! Second guessing myself about bulking macros. I appreciate that no two people are the same, but what do you guys suggest starting out with? Thanks in advance!
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Exercise routine? (Injury specific)
I was wondering if I could impose on somebody/multibodies to help me create a bulk routine, specific to the gentle and gradual rehab of a problematic trigger point behind my shoulderblade. I'm not usually a beggar but I'm not having any luck in my area and it's really getting me down now :(
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Starting Strength and adding weight
Hi guys and gals, For those of you familiar with SS - although I understand the concept of increasing the weight each set, I just can't understand how I'm going to be able to for the overhead presses. Even the empty barbell is a good few sets away yet. Will fixed barbell weights suffice until I get there? And I'm assuming…
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TDEE for now?
Had brain fart over which sub-forum to actually post this in! So apologies in advance. Long story short, I lost a whole load of weight. Not just weight, but mass to boot. I'm now back up to 116lbs (5'5) with a bit of fluff and I'm kind of hoping I can rely on newbie gains for a good while because I don't have enough mass…
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As a general rule, I don't like people...
... but there comes a time in life when we have to admit we need them. And they're not all that bad. I'm pretty rubbish myself at being a person but I'd like people to help me work on that. Humans from all walks of nature are welcome. My health and fitness journey is a bit checkered at the moment but I'd like more people…
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How important is the 3:1 rule?
Does the ratio of post-workout nutrition really matter that much? My PWO snacks/meals tend to be equal in both, if not a little higher in protein.
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Fellow free-weight squatters unite!
I REALLY need your help. My local gym - my only option, hand on heart - has no power rack. Nor an olympic barbell, for that matter. Their reasoning? They're not that kind of gym. Don't want to be seen as "that kind of gym". Yes, I'm serious. (And yes, I know I'm a fool for giving them my money - but a girl's gotta do what…
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Pick apart my routines, please?
I know there are some great lifting programmes out there but most offer full body workouts – not particularly ideal for someone who frequents the gym every weekday. I alternate arms/back and legs/core, with a day of low-intensity cardio between if I feel like I could do with the extra recovery time. Naturally then,…
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Anybody else just need a bit of "stranger support" at times?
You know, somebody who isn't in the 'inner circle'. I kinda need that right now. (This isn't really about diet or fitness support so I apologise if it doesn't belong here) So, after months of being a coward about it all I'm finally setting things in motion and bringing my relationship to an end. My fiancé, as much as I…
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Stationary bike or elliptical?
So, my shins are screaming at me to take a long break from pounding the treadmill. I'm gutted (especially after forking out for running shoes!), but I know it's not the end of the world. Something needs to go in its place, though. Something low impact. Something ideal for HIIT workouts. I already lift 3/4 times a week -…
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Roasted veggies?
Okay, okay, hands up - I'm no Delia Smith. For some reason roasted veggies sound appealing but I've no idea which ones go well together and, more importantly, cause the least faff. Would just like to be able to bung 'em all in and reap the rewards come dinner time. Anybody got any yummy recipes/awesome combos?
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Aches and pains - when to stop
I've been ignoring a dull pain in the lower and left side of my back for some time now - feels like a combination of general lower back pain and having pulled a muscle somewhere. I really don't want to stop working out but at the same time I don't want to do myself permanent damage :( Would it be wise to stop lifting…
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Issues with new routine
First off, I want to make it clear that I have massive respect for my fitness consultant and don't want this to seem as though I'm trying to be better at his job than him, lol. I just have a head full of questions and want to share them with a wider (more opinionated!) audience. I will be discussing these issues with him…
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NROLFW and non-lifting days
Guys and gals, after buying the book what feels like a million years ago I'm FINALLY starting Stage 1 of NROLFW. For some reason, though. I can't get my head around what is/isn't beneficial to do alongside the lifting. Stage 2 includes interval training, I know, but nothing for Stage 1? (I've probably missed something in…
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Working the same muscles daily
....Are there any exceptions to the 'allow muscles to recover' rule? For example, squatting daily with weights. Would it do more harm than good? Might help if I was a bit more specific. My gym routine (Mon, Weds, Fri) currently consists of a weight training circuit that focuses on a variety of muscles. I do cardio on…
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Gagging down my protein shake...
....seriously, is there ANY way of making this an enjoyable thing? I'm using Multipower 100% Whey (in Vanilla Fresh) and although it's not the worst protein powder I've ever tasted. it is FAR from pleasant. Doesn't seem to matter what I stick in it, I can't get the damned thing to taste okay.
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Seriously need help
I don't know what to do any more. I am scared, angry and frustrated. My family feel exactly the same. I am out of control and at this rate I'll end up either dead or admitted for inpatient treatment. Before anybody replies with something along the lines of 'this is not something strangers on the net can help you with - you…
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Repercussions of long term caloric restriction
Firstly, I understand that MFP is not a site that specialises in eating disorders, nor is it a replacement for professional help (which I'm already getting). It IS, however, a 'safe place' for me and I believe that a lot of members probably have similar stories to share. I am completely at my wits end. Very early into my…
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Undoing the damage
I did make a similar thread not long ago so I apologise if it seems as though I'm repeating myself, but I'm hoping that a little more detail will get me some more situation-specific advice (for lack of a better phrase). My physical recovery from anorexia (still working on the psychological side, naturally) was quick and…
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Shedding that body fat!
I'm on a mission - reducing body fat but keeping the weight loss to an absolute minimum. Not overly interested in definition at this point, just want to beat the wobble! How do I go about it? What is a realistic monthly BF% loss to aim for? "Lifting heavy" currently isn't an option, as much as I'd love to. Diet and…
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Recommended yoga DVDs?
For months now I have been determined to get my binge eating behaviour under control and I really feel like this is my last chance. Along with dramatically reducing sugar in my diet, I want to take up yoga not only for an element of fitness but also to distract me when the urge strikes (at least until I'm good to use my…
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Drawing attention from a fat face
Okay, a month of rapid (but much needed) weight gain has gone straight to some undesired places. Legs and tummy I can just about deal with - easy enough to hide. But the fact that I look like a Cabbage Patch Doll? Yeah, that's kinda getting me down. Does anyone have any tips and tricks for drawing attention away from a…
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Prone to bloating, need help with foods...
Hi! Title says it all. I'm in the process of trying to cut my body fat % but stomach bloating is making it hard to see WHAT is fat and what isn't. I'm not perfect - a layer of fat IS there, but my belly looks significantly less prominent in the morning. Then, throughout the day, I blow up. The more stressed about it I get,…
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Not just another 'protein in the red' topic...
...but similar, lol. I understand eating 1g/lb of LBM is pretty essential in order to preserve muscle during the process of losing body fat, but what about eating over? See, I'm trying to shift as much body fat as possible WITHOUT serious weight training (I currently have no access to lifting equipment or money to buy…
