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Trap gains
Hey folks. Trying to build up my traps, but can't seem to make any progress. Besides shrugs, what are you doing for a trap workout? Some exercises for the shoulder in programs I'm doing include: Shrugs Seated shoulder press Lat raises Rear dealt fly I feel like the other areas of my shoulders are strong. But no trap…
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Weighing food question
I weigh my eggs before cooking them. Should I be weighing them after they are cooked? Before cooking weight: 226g After cooking weight: 180g I have been logging pre-cooked, but weighed them after cooking this morning and saw this huge difference. Which is correct?
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Help with my numbers please, BMR, TDEE.
I'm looking for some help with my numbers. For a while now, I've been trying to net 1900 calories, but I'm not sure if that number is too low. My BMR is 1899, which means I shouldn't be eating below that, correct? When I use a TDEE calculator, it looks like to cut weight I should be at 2258 calories (which is -500 from my…
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Egg whites.
Had a consultation with a personal trainer today. Looks like my caloric intake was on point, but my protein should be about 60g more than I average daily. The whey protein doesn't agree with me so I can't do that. I've done some research and it looks like drinking liquid egg whites (pasteurized) will give me the best bang…
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Most frequent food?
Whatchu got? At the top of my frequent list is Tostinos Restaurant Salsa.
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Beginner rower, need some direction.
Hey everyone, quick question about rowing. I currently row on a low resistance for 10 minutes at a time, stretch and do another 10 minutes. Should I increase resistance and row shorter segments or should I stay in the low resistance and go for 15-20 minutes a segment? I'm not rowing for competition or anything, I used to…
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Selecting the right Rowing Machine
Hello all. I'm in the market for an indoor rowing machine. I was wondering which is better, the free arm one, or the one with just a standard rigid handlebar? (sorry if terminology is wrong) Also, I have about $400 I can potentially spend on this. Thanks for any advice.
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Cardio exercise w/ limited ankle use.
Trying to let my ankle heal and I'd like to do some cardio stuff, but I'm at a loss. I can lift weights but need to do some cardio stuff too (at least I feel like I need to). I don't have access to a pool or an elliptical. Does anyone have any cardio tips I can do while trying to let my ankle heal. Thanks!
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Ankle/Foot Soreness questions
Bit of a long winded one but here goes: I've got my first ever run this Saturday. I thought I signed up for a 5K, but it's actually a 4 mile run. Anyway, I was running Saturday and my ankle began to hurt. I kept going (because I REALLY wanted to see if I could go the distance), but it's still sore a few days later. Kinda…
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Pull up tips and tricks?
Hey everyone. I've been trying to get my # of pull ups....up, and was wondering how YOU guys do it. Here's my form: I start holding the pull up bar, dangling my body as far as gravity allows, with feet crossed and behind my back. When I start the pull ups, I try to go at a moderate pace, but always tend to start swinging…
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Punching bags?
I have a little money (about $140) that I can spend on fitness equipment, and I thought about punching bags or full body bags. Not ones that hang or mount anywhere. But like a free-standing type. Do you guys have any recommendations and/or routines that would get a new guy started? Thanks!
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Semi-newbie running question
I just wanted to get some opinions on running. I have about 30min to run every morning before I need to get ready for work. My question is, which should I focus on, miles run, mile time, incline, or does it even matter? To be honest I haven't really "timed" my miles, usually the treadmill gives me a mile time with whatever…
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Flexibility question...
This is an honest question: I have always wanted to be able to touch my toes w/ straight legs. Sometimes when stretching I feel like I'm getting closer, but other times, I'm a mile away. Can a person change their flexibility to where they are able to do this?
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Did you "give up" anything?
I've been a fan of video games since I can remember. I have all the current systems, but over the past few months my video game playing is at an all time minimum. But I've come to realize that if I'm going to run/workout on a daily basis, video games have to be put down. Have you had to give up anything in the name of…
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Fitbit Friends!
Always looking to find fitbit friends. Please add me if you'd like. www.fitbit.com/user/227ZJG Thanks!
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When to workout abs?
Ab workout question: I am down 11lbs from 190 since I've been on here. I have put off ab workouts because I hear they can make you look bigger because you build muscle beneath fat. I'm still chunky, but can suck in and look like I don't have such a big gut. My question is when do I know the right time to workout abs? Do I…
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New here
I have a few friends but they aren't very active. Looking for some friends to help keep me on track or answer some weight loss questions I might have. I'll be glad to support too! Hard losing weight alone. Thanks!
