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Feel Like a Weakling
How best should I approach weight training? I have been doing a 30 minute circuit 2-3 times per week but I'd like to learn some routines (maybe with free weights) that really increase my strength and muscle tone. I've been skinny...and overweight...but never felt really strong. I'd take any suggestions.
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Why does my stomach feel so empty on lower carbs?
Hello All, I've been eating lower carb (not Keto) and I've lost 12 pounds! Yay! But now that I've been doing this for a while, my body has pretty much gone to its "lean" mode. I don't get hungry too much and my stomach always has a slightly empty feeling. I'm not sure how to feel full and sated while eating lower carbs.…
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It’s Like A Switch Turns Off
I’ve gained and lost 60 pounds for the last 10 years. I’m always really committed until I reach my goal. With nowhere to go and nothing to focus on, I end up gaining all or some of the weight back. I’m trying to figure this out and I can’t. I know many people will say it’s mind over matter. I understand the premise. I just…
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How to tone and build muscle without lifting
Every time I start to exercise (anything- running, kettle bell, light lifting) my rotator cuff injuries flair up and make it difficult to lift my arms, let alone lift weight. No surgery in my future so I need to work within my limitations. Any low impact ways to build muscle? Not a fan of water aerobics but otherwise up…
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Simple "lower carb" recipe fixes that actually taste great??
I've been eating a lower carb diet and my family wanted lasagna. Not a great choice for me. So I decided to make myself zucchini lasagna. Oh my!! It was so good. And I am not a big fan of alternate recipes. I made the exact same lasagna as my family but without the pasta. Lower carb and my kids actually tried it and liked…
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When To Bulk?
I've been set on weight loss for so long that I am now confused about when to start adding calories. I am about 4 pounds from my orivinal goal weight but I am still flabby with some fat hanging around. I am doing 5 x5 stronglifts but don't feel like my progress will show with a layer of fat everywhere. Any suggestions?
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Does Simple CICO Work Just As Well As Clean Eating To Improve Body Tone As You Lose?
So my question relates to some conflicting info. I keep hearing on this site. So many people claim CICO is the key to losing weight. I get it. You have to be in a deficit. But then you get the "no processed foods, cut everything white, etc" camp. This seems to conflict with the people who say " eat all the food you like,…
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5 x 5 Stronglifts: Am I Doing This Wrong?
Hello! I am starting 5 x 5 Stronglifts this week and I have wondered if I am doing it wrong. Should you be dying at the end of your workout? I am lifting as heavy as I can get but it doesn't kill me. I am sore after a workout but I guess with my workouts being mostly cardio in the past, I expect to be sweaty and wore out…
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Hello All! Quick Question
I have been eating low carb for a few weeks now and I felt really great last week. However, this week I am tired, I have that buzzing feeling in my head like I haven't eaten enough (even though I'm eating around 30-50 carbs a day), and I am just really tired. I don't think it's the keto flu because I went through that and…
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Not There Yet...But Will Be. How do you keep it off?
Hi Guys, I'm just starting off on yet another weight loss journey. I've lost and gained the same 65 pounds about 4 times in my life. Here is my pattern. I get on a healthy eating track, lose the weight, feel great, get bored. I can't seem to keep it off. I know I deal with a bit of seasonal depression and will be much more…
