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Skinny Fat - Pics - Is there any hope for my stomach?
I'm "skinny fat." I'm 5'8", 120lbs, which makes me underweight as far as BMIs go (which I understand isn't very far). I used to be a runner/yogi but have been completely inactive for a few months now after some struggles with my mental health and moving around a lot. Definitely getting back into running as soon as I get…
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Stepping into the weight room for the first time!
I've decided to change my body composition and do something where I can see results better (ie: strength increases instead of pumping away at cardio haphazardly, hoping to wake up fit one day). From prior advice on MFP I decided to go with The New Rules of Lifting For Women. I've got the book and read most of it and hope…
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weightlifting for women - where to start?
I've been looking into a few different directions to go. I want to change my body composition by strength training, I am underweight and I want to get rid of my existing bit of fat and get fit. I've seen people recommend "The Rebel Strength Guide" from nerdfitness.com.. although it's a bit pricey I will spend the money if…
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egg whites/yolks
I've heard so many conflicting things about eggs! Some people say only eat the whites. Some people say a lot of the nutrition is in the yolks so whole eggs are better! What's the truth?
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ZERO lbs to lose - looking to get healthier and tone up!
Looking for friends who will support me in my goal to get stronger and tone up. I am not dieting or trying to lose any lbs, I am just exercising for my mental and physical health. I don't mind if you are on a weight loss journey, I just want people to be aware that I am underweight (5'8", 117lbs) so I don't want to…
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January - Ripped in 30 :)
Haven't worked out regularly in ages, and want to get back into it. Hoping I can stay accountable this time and get through it. I plan on doing Ripped in 30 in January (not the diet plan though). I will be taking before pictures & starting tomorrow. & for anyone who has done it before, what size weights should I use? I…
