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Can you maintain muscle without increasing weight?
I'm new to all of this and just started lifting at all a couple of weeks ago. My question is, do you have to keep progressively lifting heavier weights to maintain muscle? Or will you still maintain even if you just use the same weights every time you lift? I'm asking because I am lifting at home with dumbells, but I only…
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Are Happy Gut Bacteria Key to Weight Loss?
Interesting article in Mother Jones today. I think I'm going to try to incorporate more prebiotic-rich foods and fermented foods. Couldn't hurt! http://www.motherjones.com/environment/2013/04/gut-microbiome-bacteria-weight-loss
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What % cut of TDEE?
I am 28 yrs old and 5'2" and currently weigh 193 lbs. I have at least 60 pounds to lose, probably more. I try to work out for an hour at least 4x per week - usually a Jillian Michaels tape. My HRM has me burning from 300-500 per workout. What percentage cut should I use off of my TDEE, assuming I put 3-5hrs per week…
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What exercise program for summer?
I am currently alternating Jillian Michael's Banish Fat Boost Metabolism and her No More Trouble Zones. However, I want to try something new in a week or so. At the moment I have access to: Body Beast Brazil Butt Lift Chalean Xtreme P90X Turbofire Cathe's STS Wondering what everyone here would recommend! I also am planning…
