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Nutrition & Calorie Goals
I am just about to start 5x5, but I have not determined my nutrition & calories goals yet. I was previously doing NROLFW which gives you specific suggestions for nutrition. My plan for that program was around 1700 calories a day (more on workout days) and 40/30/30 for macros. Unfortunately, I didn't really keep track…
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NROLFW vs. 5x5?
I am in stage 4 of nrolfw and I feel like I only enjoyed/ saw progress in stage one which was a lot simpler and focused on all body moves like squats and deadlifts. For that reason I'm thinking of switching to 5x5. But I dont wNt to give up on the plan I'm doing without giving it a real chance... It's just 6 months is a…
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Please share your stage 1 results
Hello everyone, I am really looking forward to having this group as a resource as I start NROL4W. Today will be my very first workout of Stage 1. I would absolutely love to hear some of your results in the first stage. Whether it's lbs /inches, losses/gains, increased strength or however you personally measure your…
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Just Starting - Looking for friends
Hello! I am planning on starting the program this upcoming Monday. 9/8/14 (using the weekend to finish reading the book) I am looking for others who are just starting the program & hoping we can friend each other for support and advice. Thanks!
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Weight loss vs. weight lifting
Hello, so recently I've been hearing 2 very different schools of thought... In the past I've read that it's timportant to focus on weight loss before toning/lifting beauce unless you loos the fat you'll just have strong muscles underneath the layers fat. (Actually making you look bigger) But recently on MFP I've been…
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Why is 1200 calories so hard!?
Does anyone else find that it's super hard to stay under 1200 calories without working out, especially on the weekend if you are at someone's house or out To eat. How do you plan out your calories? Any tips? I'm getting frustrated not eating when I'm Hungry so that I can save calories for a BBQ or whatever is going on.
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Weigh your self - how often?
I am curious to see how often others weigh themselves. This week I weighed my self everyday, which is probably too often, but the first few days I saw a steady drop and them the last two days were a lb increase. (Weighed at the same time everyday) I have been staying really disciplined so I'm not sure why the increase? I…
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Cheat Day
I know that I would like to incorporate a cheat day into my weight loss plan. I think it will help me manage any over eating urges during the week, knowing i have a designated time to let loose. I was wondering if you guys have any suggestions for guidelines that you use on your cheat days? ex. still counting all your…
