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TDEE on stronglifts 5x5
I am trying to calculate my TDEE on IIFYM website now that I have started Strong lifts. I will do strong lifts 3 times a week. So should I put my activity level as doing working out 3 times a week? I only ask because each session is only about 25 mins long and I dont burn many calories in that time..
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Protein intake on non lifting days
Hi ladies, Have a quick question to ask. I eat 0.8-1g of protein per lb of my body weight on weight lifting days. On non weight lifting days, I don't eat so much protein. Should I be eating 0.8-1g of protein per lb of my body weight on my non weight lifting days aswell? Thanks
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Yoga or Pilates?
Since starting weight training, my joints feel stiff and I find myself needing to do a lot of stretches post workout. I really want to improve my flexibility because I think it will help. So my question is Which one is better? yoga or Pilates? Are there any DVD workouts anyone can recommend? Thanks!
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Cartilage damage with weight lifting?
Can lifting heavy cause cartilage damage? I don't want to wear out my joints, is it even possible with heavy lifting?
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Tracking cals burned during weight training
Hi, How do you track how many cals you have burned during a weight training session? I used my HRM today during my weight lifting session, It says I burned 270 cals in 70 mins. According to MFP, I burn 205 cals in 70 mins. Which one should I use? Im inclined to use the MFP value because I know HRMs are not entirely…
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Newbie looking for some SL friends
Hi, I thought I would introduce myself! I have been doing SL for 2 weeks now. I am eating at TDEE -15%-20% and have about 29lbs to lose. I am looking to reduce my body fat to 20%, I am about 35% body fat right now. So far, I have made strength gains and feel amazing after a workout. I have not seen decrease in weight or…
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I think I might have PCOS
Hi, I have always had regular periods since I was 12 years old. In 2012, I missed 2 periods in a row. For the last 2 years, my period has come every month give or take 3 days so pretty regular. I have never had any extreme symptoms such as acne or oily skin. Im not sure if I have Hirsutism or not, my sister in law tells me…
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Weight gain since I started Stronglifts
I have been doing stronglifts for a week now while eating at a calory deficit (TDEE-15%). Why have I gained 2-3lbs? Is it because of water retention? Also how long will it last?
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Best tdee calculator
What is the best online tdee calculator to use? Im doing strength training (strong lifts)3 times a week and want to make sure that im eating enough.
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Need petite friends
Hi, I would love to get in contact with any petite women who are looking to lose weight or in maintenance mode. I am 4f t8.5in and weight 134lbs. My goal is to weigh 100lbs. My cal goal is 1500 cals a day and doing cardio and strength training 5 times a week. Please add me. Good luck everyone! xxx
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Stronglifts 5x5 question
Hi, Do I have to warm up before I start the workout? Maybe 30 mins of running or something? Also, do I need to do any stretches after the warm up before I start the lifts? Do I need to stretch at the end of the lifting?
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Hourglass shape through strength training
I am about to start strength training (SL5X5) for the first time this monday. I am hoping a combination of strength training and cardio 6 times a week while on a calory deficit (TDEE -15% or -10%) will help me lose my last 20lbs. I am naturally hourglassed shape, will strength training help maintain this shape? I am afraid…
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Strength training to lose weight
I want to do strength training in order to get better definition/look better/be stronger etc. but I still have 20lbs to lose before I reach my goal. Can you still lose weight and gain muscle at the same time if you eat at a calory deficit? (TDEE-10 or 15% with 40c/40p/20f macs)) I have read that you can not do this. So is…
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Stronglifts help
Hi, I am planning to start stronglifts this coming monday. The programme says I should start lifting at 20kg. I checked my weights today and I could barely lift 10kg (I am petite build at 4ft 8 and weigh 125lbs (57kg)). So shall I start at 10kg instead and progressivley build up? Also what is the max I can lift? I have…
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Body fat percentage
What percentage body fat does shakira have? She is toned and has definition but is not muscular.
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Insanity and feeling bloated
Why do I bloat so much when I start insanity? I gain 3 inches around my waist and 1kg in weight. So frustrating as I have felt like this for a few days now! Does an intense workout like insanity makes anyone else bloat? What can I do about it? How much water should I drink to combat bloating
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Insanity round 2 question
Im in week 7 of insanity, while I am getting great results I want to do insanity round 2 straight after so that I can get even better results. My question is, should I take a few days off of no excercise in between round 1 and round 2 or should I do core cardio & balance for a week?
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Insanity and missed period?
I am half way through my insanity program and in recovery week. I should have had my period last week but although there was a bit of spotting, it didnt really come as per usual. Has anyone else had any problems like this? I am a bit worried.
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Q about Insanity
Im half way through Insanity, Im losing inches more than Im seeing a loss in lbs which is common on this type of program. Does that mean that I am losing fat and gaining muscle-hence why im losing inches and because muscle weighs more than fat, i am not seeing a big drop on the scales?
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Best trainers for insanity
I am currently doing the insanity workout program and need to buy a new pair of trainers. Can anyone recommend a good brand of trainers for high intensity interval training (HIIT)?
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Diet for better hair/skin
From experience, has a change in your diet improved the appearance of your skin/hair? If so, then what food(s) helped with these changes?
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Is couscous considered "clean" food?
Is couscous (Semolina Durum wheat) considered a "clean" food? I am trying to stick to a diet of clean whole food and was wondering whether couscous (Semolina-surum wheat) is?
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Insanity diet-Confused
Hi all, Im new to mfp and whilst its been really helpful and packed with loads of useful information, I am somewhat confused on this topic because there is so much varying opinions. Im on a 1400 cal a day diet while on insanity. im petite (4ft 8.5 and 62kg (136lbs)) so i only burn about 200 cals during the workouts. my net…
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water retention-Insanity
I have been doing insanity for 2 weeks now and I have alot of water retention (plus 2kg). How long does this phase last before i stop retaining water like this?
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Protein shake on a rest day-Insanity
Im on day 14 and have my rest day today. Should I still take a protein shake on this day even though i wont be working out? Im thinking to take something because my muscles feel abit sore/tired and wondering if it will help me feel better by tomorrow.
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General guidelines as to how much prawn to eat per week
Are there general guidelines as to how much prawn we can eat per week? It is a type of shellfish and was curious. I am on a high protein diet and they are a good source of protein so was wondering whether I can eat them everyday. Thank you
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Calorie advice while on Insanity
Its been a week since I started the Insanity workout. I always complete the workout but since I am new to it I go at a slower pace than Shaun T and the others. According to my stats (i am 4ft 8in tall and weigh 136lbs), I should be consuming 1600 calories/day to lose weight on the Insanity program. So far I have been…
