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Periodization Lifting Program: Am I wasting my 'noob gains'?
I recently came across a lifting program that I would like to try, however, given that it is a 'Periodization Plan' I'm wondering how I can tell if I've maxed out my 'noob gains' and is there any harm in starting a plan like this if I haven't? The plan I'm referring to is Jonnie Candito's 6 Week Strength Program. The…
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Best meal before weight training in the early AM?
Hi everyone, When I am heading to the gym in the early morning, I'm not sure what I should be eating to fuel my workout (typically a 10 min cardio warm up followed by 45-60 min of weight training). My trainer said that I should eat something very light (like a banana or a handful of dates), however, I told him that I don't…
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Anyone tried an osteopath for a sports injury?
Hi all, Just wondering if anyone has had any success seeing an osteopath? My physiotherapist suggested I see one as my ankle bone is fixated between two of my leg bones since I rolled on it playing soccer. I've done a bit of googling about what an osteopath is, and I am quite skeptical of alternative medicine in general...…
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Leg strength training exercises not involving ankle...
Hi Everyone, About a week and a half ago I severely injured the ligaments in my right ankle playing soccer. I haven't been to the gym since, and I am worried I will lose all the training progress I have made so far. Does anyone who's had a similar injury have any tips for training? I can now put weight on the ankle, but I…
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Anyone have a protein fudge recipe to recommend?
Has anyone tried making fudge with protein powder? Saw a recipe for a pumpkin one on the forums, but has anyone tried any others? Looking for something not to complicated, but delicious. Thanks!
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Things to look for in a personal trainer
Hi everyone, I have about 10-15 pounds to left to lose (I'm down to a size 8 from a size 12) and in addition to joining MFP, I am getting a personal trainer for 10 sessions. I'm hoping the trainer will give me more confidence in the area of strength training as I feel a but lost around the weight section at the moment. I…
