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Gym doesn't allow chalk
I know that Mehdi really discourages the use of gloves, but the gym I was thinking of using doesn't allow the use of chalk at all. How many of you use gloves for lifting. Does it affect your ability to grip the bar adequately?
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Insulin Resistance and Carbs
Everything I've read about insulin resistance indicates that you really need to alter your carb intake. What percentage of my calories should I be getting from carbs, protein, and fat? Currently I'm getting approximately 40% from carbs (down from about 50-55%), primarily from beans, fruit, vegetables, and an occasional…
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Here I am, again?
Every time I do one of the introductory posts I swear it is going to be the last one. I feel much more optimistic about this one however. I am 35, and currently weigh about 250, down from my all time high of 270. i want to get down to about 130, but that is negotiable based on strength and muscle gains made through…
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Gym intimidation and strength training
I want to start weight lifting after reading Vismal's AMA thread, and seeing the constant recommendation on the forums to really focus on strength training. I've settled on the Strong Lifts 5x5 program to start with, which means getting a gym membership. I have to be honest, at 250 pounds, it really intimidates me, going…
