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Good Programs/Routines
I'm looking for bench press, deadlift, and squat programs. I'm finishing up the Muscle Media Bench Routine (http://www.timinvermont.com/fitness/benchpgm.htm) next week. I'll be done with the Coan/Phillipi Deadlift Program in 3 weeks (http://tsampa.org/training/scripts/coan_phillipi_deadlift/). I've pretty much just been…
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Hitting Macros - Fat v. Carbs
When trying to hit macros, is it "better" to go over in carbs or fat? Goal: Lower body %, i.e., burn fat & build muscle. I'm 15g under carb and 23 g over fat limits for today. I know there's a lot of guidance/articles/experienced bodybuilders that aim for low-carb to cut. In terms of daily macros, would it be better to go…
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Sedentary or Moderately Active
Sedentary: BMR (2050) X 1.2 = 2460 - Daily Defecit (500) = 1960 Moderately Active: 2050 X 1.55 = 3177 - 500 = 2677 I have a sedentary job, but work out about 5 times a week. I'm confused as to which multiplier (sed vs mod. active) I should be using. If I use the sedentary equation, I'd eat calories burned when I work out,…
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Legs Workout
Right now, for me, it's Squat Calf Raises on leg press machine Calf Machine Straight Leg Deadlift or Lunges I just started working out legs, so something is better than nothing, but is this enough. It hits quads, hamstrings, and calves, so to me it feels sufficient, but it's short....which makes me think I should add more…
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Creatine
Put up a similar post in the supplments group, but I figured I might get more hits here. Those of you who have found success with creatine - 1. Did you bulk up? I'd like to turn fat into muscle, so I plan on setting MFP to lose 1 pound a week and eat back my exercise calories. From what I've read, this is possible as it'll…
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Endurance
Bear Grylls Interview - http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-243-544--13910-1-1-2,00.html I read you did a lot of running to get ready for climbing Mt. Everest. What was your routine? ...There's no magic to running far or climbing Everest. Endurance is mental strength. It's all about heart. It's about having balls.
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Crossfit - Cindy
Just tried this yesterday. 5 pull-ups, 10 push-ups, 15 body weight squats is a set. Goal is to get as many sets complete in 20 minutes. For those who just hit the gym - this is a legit calorie burner on off days. I knocked out 15, but was sweating like Shaq at the free-throw line and out of breath. It's not so much…
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How much do you rest?
I pretty much have 3 days of lifting. Chest/Back, Arms, Shoulders. I mix in various forms of cardio and quick workouts throughout the week. Lately, I've been wanting to get in the gym more. Does anyone work out 3 days in a row? I'm thinking about lifting 3 days, resting 1 day, then back to lifting 3 days. Does this have…
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Under on Grams of Fat for the Day
MFP recommends 73 grams of fat for me, although I've read when losing weight 30-35 g is enough. Either way, I planned my meals and snacks for the day and am only at 12 g. What are the negative effects of not eating enough fat? Should I hit McDonald's for some fries? Any ideas for healthy ways to add fat into my diet for…
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Spartacus Workout
Has anyone tried this workout? From what I've read, it's pretty tough. I'm looking to do it M,W,F in the morning to get my day started. Maybe up to every day with lighter weights or adjusted for just bodyweight exercises, possible. Anyway, I'm going to start with the regular version 1.0. If you have done it before, how…
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Roxyclean
Anyone actually try RoxyLean before? Was reading a lot of rave reviews, but also a lot of reviews including pretty terrible experiences, i.e., throwing up and not being able to use the product for more than a week. I don't want to waste my money. At the same time, I'm looking for something effective and have read that this…
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The Best Bread
What is the difference between whole wheat and whole grain? If there is a difference which kind of bread, whole wheat or whole grain, is healthier, i.e., less processed? What are some of the best brands (specific flavors/kinds of bread) to buy? For example, Arnold's Flax and Fiber... Thanks.
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Shoes?
I've tried different shoes over the years for working out/playing sports. I recently started running and I'm making an effort to really get into it. Only problem is blisters - I feel like I have the worst feet in the world. I got a gnarly one recently. Any suggestions for good running shoes? I have real high arches.…
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Is this bad?
I'm both on a tight budget and trying to lose fat/gain muscle. (6'0; 220 lbs.) --running 3 miles a day about 3 or 4 days a week --lifting weights 3 days a week (shoulders/triceips; back/biceps, chest/legs) My diet pretty much consists of : -Tuna (canned) -Chicken breast -Brown Rice -Canned Vegetables -Whole Wheat Bread…
