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How do I know if I'm losing fat or muscle?
Hey all, This is my first stab at a serious "getting in shape" attempt and I've been at it since July. I've seen some slow but steady progress by changing my diet* and 4 (1 hour each) gym sessions a week. I mix cardio (interval training) and strength training (weight machines with some free weights). I've even gotten into…
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Realistic Goals when Reducing Body Fat %
I hit my 1 year mark of getting in shape on July 1st, but I still have so many questions. I'm done losing weight. I fell into the Cardio only trap, didn't like how I looked, and started with heavy weight routines a few months ago. My new goal is ignore the scale and reduce body fat % using diet, weights and occasional…
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I need some major help
I think I fell into the classic "cardio only" trap and now desperately need some advice on how to get out of it. Quick background: I'm 25, male, 5'11'' and weighed 208 lbs on 7/1/2011. I'm getting married and wanted to "look better". I started running (daily) and eating healthy. I always though 170 lbs was my target…
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Should I be Sore?
I recently hit my goal weight and have decided to change my workout to increased amounts of weight training. I researched online and found a routine for beginners that both feels appropriately challenging and still gives options for adding more weight over time. However, I've noticed that on my "rest days" between the gym…
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I hit my goal today, but......
I'm not feeling 100% satisfied. I started MyFitness last July with only one goal in mind; lose my gut. I did some research and even talked to a personal trainer cousin of my fiancee and it all lead me to believe that there is no way to "spot burn" fat. If I wanted to lose my belly, I just had to lose weight. So I set my…
