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Body recomposition.
Hello folks. I really need some good advice on dropping body fat and gaining muscle. I know how to lose weight, I know how to gain weight and I know how to maintain, but for this I have no idea! I though I would so some research myself and came across this calculator http://www.weightrainer.net/losscalc.html It tells me…
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200lb dead lift
I started strong lifts in spring of this year and kept it up for a couple of months but lost motivation once I deadlifted all the weights I had at home. I wasnt in a position to join a gym but I took it up again 3 weeks ago and today, I achieved a 200lb dead lift and am feeling a lot less like a beginner now! Would love to…
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Question about bodybuilders bums!
On my quest for the perfect *kitten*, the only advice tended to be given is lift heavy. Been shown lots of pics of ladies that lifts shapely behinds! But I've just watched Jodie Marsh Body Builder and her and the other contestants had pancake bums! Can anyone enlighten me? Will heavy lifting make for a nice round shapely…
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Where there's a will.......
There's a way!! 189lbs to 130lbs. Calorie counting Calorie cycling 30 Day shred Heavy lifting Some cardio
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Groin and lower ab muscles
Good evening folks! Which lifts or exercises are good to build muscle in these areas? I've had a google but it seems to be more about 'toning' than building muscle.
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One month of heavy lifting, mummy tummy *TMI Pants!*
Ha sorry about the thong! The first pic weren't supposed to be a before pic but it turned out to be one of the best so had to wear the same for my after shot! This is after a month of heavy lifting eating at a 1lb per week loss deficit. I have 3 kids, youngest being 19 months today. The more I workout the more my belly bar…
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Breastfeeding and macros.
Hi everyone. I recently started heavy lifting and I'm trying cut down on carbs keeping them around 105g and keep my protein up. When I enter my breastfeeding for the day, older baby, it gives me 50 carbs back and takes my protein away Ha I'm dubious that I'm safe to eat the carbs back? Anyone know how accurate it is? It…
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Looks like I gained a spare tyre......
HA! Could've never fit inside that 54lbs ago! And just for good measure...30 day shred before and afters... Since the shred I have lost 7lbs and took up heavy lifting 3 weeks ago so hoping for some good results soon!
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52lbs lost. My 2nd lot of before & afters....
But after 2 days of lack of motivation I needed something to spur me on! It's been a long journey, so it's easy to forget how far I have come. It began 4 weeks after giving birth to my son in August 2010. September 2010 189 lbs I don't have many pics of back then so just been digging out what I do have. The next is…
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What body shape be I? Embarrassing pic included yay
I'm leaning towards pear. Really wanna know what I'm gonna be left with when I lose some more body fat! I'm 5ft 4in and 137 pounds in this pic, down from 189 so major improvement but still embarrassed by the pic ha Heres a calculator for anyone wanting to know theirs. Mine said hourglass but I think thats taking my love…
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My thoughts regarding weightlifting and the diet that comes
Hi everyone. I've struggled for 10 years with my weight. I was never, ever thin apart from the one time I ate next to nothing after my first child and got skinny fat as I did no exercise. NOT a good look! I gave birth to a beautiful boy in August of 2010, gave myself 4 weeks to just enjoy him and then it was time to take…
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Female weight lifters that have transformed their body..
Fancy showing off your stats or pics!? I'm hoping to have my own stats and pics in a few months and a little inspiration would not go amiss! Also, I think it would be good for anyone looking to lifting but are apprehensive!
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About to start lifting, need all the help I can get!
Hi everyone, I've decided to start lifting but I have NO idea where to start! I'll be buying a dumbbell and barbell set with 25kg worth of weights for now. I don't have room for a bench or any of the fancy stuff. What exercises should I be doing with the weights? My problem areas are the good ol love handles and flat butt…
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Butt Bible in the UK
Anyone know where I can get it?? I really really wanna do this but can't find it anywhere to buy or download in the UK! :sad:
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Halloween then and now..
September 2010 189 lbs Uploaded with ImageShack.us Halloween 2010 as Medusa around 170lbs Uploaded with ImageShack.us Halloween 2011 as Harley Quinn 142 lbs Uploaded with ImageShack.us 9lbs to go!
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September 1st start INSANITY HALLOWEEN LOVERS!
I LOVE halloween, love dressing up and having a good old knees up! I've never been the right shape for what i've wanted to be though, so who is in for a round of Insanity starting September 1st ending just in time for halloween. Be that character you've always wanted to be!! Post your before stats and your chosen character…
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1 month later!
Here are my monthly comparison pics since joining MFP. Ive been doing the 30 day shred for 15 days so far.... Still a long way to go , really hate my back but im still amazed how far ive come!
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Many NSVs in the last few days!
I saw my shadow....and it was slim! Shop Window reflections- used to hate them....I dont anymore! Today I wore a vest without a cardy to cover my hips, arms and back end up! A funny one- if I sit in a certain position when getting ready in the mirror with just a bra on- I dont have rolls on my stomach haha Just had a tuna…
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Hips! Best Beacbody workout?
Hi everyone. Ive finally hit my first goal weight yet still these hips dont want to budge! Ive had 3 kids so I know I might never be able to get rid of them completely...and to be honest I dont want rod of them altogether, I like abit of shape BUT....does anyone have any stats for hips after 4 weeks using a beachbody…
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Not a success story as such but......
I just wanted to post some progress pics. First pic was taken 9 days ago before starting the Brazil Butt Lift and the 20 day slimdown... http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/146/04072011812.jpg/ Second pic today....can I see some slight definition? If my eyes arent mistaking me, I just wanted to show anyone thinking about…
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Mini Chicken and mushroom pretend pizzas!
One wholemeal pitta cut into 4 pieces. 150g grilled chicken Grilled mushrooms 30g low fat grated cheese Spread of choice (I use chilli and jalapeno relish) Spread on ya pittas, top with chicken, mushroom, cheese and grill! Serve with salad yum yum Under 400kal I have a pic on my profile as didnt know how to post on here!
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Started the 30 day slimdown tonight....
I ache....and that was only level one! This is the rotation im doing DAY 1 - 30 DAY SHRED: LEVEL 1 DAY 2 - 30 DAY SHRED: LEVEL 1 DAY 3 - NO MORE TROUBLE ZONES DAY 4 - 30 DAY SHRED: LEVEL 1 DAY 5 - BANISH FAT, BOOST METABOLISM DAY 6 - QUICK TROUBLE ZONES DAY 7 - OFF! DAY 8 - 30 DAY SHRED: LEVEL 1 DAY 9 - 30 DAY SHRED: LEVEL…
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Second wind fresh start before hol!
Hi everybody! On August 18th 2010 I gave birth to my cutie pie third child. By the december i'd lost 3 stone through one of the main slimming programs. Well I quit having got to goal and thought I could go it alone but some of the weight has crept back on and i'm looking to lose it and get down to 10st as my first goal.…