Alright, let me lay it out. Just started a 500 cal surplus up from my maintenance of 2200 calories. I can very easily hit that goal as I've been counting calories and don't vary my activity level all that much. On weekends however, due to my job, I'm much more active and and burning much more than regular (Fitbit pegs me at upwards of 3,000 those days).
So...
Taking Fish Oil caps while following IF protocol - when?
Generally take 6x 1000mg fish oil caps a day for health benefits etc; given that it's a fat there's caloric factors to account for
If following a strict IF protocol, is this likely to mess up the fast? If so, should I be taking them later in the day or at night?
I have read that milk and sugar in coffee or tea isn't necessarily enough to impact the...
Circumisision Recovery Tips
I'm 14 and I recently decided to get circumsised. This was after having issues with my foreskin and utilizing creams and stretching at an attempt to loosen it.
Just completed surgery today after being knocked out under general anesthetics. Pain sucks however I was given T2s so those should help out.
My issue is with the sensitivity of the head of...
How to get big with diabetes.
It's been a long time since I've posted. I've taken a month off from lifting. Vacation/wife surgery/work. Since October of last year I lifted 3x a week. First with SS then Fierce 5. I'm still sub 300 on my squat and deadlift 1rm. I'm 44 years old, I'm 6'8" and 275lbs. I'm also a type 2 diabetic. My last checkup I had was a week ago. My a1c had went...
hows my nutrition in general?
im asking this because im feeling fatigue/tired all the time
this is what my diet consist off.
protein: lean chicken, grass fed ground beef (2 times a week), 2 eggs in the morning, salmon, greek yogurt, cheese.
carbs: oats, bread, papaya, strawberry, banana, pasta, potato, sweet potato, broc****, ****flaur, brussel.
fats: pb, cheese, almond milk,...
Chicken and rice
So one of the meals in my diet calls for half a cup of rice and 3 oz of chicken. I’m terrible at getting the rice right, and I need some tips on how to give it more flavor without screwing up my macros.
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Don't seem to be losing/gianing any weight
I way myself first thing in the morning after using the bathroom. My weight each morning has been consistently 169.6. I don't know how long exactly, but based on the time I started logging, it's been at least 2 weeks now. Every morning, it's the same thing... 169.6....
I am 26, and about 5'10"
I workout 4-5 days a week, all workout sessions lasting...
Vector is good?
I work in a supermarket, lift boxes, pallets, etc.
First time it happens to me, I vomited after effort.
Before starting the effort I ate 4 toast with peanut, and vector cereal
A few hours later, I felt sick, asleep is it better to eat very little before an effort? Suggestion what eat? For a better performance in my job
thanks
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Love Punjabi Food? Here's How You Can Make A Six Course Fun Punjabi Meal At Home
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20% body fat - Macros
Hey guys, I’m new here. I have recently started working out. I’m confused over what macros should be. My body fat is 20%. I’m 5’11” with 188lbs.
I want to lose fat and strengthen muscles as well.
What would be the best proportion of macros?
I was told high protein(1gm per lb) low carb (around 120) with 80 gym fat.
Thanks
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Fats Calories?? Saturated Fats vs Trans Fats?? Does it matter?
I am looking at eating about 67-68g of fats / day got the number 0.45g / LBM (Lean Body Mass) pounds. I am 200 5'9" tall pounds, about 25% BF figure I'm around 150-155 pounds lean body mass, As I am stocky, I don't work out yet & everyone thinks I work out,I'm a fighter when i wear american fighter shirts, Or that I am military, I am asked this...
Gland Pharma seeks pitches from investment bankers to go public
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Why is eating less bad for muscle growth?
Hey,
I have read numrous article saying that eating less meal in your day makes your muscle harder to grow. I personally eat 2 meals a day and I wonder how does it make my muscle to grow slower compared to people who eats 3+ meals per day given that macro intake and calories are the same.
Thank you!
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Food Faceoff: New England 4
Below are 12 popular foods/dishes that are likely to be found in the New England area.
Please choose up to 8 that you like:
Coffee Ice Cream
Crab Cake
Cranberry Sauce
Humpty Dumpty Chips
Indian Pudding
Joe Froggers
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Confused on Macros now Cause of Discretionary Calorie Allowance
Been making a meal plan and everything for myself using the 40% Protein -40% Carbs -20% Fats method. But now I read this sticky on here " Discretionary Calorie Allowance - What does it mean?"
It says to eat
-1.5g protein per lb/LBM
-0.45g fat per lb/BW
and the left over calories you eat what ever you want, They are calling these kcals, which is a wrong...
Looking for a Cook Book
I've just started an exercise routine to become stronger and lose weight. I'm a college student on a thin budget, and I don't have any experience keeping track of meals and ingredients. Is there a fitness cookbook out there that will give me a grocery list of ingredients and a list of meals to cook and eat per week or something?
I know losing weight...
I find it really hard to eat 2,000 calories
I’ve been working out for around just under a year and while I’m in better shape than I’ve ever been I’m still very small. Despite this I’m still quite squishy around the stomach which confuses me, I’m so skinny everywhere else and I’m so small people look at me like I’m crazy if I tell them.
Bit of backstory I was bulemic and anorexic for about 2...
Are my Macros correct?
I have just finished losing weight over the summer I went from 86kg to 73kg. I'm very happy with the amount of weight I've lost and want to start bulking again.
I was thinking to go for 3000 calories with:
Protein: 188g
Fat: 67g
Carbohydrates: 412g
Can somebody please let me know if these macros are ok?
Thank you.
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Is my diet plan ok?
Hello, I'm planning a diet to help me lose weight. I'm 5 foot 9, I weight 240lb and have about 30%bf, also I'm 21, idk why my profile sais 48... I have attached both a spreadsheet and an image of the spreadsheet detailing my diet plan. Is it any good? are there any improvements...
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Intense Dehydration!! - Any ideas?
Hi all, Just wanting to see if anyone has had the same experience.
35yo, been on a cut for 8months lost a lot of body fat. Down to about 152 lbs 14% bf (estimate, using calipers and tape, visual etc)
Recently (a few weeks ago) I've started getting a very intense dehydration feeling. Getting really thirsty at night/day and needing to drink so much...
Too much calcium?
Only occurred to me as I was half way through my fat-free Greek yogurt have I consumed too much calcium. I have had 1L of unsweetened almond milk, two hand full of spinach, 2 scoops of whey, 300g of fat free greek yogurt and 1,000mg in calcium pills (w/ magnesium and zinc). Have I went overboard today? A bit concerned will not be supplementing those...
Help- Frequent Painful Hunger Pangs & Getting Fat after Birth Control- Losing Hope
Hello,
I am a female. After starting a birth control pill for medical reasons, my weight shot up over a period of 3-4 months. I gained 7 pounds and my body looks puffier, as well as my face. The weight is noticeable in my face, upper arms, breasts (cup size has increased big time), stomach, and hips. I assume I am retaining water. This morning, I was...
Advice**
I’m currently weighing in at 59kg, I train a lower body, upper body, push, pull, legs and full body workouts 6 days a week. I train for an hour and half including 20 minutes cardio.
I’m currently battling anorexia, I want to bulk up abit and add some mass but more scared than anything to do it. How should I best go about adding lean mass?
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Gastritis
Hey guys,
I am new to the forum so please bare with me if this has already been asked/posted or if I have posted in the wrong forum (I apologize in advance).
I found out about a month ago that I have gastritis (mostly from smoking cigarettes and junk food). Currently, I can only eat chicken and turkey as well as noodles. I have developed a gluten...
18M 6’2 19%bf 225lbs diet help
I’ve been dieting for a while and have lost quite a bit of weight, but recently I switched to a 2000cal meal plan, it’s something like 220p 170c 50f. I’m pretty sure I have absolutely terrible metabolism which is why I tried to eat lower calories, but would a diet around 2200 be better for maintaining muscle? My job is just staying in front of a computer...
Counting only protein and calories?
I counted all 3 macros (and fiber) for quite some time now but decided I want to try something else that isn’t as strict for a few weeks. I’m trying to lose weight and have a decent amount of muscle built up so I’m wanting to keep protein on the higher side. 1g per pound for now. So right now I’m taking in 150g of protein daily, keeping my cals at...
Cutting to Bulking calorie help
I'm currently 6'2 160 lbs Just turned 18. Here are some stats as to my general strength and body
Bench 1 RPM - 165
Deadlift 1 RPM - 300
Squat 1 RPM - 205
Minor definition in abs
I just cut down from 170 lbs as I just felt unhealthy and had some unwanted fat. The problem was that during my cut I was eating approx 1900 calories (most days 50-100 calories...
Need help : Cutting - calories and macros
Hi All ,
Have benefitted a lot from this forum. Thank you for all your help guys !! I’m now in my cutting phase( need to lose 10 kgs) and below are my stats ;
Height 5’10
Weight 85kgs
Daily calorie intake is around 1750-1850 and the Macros are;
Protein ~200gms (~46%)
Fat ~ 50gms (~25%)
Carbs ~ 130gms (~ 29%)
The percentages change by a max +/- 1...
High carb affects my progress
Hello, I have 2 weeks since I've increased my caloric intake with 1000 calories from carbs. Protein and fats are the same like before... I eat 2g protein / kg ..and fat 1g / kg . The problem is my strength has decreased a lot and I don't know why. Its weird because I eat more carbs, more calories, i should grow, not to decrease ...
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Eat before bed
Hello guys. Any one could help with a doubt here ? I usually have dinner at 07:00pm, but before bed, around 10:00pm sometime I get hungry, I used to eat pop corn. Is this fine, or there are other options that I should consider ?
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Advice on Routine
Hello! I just started this routine for bulking (first time) and was hoping I could get any advice on it.
Exercise:
Sun - Back/Bicep for 45 min
Mon - Chest/Tricep for 45 min, abs for 15
Tues - Run 2-3 miles
Wed - Back/Bicep for 45 min
Thurs - Chest/Tricep for 45 min, abs for 15
Fri - Run 2-3 miles
Sat - Full rest day
Nutrition Goals:
Calories - 2400
Carbs...
What kind of dressing is best for salads?
Lately I've been trying to get salads at my work instead of things like stir-fry, burgers, tacos, etc.
The salad bar consists of quite a few things, but I generally get about 6 oz of spinach, mushrooms, peas, black beans, olives, and a few other veggies with some grilled chicken
I feel like this is a good solid lunch and hits quite a few different...
Low protein&high leucine breakfast for cutting
I'm going to do a 4 week mini cut and shoot to lose about 6 lbs on top of water weight.
Last time I cut for about 3-4 months and lost 20 lbs (water weight included). I usually didn't eat from about 8PM-12PM (the next day), simply because I wasn't hungry during that time. This time around I want to optimize MPS a bit more and spread my meals apart...
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Is it normal to feel radical results after 2 weeks of bulking?
Was trying to get shredded this summer. Am a pretty skinny guy 6’1 around 160 lbs (now 155 after cutting) and cut for pretty much the whole summer. Kinda overdid it w cutting because I have a desk job and thus am not very active daily other than lifting 3-5 times a week. Cut at between 1500-1800 calories per day. Yeah, I know it was too little but...
rest week and calories
is this a bit overkill? so im taking 9 days off the gym due to life issues atm and won't be as active (wayyy less active) as before. i never knew my true maintenance. last time i checked i was 158 6'3'' eating 2800 and losing a bit of weight. (training was full body 3 days a week with 1 or 2 days worth of cardio burning around 400-500 calories via...
PLZ HELP, will eatinf 3000 calories make me fat if im skinny rn?
Hey...
im currently 19 years old and around 57kg which is quite skinny. i am currently eating 3000 calories a day and its helping me gain weight. however, i saw a video on youtube that said eating too many calories a day will make me fat later and i should only be eating 150-200 calories more than what i do to maintain my weight(1800 kcal) What should...
Where from here.
Hey guys, just a quick question. If you look at my progress photos on my profile, I seem to be quite soft and always have been. My body fat is quite low but I put on fat very easily. I'm 19, 172cm and 62kg. Am I just not developed yet, still lean bulk or am I getting what they call skinny fat. Cheers, Tom.
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Are my Macros correct?
I have lost a lot of weight over the summer and am now ready to start gaining muscle again.
My weight is 74kg
My height is 185cm
Calories: 3100
Protein: 194g
Fat: 69g
Carbohydrates: 426g
Please let me know if they need correcting.
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Whats your daily liquid intake? How much is optimal?
I drink around 4l of liquid daily, weighting 150lbs.
I guess around 3l of this is water while 1l goes with drinking protein,creatine, multivitamin and coffe/green tea.
Even tho I drink much I often find myself thirsty, Im reducing water intake by the end of the day so I don't interrupt my sleep cycle-
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Maharashtra FDA ex-chief accuses DCGI of delaying action against J&J
In a telephonic interview to ET, Zagade also questioned the basis on which the drug controller’s office re-issued the import licence for the articular surface replacement (ASR) hip implants even though the company had voluntarily recalled the product in 2010.
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New to this
Hello everyone. I am just starting this new way of eating healthier and working out. I am a 30 yr old male who has had a herniated disc (dont want that to happen again). I want to obivously loose weight and build muscle, but i am struggling to find info on what my food intake should be as far as how much snaking, eating, protinen, ect. Any info would...
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How To Caramelise Apple: Follow These Easy Steps To Caramelise Apples Like A Pro
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Can I be bigger if I weigh the same?
I compete in physique and do 2 shows per year. So I have a 7 month break and then a 5 month break. During these breaks I do a short clean bulk then cut for show, trying to make improvements each time.
My last show, I weighed 150 on the button, guessing around 8%.
I'm 4 weeks out from my next show and can see I'll come in at exactly the same weight...
Can I maintain my new body eating what I want while still working out hard
Over the last five months I’ve lost 35 lbs of fat and gained a healthy looking 6 pack. I made this my goal by the end of the summer and I’m close to hitting it.
I’ve stayed on a very strict lowish carb high protein diet and have committed to it well. I workout 5-6x a week for about an hour.
I just wanted to know if I can eat what I want once the...
Losing Weight/Building Muscle Macros
Hello everyone, So i'm a first time poster and i'm looking to get some correct information i'm getting into working out correctly but i'm still a bit fuzzy about the right amount of Carbs & Fats to intake I know Protein is 1 gram per pound of body weight but when it comes to Carbs I've heard people say you should eat less Carbs then Protein, you...
Feeling unusual lack of energy (possibly due to heat)?
I've been feeling tired since Saturday night.
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Food Faceoff: New England 1
This week you will be voting on popular foods from the New England area.
Thank you to SuperHippo for the list suggestion :)
Below are 12.
Please choose up to 8 that you like:
American Chop Suey
Anadama Bread
Apple Cider Donuts
Ben & Jerrys
Chicken Pot Pie...
Tired all the time
I started my body building journey 6 months ago. I have lost a total of 48 pounds of fat and now bulking. I have felt like a beast until I changed to a bulking diet. Now I am edgy and exhausted all the time. What can I do to fix this without slowing my progress.
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Discover the Amazing Weight loss & Health Benefits of Red Tea
There's nothing better than finishing your day with a sweet and soothing red tea latte that'll keep your metabolism burning all night long right? So... Try out this delectable red tea latte tonight and let me know what you think. This powerful recipe and program can help you lose even the most stubborn fat. No other detox program contains these 5 unique...
protein requirements
I have recently started an upper/lower split and it doesn't feel as taxing on any particular muscle group like my bro splits did. I dont feel like Im "blasting" a particular muscle group anymore. Ive never done upper/lower splits so this is a new feeling to me. I do enjoy the feeling of being strong on each lift throughout my workout though because...
Do I need the extra calories?
After 'dicking around' with my routine and going nowhere I have decided to keep it simple and concentrate on strength building first. I have decided to do the Stronglifts 5x5 routine and to stick to doing the program exactly as it says. Also I intend to get my nutrition sorted in order to maximise my gains as much as possible from the program. The...
Diet and Nutrition
Hi Everyone,
New to the forum here and was hoping to get some advice on dieting tips. I currently weigh about 185 lbs. with about 20% body fat. I'd like to maintain my 185 but at about 10% body fat. How should I go about this diet plan? I have a sedentary job but am active at the gym 4-5 times per week. To maintain my weight I usually hover around...
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hile you know some of its exceptional health benefits, you must also know how good it is for your skin too. If you are the uninitiated one here, we tell you some marvellous benefits of nutmeg for skin...
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Should I eat that much for workout?
Hey guys,
I am currently following Jim Stoppani's Shortcut to Size programme and I just noticed that he posted a calculator for my macro. I am currently 78 Kilograms (which is around 172lbs) and the calculator suggested that I have to take around 3300 calories on my workout day while taking 3100 calories on my rest days. I was wondering if I should...
cant train for 4-6 weeks. Any suggestions for diet?
Hi everyone,
I had a surgery on my lower body last week, and the doctors have told me not to weight train or anything for 4-6 weeks. So if I cant train, might as well eat the best I possibly can right?
Any suggestions for a meal plan where i could just slim down a little, but obviously be able to keep as much muscle as possible. My worst fear is going...
nutrition help/question, per 100g?
just curious, on these chicken wings i got it said 200 cals per 100 grams
the whole container is 1.1kg
so do you multiply by 11? 1.1kg is 1100 grams..
but a friend told me it's not like that, there is 1.1kg in the whole container, but the wings have bones, so he says it wouldn't be x11 for the whole container, because he says its measured as 200...
