New cyclist here what would you tell yourself when you first started riding

6/19/2013 8:20:30 AM

I just got started in road biking. I'd like to improve my level of fitness primarily and maybe lose 10 lbs or so. My aunts and uncles are all very avid cyclists and have given me some advice to get started. They want me to start going on 25 mile ...

Frustrated with squats

6/19/2013 12:55:35 AM

Since I have started squatting with free weights twice I have worked my way up to 160 lbs and gotten stuck. WTF ? I am 6'1" tall and 200 pounds. How the fuck can I be this weak ? I am pretty sure my form is what is holding me back. Bu...

Alright so I got the starting strength book Now I need some help directions

6/18/2013 10:02:29 PM

Couple questions. I'm following the outline in the book, as far as the major lifts go. My first question is- on the supplemental lifts (LTE, barbell rows, dips, chins, etc) what days should I add them in? Should I be doing all the 'upp...

working a muscle group multiple times a week

6/18/2013 4:29:28 PM

Is it OK to work a muscle group multiple times a week? Like performing a deadlift three time a week? I used to hear no more than two times for optimal growth...

Talk to me about Cyclical Ketogenic Dieting

6/18/2013 4:15:15 PM

Anyone tried this? Wouldn't this put you into a constant state of keto-flu? How much weight could I drop in a month and a half (I go to Vegas in 1.5 months, need to get pool ready)? I am looking to fol...

guess I busted a blood vessel

6/18/2013 12:22:31 AM

Instructor paused the class and says "what the hell is that?" I smile and look around, then he says "Steve, your leg!" Didn't feel a think at the time.

Which iPhone app to track running

6/17/2013 8:17:38 PM

Looking for recommendations on an iPhone app to track distance, speed, routes, etc. Anyone got one to recommend?

Good shoes for intervals New Balance Minimus 1010 for 30 pair 6 17 13only

6/17/2013 4:34:26 AM

NB minimus 1010 $30+shipping,tax

Alternating exercise for weight loss

6/16/2013 9:57:57 PM

I was riding a bike for an hour a day, walking for another hour, and weight lifting every other day. But I'm wondering if I should be alternating more, and having a rest day. Instead of everyday biking, I'm thinking of s...

Ever surprised by the amount of cals something has

6/16/2013 6:03:13 PM

I had to goto golden corral with my dad for fathers day, had a few sausage links, looked them up in mfp... 110 cals each WTF man. Any of you ever been surprised by the amount of calories something had?

Foot Pain Bottom of the Foot

6/16/2013 12:51:52 AM

Hey all, Gonna go to the Drs but was wondering if anyone has or had anything like this. Started a few months ago. Would wake up and it was painful on the bottom of my right foot. The pain is in my heel towards my arch, and sometimes r...

Best self defense videos

6/16/2013 12:09:41 AM

Are there any recommendations on any self defense types of videos and the teachings of different forms of fighting?

Hip Cartilage Question

6/15/2013 10:23:55 PM

On Christmas morning of 2012 my dad was going for a walk and slipped on some ice. He broke his ankle and had surgery pretty quickly to repar the damage. He was laid up for about 8 weeks but because he has an office job was able to go to work occas...

Cyclists please come in here

6/15/2013 6:13:26 PM

I was going over my bike in preparation for a ride earlier, and discovered my front tire is starting to separate. Ran down to the lbs, and the guy that runs it had what I needed for 2.5x what I can order it for from amazon or the like. I'm all fo...

Please review my fitness routine plan

6/15/2013 4:13:06 PM

I weigh 190 pounds, and am 6'3, 34 years old. I'm 14-19% body fat, and my goal is 10%. I want to get rid of my belly, and the beginning of man boobs, I'd also like to look toned on my my upper body. I receive testosterone through a dr, and have...

Cardio without running or biking

6/15/2013 10:25:58 AM

Yesterday's routine at the facility I go to Start with 10 reps then 12, 14,16 back to 10 Squat with bicep curl Squat with bicep curl to shoulder press Squat to shoulder press Burpee holding medicine ball no push-up <...

More minimalist fodder

6/15/2013 12:22:14 AM

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/06/05/is-barefoot-style-running-best-new-studies-cast-doubt/

Belly Fat did I plateau

6/14/2013 11:11:24 PM

Last September I start hitting the gym really hard. I weighted 346.2 on day one(6ft 1in for those who care). For the first 6 months I was doing all cardio on the elliptical and the...

Recumbent Exercise Bike Recommendations Needed

6/14/2013 7:15:35 PM

Looking for a quality recumbent bike. Budget is $1500 +/- (shipped if online) and looking for new. I ride 45-60 mins a day and my wife will use it too. We both need some cardio and toning, but neither of us are overweight. I ride a hardtail and ro...

Went jogging yesterday now my knees hurt

6/14/2013 6:58:27 PM

i started a couch to 5k app on my phone went through week 1 fine 3 days of 5 minute warmup 20 minutes alternating 60 seconds running 90 seconds walking 5 minutes cooldown. yesterday it was 5 min warm 90 secs run 2 min wa...

Any Highland Game competitors here

6/14/2013 2:31:11 PM

A friend of mine has competed in the highland games in recent years, and I think I'd like to join him this year. Anything I should know? Any training tips, other than "get really strong"?

bike riding question

6/14/2013 10:05:47 AM

I've recently started to ride my bike a lot more. Even went out and spent way more than I should have on a new bicycle. Anyways, I've noticed that my hands go numb a little bit after riding awhile. Is this normal? Do I need to invest in some padd...

Are all BCAAs the same

6/13/2013 10:39:16 PM

Okay not the acids themselves but supplements. Theoretically the chemicals should be the same across the board but each company seems to have their own gimmick. Is it safe to say the best benefit is just the simplest? I don't want anything extra l...

Squat grip

6/13/2013 8:46:44 PM

I have been using the full grip with thumb around the bar. Reading Starting strength it talks alot about switching to the thumbless grip for a better angle for the wrists so the load doesnt hit the elbows. Recently I have been having elbow pain af...

cycling with inj to psoes sp muscle

6/13/2013 12:30:13 PM

i have been running a lot and i think i have slight inj in my left psoes mucle. i am taking a few days off running. do you guys think cycling will be OK or does that also use that muscle?

Hernia or muscle pain

6/11/2013 12:16:40 PM

Is there a good way to know if you have a hernia rather than just some muscle pain short of heading to the doctor? I have looked and felt for a bulge and could not find one, no tenderness when pushed, no discomfort when doing sit ups ...

Cardio vs lifting on a personal level

6/11/2013 4:25:00 AM

Hey Arfcom, Some personal stats to start out with: 6'3", 380lbs I'm currently trying to lose weight, with an ultimate goal of around 280 or so. My family tells me i need to incorporate running into my workout regime, to h...

Green Shakes

6/10/2013 1:32:56 PM

Hello all. I have been lurking for a while but finally had a question for you. I have been following the Primal Blueprint for about 10 months now and feel great. I have lost 75 pounds and am now around 15% body fat (according to my ...

Can I substitute dumbbells for barbells

6/10/2013 12:06:11 PM

I am just starting a diet and training program from the book "Man 2.0" by John Romaniello. His training routine consists of 4 workouts....do one workout each Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Wednesday and weekends are rest days. Each work...

I finally did it

6/9/2013 9:27:30 PM

I finally did a pullup tonight, I have never been able to do one before even when i was a child due to being a disgusting fatbody, but tonight i finally was able to do one. It was actually fun. I need a better place to do them Than on my back porc...

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