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by Ashy123
Sun Aug 27, 2017 10:26 pm
Forum: Strength Training
Topic: Can some women get bulky without steroids?
Replies: 10
Views: 10285

Re: Can some women get bulky without steroids?

If all you want to do is lose body fat then your diet is probably what needs changing. I suggest tracking your intake for a week just to see how much you're currently eating. In order to lose body fat you need to be in a calorie deficit. I would also recommend keeping your protein and fat quite high...
by Ashy123
Wed Aug 16, 2017 12:50 am
Forum: Cardio Training
Topic: Balance of Cardio & Strength Training TIPS
Replies: 5
Views: 8680

Re: Balance of Cardio & Strength Training TIPS

Try lifting weights 4-5 days a week and doing HIIT twice a week e.g. 15 minutes of high intensity intervals. I've found that when I lift heavy and eat maintenance calories, I am able to improve strength and get leaner :) Of course this will vary between individuals, so it might just take a bit of ex...
by Ashy123
Wed Aug 16, 2017 12:31 am
Forum: Teenagers & Kids Area
Topic: help with exercises
Replies: 6
Views: 12547

Re: help with exercises

Another tip- try using a resistance band. You can buy them super cheap from ebay. Some exercises for growing your glutes: -Banded side steps (place band just above knees, in squat position, side step 20 steps one way and then back the other) -Glute kickbacks (with band around ankles, stand on 1 foot...
by Ashy123
Wed Aug 16, 2017 12:17 am
Forum: Teenagers & Kids Area
Topic: Is this good progress?
Replies: 1
Views: 6802

Re: Is this good progress?

Any progress is good progress :) Considering your numbers are going up in the gym and your body is changing... I'd say you're on the right track! Keep it up!
by Ashy123
Sun Aug 13, 2017 8:19 pm
Forum: Health & Wellness
Topic: Looking at alarm clock when sleeping.
Replies: 3
Views: 6372

Re: Looking at alarm clock when sleeping.

I used to do this too! I found that it impacted sleep quality as every time I looked at it, I would count how many hours sleep I had left, thus stressing I couldn't fall asleep. I now sleep with the clock face down on bedside table and ban myself from checking it!
by Ashy123
Sun Aug 13, 2017 8:07 pm
Forum: Exercises
Topic: Is swimming a good exercise?
Replies: 14
Views: 15947

Re: Is swimming a good exercise?

Swimming is also great as unlike most other forms of exercise, it's not taxing on your joints. It improves endurance and strength.
by Ashy123
Sun Aug 13, 2017 7:53 pm
Forum: Exercises
Topic: Advice for Kettlebell workouts
Replies: 5
Views: 7153

Re: Advice for Kettlebell workouts

Would just like to add some other awesome exercises you can do with kettlebells:

Walking or stationary lunges
KB squats/goblet squats- makes it harder when you elevate your feet on platforms!
Turkish get ups
push ups with KB row
bent over single arm row
by Ashy123
Sun Aug 13, 2017 7:46 pm
Forum: Weight Loss/Fat Loss
Topic: Weight Loss Training
Replies: 9
Views: 7668

Re: Weight Loss Training

Boss Man wrote:
Ashy123 wrote:fruit, veggies (cucumbers, carrots etc)
Although as mentioned in post cucumbers are actually fruits as they have seeds in them.

Just pointing that out in case anyone got confused about that aspect of your post.
haha yes indeed they are! I guess most people use them as vegetables though :)
by Ashy123
Fri Aug 11, 2017 3:28 am
Forum: Health & Wellness
Topic: Doing brain in I workout so hard but not losing
Replies: 4
Views: 7481

Re: Doing brain in I workout so hard but not losing

Congrats! That's awesome :) Just stay positive and channel your emotions into your training- getting fitter and stronger, and better than you were yesterday. I can't imagine how challenging it must be for you but it sounds like you're on the right track :)
by Ashy123
Fri Aug 11, 2017 3:11 am
Forum: Womens Area
Topic: Total newbie and very, very confused!
Replies: 8
Views: 9813

Re: Total newbie and very, very confused!

Just wanted to add in here that foam rolling could make a difference too! Try foam rolling to release the tight muscles :) I have lumbar lordosis and suffer from super tight hipflexors and lower back pain. I found that releasing hip flexors and strengthening glutes and abs has helped tremendously!! ...
by Ashy123
Fri Aug 11, 2017 2:36 am
Forum: Womens Area
Topic: How to get a bubble butt(bigger booty) naturally?
Replies: 8
Views: 11374

Re: How to get a bubble butt(bigger booty) naturally?

Boss Man wrote:GHR?
Glute hams raise! https://www.gymandfitness.com.au/force- ... bench.html
So painful but really good at targeting glutes and hammies! I always feel like I'm going to go flying over the end when I do them lol
by Ashy123
Fri Aug 11, 2017 1:37 am
Forum: Weight Loss/Fat Loss
Topic: Fat loss
Replies: 4
Views: 6242

Re: Fat loss

I would suggest looking at your current diet as a whole and implementing small changes here and there. It is more sustainable if you make a lifestyle change rather than "fad diet". You will be more likely to succeed and get enjoyment from your food.
by Ashy123
Wed Aug 09, 2017 8:59 pm
Forum: Weight Loss/Fat Loss
Topic: Time to get in shape!
Replies: 4
Views: 4900

Re: Time to get in shape!

I would suggest tracking your current food intake just to get an idea of where you are at. There are several apps and websites (I use myfitnesspal), it doesn't really matter which one you use as long as you're consistent. From there, assess your current protein intake and overall calorie consumption...
by Ashy123
Wed Aug 09, 2017 8:46 pm
Forum: Weight Loss/Fat Loss
Topic: Weight Loss Training
Replies: 9
Views: 7668

Re: Weight Loss Training

It sounds like you might not be eating enough. Try to get in 5 small meals a day (or in your case 2-3 meals and 2-3 snacks). Some convenient meal/snack options include: microwave rice cups, canned tuna, protein bars, fruit, veggies (cucumbers, carrots etc) with dip, air popped popcorn, nut butter wi...
by Ashy123
Wed Aug 09, 2017 8:22 pm
Forum: Diet & Nutrition
Topic: Single protein bars webshops
Replies: 1
Views: 4043

Re: Single protein bars webshops

iHerb! They have so many brands to choose from and often cheaper than you can find in supplement/health food shops :)