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I find that bulky, undefined muscle, doesnt appeal to too many people at all. I never understood why guys build these types of muscle, often never working on their abs and walking around with a little gut. I think lean, defined and cut is the way to go, and i dont think it needs to be anything extreme either. If you are building lean muscle, there is absolutely no benefit in lifting anything heavier than 25 lbs, ever, with the exception of bragging to other men that you lift this and that or can bench xyz.
When i started working out 3 or 4 years ago and turned alot of extra fat into lean muscle, the attention i received from women in general went through the roof. There was simply no comparison, and women who once rejected me, couldnt wait to ask me out. It was really that drastic of a difference. But the biggest benefits of getting in shape and working out, to me, were health benefits, and increase in self-esteeem and self-confidence. All three also heavily impact your game as a man.
how much fat did you lose and what do you weigh now?
how tall are you?
i'm trying to get bigger. i already work out and box, but i need to add another 3-4 meals. right now my body is more like this:
but ideally i'd like to look more like this
men who are built just seem to get more respect and have women touching their muscles. i think women like being slightly intimidated by a man as well
Im 6'2 and weighted 265 lbs with 35% body fat and completely out of shape. Within 6 months of p90x/x2 training, i was at 195 lbs with <10% body fat and in great health and physical condition. It was a pretty drastic change in a short period of time, but i had to change up my nutrition quite a bit to get there. Being a big guy, my goal was to cut rather than bulk.
Its not my opinion, its a scientific fact. But i do know that for guys who almost **** themselves benching 300 lbs, its hard to accept theyre only doing it to impress their buddies, and build bulk which noone really finds attractive.
Its not my opinion, its a scientific fact. But i do know that for guys who almost **** themselves benching 300 lbs, its hard to accept theyre only doing it to impress their buddies, and build bulk which noone really finds attractive.
I am a woman and I lift heavier than 25s for certain exercise (back work, PC's and squats). To say doing so isn't beneficial is silly, but that said lifting lighter with more reps is legit as well. I personally do not wish to spend that amount of time working out.
I am a woman and I lift heavier than 25s for certain exercise (back work, PC's and squats). To say doing so isn't beneficial is silly, but that said lifting lighter with more reps is legit as well. I personally do not wish to spend that amount of time working out.
Its not my opinion, its a scientific fact. But i do know that for guys who almost **** themselves benching 300 lbs, its hard to accept theyre only doing it to impress their buddies, and build bulk which noone really finds attractive.
What about people who want to be strong.
Like not power lifter strong, but strong enough to at least sweep a woman off her feet and carry her.
Like not power lifter strong, but strong enough to at least sweep a woman off her feet and carry her.
I think heavier weights can help you increase strength in a more effective way. Heavy weights arent necessary for building lean muscle however. FWIW, i dont use heavy weights, because i work out at home, but have proven ability to carry an adult woman in each arm, all the way to my bed. Does that work?
I think heavier weights can help you increase strength in a more effective way. Heavy weights arent necessary for building lean muscle however. FWIW, i dont use heavy weights, because i work out at home, but have proven ability to carry an adult woman in each arm, all the way to my bed. Does that work?
Strength - heavy weight less reps
Endurance - lighter weight more reps
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