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Is it more effective to lift heavy weights on day one and then lift light weights on days three and five?

No, you might strain yourself and you might not be able to cope with the sudden extra weight. Start of light ( something comfortable, not too strenuous) then work your way up- as each one starts to get easier move up a weight class- this will be more effective than starting heavy and getting lighter by far.

Gaining muscle is basically doing some activity which breaks or tears your muscles which then heal over stronger, but if you do something too hard for you it will take much longer to heal, if you get used to the weight then as you move up weight classes your muscles will heal faster and in the long run will shorten the time taken to gain your muscle

What is wrong with your shin the top of it hurts?

Usually when the top of your shin hurts it could mean many different things like if you haven't streatched out before running or if you have had any accedents on hurting your leg or even your anckle, that could effect the pain by the ligaments in your legs being messed with. I have that problem and all I do at home is soak them on hott water after running then I simply message my legs with soft lotion. ;)

Can you loose belly fat in 2weeks as a teenage girl?

You can , of course, loose some belly fat in 2 weeks as a teenage girl (or most people, really) but the idea of the fat being lost specifically from the belly is not correct. To lose fat from your belly, you will need to lose fat all over your body....and the belly will be part of this, but to think you can "target" an area is not correct. You can firm the underlaying muscles up over a comparitively short period of time (possibly noticeably over 2 weeks) and this may help with the overall appearance. To start the weight loss process simply, you can reduce your sugary foods (including soda drinks) and try to avoid high carb/calory foods in the evening. Raising your exercise levels will help heaps as it lifts your metabolism for a much longer time than the exercise duration itself. Unless you are quite seriously overweight (at which point a visit to a dietician is a good idea) you shouldn't aim for overly rapid weight loss....say 400g a week??? (blind guess, as I don't know your weight and body type)....so how much of that will from your belly??Well....SOME but certainly NOT all.

For me it is as easy as cutting out the beer (totally....gee, taking one for my sport!!!) and watching my evening snacks don't happen....and I'm ticking down 400-800g a week. For me I needed to back away from the super-intense work-outs as there is some evidence to suggest that your body burns fat a lot more effectively at a quite moderate level of heart-rate.....so keep those work-outs at a sensible level (no "smashing it out" on weights machines like you see on "the biggest loser"). If you can afford it...get a heartrate monitor and read the booklet to find your fat burning zone.

From memory, this is about 65-75% of your heartrate max (a rough estimate of your heartrate max is 220 beats per minute minus your age if you are male, I think the female calc is similar but a few beats different)

I hope that answers your question :)

What is better running swimming or bike riding?

Each exercise is good in their own way

Bike riding is the best low intensity activity that you can do even on low energy days

running is an excellent high intensity cardio activity which suits everyone

Swimming has a constraint that you should know swimming(LOL), and is a bit tougher. But it has added advantage

# if you are in hot country it is a very good activity to escape heat

# it also works on the nervous system and helps you recover from your weight training faster(aqua workouts are the best way to recover fast for intense athletes)

What is a chin for?

it holds the bottoom jaw and teeth without it, we cooulnt chew food

What does it mean when your legs and feet itch when you walk for exersice?

When your legs and feet itch while exercising it means the exercise is working, your body is trying to burn the fat. Yes it's annoying, just try to ignore it.

Why warming up before vigorous exercise is important?

Your muscles will need to be eased into the work. If one jumps straight into strenuous excersise without warming up, then they are at a much higher risk of injury. Plus when you warm up, it gets your body ready for the excersise and may give you more stamina.

If you exercise regulary will your creatine be higher?

Creatine is the substance released by your kidneys when they are failing. So in effect no, exercise does not increase those levels. Although some may say creatine is good for muscle building, which it is, but it is quite harmful to your kidneys.

What is strengthened and made straight so that the child's posture is more upright?

The strengthening of the SPINE makes it straight so that the toddler's posture is more upright.

What muscles are being worked during hang clean?

It uses mostly legs but also traps, back, lower back, and several other muscles.

What part of your body help you run faster?

Your bones act as levers via which you are able to run and move, and the muscles ideally attach to the bones as drivers, engines and enacters of the motion achieved in those levers.

Do most female body builders get married?

most of them eventually do.

With most bodybuilders, the key to finding the right mate...man or woman...is to find someone that understands the lifestyle attached to his/her mate's career. Bodybuilders have a lot of limitations, especially when closing in on a competition. Forget about going out to eat all the time...most serious bodybuilders prefer to eat at home where they can closely monitor the fat, sodium, sugar etc...that goes into their meals. Forget lazy Sunday mornings where you sleep in late with your honey...most serious bodybuilders head to the gym pretty early in the morning for session #1 of the day. As with most other time consuming professions, the limitations can take a toll on a relationship, so successfully finding a mate involves finding someone who realizes that the sacrafices are worth it because their mate is persuing a passion of theirs. When/If a person comes along who is truly happy that their mate finds happiness and personal satisfaction in what they do, they'll be supportive of their career goals...and all that they entail. If that means no lazy Sunday mornings...then so be it. A person meant for you will find a way to deal with it, help you out and support you. Bodybuilders literally build a body so out of the norm, that they don't have any shortage of interested parties...it's just a matter of finding the right one.

Hey I need some advice on training I am 17 male and i weigh 175 Lbs and I'm 5'11 My mass is mostly fat and not muscle How ever I would like to lose fat and gain muscle mass any suggestions?

The best way to build muscle mass and lose fat is to eat protein. Main proteins like chicken and fish are the best. Lower your carb intake but do not cut them out completely. If you starve your body of carbs then you will crash and your body will begin storing fat. The same goes if you stop eating such like anorexia. Do a lot of muscle building exercises. Deadlifts, squats, bench, and free weights. Cardio is important as well. Mountain bike, run, Row, jump rope just to name a few. Change up your workout. If your going to run, do a long run one day at a medium pace, the next time do a shorter one but faster about 90% of your all out. Hiking is another way to build your legs and back. Sit ups, pull ups, pushups, swimming. All great exercises. Look into Crossfit classes or get the PX90 DVD set. These are great and creative ways to build your mass and tone your body.

What exercise to slim sides down?

1. Perform interval cardio workouts -- A lot of people make the mistake of performing long cardio workouts at a steady pace. This is a mistake. Doing interval cardio training burns off a lot more fat and also works the abdominal muscles which also helps with those love handles. Interval cardio is done by alternating between a few moments of intense cardio, like running at a fast pace, and then slowing down for a few minutes to a much less intense segment like power walking. Repeating this sequence a few times each workout will burn off maximum body fat and reduce your love handles. 2. Do complete strength exercises -- Many people make the mistake of avoiding working out certain areas of their bodies. Performing full body strength and resistance exercises will increase your overall muscle mass. More muscle mass burns off more fat each minute (because muscle mass burns the most calories in order to sustain itself). Full body workouts will also get your heart rate way up and will get those fat deposits to melt off. 3. Watch what you eat -- In order to lose those love handles, you need to cut down on your fat and empty calorie intake. Cut down on sugary sodas, pastries, fast food, fried food, and fatty dishes. Lowering your fat intake will get your body to burn fat deposits like those that are making your love handles. 4. Work your abs -- You need to work your abs, especially your obliques (the abs muscles that run down both sides of your abdomen). Increasing abdominal muscle mass will make it appear firmer and slimmer. 5. Drink enough water -- You need to drink 8-10 glasses of water each day. I know it may seem difficult but having enough water causes your body to function better and burn off more calories. It also prevents water retention. 6. Sleep at least 7 hours each night -- Our body develops muscle mass while it sleeps; more muscle mass means more burned off calories and fat. Do you see where I'm going with this? If you don't sleep enough, you will not develop the maximum muscle mass and burn off less fat. Incorporate these 6 steps into your routine and you'll be fast on your way to being rid of your love handles.

What type of things do you do to lose weight?

a. Do 40-45 mins of cardio 4-5 days in a week b. Take up weight training and train with weights 3 days in a week(whole body workouts are better) c. Eat a bit lesser than your needs. And watch your macro nutrients. Eat high protein, moderate carb and low fat diet d. Drink plenty of water e. Sleep properly. Cos without proper sleep you wont be able to work harder to reach your goal. f. Track progress every week and make adjustments to diet, workouts etc based on progress. For eg.. u lost 2 lbs in first week and only 1 lbs in second week, then increasing a little cardio would be a great idea. g. 2-2.5 lbs weight loss per week is is the maximum that you should try for. Don't try to lose more than that as you may take your health to a toss.

Which muscle does shoulder press work out?

It mainly works the Deltoid muscles, but also works the Triceps Brachii and Trapezius.

Are you heavier after exercise?

Actually you will be lighter after exercise. Because you lose a lot of electrolytes and fluid while you workout. That is the reason why fitness experts ask people to note their weight before workout to track progress.

What is Synovate?

Synovitis is inflammation of the synovial membrane, the lining of some joints.