Maria asks…
how can i lift weights for lean muscle, but not turn all buff looking?
I’ve been working out for a long time, been in various sports since 6th grade. I am now a senior, and i deside not to play sports this year, but i want to stay in shape. Most of the drills we did in all the sports were strength based training. I know if i continue these workouts i will only get more bigger by gaining muscle mass. I want to be healthy and fit, but i don’t want to look like a muscle woman. I rather the lean muscle look i think too much muscle on a woman looks bad. So, what types of exercises should i do to keep in shape, but not look like a man haha. Thanks
I’ve been working out for a long time, been in various sports since 6th grade. I am now a senior, and i deside not to play sports this year, but i want to stay in shape. Most of the drills we did in all the sports were strength based training. I know if i continue these workouts i will only get more bigger by gaining muscle mass. I want to be healthy and fit, but i don’t want to look like a muscle woman. I rather the lean muscle look i think too much muscle on a woman looks bad. So, what types of exercises should i do to keep in shape, but not look like a man haha. Thanks, BTW i work out about 2-3 hours every day and run about 2 miles a day and bike atleast 8 miles in adition to the 2-3 hour workout, and i have a good health diet.
BTW i work out about 2-3 hours every day and run about 2 miles a day and bike atleast 8 miles in adition to the 2-3 hour workout, and i have a good health diet.
lol sorry i had trouble figuring out how to add addtional details right LMAO
Workout answers:
Most women just don’t get all “muscly” unless they take steroids. They can get very strong, but don’t have as much of the male hormones that bulk up the muscle mass, and a natural layer of fat under the skin softens any hard edges in a lady’s look.
Strong women look great – but look like women.
Michael asks…
How can i gain body mass?
Okay i am 5’9 156 lbs….I am really insecure about my size…I think that i am too small…and my body size is too smalll…I think that no girl will want to be with me even though i dont really have that much trouble with women…..I guess im just one of those people that over analyze things way too much. Is there any way i can gain body mass and size, muscle…etc in 6 months….Right now i am a slim guy with some muscle….there is surely room for improvement…I go to the gym a few times a week now but i just am not getting the results i want…pls help i need to get bigger….what do i DOOO?
Workout answers:
Eat, eat, eat!!! High protein and carb. Lift heavy 6-8 reps, and it may take more than 6 months
Thomas asks…
Is it possible for a woman to gain 40 pounds in a few months?
I am 19 years old, a female, 5’3″, and a very light 85 pounds. I want to gain muscle mass and tone key muscles (like abs, legs, chest, and buttocks). I am indeed underweight for my age, and I want to know exactly how can I gain at least 40 pounds within a few months? I plan on working out 5 days a week (taking Sat, and Sun. off) and I want to know a good plan on working certain muscle groups per day. What are excellent foods to help me build muscle and gain lean weight? Is it possible for me to gain 40 pounds in a few months?
NO I am not pregnant! I’m trying to gain muscle mass and tone. And I seriously want tips and advice, not “eat like a fat turd and turn it into muscle” or the like. And No it is not dangerous to try and gain weight because many people are doing so as this moment. Seriously I want ADVICE and tips. Read the question THOROUGHLY and answer with common sense and intelligence. Not just for the points. Thank you.
Workout answers:
It’s not not possible..
George asks…
Women over 40 weight gain problems?
I watch Dr. Oz and he’s great and very helpful with his Women Over 40 shows. It’s known that you can eat the same way from 30′s to 40′s but start gaining weight for no reason after 40. Stress causes cortisol which could be the culprit but I do notice unnecessary weight gain. It was said on his show that you start to lose muscle mass so strengthening weight exercising should be incorporated. It’s a wonder I have time for the treadmill so how can I make time to do intense muscle strengthening when I don’t have weights? Is using body resistence effective enough and do you need to skip a day just like using weights? Thanks.
Workout answers:
Well you could go on a wonderful cycle ride and breathe in all that clean air lol. Then the next day just do some push ups against a wall or even some isometric resistance exercise would be okay – you just stand about 1 foot away ( arms also 1 foot apart) from a wall and pretend to push it over with ALL your strength for 10 reps BUT hold that tension for 20 seconds each time,5 sets should be enough to stimulate your arms,chest etc,don’t forget to take your calcium supplements to keep your bones strong and to stave off osteoporosis in your older years,good luck..
Helen asks…
Need MANY responses for women’s survey– physical fitness and gender identity?
1. What is your height and weight?
2. How would you describe your main work out goals?
a) Lose weight
b) Maintain weight
c) Gain muscle mass
d) Other (specify)
3. Is it more important to you to be physically attractive or intelligent?
4. Physically, do see yourself as stronger, about the same, or less strong than most men you know?
5. Since you started working out, have more men started commenting on a specific feature/body part of yours? Which one(s) and how does it make you feel?
6. Do you ever had a physical strength competitions with a men?
7. Have you ever physically liftedd a grown man off the ground? If so, why did you do it and how did he respond?
8. How important is it to you to have a male partner who is stronger than you?
Workout answers:
1. Height: 5’6
Weight: 112
2. D) Get a little toned, maybe a little muscle
3. For me it’s both. Because these days, people don’t care if you are smart or not. If you look good you get the job. But intelligence is what sets you apart in this universe; it’s easier to read a book than to have plastic surgery. You understand me?
4. I see myself less stronger. I am skinny but I don’t have muscles…
5. I actually don’t really work out.
6. No
7. No
8. It’s important, i dont know why, but stronger guy who have muscles has always been more attractive to me
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