Ask Mike, May 2009

Eating Healthy, But Constipated

Submitted by mike on Sun, 05/24/2009 - 20:29

Q: I am currently four weeks into my training programme and all seems to be going well. I have lost 6pounds and muscle tone is begining to show but something must be lacking in my diet as I am passing wind regularly but when it comes to going to the toilet I find myself constipated. I am eating healthy portions of veg along with protein. Any ideas Mike what could be causing this?

Daughter Wanting To Go On A Diet

Submitted by mike on Sun, 05/24/2009 - 20:12

Q: My daughter is 12 ..13 in november, 6th grade, and weighs around 127-129 lbs. and shes 5'4".She has a few friends smaller then her and one quite bigger, but she's still very self conscience. She's very active in basketball and softball.. But she still is wanting to go on a 'diet'. she said she wants to be around 115lbs. Does that sound to small..and does her current weight sound to big? or perfect?

Build Mass In Thighs

Submitted by mike on Sun, 05/24/2009 - 19:58

Q: I want to build mass in my thighs how can I do this and what should I eat

A: Building a lot of muscle in any area of the body requires two things: doing heavy exercises that target that area and eating a lot of healthy calories to allow for slow weight gain.

Lose 30 Lbs In 4 Months

Submitted by mike on Sun, 05/24/2009 - 19:56

Q: hey mike i need to lose 30 lbs in 4 months should i only do cardio or should i also use weights thank you

A: I would certainly use weights in addition to cardio. By themselves weights only make your metabolism higher and help you burn calories faster! What goes wrong for some people using weights is that the high metabolism makes them hungry and they start eating everything in sight -- and of course gain weight! If you have a firm control of your diet, weight training will only help you achieve your goals faster.

Get Rid Of Man Boobs And Fat Stomach

Submitted by mike on Sun, 05/24/2009 - 19:37

Q: how do u get rid of man boobs and a fat stomach? (for teen boys)

A: Please read How To Lose Fat.

13 Years Old, Build 6-Pack And Muscles Fast

Submitted by mike on Sun, 05/24/2009 - 19:36

Q: Hi i am 13 years old. I work out everyday for about 1 hour and a half to 2 hours... and i bench abut 60... and i use the total gym 1500.. in gym and at home i do puchups... and i use the iron gym at home as well.. and i need a good like way to build my 6 pack and build my muscles fast. .but im adhd and my pills make me not want to eatr and if i eat i feel like i wana throw up so i keep gettin like less muscle cuz my stomach eats away at them.. i need a good like nutrition diet type thing i should go on any ideas mike... please..

Right Thigh Bigger Than Left

Submitted by mike on Sat, 05/02/2009 - 17:54

Q: I have been working out very hard and often. I can see a change in my body. I'm small to begin with, so I am just looking to tone. My problem is that my right thigh is bigger than my left by a noticable amount and its never been like that. I found out recently I am gluten intollerant. Is it possible to only lose fat off one leg? I am very upset and no one seems to know what this is about. It sucks to have one pant leg tight and I'm a size 2! Please help.

Flabby 16 Inch Calves

Submitted by mike on Sat, 05/02/2009 - 16:22

Q: Hi Mike. I hope you can help me with my problem. :) I have 16 inch calves and I'm a girl, 15 years old. I think it's fat because it wiggles and it's flabby same also as my thighs. I wonder if there's something I can do about it. I'm currently doing cardio such as running, walking and cycling. And I also thought if I should drink green tea or diet supplements with L-carnitine to help me burn the fat faster, it seems unappropriate for the lessof my body. I also have cankles so when you look at my calves all you can see is fat down my feet. Thanks in advance. Hope you can help me.

Will I Be Slower Because Of Extra Muscle Weight

Submitted by mike on Sat, 05/02/2009 - 15:40

Q: I am six feet tall with a body composition of around 20% weighing 205 pounds.If I weight train and end up at 215 pounds with a 12% body fat compositon will I be slower on the court when I pay badminton because of the extra muscle weight or will I be quicker because I'm carrying 16.4 pounds less fat than before?

How to Get Perfect Legs

Submitted by mike on Sat, 05/02/2009 - 15:34

Q: How to get perfect legs

Are Step Machines Bad For Knees

Submitted by mike on Sat, 05/02/2009 - 15:21

Q: are step machines and stair masters bad for knees

A: Stair machines are not bad in themselves but if you are already having knee problems they can add unnecessary stress on your knees. Check out elliptical machines for cardio with less stress on the knees. Swimming is another option.

5 Foot 4 Inches, 130 Pounds, Would Like To Lose 10 Pounds

Submitted by mike on Sat, 05/02/2009 - 15:14

Q: I am 5 foot 4 at 130 pounds what should my calorie intake be if I would like to lose 10 pounds.

A: Simply eating fewer calories alone is not the best way to lose the extra weight, especially for somebody like you who is already in good shape -- your body will resist burning fat in response to fewer calories and will instead burn muscle unless you give it 'reason' to keep the muscle and burn the fat. If you lose 10 pounds of mostly muscle you will likely not be that happy with the results compared to if you lose 10 pounds of mostly fat.

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