[Timbit]

Originally Posted by dreamdeferred

Honestly...I think this is the most realistic expectation heading into Ramadan. Generally speaking most people will lose some muscle and pick up a bit of fat no matter what they do training-wise given the catabolic conditions created by fasting (Fasting provides other more subtle health benefits though). I think we can effectively minimize muscle loss/fat gain by training intelligently with a premium on serious nutrition... but to expect massive results of any kind during those thirty days would be wishful thinking.

I like her tenacity....keep trying to dissuade her though. Training without adequate hydration or nutrition would be counterproductive. Her body would literally start to feed on her muscle rather than her fat......pretty much the opposite of the effect she's looking for.

Yeah, I like that she's determined too.

Thanks for the advice.
I'm trying, but you know, my mom's Punjabi and very stubborn. And totally lying to herself about not needing water.

[Revert]

Originally Posted by TrentReznor858

I just started going to the gym again, I am doing cardio and light weight lifting to improve my endurance

Good for you bro..but some advice...nix the light weights. Do heavy weights they will be better for endurance. You won't put on huge amounts of muscle if you tailor your sets and reps correctly.

Today i did a new bodyweight routine..its killer. Then i finished off doing Tabata sets of Mountain Climbers and on the spot sprinting.


This link has some info on Tabata sets for those whom might be interested.
TESTOSTERONE NATION - The Tabata Method

[amina9183]

Originally Posted by dreamdeferred

Training without adequate hydration or nutrition would be counterproductive. Her body would literally start to feed on her muscle rather than her fat......pretty much the opposite of the effect she's looking for.

wait so when I work out 30 min before ifthaar its burning muscle instead of fat??? oh no.

[Revert]

Originally Posted by Variable

Hey thanks man... that's going to come in handy. I've got to get me a set of those.



I've got to get to a gym... the closest is closed for renovations. But I did run up about a thousand stairs today... that got my heart pumping.

JC Band Products*-*The Institute of Human Performance

Thats the site recommended by the article.

[sumiyia]

Originally Posted by amina9183

wait so when I work out 30 min before ifthaar its burning muscle instead of fat??? oh no.

from my understanding, yes...

[Revert]

Originally Posted by amina9183

wait so when I work out 30 min before ifthaar its burning muscle instead of fat??? oh no.

I think so, you're in a calorie deficit whilst fasting.

[wheelworks]

Originally Posted by Revert

I think so, you're in a calorie deficit whilst fasting.

Oooh cool. I need to burn a lot of muscle on my top torso and rebuild my legs. Thats good to know

[dreamdeferred]

Originally Posted by Timbit

Yeah, I like that she's determined too.

Thanks for the advice.
I'm trying, but you know, my mom's Punjabi and very stubborn. And totally lying to herself about not needing water.

Stubborn Punjabis .....lol let's hope she doesn't have to faint from dehydration to get the point.

Originally Posted by Revert

This link has some info on Tabata sets for those whom might be interested.
TESTOSTERONE NATION - The Tabata Method

Ummmmm....that looks insane dude. Front Squat reps to failure? Hell to the naw!!! You're a braver man than me bro.

Originally Posted by amina9183

wait so when I work out 30 min before ifthaar its burning muscle instead of fat??? oh no.

Well.......not exactly. Nutrition immediately after you work out is really the biggest concern.....if you eat right after working out you essentially halt the catabolism (muscle loss) that would likely take place. Lot's of people work out first thing in the morning before eating (after an 8hr fast while sleeping) so this isn't impossible....it's still highly undesirable though. For one thing, having fasted the whole day and then not being able to drink water to boot will seriously hamper your ability to really exert yourself...making the whole ordeal less than worthwhile. Revert and PHDgirl have the best plans....exercise either pre-suhoor or sometime after iftar. I'm planning to hit the gym about 45 min after a very light iftar iA....followed by a bigger post workout meal and 2-3 balanced smaller meals afterwards.

[Timbit]

Originally Posted by dreamdeferred

Stubborn Punjabis .....lol let's hope she doesn't have to faint from dehydration to get the point.

I hope not. InshaAllah khair.

Originally Posted by dreamdeferred

I'm planning to hit the gym about 45 min after a very light iftar iA....followed by a bigger post workout meal and 2-3 balanced smaller meals afterwards.

Wow. I can't eat 3-4 meals in Ramadan.

[Variable]

Vector energy bars... so good.

[sally]

Originally Posted by Timbit

Wow. I can't eat 3-4 meals in Ramadan.

you can if you work out and if each meal is properly portioned.

[amina9183]

Originally Posted by dreamdeferred

I'm planning to hit the gym about 45 min after a very light iftar iA....followed by a bigger post workout meal and 2-3 balanced smaller meals afterwards.

last year I was in Pakistan during Ramadan, and I would eat a kabob or something light for ifthaar and then go to the track with my Khala for a 3 mile walk/jog. When we came home, we'd eat dinner (and then afterwards I'd go have a milkshake haha) but I managed to lose something like 2" off my hips in the span of one month, which is kind of amazing, considering the milkshakes I was throwing down.

The weather will be nice this year, so maybe that might be a good idea to try again...hmm...

[Revert]

Originally Posted by Timbit

I hope not. InshaAllah khair.



Wow. I can't eat 3-4 meals in Ramadan.

You can if 2 of those meals are protein smoothies or protein shakes. The other two should be a Chicken Breast and veg or a Turkey Burger and veg or salad. Remember to keep the portions small but filling.

If you're working out regularly you should be eating 5 smaller meals a day.

Originally Posted by dreamdeferred

Ummmmm....that looks insane dude. Front Squat reps to failure? Hell to the naw!!! You're a braver man than me bro

I'm not doing it with anyweight..yet..then i'll add a few pounds...i also do tabata sets of mountain climbers. Its THE only way to get lean. They teach you to go through the pain and you get fit doing it.

[dreamdeferred]