Question 1

i am a boxer trying to improve on my power & gain some muscle, if i weight lift 2 to 3 times per week, will i lose flexibility & agility?

Accepted Answer

Depends on protocol: If you are trying to improve agility and strength stretching is very important to make ligaments and muscles more supple. Strengthening exercisers should utilize lighter weights with multiple reps with a faster pace, working not so much to build muscle but improve agility and decrease fatigue.

Question 2

how to lose body percent fat quickly and build muscle?

Accepted Answer

Eat protein: Exercise on an empty stomach, and get a trainer to help build any particular muscles you wish to build.

Question 3

how can i lose weight and build muscle?

Accepted Answer

Attitude adjustment: The key is reprogramming your mind, and this comes from making an effort in the real world and taking charge of your thoughts. Hit the gym or join a fitness group. If they see you're trying, the other folks will give you advice, most of which is good (stay away from steroids and fancy supplements; creatinine may be a big help). Eat like an athlete; stay a little bit hungry ; choose sensibly.

Question 4

how can you build muscle and lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Muscle building: Muscle building will assist with wight loss and is accomplished by repetitive resistance exercise like weight lifting or calisthenics.

Question 5

what will help me build muscle while i lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Exercise: Tight work out including weights will hepl increase the muscle mass at the time of diet for weight loss.

Question 6

is it easier to build muscle rather than to diet to lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Muscle vs fat?: Easy is a relative term.  Both can be difficult.  Only thinking makes it so.

Question 7

what are exercises you recommend to lose weight and build muscle?

Accepted Answer

Resistance training: Which includes weight lifting, isometrics, exercise machines, exercise bands, and yoga. Doing these kinds of strengthening activities 2 or 3 times a week helps to build muscle. And as long as you don't eat more than usual, it will also help with weight loss.

Question 8

what are some workouts i can do to lose weight and not build muscle.

Accepted Answer

Cardio Mix: If you have adipose tissue that you'd like to lose then consider an increase in cardio and a balanced diet. However, do not always do the same exercise or you will increase your risks for stress injuries. Mix things up with running, biking, swimming, or circuit training. Ultimately you need to burn more than you consume.

Question 9

what is some things to eat for trying to lose weight and build muscle?

Accepted Answer

Muscle building: Muscle are composed of protein, so when stimulating muscle growth through weight lifting, it is essential to have protein in your diet. This can be real food, or supplements.

Question 10

is it better to lift weights or do cardio to lose weight but build muscle?

Accepted Answer

Lift weights: for muscle and cardio for fat loss and cardiovascular fitness.  so you need both.

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