Question 1

my butt became  flat from cardio and leg workouts. how can i regain the plump shape of my butt while maintaining my shape and weight? flat is gross.

Accepted Answer

Gluteus workout: Strength training focusing on your gluteus muscles and less on your leg muscles (such as squats) may help to selectively provide tone to your buttocks.

Question 2

do ab workouts, leg workouts,chest workouts using body weight stun growth?

Accepted Answer

: At a listed age of 18 the growth centers in your long bones are likely closed and further increase in height not available. A single x-ray of the wrist/hand could confirm the closure of growth centers. Unsupervised weightlifting during early growth can result in injury to growth centers, but the cited workouts at the listed age would not.

Question 3

what can cause a sudden heavy feeling in legs at 28 years old?  i also workout regularly and eat healthy.

Accepted Answer

SOME COMMON: Conditions of the lower spine can cause this heavy feeling, but a full evaluation is necessary by your doctor since I do not expect you to have arthritis in your spine at this age.
Please see your doctor for definitive diagnosis.

Question 4

hiya, i want to know what are the best supplements for butt enhancement.
i already do 20 hours of gym a week working on abs and glutes etc weight squats, leg press and lunges.

i just need a supplement to boost the workouts.

Accepted Answer

No specific : Supplements that will aid in focal gluteus augmentation.  It will really come from a good diet in conjunction with exercise.  Even with great habits your genetics may limit certain gains.  You may want to work, at least in the short run, with a certified personal trainer to make sure your workouts are optimized for you.  Otherwise, there is the less than desirable option of surgical enhancements.

Question 5

my ribs, oblique muscles, chest, and legs are sore as if i've done a full body workout when i haven't. can this be due to carry a very heavy backpack?

Accepted Answer

Muscle pains: If you experienced these pains after carrying a heavy backpack then it is reasonable to assume the pains may be a result of this. Try Tylenol to relieve the pain. Take a break from carrying heavy items. If the pains persist, then see a doctor. If the pain is concentrated in the chest and worse with exertion, associated with breathing problems or radiates to arm, then see a doctor immediately.

Question 6

having leg spasms in thighs and constant (24/7) need to stretch legs when in sitting or resting position. just finished heavy leg workout at crossfit.

Accepted Answer

Drink fluids ; rest: Sometimes you may have muscle spasms or cramping after a heavy workout. It is best to stretch out before ; after you exercise, drink plenty of water, replace electrolytes with drinks like gatorade, eat plenty of green leafy vegetables ; fruits. Replenish potassium w/ foods like avocados, bananas ; yogurt. Exercise at a lower pace ; gradually build up. Rest ; get eval for injury if spasms persist.

Question 7

i ve put on weight more on my stomach and around my waist but my hands and legs are thin . . i workout rarely n eat more of outside food .. ?

Accepted Answer

Make some changes: Fat around the belly is actualy very harmful.  It's metabolically active and can cause a lot of problems.  Talk to your dietician about changes to your current diet.  Cut down on eating out so much.  See your doctor about starting an exercise routine.  Maybe get labs to make sure you don't have cushing's syndrome (unlikely) that can cause fat to deposit around your abdomen...Good luck.

Question 8

my body feels like i have just done an intense workout but i have only been resting, arms and legs feel heavy and exhausted. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Concerning: This could be potentially very serious from a cardiac condition such as heart failure. It could be less emergent but still concerning such as from hypothyroidism (under active thyroid) or it could be a medication side effect (nortriptyline). See your doctor as soon as possible.

Question 9

i have a metal plate in my left fibula. how much weight can it take prior to giving out.i'm asking because i lift weights and want to work out my leg.

Accepted Answer

No limit: No limit on the plate for a human, as long as the bone is healed.
I take most plates out in patients under 50 at about a year post op.

Question 10

i'm having back and leg pains. my body feels tired and i often feel sleepy. it's as if i have been through a heavy work out at the gym whereas i haven't. this thing hv been going on for two weeks now. what could be wrong? please help?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor and discuss if you may be depressed. Counter-intuitive as it may seem, exercise may help. Start with low intensity exercise such as walking and gradually increase the intensity as tolerated.  Wish you good health!

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My butt became flat from cardio and leg workouts. how can i regain the plump shape of my butt while maintaining my shape and weight? flat is gross.

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Do ab workouts, leg workouts,chest workouts using body weight stun growth?

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What can cause a sudden heavy feeling in legs at 28 years old? i also workout regularly and eat healthy.

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Hiya, i want to know what are the best supplements for butt enhancement. i already do 20 hours of gym a week working on abs and glutes etc weight squats, leg press and lunges. i just need a supplement to boost the workouts.

A member asked:

My ribs, oblique muscles, chest, and legs are sore as if i've done a full body workout when i haven't. can this be due to carry a very heavy backpack?

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Having leg spasms in thighs and constant (24/7) need to stretch legs when in sitting or resting position. just finished heavy leg workout at crossfit.

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I ve put on weight more on my stomach and around my waist but my hands and legs are thin . . i workout rarely n eat more of outside food .. ?

A member asked:

My body feels like i have just done an intense workout but i have only been resting, arms and legs feel heavy and exhausted. should i be concerned?

A member asked:

I have a metal plate in my left fibula. how much weight can it take prior to giving out.i'm asking because i lift weights and want to work out my leg.

A member asked:

I'm having back and leg pains. my body feels tired and i often feel sleepy. it's as if i have been through a heavy work out at the gym whereas i haven't. this thing hv been going on for two weeks now. what could be wrong? please help?

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