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Fat loss comes from calories deficit. However, 1 gram glycogen is associated with about 3 grams of water, so glycogen depletion can lead to water loss that comes back quickly when carbs are reintroduced. There's no long term effect.

There is lots of evidence that size can be built with less than maximum weights, even as low as 30% of maximum. It may take longer to get the effect but it's volume that makes the most difference. Look up Brad Schoenfeld for more on the science. Strength would require loads closer to maximum. https:...

No one here can give medical advice. Check with your physical therapist for a recovery protocol.

I'm not a swimmer but it stands to reason that the longer the interval between breaths, the more time can be spent on work, so therefore, higher efficiencies and faster times. If you're not competing, don't worry about it. If you are, talk to your coach.

I'm getting tired of these posts all with similar titles. I assume that you are all the same person and are just trolling to waste peoples time. I'm going to start deleting them.

See a doctor. This is beyond the scope of anything anyone here can help you with.

I've asked one of the moderators with tech experience to tale a look at the problem. I have 196 notifications in my inbox. If he can deal with it they way I think he can, the problem should go away for a while. These people are relentless.

Try increasing the amount of protein. Not only does that help build muscle but it controls your appetite. Substituting one meal a day with protein shake is an easy way to lose fat.

Your post makes no sense. Clarify what you're talking about.

If you're already doing flat bench and OHP, the incline press is redundant.

Starting out is always an issue. You have to phase in your exercise. Try doing light, short, full body workouts every day for about 2 weeks, gradually increasing the intensity and duration. That will allow your body to get used to the effort and you'll improve your recovery. After that, spread out y...

Perhaps the administrators can help you. They manage the nuts and bolts of the site. They don't always read every post so sending a PM is more likely to get there attention.

I made my own micro weights with chain from the hardware store. For dumbbells, magnets are popular. (brand name Platemates) You can use anything as long as you know what it weighs.