Hi Ladies I'm new to B4L and I started the program yesterday. My arms are killing me and I don't know what to do. I'm stretching and moving them around and...
Ibuproprophen and Ben Gay work wonders on surprised muscles. Don't worry, as your body gets used to the increased stress, these problems will lessen. Oh, keep...
I too have been intermittently sore, much worse the following day than the actual day of the workout. I've lifted all my life and frequently am sore the next...
Anytime you make serious changes to your workout you get DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness). I got them today bigtime! It should feel better in a few days....
Hi! I'm new to BFL too (week2), but I've done plenty of strength training before. Unless you're feeling pain in your joints (elbow, shoulder, wrist) then I...
Hi, I received my undergraduate degree in pharmacology, and here's what I recommend: Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) or aspirin taken before or immediately following...
Do you know what those OTC pain killers do to your liver? I don't think that the pain from workouts is even remotely bad enough to need pain killers, unless...
I'm not an expert, but I believe that Ibuprofen is only damaging if taken regularly rather than seeing a doctor for an ongoing problem. We're talking here ...
... My arms are ... Hi, ...I am a massage therapist with experience, both personal and with clients at my gym and office. First off, NEVER try and get help...
Good point about correct form, Whitefire. Folks might want to check out the site below to see how to do a variety of exercises and to see the muscles they ...
Richard, Thanks for posting this website! It's got tons of information on it. I have to admit, I'm not getting much done at work today because of it...
First off I need help with diet. I'm not only vegetarian but also gluten/dairy sensitive/allergic. Does anyone have suggestions for managing protein and the...
RE: Ibuprofen, pain Chinese medicine says it works the reverse in the long run for rheumatoid arthritis. If it is a true injury, take the time to let it heal. ...
cdandp : Wow, gluten, dairy, and allergic? Allergic to what? you mean gluten and dairy? I just eat a lot of tofu, soy beans (you can get the edamame shelled...
That sounds like a tough combination! The only thing I can think of for protein is soy protein drinks... and yuck, who wants to drink those 6 times a day? Or...
Well it's a good thing that I only used Ibuprofen once. What about IcyHot, I'm guessing no since nobody has really brought it up yet. I don't know if I can...
I tried to copy the nuti info on veggie protein products file so I can read it offline. It won't work. Any suggestions? Meanwhile, I"m just trying to find my...
That's the anterior deltoid, and icy hot is OK. It uses a mint extract to produce the sensation from which it derives its name. The real benefit is that you...
Dear V.C., I, too, was extremely sore after my first upper body workout. It frightened me because I have had joint injuries in both my elbows in the past....
To whom it may concern: There has been a discussion about getting the protein vs. carb requirement even with special dietary concerns. I would like to offer...
Hi Darby - I have never heard of the AnyWay brand protien that you can cook with.....where do you buy it? I agree with you about the DesignerWhey, it is great...
Basmati rice has a decent protein to carb ratio (not to mention the interesting and different texture). Whole foods, Trader Joes and even some grocery stores...
Hi I am new here, would like to knwo if there is anyone from Singapore who is here and can share some advice on asian vegetarian. Its abit different as...
Hi Xavier, and welcome to the group. Most people who call themselves vegetarians in the states also eat no chicken or fish. Some people also eat no eggs or...
Hi, I am Indian Hindu Vegetarian. Is there a source which can help me in planning my diet for BFL? Sanjay ... Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Small Business - Try our...
Hey everyone, I just bought the BFL this weekend and plan to start the following Monday. I've decided that this week is going to be a "dry run". I have been...
