I am part of an intensive physical fitness program and the exercises we do are kind of like what football players go through. I don’t want to bulk up, but my body is starting to— I can already notice bulging calves.
Please, please, please, how do I avoid this???
You won’t "bulk up" by much - your muscles will become more toned, which is a good thing. My training partner is female and has been lifting heavy weights, 4 times a week for 1 year - the most shes bulked up has been 1" around her upper arm.
If you’re gaining muscular weight, try dropping your calories slightly - if your body doesn’t have the fuel it needs to grow new muscle, it can’t do it!
However, building lean body mass is a GOOD thing - it will enable you to eat more whilst staying slim, and keep you healthy for your future. Don’t fight it!
October 6th, 2009 at 2:29 am
then quit whatever is bulking you up. duh.
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been there, done that.
October 6th, 2009 at 2:55 am
You won’t "bulk up" by much - your muscles will become more toned, which is a good thing. My training partner is female and has been lifting heavy weights, 4 times a week for 1 year - the most shes bulked up has been 1" around her upper arm.
If you’re gaining muscular weight, try dropping your calories slightly - if your body doesn’t have the fuel it needs to grow new muscle, it can’t do it!
However, building lean body mass is a GOOD thing - it will enable you to eat more whilst staying slim, and keep you healthy for your future. Don’t fight it!
References :
Im a personal trainer.