Just to make something clear regarding the my fat % numbers etc.; I use a ordinary fat caliper and weigh my self every Sunday after a 15 hours fast. I do not keep a record of what I consume in my last meal on Saturday and using a fat caliper is not super accurate.
What I am implying is that my fat gain/lean gain numbers is an estimate. I measure the same spots and use the same tablet for estimating my body fat % every time. I am no proffessor but my measurements show a trend.
This past week gave me a total weight gain of 0.5kg and my body fat % stayed at 8.5% for a total fat gain of 100g and a lean body mass gain of 400g. Measured after a 15 hour fast and a hot bath.
My glutes are still not recovered so I might have to skip squats and RDL this week. We shall see.
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I almost never put myself in a scale. I never ever have used a caliper, and dont use a log for my progress.
ReplyDeleteI did set a goal for myself 2 years a go, and a year ago I had to set a new one :-D
:D Congrats on reaching your goal Redstar!
ReplyDeleteIt is important for me to use a scale, a fat caliper and to have a fairly standarized way for measuring my body composition since I am trying to build muscle and at the same time maintain a low body fat %.
Measuring every week allowes me to make adjustments quickly.
So far it seems like I am maintaining a very favorable ratio of fat/lean mass but it is early days still.
Thanks for commenting Redstar!