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Anonymous
Hello /fit/!

My question: Do muscles really have a memory?

Background: I am female, 5'8", around 140-145 pounds. I used to be very fit, and hip with it. I was very good at working out, very lean, very toned, at 130 pounds.

I'm thinking about getting back into it at full speed pretty soon here after a hiatus of a year and a half.

To further my question: Will it be just as difficult as when I first started working out three years ago, or will my muscles be able to jump back into their previous conditions quickly? Either way, the answer won't deter me from my efforts.
>> Anonymous
>>350637

You know the answer to this question, you fat fucking cow. A she-beast like you is only looking for lies to tell you that it'll be easier. Fuck you.
>> Anonymous
Also, would anyone have any workout recommendations for a female?
>> Anonymous
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Gonna need some more info on your body dimensions.

Example. post tits
>> the ides of march !!7Z/3gj5ZXsu
>>350637
OP: I'm in a similar boat as you. I was in FUCKWIN shape in highschool/first semester of college, then I let myself slip, and now I'm working out again.
It's just as hard as starting for the first time, except I seem to be getting back up to speed a lot quicker this time, especially with running. I was DEAD at the end of 30 minutes a week ago, and I'm already working my way back up to 45.
>> Anonymous
>very good at working out
If you're good at working out, you're not trying hard enough.
>> Anonymous
>>350649

Cool thanks!!

That also reminds me of another question. I've always had a really difficult time with running –– it probably has something to do with the way I run.

A boyfriend in highschool told me that when you run, it's heel-toe, heel-toe.

A boyfriend in college told me, it's toe toe toe.

Wtf? I've always been discouraged from running. I make loud noises on the treadmill.

So I'm always on the gazelle instead.
>> Anonymous
>>350659
It's heel-toe, but don't strike down too hard on your heel, or you'll be assfucked with shin splints.
"toe toe toe" is for sprinters, and developing form.
>> the ides of march !!7Z/3gj5ZXsu
>>350659
Heel-toe makes you make full range of your leg movement when you run, promoting good form and potentially burns more calories. Toe-toe is for sprinting, unless you want to look like you're tiptoeing very quickly and destroy your calves while running distance.
>> Anonymous
>My question: Do muscles really have a memory?

yep
>> Anonymous
>>350668

>>350665

Thanks a lot! I'll be purchasing a gym membership after I get my paycheck on Friday. Can't wait to feel like I did when I was a beast.
>> Anonymous
>>350659
I can mentally picture a dumb broad making loud noises (vocally) while running on a treadmill. lol'd
>> Anonymous
Actually, maybe I'll go today!
>> Anonymous
>>350686

I make all of my loud noises somatically.
>> Anonymous
>>350694
The sooner the better.
>> Anonymous
I'll post a pic of my musical six pack at the end of the night.
>> Anonymous
>>350637
actually muscle memory is a lil different thing. its more like once you perfected your super karate punch by shit loats of practice you will always do it the same way, even when doing it unconsciously.
but to your originall question. you will have easy time getting back in terms of doing the same amount of excersice but to get "toned" you are gona have to lose bf% and that will take as much time as it took before
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>>350659

>So I'm always on the gazelle instead.
>on the gazelle instead.
>on the gazelle
>gazelle

I thought this thing was a joke? People actually use it?
>> Anonymous
>>350676
wrong
>> Anonymous
>>350659
"heel to toe" BUT keep in mind that you place your heel on outerline and roll your weight to your toe thru outer line of feet
>> Anonymous
>>350659
Why do you make loud noises on the treadmill? Are you flat-footed?
Anyway, elliptical trainer is the best. Smoother range of motion and all that.

As for your original question; Yes, I do believe it's easier to get back into a good shape if you were in a good shape before. The first weeks will of course be tough but the hardest part of working out is following routine and keeping up a consistent workout. So good luck with that.
>> Anonymous
>>350735

Maybe not THAT gazelle. Haha, –– but that's what I've always called it.

>>350742

My dad is flat-footed. I've never been told so by a doctor, but perhaps I got a little bit of it.
>> Anonymous
muscles do not have memory. the term 'muscle memory' refers to your nervous system adapting to the specific pathways fired to contract those muscles for exercise. The more you do it, the more familiar the pathway becomes and the less challenging it becomes.
>> Anonymous
muscle memory is more of a way that your body remembers how to do complex, compound movements. If you throw something with your dominant hand, your muscle memory kicks in and you perform a smooth movement because you've done this many times before and your muscles know when to move/contract. If you throw something with your non-dominant hand, you'll probably just look retarded and not hit anywhere near your target.
Muscle memory dictates what kind of complex movements you can do smoothly and it doesn't really have anything to do with strength
>> Anonymous
I've had a few cups of coffee this morning. Is it still okay that I work out today? I've heard it can mess with your workout.
>> Anonymous
>>350735

Please tell me that's from the 90's. Greasy ponytail and baseball cap while exercising?
>> Anonymous
>>350754
>>350753
>>350713

Ah, okay. I understand the concept now.
>> Anonymous
>>350755
i'm not a fitness expert but that's kind of weird to think that.. unless your not drinking enough water coffee shouldn't mess up anything to do with working out. i could be wrong but i usually drink coffee before a workout to help.
>> Anonymous
>>350755
if by mess up your workout you mean make it much better then the answer is yes. caffeine is a stimulant, which affects your central nervous sytem, thus making your nerves signal more muscles to contract at a faster rate
>> Anonymous
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do your squats
>> Anonymous
POAST MOAR OP
>> Anonymous
If you're going to run heel-toe then I hope you enjoy your bad knees 20 years from now. You run on your toes.
>> Anonymous
youre a fuckin woman and your height is the same and weight is the same as me
>> Theodore Roosevelt !!J8LZ2zthmwi
ITT:niggers who know nothing about running.

Either land flat, or land on your toes.
>> Anonymous
>>351008
Is that a bad thing for me or a bad thing for you? ;)

Just got home from my first workout in months. It's tough to find a reason to fucking quit smoking until moderate exercise feels like swords stabbing through your ribcage.

But I feel so much better!!
>> Anonymous
And let's get this straight:

DO I LAND ON MY HEEL OR MY TOE, MOTHERFUCKERS?

Tonight I did heel-toe, and it was difficult. When I do toe-toe I feel like a gazelle, but I'm quicker and my shins don't hurt.
>> Theodore Roosevelt !!J8LZ2zthmwi
>>351057

When you land on your heel, you're pretty much braking with every step. Also, all the impact travels straight up your leg through your knee and into your hip...not good.

Land on the ball of your feet...but don't over do it. try to land with your heel maybe like 1/4inch higher than the ball of your foot
>> Anonymous
>>351061

Thanks so much. That does seem like a much better way to run.

I've never been able to run more than a mile and a half without stopping because of various pains, usually in my left latissimus dorsi-ish area, but I think that's because of my running posture. Changing the way I run will definitely help. I'd like to run a marathon (Bolder Boulder) someday.
>> Theodore Roosevelt !!J8LZ2zthmwi
>>351068

np. theres quite a lot of literature on running form and training out there, i suggest you pick some up. im not gonna point out all the intricacies of running form, but basically, keep your body as straight as possible, take short, fast steps, and get into a good breathing pattern. breathing is probably most important...personally i like to breath out every other time that my left foot hits the ground.
>> Anonymous
>>350713
Lol I get this.

Ten years of karate, stopped for 4 years, and now I suck at kempo coz they punch differently

Goddamn