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@terri777 Start by cleaning up your diet. The weight will come off with a clean diet, and heavy weight lifting will build muscle as long as you get enough protein. Idk how tall you are, but 130 is pretty low if you're wanting a considerable amount of muscle, or "tone".

@jayisscott Pilates is great for beginners. It's primarily body weight calisthenic-type exercises, and it's easy enough to do at home, or take classes at the gym.

@tyler82 I eat beef and/or pork every day and I hit my protein goals without powders. It's easier on your stomach to get your protein from food instead of shakes or bars and you won't get the same kind of digestive upset. Don't underestimate the power of eggs, cheese (if you tolerate it), and...

@thebrittschmitt My biggest hurdle is fibromyalgia. I have it mostly under control through diet changes, but it doesn't hesitate to force me into a deload week if I accidentally "overtrain". Putting that in quotes because I don't have any real signs of overtraining like excessive fatigue...

@starlight1983 Yup! I'm a beginner (starting at the gym again after a 3 year hiatus) and I have to remind myself every single day that even though I'm strong and getting newbie gains, I still have to humble myself with the level of activity I can handle or else I'm going to be laid out for a week.

@dcd You need fat to produce hormones, so a low fat diet results in low sex hormones and steroid production. You also need fat for fat soluble vitamin absorption such as A, D, E, and K.

@delizzle Lift heavy, and eat more protein. Aim for about 0.5-1 grams of protein per pound of your body weight every day, and at least 50 grams of fat for healthy hormones. Since you're wanting to bulk (gain weight) eat in a calorie surplus.

@ka__f Getting good at walking fast consistently is a great workout. Improving posture, strengthening the core, shins, and calf muscles will go a long way before running.

@robertbelmes I just wanted to say that I'm a skinny person and I'm also struggling with lunges. Hurts my knees and my balance is just not great. I'd love some general tips for getting lunges to not suck