Do you have any questions about women bodybuilding and the competitions?

[Anonymous]

Iam a women bodybuilder I have been asking questions about women bodybuilding and i see lot of people have wrong information or stereotypes about women bodybuilding.

As a women bodybuilder I would like to educate all men and women about women bodybuilding so that they can understand the reality rather than just believing on stereotypes or wrong information.

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I will be noting all the questions and will write my take anwering all of them.

You can ask questions about women bodybuilding , and bodybuilding competitions. I would try my best to answer it

[genericname85]

i assume it's pretty much the same as male body building xD cause after all, muscles don't care if they're in a woman or a man. they work the same in both.

guess the only difference would be, that women look a bit more esthetic if you go heavier on the legs but not that heavy on the arms right?

[Rucket21]

How nervewrecking are competitions for you?
What is your daily routine like as a bodybuilder?
How much is your record in terms of lifting?
Favourite and least favourite body part to train?
Height and weight?

My sincere apologies if I've asked too many.

[tasleen]

I never been active in body building
But like to know how strangers react after seeing you?

[FictionalCharacter]

By gaining too much muscle on the abdomen, did you ever pms complications?

[Asker]

I would not deny it completely but neither I would say its always.

But yes at the beginning i had few complications because there are lot of harmonal changes going on in the body. But over the period of time everything gets fine.

[gerardroger]

When body building began, a lot of governments encouraged it. Seemed like pushing people into the gyms and celebrating beautiful physiques through contests like the Olympia would end making the general population stronger and better at serving military/navy assignments. For what its worth - it probably did inspire people to join and then improve the number of eligible recruits.

Question: Can we think of a movement like this - which would get the backing of the government - so that more and more women take on resistance training and body building on a grand scale?

[Asker]

Wow its a nice idea and never thought about it. Coz we dont have any jobs which pay good for bodybuilding. This looks a nice idea for both govt and people. Really appreciated your thoughts and would be happy to talk more on this.

[gerardroger]

Thanks for bringing this up! They say being exposed to the right questions is all we really need! Happy to discuss!

[Vickymoore9]

I don’t have any questions I think it’s amazing how much work they dedicate to it. I personally do CrossFit, Yoga, and a lot of water sports. So I’ve always been fitness minded I know being I’m on the water spring through summer. I don’t go the the gym those months I’m to addicted to my water sports to ever dedicate enough time to it.

[OlderAndWiser]

I had a client who was a female bodybuilder. She eventually developed kidney and liver problems as a result of chronic steroid use and ultimately died as a result of those complications. She was also mentally ill - bipolar - so I did not assume that her behavior was representative of all female bodybuilders.

[Maraneva]

Do you feel like modern bodybuilding is shifting too much towards packing on mass rather than good aesthetics which was the original agenda of bodybuilding?
If so, why do you think this change has occurred and what impact do you think it's going to make on the future going forward?
Thanks for this refreshing topic change in the site by the way!

[Maraneva]

Also, what protocol do you follow? Like, do you bulk and cut or do you maintain and gain?
How many weeks out do you start to really shred down?
What is the amount of body fat before cutting Vs just before competition? How long can you sustain at low body fat?
How does it feel being in single digit fat percentage?
I'll stop for now😂😂😂

[Wedimir]

Bodybuilding makes the body beautiful and strong. However, we must remember that you can not inflate it like tires at one time ( you Will have to support IT all your LIFE! In my youth, I also played sports and my body was with cubes on my stomach, but then the years took their toll. Remember your old age!

[Beautyforeverybody]

Yes i have many in fact
1- Did you use any supplements to achieve your goals?
2-How long did it take for you to transform your body to its current state?
3- Do you think men in general or your husband find you less attractive?
4- Do you feel less feminine?

[more_than_a_guy]

-Hi venomwomen, how is the low bodyfat percentage affects the womanly hormones and mechanics like period?
-Do men like your physique? I personally like buffed woman.
-Do you want your man to be stronger than you and active? Does he has to be muscular too?

[more_than_a_guy]

What is your dating experience?

[Asker]

how is the low bodyfat percentage affects the womanly hormones and mechanics like period?——- ofcourse there are few harmonal changes in the body and at start it effects periods but its not permenant just for a certain time. Women gains mascularity thats just a physical apperance she won’t loose her feminity in terms of sexuality.
-Do men like your physique? I personally like buffed woman.—- most men dont like it but yes there are few who appreciate hardwork.
-Do you want your man to be stronger than you and active? Does he has to be muscular too? — iam ok if he is serious about fitness.

[Asker]

Iam married

[more_than_a_guy]

Thanks for your reply

[more_than_a_guy]

And by dating experience, how was it before marriage? Was it reducing the ease to go to dates?

[Asker]

I did bodybuilding after marraige

[more_than_a_guy]

Ahhh I see

[SumSimulits]

How strong can you be? I mean, after PL special forces training I can raise 700 lbs in deadlift, do 1000 push ups on fists and run 80 miles in hard terrain in one day. But I'm not bodybuilder. So I wonder if a bodybuilder, but a woman, can be stronger than me.

[hellionthesagereborn]

Not really. Maybe why you want to do it and why you would think that its empowering to be a body builder (I mean I doubt many male body builders would consider it empowering so why would it be empowering for a female body builder).

[ThatQuietLass]

Not a body builder but why wouldn't it be empowering taking control, building your body to that is hard work. There's a kinda sexist undertone I find reading your reply.

[hellionthesagereborn]

@ThatQuietLass No, your just sexist. As stated, why would it be empowering to do this AS a woman (I was pretty clear about that), as I don't see it being empowering to do it as a man why would it be more empowering to do it as a woman. The only reason why you see it as sexist is because you desperately need to play victim and be told that some one is out to get you because otherwise you might actually be held accountable for your own actions and choices.

As stated, what about body building is empowering to any one and why especially a woman, their is nothing sexist about that question but you thinking its sexist is rather sexist (but don't worry you discriminating against men and being a misandrist will never ever have consequences so be as sexist as you want).

[ThatQuietLass]

Just said how it came across. Sorry you got over defensive- almost like its guilt making you lash out.
Also, *you're. Try to learn the difference. I tend to think less of people who can't use simple words properly. it's kind of worrying. Well, hope your rant made you feel better about yourself. Probably one of those "nice guys"

[hellionthesagereborn]

@ThatQuietLass I didn't get defensive, I pointed out why you decided to get defensive at my comment (hence you going out of your way to try and accuse me of sexism simply because I didn't applaud and blow smoke up a womans ass (and why would I? I wouldn't do it for a man why would I do it for a woman (see, equality (you wouldn't know anything about that, you seek privilege not equality)). If claiming that I was defensive because you decided to accuse me of sexism despite their being no sexism in my statement what so ever, makes you feel better about your self and helps you rationalize your own bigotry more power to you, but please don't project onto me that which you do.

Also no, I've never claimed to be a "nice guy" but I find it ironic that you would try and state that in order to again, rationalize your own bigotry and sexism. Sadly you will almost certainly not be capable of self reflection and thus will continue to blame others for the very things your doing.

[hahahmm]

If you (or another female body builder) looked like the Hulk from Marvel comics & movies would you think that's too extreme of a look? The trend in bodybuilding has been more muscles for decades. At what point is it too much?

[Tstrbrainer]

Yeah, I don't know anything about bodybuilding in general, but about female body builders,

Did it affected your hormones and health in any way?
I mean did the workouts affected your periods or uterus etc?

Is it difficult for a female body builder to have a kid?

Can women start bodybuilding after having kids?

I asked these because I have no idea about these stuff

[Newhead]

What interested you in the sport and are you concerned that you will lose your more feminine physique eventually?

[Asker]

Creating best out of your potential is always good. It makes me stay fit and confident in life. No im not concerne about loosing my feminity coz your physical appetance and muscles dosent define your sexuality.

[Newhead]

Cool, but what if it shrinks your boobs and butt? does it do that?

[Asker]

Ok i understood. We should talk in private. But iam not able to message you. You need to allow it.

[Newhead]

Okay.

[Andres77]

How regular are menstrual cycles amongst female body builders, are they less likely to become pregnant, and among those that you know that have become pregnant are there any unique differences during the pregnancy?

[CalmYourTits]

Do you think people who struggle with weight should lift weights or do cardio?

[Asker]

Both together is required

[CalmYourTits]

Interesting.

[Asker]

I would suggest you HIIT

[CalmYourTits]

HIIT?

[Asker]

Its kind of training high intensity

[CalmYourTits]

I will look it up!

[Asker]

For more details you can message me in private

[Anonymous]

I have one stupid question. It is not related to the sport you are associated with. Since you are an athlete, I think you will be able to answer my silly question. Is it possible to lose weight without exercising and skipping food?

[startingfitness]

yes, you can lose weight if you get sick.

[Koalamate]

How is it judged? Appearance, muscle size, highest weight lifted. I have no idea about bodybuilding.
Is it different to men's bodybuilding?

[Asker]

It is same as men’s bodybuilding some minor things and standards are different.

It just on the basis of category you compete.

I compete in physique category where more emphasis is on muscular body

[Berethor]

How many men has lost to you in a arm wrestling? :)

[Asker]

I don’t do it

[humanearth]

I have a few

How did you get started?
Can you make a inco

[Asker]

Inco?

[humanearth]

(stupid Keyboard)
Can you make a living from it?
Where do you get your costums from?
What gives you the drive to make it to the next level?
What are your plans after bodybuilding?
Do you want to train troubled youth? So they stay out of trouble
How much weight can you lift over your head?

Bonus

My 8 year granddaughter thinks your awesome. (she asked a few of these questions)

[humanearth]

Oh she just asked. Did you ever meet anyone famous

[Asker]

😂😂thanks

[Asker]

No I didn’t meet anyone famous yet

[Asker]

Can you make a living from it? —— No i can't make living from it coz its not still a good career to earn. I have a different job for earning. Its just a passion.
Where do you get your costums from? — i order it online mostly from usa we need to give our measurements and they have the standard designs as per bodybuilding competition rules.
What gives you the drive to make it to the next level?—- once you get into it you will always feel motivated.
What are your plans after bodybuilding?— just keep on improving myself as much i can.
Do you want to train troubled youth? So they stay out of trouble—— yes ofcourse i would be happy to help them
How much weight can you lift over your head?—- I can lift 60-70 kg

[humanearth]

Well you just made a 8 year old happy. You answered her questions

[Asker]

My pleasure

[SunnySri]

Is it safe? Like i see a lot of guys getting injured in the gym over exerting themselves, is this a problem with women bodybuilders too?

[Trooper205]

Just... Why?
It's not really feminine, and to an extent, it's a turnofft.