We should add this disclaimer in the OP...I feel like the two of us say it once a day minimum.
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Fitness |OT8| Dad Bods, Bulge Swelfies, and Wait...Do you even lift bro?
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We should add this disclaimer in the OP...I feel like the two of us say it once a day minimum.
Psychotext
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...and no, you don't need cardio to cut fat. If you're burning more than you're eating, you'll lose fat (metabolism issues aside). Cardio burns more than weight training, so you can get away with being slightly less strict with your diet. However, weight training means you'll retain more muscle (and if you're new, possibly gain some) whilst you're at a calorific deficit.
Lately, for me, it's going for walks around the neighborhood before or after work with my wife and baby. Also, every one of my non-compound accessories has been superset, dropset or mixed with mountain climbers/burpees/etc.
Psychotext
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Usually at least an hour a day... 5 on weekends. 
ViewtifulJC
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got real manly forearms and big traps, and your shirt accentuates that. Its a good look.
Lashley
Why does he wear the mask!?
Psychotext
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If you wear your sleeves like that usually I'd say it's obvious you lift. I still say you have an ab off with the fuckers next time they cast aspersions your way though.
DUFFMCWALIN
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Good work! Thats great news.
I think you look great man. Screw those guys.
mdsfx
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HahahahaDisclaimer: Unless there is a policy against that
i have to laugh at gaining another .6lbs again. Eating at 1750 like usual but gaining weight, y u so crazy 1s week. No biggie.
Yah, took me a while to realize it. Was not fun.
Congrats.
Yah, took me a while to realize it. Was not fun.
Congrats.
ViewtifulJC
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Lol how does that happen
Yep, just have to go with it. I've never looked leaner even at the higher weight, my abs are getting easier to see everyday, definition showing better and the bottom 2 abs are starting to get defined. Really happy.
ViewtifulJC
Banned
Good, I can tell my girl that next time she asks why she went up half a pound from last week end though she's been counting calories/increasing exercise intensity like a motha
mdsfx
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Looking forward to the hidden link with transformation pics! What you've done is pretty amazing
Anyone ever tried drag curls? They are supposed to be more isolating for the long head of the bicep.
Was being vain/self mirin and noticed my biceps tend to be mostly interior/short head developed. Dunno if some people are just unbalanced like that or its me being unbalanced with isolation movements or grip width.
Quest for FE arms continues.
Was being vain/self mirin and noticed my biceps tend to be mostly interior/short head developed. Dunno if some people are just unbalanced like that or its me being unbalanced with isolation movements or grip width.
Quest for FE arms continues.
Another deal for adipowers. Tempted but my cross fit shoes are fine.
http://slickdeals.net/f/8069644-adidas-men-s-adipower-weightlifting-shoes-from-97-ac-fsss?v=1
Thanks, once I hit the 219.9 or below mark, I'll update the pics. And please go get your shirt custom fitted at a tailor. You look amazing, but could look a lot better with a very nicely fitted shirt.
http://slickdeals.net/f/8069644-adidas-men-s-adipower-weightlifting-shoes-from-97-ac-fsss?v=1
Thanks, once I hit the 219.9 or below mark, I'll update the pics. And please go get your shirt custom fitted at a tailor. You look amazing, but could look a lot better with a very nicely fitted shirt.
Ugh, having one of the shittiest weeks in a while. I think injury that KO MTP is contagious to me. My lower back was acting up all week, but last night was the worst. My back tighten so badly, I wouldn't even walk straight for several minutes.
It got better and I still went to the gym if only to support my wife. I was planning to do squats, so I tried a set with the bar to gauge the damage. No way, not my night.
I decided to take it easy and do some simple BW workouts. There were also a lot of eyes looking in my direction. It's like they've never seen anyone do walking dragon flags.
It got better and I still went to the gym if only to support my wife. I was planning to do squats, so I tried a set with the bar to gauge the damage. No way, not my night.
I decided to take it easy and do some simple BW workouts. There were also a lot of eyes looking in my direction. It's like they've never seen anyone do walking dragon flags.
I actually like seeing the increases. It helps me understand my body better you know?
Definitely. And 2% is the average. It can be higher or lower under special circumstances. For example, after going to the foo fighters concert and standing in the pit for 3 hours I had a huge drop in weight.
Psychotext
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This isn't good. My trainer sessions are so hard now that I'm actively dreading going to do them. =/
My hamstrings are completely screwed from deadlifting too, so this is going to suck.
My hamstrings are completely screwed from deadlifting too, so this is going to suck.
The more I read posts like these the happier I am that I've built a base up to where I'm at and just have to maintain. This sounds miserable Pyscho.
Szu, hope you heal up quick buddy.
Being a fatty for so long, I just want the scale to go down lol. But I've learned to accept when it doesn't and that it's normal.
Indeed, can confirm, sounds miserable.
Being a fatty for so long, I just want the scale to go down lol. But I've learned to accept when it doesn't and that it's normal.
Indeed, can confirm, sounds miserable.
Eggs and bacon? Quest bar?
mdsfx
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Oh god yes. I love eggs. You may have to watch the yolks if you're concerned about fat content and calories, but damn, give me ham and eggs for breakfast any day and I'm happy.
ViewtifulJC
Banned
beef patties and cold cuts?
mdsfx
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They are a bit expensive. I always bought mine on Amazon and they usually average about $2 a piece. The mint chocolate chunk is f****** delicious I can't even stand it its so good.
Spiritreaver
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Mint Chocolate Chip is probably the only flavor I thought was really really really good. Others are good, but that is my goto flavor from now on.
mdsfx
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Same. Nothing came close. Didnt mind smores since it had similar textures. Many of the other flavors are just one solid consistency while the mint chocolate and smores have many which tricks my mind into thinking I'm eating delicious, unhealthy things.
mdsfx
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Well, others don't always go for dairy, but I for one think green yogurt is a godsend. 0% fat plain Greek yogurt is 22g of protein per cup and only 120 calories.
Besides chicken, fish is an excellent alternative. Mahi mani, tilapia, shrimp, salmon...
Buy it frozen and it's cheaper
Greek yogurt mixed with whey is like protein packed pudding.
Spiritreaver
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On my last cut I ate almost nothing but lean ground beef lol.
Psychotext
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It is, unquestionably miserable. Thing is, in 6 weeks I'm going to be cycling for 24 hours (maybe more if I suck), pretty much non stop. Not part of a team, it's just me, the bike, and a shitload of pain.
Anything I go through now is going to pale into comparison to how much that's going to hurt if I'm not ready for it.
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