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Official Fitness Thread of Triceps Kickbacks, Swiss Ball Squats, and Testosterdrama
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maximum360
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I'm getting back on the wagon again. Time for treadmills, free weights, oatmeal and protein shakes (with the occasional smoothie). 
entremet
Member
sooperkool said:
To be honest, you will get better results with the classic SS program. The only assistance exercises that I'd recommend are body weight ones--push ups,dips, chin ups.
I'm a fan of this dude's training approach--http://www.leangains.com/
His diet stuff may be a little too intense for the majority of the population. I mostly stick to low carb paleo, with Fish Oil and Vitamin D as supplements.
He recommends only four major exercises--squats, deadlifts, bench press, and weighted chin ups, but all done to full intensity.
But to critique your program specifics--I would avoid dead lifting on consecutive days.
MadmanUK said:
This post leads me into my intent for posting. I am so sick of eating such large amounts of food. I'm to the point where I don't want to eat when I know I have to. I don't know what's a worse feeling, eating when you are not hungry or being hungry all the time. I'm choking down cottage cheese as I type this and I'm nearly ill. I might be able to bulk another 2 months tops and then I'm staring to cut.
So to answer your question about getting big arms it has more to do with you curling the fork to your mouth than a barbell. Eat large amounts of food and do barbell curls and you will get the arms you desire.
MadmanUK said:
You want to eat around 3500 calories if you want to increase muscle. Mostly meat, cheese, milk, grains, rice, and any other healthy food you like. I enjoy getting bigger and stronger but the chore of eating gets old quickly. Once you accept the fact that you will not see your abs for another 6-7 months bulking can be enjoyable. I'm about 2.5 months in and have gained about 25lbs and hit numerous PB's.
Devin Olsen
Member
Wish I had before pictures... But I have been hitting the gym as often as possible and am so far pretty happy with the results.
To be perfectly honest I really do not know what I am doing at the gym... When I was younger I worked out with a friend of mine who was an awesome 'coach' and he knew exactly what to do on which days.
Now that I am 'on my own' I find myself at a loss a lot of the time... And I hate the feeling of going to the gym and working out, but not being confident that what you're doing is beneficial... The other issue is my gym that I go to (I work at a camp, so I don't have much of a choice)... It doesn't have everything, so I kind of need to make do.
free weights are behind be
Same goes for my diet, I am at the mercy of the cooks... I eat what they make or else starve, essentially :lol
To be perfectly honest I really do not know what I am doing at the gym... When I was younger I worked out with a friend of mine who was an awesome 'coach' and he knew exactly what to do on which days.
Now that I am 'on my own' I find myself at a loss a lot of the time... And I hate the feeling of going to the gym and working out, but not being confident that what you're doing is beneficial... The other issue is my gym that I go to (I work at a camp, so I don't have much of a choice)... It doesn't have everything, so I kind of need to make do.
free weights are behind be
Same goes for my diet, I am at the mercy of the cooks... I eat what they make or else starve, essentially :lol
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
Devin Olsen said:Wish I had before pictures... But I have been hitting the gym as often as possible and am so far pretty happy with the results.
To be perfectly honest I really do not know what I am doing at the gym... When I was younger I worked out with a friend of mine who was an awesome 'coach' and he knew exactly what to do on which days.
Now that I am 'on my own' I find myself at a loss a lot of the time... And I hate the feeling of going to the gym and working out, but not being confident that what you're doing is beneficial... The other issue is my gym that I go to (I work at a camp, so I don't have much of a choice)... It doesn't have everything, so I kind of need to make do.
free weights are behind be
Same goes for my diet, I am at the mercy of the cooks... I eat what they make or else starve, essentially :lol
This I did not expect, lookin' good Devin!
TheKaeptain
Banned
So dude wanted to fight me at the gym today.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
CaptYamato said:
You gotta be kidding, over what?
Roid rage?
DUFFMCWALIN
Member
I did these while doing mma training but instead of using a bar we used a 100 pound heavy bag. Those build you up. Right now I'm working out 5 to 6 times a week and I run every time I lift. Hopefully I'm going to start mma training again. I work out so much by just rotating through body parts every day. I make sure to get enough rest and eat of course.GiJoccin said:
DUFFMCWALIN
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Right now I'm doing most of my chest workouts with only dumbbells instead of using the bar. Its a good way to switch it up and to me lifting those 2 dumbbells above your body seems much more difficult than a bar.suffah said:
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
SteveO409 said:
"Hey man, that's my bench, step off!" :lol
Devin Olsen
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haha I know what you mean... You get a mental image of a person based off of just their posts... Then you see them in real life and it is usually shockingly different :lolAlienshogun said:
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
Devin Olsen said:
Yep!
I doubt I look like most people think I do, especially with the Kenshin avatar. :lol
In college I used to have a pretty damn good routine. I had separate days for back, chest, tris, bis, legs, core and ran about 3 miles each time.
Now, in grad school, I don't have nearly as much time. Started a new program this week and it's been pretty damn good so far. I feel sore all over, but I'm not in pain.
I would do this at least 3 days a week. Maybe 4 if I can fit it in.
5 min warm up cardio
Then 2 sets, 12 reps of...
Lateral Pull Down
Deadlift
Seated Cable Rows
Decline Bench Press
Cable Fly
One Leg Calf Raises (18 reps here)
Squats
Leg Curl
Standing Bicep Curl
Tricep Extensions
Shoulder Bar Press
15 minutes of cardio on the treadmill, 6.0-6.7 mph
Not trying to bulk or anything, just tone up. I don't have the time to watch my diet strictly enough to bulk. After I graduate I have a good strength and then muscle building program I have in mind to start...
Diet consist of mostly good stuff, I tend to keep my intake at around 1500-1700 a day. Avoiding white flour, fried foods, whole milk, mayo, etc. etc.
Now, in grad school, I don't have nearly as much time. Started a new program this week and it's been pretty damn good so far. I feel sore all over, but I'm not in pain.
I would do this at least 3 days a week. Maybe 4 if I can fit it in.
5 min warm up cardio
Then 2 sets, 12 reps of...
Lateral Pull Down
Deadlift
Seated Cable Rows
Decline Bench Press
Cable Fly
One Leg Calf Raises (18 reps here)
Squats
Leg Curl
Standing Bicep Curl
Tricep Extensions
Shoulder Bar Press
15 minutes of cardio on the treadmill, 6.0-6.7 mph
Not trying to bulk or anything, just tone up. I don't have the time to watch my diet strictly enough to bulk. After I graduate I have a good strength and then muscle building program I have in mind to start...
Diet consist of mostly good stuff, I tend to keep my intake at around 1500-1700 a day. Avoiding white flour, fried foods, whole milk, mayo, etc. etc.
maximum360
Member
Had this smoothie today:
Ingredients
1/2 cup nonfat milk
1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1/2 frozen banana, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons powdered protein supplement
1 1/2 tablespoons flax seed
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 cup frozen strawberries
Pretty good.
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/All-Around-Good-Smoothie/Detail.aspx
Ingredients
1/2 cup nonfat milk
1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1/2 frozen banana, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons powdered protein supplement
1 1/2 tablespoons flax seed
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 cup frozen strawberries
Pretty good.
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/All-Around-Good-Smoothie/Detail.aspx
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
If anyone here is not eating Dannon Greek yogurt; do yourself a favor and get some, it's amazing.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
SeanR1221 said:
I'm sure it's comparable. Stuff is so good.
Edit: you mean regular yogurt?
Greek yogurt is way better.
TheKaeptain
Banned
Alienshogun said:
So I am looking for some muscle clamps. Go up to this bench that has some on there and no one is around. I ask all the dudes if it is theirs. They all say no. Start to take them off then this fat fucking guy walks up saying, "HEY BUDDY I AM USING THOSE!"
"Oh, sorry about that I will just leave them here then." I say.
So I go back to the squat rack. I start doing my squats; this douche fucking walks up and throws the clamps at me and says "You're Welcome." Me being me I pay no mind, just some fucking idiot. So I finish my squats and my friend Nichole is working at the desk by the front door.
We start talking and flirting as usual. He comes up and wants to buy a water. I tell her "Hey, there is a guy wanting water." She turns around and he pays. As he is walking out he calls me a dick head. THEN THE GUY GETS IN MY FACE. Here is what was said:
Him: What the fuck are you looking at?
Me: What? Dude, I am looking at Nichole.
Him: Nah dog you looked me all crazy. (THOSE were his exact words.)
Me: Sorry but when?
Him: After I didn't let you get those clamps.
Me: WHAT!!! I didn't even look your way. Plus why in the fuck did you need the clamps? You only had 135 pounds on the bar.
Him: Let's take this outside right now.
Me: Listen you fat fuck. I will put you in a RNC and then piss on you after you fall asleep. So step the fuck on before I get mad. (I take off my sweater. He sees my Gracie Jiu-Jistu shirt)
Him: ...I'm cool
Turns around and leaves. Nichole then tells me he probably started shit because he asked her out and she said "FUCK NO!" I guess he has a giant crush on her. He is some friend of friend of hers and always bothers her at work. He has even mentioned me before to her. Like wondering if me and her were dating because I am always talking to her.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
CaptYamato said:
:lol :lol :lol
TheKaeptain
Banned
Alienshogun said:
Yeah, next time he is there I am going to wait until he starts talking to her. But in and ask her out on a date.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
CaptYamato said:
I'm willing to bet he completely avoids you now.
TheKaeptain
Banned
Alienshogun said:
I told her to let me know if he bothers her. The shirt scared the shit out of him though. His face went from wannabe badass to "holy shit I'm out!" Funny thing is I forgot I had it on! :lol :lol :lol
Anyways, I was able to get up 225 5x doing front squats. That is my personal best since my knee injury.
TheKaeptain
Banned
NomarTyme said:
Stupid phone Auto correct is retarded.
TheKaeptain
Banned
negitoro7 said:
I wish. That girl's ass is too perfect.
Edit: I should make a thread about how the Giants winning the world series ruined my chances with her.
Luscious LeftFoot
Member
CaptYamato said:
I was expected some roid-rage story, instead of some sad fuck upset you stole his "girl" :lol
BronzeWolf
Banned
Well I lifted 280 for 3 sets of 5 on Friday. Finally
I am also 190 lb
I am also 190 lb
I learned something today that might make some of you say "no shit". Apparently you're not supposed to squat in the mornings, the past 2 times I've squat early in the mornings, I've fucked up my back pretty good. I figured if I get adequate stretching I'd be alright....but I wasn't really. I started wondering if it was my form, or maybe perhaps my muscles weren't properly engaged prior to working out, but I've since learned that in the mornings your spine has a high fluid content which may result in injury! The more you know.
*face palm
*face palm
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
Imm0rt4l said:
I squat in the morning, no issues. Your form was probably just bad.
But you're not supposed to, I've never hurt my back until I started doing morning workouts so I don't think so. It may depend on the intensity of your workout as I've been squatting 315, 10 reps for 6 sets with 2 minute rests once a week for the entire semester. I really doubt I just somehow started developing bad form coincidentally when I start doing morning workouts on squat days.Alienshogun said:
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
Imm0rt4l said:
I've never heard from a reliable person that "you're not supposed to" nor do I see anyone in the morning following that advice, people world wide squat in the morning with no issues.
It probably had everything to do with your form.
Your back is more vulnerable to injury in the morning. A quick google on the subject will tell you just that, but whatever man, simply do you. I'm only giving this helpful tip to those willing to listen to it. I'm not coming at you or anything, but I'm reading it in my fitness class e-book right now. *shrugs.Alienshogun said:
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
Imm0rt4l said:
Unless you're rolling straight out of bed and into a squat routine I think you are over stating the danger.
I could be wrong, but like I said, I've never heard of anyone blaming the morning for hurting their back from squats.
Buckethead
Banned
How often do you have sex fitness-GAF?
Getting laid on a somewhat regular basis is really fucking up my endurance running.
Getting laid on a somewhat regular basis is really fucking up my endurance running.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
Buckethead said:
I fap at least twice a day even when I do have sex, and I don't think it's effecting me, or is it.
I wonder if I stop if I'll turn into some superhuman. :lol
Buckethead
Banned
Do you run much?
It's no biggie when I lift or do sprints, but breaking through the last couple minute wall is tough when I'm shootin' out that extra testosterone. That and I try to push my time every week.
It's no biggie when I lift or do sprints, but breaking through the last couple minute wall is tough when I'm shootin' out that extra testosterone. That and I try to push my time every week.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
Buckethead said:
Off and on when I'm not being a lazy, lift only, slob.
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