Tuesday, March 29, 2016
What's the difference between using the stair climber machine and doing step-ups on a box?
What's the difference between using the stair climber machine and doing step-ups on a box?Let's assume for argument's sake that the height of the individual stairs and the height of the box are the same (maybe 8 inches or so?). As far as I can tell, these are the main differences: When you do step-ups, you have to step down in addition to stepping up. Any insights into the benefits of the step down would be appreciated! Because you only step up on the climber, you get less "recovery" time between reps because you don't have the step-down The stair climber automatically controls tempo, which would be self-regulated on the box If I have access to both, is there a reason to pick one over the other? Is one better for a certain training demographic, or for certain training goals? submitted by /u/weezerluva369 [link] [comments]
Making the best use of a break from exercise
Making the best use of a break from exerciseGoing to take a break for a week or two from working out 'cause I haven't missed a day in a few months and am feeling a little beat up. I can already feel myself going mildly insane from the break from the gym and I'm curious to know, what are some things you've done during a break to make good use of your time and get pumped for getting back to the routine? Videos or books on form? Random stretching routines? Knitting? I don't know, just will have a random block of time in my day and want to make the most of it. P.S., since my earlier post about this got banned, let me make this clear, I am definitely not looking for medical advice. submitted by /u/origamitime [link] [comments]
Am i bulking too fast?
Am i bulking too fast?About three weeks ago I upped my diet to 3400 calories (50/25/25) from ~2600 calories. I've gained about 8 pounds since then. I've been working out for two years consistently but never really took my diet seriously until now. I'm 5'11" and 22 years old. Went from 162lbs to 170lbs in this time frame. Is this a little fast? I'm using myfitnesspal and basically using the guidelines they tell me (220g protein, 420g carbs, 90g fat) Thanks! submitted by /u/TWeber17 [link] [comments]
185 lb Low Bar Squat From Check
185 lb Low Bar Squat From CheckIgnore the guy behind me... I started doing low bar several weeks ago. I also have this pain in my shoulder (At least I think it's my shoulder, it's hard to pinpoint exactly) and I'm wondering if it's from switching to low bar. Thanks for any advice guys. submitted by /u/JacobCollapse [link] [comments]
How do you stack preworkout and a fat burner? Or do you?
How do you stack preworkout and a fat burner? Or do you?Hi all! I'm planning on buying Hi-Tech's new-ish preworkout, Jack'd Up. I've heard great things and done my own research. My questions now have to do with their fat burner - HydroxyElite. Do any of you take a fat burner? Do you find it helps when cutting? Any negative side effects? Is there a way to safely stack a fat burner and preworkout? Or do you even need the preworkout with the fat burner? Thank you all for any advice! submitted by /u/Level10slizzard [link] [comments]
Triceps are too fatigued for Skullcrushers on ICF.
Triceps are too fatigued for Skullcrushers on ICF.I've been doing ICF for a while now and i've been progressing faster than the 5lbs per workout for squats and DL, but when it comes to triceps on skullcrushers, I can barely do them. If I go into the gym fresh, then I can do about 50lbs, or 25lbs each arm for dumbbells, but by the time Skullcrushers come up in the program, I can barely lift 20lbs total (10lbs per arm) for the full 3x8. Is this normal? I can't move 30lbs even an inch if my life depended on it. If I were to go back and do any other exercise I am fully capable of doing it at any point, but my triceps are totally fried. submitted by /u/Alssndr [link] [comments]
Hello . I am looking for some advice .
Hello . I am looking for some advice .I am a 17 year old male that's got a bit chubby this year . As I saw some of my friends started going to the gym I started questioning myself : " What the fuck are you doing , you couch-potato ?" . I am interested in finding out if a body like this one is attainable in 2 years considering that I am willing to invest 1-2 hours a day almost everyday . Please don't hate me too much , I have no knowledge regarding this subject whatsoever . I am 6'3 feet(1.89-1.90) and 185 pounds (85 kg) .https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BqIr-2tCAAE32dd.jpg ( my goal ; excuse the cringy text , got the picture from the internet ) PS :If so , any tips on getting it ? submitted by /u/galovos69 [link] [comments]
Talk to me about foam rollers
Talk to me about foam rollersWhat are they used for? How do I know if I should use one? How do I use one? What's the best type/specific model? How often do I use it? submitted by /u/Wheresmyaccount1121 [link] [comments]
Weird feeling in the elbow? Feels like the bone is pushing on a vein
Weird feeling in the elbow? Feels like the bone is pushing on a veinHey I've been working out for around 4 months now and recently I started adding a new excercise to arm day, I think that it's called the pump. Baisically, its a push down except that you angle your elbows to be aiming outwards and you push down. What I noticed is that on my left arm, I get a weird feelings, it's not painful, just uncomfortable and due to that I can't finish the set. It feels as if a vein is right on the olecranon. Feeling the 'vein', I can't seem to find a pulse so it might be a tendon. I can move it around if I touch my elbow there. I've stopped doing the excercise, but I'm worried if it's a medical issue. I was flexing a bit today (double biceps) and I felt the 'vein' feeling again. Edit: I forgot to mention thet the 'vein' moves on the right elbow too but does not cause any pain Anyone had simmilar experiences? Thanks submitted by /u/StrikeScape [link] [comments]
What's the most effective routine to see the most results as quickly as possible?
What's the most effective routine to see the most results as quickly as possible?Right now I'm doing Stronglifts 5x5 and have been reading up on and some people seem to agree that it lacks in the upper body region and focuses strongly on lower body? If this is true, what other routine would you recommend or should I stick with this one? Thanks! submitted by /u/Bercik32 [link] [comments]
I have bad anxiety about starting stronglifts. Considering joining a program with a trainer.t
I have bad anxiety about starting stronglifts. Considering joining a program with a trainer.tI was in decent shape in high school, regularly lifting weights and playing on multiple hockey teams. It's been ten years since then and I'm currently 160lb at 5'8" with a solid beer belly and general dissatisfaction with my body and health. I started biking to work and now I'm almost ready to join a gym but I have really bad anxiety In life and I'm scared shitless at the thought of those first few weeks at a new gym. Its not my lack of strength that makes me anxious but simply gym etiquette and looking like a fool and those first few days where I'm lifting just the bar and figuring out my starting weights. I live in the Bay Area, CA where all gyms seem to very packed and busy and I'd like to give the SL 5x5 program a shot so I'd be fighting for time on a bench or power rack. I also work 9-5 and will have to go at the busy hours. It seems a more realistic option for me would be to start with a program lead by a trainer. I found a fundamentals weight lifting program near my work that centers around a half dozen lifts, four of which are in the SL 5x5 routine. Is this a common means of easing into working out on your own? A few months in a program or one on one with a trainer? Or would it be a waste of time/money for such a beginner looking to start a basic routine? submitted by /u/buresrollerskates [link] [comments]
Is it possible to manage road cycling and upper-body muscle gains from weight lifting?
Is it possible to manage road cycling and upper-body muscle gains from weight lifting?I'm 22, male, 6"0', 180lb. I ride 100km in less than 3 hours but can't lift my microwave alone. Here's my problem: I was a chubby kid up until I was 16, when I started road cycling with some friends, which led me to a 20kg loss and a fitter figure. The problem was that cycling 300 miles a week at such young age gave me weird muscle memory, shitty posture and my body shape today consists of having rugby player legs with pow-camp upper body. Cycling less while on college helped balancing both upper and lower body composition, but I'm still quite self concious about my weird body shape. That's why my goal now is to hit the gym and start lifting, which I've never done before. My main concern is that I don't want to give up on cycling to achieve these upper body goals. Is there any way cycling 100 to 150 miles a week won't mess with my weight gains from the lifting? I mean, with a good diet will I still be able to focus muscle gain on my upper body and still be able to cycle that much? Or will I have to stop cycling for some time so I can develop the body I want and then go back to cycling? Thanks for the help. Sorry for any weird phrasing here, I'm not a native english speaker. submitted by /u/pwnograph [link] [comments]
Improving chinups and pullups
Improving chinups and pullupsWhat is the most effective method, if there is one, of improving my pullups and chinups? Should I be doing multiple sets of lower rep ranges, like 3 sets of 6, or trying to get the most possible in a single attempt? submitted by /u/Gr33kSpartan98 [link] [comments]
'Leaness' formula.
'Leaness' formula.The other day I came across an online calculator/formula that took height, weight & bf% and outputed a value of leaness with 25 being the highest attainable, however for the life of me I can't find it again anywhere. Anyone know the name of this? Thanks. submitted by /u/TuorAtVinyamar [link] [comments]
I'm 14 and fat.
I'm 14 and fat.I'm 14 and I want to lose some weight. I don't have a exact height and weight but I think it is around 11st and 5'6 Can anybody give me tips? submitted by /u/IceCreamSandwich401 [link] [comments]
Wrote a program for a friend, thought I would share.
Wrote a program for a friend, thought I would share.So a friend of mine wanted me to write a program that fits his college schedule. It is a beginner muscle building PPL program designed for Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and optionally Saturday. You should be able to do the whole workout with dumbbells, barbells, a cable machine, a squat rack, and an incline bench. Push 1. Bench Press (4 x 8-10) 2. Seated Dumbbell Overhead Press (4 x 8-10) 3. Gradual incline bench sequence (5 x 8-10) - Start with the incline bench at its second-highest setting (highest would be vertical for the Seated OHP), and do your set. Then drop it another level and do a set. You should finish with the bench one level above flat. Obviously this one depends on the incline bench you have available, so you may have to use a setting twice (or skip a setting) to get to 5 sets. 4. Lateral Dumbbell Raise (3 x 10-12) 5. Dumbbell Chest Flyes (3 x 10-12) Pull 1. Barbell Row (4 x 8-10) 2. Wide Grip Lat Pulldown (4 x 8-10) 3. T-bar Rows (4 x 8-10) 4. Reverse Grip Lat Pulldowns (3 x 8-10) 5. Single Arm Dumbbell Rows (3 x 10-12) Legs 1. Squats* (4 x 5) 2. Leg Press (3 x 8-10) 3. Leg Extensions (4 x 12-15) 4. Deadlifts* (4 x 5) 5. Leg Curls (4 x 12-15) *For those with back problems, Squats can be replaced with Front Squats, and Deadlifts can be replaced with Rack Pulls just below the knee. Arms (Optional) Superset 1 Barbell Curls (4 x 6-8) Skullcrushers (4 x 6-8) Superset 2 Incline Dumbbell Curls (3 x 8-10) Tricep Pulldowns (3 x 8-10) Superset 3 Preacher Curls (3 x 10-12) Overhead Dumbbell Extension (3 x 10-12) When I get home I will add links to video descriptions of each exercise. I am of course open to suggestions, feedback, and discussion. submitted by /u/Mr_Shav [link] [comments]
bulking with reduced protein intake
bulking with reduced protein intakehello! i'm fairly new. i've been trying to get bigger, since i'm really skinny right now (i'm a male, 6 feet tall and 140 pounds.) unfortunately, i recently found out that i inherited some shitty kidneys and i'm supposed to keep my protein intake really low. i used to be trying for at least 140g of protein a day, but i've been told that now i shouldn't go over 50g daily. is it still going to be possible for me to make any progress? i was aiming for at least 3000 calories a day, and obviously a bunch of those were coming from the protein, so should i just replace those calories with carbs or fat? and what sort of foods can i look for that have a lot of calories, but not much protein? is there anyone out there who has had any experience lifting with kidney disease or a low-protein diet who can give me any advice? thanks! submitted by /u/ssensuoicsnoc [link] [comments]
Decided to make my own training routine for hypertrophy & aesthetics. Am I on the right track?
Decided to make my own training routine for hypertrophy & aesthetics. Am I on the right track?Stats: M/21/5'8-9"/150 Goal: Hypertrophy & Aesthetics, but not too big. History: Training for 2 years, 3 months serious. Routine: Traps: DB Shrugs (3x12) Shoulders: Overhead Press / Clean and Press (4x12) Lateral Raise (4x12) Side Laterals to Front Raise (3x8) Reverse Flyes (4x12) Chest: Bench Press (6x4-6) Incline DB Press (4x12) Pullovers (3x12) Low Cable Crossover (3x8) OPTIONAL: Chest Dips (3x12) Arms: Concentration DB Curls (4x12) EZ Bar Curls (3x12) Hammer Curls (3x12) Cable Pushdowns (3x12) Back/Lats Pull ups (2 sets Wide Grip / 2 Sets Regular; 2x8-15 / 2x8-15) Close Grip Lat Pull Down (6x6-8) DB Row (4x12) Chin ups (3x8-15) Deadlifts (3x8) Legs come into play with occasional HIIT work and calisthenics. Since I'm not looking to get super huge (165-70 max) and like wearing skinny jeans I don't work legs directly. I have pretty decent legs due to genetic anyway. The rep ranges aren't set in stone and I'll probably be modifying them a bit more as I learn. I'm currently doing PHAT and the exercises listed there, but it's a template so I wanted to try my hand at creating one myself. Any advice would be great! Thanks brahs! submitted by /u/DevonAero [link] [comments]
How can I stay Full throughout the day?!
How can I stay Full throughout the day?!Hi guys, been a lurker for a while in preparation to me working out again and getting exercise ideas. As the title says I am looking for a way to stay full throughout the day and not feel sluggish when I workout in doing so. Iv been eating "paleo like" the last 4 years, my wife has an actual gluten allergy so she has been doing it a much longer time. So I eat what she cooks. Sometimes too much obviously :D Anyways I just started working out again daily, been 2 years since I really worked out. Sad I know and no one to blame but myself for being lazy and finally the first time in my life being financially secure. So the issue, I have been pounding down lentils, high protein, and high fiber food to stay full but still come mid afternoon my body feels like it is starving. I don't know why and would love any tips anyone else has to stay full during the day. I usually consume around 2200 calories a day Some info, I'm 5"11 currently 260 lbs(hurts to say out loud) my body fat is at 26% from last week's measurements. I just started working out for about an hour and a half every morning. My job is very sedentary, I'm an Operations Manager for a firm so I sit in an office at a computer most of the time. Any tips on this would be helpful, I have read the wiki and such but nothing like this I found there. submitted by /u/Xopo1 [link] [comments]
Best "easy to eat" high calorie food when clean bulking?
Best "easy to eat" high calorie food when clean bulking?TL;DR: I get full too fast eating clean calories and I don't know how to solve this. I need advice on clean bulking foods that also has high calories. Potatoes and rice have so little calories compared to the massive fullness you get. I have the same problem with oatmeal. Yes, it is high in protein and is good for you. But you get so FULL from eating so little! The problem is basically - clean calorie foods makes me full too fast. I don't know why this is. I can eat a hamburger no problem, but an equal amount in potatoes or rice added to my dinner? I get full too fast. I've made good progress but made the swap from dirty bulking to clean bulking and this may seem like a weird problem but clean food is even harder to gain weight on. I always thought food like potatoes and rice had at least a moderate amount of calories but they are super low on it. When I found out how little calories there is in rice and potatoes I was shocked tbh. Sorry if this has been discussed before. I know I can google it but I'd rather have some advice from experience if you've had a similar problem. Eating the same amount of calories from a pizza in clean foods has proven a nightmare to me thus far. submitted by /u/Ouroboros612 [link] [comments]
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I need help & advice.
I need help & advice.I have been eating healthy, & exercising religiously for about 4 weeks. I am seeing progress, & I know I'm far from my final goal. But in high school when my metabolism was high & I was fit, I had this problem. I havE been trying to cut down on sodium... But my lower tummy juts out. when I eat, I look pregnant. No matter how much or little I eat. I have been working on my abs... But there isn't even a ton of fat there... any suggestions? submitted by /u/keen04 [link] [comments]
So, I Need To Switch Up My Routine. Trouble is...
So, I Need To Switch Up My Routine. Trouble is...Alright, so I've been going to the gym for almost 4 months now and while it's been fairly effective (I can lift around 100lbs now) trouble is the majority of my focus has been on the machines due to my lower back being fused. Obviously if I want to see more change in my body however, I need to switch things up, so whether it be other ways to use the machines, etc, your help will be greatly appreciated. submitted by /u/Tristan_Gabranth [link] [comments]
Questions about TSA Dumbbells...
Questions about TSA Dumbbells...Hi Fittit, I've been unable to find answers to a few questions I have and was hoping someone here could help me out. First Question: Does anyone know if TSA is an actual company and if so, are they still in existence? Second Question: Does anyone know what the TSA acronym stands for? From my previous attempts at finding the answer my best guesses are 'The Sports Authority' or 'The Strength Athlete' Third Question: Does anyone on this forum have 20lb or 15lb TSA hex dumbbells they want to sell? I would love to buy them from you to complete my set. Thank you in advance for any help you can provide. Seriously, google has failed me and I doubt there is a clear answer to questions 1 and 2. submitted by /u/travis_would [link] [comments]
How long would I need to cut?
How long would I need to cut?20/6'4/204lbs I lost a lot of weight last year by eating very low calories, and for quite awhile now (4-6 months) I've been back and forth not being able to decide whether to build muscle in a surplus or lose the remaining fat in a deficit. I estimate my body fat to be around 20%, and I just want to get it to around 12-15%. Maybe bulking is better for me, I'm not sure. But I don't think I'm mentally prepared for it. I feel so much fat on my stomach, love handles and lower back and I feel like I have to get rid of it before I go into a surplus again. I currently run a PPL program 6 days a week with about 5 miles of cycling 6 days a week. I am considering transitioning to a 5x5 program instead though, such as Fierce 5. http://imgur.com/a/PUdQj TL;DR - What do you think I should do? I want to cut, lose the remaining fat and get to around 12-15% body fat. How long do you reckon that would take? Thanks a lot submitted by /u/jughturt [link] [comments]
Could use a hand making sure my routine is decent.
Could use a hand making sure my routine is decent.Hey, was hoping for some help. I have an a/b split running right now. Want to make sure I'm not severely missing any muscle groups. And make sure I'm doing everything on a day that makes sense. I'm following the LP style of sets/reps. So 2x5 and 1 AMRAP and LP progression (5 lower body, 2.5 upper, doubled if reps over 10. Information requested in sticky: Male, 225, 5'11 26 Goals are to get stronger and, currently, lose weight. Once a satisfactory body fat % has been reached, will change to put on mass. Losing right now for a wedding. In terms of strength adding, I'm focusing on the squat right now as a big one. I was in a car accident that banged up my leg, and I'm currently taking it (annoyingly) slow, I sit at 135 before I start to get concerned about knee and ankle re-injury. Knee pain stems from patellofemoral, have gone through physio for it before. Past training, did SS and SL briefly, stopped both times by car accidents. Deadlift is higher than either time, squat is about the same. Additionally, might be helpful, all is done in a home gym. Cage with cable attachment, bench, adjustable dumbbells. So if suggestions are made, I might need to adapt to available equipment. A Landmine shoulder press, one arm (Barbell OHP hurts my shoulders, this feels better, but unsure if I'm hitting everything in the shoulder as I would for OHP. Additional lift required?) Lat Pulldown Hamstring curl Squats Shrugs Calf Raises Stretching B Bench Squatted Cable row Dumbbell curls Cable tricep pulldowns Hamstring curl (Do this twice as I discovered they are an extreme weak point) Deadlift (1x5) Stretching Offdays are hitting the heavy bag for some cardio. Potentially soon to be an elliptical. Goal is to have a rowing machine for off day cardio. Hope this is enough information! submitted by /u/sithari506 [link] [comments]
Unsweetened iced tea. Is it bad for me?
Unsweetened iced tea. Is it bad for me?I only drink water, black coffee, and unsweetened tea. Is unsweetened bad for me? Is it going to make a difference in my diet? submitted by /u/misterdabson [link] [comments]
Form check - low bar squat 5x220
Form check - low bar squat 5x220http://vid.me/Hv9o This was my second set out of three, so not too exhausted but not fresh either. I know this video is shitty and you can't even discern the bar path all that well, but the only thing near the squat rack is a preacher curl bench and I'm too autistic to ask someone to take a video of me. I really just want to know if there are any significant issues with the way I'm squatting. I know my torso angle is less vertical than a lot of people say is ideal, but it just seems to be the most comfortable way of squatting for me. After ~11 months of squatting, this has worked the best so far for me. I've been stretching my hamstrings out and not going as low as I was in order to clear up some butt wink, which seems to be gone. My elbows always seem higher than a lot of other people's but I have no idea how to get them lower or if it really matters. I can't keep a tight shelf if I try to rotate them forwards any more than they already are. Is it a mobility problem? Anyway, fire away with any potential issues. Thanks. submitted by /u/PreftigeWhore [link] [comments]
Deadlift form check (135, 225, 285)
Deadlift form check (135, 225, 285)I am having some trouble as my back rounds a bit no matter what I do. Im 6'8 and find it difficult to position the bar over the middle of my foot while keeping my shoulders directly over the bar without squatting down deep before the lift. Any ideas on what I can do to improve? I realized my shoulders were starting too far forward before my last set, so its better on my last set but im still rounding. 135 x 5. Https://youtu.be/wUUkfioGDZI 225 x 5. Https://youtu.be/_ZE67a9K6ts 285 x 5. Https://youtu.be/mydMCBfGHO8 285 x 5. Https://youtu.be/lEIo_m8G5RI submitted by /u/Pontiusont [link] [comments]
Squat, 1x10, 135 lbs (Form Check)
Squat, 1x10, 135 lbs (Form Check)On my third week of Alan Thrall's program. Link Any advice would be appreciated. submitted by /u/Karmaffin [link] [comments]
You guys think I should bulk or cut...keep switching between the 2 and it sucks.
You guys think I should bulk or cut...keep switching between the 2 and it sucks.http://imgur.com/a/kKF5t I keep switching between the 2. If I bulk, I feel fat and it sucks. If I cut, I just feel like I'm losing out building muscle/ losing muscle. I switched yesterday back to a clean bulk from 2 weeks of cutting so I'm really unsure what to do. I'm 17 around 163 lbs. submitted by /u/Curtis_ [link] [comments]
Should I keep squatting?
Should I keep squatting?I started working out last fall, most of my weights have doubled or tripled. On squats, my form has improved, but any time I try to do more than around 185, my back gets really hot, and later on that night and the next day hurts just to move. I feel like an old man. And with the stories of people and the horror of back injuries, it's kept me from doing them very often, or trying to up my weight on them when I do. I can do 800 on leg press, 135 good mornings, 200 leg extension. Really seems like something is going wrong on squats, and I hate to take the risk. Am I being overly cautious here? Should I just ignore the pain and push harder? Or should I play it safe and walk away from squats? submitted by /u/giant_red_lizard [link] [comments]
19 m looking to cut fat for a fight. Any advice welcome.
19 m looking to cut fat for a fight. Any advice welcome.Im preparing for my first ameture bout at boxing and I am trying to cut some weight im 5'11 or 1.524m and 12.2 stone 170 pounds. 77kg currently 16% body fat. trying to cut some weight for a fight I am training 6 nights a week (Sometimes 7 ) 1-2 hour long sessions a day and im going to be running every day also, why questions are how much should I be eating to cut weight and what defecit to maintain or atleast minimise mucle loss. Any advice is welcome and thank you. submitted by /u/johnblue3 [link] [comments]
Best recovery plan for powerlifting?
Best recovery plan for powerlifting?TL;DR: Didn't feel like lifting. 5x5 Squat seemed more fatigued and missed a 85% max of 425lbs. Need help on a recover plan. Today was leg day. I usually lift in the morning so that throughout my day I can burn calories while walking around campus. Normal routine: 315x10 warm-up. 405x5 set, 425x2 set, 405x5, 385x5, 315x10. Felt more fatigued with squats with about 20mins of stretching. I usually take 2-4 minutes of rest per set. Today seemed a bit off, and I scratched my second set of 425x2. Legs and lower back weaken and pump is not active throughout workout. Is there a way to have a weekly recover plan? I.e. stretching, running, diet, sleep cycles. Should I lay off squats for a bit? submitted by /u/Drukarya [link] [comments]
Combination of IF + Lifting
Combination of IF + LiftingHey everyone. I was wondering what you all thought about my current regimen. I understand that intermittent fasting with weightlifting generally falls under /r/leangains, but I feel as if I am at a place where I should focus on losing some general weight first. I am 24, 5' 10'', 217lbs. Not counting calories, but eating: 1. proteins: chicken, steak 2. carbs: brown rice, potatoes 3. veggies I fast from 8pm->12pm. The plan at the moment is to fit in three workouts split into: 1. chest/tri 2. back/bi 3. shoulder/legs While this may not be the most ambitious or strict plan, I just need to start somewhere. I am sitting at probably 24-25% BF, so I would just like to know if this would work to help me lose some weight. Any thoughts or advice is appreciated. Thanks! submitted by /u/_swiper [link] [comments]
GF and I are just about to start a 90 day weight loss challenge. advice would be great
GF and I are just about to start a 90 day weight loss challenge. advice would be greatWith about 10 people in the group the $20 buy in isn't that motivating. Having my girlfriend and I get healthy and maintain that healthy life style. Me:6ft 270lbs edit:Age 25 Her: 5'9 187lbs Edit Age 24 Diets: Me: Yoghurt (plain greek) in the morning. For lunch I have a trader joes greek salad w/o the dressing. Dinner has chicken or fish and vegigie or salad. Her: a couple hard boiled eggs for breakfast. Lunch some sort of salad. Dinner tofu and veg or fish and veg. WE both snack on carrots, peppers, cukes celery etc. Exercise: Me: I walk a mile to work and a mile back each day. I try to get out of the office and walking for at leaast 20 mins on lunch. When I get home i'll do some push ups, sit ups, arm curls and lunges. Her: Does some Gillian Michael tapes. Works with kids which keeps her on her feet. We will walk together after work sometimes. We also have a bike that we want to start using. Any tips, motivating words or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks! submitted by /u/maxxa1221 [link] [comments]
Great way to develop stamina for MMA practice?
Great way to develop stamina for MMA practice?I have been practicing muay thai and soon I'll start practicing jiu jitsu. It has been seven months since I started going to the gym but I still feel like I'm very bad at keeping up and I gas pretty quickly, even amongst people who are newer than me. What can I do so I can go in a good pace the whole time? Sorry if that's a stupid question but I didn't find anything in the wiki. submitted by /u/wyoss [link] [comments]
Form Check: Bar path not straight low bar squat
Form Check: Bar path not straight low bar squatHello, I am wondering if I should worry about my bar path in low bar squat. I think everything else about it looks fine besides the bar path. This is me doing 300 × 5. Bar path is similar even at lighter weights. I'm 5'11 192 pounds, max around 340. Thank you. Here's the video: https://vimeo.com/160687040 submitted by /u/hab47 [link] [comments]
Chicken and Lentil Stew: ~300cal, ~40g carbs, and ~30g protein
Chicken and Lentil Stew: ~300cal, ~40g carbs, and ~30g proteinHey /r/fitness. You all have helped me quite a bit, so when I made this stew the other week, I figured I'd share it. I came up with it because I'm trying to eat between 3100 and 3500 clean calories a day, and needed to make sure I had something quick and easy to eat when I get home from the gym in the evenings. Chicken and Lentil Stew The goods: Large crockpot (mine is 7 or 8 quarts) 1.25lbs chicken breast 1 cup dried split peas 1 cup lentils 1 large sweet potato (should be around 8-12oz) 1/2 onion 4c water 32oz beef or chicken stock 1/4c white wine Juice of 1/2 lemon 1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp pepper 2tbsp herbs de provence (can do without) 1/2 tsp cumin Salt to taste The process: Dice the chicken breast and onion. Chop the carrot and sweet potato into bite sized pieces. Add these to the crock pot, then add the lentils and peas. Add seasoning, except for salt. Add broth, wine, lemon juice, and water. Set to cook for longest duration possible (I use 10 hours). Add salt. Notes: You can also make this with stew beef, which I did the first time around. It was pretty good. If you use beef, definitely sub red wine in for white. Or, you might try chicken thighs if you want to up the fat content. Coupled with a sweet potato, this should get you in the neighborhood of 500-600 well balanced calories with a decent amount of fiber, according to MyFitnessPal. submitted by /u/maca77aq [link] [comments]
Am I the only male who goes through a bloat period of 1-2 weeks?
Am I the only male who goes through a bloat period of 1-2 weeks?I run/lift every day of the week and keep a pretty regular diet. I'm 6'2", 183lbs (normally). About once every 6 weeks I notice that I go through a period of 5-7 days where my intestines (I think?) get really bloated and I put on at least 3 extra pounds of water weight. My water and food intake stays the same but I urinate much less although I am not constipated. I can totally ramp up my running, drink TONS of water, and it makes no difference. I feel like I am carrying a freaking suitcase in my stomach. Finally, out of nowhere I just start urinating like crazy and I lose all the bloat. Please God, someone tell me someone else experiences this kind of crap so I don't think I am going insane here. submitted by /u/KCBassCadet [link] [comments]
Building a Physique with Shoulder Injuries?
Building a Physique with Shoulder Injuries?Hey y'all. Just wondering how you guys/gals have been holding up with major injuries & pushing through them. I have a torn labrum in my left shoulder & cannot lift heavy weight over my head & can barely do bench. I work out back/biceps/legs like crazy & just resort to lateral raises for my shoulders & upright rows. Chest machines help me go through chest day but it is also limited by my shoulder injury. Anybody have any progress results from something similar to this? Will my body be disproportioned if I don't work shoulders or chests on an equal level as my other parts? Thanks. submitted by /u/reigningnovice [link] [comments]
Finally reached a 300lb squat! (Female, 125lb bodyweight)
Finally reached a 300lb squat! (Female, 125lb bodyweight)My deadlift has always been my strong point, and I have posted here before about my deadlift (405lb pull found HERE), but I am finally getting my squat to catch up and am super excited! Now I just need to get my bench up more, and I will total 900lbs... VIDEO of 300lb Squat I misgrooved slightly (center of gravity was too far back) but it came up fine once i pushed myself back forward. As you can see I go full Beaker when I lift and I use my extra chins for added strength. I am 21 years old and 5'5. I currently am doing an upper/lower split. My routine has been all over the place the past few weeks, but when it is going as it is meant to it goes like this: ROUTINE Day 1: Deadlifts + legs 3 x 5 heavy sumo deadlifts (currently doing conventional to rehab my hip, will switch back to sumo in a few weeks) 2 x 3 paused sumo deadlifts at same weight 3 x 10-12 weighted hip thrust normal and paused medium weight squats to practice movement if there is time Day 2: REST Day 3: Chest + Triceps + shoulders Warm up to working weight with barbell bench press 3 x 5 slingshot bench using bands 3 x 5 close grip bench 3 x 5-10 weighted dips 5 x 5 Overhead press or Z-press Either 3 x 5 weighted pull ups or dumbbell row Day 4: Squats + legs Mix of medium-heavy squats, varied rep ranges 3 x 2-5 paused beltless squats 3 x 10 barbell good mornings 3 x 10-15 dumbbell goblet squats or 3 x 10 weighted front lunges Day 5: Chest + Triceps + shoulders (Same as Day 3) Warm up to working weight with barbell bench press 3 x 5 slingshot bench using bands 3 x 5 close grip bench 3 x 5-10 weighted dips 5 x 5 Overhead press or Z-press Either 3 x 5 weighted pull ups or dumbbell row REPEAT I dont follow any special diet. I just try and get at least 100g protein in a day. I am currently maintaining weight. I am not counting calories at the moment. I eat A LOT of dairy and whole milk. My next competition will be as part of Team USA at St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands in August. submitted by /u/Tovero [link] [comments]
Is it normal to gain 15 pounds of water weight from creatine?
Is it normal to gain 15 pounds of water weight from creatine?I've been taking creatine for about a month and a half. I never loaded with 20 grams and just take the recommended 2-5 grams daily. I went from 165 to 177 lbs submitted by /u/angry_african [link] [comments]
Supplement advice
Supplement adviceIv been going to the gym 3/4 times a week for the last 5-6 months and until recently Iv only been taking omega 3 6 9, a multivit and whey protein. (first two with breakfast and protein after a workout). I recently bought a box of different supplements (cant resist a sale) I was just wondering when it would be optimal to take these and if its even worth taking them? creatine BCAA HMB CLA submitted by /u/ilssiml [link] [comments]
Which fitness band do you own and why do you like it?
Which fitness band do you own and why do you like it?I am looking to buy a fitness band/watch to help me track my activity/steps etc. The market is saturated with products and I can't decide. Is there one that is considered the "best" submitted by /u/JustinKnowsBest [link] [comments]
Question on DB bench press form - is this a really bad idea?
Question on DB bench press form - is this a really bad idea?Hi everyone. I have a question about DB bench press form. I work out at home and all I have is a set of adjustable dumbbells, so I use them for all my lifts. One thing I've noticed though is that when I bench with regular form, it puts a little more stress on my shoulders than I'm comfortable with. I'm currently benching 180, which is heavy for me (6'0", 175 lbs, relative beginner), so discomfort when lifting is something I worry about because I don't want to mess up my joints or anything. So what I've started doing instead is taking advantage of the fact that dumbbells aren't attached to each other, and I've been lifting with my wrists facing slightly inward and my arms closer to my sides--almost like you would do with a military push-up. This makes benching a lot more comfortable for me, but I'm wondering if I might be screwing myself over in some other way that I can't see right now. Are there any downsides to benching this way? I'm thinking maybe lower gains, but I'm more afraid that I could end up hurting myself by doing it the "wrong" way, even though it feels a lot more comfortable. Thanks for any advice you all might have. submitted by /u/Tunba [link] [comments]
I started weightlifting again and I am making good progress. Here's what I do.
I started weightlifting again and I am making good progress. Here's what I do.I do six workouts a week. It seems like a lot, but they are quick! If I miss a day, I can double up pretty easily. No gym needed, I am using dumbbells and a weight bench at home. I do three different workouts twice a week: Chest/back: chest press, deadlifts, pushups, back flys, pec flys, one-arm row. Arms/legs: bicep curls, split squats, kickbacks, calf raises, wrist curls. Shoulders/core: shoulder press, oblique crunches, front raises, leg lifts, lat raises, standard crunches. Overall, 4 weeks in and I feel pretty great. I am increasing my strength and losing weight! submitted by /u/Alas-Earwigs [link] [comments]
Bodyspace app
Bodyspace appSo, I started Stoppani's Shortcut to Size today and am trying to track it with the BodySpace app since it is already "built in" and works pretty well. However, since I have to go back and look at past workouts, is there an easy way to view past logs? Or can someone recommend a better app? The official Shortcut to Size app doesn't offer logging as far as I can tell. I really don't want to go the own and paper route. submitted by /u/tge101 [link] [comments]
Form check DL -->~190-195x5
Form check DL -->~190-195x5https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1VSGKFNL0sRYXlEcGYwTWFBZGs/view?usp=sharing I posted one before with a similar weight, I think I improved in this one. I did 3 sets of 8 reps with the same weight before this. Former form check: https://www.reddit.com/r/Fitness/comments/4al5f6/deadlift_form_check_190x4_and_230x3/ submitted by /u/_andrespm [link] [comments]
Running Equivalent to swimming 400m? (Bronze Medallion training)
Running Equivalent to swimming 400m? (Bronze Medallion training)Hey r/fitness this is my first time posting here and my writing skills aren't amazing so please bare with me! So recently I've signed up to do my bronze medallion at a beach town that I'm moving to in July of this year and one of the requirements is to be able to swim 400m in 9 minutes. Unfortunately the place I'm currently living in is a bit of a dirty City that doesn't have much access to clean public pools or anything like that. If this is something that I'm going to attempt I want to be able to have the stamina to do it and because it's held at a beach the water conditions are a little bit harsher than a pool and also a little more unpredictable. Thankfully I do have a gym membership and access to a treadmill and other equipment so my question to you guys is what what sort of training should I be doing to prepare myself for this? is there a running equivalent to swimming 400m or will I have to do a number of different things? Thanks guys! submitted by /u/Eatdesnuts [link] [comments]
How do I get shoulders like this?
How do I get shoulders like this?http://imgur.com/3AgVHtz As far as I know this guy is natural. In his transformation video he looks huge but its apparently all angles and lighting because in videos he's significantly smaller, but still my goal physique. What exercises can I do to make my shoulders look like that? submitted by /u/Wheresmyaccount1121 [link] [comments]
Protein shake with rice
Protein shake with riceReassure me on IIFYM, it's pouring with rain where I live so can't get to the store for a protein source for lunch. Can I just have a protein shake and then have a big low-protein meal IIFMM? submitted by /u/pollsterwannacracker [link] [comments]
Going to gym for first time in 10 months
Going to gym for first time in 10 monthsHi y'all, Havent been to the gym since school got out last May. Heading back for my first proper workout since then tonight. I've gained weight since then (but it's mostly a good things, I was skinny). Any recommendations so this isnt a complete shit show? thanks submitted by /u/Jwkdude [link] [comments]
How bad is it that I eat a lot of bacon?
How bad is it that I eat a lot of bacon?I eat several packs a week. My favorite way to eat it is with waffles and maple syrup. I eat lots of other stuff too (other meats, as well as fruit, nuts, dairy, grains) but how bad is the bacon? submitted by /u/ObeseNeckbeard [link] [comments]
Best program to get strong AND fit? A good strength training and conditioning program?
Best program to get strong AND fit? A good strength training and conditioning program?I want to get into great shape... I don't just want to get muscles I want to be strong fit and healthy. Be able to run a marathon lift weights do bodyweigtht stuff you know. I'm 19 6'2 168lbs Im still kind of skinny fat love handles and lower back fat. I know SS isn't good for my goal so something that incorporated both strength and conditioning? submitted by /u/Bensuzy [link] [comments]
What is the best approach towards getting personal training to work on my form?
What is the best approach towards getting personal training to work on my form?I have looked at so many sites/videos but I have never been able to truly get my form well for barbell exercises (squat/deadlift/bench). I have tried to learn but it just isn't the same as having someone there. What would be your advice towards seeking personal training for this? I go to a college campus gym, and the training there is expensive (for me). Do you have any advice for someone seeking help, and are there other options out there? Thanks submitted by /u/tehlolredditor [link] [comments]
Does location of DOMS mean anything?
Does location of DOMS mean anything?I notice when I do chest day that the majority of my DOMS is in the bulk of tissue by my arm pit. Dunno if its pec minor alone, shoulder attachment stuff, or what. Saturday, for example, I did incline dumbbell, flat dumbbell, cable fly from high, and a few pushups just for good measure. submitted by /u/azdjedi [link] [comments]
So I picked up a pull-up bar and I'm not really sure what to do next.
So I picked up a pull-up bar and I'm not really sure what to do next.So I've never really attempt an exercise regimen before, but I'm approaching my mid 20's and i'd like to get into some sort of routine before my metabolism slows down. I picked up a bike for cardio. And a pull-up bar. I have no idea where to begin with the pull-up bar. I'd like to build a little bit of muscle definition in my arms, back and core, but I don't know what exercises would be good for that. Like I honestly don't even have any clue on what would be a decent amount of these exercises I should do a day to start seeing results. Like I'm pretty in the dark. If you could help me out with the basics I'd appreciate it. submitted by /u/JoeyGnome [link] [comments]
Myfitnesspal vs TDEE
Myfitnesspal vs TDEESo when i'm trying to calculate my daily calorie needs which would you say i should go off of? I've been using Myfitnesspal to help me keep track of my diet and stay at a deficit but i've read alot of people say TDEE is better to go off? Any help would be much appreciated submitted by /u/Houki420 [link] [comments]
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