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[Darren870]

I've found that even when machines have interval options, their intervals tend to be too long.

Yea, they had it at my old gym. It was nice as you just hit a button and it would switch between your two speeds.

It seemed to be smoother as I didn't have to hold the speed down button.

Anyways, you can really do HIIT with anything. I do it while working out my legs every other week.

 

[Petrie]

4 plates? Goddam. I will be at three plates in a couple of weeks. What's your cut like?

I mentioned it on the last page but:

So hard to figure out how much to eat now that I have an office job instead of waiting tables and bartending. I'm cutting so my baseline has been 1500 with 250 more on lifting days, but part of me thinks that might be too low given my lean muscle/bodysize. I'm not starving throughout the day, but I could definitely eat more. 5'10 and 175lbs or so for reference if anyone has input.

I do eat more if I do any cardio, even if its just a long walk.

I haven't been super strict, I cheat when it tickles my fancy, like a few slices of pizza last night after my girl's softball game. My low back has always been a strong point for me along with legs, so my deads have suffered less while cutting. Lots of Quest bars, chicken, some rice, and trying to keep my eating to an 8-10 hour window eat day. No breakfast.

I am using straps for these pulls as chalk is still discouraged at my gym. Trying to fix that though.

 

[ezrarh]

395x1 on my Deads today while continuing my cut, down to 175lbs.

Next cycle I attack 4 plates. I feel like a beast!

Can't wait.

Beastly man. Once you get to 4 plates, you're allowed to grunt!

 

[abuC]

I remembered why I don't eat breakfast, I had 3 eggs, turkey bacon on an onion bagel and right now I feel more hungry than I would on an empty stomach post workout.


I make bad food decisions after I have breakfast, my body says "I like that, lets get some more!"

 

[chrisisawesome]

395x1 on my Deads today while continuing my cut, down to 175lbs.

Next cycle I attack 4 plates. I feel like a beast!

Can't wait.

Holy shit thats amazing, and especially for your size!

Did you start deadlifting long ago?

I recently picked it up since my lower back was disastrously weak causing me back pains after STANDING for short periods of time. I started at around 95lbs and a month later am at 185x5. Now its starting to get much harder to increase.

 

[Cooter]

I remembered why I don't eat breakfast, I had 3 eggs, turkey bacon on an onion bagel and right now I feel more hungry than I would on an empty stomach post workout.


I make bad food decisions after I have breakfast, my body says "I like that, lets get some more!"

This is so very true! I made eggs for my kids this morning and one didn't finish them. I didn't eat them for the reason you stated. It really does make a big difference.

 

[Splash Wave]

I'm approaching 300 on my squat (!), and I seem to be getting some consequent knee pain. My problem, I think, stems from the fact that I keep my knees to narrow--does anyone have a good video illustrating how far out my knees should be?

edit: I have the SS book, but a video can often be more illustrative of proper form.

 

[andycapps]

How and where exactly do you guys do your HIIT training? I have no idea how to go about incorporating it into my routine. My gym has all the standard cardio equipment (treadmill, elliptical, step-climber, etc) but no running track.

When I do it, it's outside. Lot of treadmills couldn't handle a full sprint and the acceleration isn't really fast enough unless you stand on the sides while it gets going and then jump on. And that's pretty dangerous, so don't try it.

 

[ezrarh]

Alternatively, a 25m to 50m long hill would also work for HIIT.

 

[Zoe]

Ellipticals are good for HIIT because you can change the resistance and (sometimes) incline. The speed is all you.

 

[Khalifa Jayy]

I see that the GNC membership is free if you spend 10$ online. Is it possible to do this at a store?

Yup.

Finally tried the Quest bars... Apple Pie > all others. Holy shit there's no way it can be good for you. It's delicious. Choc. Chip Cookie Dough is ok. Brownie is clearly below these two. I'm gonna try Peanut Butter Supreme today. Excited for that flavor.

 

[abuC]

This is so very true! I made eggs for my kids this morning and one didn't finish them. I didn't eat them for the reason you stated. It really does make a big difference.

It sucks, cause sometimes I'm not really hungry but would like to get breakfast with someone and if I do my stomach isn't satisfied until it's had 3 squares. You have more will power than me, I would have tore through those unfinished eggs like no tomorrow.

 

[FallingEdge]

Yeah I may not be hungry but once I start eating, the flood gates open.

 

[SeanR1221]

395x1 on my Deads today while continuing my cut, down to 175lbs.

Next cycle I attack 4 plates. I feel like a beast!

Can't wait.

Nice job my man!!!

 

[grumble]

How and where exactly do you guys do your HIIT training? I have no idea how to go about incorporating it into my routine. My gym has all the standard cardio equipment (treadmill, elliptical, step-climber, etc) but no running track.

I use a rowing machine. Best form of cardio IMO (of standard machines), and perfect for HIIT.

 

[ReadingRambo]

Tonight's menu:

Frosted Stawberry Poptarts
Cinnamon Toast Crunch
Ben and Jerry's Americone Dream
Pan Pizza

All of my lifts went perfectly this week as far as progression. Feeling awesome right now.

 

[Cooter]

Tonight's menu:

Frosted Stawberry Poptarts
Cinnamon Toast Crunch
Ben and Jerry's Americone Dream
Pan Pizza

All of my lifts went perfectly this week as far as progression. Feeling awesome right now.

Solid list there my friend. Enjoy! You've earned it.

 

[Petrie]

Holy shit thats amazing, and especially for your size!

Did you start deadlifting long ago?

I recently picked it up since my lower back was disastrously weak causing me back pains after STANDING for short periods of time. I started at around 95lbs and a month later am at 185x5. Now its starting to get much harder to increase.

Started them when I began SS back in July of 2011. Reset to work on form 6 months back. Best decision I could have made, even if it meant leaving my ego at the door and dropping the numbers substantially for a bit.

Small progress is still progress. You'll be pulling huge numbers before you know it. I remember when 275 seemed unattainable.

 

[sqwarlock]

Yup.

Finally tried the Quest bars... Apple Pie > all others. Holy shit there's no way it can be good for you. It's delicious. Choc. Chip Cookie Dough is ok. Brownie is clearly below these two. I'm gonna try Peanut Butter Supreme today. Excited for that flavor.

Apple pie really is the best flavor. The chunks of apples really send it over the top.

 

[chrisisawesome]

Started them when I began SS back in July of 2011. Reset to work on form 6 months back. Best decision I could have made, even if it meant leaving my ego at the door and dropping the numbers substantially for a bit.

Small progress is still progress. You'll be pulling huge numbers before you know it. I remember when 275 seemed unattainable.

Thanks for the info! Yea I'm definitely trying to work on my form because I know that my lower back is already problematic, and deadlifts done wrong are a surefire way to screw myself even more in the long run!

 

[Mully]

395x1 on my Deads today while continuing my cut, down to 175lbs.

Next cycle I attack 4 plates. I feel like a beast!

Can't wait.

Fuck yeah man.

 

[Petrie]

Thanks for the info! Yea I'm definitely trying to work on my form because I know that my lower back is already problematic, and deadlifts done wrong are a surefire way to screw myself even more in the long run!

So long as you realize form is more important than numbers you're on the right track. Even though Shogun and I started out at similar times, he is way beyond me, and that's ok. You're only competing with yourself. Are you better than you were yesterday? Last week? Last month? Then you are killing it.


Thanks for the encouragement guys above. It really does keep me going. I don't know where I'd be without these threads.

 

[PBY]

Just got SSed. Got told by a dude that my routine was bs (which it might be lol), but then said I should do SS.


I was doing 10 rep bench @ 260, he was doing 3x5 of 155. Best of luck for the dude, but damn I hate when ppl try and coach me. Mind ur own routine lol.

 

[Noema]

Just got SSed. Got told by a dude that my routine was bs (which it might be lol), but then said I should do SS.


I was doing 10 rep bench @ 260, he was doing 3x5 of 155. Best of luck for the dude, but damn I hate when ppl try and coach me. Mind ur own routine lol.

He didn't get the memo that explained that the first "S" in SS stands for "Starting". What a tool.

I always recommend SS to novices, but if someone is benching 260lb for sets of 10, well, that's sort of the definition of "not a novice".

 

[Tash]

You can do it fine on cardio equipment. Some people say it is preferable.

I do elliptical 1 minute on 1 minute off(20 minutes worth). Use an app on my phone that will play a sound in my headphones on interval switches.

I am using an iOS app called "seconds" pretty cool since you can create your own intervals and assign your own music to sets or even single workout parts. Pretty awesome for my walking lunges/jumping rope switch sequences.

I only use cardio machines for long steady cardio and I prefer the stair climber since my legs are my weakest part overall. For HIIT I use jumping ropes, lunges, burners and other stuff in short intervals of 30 to max 90 secs alternating.

 

[Petrie]

Just got SSed. Got told by a dude that my routine was bs (which it might be lol), but then said I should do SS.


I was doing 10 rep bench @ 260, he was doing 3x5 of 155. Best of luck for the dude, but damn I hate when ppl try and coach me. Mind ur own routine lol.

You're doing 10 reps at 265, how does someone not realize you're beyond a beginner routine at that point?

 

[Tash]

He didn't get the memo that explained that the first "S" in SS stands for "Starting". What a tool.

I always recommend SS to novices, but if someone is benching 260lb for sets of 10, well, that's sort of the definition of "not a novice".

Got SS on my kindle today (the third edition thingie) and will get on it. Still following the 3 month plan. From what I can see the exercises are all what rippetoe talks about too. I am a sucker for theory and facts behind stuff, though. I like tony dear stand what and why I am doing something.

 

[Cooter]

You're doing 10 reps at 265, how does someone not realize you're beyond a beginner routine at that point?

Maybe he's 7'2 and 350lbs? Then it's not very impressive! Haha

 

[Noema]

Got SS on my kindle today (the third edition thingie) and will get on it. Still following the 3 month plan. From what I can see the exercises are all what rippetoe talks about too. I am a sucker for theory and facts behind stuff, though. I like tony dear stand what and why I am doing something.

SS is the best book on the subject. And you don't have to do SS (the program) to make use of SS (the book). I was done with SS over a year ago and I still consult the book almost every day. For example, today I reread most of the OHP chapter during my commute since today was 5/3/1 press day. There's always something new to learn from it; it's so rife with data. It's almost like a textbook in its density.

I absolutely adore that book and it should be required reading for everyone who is interested in barbells. I also wholeheartedly recommend "Practical Programming for Strength Training".

 

[Noema]

Maybe he's 7'2 and 350lbs? Then it's not very impressive! Haha

I wonder how Gregor Clegane AKA The Mountain that Rides would do in a powerlifting competition.

 

[ZeroRay]

Ate practically no carbs before going to the gym.

First time I felt sick doing squats in a long ass time. Still finished my sets doe.

I wonder how Gregor Clegane AKA The Mountain that Rides would do in a powerlifting competition.

^Doesn't he swing around a 100+ pound greatsword with ease? Dude's a freak. (So is the guy who played him in S1)

And apparently Westeros has better nutrition than most places today considering the abundance of seven footers there.

 

[Noema]

And apparently Westeros has better nutrition than most places today considering the abundance of seven footers there.

Dem Lemoncakes.

 

[Brolic Gaoler]

Fucking shit this vest is an ass kicker. Using 55lbs for a mile now. Shit breaks you off on the day after squat day, lol.

 

[Imm0rt4l]

I remembered why I don't eat breakfast, I had 3 eggs, turkey bacon on an onion bagel and right now I feel more hungry than I would on an empty stomach post workout.


I make bad food decisions after I have breakfast, my body says "I like that, lets get some more!"

I know this feel too well. I am fucking insatiable. This is why I was digging IF, since I'll get theopportunity to eat again sooner than I otherwise would eating early mornings.


Anybody know good ways to make cottage cheese taste good? I put some in the blender wit some on peanut butter, a frozen banana, milk and a little chocolate. I was too cheap to buy some whey so I'm on dat struggle protein shake.

 

[PBY]

Fucking shit this vest is an ass kicker. Using 55lbs for a mile now. Shit breaks you off on the day after squat day, lol.

You just walk in it? I wonder if I could do that in NYC lol.

 

[Brolic Gaoler]

You just walk in it? I wonder if I could do that in NYC lol.

I do, yep and I called the local PD first to let them know what I was wearing and what it looks like. They STILL have driven past me the last few times I walk in it.

 

[SeanR1221]

I do, yep and I called the local PD first to let them know what I was wearing and what it looks like. They STILL have driven past me the last few times I walk in it.

Mommy! The scary giant is out with his vest again!

 

[dejay]

I know this feel too well. I am fucking insatiable. This is why I was digging IF, since I'll get theopportunity to eat again sooner than I otherwise would eating early mornings.


Anybody know good ways to make cottage cheese taste good? I put some in the blender wit some on peanut butter, a frozen banana, milk and a little chocolate. I was too cheap to buy some whey so I'm on dat struggle protein shake.

Whey's going to cost you a lot less than cottage cheese per gram of protein. But I used to love cottage cheese and pineapple.

 

[PBY]

I do, yep and I called the local PD first to let them know what I was wearing and what it looks like. They STILL have driven past me the last few times I walk in it.

Damn lol. That was pretty smart calling up the PD.

Maybe I'll just get one and treadmill (ugh) with it.

 

[equap]

what's a good supplement to take (in pill form) before working out to prevent muscle soreness??

 

[ReadingRambo]

what's a good supplement to take (in pill form) before working out to prevent muscle soreness??

Can you put "manning up" in a pill now?

 

[equap]

Can you put "manning up" in a pill now?

you can put anything in pill form now.

 

[Noema]

Anybody know good ways to make cottage cheese taste good? I put some in the blender wit some on peanut butter, a frozen banana, milk and a little chocolate. I was too cheap to buy some whey so I'm on dat struggle protein shake.

Try it with cantaloupe.

 

[Brolic Gaoler]

Holy shit at this political leanings = body strength thread.

Damn lol. That was pretty smart calling up the PD.

Maybe I'll just get one and treadmill (ugh) with it.

Not really "smart" I work in law enforcement. I just knew it was the right thing to do, haha.

 

[Cooter]

Holy shit at this political leanings = body strength thread.

I warned you Shogun. Stay clear. These are the threads mods like to ban people from and then we'd be without our thread captain!

 

[Brolic Gaoler]

I warned you Shogun. Stay clear. These are the threads mods like to ban people from and then we'd be without our thread captain!

Eh, I'm no captain. And it's happened before I have strong opinions. That thread just makes me.

Sometimes this forum just seems simply TOO liberal.

 

[rando14]

I know this feel too well. I am fucking insatiable. This is why I was digging IF, since I'll get theopportunity to eat again sooner than I otherwise would eating early mornings.


Anybody know good ways to make cottage cheese taste good? I put some in the blender wit some on peanut butter, a frozen banana, milk and a little chocolate. I was too cheap to buy some whey so I'm on dat struggle protein shake.

Eat it with scrambled eggs and salsa.

Lunch of champions

 

[Cooter]

Eh, I'm no captain. And it's happened before I have strong opinions. That thread just makes me.

Sometimes this forum just seems simply TOO liberal.

I try to stay clear of them. Been banned many times and half the times I don't even know what post caused it. I lean right on fiscal policy and guns. Socially I'm pretty damn left. This place makes me feel like Sean Hannity and the insults don't ever seem to stop. Yeah, that thread is frustrating.

And you damn well are the thread captain! Don't give me that shit! You don't have to proclaim it but I will.

 

[moocow]

Anybody know good ways to make cottage cheese taste good? I put some in the blender wit some on peanut butter, a frozen banana, milk and a little chocolate. I was too cheap to buy some whey so I'm on dat struggle protein shake.

I usually dice up some apples or strawberry into it. Sometimes I just mix in a bit of honey instead. That actually makes it taste pretty decent.

 

[Imm0rt4l]

Whey's going to cost you a lot less than cottage cheese per gram of protein. But I used to love cottage cheese and pineapple.

Thanks I didn't even bother looking at the big picture.

Eat it with scrambled eggs and salsa.

Lunch of champions

This sounds delicious, gonna do this tomorrow.