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Fitness |OT5| Intermittent Farting, Wrist Curls and Hammer Strength Machine Spotters
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What am I reading? You started lifting weigths a couple of weeks ago and you're already considering anabolic steroids?
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Deleted member 47027
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What am I reading? You started lifting weigths a couple of weeks ago and you're already considering anabolic steroids?
ohh lawd. if you do, make sure to post progress pics. In for laughs.
they had a Buy 1 Get 1 Free 3lb buckets of ISOPure (best taste by far IMO) on GNC.com earlier. I missed it though
You never had that Trutein though.
Lovely Salsa
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What am I reading? You started lifting weigths a couple of weeks ago and you're already considering anabolic steroids?
Well I thought more like this
I wont be young forever, why not look ripped while still young? If you get perfect body after only a year of training
You should do it.
SquiddyCracker
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It's probably better to have it as a 2-year goal, if you have to have long-term goals.
But you need short-term goals that you can look forward to in the interim, and keep you motivated to continue with your new-found lifestyle.
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Getting the itch to try Craze. I'm not big on preworkout shit but...it sure looks appealing.
Lovely Salsa
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Short term goal? Like gaining strenght?
Do I look at my father to see if I have good genetics? Because that guy had abs and perfect body without going to gym at all well into his 30s
SquiddyCracker
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Your short-term goals can be aestethics-related, no prob.
Things like, adding on 1-2 inches to your arms/chest, reducing BF%, getting that V-taper general shape before you go for the shredded look.
As for genetics, you could be lucky to have inherited your dad's propensity for a great body, but that's a 50/50 shot at best (even if you got the relevant genes, they might not have been activated the same way, etc genetics stuff).
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Also since we're skirting around roids a little bit here, can anyone help shed some light on preworkout supplements that are sold by normal retailers that would get you DQed from competitions? Do these preworkout supps actually have anabolic steroids? How do you even tell? I need information - if I do end up taking a preworkout supplement I don't want it to be doing bad shit to me.
I do plan on using gear but not for another 2 years or even more, and in doing so, very carefully. That's for later though and absolutely not now.
I do plan on using gear but not for another 2 years or even more, and in doing so, very carefully. That's for later though and absolutely not now.
Lovely Salsa
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I thought I'd get that from the slow bulk Im doing now?
Lifting hard 3-4 times a week and gaining approx 2 kgs a month. Eating lots of protein and healthy food
It is good stuff whether you just want to focus or workout. Crazy stuff. I sometimes take 2 scoops preworkout but not everyday only when I'm beat.
SquiddyCracker
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I thought I'd get that from the slow bulk Im doing now?
Lifting hard 3-4 times a week and gaining approx 2 kgs a month. Eating lots of protein and healthy food
You will, but it will help you keep your motivation up to set short-term goals nonetheless.
Could be benching 1x your bodyweight, or 1.25, 1-2 inches to your arm/upper torso circumference, or attaining a shredded BF% of 12.
Potential huge news for me! As I stated, my GNC's stopped accepting my coupon for quest bars. Well today I ran into an acquaintance who claims he knows someone who works for quest and will sell him them at cost! He's finding out what cost is tonight. Fingers crossed!
None that I know of these days just make sure you check the label. This did happen a few years ago with iForce putting prohormones in supplements but they got the hammer.
This just in. Cooter to supply all of fitgafs Quest bar needs.
This is how I read that post.
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What in particular should I be looking for on the label? It's all so muddy to me - what IS considered a steroid or big shift and what isn't.
If you are buying it from a legit retailer I wouldn't worry. None of them are going to have anything like that in them. Best way to do it would be to get the list of banned substances and cross reference with hatever you are buying.
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Alright good - I was under the assumption people could get banned for the simplest shit. I'll do my homework. Thanks Blackflag
well fuck me for the last 2 weeks i've been getting this sharp pain in my outer knee when I run, and I did some research and found out it is ITBS (IT Band Syndrome)
Fuck it hurts
Anyone ever have this and resolved their problem? This suckkss
Go to the doc. Had a problem with my outer knee while running and it was just (i dont know the english term) "fibula head". The doc just clicked it in and the problem was solved.
RumblingRosco
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Any recommendations for a brand of creatine monohydrate? Haven't used creatine in years and decided, now that I've been on the wagon for a solid 6 months, I'll allow myself to start using creatine again.
I'm just looking for something with nothing extra added , flavorless, maybe easy to dissolve. Just whatever is the cheapest and fits that bill at GNC/my local store is good I expect, but was wanting to check-in with FitGAF.
I'm just looking for something with nothing extra added , flavorless, maybe easy to dissolve. Just whatever is the cheapest and fits that bill at GNC/my local store is good I expect, but was wanting to check-in with FitGAF.
Sure you can. If he says no show him your spatula.
FallingEdge
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Glad you like it. I am going to order the grape or orange next. It is going to be delicious.
900 calorie post workout meal
Who said its hard to eat lots of food
That looks amazing too.
First day back to the gym. Feel great. All this eating and lifting. I love it. Cutting down to ~12% fucked up my libido =/ But I'm back babyyyyyyyyyy
Ha! That is a mean spatula!
Host Samurai
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Try it. If I wasn't stocked with the old Jack3d for the next 4 months i'd give it a shot myself.
My friend just sent me some A-HD, which is a mild test booster that you can buy at GNC or any supplement store . I've been taking it with my Jack3d in the AM before my workouts. Been taking it for 2 days and already feel it. I have another about 3 1/2 weeks left but if I like the results I will go on an 8 week cycle. Its suppose to harden and dry you up. So far so good.
Yeahhhh buddy. Nothing beats Korean BBQ chicken thighs.
Time for you to bulk up to monster levels.
Sure. Foam rolling and rubber ball massage on trigger points in your thigh and glute muscles. Stretches for those muscles also helps. As does getting a balanced strength level in your legs (if you are quad dominant, you need to train your hamstrings more and vice versa).
It's not very difficult to fix by yourself, but the massages will HURT!
HisshouBuraiKen
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You cut all the way down to 12%? Gat damn, where did you start and how long did it take? I'm sure you already posted pics somewhere.
My goal is to hit about that by the end of October, 'cuz I'm going on a cruise and I wanna look good in my vacation pics. Gonna start doing cardio once a week in addition to lifting to try and speed things up a bit.
Future PhaZe
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900 calorie post workout meal
Who said its hard to eat lots of food
three cut up 8oz chicken breasts with seasoning and rice?
haunted_taco
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naw i see some dark meat in there.
9oz of thighs, 2 cups rice/quinoa
FallingEdge
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I love KBBQ. So goooooooood!
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=71461066&postcount=324
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=69142991&postcount=19324
There is a very good chance that I am not 12%. I just been measuring the same way and that is what the calculator/calipers determined my bf as. I feel that I am close to that though.
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Ill keep an eye out for A-HD. Thanks for the heads up.
FallingEdge
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It is one of those things where once you stop taking it, you lose your gains?
Guessing this is good for cooking?. Def considering getting some since dhftns has so many protein based recipes. Would probably get vanilla but white chocolate sounds delcious too.
Host Samurai
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I hope not. But looks like I will be the test subject. Keep in mind I am also eating a very clean diet. I am sure the results would be different if somebody was bulking more on this.
FallingEdge
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I cook using vanilla ON all the time. Can't speak for the other ones.
What were the other sites that were linked for good protein recipes? dhftns and there were two other ones
kk. Let me know. Interested to hear what you have to say.
Bookmarked Twofold's post for reference.
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=60999017&postcount=12126
Also boo they're all sold out and apparently 2 coupons stacked so $35 for 5lbs.
SpaceBridge
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Hey guys, looking for some opinions.
Ive been training at home with dumbells, barbell and a bench for the past 5 months. Ive seen some great gains but I think Ive hit a plateau with the diversity of workouts im limited to so I am now considering joining a gym.
I also fell in love with cables machines after using a hotel gym when I went on vacation.
So, Im debating between the local YMCA or Goodlife Fitness (a Canadian chain of gyms). They both have their pro's and con's. I tried out the Y on a weekly pass and really liked it. Unfortunately because they close at 11PM on weekdays I couldnt get to it after work (I work shift work sometimes). I liked the affordability of the Y, the fact Im not "locked" into a contract per se, and I liked the general diversity of the crowds which ranges from level headed gym rats to old people. Some things I didnt like were the hours, the general upkeep (the weight room was a mess at 10 pm one night) and the distance from my home.
Theres a 24hours/7 days a week Goodlife a five min walk away which is really convenient. I signed up for a consultation and 3 day trial so Im eager to compare crowds and facility. Reading online about this particular location though worries me. Its located in the heart of condo development so apparently theres alot of yuppies and post-hipsters. I also read that there are many douche bags types grunting and showing off to the ladies in LuLu Lemon pants. I also read its a smaller facilitate and during peak times you may have to wait for a machine or even a bench.
Ive also read that they are very pressure oriented to get you to sign up for additional costs which Im not interested in. I just want access to the equipment. On the positive, reviews rave about the cleanliness and advanced equipment.
What do you guys think and what ha been your experiences?
Thanks in advance.
Ive been training at home with dumbells, barbell and a bench for the past 5 months. Ive seen some great gains but I think Ive hit a plateau with the diversity of workouts im limited to so I am now considering joining a gym.
I also fell in love with cables machines after using a hotel gym when I went on vacation.
So, Im debating between the local YMCA or Goodlife Fitness (a Canadian chain of gyms). They both have their pro's and con's. I tried out the Y on a weekly pass and really liked it. Unfortunately because they close at 11PM on weekdays I couldnt get to it after work (I work shift work sometimes). I liked the affordability of the Y, the fact Im not "locked" into a contract per se, and I liked the general diversity of the crowds which ranges from level headed gym rats to old people. Some things I didnt like were the hours, the general upkeep (the weight room was a mess at 10 pm one night) and the distance from my home.
Theres a 24hours/7 days a week Goodlife a five min walk away which is really convenient. I signed up for a consultation and 3 day trial so Im eager to compare crowds and facility. Reading online about this particular location though worries me. Its located in the heart of condo development so apparently theres alot of yuppies and post-hipsters. I also read that there are many douche bags types grunting and showing off to the ladies in LuLu Lemon pants. I also read its a smaller facilitate and during peak times you may have to wait for a machine or even a bench.
Ive also read that they are very pressure oriented to get you to sign up for additional costs which Im not interested in. I just want access to the equipment. On the positive, reviews rave about the cleanliness and advanced equipment.
What do you guys think and what ha been your experiences?
Thanks in advance.
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