FallingEdge
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Tyvm all for the comments. Been busy with the new job these past two days and really do appreciate all the kind words.
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Fitness |OT7| #Swelfies, Trap Lords, and Quadzilla
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DUFFMCWALIN
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Old, shitty tank tops and cut offs.
Great King Bowser
Property of Kaz Harai
Nowadays it's the Under Armour Superman compression shirt. Can't help but wanna lift when wearing it!
Psychotext
Member
Usually shorts and Dri-FIT (or similar) tops. On leg day I go compression shorts as my shorts sometimes get in the way on lunges etc.
I've gotten to the point where I don't much like wearing compression tops to work out in as they're accentuating my stomach "bulk".
I've gotten to the point where I don't much like wearing compression tops to work out in as they're accentuating my stomach "bulk".
Arrowgigantic
Member
Champion C9's from Target. They're $6.
Even if the gym was totally packed I had absolutely awesome work out today. I didn't need to even wait for anything since I managed to do my sets in between some random lad all the time.
I actually felt useful at the gym as well, since I talked to a very nice girl about her Romanian deadlifts and I am fairly sure she will now stop rounding her back and her posture got a whole lot better. Also first time someone (the random lad I mentioned earlier) asked me to hand him his weights and spot for him, which was a bit stressful. Thank gods he wasn't using anything too heavy.
...and that Burger and fries is most likely a bit more than my two days daily intake. Wow.
I must admit that all of you in here have totally changed my attitudes towards the big bad wolves I see at the gym.
Also I remember I was talking with one gaffer on Xbox like a week ago and he was genuinely surprised that I actually play games and even more surprised that I was playing BF4. He said I don't sound like that kind of a person at all.
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I also totally love their musics. I feel you there.
You look like a total hero in that though!
You are a sweetheart.
I actually felt useful at the gym as well, since I talked to a very nice girl about her Romanian deadlifts and I am fairly sure she will now stop rounding her back and her posture got a whole lot better. Also first time someone (the random lad I mentioned earlier) asked me to hand him his weights and spot for him, which was a bit stressful. Thank gods he wasn't using anything too heavy.
I might need to try it with the bench then. I wouldn't have even thought of it without you. Thank you.
...and that Burger and fries is most likely a bit more than my two days daily intake. Wow.
Hahah, I love it. People in here are just genuinely awesome like that.
I must admit that all of you in here have totally changed my attitudes towards the big bad wolves I see at the gym.Also I remember I was talking with one gaffer on Xbox like a week ago and he was genuinely surprised that I actually play games and even more surprised that I was playing BF4. He said I don't sound like that kind of a person at all.
You are really strenghtening my totally unrealistic stereotypes about Norwegians.
Zelda games are one of the only reason I miss Nintendo. One of my favourite series for sure. I admit that I still play NES, N64 and Gamecube just to replay them.
I won Majora's Mask limited edition pack with all the extra stuff like posters and t-shirt back then and I remember that even my teacher at high school was so excited about it that I didn't need to do any homework for a week (my friend who I always played with was so jealous
).I also totally love their musics. I feel you there.
Even if I don't generally like text shirts (especially with the word bitch in them), I kinda liked that one. Perhaps when (if) I will have a body that is worth it, I might check it out.
Hahah, you're the man!
That isn't big, not even extra big - that is huge.
That is very convincing. You make that tank top look really good.
Bloody hell. That was amazing. Now I am hungry...
I am still in the stage where I need to pull another t-shirt over my compression shirt. Ugh, that belly.
You look like a total hero in that though!
Anyone?
Don't do cardio, don't ask a PT, the OP tells you all you need.
holy fucking gainz Batman.
Psychotext
Member
Bollocks... busy with work and completely forgot to post.
Tour of Sufferlandria - Day Five Complete
Was really worried when I started this. For some reason the warmup section of this hammered my legs. I've always had a problem with over unders and this was not the way to start out. Luckily I rallied a bit and other than being generally knackered at the end, I managed OK.
No records today though, and I doubt any to come.
Angels
http://www.trainerroad.com/cycling/rides/1568888-Sufferfest-Angels-2015
4 days to go, heart and lungs still really good. Not feeling tired. Legs are getting wrecked though. As much as I hate them I may try and get a massage before the hell of day eight.
Tour of Sufferlandria - Day Five Complete
Was really worried when I started this. For some reason the warmup section of this hammered my legs. I've always had a problem with over unders and this was not the way to start out. Luckily I rallied a bit and other than being generally knackered at the end, I managed OK.
No records today though, and I doubt any to come.
Angels
http://www.trainerroad.com/cycling/rides/1568888-Sufferfest-Angels-2015
4 days to go, heart and lungs still really good. Not feeling tired. Legs are getting wrecked though. As much as I hate them I may try and get a massage before the hell of day eight.
theytookourjobz
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Had an awesome back session with a ton of shrugs and snatch pulls.
http://imgur.com/efhWZp7
http://imgur.com/WhbvebL
http://imgur.com/efhWZp7
http://imgur.com/WhbvebL
Pancakes
hot, steaming, as melted butter slips into the cracks, drizzled with sticky sweet syrup OH GOD
I just got Rocky Road and it tastes pretty great. I had a double chocolate flavor from a different brand and absolutely hated it. This one has no after taste but does feel pretty sweet.
Thanks for your opinions. I was thinking of going with Double Rich Chocolate again to be safe, but looks like I might give Mocha Cappuccino a try because I love the taste of coffee.
Noema! How have you been?
ohhthegore
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ohhthegore
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Looking strong, bro
It's probably the fight-or-flight response to carrying a heavy weight on your back that makes the sympathetic nervous system go berserk. Like, even when deadlifting heavy weight it's a different sensation because you are holding it in your hands and you can let go at any time. You don't get that oppressive feeling. Not to mention there's probably no other exercise out there that can allow you to move as much weight through such a long range of motion. Figures that the best exercise in the world is also the hardest.
The latter, but I'm not so sure my bodytype will allow me to do so.
What do you mean your body type? There's only two bodytypes as far as I'm concerned: weak and strong. You want the latter.
By this I mean, I suggest you concern yourself with getting strong and your body will take care of the rest.
Ivan A Nguyen
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I want to buy a funny lifting shirt that I can wear to the gym, but I don't have a clue where to look. Any favorites out there for gaffers?
ohhthegore
Member
Awwwww yes motha fuckin Noema back in the house dropping truth bombs.
theytookourjobz
Junior Member
Thanks brother. I'd trade a few of my gains for your beard tho.
Psychotext
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Really not sure I'm going to be able to cope with day six of the tour later. Thanks to work shite I ended up staying up until 5am working then had to get up again four hours later.
Totally wrecked.
Totally wrecked.
Well, I think he's planning to trim his beard. Maybe we can take some of his trimmings to make our own awesome beard.
Dude, I was 5'9", 135 lbs until college. I put on 35-40 lbs of muscle in a couple years while keeping my BF down in the 8%-9% range. You have to eat a lot, make some sacrifices with your diet, and give it time, but it can be done.
ohhthegore
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http://store.nike.com/us/en_us/pd/p...hort-sleeve-crew-shirt/pid-457759/pgid-960176
These are my gym shirts, bunch of different colors. Got them when they dropped to $20.
These are my gym shirts, bunch of different colors. Got them when they dropped to $20.
DUFFMCWALIN
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I got 175 x 1 at OHP today. Couldn't get a second. Anyone have any tips on getting stronger on this lift? My hands are in and I have no shoulder pain, I just feel weak.
elbows in front and squeezing the bar, core, and glutes helps me.
DUFFMCWALIN
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I usually get the large majority of my calories at night and as I walked past a mirror shirtless right before bed last night I looked like I was 5 months pregnant. The struggle is real! Must push on. The PRs are THE only thing driving me might now. I think I have a legitimate shot at hitting 1400 in the big three at the end of this bulk.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
All 4? Yeah eventually. Right now I'm sitting at 485 squat 410bench 615 dead and 280 strict Ohp.
If the OHP is allowed to be a push press or log press then even easier.
That's insane. Almost a ton, from four lifts. I hope you get there, man.
Age: 23
Height: 5'9
Weight: 120
Goal: 140
Current Training Schedule: To be Mon-Wed-Fri
Current Training Equipment Available: Squat rack, Bench
Comments: Starting SS and changing diet
How anal do I need to be about micronutrients and vitamins if I'm just starting out?
I'm trying to focus on increasing caloric intake, water intake and fiber intake as well as making sure to eat lots of veggies.. is that enough for a beginner? What else should I be concerned with in terms of nutrition for someone new?
Height: 5'9
Weight: 120
Goal: 140
Current Training Schedule: To be Mon-Wed-Fri
Current Training Equipment Available: Squat rack, Bench
Comments: Starting SS and changing diet
How anal do I need to be about micronutrients and vitamins if I'm just starting out?
I'm trying to focus on increasing caloric intake, water intake and fiber intake as well as making sure to eat lots of veggies.. is that enough for a beginner? What else should I be concerned with in terms of nutrition for someone new?
Hey man, how soon do you hope to accomplish that goal? 20 lbs of weight gain on your frame will not be easy or quick. As always, focus on compound lifts and NOT on cardio (which you seem to be doing). Use the calorie website in the OP to determine your caloric intake (and macros) and what you need to consume in order to gain what you want to gain. For at least a month, track what goes into your body, to determine if your baseline #s are accurate.
Have a multi-vitamin and an OMEGA-3 pill if you want but don't go nuts. I have those two and a super-b complex every day, but they aren't necessary.
You mention veggies but not protein and fat. You're trying to put on size, no? Your diet will need a lot more than extra veggies. Drink a ton of whole milk, eat a ton of eggs, have a lot of cheat meals (basically, eat whatever the fuck you want). In a month or two, check in! Good luck!
Luscious LeftFoot
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Psychotext
Member
Just finished back day... next stage of the tour soon. Bit worried as my glutes and lower back get engaged quite a lot when cycling so I'm hoping I've not taken too much out of myself.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
Thanks, it's been a while and I have work to do. A guy I basically compete with online recently hit 300 and before I was always crushing him. I just stopped doing OHP while I pushed my bench to 400+. Now OHP is back in my training. See where it goes.
Here is th video.
http://youtu.be/S8oyHY1pxdU
Yeah, I'm still amazed by the fact that he can press almost anybody on GAF over his head. If I ever meet him, I actually kinda expect it.
Hell, he can even drop me ala Ultimate Warrior style and this would be my reaction.
BlueTsunami
there is joy in sucking dick
And here I am, happy I can finally press 135 ;_;
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