Yeah, it's one of my favorite exercises. I put it on back day but I know others do it with their shoulders.
Definitely man. You've already made incredible progress. Caloric surplus and heavy lifting is up next for you.
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Yeah, it's one of my favorite exercises. I put it on back day but I know others do it with their shoulders.
Definitely man. You've already made incredible progress. Caloric surplus and heavy lifting is up next for you.
178cm, 85kg
Also, I've forgot to mention that I can't stand vegetables, which is a huge problem I assume.
mdsfx
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I would try to find some that you like. Just keep trying new ones. Cherry/grape tomatoes save the day for me. I love them. Nature's candy.
Force yourself to eat things you don't care for. Eating is mostly about health rather than joy. You don't like broccoli? Tough. Grab some water and choke it down. Unless the stuff makes you physically ill I would make sure you eat it. There are almost always alternatives but if you claim to dislike all veggies you're screwed. There are no alternatives.
Is chicken breast the best ratio of cal
rotein:cost?
It seems so but I've been eating it for like 4 months straight now (yay cut!) and I'm running out of (quick) ways to prepare it and was thinking about switching to a different daily protein, but everything else doesn't seem to compare. Am I right in that assumption?
rotein:cost?It seems so but I've been eating it for like 4 months straight now (yay cut!) and I'm running out of (quick) ways to prepare it and was thinking about switching to a different daily protein, but everything else doesn't seem to compare. Am I right in that assumption?
mdsfx
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Oh yeah, two of my favorites. I eat these regularly and love them.
Also sauteed fresh green beans with olive oil and garlic
Edit: my wife also makes spaghetti noodles using some veggies like squash and zucchini. You would be surprised how good they can be.
God Dayumm
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Is chicken breast the best ratio of cal
It seems so but I've been eating it for like 4 months straight now (yay cut!) and I'm running out of (quick) ways to prepare it and was thinking about switching to a different daily protein, but everything else doesn't seem to compare. Am I right in that assumption?
There's tuna, and you don't have to cook it but yuck
mdsfx
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I totally agree
Since we're doing squat form checks, I'll post mine today. Barely over a plate at 165, but we all progress in our own time, right? I think I'm breaking parallel. Can I count this as a PR?
https://youtu.be/XS21DFtUeNE
I think I'm breaking parallel. Can I count this as a PR?https://youtu.be/XS21DFtUeNE
Psychotext
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Is chicken breast the best ratio of cal
It seems so but I've been eating it for like 4 months straight now (yay cut!) and I'm running out of (quick) ways to prepare it and was thinking about switching to a different daily protein, but everything else doesn't seem to compare. Am I right in that assumption?
Turkey breast is actually the king of that one... but it's even harder to make taste nice. There are plenty of cuts of pork and beef that would suffice as well though.
Also Salmon and Tuna.
Since we're doing squat form checks, I'll post mine today. Barely over a plate at 165, but we all progress in our own time, right?
https://youtu.be/XS21DFtUeNE
I'd say that was 165x4 + 165x1, but it looks legit to me for a PR.
Too much on 5/3/1. As others have said, change it to 2-3 accessory lifts at most. Personally my favorite template is triumvirate. Starting my 4th cycle of 5/3/1 tonight, this is what I do:
Bench 5/3/1
DB Chest Press 5x15
DB Kroc Rows 5x10
Squat 5/3/1
Leg Press 5x15
Leg Curl 5x10
Military Press 5/3/1
Dips 5x15
Pull-ups 5x10
Deadlift 5/3/1
Good Mornings 5x12
Hanging Leg Raise 5x10
Why not throw in some taco seasoning or the like in the ground turkey?
Psychotext
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Probably reformed. Fuck that stuff.
If I'm eating turkey, I'm eating roast turkey breast in proper chunky slices. Maybe with some lettuce and apple sauce.
DUFFMCWALIN
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Ground turkey with taco seasoning or something similar with some melted cheese on top can be really good.
edit: On 5/3/1 it doesn't make sense to do a ton of accessory work, and that work should be rotated so you make sure you are hitting any deficiencies that you notice in your main lifts.
mdsfx
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Since we're doing squat form checks, I'll post mine today. Barely over a plate at 165, but we all progress in our own time, right?
https://youtu.be/XS21DFtUeNE
Definitely way below parallel on all those reps, nice PR!
Also, were these intended to be pause squats? You had a noticeable pause in the hole each time.
I'd say that was 165x4 + 165x1, but it looks legit to me for a PR.
Yeah, I really wanted to make sure I got the last rep in and probably over-rested. But given my previous record for 5 was 145, the various 1RM calculators still show 4x165 as adding about 15 to my 1RM. I'll take it.
And I have my goal for my next squat session!bchamba said:
Not so much trying for pause squats as much as anti-bounce squats. I just want to make sure I'm not "cheating" by using momentum, so I tend to have a break in the transition points of many of my movements.
It's okay if your sodium levels and BP are in check, dude. Don't overdo it but a little daily won't kill you.
Since we're doing squat form checks, I'll post mine today. Barely over a plate at 165, but we all progress in our own time, right?
https://youtu.be/XS21DFtUeNE
Damn, cooper. Good job!!
Want to thank the last few form check video posters for getting the aspect ratio right. Good job.
That's exactly what I do. Big freezer is essential.
I'd count that as 5 reps.
That's exactly what I do. Big freezer is essential.
I'd count that as 5 reps.
Arrowgigantic
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Well, it seemed he was more interested in losing weight.
Except for the punishment on the knee and ankle joints, and running in general being a injuryfest.
I was trying to help.
Psychotext
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Thing is, half the battle is finding something you want to do. If I'd have gone down the running road (for instance) vs cycling then I'd have stopped working out a long, long time ago. I really, really hate running... but horses for course and all that.
mdsfx
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It's true that running is hard on the body. Just progress slowly/naturally and if something hurts allow yourself time to recover. It can be a great experience.
Also, proper running shoes can make a big difference in running comfortably. A running store can analyze how your foot lands and size you up with the right shoe.
Also, proper running shoes can make a big difference in running comfortably. A running store can analyze how your foot lands and size you up with the right shoe.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
1. He expressed interest in losing weight and a main desire to do it through running.
2. Anything especially lifting weights is going to cause punishment on joints, tendons, and muscles. Anything can be an injury fest.
3. If you don't know what you're talking about, or are going to disregard someone's expressed desire in their post to meet an end, don't.
Since we're doing squat form checks, I'll post mine today. Barely over a plate at 165, but we all progress in our own time, right?
https://youtu.be/XS21DFtUeNE
Looked pretty damned good to me!
FallingEdge
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With 5/3/1, you are mainly using it as a strength program so focus your accessory lifts around that. I personally think it sucks for hypertrophy. Even doing BBB, there isn't enough isolated movements for me.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
No, next time record it. You're probably jacked up on form. Most people are. Ice it and take some ibuprophen and think about going to the doctor if it's actually numb.
Ok it feels a little better now. I think I may have used my back to lift a little too much and may have gone too heavy for my first time.
Psychotext
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Yeah, that doesn't sound right. A bit achy is normal, but it shouldn't be numb (or painful).
Arrowgigantic
Member
This is a good video, if a bit long. It's very important to just hold the weight with your back and arms and actually get the bar off the ground with your hamstrings and butt. Once you get past your knees then you're actually adding force with your lower back.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPtbHGiGCIU
Spiritreaver
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Few things.
Nothing is flavorless with the magical wonder that is hot sauce.
I had tuna today, put it in a whole wheat pita. It was good.
I hate to admit it, but I'm bad about eating veggies too. I usually don't actually. It's bad.
Nothing is flavorless with the magical wonder that is hot sauce.
I had tuna today, put it in a whole wheat pita. It was good.
I hate to admit it, but I'm bad about eating veggies too. I usually don't actually. It's bad.
Psychotext
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Man, that's really got me thinking. Really interesting video, and holy shit can that guy deadlift.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
Most people do this, and especially over exaggerate the lockout. You want to practice getting tight, getting the slack out of the bar, gettimg your chest up and driving with your legs. When the bar passes your knees you want t focus on bringing your hips through NOT focusing on your lower back like the guy above just said. Two cues help this. Imagine fucking the bar, or imagine someone is about to ram a barbell up your ass, and you're not into that sort of thing.
Do you do AT LEAST one warmup set when you deadlift? If not, you should from now on. I usually do 2. One with just the bar and one with 135 lbs. Super light, but it helps me get my form (and mind) right.
lol, was about to add this as well. It's sick but it's the exact motion you're going for.
Psychotext
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DAMN THOSE GENETICS!
Not from cooters bloodline CONFIRMED.
You just need to learn proper posture. Sit on the backs of your thighs/lower butt, rather than slouching back. Had the same issue myself, and took like literally 2 years to really stop hurting
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