I'd absolutely take surgery. I'd much rather have a small bump then turn my shoulder into garbage.
And no SSB :/. I'll try neutral grip out see how it feels.
Appreciate it. Here's hoping for the best and it's minor
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Fitness |OT8| Dad Bods, Bulge Swelfies, and Wait...Do you even lift bro?
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I'd absolutely take surgery. I'd much rather have a small bump then turn my shoulder into garbage.
And no SSB :/. I'll try neutral grip out see how it feels.
Appreciate it. Here's hoping for the best and it's minor
theytookourjobz
Junior Member
I started a dumb thread that I thought was funny at the time. (It was)
Sorry to hear about your shoulder Sean. But look on the bright side--at least it's not your back or your knees! Still plenty of shit you can do with a bum shoulder. Think positive.
PSN: Massy-Boy (long story)
Very true. Another positive is even in the worst case scenario, surgery for this is minimally invasive.
Adding you
When will you know the full extent?
I'm scheduling my MRI next week and then I'm seeing the doctor on August 4th to get it checked. The majority of these SLAP tears are minor so here's hoping
ohhthegore
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worth it
for the PS4 crowd you guys can add me at Ohhthegore, play a decent amount of Rocket Leauge
I'm scheduling my MRI next week and then I'm seeing the doctor on August 4th to get it checked. The majority of these SLAP tears are minor so here's hoping
Good luck dude!
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
I'd absolutely take surgery. I'd much rather have a small bump then turn my shoulder into garbage.
And no SSB :/. I'll try neutral grip out see how it feels.
Appreciate it. Here's hoping for the best and it's minor
Also, try benching with a fat bar.
My left shoulder still gives me issues, but benching with an axel or with DBs (neutral grip with dbs) takes strain off of my left shoulder. This is the injury I'm still dealing with from that 120lb DB press misgrooving and popping something in my left shoulder. Gonna begin implementing stretching mobility work next week and see if that helps.
Zoe
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For sure. I was banging my head on the desk for all the responses he got on FB telling him to use a pad.
Anyway, posting again in case anybody else might have any insight:
So the past few weeks, bf has gotten these somewhat itchy lumps from the barbell after doing (high bar) squats. They don't hurt and I can push them around. They'll fade after a few days. He wears running shirts and wipes down the bar with the gym disinfectant.
Anybody ever get this? Anything he could do?
Not that he'll be lifting again for a few days... he rolled his ankle when a group of 5 wouldn't make space on the sidewalk during our run last night.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
Deadlift is feeling great. 2nd joker set and I'm only 15lbs from my all time 3 rep max. Here is 540lbs x 3. http://youtu.be/FdhPuDuhpIA
Ivan A Nguyen
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Been doing SL 5x5 for about six months now. I've had some good results, but life dictates that I won't be going to a gym anymore. Can I keep my new mass by keeping up with free weights or will it all wilt away with in a month?
entremet
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I don't think we'll see one until sales slow.
Sony lost tons of money with the PS3. They want to eek out as much revenue as they can.
Great lift dude. As always, form is perfect.
crashnburn
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Hey FitGAF,
So I am in a bit of a fitness rut and I stumbled upon this OT and need some advice on where I should pick up.
Age: 29
Height/Weight: 61 and 170 lbs
Build: Slightly lean/muscular. Strong back and arms, little fat on the belly. Chicken legs.
Goal: Bulk up muscle mass; improve strength full-body
Diet: Very controlled M-Th, little splurgy F-Sun. Very balanced M-Th with fruits, proteins, and all meals cooked at home.
As of right now, I usually workout 3-4 times a week, mostly lifting but may put in a run on one of those days. When I lift, I do mostly isolated exercises (bicep curls, seated row, etc.), mix of free weights and machines, and I usually do chest/tricep one day, bicep/back another, and legs/shoulders the 3rd. Typically do rep progressions of 12x light, 10x medium, 8x heavy, and 6x really heavy.
Ive basically been doing the same types of lifting and exercise for the past 1-2 years with a little variety, and I am finally sick of the plateau Ive hit. I am wondering whether I should start with the beginner programs that were recommended in the OP to realign my routines, or if there is a more intermediate one I can pick up since I have some muscle foundation and full access to a gym. I work for 9+ hours at a desk and usually set aside an hour to exercise afterwards, so hopefully there is an efficient fitness plan I can slot in during that time.
Couple of notes: I wrongfully neglected doing squats for the longest time, and only really started trying to incorporate them into my workout over the past month or two (very light weight right now, focusing on form). I am also terrible at deadlifts .At the end of the day, not trying to get huge, just have better core and full body strength and mass.
Id love to clarify any other aspects of my health or current fitness plan to determine the best course of action. Ill keep reading up on the OP materials and see if anything makes sense. Thanks for any input!
So I am in a bit of a fitness rut and I stumbled upon this OT and need some advice on where I should pick up.
Age: 29
Height/Weight: 61 and 170 lbs
Build: Slightly lean/muscular. Strong back and arms, little fat on the belly. Chicken legs.
Goal: Bulk up muscle mass; improve strength full-body
Diet: Very controlled M-Th, little splurgy F-Sun. Very balanced M-Th with fruits, proteins, and all meals cooked at home.
As of right now, I usually workout 3-4 times a week, mostly lifting but may put in a run on one of those days. When I lift, I do mostly isolated exercises (bicep curls, seated row, etc.), mix of free weights and machines, and I usually do chest/tricep one day, bicep/back another, and legs/shoulders the 3rd. Typically do rep progressions of 12x light, 10x medium, 8x heavy, and 6x really heavy.
Ive basically been doing the same types of lifting and exercise for the past 1-2 years with a little variety, and I am finally sick of the plateau Ive hit. I am wondering whether I should start with the beginner programs that were recommended in the OP to realign my routines, or if there is a more intermediate one I can pick up since I have some muscle foundation and full access to a gym. I work for 9+ hours at a desk and usually set aside an hour to exercise afterwards, so hopefully there is an efficient fitness plan I can slot in during that time.
Couple of notes: I wrongfully neglected doing squats for the longest time, and only really started trying to incorporate them into my workout over the past month or two (very light weight right now, focusing on form). I am also terrible at deadlifts .At the end of the day, not trying to get huge, just have better core and full body strength and mass.
Id love to clarify any other aspects of my health or current fitness plan to determine the best course of action. Ill keep reading up on the OP materials and see if anything makes sense. Thanks for any input!
MrToughPants
Brian Burke punched my mom
Failure..
245x15 bb rows. If work wasn't destroying me I would have had x20.
245x15 bb rows. If work wasn't destroying me I would have had x20.
entremet
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Yes, do the beginner programs. They're very effective since barbells just put on slabs of muscle when done consistently and on a calorie surplus.
Another good beginner is Ice Cream Fitness 5x5.
Your sessions are super long, but it's one of the best programs I've tried.
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/jason-blaha-ice-cream-fitness-5x5-novice-workout
I prefer it over the Rippetoe's and StrongLifts because it has accessories and ab work. It's also more conducive to aesthetics.
Or you could just add arm work to the above programs.
Calorie surplus is the most important, so track that.
Most people who have trouble putting on muscle undereat.
You will gain some fat. That's expected. Just cut later.
The guys here have great advice for cutting.
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
How you do anything extra with the career you have blows my mind, let alone the numbers you put up.
MrToughPants
Brian Burke punched my mom
Doing renos outdoors u and down scaffolding all day. Lose 5lbs of water weight and I drink 4-5 liters of water at work.
Squats are so heavy right now even at 70% 5x8
After work, had a 1/4 avocado, 2 slices of turkey breast, and 7 wings deep fried. I'm really missing fasting so i'm going to go through my gym schedule and better plan my eating habits to be more in tune with how i want them. I'm thinking 3 weeks strait solid cutting, then 4 days of maintenance calories (3k or so), then a 72 hour fast, then back to 3 weeks cutting. I really feel like i'm meant to fast more. I'll sleep on it. I hope i can get solid rest today, no work tomorrow, but i have a family get together around 2 till who knows when.
MrToughPants
Brian Burke punched my mom
Hands of Stone
Member
So you IF only for 4 days of the week? 23-1 right?
I do 23/1 everyday except for 72 hour fast periods and days i'm eating at maintenance, since i don;t think i can eat that much food in one sitting. Plus i've read its good to switch up fasting schedule.
ohhthegore
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beastly
I think limiting yourself to free weights only is a god way to hinder yourself. Sometimes a machine can be a great supplemental to free weight movements.
On my MyoReps day (http://borgefagerli.com/myo-reps-in-english/) I tend to do a lot of machines because i want to isolate a particular muscle. And for some muscles there are no decent free weight movement that will do that.
Also there are biomechanics to take into consideration. Maybe you arent flexible enough in your hip and ankles to do a deep squat without putting pressure on your lower back so you cant go heavy. While you are working on you mobility you can go heavy on Hack squat or v-squat.
So I say dont rule out one or the other. See what benefits you in your training and do what you need to do to progress.
theytookourjobz
Junior Member
Yeah, I'm in Florida and it's been fucking brutal the past few weeks.
I know CrossFit isn't really highly regarded around here but me and my buddy were closing up the gym last night and watching some of the CrossFit games on my laptop and we decided to set up the Speed Snatch Ladder event that was going on last night. We used the girls weights for the first two rounds and tried to beat the girls. Didn't happen lol. I made a video of it that's pretty funny.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDbA-3YT5hw
Jesus, jobz. It's working for you, so keep doing what you're doing but crossfit looks even more unsafe than I thought lol
theytookourjobz
Junior Member
Yeah, we were just messing around. I wouldn't have any of our members doing that but it was kinda fun.
Oh okay, haha. I thought that was an event that they have to do.
Obviously it did look fun, lol
Escape Goat
Member
My doctor found i had low vitamin D levels and I started taking supplement to boost it. I actually wake up feeling energized to get my fitness on. My mood has definitely improved. Apparently studies show low vitamin D can lead to cognitive failure and the bodys ability to maintain bones so he wanted me to get this corrected. I also take a calcium supplement which is metabolized in conjunction with vitamin D, I am a bit fuzzy on that but I think I already get enough of that in my diet.
Anyways, if you havent had labwork on your blood be sure to. You might find something you need to fix!
Anyways, if you havent had labwork on your blood be sure to. You might find something you need to fix!
mdsfx
Member
So here I am on vacation again. This time I'm trying to keep my usual diet and actually make progress as opposed to last time. Starting of today by fasting until lunch to reserve some calories for later in the day.
Going to be tough around all of the grilled burgers, dogs, baked goods, alcohol, etc. F*ck...
Going to be tough around all of the grilled burgers, dogs, baked goods, alcohol, etc. F*ck...
ohhthegore
Member
mmmmmmmmmmmhmmmmm
mdsfx
Member
Lol NOT helping!
Get 'em, Cap!
Yeah, I was on the channel too. It was impressive, but it felt strange to me at the same time.
Kinda like when I got introduced to Indian male pole dancing.
Still nice job,...jobz. I also liked how you went with the "let's avoid a nut shot" transition approach.
Szu is Cap and I'm Thor. Come on Stark! Get it right!!
Some fun talk and russian deadlifting here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIml-7pCr7s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIml-7pCr7s
Guess I'm going to slowly join Fit-GAF. I probably have a couple weeks left in my cut. I'm down to the lowest weight I've been in over a decade. I have to say, I can't weight to start my bulk. I'm going to keep it relatively slow and clean, but it'll be nice to be able to cheat a little bit more regularly without remorse.
I'm curious, how many days per week do you all workout, and how is it split between weighlifting/cardio/recreational exercise?
I'm curious, how many days per week do you all workout, and how is it split between weighlifting/cardio/recreational exercise?
entremet
Member
3x per week full body training beats bro splits for hypertrophy according to this study.
http://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/A...ce_of_Resistance_Training_Frequency_on.8.aspx
Makes sense based on the research and also on the stuff the Russians figured out decades ago.
Bro splits became popular with the Weider era and the rise of PEDs. PEDs lengthen muscle protein synthesis, so splits can be used without much detriment.
Obviously anything works if you're consistent and committed. Also many people get bored with full body routines.
http://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/A...ce_of_Resistance_Training_Frequency_on.8.aspx
Makes sense based on the research and also on the stuff the Russians figured out decades ago.
Bro splits became popular with the Weider era and the rise of PEDs. PEDs lengthen muscle protein synthesis, so splits can be used without much detriment.
Obviously anything works if you're consistent and committed. Also many people get bored with full body routines.
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