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[Psychotext]

That was a shiiiiit workout. I'm utterly wrecked, not really sure why.

Squatting with numbers I should have handled easily and I was all over the place.

 

[LocknessMobster]

Anyone here have suggestions for a quality multivitamin? Smaller the better.

 

[SpinningBirdKick]

Anyone here have suggestions for a quality multivitamin? Smaller the better.

This is quite long but worth a read: Why multi vitamins don't work and may be bad for you

There's plenty of figures in the article on the effects of different supplements. Here's one snippet:

A study published in 2007 from the US National Cancer Institute, for instance, found that men that took multivitamins were twice as likely to die from prostate cancer compared to those who didn't. And in 2011, a similar study on 35,533 healthy men found that vitamin E and selenium supplementation increased prostate cancer by 17%.

 

[sphinx]

That was a shiiiiit workout. I'm utterly wrecked, not really sure why.

Squatting with numbers I should have handled easily and I was all over the place.

age maybe? :/

I have solid workouts but it's all a far cry from what I was doing some years back.

I just assumed that's what happens as we get older, we don't go up but down in terms of strength.

I am turning 40 this year so....

 

[Psychotext]

I suspect it's got more to do with the calorie restriction at the moment. It has got significantly more difficult as I've got older though.

 

[vypek]

This is quite long but worth a read: Why multi vitamins don't work and may be bad for you

There's plenty of figures in the article on the effects of different supplements. Here's one snippet:

Uh oh seems like I might need to drop the multi vitamin I'm taking now

 

[FallingEdge]

just in full blown fat mode

 

[LocknessMobster]

This is quite long but worth a read: Why multi vitamins don't work and may be bad for you

There's plenty of figures in the article on the effects of different supplements. Here's one snippet:

O_O Wow interesting..

 

[Dead Prince]

Made up for the shitty deadlift day trying to find my new 1rm the other day I did a redo today. Ended up pulling 420 today. 425 slipped out my hand but I'll take 420. Last 1 was 410 which was several months ago. So I'll take it

 

[bchamba]

I imagine FE rides to the gym on horseback shirtless

In other news, deadlifted 465x4 @RPE 8.5 today

 

[dankir]

Clarence squatting 6 plates like its nothing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RREo2BysYS4

I did 335x2 belt less today with great depth, 5x5 really works. Been squatting 3 times a week for almost 2 months now and it's really made a difference. Goal is to hit 4 plates by the end of the year.

 

[Psychotext]

Clarence squatting 6 plates like its nothing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RREo2BysYS4

lol, that's fucking ridiculous.

 

[Matt]

Someone want to critique my workout? I'm not trying to get particularly big or anything, just build some muscle. I also just have dumbbells and don't plan on getting anything else, at least for now. Everything I do (or try to do) as 3 sets of 12. When I can hit that, I raise the weight. I go Monday Wensday Friday, in this order;

Bicep Curls
Hammer Curls
Military Press
Upright Row
Dead Lifts
Tricep Press
Chest Press
Lunges
Calf Raises

That's me trying to hit all the major areas. Yes, I know I'm missing abs (which are hugely important, I know). So if anyone wants to recommend an ab workout to add, please do. What else am I doing wrong/should I change? I have noticed a huge improvement in my body already. Right now my biggest problem is that this takes so long to run through each time.

Any thoughts?

 

[KillerBEA]

That's me trying to hit all the major areas. Yes, I know I'm missing abs (which are hugely important, I know). So if anyone wants to recommend an ab workout to add, please do. What else am I doing wrong/should I change? I have noticed a huge improvement in my body already. Right now my biggest problem is that this takes so long to run through each time.

Any thoughts?

Planks and Side Planks for abs.

 

[Matt]

Planks and Side Planks for abs.

Ok, what would be the best way to incorporate those? I just tried them, I can do 'em. What's the right duration and number of reps?

 

[KillerBEA]

Ok, what would be the best way to incorporate those? I just tried them, I can do 'em. What's the right duration and number of reps?

Probably something like 3 sets, and aim for a minute each set. Anything more than 2 minutes per set is a waste of time, imo.

 

[Matt]

Probably something like 3 sets, and aim for a minute each set. Anything more than 2 minutes per set is a waste of time, imo.

Ok, I can do that. Thanks!

 

[Psychotext]

Standard planks will almost certainly get too easy very quickly, so plan on swapping them out at some point. Dynamic movements work better.

 

[KillerBEA]

Ab Pushouts are another good one. Not a fan of any variation of crunches.

 

[killertofu]

Is there a website of sorts that has meal plans that correspond to the calories I need to intake?

 

[Dead Prince]

Is there a website of sorts that has meal plans that correspond to the calories I need to intake?

https://www.eatthismuch.com

 

[ILoveBish]

Squats went well, going to keep this daily train going again.

When I move I've definitely got to get a GHD. No space for it right now though.

Truth be told, I've yet to use it. I haven't had the time. It looks pretty tho.

 

[Psychotext]

It's definitely an area I could do with spending more time on. Is important for particularly long endurance events as I've had the area get really worn out in the past.

 

[Team Jones]

just in full blown fat mode

Bulk mode looks good on you though. I started cutting [fasted boxing conditioning/HIIT] yesterday because I start traveling [mostly warm beach areas] again starting March and of course I want to be more agile.

 

[mdsfx]

Signed up for an indoor cycling time trial in 2 weeks. I'm gonna get wrecked lol.

This is where I find out that any progress I've made has been almost insignificant, which I actually like in some ways. It's like playing through a videogame you love and don't want to ever end, only to discover the there are a crapload of bonus levels.

 

[BumRush]

Bulk mode looks good on you though. I started cutting [fasted boxing conditioning/HIIT] yesterday because I start traveling [mostly warm beach areas] again starting March and of course I want to be more agile.

You're the best, dude. Most people cut during beach season for aesthetic reasons. You're so far passed that, that you're concerned about...agility. Lol, keep it up bud!

 

[Dusk Soldier]

Someone want to critique my workout? I'm not trying to get particularly big or anything, just build some muscle. I also just have dumbbells and don't plan on getting anything else, at least for now. Everything I do (or try to do) as 3 sets of 12. When I can hit that, I raise the weight. I go Monday Wensday Friday, in this order;

Bicep Curls
Hammer Curls
Military Press
Upright Row
Dead Lifts
Tricep Press
Chest Press
Lunges
Calf Raises

That's me trying to hit all the major areas. Yes, I know I'm missing abs (which are hugely important, I know). So if anyone wants to recommend an ab workout to add, please do. What else am I doing wrong/should I change? I have noticed a huge improvement in my body already. Right now my biggest problem is that this takes so long to run through each time.

Any thoughts?

Generally you want to start off with the harder exercises. In your case,that Deadlifts and Lunges.

Upright rows can be hard on the joints, so if you ever notice pain or soreness in the wrist or shoulder areas. I would swap the Upright rows for Lat Pulldowns, or Chinups, or Pullups.

This is the order I suggest doing the exercises in:

Deadlift
Lunge
Calf raises
Chest Press
Military Press
Tricep Press
Upright Row
Bicep Curl
Hammer Curl

 

[FallingEdge]

I imagine FE rides to the gym on horseback shirtless

In other news, deadlifted 465x4 @RPE 8.5 today

haha, all that bouncing is not a good look on me

Bulk mode looks good on you though. I started cutting [fasted boxing conditioning/HIIT] yesterday because I start traveling [mostly warm beach areas] again starting March and of course I want to be more agile.

Thanks dood! I always feel like I look better in person and I plan to bulk it out for the next 8 or so weeks before cutting. Trust me, your look is going to be my endgame this summer. I won't get there but I will still try! Until then, call me Rusev Jr.

 

[Shabadoo69]

What headphone does everyone use at the gym? I am looking to get some new ones. I have bluetooth ear buds right now but they sometimes fall out when I run on the treadmill. I want something that goes over the head, I don't care too much about sound because I'm usually listening to podcasts anyway some music hear and there. I also don't want to spend a ton of money on beats. any suggestions on something not too expensive that's bluetooth somewhat breathable that works for them?

 

[Forearm Star]

Hey fitness gaf!

Any recommendations on better fitness/diet apps?
Currently using both my fitness pal and lose it. I use JEFIT and the activity app on my iPhone. Trying to see which syncs and works better from the two before sticking to just one.

Appreciate any pointers

 

[ACE 1991]

Hey fitness gaf!

Any recommendations on better fitness/diet apps?
Currently using both my fitness pal and lose it. I use JEFIT and the activity app on my iPhone. Trying to see which syncs and works better from the two before sticking to just one.

Appreciate any pointers

I started using the app Progression on Android. It's good and simple and it doesn't seem to constantly be fighting with me like Jetfit.

 

[Matt]

Generally you want to start off with the harder exercises. In your case,that Deadlifts and Lunges.

Upright rows can be hard on the joints, so if you ever notice pain or soreness in the wrist or shoulder areas. I would swap the Upright rows for Lat Pulldowns, or Chinups, or Pullups.

This is the order I suggest doing the exercises in:

Deadlift
Lunge
Calf raises
Chest Press
Military Press
Tricep Press
Upright Row
Bicep Curl
Hammer Curl

Ok, I can change the order to that.

Would there be any benefit to me adding squats to the regimen?

 

[Dusk Soldier]

Ok, I can change the order to that.

Would there be any benefit to me adding squats to the regimen?

Squats are similar to Deadlifts and Lunges, so If you wanted to add them, I would consider subtracting one of the others.

Squats can be a lot easier on your back than deadlifts for instance. And depending on your form, a better workout for your quads.

 

[vypek]

When it comes to dumbbell deadlifts and squats, the positions I see for them seem so close together that when I try them I always feel like my form is always wrong for whichever I am trying. Maybe doing squats while holding the dumbbells up is better.

 

[Dead Prince]

Gonna be running candito 6 week program.

 

[Matt]

Squats are similar to Deadlifts and Lunges, so If you wanted to add them, I would consider subtracting one of the others.

Squats can be a lot easier on your back than deadlifts for instance. And depending on your form, a better workout for your quads.

Deadlifts don't bother me, and I'm making progress with the lunges, so I guess I'll leave squats out.

 

[Szu]

just in full blown fat mode

You look like you're part centaur.

 

[Dead Prince]

An accessory day where I didn't do one of the major lift. Success lol

 

[Syphon Filter]

Someone want to critique my workout? I'm not trying to get particularly big or anything, just build some muscle. I also just have dumbbells and don't plan on getting anything else, at least for now. Everything I do (or try to do) as 3 sets of 12. When I can hit that, I raise the weight. I go Monday Wensday Friday, in this order;

Bicep Curls
Hammer Curls
Military Press
Upright Row
Dead Lifts
Tricep Press
Chest Press
Lunges
Calf Raises

That's me trying to hit all the major areas. Yes, I know I'm missing abs (which are hugely important, I know). So if anyone wants to recommend an ab workout to add, please do. What else am I doing wrong/should I change? I have noticed a huge improvement in my body already. Right now my biggest problem is that this takes so long to run through each time.

Any thoughts?

the workout takes long? why not try full body workouts with compound movements?

 

[ILoveBish]

Nice night tonight, 170x2 on OHP. For sure had a 3rd in me but I had lots of accessories to hit after. Really good start to this 1s week.

 

[Matt]

the workout takes long? why not try full body workouts with compound movements?

No reason why not, except that I don't know anything about them. I'm happy to learn.

 

[BumRush]

Nice night tonight, 170x2 on OHP. For sure had a 3rd in me but I had lots of accessories to hit after. Really good start to this 1s week.

You and the old lady still working out together?

 

[Psychotext]

Bleh, I hate Wednesdays. Two a day training takes so much time out of your day.

Just finished my hour long turbo trainer session, then two hours in the gym later (hour of mobility / warmup work, hour of weights).

 

[killertofu]

Realistically speaking... what are the types of gains I should be getting with Starting Strength in relation to my body weight? Meaning...which exercise should I see myself plateauing first? I'm using the app and have been making my way up using their weight sets

My weight is 220 and right now my weights are:

Squat : 210
Press : 145
Deadlift : 210
Bench : 155

Haven't been doing the power cleans because I have a janky knee and I'm afraid it'll pop out lol

 

[DivineRage002]

Realistically speaking... what are the types of gains I should be getting with Starting Strength in relation to my body weight? Meaning...which exercise should I see myself plateauing first? I'm using the app and have been making my way up using their weight sets

My weight is 220 and right now my weights are:

Squat : 210
Press : 145
Deadlift : 210
Bench : 155

Haven't been doing the power cleans because I have a janky knee and I'm afraid it'll pop out lol

Your body weight might go up at first, mostly due to muscle gain, it's a good thing believe me. Depending on your diet, you might lose a bit of weight after about 2 months.

You'll definitely plateau on the overhead press first.

Looking at your weights, are you using leg drive to lift on the overhead press? It's abnormally high compared to your other lifts. Your legs have to be completely immobile throughout the lift, using only your shoulders to press the weight upwards.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3QY5vMz_6I

If you're already pressing 145 with proper technique, you have some crazy shoulder strength in you, but I would doubt that.

 

[Psychotext]

Was bench for me originally, though it's definitely OHP these days where I run into trouble first.

 

[Heysoos]

Damn. I have zero energy today. Trying to just power through my workout so I can go home. 😩

 

[Dead Prince]

light squat and some core work because i start the program friday which calls for bench and squat. i had to do it this way so i don't end up with bench on monday because... monday is chest day ;P

 

[mdsfx]

Quads are rocks today from cycling yesterday. 7 mile run today felt brutal. Bah!

 

[Ixian]

If you're already pressing 145 with proper technique, you have some crazy shoulder strength in you, but I would doubt that.

I was thinking this same thing when reading the post, especially when looking at it in relation to the other lifts.

Last month of bulking for me! I was definitely more relaxed with my diet than I would've liked but all of the extra energy from eating so much and the effects it had on my lifts got addictive. Gotta get my body ready for Coachella and summer time here in San Diego.