BodyBuilding-Advice and Discussion

[GabeS14]

Originally Posted by WISH ONE

Go as deep as you can while still maintaining proper mechanics.
Full range of motion is always best as you want to utilize the stretch-shortening cycle to fullest, but there is a time and a place to train those half reps.
Also consider your goals, are you training to move weight and get strong/er or are you trying to grow vanity muscles?

Chances are if you have hurt your shoulder benching it is because of bad form/mechanics not because of depth. although depth with bad mechanics doesnt make things better.

HAHA I am prepping my Vanity, pool season in Vegas look..
I like that term. !

[delado]

Been cutting for the past 2.5 months? 190 down to 161. 5"11.

[Djrepete]

Hey everyone I'm currently entered in a contest to get sponsored by a supplement company called 1st phorm. I need to show them that I'm a marketable person and I can bring people to the table. So if you guys have Instagram or Facebook can you follow me. On Facebook it's Peter toso. And on Instagram it's @djrepete thank you guys so much in advance for everything.


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[WISH ONE]

Gabe- Preppin that pool body, all upper no legs lol.

[EnemyS15]

ok so maybe you guys can help me out. I am back in the gym after a very sporadic year and a half. Also back in my MMA training. So physical regiment I am good on.

My issue is my diet. I am extremely picky with my foods, It's something that carried over with me from my childhood. I am seeking help to manage this problem. Now, I am wondering what type of diet I could do, within the limited range of foods I do eat, that will help me gain lean mass as best as possible.

Meats: Only chicken. I don't eat steaks hot dogs, hamburger. etc
Vegs: None. I have to take vitamin supplements and v8 to get SOMETHING, as opposed to nothing.
Fruits: Same as above... Orange, Grape, Lemonade
Grains: All whole grains. No white grains.
Dairy: All sorts, no probs with diary
Seafood: None

I typically eat a bunch of pasta, baked chicken, Brown rice, Pizza, Oatmeal, protein cereal, greens vitamins, along with lots of v8, juice, and water. No soda, no real sweets aside from the once in a while nutter butter bar. I eat lots of peanut butter.
Of course supplements, shakes,, vitamins, and wheat grass.


My pickiness is getting better a little at a time, but before someone just says "EAT FOOD", my issue stems from something in my head or traumatic event. It's an issue with texture. I attempt to try something new and involuntarily vomit at the first bite.


hopefully you guys can help. I am extremely active (started back up 3 weeks ago). I am at a not so happy 188. I would like to get myself back to fit 165-175.

[WISH ONE]

^no experience with this, but very interesting.

[ineedone]

Originally Posted by EnemyS15

ok so maybe you guys can help me out. I am back in the gym after a very sporadic year and a half. Also back in my MMA training. So physical regiment I am good on.

My issue is my diet. I am extremely picky with my foods, It's something that carried over with me from my childhood. I am seeking help to manage this problem. Now, I am wondering what type of diet I could do, within the limited range of foods I do eat, that will help me gain lean mass as best as possible.

Meats: Only chicken. I don't eat steaks hot dogs, hamburger. etc
Vegs: None. I have to take vitamin supplements and v8 to get SOMETHING, as opposed to nothing.
Fruits: Same as above... Orange, Grape, Lemonade
Grains: All whole grains. No white grains.
Dairy: All sorts, no probs with diary
Seafood: None

I typically eat a bunch of pasta, baked chicken, Brown rice, Pizza, Oatmeal, protein cereal, greens vitamins, along with lots of v8, juice, and water. No soda, no real sweets aside from the once in a while nutter butter bar. I eat lots of peanut butter.
Of course supplements, shakes,, vitamins, and wheat grass.


My pickiness is getting better a little at a time, but before someone just says "EAT FOOD", my issue stems from something in my head or traumatic event. It's an issue with texture. I attempt to try something new and involuntarily vomit at the first bite.


hopefully you guys can help. I am extremely active (started back up 3 weeks ago). I am at a not so happy 188. I would like to get myself back to fit 165-175.

Not sure what you want as far as advice. If you want to bulk up, get more protein shakes in?

If you want to cut up, eat less pizza?

[InsTanCeZ]

I just started doing Stronglifts 5x5 routine and I love it. Definitely recommend to anyone who is new to lifting or just wants to get stronger. They even have an app, but it is a very simple routine. I also do some cardio after lifting.

[ZenkiKid]

Know of any black friday deals on supplements? I am running low and am holding out until Friday. I figure this week it wouldnt make a difference when I order because of the short work week.

[4-20sx]

I always check out the clearance isle at my fitness gym

[Corbic]

Can I replace a meal with whey?

[ZenkiKid]

Originally Posted by zoomb

Can you suggest me a good supplement?

What are you looking for exactly?

Energy/Weight loss? Multi vitamin?

[Kingtal0n]

Originally Posted by Corbic

Can I replace a meal with whey?

If you are serious asking this, then no, you should not replace a meal with whey.

If you are just posting this to be funny, I would caution you that it is misleading to others who may not know that you cannot actually replace a meal with whey.

And finally, you would need to define a meal first before you can actually answer that question. if your idea of a meal is a peanut brittle bar @ 120~ calories then I suppose a 120~ calories scoop of whey would replace it nicely.

But that is not my definition of a meal. A meal for me is, 2 chicken breasts, 1 baked potato, 1 cup pasta, any amount of broccoli, 1 banana, 1 yogurt, 2 cups milk, 1 slice of bread, and thats just first breakfast at 8am.

[Gnnr]

No, you can't replace a meal with whey. You would like to actually look for a true meal replacement shake (these are usually weight gainers or ones part of a weight loss program).

Also, I personally don't like Creatine makes you look bloated and skin looks puffy because you retain water like a preggo.

[ZenkiKid]

the only tried and true way I know of to bulk up is the 5k cal diet.

[Kaizen.]

Haven't been here in a long time but I like to share some very beneficial info.

Im sure most already know the basics of training. Below I will list some major and random info off the top of my head that i've accumulated through the past year. Mainly bodybuilding, not powerlifting oriented. All info was gathered by respectable trainers, bodybuilders, nutritionist. Like it or hate it, just remember, like life, you always want to continue to learn, kaizen.

Training:
MTM = Mind to muscle connection, always always know what you're working out and know that exact muscle you are trying to target. To truly feel that muscle activating.

TUT = Time under tension, take your time, training is a marathon not a sprint. Working out is to tear your muscle fibers so you can rebuild them (in the kitchen/bed, sleep), but increased time under tension will help tear your muscles even more aka making it work harder. Focus on the negatives, ex: 2 second positive, 4 second negative. It's not how you get from point A to point B, but how you hold the tension between.

ROM = Range of motion. To truly be able to maximize the benefits of the workout, range of motion will give maximum stretch/tear. If you can't squat or bench all the way down, lower the weights, don't let your ego get in the way.

They say Hypertrophy (8-12 rep range) is the key to spark growth and Strength (3-5 rep range) is where to be. Below I have attached a program that I just finished and I think you all will benefit from. It helped me hit PR's every single week and allowed the perfect balance of rest and training. Check it out, also you can switch the accessory work with alternating exercises. Remember, you get big in the kitchen and rest/sleep. Allow your body parts 48-72 hours before hitting that same muscle group again.

http://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/phul-workout

few Youtube guys I follow:
Athlean-X
TheOnlineCoach

Nutrition: Nothing beats whole foods. I was told by many, to reach your goal, its 70% Diet and 30% Training. I say stop being a little.....and give it 100% on both! Want maximum results, continue to learn. Learn your body type and how its reacted in the pass. Learn macros, learn what you are in taking on the daily. Download MyFitnessPal, input it and track your consumption. Master the timing of your foods. Know when to eat what and how. Maximize those protein shakes with fruits and nutts, etc. Cut out the sugars/sodas and unhealthy fast foods. Im not telling you to cut out everything, but learn to change and form into a lifestyle of a healthier living.

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, as we are young, we sacrifice health for wealth, once we get older we sacrifice wealth for health. We came into this world by ourselves, we die by ourselves, a coffin is only made for one. So take care of it, cherish it, be the best that you can be. You have greatness within you!

[4-20sx]

^^^^^^^ amen ^^^^^^

[93_ProjectS13]

Originally Posted by ZenkiKid

the only tried and true way I know of to bulk up is the 5k cal diet.

And 2cc of test a week.

[Gnnr]

Damn, RIP Greg Plitt

[Fries]

Originally Posted by Gnnr

Damn, RIP Greg Plitt

Too much this. Man, this guy seriously inspired me so much. Gonna be missed for sure.

[mau5trap]

Anyone trying to hit up LAfitexpo tomorrow?

[ZenkiKid]

Totally spaced on it. I plan on checking out the one in August since thats my birthday weekend.

heard its worth going to since Supps are super cheap.

I completed the Chris Gethin 12 week program 2 months ago and all I got out of it was bursitis in my shoulder and a bulkier chest and neck. -_- Need to find a program that suits me is tough.

[taeisbeast]

Originally Posted by ZenkiKid

Totally spaced on it. I plan on checking out the one in August since thats my birthday weekend.

heard its worth going to since Supps are super cheap.

I completed the Chris Gethin 12 week program 2 months ago and all I got out of it was bursitis in my shoulder and a bulkier chest and neck. -_- Need to find a program that suits me is tough.

Programs help, but it all depends on what exactly you want out of your body. Are you training of powerlifting, bodybuilding? Those come into factor when training tied along with proper supplementation and diet.

From there, you can then choose what best suits your lifestyle. Also, if you received an injury, then most likely you were either pressing too much weight neglecting your form or your form was just off.

[MightyMouse13]

Not bodybuilding, but gym related- my powerlifting meet This Saturday will be on livestream if anybody's looking for a good way to kill time. I'll be looking to break the APA American record in the squat at 148, and my coach for bench, Jeremy Hoornstra will be upping his all time bench world record at 242 again. 4 600+ lb benchers, 2 800+ lb deadlifters, a couple girls who pull 400+ in this meet so lots of freaky stuff gonna go down. Link isn't up yet but I'll post if anybody's interested.

Yes I know, shameless self-promotion but had to find an excuse to post in this thread because addicted to gym.


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