Weightlifting/Bodybuilding Thread V.7 - let's see if more people care about themselves - General

[QUOTE=Nevermind.;46978182]I need to change my username, I always get so confused when people try to address me.[/QUOTE] How you think I feel

valon im pretty sure you're just mental onions for real? [editline]21st January 2015[/editline] i mean, no one believes onions would do the same as pwo right?

[QUOTE=Ruski v2.0;46982683]valon im pretty sure you're just mental onions for real? [editline]21st January 2015[/editline] i mean, no one believes onions would do the same as pwo right?[/QUOTE] Well, onions are pretty strong. Usually wakes one up. But eating one like an apple is something I would not choose. Coffee is nicer IMO.

So how should I go about propping the bar up high enough for proper form bent-over barbell rows for SL 5x5? I can't use 45s yet, so the bar isn't resting at the height it should be. I'm also struggling to consume enough food. I'm eating constantly and only barely reaching around 2000 calories each day. I don't know how I'd reach 2500 or 3000. I guess hitting close to 2000 is better than where I've been for the last few years, which is somewhere between 1000 and 1500. But 2000 is still not ideal.

Stack plates on the ground, lay bar on top. Typically 2 45s are good height, but this highly depends on the structure of the weight. If they too skinny maybe 4 or even 5 are in call but if they huge and thick just 1 might do it.

[QUOTE=Kiamberm;46983041]So how should I go about propping the bar up high enough for proper form bent-over barbell rows for SL 5x5? I can't use 45s yet, so the bar isn't resting at the height it should be. I'm also struggling to consume enough food. I'm eating constantly and only barely reaching around 2000 calories each day. I don't know how I'd reach 2500 or 3000. I guess hitting close to 2000 is better than where I've been for the last few years, which is somewhere between 1000 and 1500. But 2000 is still not ideal.[/QUOTE] What are you drinking? I switched to drinking pretty much solely whole milk which adds around 400-500 calories each meal.

Shit, you're finding it hard to hit 2000 calories? I can hit 3000 calories without even trying. It's difficult for me to stay within my calorie range. Basmati rice master race. Also, two chicken breasts weighing in at 350g have like 450calories, dude. I bought myself some cheap electronic scales and weighing everything and smacking it into MyFitnessPal is a lifesaver. A salmon and cucumber sandwich you get from Sainsbury is 400 calories. [editline]21st January 2015[/editline] Are you sure you're weighing / counting accurately? [editline]21st January 2015[/editline] Just knocked back a homemade stir fry that had 1041 calories in it. Store-bought vegetable mix, though, but I added some green peppers / runner beans / kale / mushrooms and about 300g of chicken breast. Two servings, I ate one and got 1k cals out of it. The other half is for tomorrow during lunch or something.

Opted for Stronglifts instead of Starting Strength, just doing some more research into form and some food to eat and I'll be taking my first steps into the gym. I love whole milk so drinking that will be e-z, looking at brown rice, beans, oats, etc, although my cooking experience is limited so that's something to work on too. Actually in the habit of eating some fruit each day too which is nice. Do you guys think it's worth getting a trainer at a gym for a short time just to make sure I get my form down or should I be fine just asking other gym goers? Could take a video of my form but my phone is shit, I've been browsing through r/fitness and looking at some informative videos but actually doing them properly may differ, I'm fairly sure my squat form is fine (at least without weight).

I wish I was one of those people who had trouble reaching 2000 calories. I have to do a lot of walking and cardio just so I don't gain a ton of weight. Last December I decided not to do any cardio at all and I gained about ten pounds.

I can eat 2000 calories in snacks alone throughout the day without counting actual meals.

I'm one of those people who struggle to meet calories during times of hard lifting but when I'm lazy/resting I can eat a lot more due to having more time. Also bummin out over the impending loss of gym time due to coursework. Having real responsibilities sucks no wonder so many people use the excuse of not enough time to work out (and become an elite ____) /rant

I was raised by a mother who makes very calorie sparse foods so now I have to make up for lost time by learning all of the monster-calorie meals. Check out Peanut butter, honey and banana sandwiches. That shit tastes so good and is really calorie rich. I recommend Daves Killer Bread with a glass of whole milk to take it down with.

Where exactly is the bar supposed to rest when squatting? I tend to have it pretty low, almost on the backs of my delts. Should I have it more on my traps? One reason I put it so far back is because when it's farther up, the bar presses on the bones of my shoulder and can be pretty painful. [QUOTE=Nevermind.;46983828]I was raised by a mother who makes very calorie sparse foods so now I have to make up for lost time by learning all of there monster-calorie meals. Check out Peanut butter, honey and banana sandwiches. That shit tastes so good and is really calorie rich. I recommend Daves Killer Bread with a glass of whole milk to take it down with.[/QUOTE] Dave's bread is great. I don't know what the norm is for bread, but I was shocked to see that one slice was 120 cal. I think I'm just used to only eating breakfast and dinner for several years. I'm trying to change that up, but my stomach isn't used to so much food, so often. I think I'll get to 3000, but it might take a week or so of eating more and more each day. [QUOTE=NO ONE;46983194]Stack plates on the ground, lay bar on top. Typically 2 45s are good height, but this highly depends on the structure of the weight. If they too skinny maybe 4 or even 5 are in call but if they huge and thick just 1 might do it.[/QUOTE] I'll have to try that when I go tomorrow. I feel selfish hogging plates that I'm not actually using, like other lifters will be irritated with me for using them like that, but I guess it's the only thing to do until I can lift 45s. [QUOTE=MadPro119;46983198]What are you drinking? I switched to drinking pretty much solely whole milk which adds around 400-500 calories each meal.[/QUOTE] I kind of fell off milk for a couple years and only just recently started drinking it again in my protein shakes. I usually just drink water. I guess I'll have to drink more milk throughout the day. [QUOTE=loopoo;46983291] Are you sure you're weighing / counting accurately? [/QUOTE] I'm pretty sure, though I might be goofing some things up. I haven't been counting dinner occasionally when my parents make it, because I don't have an easy way of knowing what exactly is on my plate. So it could probably be anywhere from 400 to 800 more calories, depending on the meal.

I hate my university gym so much, the staff is just completely fascistic and the gym is ridiculously crowded at all times of the day, early morning, afternoon, evening and late evening where I basically always have to wait 10-15 minutes to get a bench or dumbbells or something its absurd Just wish I had an apartment and a power rack

My school gym isn't bad all things considered but the hours are terrible: Monday - Thursday: 9am - 6pm Friday: 10am - 2pm Saturday - Sunday: Closed Have my classes at 5PM, so for Fridays for instance I can't even kill the time in between getting out of work at 1 and class. Early in the semester other weekdays might have been an option if I didn't have HW to work on before class, but later on I pretty much always worked on shit during those free hours.

Had a health checkup with a GP today (was more for mental health but he wanted to check physical health as part of that), and I gotta say I never thought I'd hear a doctor tell me I am underweight. I'm a bit over six feet tall and at 69kg. I know that is lightweight because I have been focused on cutting before starting bulking but I didn't think it would be that bad like I still have a gut. But yeah he wants me to start putting on weight right away, at least ten kilos, so yeah might as well get into bulking earlier than scheduled. How should I go about cardio with bulking? I obviously want good cardiovascular health but I don't know what a good balance is. I can't remember the specific thing consumed, but apparently even ten minutes of pre-workout cardio consumes stuff better used as fuel for the muscles. But then other people say you need to get your body up to speed before you start lifting. I'm not sure about cardio after lifting, or if I should do cardio on off-days. Keeping all that in mind, I do pack shelves for a job so that's sorta kinda a cardio workout.

Anyone have any recommendations of a program to run after Madcow 5x5? On my third year of lifting now if that changes anything.

just make your own program what do you want? volume? strength training? want to concentrate on specific muscles? design your own plan that meets what you want and has some kind of core with accessory lifts

[QUOTE=Lukeo;46983613]Opted for Stronglifts instead of Starting Strength, just doing some more research into form and some food to eat and I'll be taking my first steps into the gym. I love whole milk so drinking that will be e-z, looking at brown rice, beans, oats, etc, although my cooking experience is limited so that's something to work on too. Actually in the habit of eating some fruit each day too which is nice. Do you guys think it's worth getting a trainer at a gym for a short time just to make sure I get my form down or should I be fine just asking other gym goers? Could take a video of my form but my phone is shit, I've been browsing through r/fitness and looking at some informative videos but actually doing them properly may differ, I'm fairly sure my squat form is fine (at least without weight).[/QUOTE] i may be a bit biased but i think you can learn form yourself, there are loads of videos you can learn from and you can go post on r/fitness anyway (or even here) if youre worried or something. as for the trainer, it might not be worth the money, and your trainer might even be like against squats or something. what im trying to say is the guy might not even suit your needs. idk. your call. i wouldnt worry too much about form anyway, as in you shouldnt be fucking meticulous about it. as time goes by it becomes second nature (assuming you started off properly tho). and if youre really worried you could keep on deloading or something every time you feel form breaking. again, your call

Heh do u nerds even lift

[QUOTE=Sad.;46984254]i may be a bit biased but i think you can learn form yourself, there are loads of videos you can learn from and you can go post on r/fitness anyway (or even here) if youre worried or something. as for the trainer, it might not be worth the money, and your trainer might even be like against squats or something. what im trying to say is the guy might not even suit your needs. idk. your call. i wouldnt worry too much about form anyway, as in you shouldnt be fucking meticulous about it. as time goes by it becomes second nature (assuming you started off properly tho). and if youre really worried you could keep on deloading or something every time you feel form breaking. again, your call[/QUOTE] cheers, suppose I'll just keep re-watching the videos and put some notes on my phone

my gym is open 24/7 it's the bees kness

[QUOTE=BuDSpOoNce;46984471]my gym is open 24/7 it's the bees kness[/QUOTE] Where I am it's harder to find a gym that isn't 24/7

Got a good workout in yesterday, hit shoulders chest and tris. Excuse the shitty locker-room mirror [img]https://db.tt/62b18kVg[/img] 6'4" 194lbs Some of you other guys should post some pictures of yourselves so I'm not the only one...

I dont think I could possibly not eat 2000 calories a day, my breakfast is like 2500+ Here ya go Nevermind. 6'4 226 [thumb]http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u423/Lawblind/97B0F29D-0F78-4685-8602-2F6CA457E65D_zpsjsk00igi.jpg[/thumb] Really tough to get a good representation in my bathroom with shitty lighting and selfies dont work too well to boot. Looking good though, delts and chest look like they are coming along well.

[QUOTE=PollytheParrot;46984250]just make your own program what do you want? volume? strength training? want to concentrate on specific muscles? design your own plan that meets what you want and has some kind of core with accessory lifts[/QUOTE] Strength, I spent the first two years doing various bro-splits with higher reps and little focus on strength. Kinda want to try a 5/3/1 for compounds and see how that goes but I'm unsure of how to start that up. Like a powerlifting progression I guess.

obligatory "looking thick, solid, tight" post [editline]22nd January 2015[/editline] my greatest test of sexuality would be being trapped in a locker room with you dudes. I'd like to say I'd pass the test and remain a strong, heterosexual man, but there's just too many variables, too many pumps, and too many striations. I'm only [I]so strong[/I], I don't know if I could fight the feelings. [editline]22nd January 2015[/editline] all joking aside though, for real no homo

[QUOTE=cathal6606;46980664]I swear I cracked my ribs once doing the roll of shame with 80kg[/QUOTE] coulda just been a joint crack in your sternum also bros is it a thing that I can lose weight faster on a smaller deficit? It makes no sense thermodynamically but a 500cal deficit yields me faster and more consistent weight loss while a 1000cal deficit has me jumping up and down in weight and barely losing??

could be cause the body thinks it's properly starving when you're at -1000cals so it goes into weird hibernation or something? I remember reading a study that basically said these people who go on diets where they restrict calories ridiculously, end up bouncing back and gaining tonnes of weight the minute they readjust back to a normal calorie diet cause the body thinks it's in a state of starvation.

wasn't 'starvation mode' proven to be bs tho [URL="http://www.reddit.com/r/Fitness/comments/1fh71n/can_someone_resolve_the_starvation_mode_myth_once/"]quick search[/URL] [editline]22nd January 2015[/editline] like I'm pretty high bf% this shouldn't be happening?