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*.* 2013 General Fitness Thread *.*
Welcome to 2013! Now get your ass in top physical condition!
**From the 2012 Thread** If you want to get back into lifting, or need a new lifting routine, START HERE: http://startingstrength.wikia.com/wi...inner_Programs If you have questions about the SS programs, look here: http://startingstrength.wikia.com/wiki/FAQ Keep in mind that you're a novice lifter for a longer period of time than you think you are. Novice lifting can last anywhere from a few months to a year or two, depending on how hard you hit the weights and where you started. Once you've reached the point where you don't make regular progress on the SS program, you are ready to move on to the intermediate stage, which can last you for a good number of years. Find it HERE: http://madcow.hostzi.com/5x5_Program/Linear_5x5.htm If you're a very advanced lifter (many, many years of CONSISTENT weight training), then there are lot of programs out there, and which one you pick is simply a matter of preference. If you're really that advanced, you should know what works for you and what doesn't by this point. |
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06-25-2013, 10:38 AM | #796 | |
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You won't gain anything on those days and you'll probably keep your metabolism at a healthier, normal level. |
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As for the previous post, thyroid regulation.... wouldn't that have more to do with the carbs than the calories? And if I am supplementing with dietary fiber wouldn't that offset the concerns? |
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I'm not sure how supplementing with dietary fiber would help. If you're concerned about pooping take a probiotic supp. |
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Like NewChief said, I've found that there are more efficient ways to work out, but P90X has some great workouts (Plyometrics is an outstanding workout) and it will get you back into shape. You're just going to spend an hour or more with each workout. Good luck & feel free to ignore Lewdog. He's an ignorant little bitch. |
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1200 a day with a once a week carb load is doable, but difficult. I would suggest starting out with more calories and going down slowly from there. A 500 calorie per day deficit from food alone will net you a pound a week loss, and then anything you get from exercise will just be a bonus. I know how much you can just want to have it over and done with, but doing so in a slightly more controlled descent is probably going to be more efficacious in the long run. |
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As for the carb load (assuming once a week with the 1200 calories a day), how many carbs are we talking? And what would be the caloric intake on said day? (Rough guide would be appreciated.) |
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Also, it will prevent the metabolism from slowing as quickly. So, really even though you think you're setting yourself back by eating so much, you're only helping, and you'll see it on the scale. I would do about 400-600g carbs that day, adequate protein (1g/lbs lean mass), and minimal fat (max of 70 or so grams). Caloric intake somewhere around 3,000. |
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By the way, thanks for the input. I am a constant lurker of this thread and your opinions will definitely be ones I consider. |
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It's not a TON, but it's enough (also, you have to base it on how big you currently are, and not how small you want to be). Anything rice-based is good, as those tend to be low fat. Pasta with ground turkey meat sauce is good. Popcorn with limited butter. Fruits. Cereal with skim milk.
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You could supplement a little olive oil (1 tsp) in every protein shake to help with that, as well. |
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I do use olive oil though in my cooking, but I imagine that is not nearly enough fat to offset such a low fat diet as you infer above. |
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The cholesterol scare is mostly an american thing. It is more genetic than diet so I would not worry much about it.
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