*.* 2014 General Fitness Thread *.*

[penguinz]

Welcome to 2014! Now get your ass in top physical condition!

No one else started it so here it is!

**From the 2013 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.

[Shekelsteinberg]

Drinking beer, smoking cigarettes and eating rare steaks here.

[penguinz]

Originally Posted by el borracho

What did you do to get those traps?

Shrugs is all it takes.

[The Franchise]

Originally Posted by penguinz

Shrugs is all it takes.

How much weight are you shrugging?

[Sweet Daddy Hate]

Originally Posted by lewdog

What results are you looking for with your cardio?

Fat loss after cut-lifting.

[Aspengc8]

Originally Posted by lewdog

I agree with all of that. I'm gripping and ripping much too quick. Goal is to initiate more of a squeeze of the floor without sacrificing speed off the floor. That's been my biggest obstacle as weight gets heavier is the sluggishness off the floor. Sitting back before initiating the pull would probably help that. You think my shins should be almost perpendicular?

Spot on about the feet. It looks like I setup with them a bit more out but shifted them noticeably in before pulling. I'll try more angled out as well.

Thanks.

your on the right track. Sumo pulling is much more technical than traditional close stance. Close stance is more grip and rip, where all your leverages need to be aligned for a good sumo pull. Take some more side videos next time and watch as you sit back right before you pull, your shins will go perpendicular with the floor. Also remember, sumo will feel slower off the floor, but easier to finish/lock out. Traditional is faster off the floor, slower lock out.

Check out some of Chris Duffin's vids. He does like a 'double pop' to get low/back and fire the glutes/hams. Some really good info on his channel as well.

[Schnitzel]

Originally Posted by Shekelsteinberg

Drinking beer, smoking cigarettes and eating rare steaks here.

Sounds like a good strategy!

[Hammock Parties]

Been eating like shit for three days on vacation.

First day:

Ham and cheese sandwiches
Jalapeno poppers
French fries
Cookies
Milk
Popcorn
Fried Chicken
Green Beans
Corn casserole

Second day:

Biscuits and gravy
Eggs
Bacon
Hash browns
Toast
Cookies
Pita chips
Bacon Cheeseburger
French Fries
More cookies

Third day:

Bacon
Eggs
Toast
Pizza
Roast
Enchiladas
Baked beans
Cookies
Candy

Fourth day:

Apple
Peanut butter crackers.

We'll see what else I can consume today.

[Sweet Daddy Hate]

Get busy!

[Aspengc8]

Originally Posted by Count Zarth

Been eating like shit for three days on vacation.

First day:

Ham and cheese sandwiches
Jalapeno poppers
French fries
Cookies
Milk
Popcorn
Fried Chicken
Green Beans
Corn casserole

Second day:

Biscuits and gravy
Eggs
Bacon
Hash browns
Toast
Cookies
Pita chips
Bacon Cheeseburger
French Fries
More cookies

Third day:

Bacon
Eggs
Toast
Pizza
Roast
Enchiladas
Baked beans
Cookies
Candy

Fourth day:

Apple
Peanut butter crackers.

We'll see what else I can consume today.

Looks like IIFYM to me!

[Silock]

Originally Posted by 505 Chief

Fat loss after cut-lifting.

Fat loss is made in the kitchen, man. It's super hard to lose weight just by exercising, because exercising doesn't burn that many calories. You can easily undo what took you an hour to burn in just a couple of minutes.

[Simply Red]

Originally Posted by Aspengc8

Looks like IIFYM to me!

when he hangs with his cousin - there is no longer any control. That applies to his viewing animated movies too.

[BigCatDaddy]

Originally Posted by el borracho

What did you do to get those traps?

Mostly from Shrugs, but I also row the shit out of my back. They are one of the few genetic gifts I think I have as well.

[Simply Red]

Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy

Mostly from Shrugs, but I also row the shit out of my back. They are one of the few genetic gifts I think I have as well.

I have big hopes - some new hair pie this weekend for you!

I'm so proud you're in this thread's senate. It's been a fun ride.

[penguinz]

Originally Posted by Pestilence

How much weight are you shrugging?

Dumbbells I max on 120's. Barbell about 275.

[penguinz]

Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy

So I've been really kicking it in the ass lately by putting everything into every workout like most guys do when it comes to chest and biceps since I'm shooting to enter a physique comp in 14 weeks(this would be first at age 35). My wife snapped this shot at OOF this past weekend and I think hammering it hard on the back and traps lately has been paying off. I start cut down 8/2 and can't wait to strip this fat off.

I have bigger wings.