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**penguinz** · 01-01-2014, 07:34 PM

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.

AndChiefs · 04-25-2014, 09:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by penguinz

tempeh is fermented soy beans and looks like vacuum packed cockroaches.

Well that does sounds appealing.

**penguinz** · 04-25-2014, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AndChiefs

Well that does sounds appealing.

NewChief · 04-25-2014, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by penguinz

tempeh is fermented soy beans and looks like vacuum packed cockroaches.

It really just looks like dried and hardened tofu to me.

Seitan is wheat gluten, and it really can look nasty (specifically some of the canned asian varieties). It can also be delicious (BBQ'd seitan in particular is quite good).

Saccopoo · 04-25-2014, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by AndChiefs

I've had people that claim to know how to make tofu taste good. I've tried it from them. I have never once liked it.

It's like brussel sprouts. "You just have to know how to cook them right." Yeah, right.

I love brussel sprouts. You actually just induced a small Pavlovian trigger.

And my tofu is the absolute balls. I made a tofu marsala last week that was awesome. I'll also do a vegan eggs benedict with tofu that's kick ass. Breakfast tofu scrabble is easy and delicious. (Make it even look like eggs by using turmeric to color the tofu.)

However, the entire key to a vegan existence is oatmeal in the morning. You've got to have that ballast.

Saccopoo · 04-25-2014, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jiveturkey

How can you claim that alcohol mimic estrogen and then turnaround and eat tofu/soy?

Like I said, I don't eat a lot of tofu.

Maybe once every week or two weeks max.

Saccopoo · 04-25-2014, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PGM

Eggplant sandwiches

**** off

They were absolutely delicious.

I'm sorry your small mindedness and lack of vision doesn't allow you to go beyond your base conceptualizations of what a sandwich can be.

Pasta Little Brioni · 04-25-2014, 09:58 AM

Why would I eat inferior food when I don't have too?

NewChief · 04-25-2014, 10:07 AM

And I also love brussels. Here is my favorite non-traditional way to cook brussel sprouts (for those who haven't acquired the taste):

1 lb. brussels (food process or shred/slice into slaw)
Thumb size of ginger, minced
Garlic
Olive Oil
Fish Sauce (or soy sauce)
Limes
Peanuts (1 cup, chopped or food processed)
Sriracha
White Wine

* Heat EVOO in pan.
* Add ginger and garlic. Sautee until fragrant
* Crank up heat and add brussel sprouts. Stir pretty much constantly (you're basically stir frying them)
* Add a splash or two of white wine. Cook until evaporated.
* Add a splash or two of fish sauce. Cook until evaporated.
* Toss in peanuts and cook a little longer.
* Brussel sprouts should be softened and flash fried now. Turn off heat. Add chopped cilantro and green onions. Squeeze in juice of half a lime. Squirt in some sriracha. Eat.

Saccopoo · 04-25-2014, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PGM

Why would I eat inferior food when I don't have too?

My point exactly.

You think eggplant is inferior. Inferior to what isn't even a question. There are many recognized and respected dishes that utilize eggplant, but, at least to you, any mention of the item as a food choice results in you mocking it.

Small minded. Close minded. Whatever.

"It's not on the Subway menu, so it must be stupid" thought process.

Saccopoo · 04-25-2014, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NewChief

And I also love brussels. Here is my favorite non-traditional way to cook brussel sprouts (for those who haven't acquired the taste):

1 lb. brussels (food process or shred/slice into slaw)
Thumb size of ginger, minced
Garlic
Olive Oil
Fish Sauce (or soy sauce)
Limes
Peanuts (1 cup, chopped or food processed)
Sriracha
White Wine

* Heat EVOO in pan.
* Add ginger and garlic. Sautee until fragrant
* Crank up heat and add brussel sprouts. Stir pretty much constantly (you're basically stir frying them)
* Add a splash or two of white wine. Cook until evaporated.
* Add a splash or two of fish sauce. Cook until evaporated.
* Toss in peanuts and cook a little longer.
* Brussel sprouts should be softened and flash fried now. Turn off heat. Add chopped cilantro and green onions. Squeeze in juice of half a lime. Squirt in some sriracha. Eat.

Excellent suggestion.

The basis for this is an excellent way to prepare brussel sprouts. Steam/soften them and then pan fry them.
Season them how you desire. A little acidity helps, as you suggested with wine, citrus, soy, whatever. Perhaps a little sugar to help caramelize their outside layers.

Pasta Little Brioni · 04-25-2014, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saccopoo

My point exactly.

You think eggplant is inferior. Inferior to what isn't even a question. There are many recognized and respected dishes that utilize eggplant, but, at least to you, any mention of the item as a food choice results in you mocking it.

Small minded. Close minded. Whatever.

"It's not on the Subway menu, so it must be stupid" thought process.

Yes I am sure your "vegan cow patties" are a treat us simpleton ' s can not comprehend too.

Pasta Little Brioni · 04-25-2014, 11:25 AM

I can no longer eat meat unless it's from a cow that only plops out cleanbreakers.

Saccopoo · 04-25-2014, 11:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PGM

Yes I am sure your "vegan cow patties" are a treat us simpleton ' s can not comprehend too.

Warning...NSFW language:

Spoiler!

Rudy tossed tigger's salad · 04-25-2014, 03:04 PM

Can we all agree that beer calories don't count? Every alcoholic I've met is lean as ****.

Hammock Parties · 04-25-2014, 06:44 PM

MCT oil arrived. Time to mix it in my devil's brew. 2nd cup today.

01-01-2014, 07:34 PM
penguinz Supporter Join Date: Mar 2003 Casino cash: $727626	**. 2014 General Fitness Thread . 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.
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NewChief In Search of a Life Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Fayetteville, AR Casino cash: $7190204	And I also love brussels. Here is my favorite non-traditional way to cook brussel sprouts (for those who haven't acquired the taste): 1 lb. brussels (food process or shred/slice into slaw) Thumb size of ginger, minced Garlic Olive Oil Fish Sauce (or soy sauce) Limes Peanuts (1 cup, chopped or food processed) Sriracha White Wine * Heat EVOO in pan. * Add ginger and garlic. Sautee until fragrant * Crank up heat and add brussel sprouts. Stir pretty much constantly (you're basically stir frying them) * Add a splash or two of white wine. Cook until evaporated. * Add a splash or two of fish sauce. Cook until evaporated. * Toss in peanuts and cook a little longer. * Brussel sprouts should be softened and flash fried now. Turn off heat. Add chopped cilantro and green onions. Squeeze in juice of half a lime. Squirt in some sriracha. Eat. __________________ In this world of sin and sorrow there is always something to be thankful for; as for me, I rejoice that I am not a Republican. - H. L. Mencken
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