The "I just got back from the gym" and this is what I have eaten thread.

[SenselessChiefsFan]

Okay, so there are a ton of guys in here that are working out, trying to work out, or 'thinking' about working out.

So, I figured I would start a thread. I am all about making myself accountable. The more people that I tell about working out, the more people I would let down by not going.

If you go to the gym.... then post here when you get back. If you do P90X, post here when you get done. If you ride the excercise bike.... post it here.

Anything you do to get in shape.... share with the board. I know I have gotten some great advice and feedback.

Also, post what you eat. If you post everything you eat, and you know others will be critical, you may think twice before you grab a Twinkie.

Okay, so, I went to the gym. I did five minutes on the cross climber to warm up. I stretched for about three minutes.

Then, I did three sets of squats with just 135. I did back extensions and hanging leg lifts. Three sets each. I did leg curls, calf extensions, abductor and adductor excercises as well.

On my leg day, I do very light chest exercises to work on my explosive power. I do three sets of six pushups as explosively as I can. I throw the excercise ball up like a chest pass while laying on the bench.

Then, I finished off my workout with 30 minutes on the eliptical.

As far as my diet.

Breakfast two pieces of peanut butter whole wheat toast, protein shake, and banana.

I have had another banana, two yogurts, and a handful of cashews as snacks.

I didn't have a 'lunch' per se.

Kids had sloppy joes with lean beef (as if that makes it great).... I took a baked potato, and put a serving of sloppy joe over it, with jalapenos and 2 oz's of lowfat cheddar cheese.

I have also had shotgun with water, and synthesize with water.

I won't eat again before bed.


Okay, I know putting everything down here will open me up to criticism. I know some will think that I am doing things all wrong. I appreciate any advice, but I have done a lot of reading and talking to trainers.... so, I have an idea of what I am doing.... or at least what I think I am doing.

The point of this thread, isn't to get into pissing matches about how to do things.... but rather to give ourselves a gold star for making an effort.

Try not to beat anyone down on this thread, because this is about encouragement.

[SenselessChiefsFan]

Originally Posted by Mastashake

I went into my gym tonight and I was the only person in the place for my entire workout. It was somewhat eerie, but nice. I've been doing some hip extension exercises to improve my posture, and they're somewhat embarrassing to do in front of others.

What I don't understand is how exercising has the opposite effect on me. Most people get a burst of energy and a pump, but it puts me to sleep like a baby. I almost fell asleep in my car on the way home!

So I'm sticking with the same post-workout I've been doing. Since I'm building muscle I go with the tall glass of chocolate milk, a (relatively) big bowl of cottage cheese and some unsweetened applesauce.

I'm not really worried about calories. I'm worried about protein. Today I got about 90 grams worth doing things the natural way. Just add in some tunafish, eggs, chicken, etc.

When I work out at night, I am the same way. I even drink NO shotgun, which has a stimulant. Then, I get home drink my synthesize.... and I am ready for bed.... or sex.

Either way, I am going upstairs.

As far as the protein.... I would mix in a protein shake. I do it with milk. With a cup, or 8oz of milk, most protein powders will put you at over 30 grams with one scoop. Studdies have shown that there is no benefit to ingesting more than 30 grams at any one time, regardless of how hard you workout.

Especially protein shakes. Real food breaks down slower, so your body has more time to use more protein.

There are pre and post workout specific drinks that have protein in them as well.

I take NO shotgun and synthesize and they have 20 grams each. I take two protein shakes a day, that is another 60.

That puts me at 100grams right there. I eat a normal dinner, but I don't really eat a full breakfast or lunch. I snack on cheese, nuts, veggies and Greek yogurt all day.

On Sundays, I have a cheat day.

There are some days that I am not in my office. On those days, I typically have Subway or Panda Express.

I have found that the longer I go eating right... the easier it gets.

[BIG_DADDY]

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

Go to wal mart and buy their $15 tub of protein powder.

52g protein per two scoop serving.

Is that where u pick up you Cambells soup?

[Hammock Parties]

Originally Posted by BIG_DADDY

Is that where u pick up you Cambells soup?

Yeah. I had some last night.

What do you take for protein powder? I was using Jay Robb but it's too expensive.

[Silock]

Originally Posted by SensibleChiefsfan

Studdies have shown that there is no benefit to ingesting more than 30 grams at any one time, regardless of how hard you workout.

Mmm, yes and no. Your body will absolutely use the protein, but only a certain amount gets used for muscle building. And that amount will vary from person to person, so there's no real way to figure out how much is "too much" or "enough." But the amino acids are used for many other bodily functions. There's no harm in taking in more protein, especially if it replaces other calories. It will keep you fuller for longer than carbs will, won't spike insulin (bonus for burning fat!), and will get used eventually.

I take NO shotgun and synthesize and they have 20 grams each. I take two protein shakes a day, that is another 60.

While we're on the topic, you should look at some real studies on NO supplements. They might surprise you

[Silock]

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

Yeah. I had some last night.

What do you take for protein powder? I was using Jay Robb but it's too expensive.

Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey. FTW. Tastes great, barely any fat or carbs.

[BIG_DADDY]

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

Yeah. I had some last night.

What do you take for protein powder? I was using Jay Robb but it's too expensive.

I have no need for a really high protein intake since the major injury but when I did I liked this protein. I highly reccommend it. I have has tons of different protein powders over the years but none compared to this. You get a great discount here too.

http://www.advantagesupplements.com/bbiocbiop100.html

[Silock]

How's the taste on it? I'm always wary. That's why I like ON Whey. Extreme Milk Chocolate is ****ing tasty.

[Hammock Parties]

A 5-pound tub on Amazon is only $23. I'll give it a try.

[BIG_DADDY]

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

A 5-pound tub on Amazon is only $23. I'll give it a try.

Depends on who the distributor is. That's why I always buy from a large volume distributor. How fresh the product is is as immportant as having a good product.

[BIG_DADDY]

Originally Posted by Silock

How's the taste on it? I'm always wary. That's why I like ON Whey. Extreme Milk Chocolate is ****ing tasty.

Good, not like drinking nestles quick but it's not bad. What I like is there is no bloating or issues with digestion. It goes through your system as easily as water. No sugar or cholestrol. Great product.

[Hammock Parties]

By the way, I just had lunch and it was revolting. I posted this on facebook:

I just had two plates of the most vile, nasty, greasy, disgusting indian food I've ever eaten. It was like pig slop. I suffered through it just to try everything, including some new dishes. IT WAS ALL GROSS!!!! Even the naan was dry. UGH! Now I'm drinking ginger ale for my gurgling tum, dreading my next bowel movement and hoping I didn't spend too much on that swill. I didn't even look at the receipt.

The only thing that was remotely palatable was the Tandoori chicken.

[Kyle DeLexus]

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

A 5-pound tub on Amazon is only $23. I'll give it a try.

Got a link for that? I only see 2lb tubs.

[Silock]

Originally Posted by BIG_DADDY

Good, not like drinking nestles quick but it's not bad. What I like is there is no bloating or issues with digestion. It goes through your system as easily as water. No sugar or cholestrol. Great product.

ON Whey is like that, too. They include the whey digesting enzymes, so there's no bloating, no sugar. It's got Glutamine and BCAAs, tastes fantastic and is cheaper.

[BIG_DADDY]

Originally Posted by Silock

Hmm... Might give it a try, but I'm really partial to ON Whey. This is nearly $13 per tub cheaper, though.

It's a really clean protein. Your body will like it.

[Hammock Parties]

Guess Amazon LIES!