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SenselessChiefsFan · 11-28-2009, 07:40 PM

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.

NewChief · 03-16-2010, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by dreaminboutsunday

Yea slightly, I'm 22.75 (turn 23 in June).

Ahh yeah. Must be nice. I used to naturally have that build... then I spent the last 15 years putting on weight. Now I'm trying to get back to that lean build again. 5 lbs. from goal.

dreaminboutsunday · 03-16-2010, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by NewPhin

Ahh yeah. Must be nice. I used to naturally have that build... then I spent the last 15 years putting on weight. Now I'm trying to get back to that lean build again. 5 lbs. from goal.

Good deal man! Keep up the hard work! I know how hard it is to put on weight, I can only imagine how much harder it is to lose.

Hammock Parties · 03-16-2010, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by dreaminboutsunday

Here's a pic (from 2.5 years ago).. cropped my face to avoid any stalkers.

Bastard!

Brock · 03-16-2010, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by dreaminboutsunday

Here's a pic (from 2.5 years ago).. cropped my face to avoid any stalkers.

Looks like you should be giving advice, not listening to this bunch.

dreaminboutsunday · 03-16-2010, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Brock

Looks like you should be giving advice, not listening to this bunch.

ha. If anybody has any questions I'd be more than happy to give my 2 cents. Although if it's more of questions on cutting weight instead of gaining weight, I'm prolly not the best resource but I'm sure I could help somewhat.

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 03-16-2010, 02:18 PM

Awesome workout today. Did my weight lifting routine and then 30 solid minutes on the elliptical.

I actually bumped that bad boy up to level 17 for the whole thing today. I don't really believe I burn as many calories as it says that I do, but it's an awesome feeling knowing in January I was burning 17 calories a minute on there, and now in the middle of March and 35lbs lighter, I'm burning over 22. Regardless of how much I'm actually burning, it's good to see some measurable form of all that hard work.

Silock · 03-16-2010, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by dreaminboutsunday

I wouldn't be able to recall everything I did or be able to give you the exact terms of the exercises.. I have been working out off and mostly on for the past 5 years, so I know what I'm doing in the gym.. I've gained roughly 8 pounds since the beginning of February... Not saying I know everything, but I know a great deal about the proper forms, nutrition, and recovery.. I have a picture at home from when I first started working out compared to myself now. It's quite encouraging to myself and could be so to some people on here as well, I'll post it sometime this week when I'm at home.

Right on. I'd be interested to see. You and I have similar builds, too. You look like you might be a bit taller, though.

What are your goals? Strength goals? Size goals? Do you have numbers in mind, or are you just kinda winging it? In my experience, people have to gain far less weight than they think they do to look good. There's only so much muscle you can put on naturally, and after that, it's all just fat. 1-2 lbs in the right places makes all the difference in the world. I prefer aiming for those kinds of goals instead of a specific weight. I tried the weight goal, and ended up way too big and bulky, and it wasn't all muscle. Yuck.

Silock · 03-16-2010, 02:22 PM

Took some updated pics today. This thread inspired me. The lighting everywhere in my house sucks. It's either too bright, or too dark. Couldn't find the right place, even though I tried a couple of different ways. Blah. Updated pics.

And one for Brock (even though I'm totally just ****ing with you

):

I hate the way my obliques look. It looks like love handles, but it's all muscle. It's from playing soccer so much, because you really rely on the obliques for hip turning and body positioning. Oh well. Not much I can really do about it, I suppose. Genetics are a bitch sometimes.

Hammock Parties · 03-16-2010, 02:25 PM

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I hate the way my obliques look. It looks like love handles, but it's all muscle

OK, asshole, that's enough. LOL

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 03-16-2010, 02:26 PM

Well, at least I can say I've been taking the majority of my advice from someone who walks the walk. God damn.

Silock · 03-16-2010, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by GoChiefs

OK, asshole, that's enough. LOL

I'm serious! It ****ing bothers me! My wife told me I have a bit of body dysmorphic disorder. She's a psychologist, though, so she's most likely right.

RedThat · 03-16-2010, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Silock

I'm serious! It ****ing bothers me! My wife told me I have a bit of body dysmorphic disorder. She's a psychologist, though, so she's most likely right.

Eh. I say what person that works out doesn't? Practically most people.

*good job btw. you're looking great! keep up the good work

Silock · 03-16-2010, 02:50 PM

Thanks, man. Yeah, we've all got stuff that we like to work on until it's as perfect as it can get... and then we find something else to bitch about lol

dreaminboutsunday · 03-16-2010, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Silock

Took some updated pics today. This thread inspired me. The lighting everywhere in my house sucks. It's either too bright, or too dark. Couldn't find the right place, even though I tried a couple of different ways. Blah. Updated pics.

And one for Brock (even though I'm totally just ****ing with you

):

I hate the way my obliques look. It looks like love handles, but it's all muscle. It's from playing soccer so much, because you really rely on the obliques for hip turning and body positioning. Oh well. Not much I can really do about it, I suppose. Genetics are a bitch sometimes.

couple things that will help with your problem I have been doing (got the same problem)... I am slowly (but surely) making progress on getting more of a straight line from my arm pit to my hips instead of that curvy look you've got. here's a couple links.. this one (http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/cm...Plank_Dips.gif) is good for the end of your routine.. do 15 and then hold for 15 seconds.. then do 10 and hold for 10 seconds.. just do in increments of 5 reps/seconds and up it as you can... another one that you should focus on is:
http://www.americanfitness.net/image...PHYP200Xsm.jpg

but lay on your sides

Silock · 03-16-2010, 03:05 PM

Thanks. I to avoid things with lower back flexion, though. So I do the side planks, but I don't come down with them because they curve the back a lot. Same with back extensions. No bueno for me. I don't think I'll ever be able to really flatten them out, though, simply because of how much soccer play I. I'm a defender, so you spot up on the guy, and are constantly turning your hips while keeping the upper body relatively straight ahead. Puts a lot of pressure on the obliques, and they just get bigger and bigger because you work them so much.

11-28-2009, 07:40 PM
SenselessChiefsFan MVP Join Date: Nov 2008 Casino cash: $10005450	The "I just got back from the gym" and this is what I have eaten thread. 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.
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03-16-2010, 02:22 PM	#1268
Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	Took some updated pics today. This thread inspired me. The lighting everywhere in my house sucks. It's either too bright, or too dark. Couldn't find the right place, even though I tried a couple of different ways. Blah. Updated pics. And one for Brock (even though I'm totally just ****ing with you ): I hate the way my obliques look. It looks like love handles, but it's all muscle. It's from playing soccer so much, because you really rely on the obliques for hip turning and body positioning. Oh well. Not much I can really do about it, I suppose. Genetics are a bitch sometimes.
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03-16-2010, 02:50 PM	#1273
Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	Thanks, man. Yeah, we've all got stuff that we like to work on until it's as perfect as it can get... and then we find something else to bitch about lol
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03-16-2010, 03:05 PM	#1275
Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	Thanks. I to avoid things with lower back flexion, though. So I do the side planks, but I don't come down with them because they curve the back a lot. Same with back extensions. No bueno for me. I don't think I'll ever be able to really flatten them out, though, simply because of how much soccer play I. I'm a defender, so you spot up on the guy, and are constantly turning your hips while keeping the upper body relatively straight ahead. Puts a lot of pressure on the obliques, and they just get bigger and bigger because you work them so much.
Posts: 19,908