*.* 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.

[Omaha]

Originally Posted by Douche Baggins

Dumbbell curls are stupid. Do pull ups.

Pfft. Curls bring the girls.

[Aspengc8]

Originally Posted by Douche Baggins

Dumbbell curls are stupid. Do pull ups.

I hope your not one of those guys that advocate pull/chin ups is all you need for 'complete arm developement'.

[Hammock Parties]

Originally Posted by Aspengc8

I hope your not one of those guys that advocate pull/chin ups is all you need for 'complete arm developement'.

No. But if you want to develop biceps, skip the curls and go for the pull ups.

[Aspengc8]

Originally Posted by Douche Baggins

No. But if you want to develop biceps, skip the curls and go for the pull ups.

If you want to develop biceps, you train them directly. yes, chins & pullups will hit them indirectly but you need direct arm work if want fully developed arms.

[jiveturkey]

Originally Posted by luv

Today is back and arm day. I can't wait to see how much I can dumbbell curl.

Same for me. Heavy weight and long breaks in between sets.

Compound row - 4x6
Seated row - 4x6
Single arm bentover rows - 4x8
Preacher curls - 4x8
Standing alternate DB curls 4x8
Seated reverse flies - 4x8
Crunches - 4x15
Standing barbell twists - 4x15

[luv]

Originally Posted by jiveturkey

Same for me. Heavy weight and long breaks in between sets.

Compound row - 4x6
Seated row - 4x6
Single arm bentover rows - 4x8
Preacher curls - 4x8
Standing alternate DB curls 4x8
Seated reverse flies - 4x8
Crunches - 4x15
Standing barbell twists - 4x15

My workout for tonight is:

Lat pull down - 4x5
Seated cable row - 4x5
One arm dumbbell rows - 4x5 (each arm)
Single arm bicep curls - 4x5 (each arm)
Decline crunches - 3x20 superset with
Toe touches - 3x25
Rowing Intervals - 10 @ 150 meters w/ 15 second rests

[tooge]

went from talking about fat to "back and arms" day
Made me think "back fat"

[ThaVirus]

I rarely ever do bicep specific workouts. Oddly enough, my biceps are one of the most impressive parts of my physique.

[ThaVirus]

Originally Posted by lewdog

Yea, I'm starting to realize I'll never be as strong as I wanna be or as strong as my physique suggests I am. I have the world's smallest parents and that surely hasn't helped my cause. I'm my mom's side of the family's tallest cousin at 5'7".

How's that for bad genetics?!

I know the feels. Apparently, I'm taller than the statistical average (thanks to whoever posted that link in the 'Short Actors' thread!) but I have a very slim build.

I've now resigned to the fact that I'll likely be "small" my whole life.

[jiveturkey]

Originally Posted by ThaVirus

I rarely ever do bicep specific workouts. Oddly enough, my biceps are one of the most impressive parts of my physique.

I used to be the same way but adding in a bicep workout 4 months ago has resulted in some impressive gains. in the 6 months leading up to the change I had added .25" and in the last 4 months I've add a full inch.

Originally Posted by ThaVirus

I know the feels. Apparently, I'm taller than the statistical average (thanks to whoever posted that link in the 'Short Actors' thread!) but I have a very slim build.

I've now resigned to the fact that I'll likely be "small" my whole life.

Also in the same boat. I'm 6'4" and with a slim build. I'm never going to be built like a tank but I can still look good and maximize my genetic potential with this frame.

[Aspengc8]

Originally Posted by ThaVirus

I rarely ever do bicep specific workouts. Oddly enough, my biceps are one of the most impressive parts of my physique.

I'm not saying you need to do a bicep specific workout, I'm just saying it's dumb to NOT do any direct arm work if one of your goals is a decent looking arm. I've not seen anyone with decent arms (18"+) not at least add some curls in after a back workout or finish triceps off after a heavy push day.

A day completely dedicated to just biceps is silly... at least make it a clean up day like arms/abs/calves/etc.

[lewdog]

Was reviewing the "things people do that annoy" you thread.

Here's one and fix it if it's you. The need to stand between the benches, or directly in front of the dumbbell racks because you think you need to see the ****ing mirror to do your curls. Seriously, you don't need the mirror to do a ****ing curl so get the **** out of the way for others needing the benches or the weights.

[Aspengc8]

Originally Posted by lewdog

Was reviewing the "things people do that annoy" you thread.

Here's one and fix it if it's you. The need to stand between the benches, or directly in front of the dumbbell racks because you think you need to see the ****ing mirror to do your curls. Seriously, you don't need the mirror to do a ****ing curl so get the **** out of the way for others needing the benches or the weights.

I hate the mirrors, especially when they put them in the power rack. Nothing worse for your form than watching yourself squat.

[ThaVirus]

Originally Posted by Aspengc8

I'm not saying you need to do a bicep specific workout, I'm just saying it's dumb to NOT do any direct arm work if one of your goals is a decent looking arm. I've not seen anyone with decent arms (18"+) not at least add some curls in after a back workout or finish triceps off after a heavy push day.

A day completely dedicated to just biceps is silly... at least make it a clean up day like arms/abs/calves/etc.

I wasn't disagreeing with you, just making a general observation about myself. My biceps get a lot of indirect workout through wide-grip pull ups, lat pull downs, seated rows, etc. but I rarely ever actually do any type of curl. That makes it kind of odd that they're one of my best physical features.

[ThaVirus]

Not to gay up the thread, but are any of you guys familiar with Simeon Panda? I was perusing Instagram fitness pages the other day and came across this dude. He has, to me, the most ridiculous physique ever.

Spoiler!

I spoiler tagged the pics so you guys don't have to see them every time you visit the thread, but talking about amazing genetics. I'm sure that guy also probably lives in the gym and takes a shit load of supplements.