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**penguinz** · 07:38 AM

Welcome to 2012! Now get your ass in top physical condition!

**From the 2011 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.

**lewdog** · 06-13-2012, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Omaha

I WILL DESTROY YOU!

Did you include the DVD collection of all the season of Trueblood and a pink steering wheel cover in you order as well?

Omaha · 06-14-2012, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by lewdog

Did you include the DVD collection of all the season of Trueblood and a pink steering wheel cover in you order as well?

Holy shit. I think I need to change my Amazon password.

Silock · 06-25-2012, 04:19 AM

****ERS.

Anyway, I'm excited to start a new cycle of the 531. I went away from it for a while while I was doing some knee and back rehab, but I'm back on it starting today. Accidentally deleted my old spreadsheet, but found this one that kicks ass.

http://www.allthingsgym.com/2012/01/...-poteto-v1-28/

I love the graphs and stats it tracks for you.

So, I'm only doing it 5 days a week, and I have modified it a little bit. Because of my spine issues, I can't do heavy squats anymore, and I have to start way over on the deadlift with super light weight to build up some deficiencies in strength. My schedule will be:
M - Military Press (Assistance: Military Press, BB Row, Tricep extension)
W - RFESS, Deadlifts (Assistance: Good Mornings, Crunches)
R - Bench (Assistance: DB Incline Bench, Weighted Pull-ups, Weighted Dips)

Aspengc8 · 06-25-2012, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Silock

****ERS.

Anyway, I'm excited to start a new cycle of the 531. I went away from it for a while while I was doing some knee and back rehab, but I'm back on it starting today. Accidentally deleted my old spreadsheet, but found this one that kicks ass.

http://www.allthingsgym.com/2012/01/...-poteto-v1-28/

I love the graphs and stats it tracks for you.

So, I'm only doing it 5 days a week, and I have modified it a little bit. Because of my spine issues, I can't do heavy squats anymore, and I have to start way over on the deadlift with super light weight to build up some deficiencies in strength. My schedule will be:
M - Military Press (Assistance: Military Press, BB Row, Tricep extension)
W - RFESS, Deadlifts (Assistance: Good Mornings, Crunches)
R - Bench (Assistance: DB Incline Bench, Weighted Pull-ups, Weighted Dips)

I love wendlers stuff. Been on 531 for a while now, using Tate's time under tension stuff for assistance & more bodybuilding movements.

Omaha · 07-10-2012, 08:30 AM

Creatine question. I've not been taking this. How much should I take & when should I take it?

**penguinz** · 07-10-2012, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Omaha

Creatine question. I've not been taking this. How much should I take & when should I take it?

A scoop before workout and a scoop after. Mix it with grape juice.

Make sure you drink lots of water. If not you may experience cramping and/or headaches.

Omaha · 07-10-2012, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by penguinz

A scoop before workout and a scoop after. Mix it with grape juice.

Make sure you drink lots of water. If not you may experience cramping and/or headaches.

How big is the scoop?

MoreLemonPledge · 07-10-2012, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Omaha

How big is the scoop?

Pure creatine monohydrate? A teaspoon, or 5 grams. If you're using some of that mixed, flavored crap, the scoop should be included.

Omaha · 07-10-2012, 01:39 PM

So I need 10 grams every day?

I've read that I should take a week or two off every 6 weeks or so, but I thought I read on here that this wasn't necessary?

Silock · 07-10-2012, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Omaha

Creatine question. I've not been taking this. How much should I take & when should I take it?

5g (1 teaspoon) every day. It doesn't matter when you take it. The only important thing is remembering to take it. Cycling isn't necessary. You can take it year-round. You don't *have* to load it, but doing so saturates the muscle more quickly. But if you don't load it, no big deal. You'll reach saturation in a few weeks, anyway.

Omaha · 07-10-2012, 02:27 PM

I've finally gotten a pretty good 6 pack. Will the extra water weight ruin that?

**penguinz** · 07-10-2012, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Omaha

I've finally gotten a pretty good 6 pack. Will the extra water weight ruin that?

Totally possible. Just counter that with some dbol and HGH

MoreLemonPledge · 07-10-2012, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Omaha

I've finally gotten a pretty good 6 pack. Will the extra water weight ruin that?

It shouldn't. It's not adding fat to you.

Silock · 07-10-2012, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Omaha

I've finally gotten a pretty good 6 pack. Will the extra water weight ruin that?

No. Creatine's water weight is simply the extra weight in your muscle from water. It doesn't cause water retention outside of muscles, so it should actually make your muscles slightly larger.

**Bearcat** · 07-10-2012, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Silock

5g (1 teaspoon) every day. It doesn't matter when you take it. The only important thing is remembering to take it. Cycling isn't necessary. You can take it year-round. You don't *have* to load it, but doing so saturates the muscle more quickly. But if you don't load it, no big deal. You'll reach saturation in a few weeks, anyway.

Thanks for the video... since buying the pills (CEE, IIRC), that's the 2nd time I've heard the powder is better. I used the powder in college and it worked well... I think the pills have worked, but the workouts are more intense these days, too.... I might switch just to see if there's a difference.

01-02-2012, 12:56 PM
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Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	****ERS. Anyway, I'm excited to start a new cycle of the 531. I went away from it for a while while I was doing some knee and back rehab, but I'm back on it starting today. Accidentally deleted my old spreadsheet, but found this one that kicks ass. http://www.allthingsgym.com/2012/01/...-poteto-v1-28/ I love the graphs and stats it tracks for you. So, I'm only doing it 5 days a week, and I have modified it a little bit. Because of my spine issues, I can't do heavy squats anymore, and I have to start way over on the deadlift with super light weight to build up some deficiencies in strength. My schedule will be: M - Military Press (Assistance: Military Press, BB Row, Tricep extension) W - RFESS, Deadlifts (Assistance: Good Mornings, Crunches) R - Bench (Assistance: DB Incline Bench, Weighted Pull-ups, Weighted Dips)
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07-10-2012, 08:30 AM	#575
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07-10-2012, 01:39 PM	#579
Omaha Badass! Join Date: May 2010 Casino cash: $10016579	So I need 10 grams every day? I've read that I should take a week or two off every 6 weeks or so, but I thought I read on here that this wasn't necessary?
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07-10-2012, 02:27 PM	#581
Omaha Badass! Join Date: May 2010 Casino cash: $10016579	I've finally gotten a pretty good 6 pack. Will the extra water weight ruin that?
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