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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.

MoreLemonPledge · 07-16-2012, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DBOSHO

Would pushups or bench press be more beneficial in losing chest fat

Yes.

**lewdog** · 07-16-2012, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DBOSHO

Would pushups or bench press be more beneficial in losing chest fat

You cannot spot reduce an area of fat on the body. Burn calories overall to lose fat. We all carry our fat differently as well.

Omaha · 07-16-2012, 07:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lewdog

You cannot spot reduce an area of fat on the body. Burn calories overall to lose fat. We all carry our fat differently as well.

Yeah. Lewdog, for example, has a 29 inch waist with huge banana-shaped moobs.

**lewdog** · 07-16-2012, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Omaha

Yeah. Lewdog, for example, has a 29 inch waist with huge banana-shaped moobs.

That got me good!

But in all honesty, I would ****ing tear your bitch ass apart while you watch Trublood, while doing a "full body" cleanse and using your 2.5 lb dumbbells.

Silock · 07-16-2012, 11:20 PM

I haven't been to the gym in almost a month. :sigh:

I have whooping cough and cracked ribs thanks to my game on Friday night. It's definitely slowing me down

Hopefully I'm back to full strength soon and can get back in the gym.

el borracho · 07-18-2012, 07:50 PM

Haven't maxed in a while but I can now do sets with 255 on the bench. 21 reps over 4 sets (6,6,5,4). Probably try to bump the weight when I get closer to 25 reps. Hoping to be doing sets with 275 by October.

**Buehler445** · 07-18-2012, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silock

I haven't been to the gym in almost a month. :sigh:

I have whooping cough and cracked ribs thanks to my game on Friday night. It's definitely slowing me down

Hopefully I'm back to full strength soon and can get back in the gym.

Son of a bitch. That sounds......awful.

Silock · 07-18-2012, 11:47 PM

Definitely unpleasant when I cough. I guess it's my own fault for playing while I was still sick, but that probably had nothing to do with getting hurt.

**Buehler445** · 07-19-2012, 09:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silock

Definitely unpleasant when I cough. I guess it's my own fault for playing while I was still sick, but that probably had nothing to do with getting hurt.

I've never broken a rib, but I've had a rib out before. As intolerable as that is, I can't imagine a broken rib.

InChiefsHeaven · 07-25-2012, 10:38 AM

So I bought The Rack. Not sure if it's been talked about in this thread. Just done 2 of the DVD's so far. I can't reach my hair to wash it today. These are short circuit training workouts that have kicked my ass so far.

Gonna take it slow at first but I plan to do the 12 week program the week my son leaves for the Marines...give me some incentive for when we go get him in November.

**lewdog** · 07-26-2012, 07:18 PM

Alright, small brag time.

I sumo deadlifted 375 for an easy single today, which is the most I have done since my hip injuries I have had for the past 3 years from Olympic lifting. So back over 2x bodyweight deads (bw 185lbs)! Felt really strong and easy today too. I have been doing 5/3/1 for a few months now and love the simplicity of deads, squats, military press and bench for the main lifts.

Wish I could do the Oly lifts again but I guess being healthy in the gym is a bit more enjoyable.

Silock · 07-26-2012, 10:40 PM

Grats!

Nearly two months out of the gym for me

. I'm getting fat and slow and weak. Fuuuuuuuuuck. Can't wait to get back to it.

**lewdog** · 08-04-2012, 04:04 PM

EPIC FAIL

If you "leg day" does not contain a deadlift or squat variation, this is an epic fail!

NewChief · 08-04-2012, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lewdog

EPIC FAIL

If you "leg day" does not contain a deadlift or squat variation, this is an epic fail!

Heh.

AndChiefs · 08-06-2012, 05:36 AM

Hey,

Quick question for you workout guys. I'm thinking of joining a gym but here's my problem.

I travel for work nearly every week which means I can be anywhere in the US from Monday-Thursday while being home in Houston every weekend. I need to find something that is in Houston while being in as many cities around the country as possible. I was thinking of 24 hour fitness but I was hoping some of you might know of something I can find in more places. Anyone have any ideas or do you think 24 hour is my best choice?

01-02-2012, 12:56 PM
penguinz Supporter Join Date: Mar 2003 Casino cash: $3117626	**. 2012 General Fitness Thread . 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. Last edited by penguinz; 01-03-2012 at 07:38 AM..
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07-16-2012, 11:20 PM	#605
Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	I haven't been to the gym in almost a month. :sigh: I have whooping cough and cracked ribs thanks to my game on Friday night. It's definitely slowing me down Hopefully I'm back to full strength soon and can get back in the gym.
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07-18-2012, 07:50 PM	#606
el borracho In Pat We Trust Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Albuquerque, NM Casino cash: $6399148	Haven't maxed in a while but I can now do sets with 255 on the bench. 21 reps over 4 sets (6,6,5,4). Probably try to bump the weight when I get closer to 25 reps. Hoping to be doing sets with 275 by October.
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07-18-2012, 11:47 PM	#608
Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	Definitely unpleasant when I cough. I guess it's my own fault for playing while I was still sick, but that probably had nothing to do with getting hurt.
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07-25-2012, 10:38 AM	#610
InChiefsHeaven Rockin' yer FACE OFF! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Omaha, Nebraska Casino cash: $3894937	So I bought The Rack. Not sure if it's been talked about in this thread. Just done 2 of the DVD's so far. I can't reach my hair to wash it today. These are short circuit training workouts that have kicked my ass so far. Gonna take it slow at first but I plan to do the 12 week program the week my son leaves for the Marines...give me some incentive for when we go get him in November. __________________ We have a million reasons for failure, but not one excuse... Die Donks, DIE!! Holy Crap fellas!!! We did it!!! THREE TIMES!!!
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07-26-2012, 07:18 PM	#611
lewdog Mod Team Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Valley of the hot as **** Casino cash: $1921900	Alright, small brag time. I sumo deadlifted 375 for an easy single today, which is the most I have done since my hip injuries I have had for the past 3 years from Olympic lifting. So back over 2x bodyweight deads (bw 185lbs)! Felt really strong and easy today too. I have been doing 5/3/1 for a few months now and love the simplicity of deads, squats, military press and bench for the main lifts. Wish I could do the Oly lifts again but I guess being healthy in the gym is a bit more enjoyable.
Posts: 45,570

07-26-2012, 10:40 PM	#612
Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	Grats! Nearly two months out of the gym for me . I'm getting fat and slow and weak. Fuuuuuuuuuck. Can't wait to get back to it.
Posts: 19,908

08-04-2012, 04:04 PM	#613
lewdog Mod Team Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Valley of the hot as **** Casino cash: $1921900	EPIC FAIL If you "leg day" does not contain a deadlift or squat variation, this is an epic fail!
Posts: 45,570

08-06-2012, 05:36 AM	#615
AndChiefs Bazinga! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Houston, TX Casino cash: $1671820	Hey, Quick question for you workout guys. I'm thinking of joining a gym but here's my problem. I travel for work nearly every week which means I can be anywhere in the US from Monday-Thursday while being home in Houston every weekend. I need to find something that is in Houston while being in as many cities around the country as possible. I was thinking of 24 hour fitness but I was hoping some of you might know of something I can find in more places. Anyone have any ideas or do you think 24 hour is my best choice? __________________
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