Life *.* 2014 General Fitness Thread *.* - Page 50

**penguinz** · 01-01-2014, 07:34 PM

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.

SeeingRed · 03-24-2014, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by luv

I know it's always dangerous to post pictures of ourselves on here, but oh friggin' well. Here's my before and "in progress" picture. Almost halfway to where I want to be!

nice

RunKC · 03-24-2014, 07:52 PM

Good job luv! You look great. Don't give up!

**lewdog** · 03-24-2014, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by luv

I know it's always dangerous to post pictures of ourselves on here, but oh friggin' well. Here's my before and "in progress" picture. Almost halfway to where I want to be! Oh, and the In Progress picture is from tonight after the gym.

Geez, that's a huge difference! Really looks like way more than the 50lbs you mentioned. Impressive stuff.

**luv** · 03-24-2014, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by penguinz

Good work!

Thanks. I started out at 44.4% body fat in November. Down to 37.4%. 202 lbs. Still working on just getting down to overweight...lol. My goal is 25% body fat before I start on any type of toning. That will put me at about 145. I started at 256.

**lewdog** · 03-24-2014, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by luv

Thanks. I started out at 44.4% body fat in November. Down to 37.4%. 202 lbs. Still working on just getting down to overweight...lol. My goal is 25% body fat before I start on any type of toning. That will put me at about 145. I started at 256.

First tip...don't ever use the word toning. If your trainer uses the word toning, fire him/her. Losing bodyfat is the term. Toning does not exist.

Reps on what you've accomplished though. Very awesome.

**luv** · 03-24-2014, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by lewdog

Geez, that's a huge difference! Really looks like way more than the 50lbs you mentioned. Impressive stuff.

The inches have just been shedding the past few months. I'm sitting at 54 lbs lost right now. The frustrating thing is, even though I now actually have a muscle that pops up when I flex my biceps, they haven't lost any inches, and the fat is still hanging there. Damn wings!

**luv** · 03-24-2014, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by lewdog

First tip...don't ever use the word toning. If your trainer uses the word toning, fire him/her. Losing bodyfat is the term. Toning does not exist.

Reps on what you've accomplished though. Very awesome.

I don't think he has. That's just me talking. Right now, I'm doing split circuits for the first half of my workout and cardio intervals for the second half. Lately, the main term I hear him say is "BURN"...lol. I guess I use the work toning for "working on definition". Sorry if I'm showing my ignorance.

scho63 · 03-24-2014, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by luv

I know it's always dangerous to post pictures of ourselves on here, but oh friggin' well. Here's my before and "in progress" picture. Almost halfway to where I want to be! Oh, and the In Progress picture is from tonight after the gym.

CONGRATS ON THE PROGRESS!

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

I'm down 52 lbs myself since Dec 27th and halfway as well. Feels great and gets easier each day. I'm almost 51 yrs old but I feel about 30 these days. No more winded or sweating after walking 20 feet. I do between 6 1/2 to 7 miles on the elliptical 3-4 nights a week along with weightlifting.

And headed to the gym now.....

**lewdog** · 03-24-2014, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by luv

I don't think he has. That's just me talking. Right now, I'm doing split circuits for the first half of my workout and cardio intervals for the second half. Right now, the main term I hear him say is "BURN"...lol. I guess I use the work toning, for "working on definition". Sorry if I'm showing my ignorance.

Showing definition simply means the layer of fat covering the muscle is less, meaning you've lost bodyfat. People use toning to suggest you can "tone" a certain part of your body at a time. That simply isn't true. You lose bodyfat everywhere around your body when you are burning fat stores. It's just some sections of the body hold more body fat than others (my lower abs

).

**luv** · 03-24-2014, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by lewdog

Showing definition simply means the layer of fat covering the muscle is less, meaning you've lost bodyfat. People use toning to suggest you can "tone" a certain part of your body at a time. That simply isn't true. You lose bodyfat everywhere around your body when you are burning fat stores. It's just some sections of the body hold more body fat than others (my lower abs

).

Yeah. Trainer did say that.

My arms seem to be that stinkin' area. Grrr...

**luv** · 03-24-2014, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by scho63

CONGRATS ON THE PROGRESS!

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

I'm down 52 lbs myself since Dec 27th and halfway as well. Feels great and gets easier each day. I'm almost 51 yrs old but I feel about 30 these days. No more winded or sweating after walking 20 feet. I do between 6 1/2 to 7 miles on the elliptical 3-4 nights a week along with weightlifting.

And headed to the gym now.....

That is awesome! Love me some gym! I've always been told I look 27, so I'm wondering what this will do. There are times I look at my face in the mirror in the middle of a workout and realize that I kind of look my age whenever I'm pushing myself...lol. Enjoy your workout!

Hammock Parties · 03-24-2014, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by luv

Sorry if I'm showing my ignorance.

No problem.

RunKC · 03-24-2014, 08:36 PM

What are some great exercises to work out the lower abs? I know that your diet is key but there has to be some workouts to help get that damn thing flat.

Hammock Parties · 03-24-2014, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by RunKC

What are some great exercises to work out the lower abs? I know that your diet is key but there has to be some workouts to help get that damn thing flat.

Flat = fat loss.

Leg lifts work, though.

You can also do them laying flat on your back.

**lewdog** · 03-24-2014, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by RunKC

What are some great exercises to work out the lower abs? I know that your diet is key but there has to be some workouts to help get that damn thing flat.

Remove the fat...see the abs.

You can have a 6-pack through low bodyfat alone without working out. Lots of AB work is severely overrated and a waste of time. Lower abs are one of the last to show so it takes getting pretty ****ing ripped to see them.

01-01-2014, 07:34 PM
penguinz Supporter Join Date: Mar 2003 Casino cash: $3107626	**. 2014 General Fitness Thread . 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.
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RunKC Andy Reid Supporter Join Date: Apr 2012 Casino cash: $2259611	What are some great exercises to work out the lower abs? I know that your diet is key but there has to be some workouts to help get that damn thing flat. __________________ Mike Greenberg@Espngreeny I can’t fathom what it must be like to be a fan of the #Chiefs. Adopt a Chief: Noah Gray
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