Workout Thread

[The Raven]

thanks, i know what they all are when you describe them, i just wasnt sure with the names. We call the 6 inches cycle the plank for example, its a tuff one.

Theres another one we done in school, lay on your back outstreched, arms straight out above you head. Legs and arms together, tehn lift them just a couple inches of the ground, pull your legs and arms up to they touch in the middle then lower them (keeping them together) and bring them down to your starting point a couple inches from the ground, never let them touch, and repeat. its tuff

That sounds brutal

[cursona pirate]

Do you have access to weights? I could help with arms, and shoulders better if I knew what variety of weights you had access to.

As far as abs go, doing ab circuits is the way to go. My coach gives us brutal ab wrokouts by doing rapid fire ab exercises with no breaks. I don't know the actual science behind them, but we'll do exercises that complement each other really well. For example, we'll start with speed crunches, then move into bicycles, then into boxer crunches, and repeat. A really killer ab workout you could do is speed crunches, bicycles, boxer crunches, V-ups, hip tilts, snap touches, and finish up with a 6 inches cycle. You can do them for whatever time duration you wish, I would suggest starting at 30 seconds to get acclimated to it, but try and do a minute of each.

If you need explanations for any of this I can help with that.

I have a treadmill

I have a bench press thingy with some weights

20 pound dumbells

I know a couple ab workouts from cross country. They seem to work. I just would like to learn more.

I also looked up I need to have around 3677 calories a day. I am at 3,105 today so far. Gotta have a big dessert.

[The Raven]

I have a treadmill

I have a bench press thingy with some weights

20 pound dumbells

I know a couple ab workouts from cross country. They seem to work. I just would like to learn more.

I also looked up I need to have around 3677 calories a day. I am at 3,105 today so far. Gotta have a big dessert.

Do pushups. Lots and lots of pushups. Obviously you could do bench press. You could do rowing pushups with the dumbells. You could do overhead presses. For mass gaining, I would recomend peanut butter and milk. Whey Protein is a very good protein shale for mass gaining.

My coach either found or invented the absolute most diabolical exercise ever you could do with those dumbells. They're called "man makers". You're gonna get into a push up position with dumbells in your hands, row with your right hand, row with your left hand, do a pushup, jump up into a standing position, and then press the dumbells over your head. If you've ever done burpees or squat thrusts its like that. They will shred your upperbody.

[cursona pirate]

Do pushups. Lots and lots of pushups. Obviously you could do bench press. You could do rowing pushups with the dumbells. You could do overhead presses. For mass gaining, I would recomend peanut butter and milk. Whey Protein is a very good protein shale for mass gaining.

My coach either found or invented the absolute most diabolical exercise ever you could do with those dumbells. They're called "man makers". You're gonna get into a push up position with dumbells in your hands, row with your right hand, row with your left hand, do a pushup, jump up into a standing position, and then press the dumbells over your head. If you've ever done burpees or squat thrusts its like that. They will shred your upperbody.

I eat peanut butter all the time! Drink milk alot too. The dumbell pushup thing sounds nasty. I will have to try that! Thanks for the help!

[The Raven]

I eat peanut butter all the time! Drink milk alot too. The dumbell pushup thing sounds nasty. I will have to try that! Thanks for the help!

No problem man

[The Raven]

So what's everybody's max lifts for bench, squat, deadlift, and/or power clean?

[EnVy_CaLiBeR]

So what's everybody's max lifts for bench, squat, deadlift, and/or power clean?

When I was a workout horse in high school, I was benching about 300 and squatting close to 600. I doubt I'm anywhere close to that now cause I got lazy when I graduated two years ago. lol

I'm starting to get back working out cause I gained some weight. I weighed about 260 when I was wrestling in high school and since then I'm close to 280. Got too lazy and my mom loves to cook so it gets to be difficult to resist sometimes lol. I stopped drinking sodas and juice altogether making sure I always have bottled waters. Trying to stop eating out and been eating more fruit and I've been walking with my dog more(at least an hour a day) and then I come in and make sure I do as many pushups as I can. Been feeling much more better since I started doing it a couple of weeks ago.

[The Raven]

When I was a workout horse in high school, I was benching about 300 and squatting close to 600. I doubt I'm anywhere close to that now cause I got lazy when I graduated two years ago. lol

I'm starting to get back working out cause I gained some weight. I weighed about 260 when I was wrestling in high school and since then I'm close to 280. Got too lazy and my mom loves to cook so it gets to be difficult to resist sometimes lol. I stopped drinking sodas and juice altogether making sure I always have bottled waters. Trying to stop eating out and been eating more fruit and I've been walking with my dog more(at least an hour a day) and then I come in and make sure I do as many pushups as I can. Been feeling much more better since I started doing it a couple of weeks ago.

Thats good stuff man.

I bench about 215 on a good day. Being 190 I'll take it. My goal was to bench over my body weight

I've squatted 350, but I've box squatted 515 for a set of 8. I was going for a 1+ set and my coach made me keep lifting until I couldn't. I haven't tried to go much higher than that on box squat because that killed my back.

I power cleaned 205 a few weeks ago but haven't gotten that lately.

365 dead lift.

I drink nothing but water unless I'm eating out, and when I do eat out I try to drink tea instead.

I try to do at least 100 pushups today, which has helped my bench a lot.

[BloodRaven]

Currently benching 353lb for 10 reps x 3 sets.

Deadlifting 650lb with straps and no belt.

Don't squat but I've maxed the legpress at my gym at 1600lb, at that weight there is no such thing as padding.

Can only powerclean about 200lb.

I'm 6'3" 290lb.

[arnie_uk]

Currently benching 353lb for 10 reps x 3 sets.

Deadlifting 650lb with straps and no belt.

Don't squat but I've maxed the legpress at my gym at 1600lb, at that weight there is no such thing as padding.

Can only powerclean about 200lb.

I'm 6'3" 290lb.

You should be down at OTAs

[BloodRaven]

You should be down at OTAs

Lol I've got great genetics for strength and building muscle but bone growth almost closed my sinuses when I was young, I can't do regular cardio because I lose too much water breathing in and out through my mouth. I did play when I was younger and made Arena 2 a few years ago but it didn't work out.

[codizzle]

Currently benching 353lb for 10 reps x 3 sets.

Deadlifting 650lb with straps and no belt.

Don't squat but I've maxed the legpress at my gym at 1600lb, at that weight there is no such thing as padding.

Can only powerclean about 200lb.

I'm 6'3" 290lb.

*mental note*

Never make bloodraven angry unless ur far away enough to run

*check*

[Guest Moderator 6]

I think I have the slowest metabolism in the world. If I dont run at least 10 miles a week I start to gain weight even though I dont eat terribly. I think maybe I should start the smaller meal strategy.

Anyways I do a lot of Push-Ups/core exercises/yoga in an attempt to stay lean because I am not really interested in bulking up. Anyone else do that kind of thing or have a good workout routine where they dont have time to go the gym a lot?

I'm also thinking about trying p90x...has anyone had success with that?

I know I'm a little late to the game, but yes, I have. You only get out of it what you put into it. It takes a lot of discipline like any workout program.

[Purple Punishment]

P90x is cool. My fiance just got the Insanity workout and I do it with her along with the gym. I gotta say, Im in good shape and that workout will kill ya

[Purple Punishment]

BTW If anyone would like to take a week off from working out but still look amazing. This will come in handy!

Edited April 26, 2012 by Moderator 3
You knew that wasn't going to last

[The Raven]

Currently benching 353lb for 10 reps x 3 sets.

Deadlifting 650lb with straps and no belt.

Don't squat but I've maxed the legpress at my gym at 1600lb, at that weight there is no such thing as padding.

Can only powerclean about 200lb.

I'm 6'3" 290lb.

Crap! Nice man.

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Currently benching 353lb for 10 reps x 3 sets.<br />

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Deadlifting 650lb with straps and no belt.<br />

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Don't squat but I've maxed the legpress at my gym at 1600lb, at that weight there is no such thing as padding.<br />

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I'm 6'3" 290lb.<br />

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Big deal, I'm 6'3" and 190 also....oh wait, you said 290. Yikes!

[The Raven]

Kinda related, does anyone here know any drills or exercises for linebackers and fullbacks? I've only played guard in highschool, but the coach at the college I'm going to said I should try fullback or linebacker there. I'm trying to get faster and work on getting more explosive out of a 2 point stance.

[usmccharles]

Whats up guys, just found this thread and read through the whole thing. Just wanted to see if i could get any responses. So im 5'9 153ish and work out roughly 5 days a week, trying to eat as good as i can, protien shake a day and a protien bar, taking amp189 creatine. I have a very skinny build and im looking to get to about 170. Im guessing i just need to eat more which is very hard for me, i dont seem to have the appetite at all, i can easily go a day with out eating and it not bother me, but since ive been back in the gym i dont skip a day with out some chicken or fish.

I was wandering if anyone has any advice on putting on mass. It seems when i try to eat more it goes straight to my stomach, i end up looking like im pregnant, not cool. i cant do very hard leg work outs due to having a knee surgery a couple months ago so that doesnt help. anyways, hope to bring this thread back to life.

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I am getting ready to start my 3rd set of P90X. Did two sessions about 1 and a 1/2 years ago, but am now back to 196ish...

Need a little injection of something intense to get me back down to 186 - 190 and P90X seems to work for me. Going to go with higher weights on everything this go-around and hope for some mass. May prove difficult, though, since I am 6'3" and have always been relatively thin. We shall see!

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Charles, I am not a big workout guy here, but I will just say eat tons of protein and lift high weight, low rep. I know thats nothing knew, but I am bored at work

[usmccharles]

Haha thanks. I stick with the 10-8-6 reps

[Guest Moderator 6]

I am getting ready to start my 3rd set of P90X. Did two sessions about 1 and a 1/2 years ago, but am now back to 196ish...

Need a little injection of something intense to get me back down to 186 - 190 and P90X seems to work for me. Going to go with higher weights on everything this go-around and hope for some mass. May prove difficult, though, since I am 6'3" and have always been relatively thin. We shall see!

Sounds like me on day one. I stuck to it every day, followed the nutritional plan to the tee, and lost over 20 pounds in the end. You gotta stick to it to get serious results, or stay with it 80% of the time and you won't have a problem losing 10 pounds

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Yeah, I went from about 210/212 down to 186 during the first set and then just maintained and gained muscle the second. This time, I hope to build a little bit of mass (my metabolism is too fast to gain a ton) and drop the 10 I gained back. Then, I will certainly need to do something every week more than just my flag football and basketball leagues!

[Malkavian Raven]

There are a few "tricks" I use to help me. The first is fairly common, in that I drink a lot of water every day. No less than 64-ounces each day.

The second is eating all-natural foods without processed sugars, etc. The best places to shop for all-natural foods are Meijer & Kroger as they have their all-natural sections. I really love the smoothies you can get by Bolthouse Farms. You want to beef up, try drinking the Green Goodness brand. You want to eat less, drink 8-ounces about 10-minutes before each meal.

The third trick I use, and it sounds completely nuts -- dry-skin brushing (exfoliating). Get you a shower brush, and scrub your skin down before you get into the shower. Arms, legs, chest, stomach and back. Again, it seems weird, but it does work as long as you stick with it. The human skin is nothing more than a sponge and your pores are always getting blocked by oils and other toxins. Dry-skin brushing before you shower, you will notice the difference in your skin when you step into the shower and lather up.

The last two tips I can give you are: during the warmer months, workout outside in the heat as opposed to inside an air-conditioned space. Lastly, treadmills & stationary bikes -- forget about it. You'll build more muscle and lose more weight if you actually go out and feel the resistance of the road. I bicycle 60-miles a week and run 20, not jog.

I currently 5'10", weigh 240-lbs, with 12% body fat. I keep going at this rate, I won't have a neck before too long.

~ Malkavian Raven

Edited June 14, 2012 by Malkavian Raven

[Guest Moderator 6]

Yeah, I went from about 210/212 down to 186 during the first set and then just maintained and gained muscle the second. This time, I hope to build a little bit of mass (my metabolism is too fast to gain a ton) and drop the 10 I gained back. Then, I will certainly need to do something every week more than just my flag football and basketball leagues!

If you can do P90X on top of the football and basketball that will be awesome. Just stick to it and the results will show up. Speaking of which, I need to get my flag football team fired up again...

There are a few "tricks" I use to help me. The first is fairly common, in that I drink a lot of water every day. No less than 64-ounces each day.

The second is eating all-natural foods without processed sugars, etc. The best places to shop for all-natural foods are Meijer & Kroger as they have their all-natural sections. I really love the smoothies you can get by Bolthouse Farms. You want to beef up, try drinking the Green Goodness brand. You want to eat less, drink 8-ounces about 10-minutes before each meal.

The third trick I use, and it sounds completely nuts -- dry-skin brushing (exfoliating). Get you a shower brush, and scrub your skin down before you get into the shower. Arms, legs, chest, stomach and back. Again, it seems weird, but it does work as long as you stick with it. The human skin is nothing more than a sponge and your pores are always getting blocked by oils and other toxins. Dry-skin brushing before you shower, you will notice the difference in your skin when you step into the shower and lather up.

The last two tips I can give you are: during the warmer months, workout outside in the heat as opposed to inside an air-conditioned space. Lastly, treadmills & stationary bikes -- forget about it. You'll build more muscle and lose more weight if you actually go out and feel the resistance of the road. I bicycle 60-miles a week and run 20, not jog.

I currently 5'10", weigh 240-lbs, with 12% body fat. I keep going at this rate, I won't have a neck before too long.

~ Malkavian Raven

That's awesome. I agree with everything you said. I usually make smoothies myself. It's just 8oz. of skim milk (my only dairy of the day) and 2 cups of strawberries. Nothing else, and it's SO good. It's like candy for me lol.

I've never heard of dry-skin brushing. Yes it does sound nuts haha. I take it that it lets the oils and other toxins out of your body faster? This is interesting; I'll have to look into it later.

[Malkavian Raven]

That's awesome. I agree with everything you said. I usually make smoothies myself. It's just 8oz. of skim milk (my only dairy of the day) and 2 cups of strawberries. Nothing else, and it's SO good. It's like candy for me lol.

I've never heard of dry-skin brushing. Yes it does sound nuts haha. I take it that it lets the oils and other toxins out of your body faster? This is interesting; I'll have to look into it later.

That's what I thought when I read about it the first time, but it helps on several levels. The key ones being, #1) it keeps your pores open and allows them to cleanse your body quicker. #2) It actually helps with fatigue, because the toxins are getting out much quicker, they aren't there to make you so mentally & physically tired.

I'll see if I can't find you an article and post it.

~ Malkavian Raven

[Guest Moderator 6]

That's what I thought when I read about it the first time, but it helps on several levels. The key ones being, #1) it keeps your pores open and allows them to cleanse your body quicker. #2) It actually helps with fatigue, because the toxins are getting out much quicker, they aren't there to make you so mentally & physically tired.

I'll see if I can't find you an article and post it.

~ Malkavian Raven

If you find anything let me know. I'll look into it later. I'm certainly interested in it. I am considering trying this now

[Malkavian Raven]

If you find anything let me know. I'll look into it later. I'm certainly interested in it. I am considering trying this now

Here's the original article I read: http://www.naturalnews.com/033194_skin_brushing_detoxification.html

[usmccharles]

Sounds like me on day one. I stuck to it every day, followed the nutritional plan to the tee, and lost over 20 pounds in the end. You gotta stick to it to get serious results, or stay with it 80% of the time and you won't have a problem losing 10 pounds

whats your opinion on a skinny guy doing p90x? ive always been interested, but i dont need to lose weight. 5'9 153...i struggle to keep weight up.

Here's the original article I read: http://www.naturalne...xification.html

Amazing article, i shall try this