Updating this for reference. Sadly, my weight has only really gone up to 196lbs. Still need to get those extra 4lbs, so I'll probably end up buying a weight gainer. My lifts have gone up, but my...
There's a strong misconception of what IIFYM means. It's merely a set of guidelines to structure your nutrition/diet regimen on, and for a lot people, they work (if done correctly).
Picked up a dumbbell about two and a half years ago after being tired of being a scrawny kid. Here's the progress. Any constructive criticism and compliments are appreciated.
I'm doing cardio three times a week; just running for 20 minutes at about 5mph, purely for fitness for rugby. Can't say I enjoy it too much, but the feeling I get after I've finished my run is great....
Don't have any set time frame. When I feel I can increase the weight while keeping my reps to at least 4 per set (for big compound lifts) I'll do it. I know if I set a time frame I'd sacrifice my...
I was taught in AS Sport-Studies that DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) could kick in anywhere between 24-72 hours. There are several methods that are meant to curb the pain associated of DOMS,...
The mother doesn't really seem to mind. Aside from the occasional "you're fine the way you are" and "those 'shakes' look so bad for you", I'm pretty much free to eat as much or as little I want.