Your routine is imbalanced (18 sets for chest, 9 for quads for example), has too much volume for some muscle groups, and you're severely limiting the poundage you can use by using 20-30 second rest...
Agreed. Let things normalize a bit before making any changes. Even then I'd probably just continue with the lean bulk unless you're at the higher end of where you wanted to end up in terms of bodyfat.
Mushrooms are awesome. Throw them in a stir fry with chicken and other veggies and you get a ton of volume for minimal calories. A contest prep staple for me.
Subbed for workouts and food p0rn. Really though, I'm impressed. I had no idea seeing you at the gym you were as strong as you are. Plus I'm a sucker for squats when actually done properly. Keep up...
Stick to the basics that are always cheap. Things like chicken breast, cottage cheese, whey, milk, eggs, oats, rice, potatoes, peanut butter, frozen veggies. Buy other stuff like steaks when there is...
You can get chicken breast at Walmart for under $2 a pound. 2lb bags of rice are $1. Also, buy big bags of frozen veggies. Other options include peanut butter, oats, whey, eggs, milk, etc.. Watch out...
I don't know how big she is, but most people have an unrealistic view on how quickly they will lose fat. You can thank shows like the Biggest Loser and ridiculous ad claims for that. Tell her what a...
Generally a moderate weight loss is ideal for maintaining lean body mass. By moderate I mean 1-1.5lbs a week. Adjust calories until you fall within this range. Nobody can tell you exactly how much...
Check out one of the various beginner training routines on the net. Generally I suggest a full body routine 2-3x a week based around compound lifts. Starting Strength or along those lines would be a...
I've been there and I wish I didn't do what you're doing at a young age. If I spent more time just getting stronger instead of worrying about being ripped I maybe would've been in a better position...
