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Hi all! Been lurking for a while now, thought it high time to say hello. Glad to see this thread doing well. Best wishes for 2013 and whatever goals lead you here!

I think you could definitely benefit from SS. It isn't just for rank novices, it's also for more experienced people like yourself who need to reintroduce themselves to strength progression training....

Bingo.

Perfectly normal. In Rippetoe lingo, this means you are still in the novice phase of adaptability wherein your body's adaptive response to and recovery from work occurs faster than the period of...

Half (yes half) of a 9" two-layer yellow cake with cream cheese icing.

Strong post.

Didn't you hear they solved this? You wear aluminum foil on your head to block the carcinogenic rays.

Put everything into a grilled cheese sandwich!







Hey, it worked for kirsty alley...

Hah good job man. Sonic burgers and onion rings happen to be one of my favorite indulgent meals--it would be hard for me to resist.

I find that staying resolute at times like that is a long-term...

Love this thread! Keep 'em coming!

6'2"

Before: March 24, 2011 - 215 lb
After: March 24, 2012 - 175 lb

Just started to bulk with the Starting Strength program.

Been cutting since Jan. 1. Thinking it's time to start gaining. Any guesses appreciated.

Oh sweet jesus.

Dude you are 17. Given that, plus your build, you should NOT be worrying about slight bloat--you shouldn't even be cutting. Your hormones are out of control right now. You...

I love this thread! It makes me motivated for EVERY day, not just legs. I was reading through this last night and had a terrific back/bi's workout today! I can't wait for tomorrow's chest workout!

You go man! Love days like that. Keep it up!

Thanks for comments fellas!



I took creatine for a while, but stopped during my most recent cut. Aside from that I take caffeine 200-400mg per day (usually pre-workout) and post workout I take...

These things tend to speak for themselves. I know many of us look in the mirror and step on the scale impatiently willing results to come immediately--they don't. But after one year of regular gym...

Hah the other day someone said "your head is about this big" making a similar gesture. Take it as a compliment.

It's been 1 month... What do you expect to hear? People want immediate results and instant gratification. This is not Extreme Makeover, this is bodybuilding, and change takes months and years, not...

For the many reasons listed in the responses to your question. Are you not reading them?

How tall are you? Your calories are pretty low, but that's not necessarily bad. It sounds like you are doing things by the book. Your progress is substantial. You can add some variety to your...