How long before i see results?

dee-es · 05-31-2006, 01:44 PM

I have been working out for 6 weeks now and the only place i see result is my arms and shoulder mainly due to the fact that i didnt have any fat there. My stomach and pecs, on the other hand, have some flabby fat on it. Ive been lifting,curling, doing sit ups, leg lifts, and running 5 times a week to get everything into shape. But i only see results in my neck,shoulders, and arms at the moment.

So my question is. How long should i work out before i start seeing results in my stomach and pecs.

THanks

nitrored · 05-31-2006, 01:49 PM

It all depends... like you said yourself your seeing results in areas where you store less fat. The awnser is going to depend on whether you are bulking or cutting, what bf% you are at, what your diet/workout look like... and a ton of other things. If you are seeing results in some place you will soon see the results everywhere else... keep up the good work!!

lifequest · 05-31-2006, 01:51 PM

I’d say your diet is off, you’re doing to much cardio, and you have a low LBM. Also might be in starvation mode and not be doing the right workout rep set range for your body and experience. However I can’t really tell you as I have no idea what you look like(age, height, weight, bf%), eat(your diet), or how you work out, perhaps if you post said information we will be able to provide you with assistance--LQ

IH8CARDIO · 05-31-2006, 01:51 PM

Be patient.

Typically with a solid routine, diet, etc. you can see some results starting anywhere from week 2 to week 15. It's hard to say, everyone is different and so is everyone's routine. You can't always expect to have a 6 pack after only 6 weeks.

Show us what you're doing in the gym every day, show us what your diet looks like, etc. Then maybe you'll get more replies.

dee-es · 05-31-2006, 02:08 PM

Well, im new to this whole workout routine so i have no idea what my BF% is. But im 6'3 and 180 right now. My work out consists as follows

1)Arm curls with dumbells ( 5 sets with 15 reps each)
2)Another exercise that i dont know the name of but i hold the dumbells to my side with the back of my wrist facing the front and lifting the dumbells near my ear. (5 sets with 12 reps each)
3)Bench press with dumbells (5 sets with about 20 reps each time)
4) Leg lifts with 10lb weights on each leg (3 sets with 25 reps each)
5) Floor Crunches (3 sets with 25 reps each)
6) Running a Mile with 10 lb weights on each leg

So on this is my routine
Monday- Exercises 1-6
Tuesday -Exercises 1-5
Wednesday- Exercises 1-6
Thursday- Exercises 1-5
Friday- Exercise 6

And my diet consists of eating everything and anything that the George Forman Grill can cook. LOL, and no junk food really because i was never a fan of it anyway

Hope this helps..

So, you guys are saying that i should wait another 6 weeks to see better results?

IH8CARDIO · 05-31-2006, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by dee-es

So, you guys are saying that i should wait another 6 weeks to see better results?

Nope. Now that I've seen your routine I'm saying stop doing it and start doing something better.

Begin by reading the sticky threads on this forum, search around for more info, keep reading, etc. You are missing out on some important exercises. You need to train legs, you need to train your back, you need to just really stop and start reading a bit more and get a basic understanding of all of this. All the bench pressing and leg lifting in the world is not going to help if you don't have an overall solid routine, one that works out the whole body.

Or, start a pre-built program like MAX-OT (or many others, but that's one I like). Or hire a professional trainer (not a bad idea either).

Your routine really does need a lot of work IMHO.

What about your diet?? No details?

Swivel · 05-31-2006, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by IH8CARDIO

Nope. Now that I've seen your routine I'm saying stop doing it and start doing something better.

Begin by reading the sticky threads on this forum, search around for more info, keep reading, etc. You are missing out on some important exercises. You need to train legs, you need to train your back, you need to just really stop and start reading a bit more and get a basic understanding of all of this. All the bench pressing and leg lifting in the world is not going to help if you don't have an overall solid routine, one that works out the whole body.

Or, start a pre-built program like MAX-OT (or many others, but that's one I like). Or hire a professional trainer (not a bad idea either).

Your routine really does need a lot of work IMHO.

What about your diet?? No details?

You forgot to tell him to REST!

Don't work out the same muscles or muscle groups without giving them at least a full 48 hrs to recover. In fact, I'd say you shouldn't be hitting the same muscles more than once per week. Gains aren't made in the gym, they're made at rest.

lifequest · 05-31-2006, 02:42 PM

Your workout, as stated = bad
Diet most likely = bad
cardo = not right

::Sigh:: here it is again sorry for the repedity but I think it may be helping some

My generic response to all posts that say “hey I’m new here and need some help can anyone give me the basics?”

First read the stickies:

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=538637
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=301683
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=81315

Now read posts about diet and nutrition. the nutrition forum would be a good place to post your ideas about what you’re going to eat.

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showpo...47&postcount=4
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=533405
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=798027
Good BMR calculator:
http://michaelandkendra.com/BMRCALC/bmrcalc.htm
if you are very serious I would recommend buying or finding a copy of ”Burn the Fat Feed the Muscle” which has helped a great many people on this forum including myself.
www.burnthefat.com

read up on different workouts.
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=316377
I personally do Max-ot but you should do a more basic workout to get used to working out and strengthen your tendons first. Don’t jump into something to fast.

Now try and understand cardio and it’s purpose:
Basically the rule is:

**YOU ARE DOING TO MUCH CARDIO IF YOU COULD BE DOING LESS AND STILL LOSING 1-2LBS OF FAT PER WEEK**
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showpo...5&postcount=10
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showpo...1&postcount=35
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/betteru14.htm
http://www.teenbodybuilding.com/justin6.htm
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...ghlight=cardio

and most importantly read this, understand it and actually make a goal sheet. This will be the determining factor if you, someone new to a healthy lifestyle will actually stick with it for the long haul of get discouraged at the slightest challenge and quit.

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=533405

Starvation: just read about what happens when ignorance and impatience combine…

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=513976

What’s a good way to get abs?
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showpo...45&postcount=1

I’ve hit a fat lose plateau, what do I do I can’t lose any more weight?
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showpo...1&postcount=35

dee-es · 05-31-2006, 02:43 PM

I rest on the weekends

Thats not good enough?

dee-es · 05-31-2006, 02:46 PM

well, i see results after only 6 weeks in my shoulders, neck, and arms. so i must be doing something right :dunno

IH8CARDIO · 05-31-2006, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by dee-es

I rest on the weekends

Thats not good enough?

Not necessarily.

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Originally Posted by dee-es

well, i see results after only 6 weeks in my shoulders, neck, and arms. so i must be doing something right :dunno

Okay, we tried to help. If you don't want to listen and try new things why did you post in the first place? We're honestly looking out for you and trying to steer you in a better direction, but there's only so much we can do.

As lifequest said, and I agree:

::Sigh::

justagirl · 05-31-2006, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by dee-es

well, i see results after only 6 weeks in my shoulders, neck, and arms. so i must be doing something right :dunno

um, any workout plan and any calorie deficit will bring 'results'. that doesn't mean you couldn't be getting BETTER results in a shorter amount of time by doing EVERYTHING right.

educate yourself, man, and don't ask for advice like this and then act as if the small amount of results you've seen after "only" six weeks wasn't disappointing to you when you made the post

you can't do the same thing for another six weeks and expect something different to happen. if you want to see change, change what you're doing

dee-es · 05-31-2006, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by IH8CARDIO

Not necessarily.

Okay, we tried to help. If you don't want to listen and try new things why did you post in the first place? We're honestly looking out for you and trying to steer you in a better direction, but there's only so much we can do.

As lifequest said, and I agree:

::Sigh::

Yeah, i know. Im very stubourn when it comes to anything. I will read through all the links you guys have provided. Thanks for all the help guys.

IH8CARDIO · 05-31-2006, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by dee-es

Yeah, i know. Im very stubourn when it comes to anything. I will read through all the links you guys have provided. Thanks for all the help guys.

GOOD FOR YOU! Please do, as those links should help.

Come back if you have anymore questions.

Swivel · 05-31-2006, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by dee-es

I rest on the weekends

Thats not good enough?

Did you even bother to read what I wrote? You are doing the SAME ****ING EXERCISES and working the SAME DAMN MUSCLES 5 days in a row! That's NOT GOOD. You need to let your muscles grow. Isn't that your goal, after all?

dee-es · 05-31-2006, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Swivel

Did you even bother to read what I wrote? You are doing the SAME ****ING EXERCISES and working the SAME DAMN MUSCLES 5 days in a row! That's NOT GOOD. You need to let your muscles grow. Isn't that your goal, after all?

It is. Thats what im reworking my workout routine as we speak. I should have the new plan implimented by next weeks workout and i shall post it here for your guys' approval.

Tommy W. · 05-31-2006, 11:04 PM

6) Running a Mile with 10 lb weights on each leg
_____________________________________________

Don't do that!!

Believe me, You'll be thanking me for this advice in 5 years when you still have knees.

TW

dee-es · 05-31-2006, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Tommy W.

6) Running a Mile with 10 lb weights on each leg
_____________________________________________

Don't do that!!

Believe me, You'll be thanking me for this advice in 5 years when you still have knees.

TW

Wow, didnt know that. Is there a source where i can research this at?