The Official Stupid Question Thread

[N4J4R]

When one is bulking when should he stop? At desired weight or certain benchmarks for the lifts?
Also how long of a bulk does it take that when you start cutting you will look lean and muscular?

You can end your bulk whenever you feel like it. If you find your body fat is getting too high, then stop bulking and begin your cut. If you don't care about body fat too much and just want to get your lifts, then that's your choice.
Hard to say. IMO, you should bulk slowly, aiming to gain about 1 pound per week. Eating at a small surplus can also help you to minimize any potential fat gains. Layne Norton suggested something along the lines of bulking for 6 weeks at 1 pound gains per week and then cutting for about 2 straight after. This should help to keep you relatively lean.

Hope this helps, mate!

i really want to see my abs, should i consider reducing my bf to about 5% (I'm now at around 8%) and also what type of exercises would help me with this?

At 8% you'd expect to see abs. 5% is a very low figure and it is very difficult to hold this figure for a long period of time. I don't think you're at 8%. Do you have any pics so we can give you our 2 cents?
Look at weighted crunches, cable crunches and hanging leg raises. Also, DB side bends are decent for obliques.

[WILDMAN34]

yeah i'm not too sure how accurate the calculator i used was, do you know of any reliable ones? and i will try and get a pic up soon. with my stomach area i can kind of see my abs but it may also be loose skin that's stopping me from seeing them as well because of the weight i have already lost (around 44 pounds).

[N4J4R]

yeah i'm not too sure how accurate the calculator i used was, do you know of any reliable ones? and i will try and get a pic up soon. with my stomach area i can kind of see my abs but it may also be loose skin that's stopping me from seeing them as well because of the weight i have already lost (around 44 pounds).

Most online calculators are either highly inaccurate or can give a (rough) ballpark figure. Other body fat testing methods include skin fold tests and underwater weighing (possibly the most accurate but no doubt expensive and difficult to find a place that will allow you to do so).

This link isn't too bad as a 'guide': http://www.linear-software.com/online.html

Also, this may be of interest to you: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...1#post20622431

Along with these:



Great job on the weight loss, mate!

[WILDMAN34]

thanks for the help, and i used that tester and got 12% which seems a lot more realistic, and now i'm going to hopefully try to get down to 10% to get my abs to show hopefully. also is there any certain diet/workout plan that you would suggest looking? into because i'm really not too sure on what works/what doesn't as i'm only new to it.

[N4J4R]

thanks for the help, and i used that tester and got 12% which seems a lot more realistic, and now i'm going to hopefully try to get down to 10% to get my abs to show hopefully. also is there any certain diet/workout plan that you would suggest looking? into because i'm really not too sure on what works/what doesn't as i'm only new to it.

Well for cuts, I usually recommend some sort of strength routine. When in a caloric deficit, it is generally not feasible to try and gain lean tissue. Strength maintenance and in some cases strength gains, are not uncommon when running a strength routine and cutting at the same time. Since you're new to lifting, something like rippetoes SS or babylover modified SS would be perfect, IMO. Strength gains will obviously be better when a caloric surplus is present, so I would also recommend using one of those programs when you're bulking as well. You can also gain some size when running one of these programs if you're in a surplus. Once you've built up a solid strength foundation, you can pretty much do any program you like, IMO. Some choices would be better than others and program choice will also depend on your goals. For example, you may wish to continue training predominately for strength. Madcows 5x5 would be a logical choice after SS. Alternatively, you may prefer a more hypertrophy specific routine. In this case, I would highly recommend something like Push/Pull or Upper/Lower.

Diet wise when cutting, try to consume approximately 200-400 calories BELOW maintenance requirements. Maintenance requirements are the calories you need in order to MAINTAIN current body weight/composition. Whilst remaining in a slight deficit, it is also important to boost protein intake to try and minimize any lean tissue loss. Aim to lose roughly 1 pound per week. See this thread to calculate you caloric and macronutrient requirements: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=121703981

When bulking, aim to consume roughly 200-400 calories above maintenance needs. Aim to gain roughly 1 pound per week.

Hope this helps, mate!

[WILDMAN34]

thankyou!! that has helped me insanely. now hopefully i can stick with it, i think i'll choose ripptoes program because it looks better IMO. would you suggest doing cardio and core with this, to get my abs better as well?

[N4J4R]

thankyou!! that has helped me insanely. now hopefully i can stick with it, i think i'll choose ripptoes program because it looks better IMO. would you suggest doing cardio and core with this, to get my abs better as well?

Anytime.
Add in some assistance work if you're doing rippetoes. Don't go overboard, though. Maybe some chins and rear delt work.
You can definitely add in some core work as well. Cardio can be done on off days as well. Just some light cardio would be suffice, IMO.

[WILDMAN34]

thanks i will do that and just one last question, i figured out my diet which will consist of 1500 calories with 140g of protein, 70g of fat and 345g of carbs (according to that link you gave me) does that sound sufficient?

[N4J4R]

thanks i will do that and just one last question, i figured out my diet which will consist of 1500 calories with 140g of protein, 70g of fat and 345g of carbs (according to that link you gave me) does that sound sufficient?

Depends which formula you used and the figures you inputted for the calculations.
If 1500 calories is 200-400 below maintenance needs, than yes, that would be fine for a cut, IMO.

[WILDMAN34]

Yeah the 1500 is below maintenance needs but will it still be enough to build a bit of Muscle?

[JabariLA]

Yeah the 1500 is below maintenance needs but will it still be enough to build a bit of Muscle?

yea man, u should be fine. one thing i kinda like to focus on tho is try to eat most of ur macronutrients wen u need em.
so lik, i normally train in the after noon. so for breakfast and lunch, i'll eat most of my carbs and some protein. in between meals, i'll eat fruits and vegetables. and aftr my workout i'll have a shake and some small carbs and some more fruit and veggies. its workin for me

[WILDMAN34]

yeah that's how i will do it because i usually have a little training in the morning before school (usually cardio) and then do my weights after school.

[N4J4R]

Yeah the 1500 is below maintenance needs but will it still be enough to build a bit of Muscle?

You'd be hard pressed to make any significant gains in lean tissue whilst eating at a deficit. Don't expect any. You're cutting to lose fat, so that should be your focus. Worry about any lean tissue gains when you bulk

[WILDMAN34]

alright thanks, how long would you say i should stay on a cut or is it just until i reach my desired bf%?

[N4J4R]

alright thanks, how long would you say i should stay on a cut or is it just until i reach my desired bf%?

Spot on. It's up to personal preference when you stop cutting (or bulking). Personally, I'd say 9-12% would be fine before bulking again.

[WILDMAN34]

yeah i would like to get to 10% hopefully and then start my bulk!

[met3ork]

Hi N4J4R
Im thinking about changing my program, and since you have proven your knowledge about this routine, I wanted to turn to you.

First, i am 6ft0, 183ish pounds, around 16-18 bf.
My lifts:
Bench press: 225lbs 1RM
Squat: 225lbs 3x5
Deadlift: 250ish lbs 3x5
Squats and deadlifts are still increasing, but bench is stalling hard.
Yeah and forgot to mention, i've been on fuzzys SS for 3-4months now.

So, i am interested in trying Lyle McDonald's Upper/Lower, but im still not convinced.
for example;
Triceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
Biceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
Is this seriously enough? I want big guns someday and 1-2 sets twice a week sounds way too little...
Also, SS is very specific when to add weight to you compounds, but since this is not 3x5 anymore, when do you increase weight? When on isolation movements?
What about forearms, traps, rear and mid delts? I cant see much work for them =(

Also, would this be a good way to run the routine?:

Mon: Lower
Squat: 3-4X6-8/3′ (3-4 sets of 6-8 with a 3′ rest)
leg curl: 3-4X6-8/3′
Leg press: 2-3X10-12/2′
Another leg curl: 2-3X10-12/2′
Calf raise: 3-4X6-8/3′
Seated calf: 2-3X10-12/2′
+ Obliques 1-2X10-12

Wed: Upper
Flat bench: 3-4X6-8/3′
Row: 3-4X6-8/3′ Which row?
Incline bench 2-3X10-12/2′
Pulldown: 2-3X10-12/2′
Triceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
Biceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
+Direct ab work 1-2X10-12

Fri: Lower
Squat: 3-4X6-8/3′ (3-4 sets of 6-8 with a 3′ rest)
leg curl: 3-4X6-8/3′
Leg press: 2-3X10-12/2′
Deadlift 2-3X6-8
Another leg curl: 2-3X10-12/2′
Calf raise: 3-4X6-8/3′
Seated calf: 2-3X10-12/2′
+ Obliques again

Sat: Upper
Flat bench: 3-4X6-8/3′
Row: 3-4X6-8/3′
shoulder press: 2-3X10-12/2′
Pulldown/chin: 2-3X10-12/2′
Triceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
Biceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
+ Abs again

So thats just adding obliques, ab work and Deadlift for the fri workout? I didnt really understand when to deadlift.
Also, is there any point in adding ab and oblique work? Since i know compounds hit them pretty good.

How important is it to follow those times, set for rest? Im propably going to run it with a friend and we'r gonna do in turns and spot eachother etc, so its not alwats possible to follow those set rest times.

Last, but not the least. A little off topic, I'm thinking about cutting somewhere after the summer/or doing a minicut (1 month or so) pretty soon, what would be a good program to cut with?

Would really appriciate your help.

[N4J4R]

Hi N4J4R
Im thinking about changing my program, and since you have proven your knowledge about this routine, I wanted to turn to you.

First, i am 6ft0, 183ish pounds, around 16-18 bf.
My lifts:
Bench press: 225lbs 1RM
Squat: 225lbs 3x5
Deadlift: 250ish lbs 3x5
Squats and deadlifts are still increasing, but bench is stalling hard.
Yeah and forgot to mention, i've been on fuzzys SS for 3-4months now.

So, i am interested in trying Lyle McDonald's Upper/Lower, but im still not convinced.
for example;
Triceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
Biceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
Is this seriously enough? I want big guns someday and 1-2 sets twice a week sounds way too little...
Also, SS is very specific when to add weight to you compounds, but since this is not 3x5 anymore, when do you increase weight? When on isolation movements?
What about forearms, traps, rear and mid delts? I cant see much work for them =(

Also, would this be a good way to run the routine?:

Mon: Lower
Squat: 3-4X6-8/3′ (3-4 sets of 6-8 with a 3′ rest)
leg curl: 3-4X6-8/3′
Leg press: 2-3X10-12/2′
Another leg curl: 2-3X10-12/2′
Calf raise: 3-4X6-8/3′
Seated calf: 2-3X10-12/2′
+ Obliques 1-2X10-12

Wed: Upper
Flat bench: 3-4X6-8/3′
Row: 3-4X6-8/3′ Which row?
Incline bench 2-3X10-12/2′
Pulldown: 2-3X10-12/2′
Triceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
Biceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
+Direct ab work 1-2X10-12

Fri: Lower
Squat: 3-4X6-8/3′ (3-4 sets of 6-8 with a 3′ rest)
leg curl: 3-4X6-8/3′
Leg press: 2-3X10-12/2′
Deadlift 2-3X6-8
Another leg curl: 2-3X10-12/2′
Calf raise: 3-4X6-8/3′
Seated calf: 2-3X10-12/2′
+ Obliques again

Sat: Upper
Flat bench: 3-4X6-8/3′
Row: 3-4X6-8/3′
shoulder press: 2-3X10-12/2′
Pulldown/chin: 2-3X10-12/2′
Triceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
Biceps: 1-2X12-15/1.5′
+ Abs again

So thats just adding obliques, ab work and Deadlift for the fri workout? I didnt really understand when to deadlift.
Also, is there any point in adding ab and oblique work? Since i know compounds hit them pretty good.

How important is it to follow those times, set for rest? Im propably going to run it with a friend and we'r gonna do in turns and spot eachother etc, so its not alwats possible to follow those set rest times.

Last, but not the least. A little off topic, I'm thinking about cutting somewhere after the summer/or doing a minicut (1 month or so) pretty soon, what would be a good program to cut with?

Would really appriciate your help.

Hey buddy, my inbox is full which is why I couldn't get your messages. I don't really check PMs on here anymore so that's why I haven't cleared it lol. I will definitely answer this for you ITT, though

First off, great job with your lifts! Looks like you've work hard and you bench is looking solid.

IMO, you can add in a few exercises if you feel certain body parts are lacking. I for one will be adding in additional work for my forearms and calfs when I run this routine (currently on madcows).
If you would like to add in an extra exercise for triceps and biceps, I don't think there'd be too much of an issue. Spider curls and regular curls (or reverse BB curls if you want to hit your forearms a bit harder) are great. Also, weighted bench dips and skullcrushers are quite decent movements as well. Remember, you're hitting your arms directly 2x per week.
Adding in extra work for traps, lateral and rear delts is fine as well, IMO. I would definitely add in some rear delt work to ensure they are worked out.

You can add weight or reps. There are two types of progression you can use. Double progression (adding weight AND reps) and Single progression (adding weight ONLY).
Double progression:
Lets say you bench 150lbs for 3x8 on Monday (I know lower is on Monday so no benching but this is just an example I remember reading). On Thursday, you would do 150lbs for 3x10. Then next Monday, you would do 155lbs 3x8 and so on and so fourth...

Single progression:
Lets say you bench 150lbs 3x10 on Monday. On Thursday, you would do 150lbs 3x10 OR increase the weight by 2.5-5 pounds.

This can pretty much be done for isolation movements as well. Obviously, it'll get harder and harder to add weight and or reps to something like curls.
Sometimes it's worth using a lower weight and really focusing on creating some kind of MMC (Mind Muscle Connection). Really focusing on using slow, controlled movements with a lighter weight and good form can be beneficial, IMO.

As for which row; I would say standard BB rows. I suppose you could do DB rows, Pendlay rows etc if you really wanted to.

The deadlift can come in on the Thursday for 1-2 sets of 5 reps. I would only deadlift once per week, DLing 2x per week can be very tiring.

I'm not sure why you have it spaced out like you have. Are those the only times you can get to the gym or something? I would run this routine as follows:

Mon - lower
Tue - upper
Wed - off
Thurs - lower
Fri - upper
Sat - off
Sun - off

Personally, I would rest anywhere from about 30 seconds to a 1 minute 30, between sets. I wouldn't stress too much so long as you're not taking ages between sets. Having a training partner is a great idea. It can really keep you motivated and pushing hard each session. Just make sure to leave your ego(s) at the door! Don't muck around whilst trying to impress each other or people around you.
I see no issue with adding in some light oblique work. 2-3 sets of DB side bends once per week is fine for me. You can do more if you really want to, I suppose.

I really like to recommend strength programs for cuts. This is because when you're in a caloric deficit, you'd be hard pressed to gain ANY decent amounts of lean tissue. However, running a strength program whilst also being in a slight deficit can allow you to somewhat maintain current strength levels and in come cases slightly increase your strength (not really common but it does happen). If you're already running the Upper/Lower routine when you're cutting, I don't see any reason to switch to a strength routine if you're only doing a quick cut. You can if you want to, though. The final decision is up to you

Hope this helps, mate!

[met3ork]

Hey buddy, my inbox is full which is why I couldn't get your messages. I don't really check PMs on here anymore so that's why I haven't cleared it lol. I will definitely answer this for you ITT, though

First off, great job with your lifts! Looks like you've work hard and you bench is looking solid.

IMO, you can add in a few exercises if you feel certain body parts are lacking. I for one will be adding in additional work for my forearms and calfs when I run this routine (currently on madcows).
If you would like to add in an extra exercise for triceps and biceps, I don't think there'd be too much of an issue. Spider curls and regular curls (or reverse BB curls if you want to hit your forearms a bit harder) are great. Also, weighted bench dips and skullcrushers are quite decent movements as well. Remember, you're hitting your arms directly 2x per week.
Adding in extra work for traps, lateral and rear delts is fine as well, IMO. I would definitely add in some rear delt work to ensure they are worked out.

You can add weight or reps. There are two types of progression you can use. Double progression (adding weight AND reps) and Single progression (adding weight ONLY).
Double progression:
Lets say you bench 150lbs for 3x8 on Monday (I know lower is on Monday so no benching but this is just an example I remember reading). On Thursday, you would do 150lbs for 3x10. Then next Monday, you would do 155lbs 3x8 and so on and so fourth...

Single progression:
Lets say you bench 150lbs 3x10 on Monday. On Thursday, you would do 150lbs 3x10 OR increase the weight by 2.5-5 pounds.

This can pretty much be done for isolation movements as well. Obviously, it'll get harder and harder to add weight and or reps to something like curls.
Sometimes it's worth using a lower weight and really focusing on creating some kind of MMC (Mind Muscle Connection). Really focusing on using slow, controlled movements with a lighter weight and good form can be beneficial, IMO.

As for which row; I would say standard BB rows. I suppose you could do DB rows, Pendlay rows etc if you really wanted to.

The deadlift can come in on the Thursday for 1-2 sets of 5 reps. I would only deadlift once per week, DLing 2x per week can be very tiring.

I'm not sure why you have it spaced out like you have. Are those the only times you can get to the gym or something? I would run this routine as follows:

Mon - lower
Tue - upper
Wed - off
Thurs - lower
Fri - upper
Sat - off
Sun - off

Personally, I would rest anywhere from about 30 seconds to a 1 minute 30, between sets. I wouldn't stress too much so long as you're not taking ages between sets. Having a training partner is a great idea. It can really keep you motivated and pushing hard each session. Just make sure to leave your ego(s) at the door! Don't muck around whilst trying to impress each other or people around you.
I see no issue with adding in some light oblique work. 2-3 sets of DB side bends once per week is fine for me. You can do more if you really want to, I suppose.

I really like to recommend strength programs for cuts. This is because when you're in a caloric deficit, you'd be hard pressed to gain ANY decent amounts of lean tissue. However, running a strength program whilst also being in a slight deficit can allow you to somewhat maintain current strength levels and in come cases slightly increase your strength (not really common but it does happen). If you're already running the Upper/Lower routine when you're cutting, I don't see any reason to switch to a strength routine if you're only doing a quick cut. You can if you want to, though. The final decision is up to you

Hope this helps, mate!

Yeah thanks alot for your input! This is why i wanted to turn to you and no one else.
I am really impressed with my lifts too (progression vise), when i was doing SS i got my lifts from
Bench: 80kg -> 100kg 1RM
Squat: -> 100kg 3x5 (never had squated before, so started REALLY LOW)
DL: -> 115kg 3x5 (same as squats, never done before.)

The days that i am able to work out atm are mon, wed, fri, sat, just as you quessed.
So the 2nd lower of the week, im gonna do just as i layed out in my previous post? Just added DLs to lower 1, removed nothing?
I know my biceps are getting hits with Bent over rows for example (gonna do them, i quess) so your opinion is that 1-2x12-15 IS enough twice a week to keep my biceps, triceps growing?

Im lucky, my training partner has been my best friend since i was 4 yrs old, so we never have competition among eachother, we are like brothers for real.

Yes, i got the idea of the adding weight/reps
Prolly gonna add in rear delt/forearm/lat delt work if i sometimes really feel like it, or just make them stick week to week. We'll see.

Again thanks for your perfect input.
Reps reps reps <3

[AnverG]

Bro splits can and do work; there's no doubt about that. The issue is that new lifters can take advantage of using a higher frequency. Bro splits have you training each bodypart once per week whilst SS, for example, has you squatting 3x per week. For new and most intermediate lifters, frequency is generally better than volume.[/QUOTE]

That makes sense, thanks mate.

[N4J4R]

Yeah thanks alot for your input! This is why i wanted to turn to you and no one else.
I am really impressed with my lifts too (progression vise), when i was doing SS i got my lifts from
Bench: 80kg -> 100kg 1RM
Squat: -> 100kg 3x5 (never had squated before, so started REALLY LOW)
DL: -> 115kg 3x5 (same as squats, never done before.)

The days that i am able to work out atm are mon, wed, fri, sat, just as you quessed.
So the 2nd lower of the week, im gonna do just as i layed out in my previous post? Just added DLs to lower 1, removed nothing?
I know my biceps are getting hits with Bent over rows for example (gonna do them, i quess) so your opinion is that 1-2x12-15 IS enough twice a week to keep my biceps, triceps growing?

Im lucky, my training partner has been my best friend since i was 4 yrs old, so we never have competition among eachother, we are like brothers for real.

Yes, i got the idea of the adding weight/reps
Prolly gonna add in rear delt/forearm/lat delt work if i sometimes really feel like it, or just make them stick week to week. We'll see.

Again thanks for your perfect input.
Reps reps reps <3

Anytime mate.

Sounds like babylovers SS has worked very well for you, indeed!

On your second lower day, you would replace the squat with deadlift. Instead on leg curl on this 2nd lower day, you should also swap those out in favor of either leg extensions or lunges. Personally, I'd go for lunges.

Rows won't give to heaps of work for your bis but that's not to say they won't be worked. IMO, 1-2 sets of 12-15 reps for 2-3 different bicep/triceps exercises twice per week (mouthful I know lol), would be adequate.

Nice one, mate. Train hard and push eachother but stay safe (no MISC meme).

My pleasure. Happy to help where I can, bro

[kwill15]

I read somewhere that it was OK to have a lot of sugar with a high glycemic index immediately after a workout. It's supposed to refill your glycogen levels or something. Is it OK to have a lot of sugar in your post-workout shakes? Because mine have a lot.

[Switchs]

Babylover's modified SS says I should do 20 total reps of dips. Are these normal dips or bench dips? There is no spot on my gym where I can do pararell bar dips, is it okay to do bench dips? Can I do dips setting two pararel chairs or something like that?


Also, my gym doesn't have any free weights and/or barbell, it only has dumbbells. Can I do deadlifts with dumbbells?

[met3ork]

Rows won't give to heaps of work for your bis but that's not to say they won't be worked. IMO, 1-2 sets of 12-15 reps for 2-3 different bicep/triceps exercises twice per week (mouthful I know lol), would be adequate.)

The program says 1-2 sets, so i automatically expected its one excercise. But you would do 2-3 excercises for 1-2 sets equaling 2-6 sets?

[hcgnexusinfo]

Are advanced anchor pullups harder than abutting grip? Should I do advanced anchor or abutting anchor for aback development?

[N4J4R]

I read somewhere that it was OK to have a lot of sugar with a high glycemic index immediately after a workout. It's supposed to refill your glycogen levels or something. Is it OK to have a lot of sugar in your post-workout shakes? Because mine have a lot.

The GI of foods matters little in term of its affects upon body composition. For most people, worrying about GI isn't something to be overly concerned about, IMO. That being said, focussing primarily on high GI foods like soft drinks and candy is not at all optimal. Apart from being rather micronutrient deficient, you may develop types 1 and then 2 diabetes if you consume these sorts of food in excess and over an extended period of time. Having a high GI food is fine after your workout. Nothing wrong with this at all, IMO. If you're currently using a store bought weight gainer, then I recommend that once you've finished with it, you stop buying them. They are a waste of money. Buy a regular whey powder and make your own weight gainer shakes at home where you can more accurately control the macronutrient breakdown of each and every shake you make.

A little something from Mr. Alan Aragon: http://www.alanaragon.com/elements-c...mic-index.html

Hope this helps, mate!

Babylover's modified SS says I should do 20 total reps of dips. Are these normal dips or bench dips? There is no spot on my gym where I can do pararell bar dips, is it okay to do bench dips? Can I do dips setting two pararel chairs or something like that?


Also, my gym doesn't have any free weights and/or barbell, it only has dumbbells. Can I do deadlifts with dumbbells?

I'm pretty sure they are chest dips (not bench dips). I don't see too much of an issue with doing bench dips instead if you're unable to do the chest variation. Yes, you can use two parallel chairs. Why not just get two benches and use those?

Dumbbells are free weights. I would switch gyms if they didn't have barbells. I have heard of people attempting DLs with DBs, though regular SS, babylovers SS and pretty much any and all strength programs require you to be using a barbell.

The program says 1-2 sets, so i automatically expected its one excercise. But you would do 2-3 excercises for 1-2 sets equaling 2-6 sets?

I think the program is only suggesting one exercise. I however see no huge issue with adding in another exercise or two for both bis and tris, especially if you can handle the extra work without it having a negative impact. If you think you need the extra work, go for it, I suppose. Personally, I will be doing something similar when I run it after madcows.

Are advanced anchor pullups harder than abutting grip? Should I do advanced anchor or abutting anchor for aback development?

I have never heard of either of these. I also can't find anything on them. Care to share a link you may have?

I see no issues with performing regular pull-ups i.e.
http://www.exrx.net/WeightExercises/.../BWPullup.html

These will definitely help with back development.

[clementine007]

Is eating immediately after exercising and doing some yoga can cause some unbalanced effect in our body? I mean as a teenage health buff? Thanks...

pullup bands
strength bands

[N4J4R]

Is eating immediately after exercising and doing some yoga can cause some unbalanced effect in our body? I mean as a teenage health buff? Thanks...

pullup bands
strength bands

You don't have to eat immediately after working out. A protein shake, for example, is not 100% necessary immediately after lifting provided you haven't been training in a pre-fasted state.

What sort of 'unbalanced effect in our body', do you mean? I'm not sure I understand your question. Nor do I understand what you're saying by 'teenage health buff' or 'pullup bands and strength bands'. What is the relevance of these last two listed items??

If you could please clarify your question(s), that'd be appreciated so we can assist you further

[kwill15]

@N4J4R

Thanks a lot! My mom makes me protein shakes (I would rather make them myself, but my mom has a lot of fun making them, apparently. She say's "It's a mom's job to make their sons protein shakes!" lol) but whatever. I'm not sure exactly what she puts in there, but she says it has 30 grams of protein, but also a lot of sugar. She puts some kind of Mega-Man Pro supplement in there. I don't know exactly what it is, but I'm pretty sure it's not whey protein. When that runs out, I'll ask my mom to buy me some normal whey protein instead.

Thanks

[N4J4R]

@N4J4R

Thanks a lot! My mom makes me protein shakes (I would rather make them myself, but my mom has a lot of fun making them, apparently. She say's "It's a mom's job to make their sons protein shakes!" lol) but whatever. I'm not sure exactly what she puts in there, but she says it has 30 grams of protein, but also a lot of sugar. She puts some kind of Mega-Man Pro supplement in there. I don't know exactly what it is, but I'm pretty sure it's not whey protein. When that runs out, I'll ask my mom to buy me some normal whey protein instead.

Thanks

Anytime mate. Happy to help