LOVING the vids, Bertron! Your gym set-up is freaking epic man.
If anything I try to get the guy to stop spending so much
Originally Posted by jpfaherty
Merry Christmas Berto!
Thanx JP! Got some new socks....things you would not appreciate as a kid :P
Originally Posted by JRemix
The gaining video series is great. I just started a "gaining phase" (at 12%) and the plan was a 3lb gain per month (first year lifter) before seeing your video. Good to hear I was on the right track.
1. How many pounds per week should someone lose on one - so that they drop more fat quick (more than say a standard longer cut of 1.5lb loss per week) and how do you avoid muscle loss on such a low caloric cut (even if it's only 2-3 weeks)?
2. What's the difference between a mini cut and something like Lyle McDonald's rapid fat loss diet where he has trainees losing 3lbs+ per week for 2 weeks?
I'd like to know more about how a natural trainee should ideally do a mini cut (protein amount/how to prevent muscle loss/macros/amount of the caloric deficit). Like how do you go about your mini cuts in the off season?
1)Many variables here, but if you are above your set point you can surely push it a bit
2)I would have a hard time using that on anyone who is carrying more LBM than their body would like, also almost everyone who I have worked with who has some form of ED formed it from using extreme measures at some point. I am all for being assertive, but to a point
Originally Posted by PaBloS94
Merry Christmas Berto!
Feliz Navidad!
Originally Posted by lukamura
Hello there, mentor.
Happy Holidays.
Staying indoors tonight...too old for the outdoor stuff, and beer is cheaper here
Wishing you and 3dmj a great new year. I hope nothing but the best for you guys in the new year and can't wait to see how much you guys expand and what you got up your sleeve as far as Q&A's go.
hope to see you and the crew dominate some powerlifting meets and on the stage!
best always!
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1)Many variables here, but if you are above your set point you can surely push it a bit
2)I would have a hard time using that on anyone who is carrying more LBM than their body would like, also almost everyone who I have worked with who has some form of ED formed it from using extreme measures at some point. I am all for being assertive, but to a point
For the mini cut caloric intake I will just take your video's advice of 10 cal per lb of bodyweight. Ill prob be 135lb when I need a mini cut so I will be eating 1350 cal per day for the mini cut. That should have me losing 2+lb of fat per week.
I agree, after looking at the RFL logs it is way too low of a caloric intake. And I love carbs way too much (I follow iifym...so cookies n' cream pop tarts while cutting) to actually follow that diet.
I am guessing protein should be kept a bit higher (at like 1.5g/lb) during a mini cut?
How do you incorporate refeeds on a mini cut (and free meals) when going from 15-10%? And how much should training volume be decreased while doing the mini cut (keeping weight on the bar the same)? Should cardio be kept at a minimum since there's already a more assertive deficit?
Wishing you and 3dmj a great new year. I hope nothing but the best for you guys in the new year and can't wait to see how much you guys expand and what you got up your sleeve as far as Q&A's go.
hope to see you and the crew dominate some powerlifting meets and on the stage!
best always!
Day two and I am maximizing myself to say the least! This will be the biggest year ever!
Originally Posted by JRemix
For the mini cut caloric intake I will just take your video's advice of 10 cal per lb of bodyweight. Ill prob be 135lb when I need a mini cut so I will be eating 1350 cal per day for the mini cut. That should have me losing 2+lb of fat per week.
I agree, after looking at the RFL logs it is way too low of a caloric intake. And I love carbs way too much (I follow iifym...so cookies n' cream pop tarts while cutting) to actually follow that diet.
I am guessing protein should be kept a bit higher (at like 1.5g/lb) during a mini cut?
How do you incorporate refeeds on a mini cut (and free meals) when going from 15-10%? And how much should training volume be decreased while doing the mini cut (keeping weight on the bar the same)? Should cardio be kept at a minimum since there's already a more assertive deficit?
I appreciate the help, happy new year!
1.25-1.5 for the pro, and high days after the first week at 14-16kcal/lb
No changes in training since the time period under a deficit will be short lived anyhow
Day two and I am maximizing myself to say the least! This will be the biggest year ever!
1.25-1.5 for the pro, and high days after the first week at 14-16kcal/lb
No changes in training since the time period under a deficit will be short lived anyhow
By high days you mean the refeed day. How many high days (where I eat at 14-16 cal/lb) should there be per week (when mini-cutting from 15% to 10%)?
I just saw another one of your mini cut related videos (lean gaining video 4). You said beginners should not be dieting. I agree with the goal of adding as much muscle as possible. I am a beginner (first year lifter) bulking from 12-13% body fat and focusing on gaining 3lbs per month (training with continual progressive overload/macros/not too high calorie amount but enough for growth - all that is in check). Realistically, how long can I gain for without getting too fat (16%ish)? And how long can the recomp part of the beginner year (where you can add muscle and lose some fat) last for?
I was thinking 5 months til I hit 15-16% but I am not saying this based on experience since I've only bulked for 2 months max (I had a long layoff til recently). Like if I got to 16% in 5 months would you say a 4 week mini cut is appropriate even though I'm a beginner?
I'm doing Jim Wendler's 5/3/1 for now, just started 3 weeks ago and have a deload scheduled this upcoming week. Do you think it's necessary to deload every 4th week on this program? The cerebral side of me says "just follow the program, just follow the program..." but the "meatier" side of me wants to lift heavy and take a set or two to failure. Have you tried this program at all? Is there maybe a hybrid you would reccommend (maybe deload every 8 weeks)? Thanks man keep those vids coming!
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I'm doing Jim Wendler's 5/3/1 for now, just started 3 weeks ago and have a deload scheduled this upcoming week. Do you think it's necessary to deload every 4th week on this program? The cerebral side of me says "just follow the program, just follow the program..." but the "meatier" side of me wants to lift heavy and take a set or two to failure. Have you tried this program at all? Is there maybe a hybrid you would reccommend (maybe deload every 8 weeks)? Thanks man keep those vids coming!
I'm doing 5/3/1 also. I'm going for deload after 2 cycles - 6 weeks.
my blog: http://missionsuperbody.blogspot.com/
My workout log: ->http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=139180333&p=976686193#post976686193<- hopefully this year I'll post more here ;).
Berto, you mentioned in your race to a 600 dead vid that you like trying new beers, have you seen untappd.com? It's a website and an app where you "check in" to beers you are drinking, keeps a track of what you have tried and what your rating for each one was, shows you what your friends are drinking and where, and suggests other beers to try based on beers that you like, it's pretty cool. Good way to keep a track of good beers you find.
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By high days you mean the refeed day. How many high days (where I eat at 14-16 cal/lb) should there be per week (when mini-cutting from 15% to 10%)?
I just saw another one of your mini cut related videos (lean gaining video 4). You said beginners should not be dieting. I agree with the goal of adding as much muscle as possible. I am a beginner (first year lifter) bulking from 12-13% body fat and focusing on gaining 3lbs per month (training with continual progressive overload/macros/not too high calorie amount but enough for growth - all that is in check). Realistically, how long can I gain for without getting too fat (16%ish)? And how long can the recomp part of the beginner year (where you can add muscle and lose some fat) last for?
I was thinking 5 months til I hit 15-16% but I am not saying this based on experience since I've only bulked for 2 months max (I had a long layoff til recently). Like if I got to 16% in 5 months would you say a 4 week mini cut is appropriate even though I'm a beginner?
Yes a "refeed" day
Two depends on many variables, but the first year of training is the one time you can lower your bodyfat by simply adding muscle, but 16 is a good amount for most. Might be worth hanging in there a little longer if its your first major growth phase
Originally Posted by TIUjoe
Hey Alberto,
I'm doing Jim Wendler's 5/3/1 for now, just started 3 weeks ago and have a deload scheduled this upcoming week. Do you think it's necessary to deload every 4th week on this program? The cerebral side of me says "just follow the program, just follow the program..." but the "meatier" side of me wants to lift heavy and take a set or two to failure. Have you tried this program at all? Is there maybe a hybrid you would reccommend (maybe deload every 8 weeks)? Thanks man keep those vids coming!
I would deload every 4th...deloads work best when you take them prior to digging yourself a hole
Originally Posted by Heracles26
fuk that is a lot of volume! what does your routine look like atm?
About 1/2 that volume
Originally Posted by PR1MO
Berto, you mentioned in your race to a 600 dead vid that you like trying new beers, have you seen untappd.com? It's a website and an app where you "check in" to beers you are drinking, keeps a track of what you have tried and what your rating for each one was, shows you what your friends are drinking and where, and suggests other beers to try based on beers that you like, it's pretty cool. Good way to keep a track of good beers you find.
/totallyunrelatedtoliftingpost
I am more of a beer advocate fan, but will take a look
Originally Posted by Mesoflex
What are your main goals with your current workout split?
also from your experience what split had the most impact on your upper body?
Prioritizing my back, and deadlift. For upper body its been pretty straight forward, but unlike lower body progression I don't get much when I walk that fine line with overreaching.
Oh and pumper work works well for my delts, but not so much my arms
Great videos berto, keep em coming.
Considering you've had some recent shoulder issues, it would be great if you could cover a piece regarding how to keep rotator's healthy (along with other shoulder injury prevention tips).
Two depends on many variables, but the first year of training is the one time you can lower your bodyfat by simply adding muscle, but 16 is a good amount for most. Might be worth hanging in there a little longer if its your first major growth phase
This is my first bulk ever (last one was before I stopped lifting in 2011 - added 4-5lbs of muscle in 2 months) so I'd say this is definitely my first major growth phase. I will bulk to 16%+ before dieting.
Great videos berto, keep em coming.
Considering you've had some recent shoulder issues, it would be great if you could cover a piece regarding how to keep rotator's healthy (along with other shoulder injury prevention tips).
Sure will just need to get a bit more organized to present it correctly. Because right now its more like go lift, and film a set if you think it needs to be documented.
Originally Posted by JRemix
This is my first bulk ever (last one was before I stopped lifting in 2011 - added 4-5lbs of muscle in 2 months) so I'd say this is definitely my first major growth phase. I will bulk to 16%+ before dieting.
Thanks for the help Berto.
I think that is exactly what you need
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Originally Posted by Zachary533
Recently been watching your 3dmj videos, alot of the information there is very useful! Loving your take on the cable row btw, tried it today- awesome.
Cheers
Thank you, I have really enjoyed just how wide of an audience youtube lets me reach, which at one point I guess was an issue for natural bodybuilding. Now its just as simple uploading a video. No quarterly publications
Berto...if you want help with your video's call or text me. I can help you get rid of those black bars on the side. You are recording it in 4:3 and then rendering it another way. I had this problem but recently but resolved it so they fill the screen.
Set your camera to record in 16:9, then in Windows Movie Maker set the project to 16:9 as well. Holler if you need a hand, great videos and information.
Berto...if you want help with your video's call or text me. I can help you get rid of those black bars on the side. You are recording it in 4:3 and then rendering it another way. I had this problem but recently but resolved it so they fill the screen.
Set your camera to record in 16:9, then in Windows Movie Maker set the project to 16:9 as well. Holler if you need a hand, great videos and information.
^^ Listen to this man! I always have to squint at your vids lol.
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Berto...if you want help with your video's call or text me. I can help you get rid of those black bars on the side. You are recording it in 4:3 and then rendering it another way. I had this problem but recently but resolved it so they fill the screen.
Set your camera to record in 16:9, then in Windows Movie Maker set the project to 16:9 as well. Holler if you need a hand, great videos and information.
Been told this before, but now I finally get it! Changed my video life!
Originally Posted by jpfaherty
Awesome video Berto!
I wish my gym had some of the equipment. Peanut butter and jealous.
And I don't even get in trouble if I break things, which happens often :P
Originally Posted by bigryan03
I had a feeling we'd be seeing you on here
^^ Listen to this man! I always have to squint at your vids lol.
Just want to reiterate I love these videos! Each time I learn something a bit different. In reference to your comments on Chins; You said they aren't the best because of weight fluctuation and shoulder issues.
Could you elaborate on those potential shoulder issues? Do you feel one arm pulldowns are the most effective way to target the lats in the vertical plane?
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