The Official Stupid Question Thread: PART 2

[ronalbak]

Today I had to run 1 km for p.e.
I did it in 4 minutes and 7 seconds (I don't do any cardio), is that considered bad for someone who never runs?
I might could have done slightly better, I wasn't really pushing myself...

I ve quitted running a long time ago but i think thats decent, could have been better.

[ThedrunkHorse]

I ve quitted running a long time ago but i think thats decent, could have been better.

Thanks

[StrawHatPatriot]

How do you measure calories for products like chicken or turkey that don't show a nutrition label for each part?

Each part of a chicken doesn't have the same amount of calories, regardless of the amount that they way, right?

[ronalbak]

How do you measure calories for products like chicken or turkey that don't show a nutrition label for each part?

Each part of a chicken doesn't have the same amount of calories, regardless of the amount that they way, right?

weigh it first, then look for it calories on some websites.
make sure you have removed the bone before doing it.

yes, more fat = more calories, each part has its own amount of calories.

[fitbun]

Hey I was wondering if I can stay at my weight (give or take a few pounds) but shed extra fat and replace it with muscle. I'm 16 5'5 128lbs currently. Would I just eat at maintenance and follow a beginner program? I'll also be watching my diet strictly and wonder if i'd be good to get any supplements other then whey. Thanks.

[ronalbak]

Hey I was wondering if I can stay at my weight (give or take a few pounds) but shed extra fat and replace it with muscle. I'm 16 5'5 128lbs currently. Would I just eat at maintenance and follow a beginner program? I'll also be watching my diet strictly and wonder if i'd be good to get any supplements other then whey. Thanks.

c'on men. 128lbs @ 5'5?? You really need to gain some weight. Just bulk up, control your calories and then cut down.

[fitbun]

c'on men. 128lbs @ 5'5?? You really need to gain some weight. Just bulk up, control your calories and then cut down.

I'd be open to being pretty lean at 145 or around there, my main concern is just that I don't have the cash for any clothing since when I was up there I wore smalls or medium. If that wasn't an issue, what would be a good weight to bulk to? I don't wanna be huge just athletic looking.

[ronalbak]

I'd be open to being pretty lean at 145 or around there, my main concern is just that I don't have the cash for any clothing since when I was up there I wore smalls or medium. If that wasn't an issue, what would be a good weight to bulk to? I don't wanna be huge just athletic looking.

at least bulk to 60kg. 65 is optimal.
you wont get huge if you are still thinking like that

[fitbun]

at least bulk to 60kg. 65 is optimal.
you wont get huge if you are still thinking like that

Thanks I didn't realize a bulk could be gaining less than 10lbs, I thought to see any difference I'd need to be at 150. I appreciate your help!

[StrawHatPatriot]

weigh it first, then look for it calories on some websites.
make sure you have removed the bone before doing it.

yes, more fat = more calories, each part has its own amount of calories.

So on the package, the calories per gram do not include the bone then.

[BlacThunder]

Nope (:

WASSUP NINJA! I'm back! You didn't forget about me did you?

I weigh 160.2 Pounds now! How cool is that bro!?
All summer I was stuck in the 60's and it seems that plateau has finally been crossed over. I read about a guy who went on a journey to get Abbs. He had Abbs at 153! I remember you told me aim to 145, but if they appear at 153 then I'm closer than I thought! Right? This is the lowest weight I've been and I'm happy . I'm dying to get a 6 pack.

Anything I should know ? Is 153 the way to go?

[CWGame]

WASSUP NINJA! I'm back! You didn't forget about me did you?

I weigh 160.2 Pounds now! How cool is that bro!?
All summer I was stuck in the 60's and it seems that plateau has finally been crossed over. I read about a guy who went on a journey to get Abbs. He had Abbs at 153! I remember you told me aim to 145, but if they appear at 153 then I'm closer than I thought! Right? This is the lowest weight I've been and I'm happy . I'm dying to get a 6 pack.

Anything I should know ? Is 153 the way to go?

Definitely not man! Nice to see you again and see you have been doing good. About the weight, don't by a certain weight you should judge by the mirror, is what I was saying is you don't really want to get much lower then 145~. Good luck man

[BlacThunder]

Definitely not man! Nice to see you again and see you have been doing good. About the weight, don't by a certain weight you should judge by the mirror, is what I was saying is you don't really want to get much lower then 145~. Good luck man

Apparently either I misread the scale, or there must of been something strange going on in my body. Can cardio be high Intensity? Last time I ran was this morning. Haven't really eaten too much.

Just now my scale said it was a whopping 153 Pounds! Even after I took a shower it stayed the same!
Impossibru!
Was it due my sprinting? Or what? This is good but weird.
My back was hurting a bit earlier too. Figured I should mention that. It's better now

[StrawHatPatriot]

I'm only 16, but have a lot of body fat (specifically belly fat and leg fat). I have muscle mass on my chest and arms, but not much on my back, but that's besides the point.

* How should I lose weight? I went to a different section and many people were saying that I'm too young to be cutting.

* Also, should I do more calisthenics at this age and do serious lifting later when I'm fully done growing? (My height has almost plateaued over the last 3-4 years, and I have trouble sleeping at night, and my left knee isn't good).

[ronalbak]

I'm only 16, but have a lot of body fat (specifically belly fat and leg fat). I have muscle mass on my chest and arms, but not much on my back, but that's besides the point.

* How should I lose weight? I went to a different section and many people were saying that I'm too young to be cutting.

* Also, should I do more calisthenics at this age and do serious lifting later when I'm fully done growing? (My height has almost plateaued over the last 3-4 years, and I have trouble sleeping at night, and my left knee isn't good).

* Cardio, HIIT + Deficit Diet
* Both of them work fine. I started lifting when i was 16( 2 y ago) and now i am 2cm higher.

[StrawHatPatriot]

* Cardio, HIIT + Deficit Diet
* Both of them work fine. I started lifting when i was 16( 2 y ago) and now i am 2cm higher.

Cool, thanks.

Jump Rope is an effective form of cardio right?

[elemein]

Hey guys, sorry for asking a question probably easily search-able, but I haven't been able to find the answer.I am looking for a beginners, full-body workout, but for 2 days a week. I have done some searching for a bit over an hour over the internet looking for a full-body workout for two days for a teen (19) beginner, but almost everything I turn up is for 3 days, or for experienced folk.

I know only being able to work out twice a week is very sub-optimal, but due to my work, family, and college obligations, its really all I can fit in, and I figured two days a week (tues & thursday) is better than zippo.

So yeah, can anyone recommend me any? Or perhaps a modification of one already existing?

Thank you! Sorry if it sounds super redundant, I really have been looking, just cant find much

[StrawHatPatriot]

Hey guys, sorry for asking a question probably easily search-able, but I haven't been able to find the answer.I am looking for a beginners, full-body workout, but for 2 days a week. I have done some searching for a bit over an hour over the internet looking for a full-body workout for two days for a teen (19) beginner, but almost everything I turn up is for 3 days, or for experienced folk.

I know only being able to work out twice a week is very sub-optimal, but due to my work, family, and college obligations, its really all I can fit in, and I figured two days a week (tues & thursday) is better than zippo.

So yeah, can anyone recommend me any? Or perhaps a modification of one already existing?

Thank you! Sorry if it sounds super redundant, I really have been looking, just cant find much

A simple one is to do the basic compund lifts. Since you're going twice a week, try to push yourself (but not too heavy that you break something or fail to actually feel the right muscles).

Squats, Bench Press, Bent Rows, Pull-Ups, and Overhead Press for instance. you can do a 5X5 for those if you're just starting off.

[elemein]

A simple one is to do the basic compund lifts. Since you're going twice a week, try to push yourself (but not too heavy that you break something or fail to actually feel the right muscles).

Squats, Bench Press, Bent Rows, Pull-Ups, and Overhead Press for instance. you can do a 5X5 for those if you're just starting off.

Thanks! Sounds good!

[ronalbak]

Cool, thanks.

Jump Rope is an effective form of cardio right?

indeed

[OmgAlvin]

im currently doing the workout cycle of Jim Wendler's 5/3/1 Program and while i have been making some good strength gains i have a question abotu the program overall. When working out each week for the cycle, what should i do if i can't hit the numbers i'm calculated to hit? An example of this would say im suppose to hit OHP for 5 sets of 7 at 135 pounds but i can only hit 2 sets of that. Should i drop the weight to the previous week hitting at 125 pounds for 7 reps and try again to hit 135 the next week? thank you for your help.

[ronalbak]

im currently doing the workout cycle of Jim Wendler's 5/3/1 Program and while i have been making some good strength gains i have a question abotu the program overall. When working out each week for the cycle, what should i do if i can't hit the numbers i'm calculated to hit? An example of this would say im suppose to hit OHP for 5 sets of 7 at 135 pounds but i can only hit 2 sets of that. Should i drop the weight to the previous week hitting at 125 pounds for 7 reps and try again to hit 135 the next week? thank you for your help.

For a beginner, 531 is not an optimal program.
Do SL, SS, ICF instead

[BACONS]

i wonder if i can post my body and get some advice like what to eat to have a zac efron body

[ronalbak]

i wonder if i can post my body and get some advice like what to eat to have a zac efron body

why not, post a new thread then hope for luck

[gettherefast]

Hello.
I'm total beginner in fat loss. I need some advice how to do it.
i feel that im overweighted, yes im 170cm(5 ft) tall and 92kgs(202lbs), i can barely run.

and here's my problem, i have no time for gym, yes, gym around here open from 6am - 5pm.
well i cant do that, i went to college at 7am i came home around 7pm thats why.

I cant quit my part time job, you know what i mean
but i can stay awake till 11-12pm before i felt sleepy.
currently i go swimming every sunday from 6am - 10am (and yes gym are closed on sunday)
any sugestion how to change or replace those gym activities?

Sorry for my suck english.
Thanks

[ronalbak]

Hello.
I'm total beginner in fat loss. I need some advice how to do it.
i feel that im overweighted, yes im 170cm(5 ft) tall and 92kgs(202lbs), i can barely run.

and here's my problem, i have no time for gym, yes, gym around here open from 6am - 5pm.
well i cant do that, i went to college at 7am i came home around 7pm thats why.

I cant quit my part time job, you know what i mean
but i can stay awake till 11-12pm before i felt sleepy.
currently i go swimming every sunday from 6am - 10am (and yes gym are closed on sunday)
any sugestion how to change or replace those gym activities?

Sorry for my suck english.
Thanks

The most important thing when you bulk up or cut down is your diet.
Eat deficit, be active, you dont need to go to the gym
Riding bike instead of driving car is a good idea instead of running.
I wouldnt recommend running since you are obese and running is not optimal for your ankles

[gettherefast]

The most important thing when you bulk up or cut down is your diet.
Eat deficit, be active, you dont need to go to the gym
Riding bike instead of driving car is a good idea instead of running.
I wouldnt recommend running since you are obese and running is not optimal for your ankles

okay, i should buy a bike next month then
and what about swimming i always do every sunday? keep it or replace with cycling?
could you please give me an example about eat deficit?
thanks

[ronalbak]

okay, i should buy a bike next month then
and what about swimming i always do every sunday? keep it or replace with cycling?
could you please give me an example about eat deficit?
thanks

How about doing both. Riding bike to the pool the swimming and riding back home.
Eat deficit mean calo in < calo out.
Eat clean food, make sure calo in < calo out.
I would eat a bowl of quaker oats old fashion instead of Mc Donald.( better for your health, makes you feel full longer)
My maintance calories are 2500. So if i want to lose weight, i ll eat 2300-2000.

[gettherefast]

How about doing both. Riding bike to the pool the swimming and riding back home.
Eat deficit mean calo in < calo out.
Eat clean food, make sure calo in < calo out.
I would eat a bowl of quaker oats old fashion instead of Mc Donald.( better for your health, makes you feel full longer)
My maintance calories are 2500. So if i want to lose weight, i ll eat 2300-2000.

Well thanks for your advice, every single one of it.

Doing both cycling and swimming is kinda hard, 10km in distance,
but no problem, i'll give it a try.
okay then, i should learn how much calories i needed every day.

thanks pal

[ThedrunkHorse]

^^^^^^ Dude, keep us updated on your progress, if it gets hard and you start thinking of quitting, just remember why you started