The Official Stupid Question Thread: PART 2

[N4J4R]

THREAD RULES:

Ask any question having to do with bodybuilding, powerlifting, sports etc. doesn't matter how dumb the question...we won't flame...do it

**This thread is for serious questions, and for those wanting good, helpful answers, trolling and flaming will be negged**

ADDITIONAL RULE(S):

TO ADVICE GIVERS: Please try to give FACTUALLY correct (scientifically supported, for example) information where applicable.

TO ADVICE SEEKERS: This thread is NOT for new lifters only. ANYONE can post in here and ask a legitimate question.

For those that are interested...

CHAPTER 1: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=135982301

[Gurung84]

Can you add exercises that you would do in split routines with the blss, for example. Workout A then like the exercises that you would do for split such as tricep extensions chest flies etc. So mixing split with fullbody? Sounds stupid, but I dunno

[Coolcicada]

Great thread.

[N4J4R]

Can you add exercises that you would do in split routines with the blss, for example. Workout A then like the exercises that you would do for split such as tricep extensions chest flies etc. So mixing split with fullbody? Sounds stupid, but I dunno

Doing some well placed accessory work after the core lifts of BLSS is fine. Some tricep work isn't a bad idea at all, IMO. It can have some potential carry over effect(s) to your pressing, for example. Don't go overboard with the accessory work. If it begins to interfere with your ability to recover and thus the progression of the core lifts, cut back a bit, IMO. I would highly recommend that some rear delt work be done as a staple bit of accessory work.

Great thread.

PM'd Gorilla to get this stuck in place of the original. Post count getting high on the old one.

[RollTideNation]

In to offer advice, answer questions, and all that good stuff.

Like old times.

[naich]

how does form vary from a powerlifting style bench to a "bodybuilding" style bench?

[N4J4R]

how does form vary from a powerlifting style bench to a "bodybuilding" style bench?

Powerlifters tend to have an arch and may use a wider grip. Feet positioning also tends to differ. Check out the so you think you can bench series on youtube to see a powerlifting set up. The difference between a PL set up and a 'BB' set up should be apparent. PL set up should allow you to lift more weight. There is generally less ROM used as well.

[RedSoxBrah]

When's your e-book gonna be done?

[N4J4R]

When's your e-book gonna be done?

By the 28th/29th of November. Multi tasking right now. Currently at 666 pages in length and that's just supplements.

[DerekEt]

In # GSF4life

[eggn0g]

Carb cycling a good way to stay lean while bulking?

[RollTideNation]

By the 28th/29th of November. Multi tasking right now. Currently at 666 pages in length and that's just supplements.

Good grief. I thought I was going to read it, but idk... What kind of supplements are you covering? I'm thinking it's time to start cliffing it lol

[naich]

Powerlifters tend to have an arch and may use a wider grip. Feet positioning also tends to differ. Check out the so you think you can bench series on youtube to see a powerlifting set up. The difference between a PL set up and a 'BB' set up should be apparent. PL set up should allow you to lift more weight. There is generally less ROM used as well.

saw the whole thing before, thanks for the reply. ROM seems to make sense.

[N4J4R]

In # GSF4life

Negs on recharge

Carb cycling a good way to stay lean while bulking?

I see no real point in dramatically dropping carbs on a few days during a week whilst bulking, but that's just me. IMO, you can eat at a slightly smaller surplus on off days and ramp things up a bit more on training days if you want to. You should still be in a slight surplus by the end of the week. If you're starting at a relatively low bf % (10-12% for example), you could try bulking and cutting in mini cycles as per Layne Norton's suggestion. Basically you bulk at about 1 pound per week for 6-8 weeks and then you cut for about 2 weeks at 1 pound per week; rinse and repeat. I personally do something pretty similar to this and it does help to keep me relatively lean year round.

Good grief. I thought I was going to read it, but idk... What kind of supplements are you covering? I'm thinking it's time to start cliffing it lol

The question should be 'What supplements AREN'T I covering?' lol...
Don't worry; it's pretty easy to follow. I've kept it simplistic and in Laymans terms for a lot of it. The bulk of the page count comes from my studies....

saw the whole thing before, thanks for the reply. ROM seems to make sense.

No worries, brah!

[DerekEt]

Actually I have a question, curious for your input and others lmao.

I hit the following bodyparts in my Full Body routines:

-Chest (main movement : incline bench )
-Tricep (main movement : french press )
-Quad (main movement : front squat )
-Ham (main movement : deadlift )
-Back (main movement : barbell row)
-Delt (main movement : upright row)
-Calves
-Abs

I have either always done bodyparts in the order of one of the following:

-Quads,Chest,Back,Delt,Bicep,Tricep,Calves,Hams,Abs

-Chest,Tricep,Quads,Hams,Back,Bicep,Delts,Calves,Ab s

-Chest,Delt,Tri,Quad,Ham,Calf,Back,Bicep,Calves,Ab

The one in bold is the one that seems to make the most sense to me/worked the best IMO.



What is your opinion on the most optimal way to work across your whole body? Keep in mind, that doing Legs after Back, can make your Legs suffer a lot, and that I do no "Shoulder Pressing" for my Delt work; only Upright Rows+Laterals. Also, my Hamstrings main movement is Deadlifts.

[eggn0g]

Negs on recharge



I see no real point in dramatically dropping carbs on a few days during a week whilst whilst bulking, but that's just me. IMO, you can eat at a slightly smaller surplus on off days and ramp things up a bit more on training days if you want to. You should still be in a slight surplus by the end of the week. If you're starting at a relatively low bf % (10-12% for example), you could try bulking and cutting in mini cycles as per Layne Norton's suggestion. Basically you bulk at about 1 pound per week for 6-8 weeks and then you cut for abour 2 weeks at 1 pound per week; rinse and repeat. I personally do something pretty similar to this and it does help to keep me relatively lean year round.




The question should be 'What supplements AREN'T I covering?' lol...
Don't worry; it's pretty easy to follow. I've kept it simplistic and in Laymans terms for a lot of it. The bulk of the page count comes from my studies....



No worries, brah!

Spidey recommended something like eating 1g of protein per 10 calories on off days and 1g of protein per 15 calories on off days and majority of carbs to be eaten around your workout

[N4J4R]

Spidey recommended something like eating 1g of protein per 10 calories on off days and 1g of protein per 15 calories on off days and majority of carbs to be eaten around your workout

Wait, which is eaten on off days lol? 1g per 10 cals or 1g per 15 cals?
Eating the majority of your carbs around your workout isn't a bad idea, IMO. I tend to do something similar. Meal timing is essentially irrelevant in terms of its affects upon body composition, though carbs are pretty good for fueling your workout, IMO.

Actually I have a question, curious for your input and others lmao.

I hit the following bodyparts in my Full Body routines:

-Chest (main movement : incline bench )
-Tricep (main movement : french press )
-Quad (main movement : front squat )
-Ham (main movement : deadlift )
-Back (main movement : barbell row)
-Delt (main movement : upright row)
-Calves
-Abs

I have either always done bodyparts in the order of one of the following:

-Quads,Chest,Back,Delt,Bicep,Tricep,Calves,Hams,Abs

-Chest,Tricep,Quads,Hams,Back,Bicep,Delts,Calves,Ab s

-Chest,Delt,Tri,Quad,Ham,Calf,Back,Bicep,Calves,Ab

The one in bold is the one that seems to make the most sense to me/worked the best IMO.



What is your opinion on the most optimal way to work across your whole body? Keep in mind, that doing Legs after Back, can make your Legs suffer a lot, and that I do no "Shoulder Pressing" for my Delt work; only Upright Rows+Laterals. Also, my Hamstrings main movement is Deadlifts.

I'm inclined to agree with your bold option. Alternatively, the one above doesn't look too bad, either IMO. I say this because strength programs generally have you working in a similar fashion i.e. squat, bench, row. Personally I also think it's up to the lifter as well (if that makes sense?).




EDIT:


THANK'S FOR THE STICKY, 400Lb GORILLA!!!

[DerekEt]

Aw yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaa thanks a lot 400lb Gorilla, srs. N4J4R, IMO we should remake this on GSF too

[SethBJJ]

Aw yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaa thanks a lot 400lb Gorilla, srs. N4J4R, IMO we should remake this on GSF too

It's the 20 page thread stickied in the training section

Also in on this one

[bogui94]

Will masturbation hinder my gains?
My waist is 33-34, would going on a cut reduce it or do I genetically have a large?

[N4J4R]

Will masturbation hinder my gains?
My waist is 33-34, would going on a cut reduce it or do I genetically have a large?

1. No.
2. Quite possibly (to both cutting in order to reduce the size of your waist line and having a slightly larger build in general).

[bogui94]

1. No.
2. Quite possibly (to both cutting in order to reduce the size of your waist line and having a slightly larger build in general).

I'd like to get it down to 29-30, is that possible? It looks like I generally hold fat in that area.
According to some members, I have gyno but from the pictures that I've seen both online & around me, mine doesn't seem to be it. Idk if it's fat in my nipples , only that I got it during puberty and it looks normal under certain conditions(gets hard when it's cold, you get the gist). Would surgery be my only option or should I build some mass in my chest to make it look smaller?

[RollTideNation]

I'd like to get it down to 29-30, is that possible? It looks like I generally hold fat in that area.
According to some members, I have gyno but from the pictures that I've seen both online & around me, mine doesn't seem to be it. Idk if it's fat in my nipples , only that I got it during puberty and it looks normal under certain conditions(gets hard when it's cold, you get the gist). Would surgery be my only option or should I build some mass in my chest to make it look smaller?

In to help brogui for the first time in the OSQT

You could do either. Surgery is really the only thing to fix the problem, unless it just goes away. Considering your age, I'd say surgery is your best bet. Pretty sure I have it too. Feelsbadman. Building up your chest could probably camouflage it to some degree. I'll be honest, I don't know much about gyno. Now if you had a question about how to get ready for a sport, I'm your guy lol

Hope this helps fellow koala tea poster

[bogui94]

In to help brogui for the first time in the OSQT

You could do either. Surgery is really the only thing to fix the problem, unless it just goes away. Considering your age, I'd say surgery is your best bet. Pretty sure I have it too. Feelsbadman. Building up your chest could probably camouflage it to some degree. I'll be honest, I don't know much about gyno. Now if you had a question about how to get ready for a sport, I'm your guy lol

Hope this helps fellow koala tea poster

Don't have the funds for a surgery yet, so I'll try to build some mass and see how that goes..
Thanks for the input!
Might come back for some help regarding sprints.

[RollTideNation]

Don't have the funds for a surgery yet, so I'll try to build some mass and see how that goes..
Thanks for the input!
Might come back for some help regarding sprints.

Does insurance cover the surgery? Seems like they should... But probably not. They never cover anything lol

I'll do my best to help man. Just hit me up whenever you need assistance.

[N4J4R]

I'd like to get it down to 29-30, is that possible? It looks like I generally hold fat in that area.
According to some members, I have gyno but from the pictures that I've seen both online & around me, mine doesn't seem to be it. Idk if it's fat in my nipples , only that I got it during puberty and it looks normal under certain conditions(gets hard when it's cold, you get the gist). Would surgery be my only option or should I build some mass in my chest to make it look smaller?

Possible? Most probably. It'd take a while, IMO and I'm sure you're already well aware that spot reduction of body fat is not possible. A nice slow cut would probably help, IMO.
You may have a slight case of gyno, but it's a little hard to tell just from your avi. If it does not go away naturally, then it would probably be worth going and seeing your doctor to talk about possible options. IMHO, I think it'll go away with time; you're still young (well a fair bit younger than I haha). Again, if problems persist and it's causing you some strife, pay your doctor a visit and get a second, professional opinion. I don't think building mass would do all that much to 'hide' the gyno, but at the same time, building mass isn't going to hurt either, IMO.

EDIT: Using a SERM may be an option, though you should probably speak to a doctor about this.

[RollTideNation]

N4, nice job on that pull that was seen on that one social networking site....

[N4J4R]

N4, nice job on that pull that was seen on that one social networking site....

Old pull was old. From October 19th. If it weren't for exams, I would be pulling a tonne more (was literally adding 5kg per week to my pulls for reps). Meet this coming Friday night; Fuzzy thinks I may have another 20kg in me. Just need to focus on getting tighter and focusing my strength more on the lift itself.
Cheers mate

[RollTideNation]

Old pull was old. From October 19th. If it weren't for exams, I would be pulling a tonne more (was literally adding 5kg per week to my pulls for reps). Meet this coming Friday night; Fuzzy thinks I may have another 20kg in me. Just need to focus on getting tighter and focusing my strength more on the lift itself.
Cheers mate

Oh, I see... Old pull. Record it! I want to see.

Also, how are things going? Curious because I never heard back from you. If you ever want to chat, PM me over at the gsf.

[N4J4R]

Oh, I see... Old pull. Record it! I want to see.

Also, how are things going? Curious because I never heard back from you. If you ever want to chat, PM me over at the gsf.

My bro should be coming out to the comp; hopefully he can get some footage. Looking like this will be the go:

1st attempt - 185
2nd attempt - 205
3rd attempt - 210-230+

Currently about 80kg morning weight.

Things are o.k. at this stage. Pretty flat out and I'm about to head outdoors since the weather is pretty nice to work on the e-book. I've not been too active online as far as checking my PMs lol. I have a stack built up on FB and on the GSF. I'll fill you in later tonight, dude