Hey all,
I'm pretty new to the world of bulking. I run cross-country (5k's), and I also want to put on some (not much) bulk for aesthetics. Is that possible even while running 30+ miles a week? I've read a lot about catabolism vs anabolism, but I'm still confused about whether you CAN'T build muscle in catabolism or whether it's just way harder. Also, since I have my leg program pretty much set does anyone have a good upper body/core workout? Thanks!
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02-09-2014, 12:16 PM #1
Running AND Bulking-Is It Possible?
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02-09-2014, 01:30 PM #2
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02-09-2014, 05:05 PM #3
Yes, its possible, and I'd advise it. Cardio helps a lot with cutting down rest times between sets.
You might have to cut it down a little while bulking though. It can affect gains on legs, and you'll have to eat more calories to make up for the calories burned from running(if you run a lot, which you do).
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02-09-2014, 05:28 PM #4
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02-09-2014, 06:23 PM #5
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Yup. You can. But 30+ miles a week is tough man. Not for nothing, but if your focus is 5ks, you do NOT need to run that much a week. Unless you're really gunning to WIN all those 5ks.
I run a 5k a week and I do 20 minutes of HIIT training 3 other days a week (rowing machine, jump rope, and stationary bike). Here's a pic of me at the height of my bulk....
Of course my 5k time was not great, but I kept doing it (I'm in the Army so I have to run a 2 mile test....the one about one month before this picture was a 15:30 2 mile run). I'm now doing a slow cut phase for this Summer's competitions and I'm sure my 5k time (and 2 mile time) will be getting back to about 7:30 min mile pace.
It's important to know that running 5k and bulking are not exactly two complimentary things, so don't expect to EXCEL at either. But there's no reason you can't make progress at one, even if you have to slow your progress with the other (or depending on where you're at, maybe not make ANY progress).
It's not like you HAVE to be 100% one way or the other. Go ahead and do both.
But 30+ miles a week? If you're trying to win your 5ks, maybe this is necessary. For me, I'm ok with participating and doing ok in them. To me, I'd rather make more progress bodybuilding.1) Eat right
2) Train hard
3) Repeat
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02-09-2014, 08:13 PM #6
Thanks guys. Yeah 30+ is intense but I do run competitively on a team. I'm still trying to break the 20 min mark (not quite there yet) and I know bulk will slow me down but i don't want too much. Just enough to do look good (thinking maybe 5 pounds-ish). I'm not sure I'll be able to eat that much though. That's a whole crapload! Another question: what's a good compound workout that hits your triceps (besides benching and/or pushups)?
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02-09-2014, 08:21 PM #7
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02-09-2014, 09:58 PM #8
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02-10-2014, 08:46 AM #9
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02-10-2014, 12:07 PM #10
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