I am new to the program and I am really pumped about getting my workout routine started. I am in average shape for my age and I want to improve my shape. I noticed most guys body shave or shave at least their chest. I wanted to get some feedback on the pros of doing this. It seems like a real motivator. Not sure want my wife and friends will think however I really don't care what my friends think. Also is waxing preferred. Thanks for the feedback.
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05-15-2014, 01:42 PM #1Registered User
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to shave or not to shave
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05-15-2014, 01:51 PM #2All about some GAINZ!
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Uhhhh.... good luck with that. I may do a bit of grooming but flat out shaving isn't my thing; it's too much trouble to maintain for me. I'm going for that Hugh Jackman Wolverine, rugged masculine look. It's low maintenance and allows me to take a stand for hairy men everywhere. I'm bringing hairy back!
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05-15-2014, 01:53 PM #3Registered User
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whatever you want op. should only matter to you.
Clinically approved to kill that ass instantly!!
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05-15-2014, 02:19 PM #4Registered User
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If you flex hard enough the hair just falls off. Maybe you're not trying enough.
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05-15-2014, 02:48 PM #5Nihilist
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Pros: Muscle shows better.
Cons: Shaving anything below the neck is kinda girly.It takes a big man to cry, but it takes a bigger man to laugh at that man.
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05-15-2014, 02:53 PM #6~~~~~~
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Unless your going to compete then there really is no need.
I personally use clippers one a month.Where the mind goes the body follows.
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05-15-2014, 03:03 PM #7Sith Apprentice
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A long time ago I tried to shave my chest. I was in my early twenties and it was growing in a weird pattern and annoyed the crap out of me. It was pretty sweet for about a day or two. Then it started growing back in. It itched like hell and my girlfriend complained about the stubble.
So then I tried nair. That would have been great save the fact that I have super sensitive skin and basically got chemical burns (despite leaving it on for the least amount of recommended time).
The guys who seriously compete just laser it off (costs somewhere around $2k I think). When I get to the point where I am going shirtless again I will probably just trim it back with clippers.Peace is a lie, there is only passion.
Through passion, I gain strength.
Through strength, I gain power.
Through power, I gain victory.
Through victory, my chains are broken.
The Force shall free me.
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05-15-2014, 03:05 PM #8Registered User
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I'd go with wax OP...
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05-15-2014, 03:07 PM #9Registered User
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I tried shaving my chest once, just caused irritation and stubble on the chest looks stupid. I now run over a grade 1 clippers every so often and its just right and looks neat.
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05-15-2014, 03:12 PM #10Sith Apprentice
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That was another thing I tried... also not good for those with sensitive skin. The pain wasn't a problem, but my follicles got all red and it looked like I had some weird disease. I made peace with the fact that I will just be pale and furry.Originally Posted by Jtbny
Peace is a lie, there is only passion.
Through passion, I gain strength.
Through strength, I gain power.
Through power, I gain victory.
Through victory, my chains are broken.
The Force shall free me.
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05-15-2014, 04:36 PM #11Registered User
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^^^This... because what could be the downside?Originally Posted by Jtbny
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05-15-2014, 05:03 PM #12close enough isn't!
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and PLEASE post a video. LolOriginally Posted by Jtbny
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05-15-2014, 05:16 PM #13Has new batteries!
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I can go one better than that. For surgery, some hospitals like to kind of wax your chest instead of shaving you. I had a 1' x 1' square of sticky tape stuck to me and then ripped off in one go.Originally Posted by Bo_Flecks
^^^This... because what could be the downside?
Screw nature; my body will do what I DAMN WELL tell it to do!
The only dangerous thing about an exercise is the person doing it.
They had the technology to rebuild me. They made me better, stronger, faster......
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05-15-2014, 06:04 PM #14Registered User
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No thanks, there are many reasons I chose powerlifting. The shaving thing is one of them. I need a riding mower to trim my body hair.
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05-15-2014, 06:41 PM #15Registered User
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Okay... to answer the question seriously, I trimmed my entire body down to this...
...using a Conair electric clipper like this on setting 1 (which is the closest setting).
It wasn't a completely smooth shave, but since I am not the hairiest guy on the planet, it didn't need to be. I got no razor bumps or ingrown hairs from the deal. You just need to be careful not to nip your skin in the various joints...
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05-16-2014, 08:26 AM #16Registered User
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Personal preference IMO.
If you don't have a lot, and like the way you look shaved, then do it.
I'm too hairy to shave it all. The hot water tank would run out before I finished!
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05-16-2014, 08:33 AM #17Registered User
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A wahl or clipper down to the lowest guide(1) has several benefits,so here are a few. You can see your progress better, deodorant works better,no ingrowns, and a little hair for your female fans of hair.
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05-16-2014, 08:44 AM #18bulking
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many methods being described
for the electric clippers - best method is side to side - side to side
for the chemical stuff application is best done in an up and down manner - up, down, up, down
and finally for those who are not aware
the last method is simply
wax on,wax off☻/
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05-16-2014, 08:54 AM #19Registered User
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Motivation comes from within...not much that shaving your chest is going to do to get that IMHO.
"Common sense is not so common".
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05-16-2014, 09:07 AM #20Suns Out Guns Out
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Funny you posted this thread. I just shaved my chest / stomach for the first time since i was about 22 years old. It took me about an hour to get it done and it totally made me look fatter! LOL. Man what a white boy under there too. The first day or two wasn't bad but now, a week later i have gotten pimples. I NEVER have pimples and now i have them on my chest. Hopefully when i get some sun on it they will start to go away. If not, the hair will be back...
Pain is just weakness leaving the body!
People who say it can't be done should not interrupt those who are doing it
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05-22-2014, 12:16 PM #21Registered User
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Originally Posted by Geneius365
^^^ This. Thought I had done pretty good getting the BF down pretty low. Decided to see what I looked like.
Dear Lord. Fat white boy. That's all I could think. Couldn't wait for the hair to grow back.
Lesson: If you really aren't all that, don't try it.
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05-22-2014, 12:22 PM #22Registered User
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Since I'm doing my first competition in a few weeks I need to shave, well, I've never shaved my legs or arms in 37yrs so wanted to make sure I had a head start and did show up at the contest with bumps all over me.
It went well, trimmed down with clippers then shaved, definitely shows off the muscle tone better.Dave
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06-12-2014, 04:59 AM #23Registered User
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Simple. Move this idea of yours to the end of your, "list of things that should concern you about getting in shape", until after your hard six pack emerges.Originally Posted by gelinton
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06-12-2014, 08:03 AM #24struggling with diet
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nuff said ^^^^^Originally Posted by thewhaleshark
*Compare yourself to yourself. Everyday become a stronger version of yourself.*
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06-12-2014, 08:21 AM #25fat fukc
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In for vids...Originally Posted by Jtbny
Well meaning, elderly man with a poor memory...pause
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