New Gay Thread - Part 5

[broad.stance]

Hey everyone! =)

I'm Brian, from Columbus, Ohio! 23 years old. ~195 lbs and about 25-30% BF.

Let's just go ahead and get this out there, I'm one of those new years resolution people.

Yeah, you know them. I bet they come and go from this site like crazy. I'm going to do everything possible to not be one of them. I am tired of feeling like the average American that sits his ass in a chair, eats, and goes home and does the same thing. Everyday, slowly watching themself grow outwards and eating more because they are unhappy... because they eat too much and do nothing in the first place.

I have a gym membership now and I am trying to gather together as many resources and I can -- anything is helpful.

Anyways, I was browsing the forums and found this little gem and thought I would drop by and introduce myself and where I stand.

Welcome.

Stay out of the main Misc. It's a mess in there.

In the meantime, I suggest sticking to sections that will help with your goals. Workout Programs. Exercises. Nutrition. Fat Loss. Areas like that. Take some time to learn as much as you can and how to apply the information to get results.

Is there a lesbos chat thread or this one is the only gay one out here? It seemed like it was only guys posting on it.

Hello,

"Calling any/all lesbians" (http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...495991&page=61) is currently suffering from lesbian thread death ::ba dum tss::, though gets revived now and again.

There are a few LGBT bodygroups on the site, and one specifically for women. I'll PM you that link.

[MiamiSpartan]

Is there a lesbos chat thread or this one is the only gay one out here? It seemed like it was only guys posting on it.

There are only guys posting here, but if you continue to post, then we will have women, too!!
Welcome!!

[MiamiSpartan]

Today was my first time back in the gym in almost a month!! Crazy work schedule at the holidays!!
Finally had a day off as well…..
Gotta get back in the grind….

[Savyna]

There are only guys posting here, but if you continue to post, then we will have women, too!!
Welcome!!

Thanks for the welcome. Enjoy your day off

[dreamboi]

Hey I'm back guys where is my buddy carlos?

[Big_Dip]

Striaght here but mirin' the huge gay guys who would kick my ass!

[drgav31]

Hey Savyna...some female perspective may help us all a bit (well, some of us). Welcome!

[bhujerban]

Not travelling to Chicago today. My travel buddy fell on the ice and effed up his tailbone so he doesn't feel up to travel. So we'll go another day.

I see this as God's way of keeping me out of danger. That's the only thing that keeps me from being angry at plans being diverted yet again.

[Savyna]

Hey Savyna...some female perspective may help us all a bit (well, some of us). Welcome!

Thanks for the welcome, and awesome signature haha. I hope the same for me hehehe.

[snoland08]

Love to find some new "buds"

[sandmussel]

I just came across an article titled "How Brief is Brief Enough?" by Dave Sears (editor and publisher of Muscles in Minutes). I'm intrigued because he mentions that after experimenting on sets and rest days and following advice from Mike Mentzer, he concluded that one set per exercise was certainly enough stimulus to cause muscle growth, if performed properly. He also mentioned that he found six (!!!) rest days between workouts to be effective in increasing strength. I'm thinking of giving it a try it a try for a month or two, and see what happens.

[bhujerban]

I just came across an article titled "How Brief is Brief Enough?" by Dave Sears (editor and publisher of Muscles in Minutes). I'm intrigued because he mentions that after experimenting on sets and rest days and following advice from Mike Mentzer, he concluded that one set per exercise was certainly enough stimulus to cause muscle growth, if performed properly. He also mentioned that he found six (!!!) rest days between workouts to be effective in increasing strength. I'm thinking of giving it a try it a try for a month or two, and see what happens.

That sounds strangely familiar to me. I remember doing something called "Bare Minimum Training" in which you worked only a couple of sets for each muscle and that was it. Doing more sets and reps were just for vanity and longer workouts, which the author deemed unnecessary. It seemed like a lot of broscience and maybe good if you are pressed for short workouts, but it didn't do sh*t for me. I certainly didn't feel good at the end of the workouts, if one may even call them that.

[Savyna]

That sounds strangely familiar to me. I remember doing something called "Bare Minimum Training" in which you worked only a couple of sets for each muscle and that was it. Doing more sets and reps were just for vanity and longer workouts, which the author deemed unnecessary. It seemed like a lot of broscience and maybe good if you are pressed for short workouts, but it didn't do sh*t for me. I certainly didn't feel good at the end of the workouts, if one may even call them that.

Are you supposed to workout with a heavier weight than you usually would with this one? That's the only sorta way it seems like one set is effective.

[MenStraight]

Happy New Years Eve Everybody! Off to work and celebrating tomorrow.

[bhujerban]

Happy New Year my fabulous horny hookers!

Here, I went to the trouble of making this. Please watch. It's fun!

[MenStraight]

I thought I was going to see man on man action, darn

Well done..

Happy new Year!

Happy New Year my fabulous horny hookers!

Here, I went to the trouble of making this. Please watch. It's fun!

[tator456]

Okie dokie.

So, I've been slow at work and started reading a few stickies and had a question I wanted multiple opinions on.

I understand the macros, multiple meals a day, pre and post workout meals, low and hi GI carbs, etc. etc.

However, I don't understand how you plan out your meals each week. Do you simply buy whatever (bulk protein, veggies, and fruite) and eat the same thing everyday or do you have a weekly, biweekly, or monthly shopping list? Do you have a trick to adding variety while not overloading yourself with a million different products and new macros to keep track of?

One of my biggest problems everytime I try to get my stuff together is the overwheling grocery store. Like, I don't know where to begin with the macros when I'm in the store. Does everyone start out like this?

I mean, my general diet consists of no red meat or pork. I eat only chicken, fish, and turkey. Vegetables could be added more, and sometimes fruit, generally canned fruit in 100% juice or water. No soda or sweet tea. Hardly ever eat out.

I guess the whole point of this post is to find out how you started out nutritionally in the grocery store and hope that I can apply that to my diet plan.

Preesh.

[bhujerban]

I thought I was going to see man on man action, darn

Lol, I probably saw more than YOU did. Added 11 new guys to my list of sexual partners.

Thanks for watching.

[bhujerban]

Okie dokie.

So, I've been slow at work and started reading a few stickies and had a question I wanted multiple opinions on.

I understand the macros, multiple meals a day, pre and post workout meals, low and hi GI carbs, etc. etc.

However, I don't understand how you plan out your meals each week. Do you simply buy whatever (bulk protein, veggies, and fruite) and eat the same thing everyday or do you have a weekly, biweekly, or monthly shopping list? Do you have a trick to adding variety while not overloading yourself with a million different products and new macros to keep track of?

One of my biggest problems everytime I try to get my stuff together is the overwheling grocery store. Like, I don't know where to begin with the macros when I'm in the store. Does everyone start out like this?

I mean, my general diet consists of no red meat or pork. I eat only chicken, fish, and turkey. Vegetables could be added more, and sometimes fruit, generally canned fruit in 100% juice or water. No soda or sweet tea. Hardly ever eat out.

I guess the whole point of this post is to find out how you started out nutritionally in the grocery store and hope that I can apply that to my diet plan.

Preesh.

Well, what do you like to eat? Start with that. I eat the same things every day and while it CAN get boring, that's why you might want to keep a few other things that you like that are also good for you when it gets boring. Also, don't overthink it! Stick to your oats, whole grains, pasta, brown rice, sweet potatoes, etc for your carbs. Open up your spice cabinet if you want to add variety - onion flakes or some garlic or even soy sauce on your rice might be just the thing. For sweeter things, try cinnamon or vanilla extract. I like Mrs Dash on my fish, and Season All on my beef, and Chicken Stew dry mix on my chicken. And lemon juice with tuna is a better choice than mayonnaise or (ugh) Miracle Whip. There are LOTS of options with just a few simple spices, and it will all depend upon your tastes and allergies if you use them.

Personally, I start my morning with eggs and oats. It's pretty simple and provides all that I need for that meal. Once in a great while I'll eat whole wheat pancakes without butter or syrup. I'll use sugar free jam instead of those.

Also when shopping at the grocery, tend to stick to the outside of the aisles. Most of the stuff inside them is processed and for general consumption, not fit for fitness-minded people.

Hope this helps some.

[rehman253]

guys how big are u ?

[broad.stance]

I just came across an article titled "How Brief is Brief Enough?" by Dave Sears (editor and publisher of Muscles in Minutes). I'm intrigued because he mentions that after experimenting on sets and rest days and following advice from Mike Mentzer, he concluded that one set per exercise was certainly enough stimulus to cause muscle growth, if performed properly. He also mentioned that he found six (!!!) rest days between workouts to be effective in increasing strength. I'm thinking of giving it a try it a try for a month or two, and see what happens.

How are you going to measure increases in strength? Do you plan to compare the results from maximum strength tests, or will you go by the load of individual exercises in subsequent sessions for repeated routines?

If it's the latter, you could use Wendler's 1RM estimation formula. It is from his powerlifting 5/3/1 program, and can give you an idea of strength progression.

Estimated 1RM = Weight x Reps x 0.0333 + Weight.

For an overhead press of 145 lbs. for 3 reps:

145 x 3 x 0.0333 + 145 = 159.49 lbs.
(If used for further programming, then ≈ 160 lbs. when rounded to the closest weight increment.)

guys how big are u ?

About √122500

[Savyna]

How was everyone's new years?

[bhujerban]

How was everyone's new years?

Started the year with a bang! And a vibrator in my ass. Good times. Something about having facial hair suddenly brings all the guys in their 20s to my door.

[Savyna]

Started the year with a bang! And a vibrator in my ass. Good times. Something about having facial hair suddenly brings all the guys in their 20s to my door.

Haha fun. I just hung out at home had fun working out and talking with family. I can attest to the mustaches and beards, if a man can wear facial hair well it's mega hot.

[broad.stance]

How was everyone's new years?

Uneventful.

The most exciting thing to happen on the 31st was discovering I had a food processor and juicer (both in original boxes) when doing last minute clearing of old junk I didn't want to bring into the new year. For the past two or so months I've been making a point to work on my nutritional goals, which includes a lot of cooking for myself.

Good that I don't have to purchase those appliances, but still cannot remember when I bought them in the first place....

[Savyna]

Uneventful.

The most exciting thing to happen on the 31st was discovering I had a food processor and juicer (both in original boxes) when doing last minute clearing of old junk I didn't want to bring into the new year. For the past two or so months I've been making a point to work on my nutritional goals, which includes a lot of cooking for myself.

Good that I don't have to purchase those appliances, but still cannot remember when I bought them in the first place....

Were they possibly forgotten gifts? And nice one on ya cooking more for yourself. I've been cooking more vegetables to eat since usually I have more fruits than any veggies.

[blueelectrc]

Hope everyone's 2014 is off to a great start. Every January I begin a post-holiday cut. One thing I'm doing differently this time, though, is avoiding protein drinks altogether and instead relying solely on actual food for my macros. Only a few days in, but I can already say that I'm not nearly as hungry as usual as solid food is keeping me satiated in a way protein powder never could. Now if only I could avoid the inevitable fatigue and irritability that results from calorie restriction. Oh caffeine, how I love you.

On a side note, my gym hasn't been nearly as packed with resolutioners as I expected.

[justwannagetfit]

Hi guys!

[justwannagetfit]

respect guys

[MenStraight]

Hi, welcome.

My New Years was work but a fun time. We had a great musical performance at our theatre with all the New Years decorations, noise makers, hats, food and an enormous amount of confetti. The crowd literally acted like malice little children with the confetti wands and oh what a clean up, but it's all cleaned up, New Years & Xmas is back in a box and the theatre is ready for the next show. Onward to 2014...

On a personal note, I gained a few pounds with all pastries and food coma eating but I'm looking at it as my bulking phase