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Post by PyleansDontLeaveMe on Jul 27, 2005 11:58:02 GMT -5
This is a thread that mostly exists to foster Reb and I's mutual interest in weightlifting. WHich is a really thin excuse for me wanting it to make sure I am guilted and shamed enough by Reb's weightlifting followthrough to keep it up myself. After all, much easier to get enthused about these things (and thus not blow off working out in favor of watching TV) when you've got other people who'll harrass you for it if you do So- Reb- You still working out every day? I hope that you're at least rotating muscle groups enough to give yourself adequate recovery time. Thinking about going back on the creatine monohydrate, but I may swap that out for hydroxycut. The only real drawback there is that it's much more expensive. Anyone have any opinion on the issue? Historically, my favorite muscle to work (stop giggling back there! Filthy minds. Just FILTHY!) is the tricep. Don't know why. Just terribly fond of Kickbacks (the lifting type, not the scandelous financial type.) So, reb and possibly others- Favorite muscle group to work?
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Post by Rebelman on Jul 27, 2005 12:06:36 GMT -5
I am a chest man and an arm man. I ripple those pectoralis muscles. Or boob muscles for some people.
Like one day is Chest: Bench, Inclined Bench, various machines with either low weight higher rep or higher weight lower rep. I am up to 117.5 on bench press and my current weight is 121lbs. Almost there
One day: Arms mainly. Bicept training technique with those dumbbell jokers. Lower weight higher rep in various lie down and sitting position. The big machine where you can switch equipment and do different ones.
One day: Legs and Back: Squats I have done 195lbs and almost pulled my back out. Calf I can do 70lbs. Others vary. Back I do a plate behind the head which does shoulder as well. Chin ups are good as well. Also I add incline sit ups to pull those 6 packs baby.
Protein Drink: Whey Protein once a day in milk. Contains 30grams for drinking.
Pills:
Nitroxy3: Increase blood flow and oxygen capacity. And it enhances lean muscle. Allows longer work without pain.
Also for a side note. Wear a very tight white t shirt when you go. Get buldgy, bulky and pokey with it.
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Post by quantumcat on Jul 27, 2005 12:26:57 GMT -5
that works for y'all.
when i wore tight,white shirts to the gym,people got reminded to check the Michelin place for new tires.
i guess i excelled at 'bulgy' and 'bulky'
(always was pokey)
anyhoo,i never felt better than when i was weightlifting.
(i alternated muscle groups and also walked and swam)
i stopped when the arthritis and fatigue got so bad i couldn't get out of bed.
but they say i'd have been worse if i hadn't strengthened myself as much as i did before it all hit.
Increased bone density,strong muscles, increased blood supply,improved immune system,better flexibility,stamina,grace and aerobic conditioning.
not bad for activity that makes you look better and improves your mood.
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Post by PyleansDontLeaveMe on Jul 27, 2005 14:19:58 GMT -5
QC - sounds like it was a good routine for you Reb- Our weight rooms in our basement, so the dress code's pretty casual Have you ever tried pyramiding out on Bench Press, or do you always do just straight reps? I can't recommend kickbacks for your triceps highly enough. You don't want to overdevelop your biceps and leave your poor triceps feeling unloved DO NOT overexert yourself and throw out and/or tear your back or anything else. You'l take MUCH longer to heal from that than it would take you to build up to handling that weight gradually. My highest for bench press pyramiding out was (I think) 165-170 or somewhere about there. Which is in no way impressive, I know
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Post by Insane Troll Logic on Jul 27, 2005 14:27:14 GMT -5
*Bewildered by the terminology*OK, I may have to start mentioning Javascripts, offsite hosting and CSS files in order to retain my title of Incomprehensible Terminology Geek around here...
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Post by PyleansDontLeaveMe on Jul 27, 2005 14:31:43 GMT -5
Oh, you are the KING!
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Post by tjaman on Jul 27, 2005 14:38:42 GMT -5
In that it exceeds your weight, Py, it is impressive.
I left off being able to bench press my weight about an entire person ago.
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Post by PyleansDontLeaveMe on Jul 27, 2005 15:14:34 GMT -5
Well, It was three years ago, as well. It's going to take me a bit to get back there.
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Post by PyleansDontLeaveMe on Jul 27, 2005 15:15:30 GMT -5
I might mention in the interest of bragging that The Feller topped out bench pressing at 230. Again, not world class impressive, but not half bad.
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Post by Charisma69 on Jul 27, 2005 17:10:47 GMT -5
*Bewildered by the terminology*OK, I may have to start mentioning Javascripts, offsite hosting and CSS files in order to retain my title of Incomprehensible Terminology Geek around here...
Don't forget about VBScript, HTML, XML, XHTML for web design. As well as C++, Visual Basic, SQL, and macros just to throw a few more things out there.
I'm sure bitterman can swing in and throw even more Incomprehensible Geek Terminology around too. ;D
You're not the only one in the running for the title you know. I could give you both a run for your money.
Oh, and I think Nick speaks fluent geek as well.
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Post by Insane Troll Logic on Jul 27, 2005 17:23:35 GMT -5
*Bewildered by the terminology*OK, I may have to start mentioning Javascripts, offsite hosting and CSS files in order to retain my title of Incomprehensible Terminology Geek around here...
Don't forget about VBScript, HTML, XML, XHTML for web design. As well as C++, Visual Basic, SQL, and macros just to throw a few more things out there.
I'm sure bitterman can swing in and throw even more Incomprehensible Geek Terminology around too. ;D
You're not the only one in the running for the title you know. I could give you both a run for your money.
Oh, and I think Nick speaks fluent geek as well. hehehehe!
My geekery isn't that extensive, but I can use it on this forum and my websites! lol
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Post by Charisma69 on Jul 27, 2005 17:34:49 GMT -5
Don't forget about VBScript, HTML, XML, XHTML for web design. As well as C++, Visual Basic, SQL, and macros just to throw a few more things out there.
I'm sure bitterman can swing in and throw even more Incomprehensible Geek Terminology around too. ;D
You're not the only one in the running for the title you know. I could give you both a run for your money.
Oh, and I think Nick speaks fluent geek as well. hehehehe!
My geekery isn't that extensive, but I can use it on this forum and my websites! lol
And you do a mighty fine job too.
You really should be doing this for a living. You've got the skillz yo! ;D
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Post by Rebelman on Jul 27, 2005 18:07:22 GMT -5
QC - sounds like it was a good routine for you Reb- Our weight rooms in our basement, so the dress code's pretty casual Have you ever tried pyramiding out on Bench Press, or do you always do just straight reps? I can't recommend kickbacks for your triceps highly enough. You don't want to overdevelop your biceps and leave your poor triceps feeling unloved DO NOT overexert yourself and throw out and/or tear your back or anything else. You'l take MUCH longer to heal from that than it would take you to build up to handling that weight gradually. My highest for bench press pyramiding out was (I think) 165-170 or somewhere about there. Which is in no way impressive, I know I give the tricept attention on some of those varies days. Its forearm I hate because it really hurts my wrists to do. I am not sure what you mean by pyramiding Bench. I only know straight up and incline. On average each person should be able to bench press there own body weight. That for me would be around 120 and I am up to 117, 3 more lbs to go. I wear tight clothes because like hey the ladies on the treadmills love to smile so I give them something to smile about
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Post by Dr. Purple Goddess on Jul 27, 2005 18:18:14 GMT -5
I have a friend who is a personal trainer. as soon as I find his website I'll link it to you guys if you wanna go there for some knowledgable tips. He's really good at what he does.
Once upon a time I was athletic and my favorite body part was the thighs and upper legs in general. I really liked working those because I could leg press like 750 lbs so needless to say, I was very strong in the legs lol. Being that strong in the legs also meant I was doomed to be a sprinter rather than an endurance runner. I had lots of power and bulk in the legs, but no stamina. I was just built that way tho...nuthing for it. At least not much anyway.
I was really pretty good at Karate even though my legs were so strong. I was surprisingly limber for how much leg muscle I had and could kick the crap out of anyone lol
Oh, and when Py says "pyrimid" I believe he's talking about a specific way to do your reps. like a set of 5 reps on a muscle grp...then 12 at a lower or higher weight...and then back to 5 again at the original weight.
I'm not up on the lingo much anymore so I'm not sure...but I think that's close to what he's talking about.
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Post by tickie on Jul 27, 2005 22:14:35 GMT -5
I like to work on my abs mostly because I love bathing suits.
But I was very proud of myself because I can bench 105 now and that's a few pounds heavier than I am!
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