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I got the Iron Gym Extreme...it has a couple extra grips than the regular Iron Gym
Stay/Get Back In Shape.... Vol 2.0
I got the Iron Gym Extreme...it has a couple extra grips than the regular Iron Gym
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I took me 6 months to fully realize that lifting the heaviest weight you can do is not whats up.
IT'S ALL ABOUT THE PERFECT FORM AND TECHNIQUE ON EVERY REP AND SET YOU DO.
IT'S ALL ABOUT THE PERFECT FORM AND TECHNIQUE ON EVERY REP AND SET YOU DO.
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New workout plan
Day 1
Chest + Interval Cardio
Day 2
Legs + Abs
Day 3
Back + Steady State Cardio
Day 4
Shoulders +Abs + Interval Cardio
Day 5
Arms + Steady State Cardio
Day 6
Rest
Day 7
Repeat
Lets see how long this lasts. I absolutely hate doing 1 muscle group a day. So Ill probably go for 4 full rotations of this which will last me probably 24 days. See if ill make it through
Day 1
Chest + Interval Cardio
Day 2
Legs + Abs
Day 3
Back + Steady State Cardio
Day 4
Shoulders +Abs + Interval Cardio
Day 5
Arms + Steady State Cardio
Day 6
Rest
Day 7
Repeat
Lets see how long this lasts. I absolutely hate doing 1 muscle group a day. So Ill probably go for 4 full rotations of this which will last me probably 24 days. See if ill make it through
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i STARTED WORKING OUT 3 WKS AGO, THE PROBLEM IM Having is that one are is stronger than the other, i struggle bench pressing not because it heavy , but beacause 1 arm is just stronger than the other, how do i correct this problem? also with my PECKS one side seems to be bigger than the other , how do i correct this? thanks in advance.
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DOE-
1 arm dumbbell presses. work 1 arm at a time on the flat bench. It will help you increase the strength in the arm thats weaker and even it out.
1 arm dumbbell presses. work 1 arm at a time on the flat bench. It will help you increase the strength in the arm thats weaker and even it out.
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After racking the weights I just walk out...I have a feeling there is something I should be doing though
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^ Stretching?
I ALWAYS stretch before working out, between sets, and after working out.
I ALWAYS stretch before working out, between sets, and after working out.
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As weird as this sounds I do no static stretching and its been that way for the last year. Last time I did statis stretching i pulled my hamstring.
I begin every workout with 5-10 minutes of jogging. And then dynamic stretching like butt kicks, air squats, hip flexor walks.
Its worked for me. When Im done with my workout which is jogging at the end I just walk out the gym.
Haven't had a problem since.
I begin every workout with 5-10 minutes of jogging. And then dynamic stretching like butt kicks, air squats, hip flexor walks.
Its worked for me. When Im done with my workout which is jogging at the end I just walk out the gym.
Haven't had a problem since.
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Quick diet question...
... do any of you guys consume any alcohol? Or do you eat SUPER clean?
... do any of you guys consume any alcohol? Or do you eat SUPER clean?
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shouldn't be an issue if you just started working out, unless you worked out back in the day and garnered alot of muscle; then maybe muscle memory will kick in. But if not, then just correct your form+ lower your bench and workout with someone or tell someone to spot you and to tell him to watch for it. Not much you can do, unless you correct your form.
See which part of the arm is struggling, and target it in some accessory training. It is usually the shoulders, tho.
I had the same issue, it was my left arm. The left shoulder was waaaay out, while the right was in and close to body. My left chest is not compared to my right, but my left's tris are more ripped then the right's, slowly correcting it.
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eat super clean.
If i do consume alcohol which is rare maybe once a month or once every 2 months its vodka on the rocks
If i do consume alcohol which is rare maybe once a month or once every 2 months its vodka on the rocks
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4-8 drinks per week of alcohol/beer.... need to cut it out
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Good look.
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Thanks for the help, i hope my form improves-----------Another question, what kind of protien shakes do you , guys use? something thats affordable , i hear some run like $60 and up. im not trying to pay that much
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most people are going to say to use whey protein. I stopped using it a yr ago and will never use it again. I use hemp protein get it from lassens and they always have a sale.
Its leaned me up even more and I just make sure I eat whole foods and get my protein from chicken, eggs, turkey, etc.
Its leaned me up even more and I just make sure I eat whole foods and get my protein from chicken, eggs, turkey, etc.
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DO I ADD THE WHEY TO THE PROTEIN SHAKES? OR DO I TAKE THE WHEY BY ITSELF?
http://www.gnc.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId=&kw=protein shakes&origkw=PROTEIN SHAKES&sr=1
what shakes on this ^^^^page would you recommend?
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This is all you need in terms of whey protein:
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Mannnnn when I drink I drink way too much. For the past few months I've continually told people I was 'busy' when I was invited out. By spending a Friday night not partying I can read, workout, eat properly and get rest.. not to mention Saturday is not a complete write off. Takes a toll on me socially becuase eventually people stop the invites, but it's done wonders for physical and mental progression.
Last night however...
The thing about going out is that drinking doesn't cause fat gain, it's the post party and day after foods. Calories in alcohol are thought of as hollow.
I figure if I'm drinking vodka+ water I can stay hydrated some what, and not OD on sugar. Walk home instead of cabbing. No 3am pizza 73 calls.
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Mannnnn when I drink I drink way too much. For the past few months I've continually told people I was 'busy' when I was invited out. By spending a Friday night not partying I can read, workout, eat properly and get rest.. not to mention Saturday is not a complete write off. Takes a toll on me socially becuase eventually people stop the invites, but it's done wonders for physical and mental progression.
Last night however...
The thing about going out is that drinking doesn't cause fat gain, it's the post party and day after foods. Calories in alcohol are thought of as hollow.
I figure if I'm drinking vodka+ water I can stay hydrated some what, and not OD on sugar. Walk home instead of cabbing. No 3am pizza 73 calls.
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pretty much the best you can buy IMO, cheap, low cal, no sugar and works great.Originally Posted by itzbooranss
This is all you need in terms of whey protein:
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I use Dymatize Whey Protein Isolate. I have used ON in the past though but I got a great deal on a 10lb box. I wish I had known about the Amazon deal sooner
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What is a good way to warm up the chest area before strength training bench press? I think that has a huge part in my deficiencies... I'm always pressing first.
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I know how you feel.Originally Posted by brettTHEjett
Mannnnn when I drink I drink way too much. For the past few months I've continually told people I was 'busy' when I was invited out. By spending a Friday night not partying I can read, workout, eat properly and get rest.. not to mention Saturday is not a complete write off. Takes a toll on me socially becuase eventually people stop the invites, but it's done wonders for physical and mental progression.
Last night however.... Totally bombed an creepin at the clubs dodgin grenades.
The thing about going out is that drinking doesn't cause fat gain, it's the post party and day after foods. Calories in alcohol are thought of as hollow.
I figure if I'm drinking vodka+ water I can stay hydrated some what, and not OD on sugar. Walk home instead of cabbing. No 3am pizza 73 calls.
I don't drink for a good while, but that one day will happen where I will go ALL OUT -- straight drunken mess. I just make sure I don't eat after, or just a little bit. It's hard when the homies are eating all up in your face and you just have a glass of water or 10.
I'm asking because I feel like I'm at a plateau with my workout goals -- I'm tryna see where I can let go of some things.
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whats a good preworkout supplement? ive been recommended no-xplode but would prefer something a little cheaper.
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Jack3d is quite popular.