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[sloanboy]

looking for some multivitamins any suggestions?

 

[club-27]

big ups Five, i remember you posting your pic a year or so back and the transformation is definitely in full swing my man. Keep the momentum going

 

[240Zestways]

Thanks for replying bro, I appreciate it. I'm not worrying about a bulk yet (obviously ), aside from my current goals, I just find cutting a welcome challenge I use to keep me going believe it or not.
As for my split, i'm trying to follow POG's split as much as possible, but I switch the off days and get em in when I can/have to due to work and/or school.
Link to POG's split:

Ohh I mean what's your macro split? I'm curious what macro splits other IFers are using to cut.

 

[240Zestways]

looking for some multivitamins any suggestions?

Orange Triad, Animal Pak or Optimen are probably the best.

 

[miniojw]

Orange Triad, Animal Pak or Optimen are probably the best.

+1 orange triad

 

[sofa king awsm]

i also use Orange triad

 

[Bert.]

any reason i should buy OT? been thinking about it, im not take 6 pills a day tho ill take 3-4

not sure if its worth the $35

 

[240Zestways]

any reason i should buy OT? been thinking about it, im not take 6 pills a day tho ill take 3-4
not sure if its worth the $35

Noticed no difference when I took it. I just stick to Optimen now. Picked up a 180 bottle last week on Amazon for like 14 bucks.

 

[nanbeezy]

Good read dismissing the bro-science that carbs at night cause weight gain.


http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/car...mcid=facenutrition&?mcid=faceweekly=sf5921095

 

[syxth element]

any reason i should buy OT? been thinking about it, im not take 6 pills a day tho ill take 3-4
not sure if its worth the $35

I bought it before and IMO it's not worth it unless you get it for free or greatly discounted. The bottle will last only about a month and a half if you take all 6 pills/day. You end up urinating out the overdosed excess vitamins hence the brightly colored urine. In order to get the full dosage for glucosamine/chondroitin you have to take all 6 pills per day. Instead I buy the Kirkland glucosamine/chondroitin @ Costco for ~$18 and just buy the cheap Kirkland multivitamin ~$7-8 (there are less micronutrients than OT). IMO, you shouldn't rely on the multivitamin for micronutrients as long as you're consuming enough fruits and vegetables from your diet. I only use the Kirkland multi more so as a backup to my diet.

 

[grizzlyboy]

Does anyone do YOGA?

 

[cincoseisdos]

big ups Five, i remember you posting your pic a year or so back and the transformation is definitely in full swing my man. Keep the momentum going

Thanks brotha , I guess you can say I was tired of being that guy in the group, I mean, it's all i've known, but enough is enough. I'm thinking another 25 and i'll be ready to go on some sort of bulk, but the mirror is the deciding factor. I haven't lost focus yet, and that alone is a small accomplishment

Ohh I mean what's your macro split? I'm curious what macro splits other IFers are using to cut.

Ahh okay

1421C/149P/74Carb/41F

 

[rawsheed]

Most def good work Cinco! Still gotta head up to Chavez Ravine decked out in my Padres gear. I suggest cheat garlic fries all day long

 

[240Zestways]

1421C/149P/74Carb/41F

Is that a rest day or workout day macro set up? or do you just stick to that everyday? It seems a bit low in either the fat or carbs.

For example I'm currently doing a +10/-30 split, meaning 10% above maintenance cals on workout days and 30% under on rest days.
Also for IF rest days are high fat/protein while workout days are high carb/protein.

 

[cincoseisdos]

Is that a rest day or workout day macro set up? or do you just stick to that everyday? It seems a bit low in either the fat or carbs.
For example I'm currently doing a +10/-30 split, meaning 10% above maintenance cals on workout days and 30% under on rest days.
Also for IF rest days are high fat/protein while workout days are high carb/protein.

That's daily, although there are 1-3 days a week I do 24 hour fasts, pretty much whenever I feel tired of eating, and the hours from my last meal allow for me to do it, also personal life has to permit me doing so.

I made tonights dinner, since i'll be at work and like to have everything ready well in advance, I weigh all my ingredients out because I like seeing what i'm eating, and with everything it comes out to 747Cal/79Car/6F/75P . I guess you can say I calorie cycle as well, again, when i'm bored

I think i'll add some fruit

Spoiler

46cal/ .5g fat / 3 carb / 6 protein each meatball

 

[Bert.]

Good read dismissing the bro-science that carbs at night cause weight gain.


http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/car...mcid=facenutrition&?mcid=faceweekly=sf5921095

well who ever believed that is an idiot

 

[dbyrd501]

Really? I'm way iller playing ball faded than not.
Jumper enters sniper territory, like i said though gotta be a sativa, sounds like you was on an indica.
Also you might wanna try a vape.

vape is that deal. i wasn't on the vape last time i smoked then hooped, i just dont think its for me. i do know cats that was ballin back in high school faded every game doin they thang. i just cant do it personally.

i kno a dude who would get blowed then go lift weights. haha i aint havin no bar fall on my neck

 

[troymcclure]

Regarding the multi-vitamin question a page or two ago.

I was using Orange Triad for awhile and then I switched to these http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/source/life.html.

Life Force Multi-vitamin.

I definitely feel a nice smooth burst of energy, and a good balance through the day.

 

[cincoseisdos]

My diet severely lacks in Iron and Vitamin A

Hsve been looking into taking either a multi or one for each

 

[baltimoregutta]

This cutting process is taking its toll on my body

Last Sunday, I benched 6 sets at 185x5...
This past Thursday, I couldn't even get 2 sets in at the same weight/reps...

I'm getting more than enough protein daily so I don't know what the problem is.

I'm going to keep working out for another 2 weeks, then if things don't improve...I'll take a week off.

 

[luckyluchiano]

This cutting process is taking its toll on my body
Last Sunday, I benched 6 sets at 185x5...
This past Thursday, I couldn't even get 2 sets in at the same weight/reps...
I'm getting more than enough protein daily so I don't know what the problem is.
I'm going to keep working out for another 2 weeks, then if things don't improve...I'll take a week off.

I`m Obese so I been cutting 900-1000 calories, my biggest then is Im usually sleepy as hell at work until I get to lunch (could be because I go to sleep after 11 and wake up at 6 though)

My Squat increases every week due to the fact that I started off low to get my form perfect, my incline bench is moving very slowly.

 

[kevange8]

This cutting process is taking its toll on my body

Last Sunday, I benched 6 sets at 185x5...
This past Thursday, I couldn't even get 2 sets in at the same weight/reps...
I'm getting more than enough protein daily so I don't know what the problem is.
I'm going to keep working out for another 2 weeks, then if things don't improve...I'll take a week off.

your strength shouldn't be affected that much. how much carbs are you taking in?? i would still take in enough carbs to fuel workouts and ensure minimal strength loss. also maybe lower the volume of your workouts so you can recover more easily.

 

[baltimoregutta]

On the Sunday, I worked out at 7 am. I woke up early and only had about 84g carbs for breakfast with a protein shake that was 24g protein. After the workout, I had another protein shake with 20g protein.

On the Thursday, I worked out like 3 am because I just got off work, I had anywhere from 160-180g carbs all day with all my protein met except for the post work out shake which is 20g.

I only ever do higher volume workloads on Sundays, otherwise I just try to do 3-4 sets total of 1 exercise.

 

[af1 1982]

Finally cracked 200 on bench 

I know it's not a lot but I just randomly benched the other day and it far exceeded my previous max. It's amazing what strengthening the shoulders can do

 

[eracism]

Any y'all mess with the Arc Trainer? Thinking about trying it tomorrow. Hate trying new machines. Wish I could run.