Weight training!

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Sadly, I'm not much of a breakfast person and neither do I make (have) time for it. I know, I probably should.

There is no "probably" necessary in this sentence, at all. It is the most important, and you NEED to make time for it. It leaves your brain better fueled for the day anyway, it's worth it.

 

[n8236]

So, after some research, it's said that an individual needs .7-1g of protein per pound of body weight. I do consume that much protein on the days I work out, but how about those in between days that I rest? Should I be consuming that much on those days also?

 

[fotografica]

So, after some research, it's said that an individual needs .7-1g of protein per pound of body weight. I do consume that much protein on the days I work out, but how about those in between days that I rest? Should I be consuming that much on those days also?

Yes..Even on the days you're not lifting,the muscles are still recovering and need that protein to help fuel recovery and growth..Props to you for sticking with it and doing some research..Keep at it and even more results and benefits will come..

 

[DJJONES]

So, after some research, it's said that an individual needs .7-1g of protein per pound of body weight. I do consume that much protein on the days I work out, but how about those in between days that I rest? Should I be consuming that much on those days also?

i would consume about 1.5 grams per bodyweight.
i weigh around 150-165 ish and i consume easily around 300 grams protein perday.
also you should focus on calories as well its almost more important then how much grams of protein you intake.

 

[DJJONES]

After just about a month, here are the current results:

Waist - I am lost about an inch (belt able to use a lower notch)

Arms - Gained about 1/2" arms (non-flex)

Stomach - Still a bit of flab, though it's gotten smaller

Double chin - lost about half of what i used to have

Upper body - all clothes has gotten tighter and fitted

Weight - after losing 4-5 lbs of fat, i've gained most of that back (possibly in form of muscle)

As for my diet, I have been very protein conscious. I'm having a more regular schedule and applying more meats into my diet. Also adding a bit more fruit into the mix too.

Question(s) about reps. Now that I've been training for a month now, my overall strength has improved (15-20 lbs). Instead of doing 3 sets of 5 reps, I've made the adjustment to lift till I fail for each rep. I've also read that one should do as many sets as the muscle allows, or is that over training? I do 2-3 minute rests as I need it.

its very easy for the body to fluctuate 4-5 pounds i wouldnt think to much of it.
also i would stop doing 5 reps in every set because its more for strength then size. what i would do is pyramid.
do something like 10 8 6. the last rep in every set should be a struggle.

do about 8-15 sets for large parts
5-8 for smaller parts biceps tricep etc etc

2-3 minutes of rest time is wayyyyy to much if you spend less time resting it can help you burn fat and really shock your muscles into growing.

 

[benlangdon]

After just about a month, here are the current results:

Waist - I am lost about an inch (belt able to use a lower notch)

Arms - Gained about 1/2" arms (non-flex)

Stomach - Still a bit of flab, though it's gotten smaller

Double chin - lost about half of what i used to have

Upper body - all clothes has gotten tighter and fitted

Weight - after losing 4-5 lbs of fat, i've gained most of that back (possibly in form of muscle)

As for my diet, I have been very protein conscious. I'm having a more regular schedule and applying more meats into my diet. Also adding a bit more fruit into the mix too.

Question(s) about reps. Now that I've been training for a month now, my overall strength has improved (15-20 lbs). Instead of doing 3 sets of 5 reps, I've made the adjustment to lift till I fail for each rep. I've also read that one should do as many sets as the muscle allows, or is that over training? I do 2-3 minute rests as I need it.

personally 2 min rests are not my thing.
im more endurance, speed and explosive.
but to each his own.
to be honest i have no idea if what reps you are doing are good or bad so...
would love to here what you guys say.

hey if you really want to do something tell failing, try plyometrics (spell) you will be dead at the end

 

[n8236]

I go to the gym every other day, so I don't know if doing more than 4-5 sets on each machine would be beneficial. But what I am doing is doing each rep till failure. Been increasing weight steadily as well. I will keep my rest under 2 minutes.

For fat loss, I do 15-20 minutes cardio after resistance.

I understand there is a lot of conflicting information regarding high rep low weight (mass/strength) vs. low rep high weight (endurance/leanness. I'm trying to obtain a bit of both.

I would think after 6 weeks, I would have gained some weight, but that's not the case. Maybe I'm just not eating enough.

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Question: So I bought this pouch of protein and i mixed it in with milk, but it was chunky though I stirred it. I guess I need a blender or something. What do you mix your protein powder with and how do you make it?

 

[RainCityMacFan]

Just wondering, not to hijack the thread, but what's the difference between bicep curls (with dumbbells) that has the wrist facing outward and pulling up and wrists that face to the body and twists as you pull up?

Do they work different parts of the arm? Which is more effective?

Thanks,
KJ

 

[John Jacob]

high rep low weight (mass/strength) vs. low rep high weight (endurance/leanness)

I don't know much about weight training, but I thought it was the other way round? As in...
high reps low weight --> leads to endurance and leanness
low reps high weight --> leads to muscle mass and strength