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Thanks for the reply. I ask a lot of questions only because I want to better understand everything, not because I'm trying to argue. I had reps and sets confused on my last set of questions. Sorry about that. I made that post while tired, and managed to write something almost indecipherable...

As a preface, I'm currently in week 6 of the workout, so I'm speaking from some experience: -I feel like my first 2 and sometimes 3 sets appear too easy. On those, I could probably crank out another rep. Shouldn't I train harder on those sets by using more weight or adding reps? -Even on...

Garage sales are a great starting point. My old roommate got a great bench and weight set for cheap that way.

Thanks for the well thought out response. I play beach Volleyball, so jumping is important. I surf as well, so paddling power is important. In addition, I would like to look a bit bigger in the upper body. And finally, I'm thinking about replacing the running with Judo. The guy who...

Thank you for the advice, but I have slightly different goals than most people here. I'm not looking to be big, just bigger. Functional strength, and of course better looks are my goals. I'd be happy if I were 170 and lean. With my other hobbies, it would be silly if I were 210 pounds...

Last year I decided to run a couple of half marathons rather than 5K's. As a result, I've shrunk down about 10 pounds to 155 (5'11") and 10% bodyfat. Help me put on some lean muscle! Question 1: Can I still get 10-15 miles of running in per week, or will that be too counterproductive...