Recent content by TexChiro

I'm considering doing a natty show soon and am trying to estimate how much more time I have to diet down. I've got around 7 weeks to go.

Thanks for the positive comments. I've been guessing myself at around 8%. I'm probably somewhere in the range then.

I'm seeing too many variations in BF % testing at home. I'd appreciate some experienced guesses on my approximate %. Thanks.

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I've been using proteinfactory's powders for a while now but am curious to see if their products have been analyzed for quality. I use their CFM isolate and aussie casseinate bacause they are completely lactose free. I've also used thier dextrose and maltodextrin powders. I'd appreciate any...

I must have been dehydrating or too carbed down when I was weighing in at 175. I have the same waist size now, same condition (a little fuller), but weighing in at around 185. I'm amazed at how my quads are filling now compared to the pics. I've cut out most of the treadmill work.

You should consider undergoing evaluation by either a chiropractor or physical therapist that specializes or has experience performing myofascial release or A.R.T. (active release technique). As far as cort shots, they likely would not help. I usually refer to a pain management physician that...

At your age and weight, you can probably add a good 5lbs of solid muscle (along with fat bulk) in 3 months. However, you should increase your good carb intake and add plenty of high glycemic carbs after your workout. I'd throw in 60-100g of dextrose with your post workout drink. Also, you...

I've been able to consistently lose approximately 1 lb. of fat weekly with only moderate cardio while eating fruit. I would eat a banana, strawberries, blueberries, and fruit preserves every day. As long as it is in moderation, fruit will not fatten you up. However, I'd imagine that getting...

I chug a mixture of dextrose, maltodextrin, and Powerade powder, combined with 40g whey isolate, L-glutamine (and glutamine peptides), creatine, and BCAA's. It goes down easy.

I tend to grow a double chin and fat cheeks when I gain fat. Some guys are are lucky enough to gain fat while keeping the same facial structure.

I'm trying to add some muscle mass during the next four months. Right now I'm at around 10-11% BF at 180 (5'9"). Should I stay at this BF% while increasing the calories or should I increase the BF to a higher level? Here are pics of my current condition: PICTURES Should I increase the...

Now that I've recently cut out the cardio and increased my calories, I'm weighing around 180-185 at the same BF% (same waist measurement, etc). I'm trying to increase the calories, and intensifying my workouts while shortening them. I want to get to aroud 190 with abs still visible to some...

What does it take to be at a competative level in amateur bodybuilding? For example, to compete at 5'9", how much mass is generally acceptable? I've seen guys at a ripped 155lbs and others at a shredded 185 in natural mags.

I hate to ask a stupid question but what is 5x5? Or can someone show me a link to the answer?