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My Quest to COMPETE - BEAT THE DISEASE!
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JKurz1
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Not bad....just losing gym motivation...it's the stomach pains, it's the mental approach to becoming a tubbo....it all is just a lot to deal with...question. This was my routine for last week and then below is what I thought I'd TRY for this week...am I burning myself out, ?? Or does it look ok............
95x12, 140x10, 170x6, 180x6
185x6, 190x6, 210x2, 235x1
95x12, 145x10, 175x6, 180x6
190x6, 195x6, 215x2, 240x1
95x12, 140x10, 170x6, 180x6
185x6, 190x6, 210x2, 235x1
95x12, 145x10, 175x6, 180x6
190x6, 195x6, 215x2, 240x1
BiggT
New member
It looks good, man....it is a smart approach to training.....gradually doing more and more work over the weeks is what will build muscle....I like it a lot, it's definitely not too ambitious or too high of a jump.
You won't become a tubbo, but you will, however, become one badass motherfu*ker.
How are you doing with the test/eq? Are you feeling them in full-swing?
You won't become a tubbo, but you will, however, become one badass motherfu*ker.
How are you doing with the test/eq? Are you feeling them in full-swing?
silver_shadow
New member
nice progress on the lifts, jeff. if you keep adding weight to the bar on a caloric surplus diet like you're on currently, you are definitely going to slap on more muscle. and then when you factor in the other goodies (you know what i'm talking about 
), that's only going to multiply some more.
), that's only going to multiply some more.
JKurz1
Banned
225 2 weekws ago on deads............235 last week....................245 was a battle yesterday........250 from the floor!! I am scared fellas......255 will be HELL! if I have a set back, I'll lose it.....I'm afraid Im taxing my system doing str8 legs on tuesday heavy and then deads on Friday..........I am liking this powerlift9ng shit......Like today I got arms....yippeee....who cares.....Bench squat trows and eventually I will prob like squats when my knees can handle the weight.....I need to ditch the cardio.....gettn fatter though.
Damn, this was a lot of reading, not sure I took in everything so excuse me if I mention something out of place.
I'm just gonna throw out a couple of tips that have helped me gain weight over the years.
1.) Ditch the cardio altogether man.
2.) Although calories are important, and you want to consume enough to gain weight, I wouldn't get too anal on measuring and counting calories. Really, when it comes to gaining wt/muscle in the off season for me, I just aim for 50-100 gram of protein with each meal and add in servings of starches throughout each meal. For example, If I have chicken or beef or whatever for protein, i'll slam down 2 cups of rice, pasta or whatever it is that I am eating. Sometimes i'll slam down mac and cheese with cottage cheese mixed in with it. Just make sure you are getting protein with each meal and then add in a lot of Low-med GI carb sources. Eat every 2-3 hours.
3.) Don't be afraid to eat fast food every now and then man. Seriously, take yourself to a burger joint and eat a few cheeseburgers and stuff. Of course, I am not recommending this every meal or even every day for the most part, but if you crave something, just eat it. Just try and stick to a protein and carb meal plan throughout the day and every thing else can be added in. Slipping a fast food meal in every now and then can definately break the ED mold of doing the same ol' tiresome thing day in and day out. You'd be amazed at how much strength gains will come from this as well. Let's put it this way, almost every "big guy" I know eats whatever they want whenever they want as long as they have some kind of backbone diet to follow on. I'm not sure I explained this good enough, but maybe you at least get an idea of what i'm trying to say. I swear that if you lived close to me, i'd kidnap you ass and drive your ass to the nearest Carls Jr.
4.) Limit fiber. Although fiber has its place, when you are trying to add in calories, fiber can fill up the stomach and blunt hunger. If you are eating a lot of meals every day with good whole grain selections, vege's and their fiber content will not be needed very much at all. I'm not sure, but some of the stomach ache/pain you are receiving could also be from too much fiber. Usually when I eat too much fiber, i'll feel bloated throughout the day and it really makes it hard to continuously eat without feeling like shit from my stomach hurting. Save the vege's more for dieting. If you need fiber, add in 1-2 serving of beans/lentils every day. Beans are an awesome choice with the red meat and chicken meals that you are eating every day.
5.) Keep red meat intake high. I swear by it for weight gain. I usually buy the 9% fat red meat at Costco.
6.) If you are eating a lot of prot and carb sources throughout the day, you will also be getting in a good amount of fat with each meal. I'd add in a few extra Tablespoons of Peanut butter and maybe olive oil to your daily intake. Flax oil is cool if you can stand the actual shitty taste. Just keep it away from your post-workout meal.
7.) It's normal for anybody when gaining weight to feel sloppy at times and most DO feel the skinny-fat syndrome. So, just because you have an eating disorder, just know that even people like myself feel the same way when bulking, who do not even have a disorder. You'll be amazed at the strength gains you'll start accumulating once you get your bodyfat over 10-12%. If you read most of the guys journals or dieting experiences here on this board, even those who have had successful BB lifestyles, most will tell you that when they are bulking, they never feel big enough. Most, including myself, when bulking, feel small outside of a shirt when it is taken off. I've been as high as 265-lbs in bodyweight at 12-15% bodyfat, and still felt small and fat. I know i'm not small by most standards, but it is also a psychological feeling that even us "regular" guys feel as well. There will be guys who gain tons of muscle with minimal fat gains, but this is a small population.
8.) What has worked best for me is no more than 3-4 days each week of weight training, WITH NO CARDIO. Keep it basic and just concentrate on compound movements like you are already doing and add in a few supplemental exercise if needed. Change up your routine every few weeks. Iron God (he's married to FitnessChick), an ex-mod on here, almost never does the same workout each time he does a body part. Dan Duchaine mentioned this as well. Just stick to basics and you will be fine.
9.) Find yourself a Mexican woman...lol. I swear all they worry about is cooking and eating all damn day. Plus the added money you will spend on taking them out for food will work in your favor as well
Man, i'll add more later if you need me too. I don't want to conflict with every body else (not that I do) too much and just confuse you even more.
One more thing, can the gum and just eat something. These little habits are still setting you back on the main anabolic agent....FOOD!
One more, more thing. I'm not familiar with your AAS history, but i'd definately switch up the Eq for one of the Nandrolones. Nandrolones just make you feel good. Your joints and pains will feel better. If you are not susceptible to progestin sides, i'd definately switch up in a heart beat. Just something to throw out there for you to think about.
BMJ
I'm just gonna throw out a couple of tips that have helped me gain weight over the years.
1.) Ditch the cardio altogether man.
2.) Although calories are important, and you want to consume enough to gain weight, I wouldn't get too anal on measuring and counting calories. Really, when it comes to gaining wt/muscle in the off season for me, I just aim for 50-100 gram of protein with each meal and add in servings of starches throughout each meal. For example, If I have chicken or beef or whatever for protein, i'll slam down 2 cups of rice, pasta or whatever it is that I am eating. Sometimes i'll slam down mac and cheese with cottage cheese mixed in with it. Just make sure you are getting protein with each meal and then add in a lot of Low-med GI carb sources. Eat every 2-3 hours.
3.) Don't be afraid to eat fast food every now and then man. Seriously, take yourself to a burger joint and eat a few cheeseburgers and stuff. Of course, I am not recommending this every meal or even every day for the most part, but if you crave something, just eat it. Just try and stick to a protein and carb meal plan throughout the day and every thing else can be added in. Slipping a fast food meal in every now and then can definately break the ED mold of doing the same ol' tiresome thing day in and day out. You'd be amazed at how much strength gains will come from this as well. Let's put it this way, almost every "big guy" I know eats whatever they want whenever they want as long as they have some kind of backbone diet to follow on. I'm not sure I explained this good enough, but maybe you at least get an idea of what i'm trying to say. I swear that if you lived close to me, i'd kidnap you ass and drive your ass to the nearest Carls Jr.
4.) Limit fiber. Although fiber has its place, when you are trying to add in calories, fiber can fill up the stomach and blunt hunger. If you are eating a lot of meals every day with good whole grain selections, vege's and their fiber content will not be needed very much at all. I'm not sure, but some of the stomach ache/pain you are receiving could also be from too much fiber. Usually when I eat too much fiber, i'll feel bloated throughout the day and it really makes it hard to continuously eat without feeling like shit from my stomach hurting. Save the vege's more for dieting. If you need fiber, add in 1-2 serving of beans/lentils every day. Beans are an awesome choice with the red meat and chicken meals that you are eating every day.
5.) Keep red meat intake high. I swear by it for weight gain. I usually buy the 9% fat red meat at Costco.
6.) If you are eating a lot of prot and carb sources throughout the day, you will also be getting in a good amount of fat with each meal. I'd add in a few extra Tablespoons of Peanut butter and maybe olive oil to your daily intake. Flax oil is cool if you can stand the actual shitty taste. Just keep it away from your post-workout meal.
7.) It's normal for anybody when gaining weight to feel sloppy at times and most DO feel the skinny-fat syndrome. So, just because you have an eating disorder, just know that even people like myself feel the same way when bulking, who do not even have a disorder. You'll be amazed at the strength gains you'll start accumulating once you get your bodyfat over 10-12%. If you read most of the guys journals or dieting experiences here on this board, even those who have had successful BB lifestyles, most will tell you that when they are bulking, they never feel big enough. Most, including myself, when bulking, feel small outside of a shirt when it is taken off. I've been as high as 265-lbs in bodyweight at 12-15% bodyfat, and still felt small and fat. I know i'm not small by most standards, but it is also a psychological feeling that even us "regular" guys feel as well. There will be guys who gain tons of muscle with minimal fat gains, but this is a small population.
8.) What has worked best for me is no more than 3-4 days each week of weight training, WITH NO CARDIO. Keep it basic and just concentrate on compound movements like you are already doing and add in a few supplemental exercise if needed. Change up your routine every few weeks. Iron God (he's married to FitnessChick), an ex-mod on here, almost never does the same workout each time he does a body part. Dan Duchaine mentioned this as well. Just stick to basics and you will be fine.
9.) Find yourself a Mexican woman...lol. I swear all they worry about is cooking and eating all damn day. Plus the added money you will spend on taking them out for food will work in your favor as well
Man, i'll add more later if you need me too. I don't want to conflict with every body else (not that I do) too much and just confuse you even more.
One more thing, can the gum and just eat something. These little habits are still setting you back on the main anabolic agent....FOOD!
One more, more thing. I'm not familiar with your AAS history, but i'd definately switch up the Eq for one of the Nandrolones. Nandrolones just make you feel good. Your joints and pains will feel better. If you are not susceptible to progestin sides, i'd definately switch up in a heart beat. Just something to throw out there for you to think about.
BMJ
One more, more, more thing. Don't over look the fact that from the time you started this thread up until today's date, it hasn't even been a month yet. This stuff doesn't happen over night. You are on the right track. Don't look back and stop until you reach your goal. You've already done the hardest change, which is admitting you have a problem and the start of correcting it.
BMJ
BMJ
JKurz1
Banned
Thanks for the long thread bro....Its totally mental and I attribute 99% of it to finding the internet and these bb boards....The big difference between me and the others as I was too once 245ish and sub 12%, stong and looked good...didnt know shit about nutrition and lived the active college football life. Then I stumbled into an office where I sit all day, found these boards that say dont eat this past this time and dont eat that with that and thats too many carbs and thats too high of gi etc....seriously.....thats where this whole fucking thing started.
I still look at my abs, still get depressed, still do 20 minutes of a crawl cardio....still feel like shit (feet are numb, ankles swollen) and although I am getting stronger or think I am (maybe I started out too light???) and maybe the scale is all water retention?? There is gonna be a time where I go to the gym like today for legs and cant do what I did last week........let alone beat it. Thats where I will lose it.....
I still look at my abs, still get depressed, still do 20 minutes of a crawl cardio....still feel like shit (feet are numb, ankles swollen) and although I am getting stronger or think I am (maybe I started out too light???) and maybe the scale is all water retention?? There is gonna be a time where I go to the gym like today for legs and cant do what I did last week........let alone beat it. Thats where I will lose it.....
