Man Cave - Any Guys on MFP?
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@scubastevo - I hate the food diary too, I would rather have hemorrhoid surgery in a foreign country by a blind doctor. But it makes a huge difference. If I lay off it a few days I plateau or gain weight. Was P90x really effective for you? I have heard unless you are an absolute stickler about what they prescribe for food and exercise it is nowhere near effective. It’s a delicate balance - follow what they say and make a huge difference, cheat at all (like follow your own diet) and nowhere near as effective. Add me as a friend if you haven't already - I'll keep you honest on the food diary.
@MrX8503 - You do eggs or egg whites? And I knew protien curbs hunger, but fiber does too? As for the Weights before Cardio - my trainer turned me on to that. Said the studies are just now coming out and you will just now start to se it in the Fitness magazines. He explained the science to me, but I was too busy cursing at him in my head for making me do more squats.
@Celo24 - I would still do the warrior dash. I heard it is only as intense as you make it and many just walk or skip some of the obstacles. But if you train for the marathon, run the marathon and rest solid till the weekend. I bet you would be in good physical shape, rested, and able to take it on!
@bikerbiz - How long did it take you to lose 63lbs! Damn!
@alejan1975 - I am taking the same approach as you. Totally reversed my cardio and strength training. I got frustrated at first because my weight loss slowed down, but after a few weeks with the new muscle I started to shred weight. I do weights for 40min followed by 20-30min of Cardio 3x a week. If I can sneak in a cardio day, I do. My trainer warned me it would take weeks to see it fall fast (and it did, close to 3 months) but I went from burning .5-1lb a week to 3-4lbs and bumped up my calories to slow down the weight loss. I've been out of the gym for over a month recovering from surgery and I am losing weight because of muscle gained. I very much like this approach and am starting to dig the muscles popping out here and there. Now I want to lose weight more so the muscles show more.
And thanks for all the Friend invites!
Anyone else have burning questions out there instead of mine. I liked Alejan1975's question on his approach to weight loss.0 -
@MrX8503 - You do eggs or egg whites? And I knew protien curbs hunger, but fiber does too? As for the Weights before Cardio - my trainer turned me on to that. Said the studies are just now coming out and you will just now start to se it in the Fitness magazines. He explained the science to me, but I was too busy cursing at him in my head for making me do more squats.
I eat whole eggs, there's a lot of nutrients in the yolk to pass up. What I do is only eat a limit of 2 eggs per day. If I were to eat more, the rest would be egg whites.
Protein curbs hunger, but I think fiber is better at it. Try eating a lot of vegetables and beans, you'll get full and those foods are light. The weight/cardio thing is still not definitive, but it doesn't hurt to do it in that order.0 -
Hmmm, let's see...
1. When I get bored with the traditional presses, I usually throw in some BB or DB pull-overs and dips to work my chest. Of course, you can't go wrong with some good ol' fashion pushups. I love doing rows and deadlifts for my back, but my bread and butter are pull-ups, especially weighted, that's an @$$kicker!
2. Sometimes I do have an occasional "cheatmeal" like an In 'n Out burger, but only soon after an intense workout. I gave up on the drinking a long time ago...
3. No extracurricular sports for me
4. A good casein shake with frozen berries always keeps me feeling full!0 -
Umm I don't know if I will remember all the questions asked. I felt like I was taking a reading comprehension test again.
Lifting...I would stick with the basics initially, especially if your time is limited at the gym. I also like fatiguing your pecs prior to moving to a conventional flat bench. Also remember you can add variety just by changing from a normal- to a wide- or close-grip.
As for eating...braut...it's protein right? I'd eat a plate of ribs like the ones that tipped over the Flinstone's car and not think twice.
And this is kind of where I forget the rest of the questions.
OH! I am a guy. :scratches myself: Yep, still a guy.0 -
I just saw this....thought I'd chime in.
1. While Strength Training - Not really but I try to do them in a certain order. For instance, I'll do dumb bell flyes before I bench. I want to loosen up my muscles first.
2. Beer, Brats, and Football - Not only do I love football, but I love almost any sport. Since I've been exercising regularly, I just limit my portions. I don't go all out like I used but I still get to eat my favorite sports foods.
3. Do you incorporate sports into your regimen (Racquetball, Karate, etc) - I found out that I like running. Right now I'm just alternating between the treadmill and eliptical but I plan on incorporating some road running once I lose some weight. I'm not sure my knees could take it at my current weight. I'm also a huge MMA fan and I've been trying to find a respectable gym in my area to train in Brazilian Ju Jitsu.
4. What is a staple in your new diet that works well and keeps you full-My staples are bananas and protein shakes. They're easy to pack and they fill me up.0 -
Speaking of guy stuff - have you all heard of "The Warrior Dash" (http://www.warriordash.com/)?
Viking hats, Mud, and beer - you can't ask for much more. It looks like a ton of fun and motivation for me to get fit. Check it out and read the FAQ. Everyone I talk to who has done it said it was one of the best things they have done ever.
Did the Warrior Dash last September in Oregon. Am now signed up for another here in Washington in July and another in September in Oregon again. Absolutely fantastic time. It is a party atmosphere and just the people watching can be a blast. It totally kicked my butt and hence one of my motivators to lose as much as possible before July.
Incorporating sports. I play raquetball at least 4 times a week. At my age and weight I burn a minimum of 900 + in an hour and if I am really kicking it up in a game against others, it is 1300 + per hour. definately a learning curve to it though and you won't get that without someone a little more experienced on the court that can control the tempo and push you.
Other than that, I am strickly a cardio guy so far. Raqueball, treadmill, elliptical and walking. I'll start tossing in some weight training at some point. Also am obsessed with keeping my caloric intake down. I may splurge on Superbowl Sunday since we've been invited to a Superbowl party. Go Packers!!!0 -
Warrior Dash is good fun, go with friends and a designated driver!
I ran my first one last October and will be hitting another one this spring and am trying to get fit for Tough Mudder this fall.0 -
Thanks for this post! I was beginning to think there weren't any men on here! I knew there had to be more out there like me...
1. I usually stick to the normal stuff... it gets the job done for me but I spilt the time between using a machine and dumbells at home.
2. I was being good this year until the playoffs! now on my tracker the last 3 weekends I've gone over.. I try to stay away but it's hard, but I usually work out harder throughout the week knowing whats coming up on the weekend
3. I love sports but I had should surgery this fall so I can't play again till May and I miss it so much... I play men's softball all summer and fall along with pick up basketball and flag football games.. I get a lot more out of those than running on a treadmill or elliptical because it's not as boring
4. Heathly snacks.. Usually an apple around 10 and a handful of peanuts or so around 3 to get me till diner... I work out after diner around 7 till 8:30sih so around 9 I'll have a protein shake which holds me over so I don't snack all night0 -
Bout time we got some testerone flowing through here..
1. Strength Training - I'm in cut mode right now losing weight, but when I weight train consistantly, I swap up what muscles to work and try to do different things every time.. If I bench today, next time might me push ups til I drop. Get the idea
2. Beer, Brats, and Football - I don't see the problem with sititng around watching football all day.. Usually during college football I do all my stuff before the games come on.. Or try to sneak in golf.
3. Do you incorporate sports into your regimen (Racquetball, Karate, etc) - Not at the moment. I used to do basketball and enjoyed myself
4. What is a staple in your new diet that works well and keeps you full. Almonds.0 -
1. I do normal full body workout. Nothing strange, other than a excercise ball to do squat like excercise. Try to keep my balance and go low as I can while pushing the ball against the wall with my back. I actually hate the gym in general. I dunno what it is, it just bores me. I prefer to walk/jog outside. Hills, flights of stairs, things like that is more fun for me. I'd say when it comes to excercise, I do cardio type 1-1½ hrs. 5x a week. Strength training 1-2x a week. for 1hr. I know I need to up my time in the gym.
2. I do like football just not the handegg version. XD i,e. I prefer soccer. I don't pig out when I watch sports in general. I do about once a month go enjoy a couple of beers, burger, steak, something naughty. I keep it in moderation and make sure to kick my own *kitten* with cardio or the gym the day before and the day after of when I plan to treat myself.
3. No sports. I suck. lol. I am finding jogging fun. I plan to complete a 5k before the year is up.
4. Water. I have gotten used to it. I find drinking alot of it helps with the hunger.0 -
Great thread, made me decide to finally post something in the forums. Been using the site for a couple months, but changed my diet and started working out back in July. Hit my goal and then some, now looking to get in better physical shape and toned. Posting a quick message so I can find this later.0
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Never really noticed that most of my MFP friends are girls. Not a bad thing...just not very aware I guess. Great thread you guys started...wonderful info.
I'm just trying to get my life back. Missed playing softball and being able to jump in the back of my truck without laying down on the tailgate and rolling in.
Currently getting calories under control and using Meal Replacement shakes with healthy food choices.
I have an Elliptical here at the house and used it so far. Looking to do my first round of P90X w/ my son in a couple weeks. Until then I use beer and shots of wiskey at times to replace my exercise calories...I need to exercise more.0 -
Hey mate,
good topic
1. I generally stick to the squats, DL, bench and overhead pressing but for assistance exercises or a HIIT workout, I will use kettlebells. I use the KISS principle for strength training though. This is the beginners program I use.
Squat 3 x 10
Bench press 3 x 8
Bent row 3 x 8
Military press 3 x 8
SLDL 3 x 8
BB curl 3 x 8
More weight, more reps or more sets.
2. Wings and ribs don't do anything for me for some reason. My mates love them but if I am going all out on food it will be a big steak or chicken dish generally. Re Alcohol, I do like to get on it (hey, I am an Aussie :P) but I try to restrict my consumption mainly because I find that it really hinders my training. I participate in Febfast and Dry July which are alcohol free charity fundraisers and outside of that, I will pick one day a month to drink. This is what I was doing previously but I am now drinking a bit of red wine for it's antioxidant properties and it's red wine vs dark chocolate :P
3. My main sport is mma training. Boxing, kickboxing, wrestling and jiujitsu. Awesome fun!
4. One of my favourite filling healthy snacks is low fat cottage cheese with 1tbspn natural peanut butter and 1tspn honey.
I don't do weights instead of cardio but I get all the cardio training I need at mma so the only stuff I do at home is weight training.
Also, at the moment, I am doing a slight variation on the intermittent fasting method. 6hr window of eating (4pm to 10pm for me) and I have a casein whey/bcaa shake in the morning and around lunch time. Only started this a few days ago (just mixing it up a bit :P) so see how it goes for a few weeks. Previously, I was eating 5 meals a day.
My targets at the moment are 45% protein, 30% fat and 25% carbs.
I have done a round of P90x in the past and at the time I was on a maintenance diet with slightly less protein and a bit more carbs than the above. I definitely gained muscular indurance and for lack of a better word "toned up" :P I don't think I increase outright strength like I have since sticking to big compound exercises. It is definitely a beneficial program though.0 -
I just found this MAN-thread - finally! Greetings from Sydney Australia!
1. I only get to go the gym once or twice a week - upper body 1 session and lower body in the second.
2. I don't drink anymore - but I do have my cravings for high carb, high fat, high sugar and high protein food. If I know I'm going to eat over my calories - I'll go crazy on cardio first thing in the morning to kick start my metabolism. Burn 600-900 calories and then I'm good to go. I also try to have a small breakfast, satisfy my craving at lunch or late arvo and then light dinner that's 200-300 calories.
3. I'm still too heavy to play most sports - so I jog instead. Love running outdoors and away from douche bags in the gym. Training for 14km and 21km marathon in August & September. It helps my motivation to know that I'm training for something and not just trying to lose weight. I'm also using RUNKEEPER - excellent iPhone app that keeps track of my runs and calories - add me if you like - razorammo.
4. 1 cup of Cheerios and 1/2 banana and Soy Supreme Vanilla in the morning, followed by coffee/sugar/soymilk. That keeps me going until lunch quite easily. I'll also snack on a few cashews and almonds during the day. I used to reach for chocolate, now I do about a 5 nuts at a time spread out over the day. I also do 5 x rice cakes and 1 small can of tuna and bit of grated cheese - good carb + good protein keeps me full for hours. Instead of tuna - I might do 2 rice cakes and 1/2tsp of peanut butter.
I HAVE to eat 2,379 today - love working out hard in the morning so I can eat during the day!
I'm down 9kg(20lbs) - 79lbs to go until midnight Dec 28 2011.
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3. Do you incorporate sports into your regimen (Racquetball, Karate, etc) - do you find it effective?
4. What is a staple in your new diet that works well and keeps you full.
Good to see the fellas on here! On answering question #3, I personally don't incorporate any sports into my regimen at the moment. I'd like to get into some martial arts after I knock a few more pounds off.
Question 4: Believe it or not, what's worked really well at keeping me full has been benefiber! I usually put the orange flavored variety in my mid-morning water and drink it with my meal (usually fruit). The full feeling lasts for quite a bit.
Shawn0 -
Good to see this topic.
My training for a long time was Tae-bo, but eventually I found it wasn't doing it for me, so while I still do the advanced workouts of Tae-bo I also do Insanity. I have started to incorporate strength training again. In my strength training I focus on exercises that use multiple muscle groups like squats, dead-lifts, pull-ups, push-up and the like. I want to minimize time and maximize effect. I'm not a body builder or training for some competition so all the specialized training some people do does not interest me.
I don't really incorporate any sports, so to speak, although in the winter I do a lot of cross-country skiing and skating while in the summer I do a lot of cycling and swimming.
I sort of do cheat days, but usually if a party is coming up I will sort of account for how much I eat that day by eating less the day before and the day after. I may feel hungry on those days, but it allows me to just enjoy the day.
My diet is basically counting calories very carefully. A good scale is a must for me. I have started with Eat Stop Eat recently and like it a lot.
What helps me keep full is high fiber. I don't measure anything like carbs, fat of protein, but I do count fiber along with calories. I find if I eat a lot of fiber (for me that is often lots of bean) I simply don't get hungry.
I still have about 25 pounds to go, maybe a bit more if I am not happy with my looks when I get there. Hopefully, by the time summer is here I will be at or below my goal weight.0 -
Glad I found the "Man Cave" thread! I just started about 3 weeks ago so I'm not an expert on anything. I do find that tracking my calories has helped keep me accountable for what I eat. I am turning 50 this year and decided to do something for my health.
Please feel free to add me as a friend as right now I only have 6 and 5 are women. Nothing wrong with that though.
In response to your questions:
1. Strength Training -I have been doing workouts with resistance bands because I travel for my job. I work out on a total gym & treadmill when home. I am not a health club type of guy.
2. Beer, Brats, and Football - Love football but have eased off the beer since I begun MFP. I will treat myself for the Super Bowl but not overindulge. Coors LIght = 102 calories. MGD light 64 = 64 calories. I made a big pot of turkey chili last weekend that was quite tasty. Will definetly have some buffalo wings w/ celery for the big game. I used to sit down and eat half a pizza so those days are over for now.
3. Do you incorporate sports into your regimen? Yes, golf, bicycling and walking when the weather gets better. I live in Midwest. I purchased 4 TaeBo dvds on Ebay for less that 10 bucks. Might start that until weather breaks.
4. What is a staple in your new diet that works well and keeps you full.- I am eating crap I never would consider before like rice cakes, yogurt, many salads, and lots of 100 calories snack packs of almonds. The cocoa ones are awesome.
GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!0 -
Just bumping for now ,,, thank god some f'ing guy stuff!!
I'll be back!0 -
Most of my excercise came from biking and kayaking during the summer.
Lately it's mostly from shoveling snow out of my driveway.
Thanks for this thread.0 -
Ahhh...
I'd heard rumors about other guys on MFP, but I thought it might just be an old legend.
I mostly do cardio type exercising (and shoveling snow in the last month). I haven't nixed that many things out of my possible food choices (save for sodas), but keeping to my goals for sodium, fat, etc. requires that I have certain things less often, and in much smaller portions than I once ate them.0 -
Whoever first mentioned the Warrior Dash,that looks fun. Iam considering entering.0
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Wow! What an area. I never knew that there were this many men among us. I too was also introduced to this site by my wife and came to enjoy it very much. I have 2 daughters as well and a house with no where to run. It sucks the testoterone right out of me.
Anyways, As far as strength training, I just do the basic moves because that is what works for me on the time that I have. But I also try to do alot of different types of cardio for wieght lose such as cutting and splitting wood, running/hiking, hunting, and yard/farm work. I try to think of "Rocky 4" when I do this. He did so much with so little and I try to do the same, nothing fancy.
As far and spruging. I do have my moments when nothing counts but I "try" to be in reason. However, I do refuse to just give up on the things that I enjoy and I truly believe that is what counts the most. We must live to be happy. When I am on track, I try to eat as much fiber as I can because I am fuller longer.
Sports. I love to hunt and run. I know that seems boring as a sport but it gets me outside and away from the women, lol. Anyone that has ever been elk hunting knows just how much work that can be. I have to prepare almost all summer just so that I can survive 1 week in the great outdoors. I made a new years resolution last year that I would run a full 26 mile marathon and did not get that checked off the list, so hopefully this will be the year that I can do it. Right now it is cold and snowy here in Wisconsin and I am unable to run outdoors, so I am doing as much cardio and "stayn loose" as I can so that when the weather starts to warm back up I will be ready and not out of breath for the first 2 weeks of running.
Diet/pantry staples: I enjoy brown rice and chicken, but there are alot more options as well. I try to keep the freezer stocked with venison for a better grade of lean meats because chicken can become boring and after all I am a man. I like to see red meat as well. 1 elk will keep the freezer full for an entire year, and whitetail is just icing on the cake after that. I also love to go turkey hunting so I helps out as well. I do have some pastas, spagetti, in the pantry as well just because it is cheap and easy to make.
Well, good luck to you all and your goals. Just remember, DO YOUR BEST AND FORGET THE REST!!0 -
Hunting sounds like bloody good fun exercise to me! (no elk around here though, infact I don't think we are allowed to kill anything except pigs and there isn't too many around my parts).0
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Great thread. Just started my weight loss journey but will keep an eye out here. Currently just finished first week of C25K and doing well so far.0
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A few random thoughts on your questions:
1. I haven't got into stress training yet.
2. Drinking and sports watching: I drink and watch what I want and make up for it later on.
3. I bike, skateboard, surf when I can.
4. Cottage cheese..., it's a mystery drug.0 -
Wow! look at the responses!
I was thinking of altering the questions to open up the dicussion some more. Is there a way we can edit our original post?0 -
Wow! look at the responses!
I was thinking of altering the questions to open up the dicussion some more. Is there a way we can edit our original post?
Should be an edit button right below your original post but I would just ask more questions in line in the thread. Great thread!0 -
Another guy reporting in, I love MFP. In response to your questions...
1. I exercise solely with calisthenics for strength training. I feel that this is something that way too many people overlook, even though it's a core part of things like "P90x", etc. How do they think people used to do it? Currently doing ~150 pushups, ~25 pullups, and ~200 situps 3 times a week (using "100 pushups," "20 pullups," and "200 situps" workouts as guides for pacing, then plan on maintaining / elevating with added weight/variations). I love it and it's made a huge difference! It's definitely not easy, but it pays off. For all those who don't think you can build muscle with calisthenics, two words: Hershel Walker.
2. I LOVE beer and pub food. In fact, I'm a home brewer. It can hurt, but when I want that beer I just work a bit harder that day. My love of beer overcomes my hatred of exercise.
3. No sports for me, but I drum and it can be a workout! Good way to burn some calories and be entertained.
4. Beer
(serious answer: I eat a lot of different stuff, but I love 1% cottage cheese at lunch to take the edge off and get some protein). 0
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