Dissapointed in myself

beckyi88

I thought this was a really good article worth posting

http://figureathlete.tmuscle.com/fre...h_about_cardio

It has a great explanation of HIIT cardio and what it really is...most people (NOT saying you Banks!) aren't actually performing HIIT according to its purest definition. Just thought it might be helpful or at least interesting!

Becky

SHBoss1673

I thought this was a really good article worth posting

http://figureathlete.tmuscle.com/fre...h_about_cardio

It has a great explanation of HIIT cardio and what it really is...most people (NOT saying you Banks!) aren't actually performing HIIT according to its purest definition. Just thought it might be helpful or at least interesting!

Becky

Becky, that link is broken, can you check it and resend?

beckyi88

http://figureathlete.tmuscle.com/free_online_article/most_recent/the_truth_about_cardio

trying again
sorry i'm a computer moron!

SHBoss1673

I thought this was a really good article worth posting

http://figureathlete.tmuscle.com/fre...h_about_cardio

It has a great explanation of HIIT cardio and what it really is...most people (NOT saying you Banks!) aren't actually performing HIIT according to its purest definition. Just thought it might be helpful or at least interesting!

Becky

OK I found it. Pretty decent article. I already knew what HIIT training was (exactly the way she described it I'm proud to add ) but you make a good point, many people don't grasp hiit training. It is just what it sounds like HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING. You do a cardio routine at MAX capacity for 30 to 60 seconds, rest for 30 to 60 seconds, then do it again. You can't do these for very long (trust me) but if you do them, you get an AMAZING workout from it.

Look up tabata protocol, I do it once a week as one of my HIIT training's. It's nasty. FYI, there are a couple of options for tabata, I'm on the pro option. I.E. 20 seconds hard, 10 seconds rest, repeat 6 times rest 1 minute repeat again 6 times, rest, and again then 5 minute cooldown. It's DEATH I tell you, but you're done in 20 minutes, and it's like 350 calories. Crazyness!

hmo4

I thought this was a really good article worth posting

http://figureathlete.tmuscle.com/fre...h_about_cardio

It has a great explanation of HIIT cardio and what it really is...most people (NOT saying you Banks!) aren't actually performing HIIT according to its purest definition. Just thought it might be helpful or at least interesting!

Becky

OK I found it. Pretty decent article. I already knew what HIIT training was (exactly the way she described it I'm proud to add ) but you make a good point, many people don't grasp hiit training. It is just what it sounds like HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING. You do a cardio routine at MAX capacity for 30 to 60 seconds, rest for 30 to 60 seconds, then do it again. You can't do these for very long (trust me) but if you do them, you get an AMAZING workout from it.

Look up tabata protocol, I do it once a week as one of my HIIT training's. It's nasty. FYI, there are a couple of options for tabata, I'm on the pro option. I.E. 20 seconds hard, 10 seconds rest, repeat 6 times rest 1 minute repeat again 6 times, rest, and again then 5 minute cooldown. It's DEATH I tell you, but you're done in 20 minutes, and it's like 350 calories. Crazyness!

Great article. I knew some of the cardio stuff, but it's soo interesting how you can read from one author to the next about how to do things, and why. Frustrating actually, because who do you believe? This article made great sense though. Will definitely change things once I make it through the 1/2 marathon in 10 days. Thanks guys. Geez Banks, your topics are always a pleasure to learn from.:bigsmile:

Here's my fave post workout smoothie:
ice
2 cup skim milk
2 scoops chocolate whey powder
1 banana
1 tbsp flax oil

I call it...Kathy's Funkay Monkay:bigsmile: :glasses:

leann_m_olson

The problem is, for the amount I'd have to eat, to make a difference, I'm looking at 100 to 150 bucks a month extra. That's pretty steep!

better than drinking and smoking! :glasses:

Georg

Thank you for showing us that everyone struggles with something.
Good luck. We always appreciate your opinion.

staclo

Hey i'd take your hot lil bod, over hubby's right now :laugh: , i'd be upgrading!! wooohooo! :laugh: :laugh:

You amuse me. When my race comes, I will kill you last! :devil:

No No, no need to thank me, it's my reward to you for a job well done!

(I know, I'm such a dork!)

After you said that you were an IT guy, this all makes total sense. :laugh:

willywonka

Banks, I just looked at your pics and I think you look amazing!!! Such an inspiration to all of us here!!
And I have no doubt that you'll be exactly where you want to be in no time- if anyone on this darn site can do it- it's you!!
:flowerforyou:

SHBoss1673

Aww, thanks everyone. I appreciate the kind words!

SHBoss1673

FYI here's Me last October


http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm92/Banks1850/steve_october.jpg






and here's me Yesterday



http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm92/Banks1850/me_june_2009/Front.jpg

SHBoss1673

and for those that care, here is what I'll be eating today. as you can see, I actually HAD to add in a couple of things I don't necessarily want to eat (like the ice cream) as I NEEDED more fat and carbs, even though they are bad carbs (hey, I deserve it, damn it!)

I haven't been keeping a food diary lately, but I decided I better start again!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/diary/SHBoss1673

hmo4

and for those that care, here is what I'll be eating today. as you can see, I actually HAD to add in a couple of things I don't necessarily want to eat (like the ice cream) as I NEEDED more fat and carbs, even though they are bad carbs (hey, I deserve it, damn it!)

I haven't been keeping a food diary lately, but I decided I better start again!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/diary/SHBoss1673

Saw the first pic, but not the second-link isn't working. Guess I should update some pics too...

SHBoss1673

and for those that care, here is what I'll be eating today. as you can see, I actually HAD to add in a couple of things I don't necessarily want to eat (like the ice cream) as I NEEDED more fat and carbs, even though they are bad carbs (hey, I deserve it, damn it!)

I haven't been keeping a food diary lately, but I decided I better start again!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/diary/SHBoss1673

Saw the first pic, but not the second-link isn't working. Guess I should update some pics too...

works for me. interesting, try it again?

SHBoss1673

I give you receipe for my Russian stew. That put weigh on you, no?

Ahh, no thanks. I'm good.

molsongirl

big change in definition from the first pic to the second...you look cut...not so skinny! :laugh:

ktthegr8

I didn't read all of the posts, but I am in the same situation. I had a BUNCH of calories left over yesterday and had some popcorn, with butter. But, there is a drink that I have made up for myself for after my workouts.
8 oz whole milk
1 banana
1 Tbsp peanut butter
1 1/2 Tbsp ground flax seed.
I blend it up and it is yummy! It's right around 350 calories and it is stuff that I always have in the house.

msarro

Hope this hasn't been said already, but Banks, there is a cheap whey protein available at wal-mart called Body Fortress. It's cheap, about 13$ for a large tub. However it contains small amounts of creatine, and since you know your stuff I won't get into that. It does contain all amino acids to my knowledge - it was recommended to me as a "cheap beginner's quality" protein supplement by my cousin who used to do competitive lifting.

The nice thing is, if you're trying to gain a little weight and get better definition the creatine monohydrate may help a little.

SHBoss1673

Hope this hasn't been said already, but Banks, there is a cheap whey protein available at wal-mart called Body Fortress. It's cheap, about 13$ for a large tub. However it contains small amounts of creatine, and since you know your stuff I won't get into that. It does contain all amino acids to my knowledge - it was recommended to me as a "cheap beginner's quality" protein supplement by my cousin who used to do competitive lifting.

The nice thing is, if you're trying to gain a little weight and get better definition the creatine monohydrate may help a little.

Thanks Mark, but it has soy in it. I am actively trying to avoid anything with soy in it. I ended up buying
Ads Lean Mass builder, it has no soy in it, one of the few. And has all the amino acids in it. 30 g protein, and tastes decent with milk or even water. Not overly expensive either.

JoyousMaximus

Hope this hasn't been said already, but Banks, there is a cheap whey protein available at wal-mart called Body Fortress. It's cheap, about 13$ for a large tub. However it contains small amounts of creatine, and since you know your stuff I won't get into that. It does contain all amino acids to my knowledge - it was recommended to me as a "cheap beginner's quality" protein supplement by my cousin who used to do competitive lifting.

The nice thing is, if you're trying to gain a little weight and get better definition the creatine monohydrate may help a little.

Thanks Mark, but it has soy in it. I am actively trying to avoid anything with soy in it. I ended up buying
Ads Lean Mass builder, it has no soy in it, one of the few. And has all the amino acids in it. 30 g protein, and tastes decent with milk or even water. Not overly expensive either.

Not that I'm trying to gain weight but if you don't mind me asking, why are you avoiding soy?