Lennox497 Member

Try...you got this. It'll be a snap.

I like the 1g per body weight method. You can adjust your settings on MFP to match your intended intake.

Solid work!

Its not about how many calories you eat. It is about finishing the day with a caloric deficit. Another thing I woudl do is lose the machines. They do come in handy from time to time, but dumbbells or free weights in my opinion are superior. And lift heavy. I don't mean every rep be nigh impossible, but by the conclusion of…

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Saw this post and did not think it was going to be actual clean, cooked food. I'm gonna give this a shot. I already either cooked chicken breasts a couple times a week. Poached chicken would be perfect for this too, poached equals moist and easy to shred.

The Stronglifts 5x5 is a great simple and to the point program. Lift to burn calories. I am a bit confused when you used the term 'gain', just didn't really seem very specfic. Just keep the simple rule in mind, losing weight is carrying a caloric defiect. Weight gain is a caloric surplus. The SL 5x5 program is designed to…

How much is extra? I generally try to consume at minimum 1g of protein per lb of my weight. You can also adjust your protein intake and your other macro nutrient goals manually as well.

Fantastic work. You are an excellent example dedication and determination. You're a star!

I have to agree with this post. I believe that both are needed. I have done both the post workout protein shakes in the past and mixed in fruits for the carbs. It did help me trim up a little bit, Currently I take a double scoop of protein 45 mins prior to my workout. Just tryin to catch the protein synthesis immediately…

Lately it has been all about the redheads and Chivettes bored at work :bigsmile: But for the straight entertainment factor its the Dopamine Dump

I like using the rope attachment and doing cable crunches. Leg lifts are another favorite ab exercise. Or even hit up the medicine ball and do the tarheel ab workout. http://www.menshealth.com/fitness/ultimate-medicine-ball-workout

Yup this is legit. We are all living in an instant gratification soceity. Everything takes time, fitness especially. I know I always try to measure my gains/losses over a 12 wk period. Definitely some ups and downs along the way.

Yeah I wish I could help out with a masterful plan, but I am doing the same thing :bigsmile:

Yeah missed this original post. Nice on.

Definitely two V's to the male physique. The V-taper is what we all work at by building our lats and shoulders which gives the V proportion culminating at the waist. Now the V cut is what women of MFP swoon for. Thank you for all the love ladies.

Depending on classification or strictness you adhere to being a vegetarian will limit your options. I would check out the other vegetarian's diaries for tips. The part that puzzles me is that 50g is hard. I'm not saying this in a negative way just trying to understand, because curently I double dose on my protein shakes.…

Looks like this thread is losing steam. I was the first to post, so I must keep it going. Fresh out of the shower on this one.

Yup. I concur on the squats. Squats are the king of all lifts. Just make sure you go to at least parallel. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnV7vEi7Sz8&feature=relmfu Here is a good link on the break down of the squat.

Well you have found the right site for positive motivation. It can be addicting at times, but I love this place.

To challenge myself and my genetics. To see what full effort and dedication can earn me. I have never been comfortable to hang out with my shirt off. I figured since I just turned 30, why not make this my decade to conquer and reclaim who I want to be.

Love the Chivettes. I hope to be able to pay them back my submitting to the Berry one of these days too. KCCO

With only 50g of protein intake a day. I would curious to see your food diary. The first couple of responses hit the nail right on the head. Protein powder/shakes work great as a supplement, but whole food in my opinion is better. I'm having a protein shake right now, it is 48g of protein.

I would say they are coming in...they are announcing there presence with authority. You're definitely killin it in the gym and it shows. Keep at it.! And as another poster commented, you're totally owning that dress.

I would definitely add in some greens or some kind. The darker the better. At first I would use them as a component of another dish, but know I enjoy them flat out. Spinach- good in an omlete or scramble broccoli - not much hiding with this, but I usually usually some light itailan dressing on them. Grilled veggies are yum…

Thanks for the insight. I have been adhering to the 1g per pound mantra as well. The info fats is new to me and will definitely take into advisement. Right now eating enought carbs seems to be struggle. My mind changes from wanting to bulk up and gain weight or try to live it lean and mean.

@SergeantSunshine You're definitely puttin work. Thank you for contributing to this thread. I checked your profile and bonus points for imiplementing squats into your rountine. Question for you since you are studying nutrition. What is the best macronutrient ratio? I am trying to follow: 45% CARB 30% PROTEIN 25% FAT

@ emgawne Where you are right now is a great foundation. Keep working hard and fueling your fire. You'll get where you want to be in no time.

There is a Chive group? Sweet!

Definitely understand the rules or office sites and posts. Keep up the good work, your effort is showing through. Question though...who is Steven?