JLuckett05

You're a good man.

I would suggest that you start your lifting regimen first and get used to it for a few weeks. ( a trainer is not a bad idea, to learn proper form, etc. ) Then maybe start to change your diet to more healthy foods, by dropping sugary crap and adding vegetables and lean meats in. After you get used to working out and eating…

SNAP!!! I'd prefer dumbells. I've used smith machines for accessory work, but they tend to hurt my knees and back too much to use them as an actual squat machine. Goblets are a good suggestion, and do some lunges for single leg type stuff. Nothing wrong with dumbells at all. ( by the way, if someone asks, I squatted 425…

Kicking heiny and taking names

Well, if you completely change your diet and lifestyle then you might not need to consider calories... How realistic is that for normal people who have to work and raise families? If I was a personal trainer and that's all I did, then that would make it much easier. It's not that what she said is wrong, it's that it still…

It depends on what you like. If you get bored easily then mix it up. I've always stuck to a basic routine for months on end, with a couple of days doing different stuff. When I feel stale I start over with a different routine, trying new things to incorporate into another long-term plan, then go till I want to change it…

Outstanding work. Hubba hubba. Hope the husband lets you get some rest...

I will heartily second a 5x5 workout routine. Just stick to the meat and potatoes workout, and by the way eat more meat an potatoes to gain weight. As an 'easy' gainer I never could understand not being able to eat enough. Just add a sandwich before bed to whatever you are now eating. Maybe drink a glass of milk instead of…