. The Eating part is more of a pain and seems harder to do than to lift 4x a week 
.Right amount of protein per day
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Well, I don't want a body building type body..just a toned body. I really can't eat a full meal 3xaday..due to money..Plus, I can't eat a lot at one time. I eat a lot though out the day. Meats aren't that cheap. And for some one to eat constantly in the day it's hard..and hard for someone who makes 491 bucks in a 2 week paycheck. . The Eating part is more of a pain and seems harder to do than to lift 4x a week .
. The Eating part is more of a pain and seems harder to do than to lift 4x a week .I totally agree with that.. I've just seen so many teenagers, and even adults who have no knowledge of nutrition start a weight training program and immediately start pumping as much protein into their body as possible and their system just isn't ready for it. I’m a classic example and I was almost 30 years old when I did it. I'm a pretty firm believer that given time, the body can adjust to just about anything but time is the key.
Regarding the meals... if you live close to a walmart, in the pharmacy, you can get all kinds of supplement bars anywhere from 100 to 300 calories and 9-30 grams of protein per bar. some as low as $.99 per bar.. and I don't think any of them are over $1.50 each... pretty good deal...
Regarding the meals... if you live close to a walmart, in the pharmacy, you can get all kinds of supplement bars anywhere from 100 to 300 calories and 9-30 grams of protein per bar. some as low as $.99 per bar.. and I don't think any of them are over $1.50 each... pretty good deal...
I work at wal-mart haha.. 32g ones are a 1.99. And Swanso I eat ALOT during the day just not a lot at once.. Mostly quick microwave things, or fruits sometimes sandwiches. I just don't seem to get bigger. I can't even get fat. I don't know the food part seems to be the hardest part out of everything.. I've been trying like a mofo though to stay on track with it..Maybe I'll be bigger than big boss and swanso put together. Just kidding.
You work at wal-mart eh Guts? Well I can see how the temptation to eat something, anything conveinent would be overwhelming. I do recommend though, since you get an employee discount on products there maybe picking up something like EAS's Myoplex Lite shakes or pb bars. I personally have been nibbling the bars for two weeks after work outs and although not overwhelmingly filling they are really helping me rebuild muscle and refuel. I know they have them at wal-mart 
(go wal-mart!) Oh and they are geared to help rebuild and tone, not bulk.
Also I agree chicken is amazing for protein at dinner time...nothing like it. Or very lean beef.
(go wal-mart!) Oh and they are geared to help rebuild and tone, not bulk.Also I agree chicken is amazing for protein at dinner time...nothing like it. Or very lean beef.
Turkey. Same Protein content, but can be eaten hot or cold. Unless you buy sliced Chicken, Breasts are raw and need cooking.FireRed wrote: Also I agree chicken is amazing for protein at dinner time...nothing like it. Or very lean beef.
The only time Turkey comes raw really is the kind you buy for Christmas.
Great Protein source Chicken, but if you're looking for a fast option, then stick to the cooked slices in a plastic tray style packet, otherwise you're looking at at least 12-14 minutes Frying a Breast.
Also Firered, you wouldn't be doing subtle promotion of EAS products would you, on account of you work for them I believe
Disclaimer: other supplement companies Bars and shakes are available. Just to be fair to them
.if you're asking me..Im doing the one you gave me in workout programs.swanso5 wrote:wt wise i'm probably one of the smallest on here (162pds) don't know about bossman though...how many times a week do you train?...you may need to cut back a day so yuo have another day for growth and waht training are you doing?
4 x week...lower / upper / lower / upper training mon, tue, thu, sat
day 1
supine bridge 3 x 12 superset bulgarian split squats with bb on shoulders 3 x 12 each leg
seated leg curl 3 x 12 super set single leg stiff legged deadlifts 3 x 12 each leg
walking lunges with bb on shoulders 3 x 10 each leg
full contact twists 3 x 8 each side super set prone ab brace 3 x as long as you can
day 2
bb pullover 3 x 12 super set db row 3 x 12 each arm
incline db fly 3 x 12 superset flat bb bench press 3 x 12
side db shoulder raise 3 x 12 superset bb standing shoulder press 3 x 12
bb curl 3 x 15 superset bench dips 3 x as many as you can
I am also a stocker so I am lifting like from anywhere from 1-50 pound stuff. Also Pulling 200+ skids with a pallet jack. workdays change I some time work a full week without a day off...And sometimes I work like 3 days a week. Never a set day. That might be effecting resting.
Last edited by Guts on Sat May 12, 2007 6:21 am, edited 1 time in total.
you may need to use an 8 day cycle maybe so you do our 4 workouts every 8 days to allow for 1 extra recovery day as your lifting throughout the day as well
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yeah is around 10% or so
doesn't really matter what actual % you are but you should be able to see abs all year round so if you can't, impeove your food choices but don't decrease calorie intake
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yeah is around 10% or so
doesn't really matter what actual % you are but you should be able to see abs all year round so if you can't, impeove your food choices but don't decrease calorie intake
Yes I work WITH them but dear I also use the products (hello Tom Bosley). I have been using Myoplex Lite and you know what its good for muscle and keeping the bulk minimal. Plus hey, the bars taste good and have like 20g of protein and are lo-carb, so yay.Also FireRed, you wouldn't be doing subtle promotion of EAS products would you, on account of you work for them I believe
Disclaimer: other supplement companies Bars and shakes are available. Just to be fair to them
I also have used other stuff and eat Trader Joe's and health food like it's going out of style. Problem with a lot of products out there is they are going for the hardcore 'pump you up' thing. If you are not bulking and doing Xtreme cardio (insert Ah-nold voice here) yeah that works....Guts mentioned something about wanting to tone....thought help in an non-obtuse way
You may now berate me LOL
Awwww thanks Boss Man. You mean I am not screaming buy, buy buy at you like a nerd? I could if you would like. BUY, BUY, BUY.....hahahaha No there are benefits and drawbacks to every product. Depends on what you are looking for. Oh and Myoplex Lite is at Wal-mart, GNC, etc.....makes it really accessible for the modern day overworked, underpaid person....convenient, no?
No there are benefits and drawbacks to every product. Depends on what you are looking for. Oh and Myoplex Lite is at Wal-mart, GNC, etc.....makes it really accessible for the modern day overworked, underpaid person....convenient, no?