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how many times a week should you squat/train legs?
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Once a week should be fine, 2 at most with 3 days atleast inbetween. Leg workouts can be brutal and you dont exactly give them the proper rest they need after a workout if you live an active lifestyle.Originally Posted by Zyzz
how many times a week should you squat/train legs?
Essentials: Multi vitamin, vitamin d, fish oilOriginally Posted by 10 Piece Nuggets
I think the only "essential" supplements are whey and vitamins. Whey for quick protein absorption right after you workout, but eating a protein rich meal is just as good. Vitamins, well that doesnt need explanation.
I have friends who used tons of supplements, glutamine, amino acids, NO Explode, C4, etc. I work just as hard as they do at the gym, without pre-workouts, and all those other supplements are just too much IMO.
Zyzz wrote:
how many times a week should you squat/train legs?
Originally Posted by 10 Piece Nuggets
I think the only "essential" supplements are whey and vitamins. Whey for quick protein absorption right after you workout, but eating a protein rich meal is just as good. Vitamins, well that doesnt need explanation.
I have friends who used tons of supplements, glutamine, amino acids, NO Explode, C4, etc. I work just as hard as they do at the gym, without pre-workouts, and all those other supplements are just too much IMO.
Originally Posted by jumpmankb
I haven't been to the gym since November, but I've been going to the gym for about four years now on and off and am pretty experienced.
What should I do this first week back in a while? I don't want to strain or pull anything. Thanks in advance.
Very few people can even do a support on them, let alone any strength elements. After a while of using them you get used to the instability though. Dips, push ups, static holds, etc. are difficult at first and are still harder than their stable counterparts.Originally Posted by scshift
I use them to do inverted rows occasionally. Doing pushups on them is crazy hard, my arms are shaking everywhere and feels like my chest is going to explodeOriginally Posted by ooIRON MANoo
Probably no real reason. They probably don't know better.
Only time I really see that is when I see a couple workout together.
Does anybody use TRX straps (Suspension Training) to workout. I'm interested but they are expensive.
just got this yesterday, dudes body is ridiculousOriginally Posted by DaCitySlanga
Next Months Cover... Dude is seriously ripped
Originally Posted by RaWeX05
People on EC Stack. How much of a calorie deficit are y'all on?
Originally Posted by RaWeX05
Originally Posted by RaWeX05
People on EC Stack. How much of a calorie deficit are y'all on?
Originally Posted by GoldenTicket21
Is there a certain brand of "recovery protein shake" that you recommend over another? I was considering Muscle Milk..I just dont know anybody that uses it.
Muscle building is also the key to fat loss.. try to lift weights if you can. Don't have to lift anything heavy.. but a decent routine will go a long way..Originally Posted by Jada2001Retro
Starting to work out again after not being able to for 10 months.
Going to start walking and jogging with a little bit of running.
I gained 56 lbs, can't wait to lose it.
What makes muscle milk terrible? And will do. You ever had the cookies n creme flavor?Originally Posted by Zyzz
Originally Posted by GoldenTicket21
Is there a certain brand of "recovery protein shake" that you recommend over another? I was considering Muscle Milk..I just dont know anybody that uses it.
Muscle Milk is terrible. Get ON Gold Whey.
Originally Posted by BattsLM
Muscle building is also the key to fat loss.. try to lift weights if you can. Don't have to lift anything heavy.. but a decent routine will go a long way..Originally Posted by Jada2001Retro
Starting to work out again after not being able to for 10 months.
Going to start walking and jogging with a little bit of running.
I gained 56 lbs, can't wait to lose it.
My homeboy that's a personal trainer and big into holisitc medicine and training warned me about Muscle Milk and other shakes and proteins like it because he said they have a hefty amoutn of toxins that create a long-term deficiency and cause damage to your muscle tissue etc...(I may be misquoting him but that's what I remember).Originally Posted by GoldenTicket21
Is there a certain brand of "recovery protein shake" that you recommend over another? I was considering Muscle Milk..I just dont know anybody that uses it.
Jada2001Retro wrote:
Muscle building is also the key to fat loss.. try to lift weights if you can. Don't have to lift anything heavy.. but a decent routine will go a long way..Originally Posted by BattsLM
Jada2001Retro wrote:
Starting to work out again after not being able to for 10 months.
Going to start walking and jogging with a little bit of running.
I gained 56 lbs, can't wait to lose it.
I can't really lift anything because I still have this thing in my chest, doc said if I put pressure on my chest muscles it could explode. Yeah I was planning to lift when I get it removed, diet and running/walking/jogging is my temporary plan.
Oh ok. Yea..safety first man.. Good luck with your goals.
nealraj006 wrote:
scshift wrote:
ooIRON MANoo wrote:
Probably no real reason. They probably don't know better.
Only time I really see that is when I see a couple workout together.
Does anybody use TRX straps (Suspension Training) to workout. I'm interested but they are expensive.
I use them to do inverted rows occasionally. Doing pushups on them is crazy hard, my arms are shaking everywhere and feels like my chest is going to explode
Very few people can even do a support on them, let alone any strength elements. After a while of using them you get used to the instability though. Dips, push ups, static holds, etc. are difficult at first and are still harder than their stable counterparts.
Finally found out what the TRX is. Don't like it. Same as gymnastic rings, however rings are better if you ask me. ~$200 for TRX or $60 for rings. Rings can do more and can be scaled up/down for many different levels.
trx straps are 100..
and you can scale the trx straps up and down as well, adjust to diff levels and heights.
theres ALOT more to do excersice wise than just rings.
i only incorporate it with my workouts to throw a wrench in it.
i switch up diff things i do on them every 2 weeks or so, so i dont get used to em.
i also do pushups on the balancing surfboard.