Muscle Building

[FunctionSpec]

Originally Posted by Aothachos

ALSO I would order some glutamine. You only take one scoop or a teaspoon of that after every workout. What it does is help repair your muscles fast, better. So the next day you would not feel as sore as you would usually do. There is no problem in taking this, your body uses glutamine to repair your muscles so your giving your body the extra dosage it needs.


So I only take my protein shake twice a day and glutamine after every workout, they have glutamine in powder form or pill form, i suggest the powder form, I feel it works a lot better.

+1 on the Glutamine. Definitely helps out a lot in muscle recovery so you feel less sore after your workouts. Sucks trying to hit the gym sore and also you take less breaks from sore muscles, lol. I went one week without Glutamine and I thought my body was going to fall apart, lol.

Powder form is best, body absorbs it faster. Also good protein powders already come with Glutamine in it but usually its too low of an amount, like 2-4g so its good to add a bit more to help with muscle recovery.

[frownonfun]

Originally Posted by Kaotic Lazagna

Dude, I was stuck at 90-100, and my friend was like, try 150. So I tried it. Couldn't do it, and he told me to arch my back a little since that's what his trainer told him to do. Took a deep breath, exhaled while pushing, and I got it up. I did one set in 150, but no more. I finished another three sets with 140. Give it a try. That back thing really works, just don't arch it so much, might hurt your back. hahahaha.

hey not trying to be an ass but that trainer is an idiot. just cause positioning yourself some certain way yields better results doesn't make it the correct way. so yeah... try not to arch your back. also don't be one of those guys that puts their feet up on the bench either. yes you'll see plenty of guys way bigger than me doing it but it's still incorrect form.

[kngrsll]

www.crossfit.com

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Originally Posted by nemelek

When I was in my early 20's I was 5 10 and weighed 135-140. I did everything I could to gain weight. Now I am 52 and weigh 185. I wish I could loose 20 pounds.

Originally Posted by Aothachos

wow, i was 17 years old at 180lbs now im 18 years old at 205lbs.......i was healthy at 180lbs all of a sudden i started a new job at best buy, and down the road was taco bell, so i ate there every time i had a lunch break, that is where i gained my unhealthy 20lbs....it was horrible, that is when i started to workout again (always said once i reach 200lbs i will start to work out hardcore) and its paying off now

Originally Posted by White Yaris

you can do it kaotic. When i was 18 and 6' i weight around 160. Then had gf, work, full time student and etc. gained 215 til this year 21 still 6' and started getting myself together 4 months ago. Now 190 but going up by little and little.

I dunno, if its good idea if i did this way drink protein shake and some whole wheat english muffin every morning. I just never bored out with that breakfast idea. Im curious on everyone else ideal breakfast?

Breakfast for me is anything available. So I usually eat rice and some meat in the morning. lol.

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Originally Posted by FunctionSpec

+1 on the Glutamine. Definitely helps out a lot in muscle recovery so you feel less sore after your workouts. Sucks trying to hit the gym sore and also you take less breaks from sore muscles, lol. I went one week without Glutamine and I thought my body was going to fall apart, lol.

Powder form is best, body absorbs it faster. Also good protein powders already come with Glutamine in it but usually its too low of an amount, like 2-4g so its good to add a bit more to help with muscle recovery.

I just bought some Muscle Milk. Was told there's glutamine in it, but I don't see it in the nutritional facts????

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Originally Posted by frownonfun

hey not trying to be an ass but that trainer is an idiot. just cause positioning yourself some certain way yields better results doesn't make it the correct way. so yeah... try not to arch your back. also don't be one of those guys that puts their feet up on the bench either. yes you'll see plenty of guys way bigger than me doing it but it's still incorrect form.

hahaha, I will never put my feet up on the bench. hahaha. Yeah, don't know if it makes a difference, but my friend's trainer is from 24 Hour.

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Originally Posted by kngrsll

www.crossfit.com

I'll take a look at that later when I return. I have to go somewhere. hehe.

[johnnypaseo]

Do p90x

[Pitt Yaris]

Protein for the most part is all the same. As others said, eating is key to gaining weight, even when you're not hungry. I'd also add a lot of cardio/weight lifting unless you don't care what kind of weight you gain. I use muscle milk and nitro tech protein, but I've also used protein you find at wal mart.

[FunctionSpec]

Originally Posted by Kaotic Lazagna

I just bought some Muscle Milk. Was told there's glutamine in it, but I don't see it in the nutritional facts????

Its in part of the ingredients labeled "L-Glutamine". There should be about 3g of it. A little more goes a long way.

I like the protein from Costco by EAS. 30 bucks for a 6lb bag. Can't beat that

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Originally Posted by johnnypaseo

Do p90x

Say what?

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Originally Posted by Pitt Yaris

Protein for the most part is all the same. As others said, eating is key to gaining weight, even when you're not hungry. I'd also add a lot of cardio/weight lifting unless you don't care what kind of weight you gain. I use muscle milk and nitro tech protein, but I've also used protein you find at wal mart.

I mainly want muscle mass, and a little (I mean LITTLE) fat. hahaha.

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Originally Posted by FunctionSpec

Its in part of the ingredients labeled "L-Glutamine". There should be about 3g of it. A little more goes a long way.

I like the protein from Costco by EAS. 30 bucks for a 6lb bag. Can't beat that

Is that the one in the gray bag? I might get that next. My friend is using that (the gray bag one from Costco).

And 3g is good enough, right?

[FunctionSpec]

Its in the purple/chrome bag.

3g may be enough but it really depends on the person. If you feel really sore after your workouts, take a bit more.

[Pitt Yaris]

If you've never lifted weights, just doing that the right way can add 10-15 lbs on your frame. *If you're skinny and don't have much muscle* If you work/run around a lot, you're gonna burn a lot of calories so as I said, eat, eat, eat. Limit fast food simply because of the healthy factor and the food is just "empty calories". Also try to totally cut out soda/pop if you drink it. Drink mostly water, but realize if you're gaining weight short term, it's most likely water and you will lose it. *I learned first hand* Eat all kinds of meats, not just chicken. Being in college and not having time means make numerous meals the day before, make enough to get you through the next day if you're that limited on time. I'm dieting and I hate making the same meals every few hours from scratch so i make a bunch, put in the fridge, then microwave or eat cold later.

[Pitt Yaris]

I would also want nothing to do with a personal trainer, unless it's a friend with the knowledge helping for free. I've never understood paying a personal trainer. People can find the right diet to work for themselves and others can search the internet for proper weight lifting routines.

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Hehehe, I'm getting advice from a friend who has a personal trainer, but frown doesn't think he's teaching my friend the right things.

I've gained 3lbs since I started, but I'm thinking most of that is at my thighs and legs. hahahaha. But yeah, I'll probably do what you said and just cook more than just one meal. Thanks

[PETERPOOP]

Originally Posted by Pitt Yaris

If you've never lifted weights, just doing that the right way can add 10-15 lbs on your frame.

So true. The worst is when you hit a plateau