sugashana

Well it doesn't really matter anymore... I don't have any more questions.

Untrue...

Oh it's been a bit of a roller coaster, but the way he has handled conflict thus far has spoken volumes of his character. I'm doing my best this time around to judge more on actions than words, cuz I'm a sucker for a sweet talker.

This guy is really walkin the talk and gaining my admiration.

i agree with you Gutz. i just finished my workout and my body is feeling quite relaxed and happy. it feels pretty good.

 

25 reps is high!? wow. reps are how many things you do per set?

Correct

I usually train one to two muscle groups at a time and usually have a total of 9-12 sets. That is a general rule of thumb to keep you from overtraining a specific muscle group. By then if you lift with intensity, glycogen stores will be low and ATP production will slow to a hault so anything past that for muscle growth is futile.

Thank you

Good question... Hmmm... Well, I go out to visit him in a couple weeks so it will kind of be the make or break.

And we're back together...

LMAO

ok thanks. isnt 3 sets of 10 reps low then? maybe not if you have a really heavy weight, but then you dont even get a work out. maybe im wrong.

 

i usually do 2 sets of 25 reps. 2 sets of 50 reps for pushups and situps, unless i use the home gym at my house wich is a usual, then i do the former using 50 pounds. for lat pull down i do that twice, one for hands facing me, one for hands facing away. i also do 50 pounds for chest press, and leg extensions.

i also do the one where i grab the side things and i push them in closer together wich works my lower shoulder connecting into my chest.{it doesnt say the real name for it sorry} with 30 pounds. 2 sets of 25 reps for all of those.

plus swim team for 2 hours. oh ya. im pretty sore right now.

 

is this a good workout? is there something i should add in here?

thankyou.

Mass building sets are around 6-8 reps.

10 is usually the standard if you are just speaking in general terms.

Sounds like you're doing some highly aerobic endurance training which is detrimental to actual muscle growth. If your goal isn't to gain mass, then that workout is just fine...

Generally speaking 25 reps is very high..

smart ass

Well, relationship terminated... Lock thread;)

Wow, you guys are assholes GTFO!

I am 25 actually, a year younger than you, but obviously more experienced with good relationships because I don't take crap from people. I've had a tough life, I've gone through hell most people would be scarred for life. I am being harsh because that's what you need. READ what you are typing...SERIOUSLY I'll point out the main points.

 

You just met the man. He's twice your age, he's the first guy to really treat you nicely in a while, something you want, and you want that to be enough...which it is obvious is not or you wouldn't keep coming back now would you? He has a drinking problem, everyone has problems, he's asked you to marry him...out of love or desperation.

 

Define love, because I certainly don't see it as you state it. Two people who have been through thick and thin for along time together and still can say that they truely love each other...Thats LOVE. I am giving you high-school advice because you have puppy love my dear.

 

Your inference is mis-placed. I am just good at judging people so I give them advice as I see it. You don't have to take it! I don't think you possible have the ability to see through this rationally so I am giving it to you as straight as possible.

 

Sorry! I wish i could say it nicer, but nicer isn not going to help him or you.I generally care because you could both be ruining your lives...You need to really look at your situation for what it is...if you do, you might find that you are coming to the same conclusion I am.

Thank you for your response. Incase you missed it, I walked away.

The only thing you're off base with is, I don't love him.

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I love him as a person, but not the kind of love that you need to be with someone. Does that make sense?

That is awesome! Stay natural...

MMA huh...

You know Ken Shamrock, Chris Leben, Sean Sherk, Hermes Franca all got suspended and tested positive for steroid use right?

And those are just a few that got caught.

I'm not trying to advocate or discourage, I'm just trying to be real with you.

I just want you to know that they're out there and you might be up against someone who is on steroids. I wish you the best of luck...

Until then... Better up your protein intake;)

xoxo Shana

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what exactly are reps? repitions, i think, but does that just mean that you repeat the same exerscize multiple times after something else?

Usually you have a standard amount of repetitions per exercise set.

Reps are exactly that- Repetative motion.

Set-amount of reps done consecutively.

Does that make sense? example:

So you might do 3 sets @ 10 reps on the bench press. Resting anywhere from 30 seconds to 2 minutes in between for recovery.

So, he scared me away, it's done, its over... Walkin away, we're just friends.

Chapter two....

Sweet thanks Mokele. Don't know where my genetics lie...but o far I've been gaining pretty well. My brother has good genetics for it too so maybe....seems like he got more from my fatherside, where I got from my mother's side...highly intelligent family...but rich and probably not very active...I don't seem to follow that....hopefully that part I get from my father!

 

And suga I ralther not do steroids or anything like that. The most I'll do is take a protien shake after a workout. I think I'll start doing. I don't want to be arnold just like van damme -ish. If I can achieve that I should be in good shape to get into MMA then.

 

I'll need ridiculous strength with my back issues.

You gotta feed your muscles.. There are some amazing legal supplements out there if you wanna do your research:)

I hate to break it to ya but, Van Damme (juice), Stalone's last movie and all the rocky's and rambo's before that? (juice), Mickey Rourke "the wrestler" (juice).

There's a documentary you should check out. It's called Bigger Stronger Faster. Chris Bell (the filmmaker) is a friend of mine.

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I commend you for being natural. I am as well, but I'm just trying to be realistic. There are more people on steroids than you think. Plus with all the new aging clinics popping up, doctors are prescribing GH and Testosterone as Hormone Replacement Therapy Legally.

So, you might be seein some pretty lean and mean old dudes in your gym in the coming years:)

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It was a joke... Sorry, I will not mention it next time.

I'm not fake btw...

FFS! Look, I post on other boards. I'm more of the fitness type so I post on fitness and nutrition boards.

I was just looking for some insight from a different crowd, I'm sorry if you think it's lame. If you think that, then don't respond.

He's a kind genuine man. He made 2 undetectable designer steroids for BALCO before they went down in 2007. He did his time and now he has a legitimate company and works very hard at designing supplements.

He drinks because it's how he manages his stress (not saying it's right or wrong) but he's still being harassed and investigated by the DEA. For some reason they have picked him out and want to make an example of him. They recently raided his lab and seized everything. At any time they can find some sort of bullshit reason to lock him up.

They accuse him of spiking supplements with andro.(the once legal steroid Mark McGuire used to hit all those home runs)

Obviously if it were true he'd be back in prison. I asked him to stop drinking and he did. Then we broke up and he started again.

Did you know that congress spent more time debating steroids in 2007 than they did on Health Care, and why the levies broke in New Orleans.

I love him, he'd do anything for me and I'd stand by him. My only dilemma or the thing that I question is if I'm ready to settle down. And you all are right that's my decision to make.

So don't hate if I'm not posting about wtf mitochondria's role is in mRNA.

Shit, there's more to life than that.

Anyway, that's my rant. I just thought I'd share. I'm torn because I date dickheads normally with no formal education so I'm trying to give him a shot...

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1. If youve been around any girls in your life, you know as well as I do that they dont go aruond talking about how hot they are and what big boobs they have...even the pretty stupid ones arent that stupid.

 

2. Its just weird to go along with it, thats why.

Not true. It's called confidence sir

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When I start school again this fall maybe I'll throw up a couple problems and look for some help;)

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Women are pathetic....

"I don't know why I fall for losers"

then

"I know he drinks heavily, but I feel bad for him"

 

It's not going to work get over it!

 

(sorry I am usually sympathic but that doesn't work, they just go back to making stupid decisions)

You must be like 18

Use a pre digested Whey Isolate that is low in sugar. Optimum Nutrition makes a decent one that is relatively inexpensive or try Gaspari Whey. If Whey upsets your tummy look for a good Casein Protein.

Don't be afraid of supplements. The studies on creatine are hit and mis. Try a creatine supplement mixed with NO2 for a good blast. Also if you're not getting enough protein, stay up on those amino acids post workout.

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My brother is one of those overbearing people that constantly talk about how "huge" he is. He doesn't do much more than me. Lower reps with a bit higher weight...it's kind ridiculousness.

 

He takes like nano vapour and all that shit...

 

I don't want to take that...the most I will do is make a protein shake for myself, if anyone could tell me what would be a good shake to use AND

 

How does muscles exactly work? How do they grow, how do the rip, heal, how can I get the maximum strength per mass.

 

You're brother is smart if you're trying to put on size. Look up High Intensity Training. You have to stretch (rip/hypertrophy) the muscle fascia to a point where it actually has to repair itself. Or else you will never get over that 200lb bench bud... Sorry. If you want some links to some good workouts lemme know;)

Sex is good!!!

Hey guys, just a quick update... It's been a little rough. I can't really decide if I want to commit. He's older and ready, and I'm not sure I am.

Hmmm

I can't judge because I have my own problems, but he drinks excessively and I worry about him.

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I understand why he drinks, it just breaks my heart:(

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I broke his heart when I told him maybe we should just try and be friends for a bit, but I feel really bad about it:(

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He asked me to marry him. I haven't answered yet.

is "he" still the chemistry guy?

 

i thought you guys broke up?

For like 30 seconds. Lol

He is a big dork, but his heart is so special and soooo sweet... I just love him!!!

We haven't been intimate yet... We're waiting. I think he may be the guy...

We both have our strengths. Even though he's older I have a little more street smarts combined with my chemistry knowledge. After being a dancer for 4 years, I'm not afraid to tell someone to F off or a shotty deal is a shotty deal. He's a little more reserved but still very masculine.

Love it!!!

We just broke up:( He's in Illinois and I don't want to move. Plust I have to move to Arizona for the summer. I could move to Illinois and finish my other degree there... **shrug** but he's stressed building a new company and I don't exactly have my sheeiit together either.

Bummer, now I'm wondering if I made the right decision. However, I know I'm the most important thing in my life and need to take care of myself first.

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Wait, wait, wait... We're talking.

I know he's the absolute best but for some reason I'm still drawn to assholes.

He is a little older:confused:

I'm in the sciences, but yes... More of the medical field.