diet /lifting weights

[ca_bigdaddy]

just to let you know I have been banging weights for years... Hear is some advice looking back on things... stay at about 80% of your max lift... do not try to be a hero with a one rep max lift ..... it will wear your joints out over the years stay at 80% of you max and work with the weights... over time as you get stronger increase the weight.... also berak up the work out every once in a while with a lighter weight using slow controlled movements.... also work your abs every work out this will maintain the strength in your mid section so it will be able to handle those 500 lb squats..... the advice everyone is giving you is correct lower your carbs increase your protein and veggies..... also remember do not give up it takes time to get huge like me....

 

[happyvac]

I remember reading somewhere that doing weight-lifting/cardio during the same workout is counter-productive as somehow the chemicals produce do not interact well.
Anyone know if there's any truth to this? Nowadays I alternate running strength training every day.

 

[natemd]

I know its easier if you are trying to bulk up and gain muscle to not do any cardio at all for a while so every calorie consumed goes towards muscle regeneration. However after a couple months of this you have a couple extra lbs. to lose through diet and cardio. I have always found this way much more rewarding though because the results seem to be better for me.

 

[geridoc]

Originally Posted by stdreb27
I'm on a straight beer and bbq diet and I'm as healthy as a horse.

These guys Not me seem to know what they are talking about.
The problem is that horses only live to be 25 years old.

On a more serious note, I see that many people are recommending lots of water, which is incorrect. Several years ago the Food and Drug Administration seemed to recommend 8 glasses of water for good health. However, if you read their original statement, it said that you do need 8 glasses of water every day, but that your body makes 4-6 glasses of water from the food you eat, so you don't really need to drink anywhere near 8 glasses of day. If you work out, just be sure to drink enough to feel comfortable and you will be adequately hydrated.

 

[natemd]

To build on that too, if you are working out a lot and sweating a lot, plus drinking a lot of water you run the risk of lowering your sodium levels too low. Which can lead to cramps. So if you work out a lot I recommend a gatorade or something along those lines.