Topic: Question about nutrition/working out
Anonymous A started this discussion 15 years ago #2,371
I started going to the gym this week. I got an instructor to make me a routine (lots of weight training, some cardio and other shit), there are exercises for my entire body. I will be going there and completing my routine 3-4 times a week. 45 minutes after the workout, I drink whey protein (it contains 20 grams of pure protein total) and eat a banana (high glycemic carb).So far as my diet, I will increase my protein intake (and lower my fat intake) as best I can. I will also take a 30-60 minute walk every day.
Is this enough to significantly increase my strength and muscle mass/definition, bearing in mind that I am currently getting no regular exercise? Are there any changes I can make to improve results?
Leo Vegas !gNoGoD5HzQ joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 9 minutes later[^] [v] #43,879
Drink skim milk. Buy those EAS shakes they have like 17g of protein per shake and are not too bad in flavor. Sounds like you are doing the right stuff. Oh yeah get a bottle of centrum multi vitamin, vitamin c 1000mg, and super b-12 complex. Those three will cost less than the vitamins you will find at gnc. Take those three vitamins every morning.
Anonymous A (OP) replied with this 15 years ago, 20 minutes later, 29 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #43,913
@previous (Leo Vegas !gNoGoD5HzQ)
> centrum multi vitamin, vitamin c 1000mg, and super b-12 complex
What are these for? Metabolism?
> centrum multi vitamin, vitamin c 1000mg, and super b-12 complex
What are these for? Metabolism?
Nega !34Kas0OdzM joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 19 minutes later, 49 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #43,938
That all sounds very, very vague.
I need more details.
I need more details.
Anonymous A (OP) replied with this 15 years ago, 55 seconds later, 50 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #43,940
Nega !34Kas0OdzM replied with this 15 years ago, 1 minute later, 51 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #43,941
The exercises you will do for a start.
Also
> 45 minutes after the workout
Drink it before, and it will enter your bloodstream at the right time.
Also
> 45 minutes after the workout
Drink it before, and it will enter your bloodstream at the right time.
Anonymous A (OP) replied with this 15 years ago, 18 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #43,965
@previous (Nega !34Kas0OdzM)
> The exercises you will do for a start.
I'm confident that the exercises are sufficient. (I trust my trainer more than advice from the internet.) I am just asking for help with nutrition here.
> Drink it before, and it will enter your bloodstream at the right time.
Hmmm... I read that there is a 1-2 hour window of opportunity (the length of which depends on metabolism speed and body weight) after a workout session where protein should be consumed while the muscles are recovering. I haven't ever read that protein during a workout session is beneficial.
> The exercises you will do for a start.
I'm confident that the exercises are sufficient. (I trust my trainer more than advice from the internet.) I am just asking for help with nutrition here.
> Drink it before, and it will enter your bloodstream at the right time.
Hmmm... I read that there is a 1-2 hour window of opportunity (the length of which depends on metabolism speed and body weight) after a workout session where protein should be consumed while the muscles are recovering. I haven't ever read that protein during a workout session is beneficial.
Nega !34Kas0OdzM replied with this 15 years ago, 6 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #43,972
Oh, I see your situation clearly now.What is your goal body?
Like on the left, leaner or bigger?
Casein which is contained in cottage cheese will help your body regenerate while you sleep.
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Anonymous A (OP) replied with this 15 years ago, 15 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #43,986
@previous (Nega !34Kas0OdzM)> What is your goal body?
To have huge arms and a leaner body. I'm not keen on working useless muscles like abs. Something like this.
AC !tyLmN8C16E joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 12 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #43,996
Nega !34Kas0OdzM replied with this 15 years ago, 3 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #44,000
@43,986 (A)
> useless
Son, you still have a lot to learn... :]
Hhm, that's builtfat essentially.
> useless
Son, you still have a lot to learn... :]
Hhm, that's builtfat essentially.
(Edited 1 minute later.)
Leo Vegas !gNoGoD5HzQ replied with this 15 years ago, 2 hours later, 3 hours after the original post[^] [v] #44,083
@43,913 (A)
> > centrum multi vitamin, vitamin c 1000mg, and super b-12 complex
>
> What are these for? Metabolism?
They help with nutrition. Also drink a gallon of water a day. Not all at once obviously but throughout the day.
> > centrum multi vitamin, vitamin c 1000mg, and super b-12 complex
>
> What are these for? Metabolism?
They help with nutrition. Also drink a gallon of water a day. Not all at once obviously but throughout the day.
Nega !34Kas0OdzM joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 3 days later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #47,608
Also, this; http://www.simplyshredded.com/the-bodybuilding-bible-a-complete-list-of-63-rules-to-grow-by.html
I luv simplyshredded. :D
I luv simplyshredded. :D
jump !VIfloDyEYo joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 15 hours later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #48,359
@43,965 (A)
Lol. Trainers are notorious for being terrible.
What does he have you doing? Are you using machines for weight training or free weights?
Because machines are shit. If you are squatting on a smith machine, you are doing it wrong as well.
Also, you don't want to wait 45 minutes to have your protein shake. You want to saturate those muskles ASAP.
Can you give details on your fitness level and what you are doing for strength training (your actual routine)? Cardio doesn't matter cause any is fine if you do it consistantly.
Lol. Trainers are notorious for being terrible.
What does he have you doing? Are you using machines for weight training or free weights?
Because machines are shit. If you are squatting on a smith machine, you are doing it wrong as well.
Also, you don't want to wait 45 minutes to have your protein shake. You want to saturate those muskles ASAP.
Can you give details on your fitness level and what you are doing for strength training (your actual routine)? Cardio doesn't matter cause any is fine if you do it consistantly.