[skarlorn]

Originally Posted by Vheran [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

had to pause the 5x5 for awhile because i go to my university gym and its full open to close with freshmen who are motivated/want to increase their chances of getting some strange for the first time in their lives.

instead been doing HIIT in my garage with just dumbells and hitting the bag, really focusing on my foot work to increase that cardio (and also because it's important for stand up). it's a total 180 from only lifting and running but i feel my metabolism increasing. I will say though I got up to about 160 (i'm 5'11") doing the 5x5; but the creator's insisting of NO cardio just doesn't mesh with me because I absolutely love running and high intensity with no rest. I get the endorphin release, i get the metabolism, and the minutia gains that are good for long term health and injury avoidance. however, i'd still like to get bigger and not drop lifting entirely. so we'll see.

I also think i am scared to commit to heavy lifting because I dont know a good regimen that incorporates running. last time I really committed, I got up to 170/175 (lean, biggest i've ever been in my life), but totally BOMBED my run on my PT test for the first time ever because I cut running out and didn't know how to carry my new weight.

Maybe i should just be happy with skinny fit and not worry about getting bigger?

just pick a goal and achieve it. then alternate. do you care more about cardio or gains? do that first for a cycle, then up the other one.