the GAINS thread

[ScaringChildren]

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[Mead]

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?

There's lots of good info out there for people looking to run and lift heavy. It's definitely possible. It just takes the right lifting/running regimen and most importantly diet.

[skarlorn]

stitches OUT the finger on Saturday. Went to Kendo yesterday. Kendo is basically becoming the main reason i do not end life or turn into a total piece of shit. some of us have wives, others have teh blade

*pushes up glasses autistically*

i'm curling 35 lbs now. i bought a couple of weights and i have them here, next to my desk, so i do a lot more arm exercises praise the lord.

can't awit for my first real chest day in 2 weeks

[Cecily]

I'm glad your hand is getting better. Unname me.

[Cecily]

+2.6 mi....

Trying to figure out what type of cardio routine would work best for me. Low intensity steady state (LISS) is what I generally do and that works, but it's prone to plateaus and is extremely time consuming. I generally do like a 40-60 min walk 5-7x a week.

High intensity interval training (HIIT) is the other thing I'm looking at. Can get more of a work out in less time. It's also really good for mobilizing fat. HIIT followed by LISS is what I'm going to try to do with the goal of losing as much mass as possible (muscle+fat). The only alternative for that outcome I'm aware of is more LISS and that's getting old.

Upper body muscle is what I'm trying to target, so I'll be doing be lower body strength training to counteract that.

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Theoretical Exercise plan

Coffee then->

"Stationary Bike
Warm up for 3-5 minutes: I usually have the resistance at a medium level so if its on a 1-20 scale I keep my warm-up and recovery time at around 10-12. When it comes time to do the intense interval, I bump it up to 15-18.

30 seconds high intensity, 1 minute low intensity (repeat 4 times)
40 seconds high intensity, 1 minute low intensity (repeat 4 times)
30 seconds high intensity, 1 minute low intensity (repeat 4 times)"

Followed by 30 mins walking. Do that 3x a week.

Body weight exercises 2x a week: Squats, leg lifts, reverse leg lifts, side lunges.
4-5 sets of 10 each.

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That shouldn't kill me, right?

[ScaringChildren]

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

*snorTs EverQueST*

[bigjeff100]

Bump... Haha get it? Bump? Ziiiiiiiing!

[ScaringChildren]

Originally Posted by bigjeff100 [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Bump... Haha get it? Bump? Ziiiiiiiing!

I wonder what the EQ equivalent of a bump would be?

Like hopping on a necro and killing a couple hill giants and then logging off?

[skarlorn]

M'Ladies and gentleElves,

About a year ago, I was going thru a second surgery. I was out of money, barely able to work in between surgeries, and had gone down to 150 lbs. Since then, I've gone up to 195, made strides as a business partner, and acquired enough currency to make the down payment on a house. I didn't get addicted to opiates. I drink only a small amount. I'm getting my dick wet when I want to.

Some days, I wake up and experience bleakness. I worry I've wasted my life and am critical about life choices I made in my youth. It's important to measure your incremental GAINS to offset the cacophony of existential dread that lurks beneath the surface. The meaning you make in life is what pulls you through the suffering and enriches the moments of joy.

Physically, mentally, and materially, I am doing better than I could have dreamed 365 days ago.

Thanks for participating in the GAINS thread. I love this thread and I love hearing about other ELVES being healthy and strong.

Here is my pic from this morning.

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Excuse the mess Jordan Peterson, I'm just pulling out of a 2 week weed binge.

[bigjeff100]

Oh whaaaat! Skarlorn in the house. We doin morning photos? BOOM! Tuesday chest day up in this piece. Aint no shame in my game! We need more photos of results, and current status. Common we all fam.

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