the GAINS thread

[Lune]

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

So I went on the day hike for the South Sister yesterday (one of the Three Sisters volcanic peaks in Oregon). It's safe to say I was kind of an idiot for not wearing more dynamic hiking gear -- stuff that isn't too hot but can defend against wind chill. Pretty chilly on the summit for what I was wearing.

Other than things went fairly well. 6-7 miles doesn't sound like a lot, but when it's straight up gravel and steep hills it takes awhile.

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Fucking hell I miss the pacific northwest

[Cecily]

That view looks amazing. Take some other shots? Super jealous of west coast hiking.

[Patriam1066]

Why is looking homeless a popular millennial appearance

Thoughts and prayers. It does look like a fun hike though!

[Cecily]

Our generation cannot afford to be garbed resplendently in only the finest volcano hiking silks as was the lot of our forefathers.

[Vheran]

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?

[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.

[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.

[ScaringChildren]

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[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.