Bighara Posted August 11, 2017 Report Share Posted August 11, 2017 After watching their episodes for the program on their Youtube channel, I went ahead and ordered the Dudes' most recent 12 week program book. I've lifted as a supplement to other programs (martial arts, etc.) off and on for years, but I felt I really needed a plan this time. Despite (or because of) their goofiness, I like the Buff Dudes' channel. I also like how they really walk the walk and don't ignore things like nutrition and cardio. I'm nearly through Phase 1, Week 1 (four phases, 3 weeks each). Besides some serious lower back DOMS after deadlifts early in the week, it's been great. I am hoping to trade some fat for LMM. Has anyone else tried one of their programs? Quote Link to comment
Roamer Posted August 12, 2017 Report Share Posted August 12, 2017 I am a HUGE fan of these guys. Brandon and Hudson are the reason I picked up weights again. A lot of the habits I have in weightlifting game specifically from them and I have not been disappointed with the results. I never actually ordered the 12 week program, but I have watched almost all of the videos in regards to weight lifting and I have created my own plan based off of that. Plus their cooking segments are amazing - I still make peanut butter protein cookies to this day! lol If anyone else has never heard of them I'd highly recommend looking into them. Good guys with good advice - that's a great synopsis for them. 1 Quote I'm training to be (like) Batman physically, mentally, and financially. Link to comment
Bighara Posted August 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 I just did a variation of their slow cooker chicken this week for FOOD PREP SUNDAY!! (Italian vs Tex-Mex) https://foodheating.blogspot.com/2017/08/food-prep-sunday-pt-1.html 1 Quote Link to comment
Bighara Posted August 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2017 So I'm starting week 2 of phase 1. The biggest issue I am having is time. The workouts are solid, but I'm trying to do these at work's health center and taking a long break is not always feasible. For instance, today's workout was a total of 23 sets, with 60 seconds rest time between sets. Add in a few minutes mobility warmups, changing the weight plates, and then a bit of post-stretching, that's close to an hour. Add in changing/shower times and you're pushing 90 minutes. I've decided to skip the cardio and abs as part of the workouts because I get a lot of that at martial arts classes 2+/week. 1 Quote Link to comment
Bighara Posted August 16, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 16, 2017 I went too heavy -and with bad form- on some T-bar rows and my lower back is definitely unhappy. Yesterday was icepacks and ibuprofen. It will probably be tomorrow before I work out again. I think I may need to modify a few of the exercises until I can improve some hip mobility and hamstring flexibility. Quote Link to comment
Bighara Posted August 19, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 It's Saturday and I finally did W2D2. Monday was when I hurt my back. Bad form and letting your ego choose the weight have got to be two of the biggest reasons folks get hurt and lose time lifting. Quote Link to comment
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