Batwoman Posted April 24, 2014 Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 I'm a time traveler, but I can only go one way and only a second at a time. Link to comment
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AshPS Posted April 25, 2014 Report Share Posted April 25, 2014 Wow, it has been forever since I saw that movie. Will have to watch it again! Level 6 Pixie Assassin Rangerish Adventurer Current Challenge: Guess What?? Previous Challenges: Spoiler 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 12th 13th 14th Battle Log -We can't always change the things we've done, but we can change what we do next. -I don't have a choice. I deserve a better life and this is what I have to do to get there. -Whatever doesn't kill me....Had better start running. Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2014 Wow, it has been forever since I saw that movie. Will have to watch it again! Yeah it's a good one. Easy to forgot since it's been a long time but still holds up. Thursday Update: Got home and watched the boy. He was still fussy but doing better. He slept well last night and mom got to sleep better as well. We had pizza (Ham, Pineapple, Bacon) last night and some gelato (Talenti) because the wife wanted it. I didn't argue, I actually got the gelato on a whim as I walked through the store to get more tylenol for the boy. I figured it'd make her happy (it did). Did pushups for the boy, for some reason they intrigue him. I'll be going to the gym today. 1 Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
Batwoman Posted April 25, 2014 Report Share Posted April 25, 2014 I'm not comparing my dog to your child, but my dog is forever fascinated by push-ups and sit ups... or she just thinks it is a signal to start playing. I'm a time traveler, but I can only go one way and only a second at a time. Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2014 Trust me, I wouldn't take offense to that. I love dogs. Mine just want to play if I do pushups, and mainly lick my face. 1 Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
Bouldersnap Posted April 27, 2014 Report Share Posted April 27, 2014 If I get anywhere near ground level I become target practice for my dogs. I need to be in a room they are not in to do pushups LOL Race: Kender Class: Warrior Level:7 STR:25 | DEX:5 | STA:9 | CON:13 | WIS:17 | CHA:14 Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2014 If I get anywhere near ground level I become target practice for my dogs. I need to be in a room they are not in to do pushups LOL Yeah same here. Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2014 Alex's Weekend Roundup!! Friday 4/25: Slow day at work. Pretty much waiting to go to the gym. I need to use this time to be more productive in learning new things. But the internet is so shiny..... Delayed Upper Body Workout from Thursday: Barbell Bench Press45 lb x 10 reps4395 lb x 5 reps51115 lb x 5 reps59150 lb x 5 reps74150 lb x 5 reps74150 lb x 5 reps74150 lb x 5 reps74150 lb x 5 reps74Arnold Dumbbell Press25 lb x 10 reps3930 lb x 10 reps4030 lb x 10 reps4030 lb x 10 reps4040 lb x 5 reps (PR)36Bent Over Barbell Row45 lb x 10 reps2365 lb x 5 reps23100 lb x 10 reps34100 lb x 10 reps34100 lb x 8 reps33100 lb x 6 reps31Dips - Chest Version5 reps | assisted | 64 lb85 reps | assisted | 28 lb (PR)175 reps | assisted | 34 lb155 reps | assisted | 34 lb155 reps | assisted | 34 lb155 reps | assisted | 34 lb15Wide-Grip Lat Pulldown50 lb x 10 reps21120 lb x 10 reps35120 lb x 10 reps35120 lb x 10 reps35Hammer Dumbbell Curl25 lb x 10 reps1825 lb x 10 reps1830 lb x 5 reps1630 lb x 5 reps16Dumbbell Bicep Curl30 lb x 10 reps2830 lb x 6 reps2530 lb x 7 reps2730 lb x 7 reps Damn good workout. Felt like a boss. Then lost all my gains with sprints. 1min on / 2 min off - 3 times at 6.5mph & 4deg incline and 4 times at 7.5mph & 4 deg incline. Saturday: 4/26: Delayed Lower Body Workout from Friday: Barbell Squat45 lb x 5 reps3695 lb x 5 reps50135 lb x 5 reps66155 lb x 5 reps75155 lb x 5 reps75155 lb x 5 reps75155 lb x 5 reps75155 lb x 5 reps75Romanian Deadlift45 lb x 10 reps3395 lb x 10 reps46155 lb x 10 reps70155 lb x 5 reps59155 lb x 10 reps70155 lb x 6 reps63Leg Press200 lb x 10 reps27200 lb x 10 reps27200 lb x 10 reps27Leg Extensions50 lb x 10 reps1090 lb x 10 reps1490 lb x 10 reps1490 lb x 10 reps14Seated Leg Curl80 lb x 10 reps13140 lb x 10 reps20140 lb x 10 reps20140 lb x 10 reps20Standing Calf Raise15 reps | weighted | 200 lb1115 reps | weighted | 200 lb1110 reps | weighted | 200 lb710 reps | weighted | 200 lbTough doing this in the morning but once I got going it was good. Squats are getting hard but when I'm benching near what I'm squatting there's a problem. I can't decide if it's because I have to move my heavy butt up and down that are keeping these numbers low or its because of form or what. Nothing really hurts aside from my left hip flexor being sore. Depth isn't the problem. I don't know. Just keep squatting. Also went to a local german deli for sandwiches. I always get the MAX. Turkey, Pastrami, and Salami on a homemade roll with lettuce tomato onion. Usually comes in hot, this Facebook picture doesn't do it justice. Usually has more turkey. All the meats are hand cured, no preservatives,etc. They're also a BYOB establishment if so inclined. I love this sandwich. I could eat three and die happy. Giant picture is giant. SUNDAY 4/27: EAT ALL THE THINGS. Breakfast - 5 eggs, small white sweet potatoLunch - Natural PB, Honey Sandwich w/ BROtein ShakeDinner - 5 guys Bacon Burger with half order cajun fries. Also saw Cpt America 2. Not bad, not better than Avengers as some people claim. 1 Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
wildross Posted April 28, 2014 Report Share Posted April 28, 2014 If I get anywhere near ground level I become target practice for my dogs. I need to be in a room they are not in to do pushups LOLThe cat gets me... Warriors don't count reps and sets. They count tons. My psychologist weighs 45 pounds, has an iron soul and sits on the end of a bar Tally Sheet for 2019 Encouragement for older members: Chronologically Blessed Group; Encouragement for newbie lifters: When we were weaker Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2014 Ugh...cats. I do not like them, Sam, I Am. Week 2 Closing Thoughts: Eat more food. Seriously. Eating under 2500 kcal, gave me near zero energy throughout the day. I wasn't overly sore, but just awfully tired. SO I'm seriously considering upping calories even more. More carbs, as I get plenty of protein and good fats from eggs and meats (though fish oil should be had). I've added eating a banana after my workout. That helps. Took some measurements this weekend (Saturday) with my new slimline calipers. Got some surprising numbers, until I plug them in the calculator and it spits out 18% body fat. I wish. Tape shows the waist at belly button is 39.25" which is good. I think I was at 40.25" at start of challenge. The kicker is my cheat number (pulled in as tight as possible, while flexed) is 32.75". At start of challenge I was at 34". Down 1.25". And I've noticed it, need to add another hole to belt. I've also noticed the change in my arms. They're not bigger per say but the muscle definition is there. Never make a fun of a bro for doing curls. So body fat is coming off (slowly) and muscle is being grown. Weight has been the same, 205-206lbs. My legs are getting sweet, you can call me Quad-zilla! Any ways, more cals needed. Maybe I'll start "bulking". Also, home gym being built on paper. I spend 3 hrs a day, going to and at the gym. That's too much time away from my family. My gym is fairly cheap, 33 bucks a month. Open everyday, all day except weekends. It's a good price. But between driving and time there, the sacrifice of time with family is getting too great. Plus school starts soon, even more time not being with family. 1 Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
Mad Hatter Posted April 28, 2014 Report Share Posted April 28, 2014 Nice work Quadzilla! RAWR! Link to comment
Batwoman Posted April 28, 2014 Report Share Posted April 28, 2014 Do you have space for the gym or would you have to build a new structure onto/outside of the house? I'm very interested in home-improvement/awesomeness-advancement projects. I'm a time traveler, but I can only go one way and only a second at a time. Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2014 Nice work Quadzilla! RAWR! Thanks! Do you have space for the gym or would you have to build a new structure onto/outside of the house? I'm very interested in home-improvement/awesomeness-advancement projects. It would have to go in the garage. My truck barely fits in there, so I normally forgo it going in. I should be able to fit a rack in a corner if I reconfigure my work benches. It'll be hot as balls in the summer, but sacrifices must be made. Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
Guzzi Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 LOVE the t-shirt man! I gotta go get me one of those! Very nice workout too btw. *thumbs up* Make Life Rue The Day Turning back the clock Recipe book 14 Life is far too short to take seriously Link to comment
trendywendypdx Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 Having a gym in close proximity to me (read: across the courtyard) is key to my success. I go twice a day which would be prohibitive otherwise. Is Hot Lifting a thing yet? level 6 ranger Current Challenge Fifth | Fourth | Third | Second | First Battle Log Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 LOVE the t-shirt man! I gotta go get me one of those! Very nice workout too btw. *thumbs up* Thanks, that shirt is awesome! I want one too, unfortunately money is better spent on things other than $20 shirts. Having a gym in close proximity to me (read: across the courtyard) is key to my success. I go twice a day which would be prohibitive otherwise. Is Hot Lifting a thing yet? Very lucky indeed. It's just a huge time sacrifice to go but very worth it in the long run. Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 Monday 4/28: It's already week 3? So much to do, so little time. Anyways, workout last night. Went fairly well. OHP is hard, but I managed. Need to fix a left shoulder issue. I'm using my shoulder to lift the dumbbell and essentially cheating my bicep, but it's also putting extra strain on my left deltoids and trap. It hurts. Nothing rubbing it won't fix. Pushups probably don't help. Standing Barbell Shoulder Press (OHP)45 lb x 15 reps6165 lb x 5 reps56100 lb x 5 reps71100 lb x 5 reps (PR)71100 lb x 4 reps65100 lb x 2 reps48100 lb x 3 reps57100 lb x 2 reps48Bent Over Barbell Row45 lb x 10 reps2365 lb x 5 reps23100 lb x 10 reps34100 lb x 10 reps34100 lb x 6 reps31Dips - Chest Version5 reps | assisted | 64 lb85 reps | assisted | 28 lb175 reps | assisted | 28 lb175 reps | assisted | 28 lb175 reps | assisted | 28 lb175 reps | assisted | 28 lb17Barbell Incline Bench Press45 lb x 10 reps4365 lb x 10 reps4995 lb x 10 reps6095 lb x 10 reps (PR)6095 lb x 5 reps51Wide-Grip Lat Pulldown80 lb x 10 reps26110 lb x 10 reps32110 lb x 10 reps32110 lb x 10 reps32Hammer Dumbbell Curl30 lb x 10 reps1930 lb x 5 reps1625 lb x 5 reps1530 lb x 5 reps1630 lb x 5 reps16Dumbbell Bicep Curl30 lb x 10 reps2830 lb x 10 reps2830 lb x 5 reps2430 lb x 5 reps Sprints suck. 3 at 6.5 mph & 4 degree incline and 3 at 7.5 mph & 4 degree incline. Did 21 pushups before and after. Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
trendywendypdx Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 What does the incline add to the equation (when you're doing sprints)? I've been doing mine at level and hadn't considered adding an incline before. Perhaps to mimic running on the road? level 6 ranger Current Challenge Fifth | Fourth | Third | Second | First Battle Log Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 What does the incline add to the equation (when you're doing sprints)? I've been doing mine at level and hadn't considered adding an incline before. Perhaps to mimic running on the road? It definitely works the calves more and it's harder to run as fast. I don't know what it adds over that. The treadmill just does it as part of the program. I can change it if I like, but I've had no issues with it. Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
AshPS Posted April 30, 2014 Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 SUNDAY 4/27: EAT ALL THE THINGS. Breakfast - 5 eggs, small white sweet potatoLunch - Natural PB, Honey Sandwich w/ BROtein ShakeDinner - 5 guys Bacon Burger with half order cajun fries. I had NO IDEA there were white sweet potatoes! Do they taste the same as regular sweet potatoes? And no worries about it being week 3 Alex, you are doing FABULOUS! Have a wonderful Wednesday! Level 6 Pixie Assassin Rangerish Adventurer Current Challenge: Guess What?? Previous Challenges: Spoiler 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 12th 13th 14th Battle Log -We can't always change the things we've done, but we can change what we do next. -I don't have a choice. I deserve a better life and this is what I have to do to get there. -Whatever doesn't kill me....Had better start running. Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 I had NO IDEA there were white sweet potatoes! Do they taste the same as regular sweet potatoes? And no worries about it being week 3 Alex, you are doing FABULOUS! Have a wonderful Wednesday! Oh yes, there are plenty out there. The orange fleshed garnet and jewell "yams" are the most common sweet potato, but there are white flesh ones (called sweet potatoes) from here and japan. They're sweeter than the orange ones. Consistency like a regular potato, and a higher glycemic index than the orange ones. I'd really like to try purple Okinawan Sweet potatoes since they have more anti oxidents. I've found that I like the orange "yams" better than the whites. Oh, I'm not worried about the week number, just surprised how fast time flies!! 1 Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
cline Posted April 30, 2014 Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 I like a yam best. I AM going the distance 'Cause all I wanna do is go the distance. Nobody's ever gone the distance with Creed, and if I can go that distance, you see, and that bell rings and I'm still standin', I'm gonna know for the first time in my life, see, that I weren't just another bum from the neighborhood. Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 Tuesday 4/29: Good day at work, got a good leg day in! DEADLIFTS!!!!!!!!! Walking (treadmill)0.5 mi | 3 mph | 3 %12Barbell Deadlift45 lb x 5 reps36135 lb x 5 reps66185 lb x 5 reps92215 lb x 5 reps113215 lb x 5 reps113215 lb x 5 reps113215 lb x 5 reps113215 lb x 5 reps113135 lb x 5 reps66Front Barbell Squat45 lb x 10 reps4465 lb x 7 reps4765 lb x 3 reps3475 lb x 5 reps4675 lb x 5 reps4675 lb x 10 reps5475 lb x 10 reps (PR)54Leg Press200 lb x 10 reps27200 lb x 10 reps27200 lb x 10 reps27290 lb x 5 reps31Leg Extensions50 lb x 10 reps10100 lb x 7 reps14100 lb x 10 reps15100 lb x 10 reps (PR)15100 lb x 5 reps13Seated Leg Curl80 lb x 10 reps13160 lb x 10 reps23160 lb x 10 reps23160 lb x 17 reps (PR)24Standing Barbell Calf Raise240 lb x 15 reps41240 lb x 15 reps41240 lb x 15 reps41400 lb x 8 reps (PR)100400 lb x 5 reps98Walking (treadmill)0.5 mi | 3.5 mph | 3 % (PR) Increases on all my lifts. Having calories really helps with this much work. Deadlifts were awesome. I felt like my form was good, and I could bang out the 5 reps per set pretty easily. Front Squat form is finally coming in. I'm getting the hold down better, but my wrists still need rest. It's tough on the left one but I managed. The wrists don't hurt today, so that's a good sign. Good raises on all the accessory work. Nutrition:I'm going towards a surplus. 2 Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
AlexCold Posted April 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2014 Stupid double post: More on nutrition. Definitely going on a surplus. I'm tired of counting tiny calories, and I'm tired of being tired the day after a workout. We'll see how this goes. I think I will do it to the end of the challenge and see where I'm at. My cut strategy is easy, do a Whole30, lift heavy & less often, with sprints thrown in. But for right now, I'll eat. Hopefully, I won't succumb to the "EAT ALL THE THINGS" mentality and put on too much fat. I'm shooting for 2500-2600 calories right now. I'll adjust as needed. Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
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