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nickyp
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Does anyone know any good gym/ workout/ fitness/ health forums, sort of like NS, but for the aforementioned activities? Not bodybuilding forums, just good old lose-weight, tone-muscle sort of stuff.

If there's one thing NS has taught me, it's that the best information on sports comes from online forums full of knowledgeable people.
Aug 3 2010 9:28PM
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0ptions
Posts: 2198 - Karma: 60
www.bodybuilding.com

Has everything you need on anything related to the gym.
Aug 3 2010 9:29PM
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dave44
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Don't know of many, but you should give the CrossFit forums a shot. Whip you into shape in no time.
Aug 3 2010 9:30PM
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Benson23
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start a new cult? it would probably die within a couple days but you may get some die hard fitness newschoolers to talk to.
Aug 3 2010 9:31PM
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0ptions
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OP you can pm me if you have questions also.
Aug 3 2010 9:31PM
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TechnoPotamus
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*raises hand*

i'm a gym rat...it's my thing. i'm always happy to give advice or answer questions...been lifting for 7 years now so pm me anybody.
Aug 3 2010 9:43PM
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deleted5
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that it made me the man i am today
Aug 3 2010 9:48PM
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Peter.
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seriously can't go wrong with bodybuilding.com
Aug 3 2010 9:51PM
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ElbridgeGerry
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Wannabebig has a better forum experience than Bodybuilding.com

Lot less Inb4 n00b shit. Lot more helpful advice. They also have a lot of world record powerlifters and generally really knowledgeable people on there(Allen Cress, Scott Abel, Martin Berkhan).


It's really up to you. If you want the Newschoolers of weight lifting, go to Bodybuilding.com. If you want a lot of information really quickly, with no bullshit. Go to Wannabebig.
Aug 3 2010 9:51PM
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Magikarp
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Me too sir, only 5 tho. I'm great with nutrition and endurance training as well.
Aug 3 2010 9:52PM
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soulskier
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PM Lat, he has a cult
Aug 3 2010 9:52PM
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Profpimpcain
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I go to crossfit stuff and im like "i should really start doing crossfit again... maybe next week"


Aug 3 2010 10:03PM
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geteducated
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you don't need to join a forum to find out how to lose weight and tone muscles.

you change your diet to eat less calories than your allowable amount (allowable carbs/badfats, combined with a HIIT regimen, and you increase the reps and sets with low weight.
Aug 3 2010 10:26PM
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ElbridgeGerry
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Explain this toning muscle business? I can understand body fat, but changing rep ranges makes no sense. Hell, I do 35 reps total per workout and my arms and legs are cut as fuck.
Aug 3 2010 10:31PM
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ElbridgeGerry
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scratch that, 72
Aug 3 2010 10:33PM
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geteducated
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isn't toned synonymous with cut and strength synonymous with bulked?

and 35 isn't much for a toning regime.
Aug 3 2010 10:34PM
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0ptions
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Yes. There isn't really such a thing as toning. Just cutting and bulking.
Aug 3 2010 10:36PM
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geteducated
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okay then.

Aug 3 2010 10:37PM
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0ptions
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Usually if you're trying to gain mass you want to be doing low reps high wait until failure.
Aug 3 2010 10:39PM
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ElbridgeGerry
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You can gain mass with a lot of sets/reps too. What do you think bodybuilders do? Do ridiculous amounts of reps/sets. Drop sets and stuff like that. They also stretch out the muscle fascia between sets to increase gains as much as possible. It's actually sort of hellish.


Aug 3 2010 10:44PM
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shibby
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www.stupidfuckingjockotrons.com
Aug 3 2010 10:48PM
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0ptions
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I'm not gonna argue bro-science with you, techniques vary a lot and low reps high weight until failure is very common. There are tons of ways to get bigger. Your diet plays a large part too.
Aug 3 2010 10:48PM
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geteducated
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the beach is that way.
Aug 3 2010 10:49PM
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ElbridgeGerry
Posts: 5902 - Karma: -27
If you ACTUALLY want pictures, then I'll take some. If you're just being a tool..and want fap piczzzz, just look at my facebook pictures :D
Aug 3 2010 10:50PM
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ElbridgeGerry
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It is very common, I must agree on that. The problem a lot of people have with getting bigger is well, they don't eat nearly enough. They don't embrace the itis. You need to eat until you feel sick, then eat some more.
Aug 3 2010 10:51PM
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0ptions
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Agreed. Calorie intake is incredibly important.
Aug 3 2010 10:53PM
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ElbridgeGerry
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Aug 3 2010 11:43PM
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ElbridgeGerry
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Aug 3 2010 11:44PM
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no_steeze
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lol
Aug 3 2010 11:46PM
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ElbridgeGerry
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I just need to find the rest of the pictures.
Aug 3 2010 11:46PM
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kstanz
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if you are a biker bikerader.com has some dope articles + forums
Aug 3 2010 11:47PM
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JayDope
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ok so yes diet has an extremely important role on how ur body will work with exercising, i for one eat between 4-6000 calories a day, i also go to the gym 5-6 times a week, i am 5'10, between anywhere from 170-173 pounds, i recently put on about 8-12 pounds and im about 6-8% body fat id say, 4 would be ideal, and i would like to be 185 pounds. I do chest twice a week, back twice a week, tris and bis twice a week, legs and shoulders once a week, bis with back, and chest with tris, and i like to to abs 3 times a week, 1 day is usually extremely intense. and yes i will post pics because ppl will be like "pics or GTFO" no this is not claiming, ppl on here can vouch for me that im a genuine person and have written out workouts for more than 5 members on here, so no hate, thanks, and i will gladly help any of u out with a workout routine. Click for larger imageClick for larger image
Aug 3 2010 11:59PM
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ElbridgeGerry
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Dude, your back makes me so fucking jealous.
Aug 4 2010 12:08AM
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JayDope
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ha thanks man, im hoping what i wrote out for u is working, ive been working my ass off this passed year, just been hitting the gym crazy, but the other pic i loaded didnt work so here it isClick for larger image
Aug 4 2010 12:11AM
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JayDope
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^my bad, i guess both pics did work
Aug 4 2010 12:15AM
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TROLLED.HARD
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"loose weight, tone muscle"
Sounds like your in the need for 100% Pro Whey Gold Standard Protein. You've come to the right place my cyber friend.
Aug 4 2010 12:16AM
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geteducated
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you don't need that garbage. get the cheapest whey you can find.

i buy from www.truesupplements.com

i got the whey blend and the casein. i do a half and half mix of that pwo. and then the casein and peanut butter before bed. would be nice to have cottage cheese, but that shit gets expensive.


and pretty impressive jaydope.

Aug 4 2010 1:43AM
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nickyp
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That is a Situation right there.


Also, can anyone recommend legit whey protein?
Aug 4 2010 2:08AM
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4frnt_4_life
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just about every one has a different recommendation. id go to bodybuilding.com find one with a high rating and buy it there for cheap. Its where i get all my stuff.
Aug 4 2010 2:28AM
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Oreos
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http://jasonferruggia.com/

dude tells it how it is, knows his stuff and really passionate about it.
Aug 4 2010 3:56AM
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Oreos
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haha

sorry for dub post

on the protein side. you've got three options.

http://www.sunwarrior.co.uk/sunwarriorprotein.htm is the most natural and easily digestible but pricey

http://www.maximuscle.com/cyclone tastes like shit but is good good stuff, mixes well, however is expensive

http://www.myprotein.co.uk/ tastes pretty good (not too sweet etc..) mixes well and can buy in large quantities cheap.

stay away from holland and barrett that stuff is cheap poor quality and will give you horrid gas

p.s. that dude above who thinks he's in shape hahaha. he is not.


Aug 4 2010 4:11AM
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followCam
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If you're in the UK
www.myprotein.co.uk is good for protein, I use it myself and it tastes/mixes/results are pretty good. cheap also.
Myprotein also has a forum and lots of really good links to articles and workout routines to meet specific needs!


Im trying to get a bit bigger myself right now. Get stronger.
Aug 4 2010 6:45AM
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JayDope
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if ur looking for a solid weight gaining protein, i would go with musclejuice 2600 revolution, its 1020 cals per serving, and it tastes pretty good too, id recommend cookies and cream. But if u want something that is basically straight protein and no carbs and low calories per serving, check out Zero Carb by VPX, its a little pricey, but its a solid protein powder. www.supplementwarehouse.com beats any competitors price by 5%, so i usually get my supplements from them.
Aug 4 2010 9:32AM
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ElbridgeGerry
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If I lived in America, I would get Nitrean. My buddy has it, it's made by AtLarge nutrition. Shit's unreal. Like 33 grams of protein per scoop.
Aug 4 2010 10:22AM
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comeatmebro
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anyone on NS do a cycle of steroids or anything?
Aug 4 2010 10:35AM
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followCam
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Oh i forgot, www.discountsupplements.com is another good one for...obviously...supplements.

Not to hi-jack the thread, but what do people think of the 5x5 routine on www.stronglifts.com.
Im starting it now to get stronger, but dont want to lose any size. Will this help? Was thinking of doing 5x5s for 2 months or so, then moving onto a hypertrophy routine,
Aug 4 2010 10:38AM
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Oreos
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wowow 33g that's like totally awesome!!! naaaaat

the measure of a protein powder isn't how much protein per scoop but what proteins; a full balance of BCAAs? the quality of the protein? and regardless your body can't absorb anything too close to 30+ grams in one fast acting hit.

protein shake should not be relied upon for your protein intake. only for fast acting post work out and possibly before bed. to increase protein you should be eating more lean meats, nuts (almond butter is win!), beans and the most rounded form of natural protein, eggs! coupled with testosterone boosting vegetables such as broccoli
Aug 4 2010 10:50AM
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JayDope
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word man, i work at this place called "Muscle Maker Grill" so im eating all high protein lean meals all day its seriously awesome. Steamed veggies all the time, brown rice, super lean cuts of chicken, on low carb and whole wheat wraps. I honestly believe that i have gained muscle because of working there and eating great meals everyday. Gained around 10 pounds since i started working there. I wish they would open up more around the country.
Aug 4 2010 11:25AM
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JayDope
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almost forgot, so tru on the almond butter, i would be all over it if i wasnt allgeric to almonds, do u lift for sports, or just to stay in shape?
Aug 4 2010 11:29AM
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Oreos
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started out because of rugby but now just do it because i enjoy it. i don't have access to a decent gym any more though, only ones around me have dumbbells which only go up to 30kg and no power racks, useless.

so now at home i have a kettlebell which is hollow so you can add weight to it with steel shot, gymnastics rings and a weighted vest. still good fun but i miss deadlifts = (
Aug 4 2010 11:39AM
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no_steeze
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choco milk is the best recovery food, drink it within 20 minutes of finishing your workout

the first thing you eat is the most important. we always have a hard time at crew races because we have a heat in the morning and a final in the afternoon but the table is filled with cookies and brownies and shit. you should eat a 2:1 protein to carbs ratio as your first thing and then you can pig out on bad shit but get something good first otherwise you'll feel like ass
Aug 4 2010 11:47AM
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