Thank GOD!
Today I went to the mall with the bird, and jacme, and it was absolutely killing me to watch them gnosh on some crepes and succulent tacos as I slugged back my ON Whey and peanut butter shake. Actually it irked me a lot, and I was getting mad hungry.
But good news, this today marks the 1st of my weekly 1 cheat meal.
So after 2 weeks of solid dieting, today I get my first cheat meal-which again will replenish glycogen stores and kick up my metabolism to keep it burning.
Tomorrow I up the cardio to 35 minutes per session.
I will return with food pictures later.
Saturday, February 2, 2008
Week 2 Pics
So 2 weeks of cardio, no carbs, and training as hard as always...
Pic time.
I was getting mad that I was seeing lines and they weren't showing in the pictures, so my photographer (CMC) decided to turn the unforgiving flash off. Lines are what result. The two "ab/thighs" shot are taken on the same day. See how much of a difference! This is also why guys do their best to get dark as it enhances muscularity, and the stage lights are just like the flash- not flattering at all.
No flash, much better, so from now on more pics with no flash!
Pic time.
I was getting mad that I was seeing lines and they weren't showing in the pictures, so my photographer (CMC) decided to turn the unforgiving flash off. Lines are what result. The two "ab/thighs" shot are taken on the same day. See how much of a difference! This is also why guys do their best to get dark as it enhances muscularity, and the stage lights are just like the flash- not flattering at all.
No flash, much better, so from now on more pics with no flash!
Friday, February 1, 2008
I'm Bringing (sexy) back
When leaving the gym today, I sent John a text- "In 2008 I will step on stage with what the experts call a "back." I was somewhat joking, butnot really.
Today I will touch on the much ignored (by mainstream gym-goers) muscles of the back.
I am my own worst critic, and in my first show my lack of back development was really apparent next to some of the other competitors. This off-season I have prioritized back training to include Bent Over Rows and really put a focus on the mind muscle connection in the lat-pulldown variations. I feel my back has responded rather well to the newfound attention.
Pictured here is Dorian Yates, 6 time Mr. Olympia. His back width and thickness is the stuff of legend.
There are 2 major parts to back development- width and thickness.
Width refers to exactly how wide the lats expand laterally radiating from the spine. Exercises such as pull ups, chin ups, and all variations of machine pull downs will target this area. The BOR is an amazing width and thickness builder.
Thickness refers to how much meat is on the back, especially the erector spinae (near the waist.) Deadlifts and associated lower back movements will get you here.
After legs, I dont feel there is a more taxing muscle complex when it comes to training. The mind muscle connection required to effectively target the back is quite a challenge. All too often the arms (biceps specifically) want to contribute. This is the reason I use straps on nearly all my back exercises- its a good way to deactivate the arms and let the back do the work. It's hard at first, but its not about how much weight you move, but how you move it. Ditch the ego and pick the weight that's right for you. That's my tip of the day.
Today I will touch on the much ignored (by mainstream gym-goers) muscles of the back.
I am my own worst critic, and in my first show my lack of back development was really apparent next to some of the other competitors. This off-season I have prioritized back training to include Bent Over Rows and really put a focus on the mind muscle connection in the lat-pulldown variations. I feel my back has responded rather well to the newfound attention.
Pictured here is Dorian Yates, 6 time Mr. Olympia. His back width and thickness is the stuff of legend.There are 2 major parts to back development- width and thickness.
Width refers to exactly how wide the lats expand laterally radiating from the spine. Exercises such as pull ups, chin ups, and all variations of machine pull downs will target this area. The BOR is an amazing width and thickness builder.
Thickness refers to how much meat is on the back, especially the erector spinae (near the waist.) Deadlifts and associated lower back movements will get you here.
After legs, I dont feel there is a more taxing muscle complex when it comes to training. The mind muscle connection required to effectively target the back is quite a challenge. All too often the arms (biceps specifically) want to contribute. This is the reason I use straps on nearly all my back exercises- its a good way to deactivate the arms and let the back do the work. It's hard at first, but its not about how much weight you move, but how you move it. Ditch the ego and pick the weight that's right for you. That's my tip of the day.
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Cheeseburger in a can UPDATE!
So this was probably the story most people wanted to know more about.
Well you're in luck, there's a full review, including what the heck it looks like.
HERE:
Well you're in luck, there's a full review, including what the heck it looks like.
HERE:
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
How NOT to look attractive to the opposite sex...
Eat a steady diet of these: Cheeseburger in a can?
Shoot me now.
Shoot me now.
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