I like that a lot and it is 100% true! We cannot sit here and stress about what we cannot control. We have to accept it, adapt, internalize, but not let it change us for the worst.
I´m just starting to be mindful of this because I have caught myself being guilty of stressing out over minor shit.
It´s harder than I thought it would be.
I´m just starting to be mindful of this because I have caught myself being guilty of stressing out over minor shit.
It´s harder than I thought it would be.
Oh it is SUPER hard! It is always a work in progress. If you can look back 3 years ago and laugh at what used bother you compared to present time, then you are winning. I am constantly improving and not allowing outside stress. pressure, and people, get to me. Almost like in constant happy state. That is where I want to be so badly. Strive for it. I think of it as a mental weakness thing. If someone gets to me they have power over me and I am letting them win. BOY am NOT going to allow ANYONE To have power over me ever. Got that from a Navy Seal actually. That outlook.
I´m just starting to be mindful of this because I have caught myself being guilty of stressing out over minor shit.
It´s harder than I thought it would be.
If you ask me. The minor stressing is the biggest downfall of the fitness community.
Should i have 40g of carbs or 50g of carbs post-workout?
Should I use malto or dextrose for a carb source peri workout?
Will I notice a difference if i use BCAA or EAA Intra-workout?
Should I have potatoes or rice post-workout?
Is 30 minutes of cardio too much?
This is a hobby where the answer unfortunately will be "It depends" everyone responds differently. But so many people spend so much time debating over the smallest things which make the most insignificant amount in the big picture. Just lift, eat, sleep, and repeat.
If you ask me. The minor stressing is the biggest downfall of the fitness community.
Should i have 40g of carbs or 50g of carbs post-workout?
Should I use malto or dextrose for a carb source peri workout?
Will I notice a difference if i use BCAA or EAA Intra-workout?
Should I have potatoes or rice post-workout?
Is 30 minutes of cardio too much?
This is a hobby where the answer unfortunately will be "It depends" everyone responds differently. But so many people spend so much time debating over the smallest things which make the most insignificant amount in the big picture. Just lift, eat, sleep, and repeat.
Yes, our "problem" is that in this sport we tend to overanalyze EVERYTHING
regarding post workout carb intake...recently watched old doc. where jay said that he aimed for 250-300 g post workout carbs
but, there is only one jay
regarding post workout carb intake...recently watched old doc. where jay said that he aimed for 250-300 g post workout carbs
but, there is only one jay
I would only use that amount if you used some other "Supplements"
That is just me though. Most trainees can't handle 250-300g in a single sitting unless they are taking a few things to help assist that amount. Nor would be it great for your insulin sensitivity in the long run.
I would only use that amount if you used some other "Supplements"
That is just me though. Most trainees can't handle 250-300g in a single sitting unless they are taking a few things to help assist that amount. Nor would be it great for your insulin sensitivity in the long run.
OFC
maybe but, just maybe if you are a hardcore hardgainer to try it out every 5-7 training session, to speed up your metabolism and "trick" the body
I would only use that amount if you used some other "Supplements"
That is just me though. Most trainees can't handle 250-300g in a single sitting unless they are taking a few things to help assist that amount. Nor would be it great for your insulin sensitivity in the long run.
I have been bodybuilding for 13 years. I would say the first 2 years I did but quickly realized it is MUCH simpler than that. Again I am very logical person so I never got too crazy with over analyzing. I spent some big bucks with coach who taught me a lot fast.
I would only use that amount if you used some other "Supplements"
That is just me though. Most trainees can't handle 250-300g in a single sitting unless they are taking a few things to help assist that amount. Nor would be it great for your insulin sensitivity in the long run.
I would feel like a huge pc of shit if I ate that many carbs in a sitting. LOL
I have been bodybuilding for 13 years. I would say the first 2 years I did but quickly realized it is MUCH simpler than that. Again I am very logical person so I never got too crazy with over analyzing. I spent some big bucks with coach who taught me a lot fast.
My first coach for my first show was 2005 and was my Sister's X boyfriend. Learned everything NOT TO DO HAHHH (placed 5th out of 5 as a middle weight)
2nd year I read A TON and did my own prep. Ending up coming back as a light heavy weight and placed 2nd in Open and 1st in novice and overall. Another show 1 week later 2nd in open again (LEARNED A TON / esp mental aspect)
3rd year did my own prep again. First show Open 2nd light heavy weight again and another show 3 weeks later and got SMOKED. Placed 15th. At this point I hired Fakhri back (came back 6 months later and won 1st place heavy weight with good condition + 13 lbs stage weight
4th year Jr national show. 11 lbs heavier again and placed 7th
5th,6th year DID NOT compete due to school and a relationship that was toxic.
7th year Did my own prep for two shows and won both heavy and overall
8th year Asked Fakhri to help me placed 5th light heavy North Americans and 3 months later win light heavy weight at nationals getting my pro card
9th year took off due to career and work
10th Ny pro 5th place had hired Aceto. Easiest prep by far. Aceto is the man. So laid back. No gimmicks, tricks, or special protocols. Just constant changes in nutrition. Same year did Europa again with Aceto and did not do well due to Ulcerative colitis flare up and could not carb up almost at all. Looked horrible
11th year OFF due to knee injury and UC issues
12 year UC under control and still battling knee injury. Currently prepped myself for photo shoot for Universal next week.
Prep to me is easy mentally. I actually deeply enjoy it.
OFC
maybe but, just maybe if you are a hardcore hardgainer to try it out every 5-7 training session, to speed up your metabolism and "trick" the body
If you are a hard gainer.. There is no such thing. The reason people are labeled hard gainers is
1) They fail to eat caloric dense foods
2) they don't track their intake properly
eating 250-300g of carbs in a sitting just doesn't make logical sense unless your having a cheat meal which should not be a daily occurrence.
If you are a hard gainer.. There is no such thing. The reason people are labeled hard gainers is
1) They fail to eat caloric dense foods
2) they don't track their intake properly
eating 250-300g of carbs in a sitting just doesn't make logical sense unless your having a cheat meal which should not be a daily occurrence.
good point about hard gainers
yes i've said that so much food can maybe be used as a tool but just occasionally / when there is a need for it
My first coach for my first show was 2005 and was my Sister's X boyfriend. Learned everything NOT TO DO HAHHH (placed 5th out of 5 as a middle weight)
2nd year I read A TON and did my own prep. Ending up coming back as a light heavy weight and placed 2nd in Open and 1st in novice and overall. Another show 1 week later 2nd in open again (LEARNED A TON / esp mental aspect)
3rd year did my own prep again. First show Open 2nd light heavy weight again and another show 3 weeks later and got SMOKED. Placed 15th. At this point I hired Fakhri back (came back 6 months later and won 1st place heavy weight with good condition + 13 lbs stage weight
4th year Jr national show. 11 lbs heavier again and placed 7th
5th,6th year DID NOT compete due to school and a relationship that was toxic.
7th year Did my own prep for two shows and won both heavy and overall
8th year Asked Fakhri to help me placed 5th light heavy North Americans and 3 months later win light heavy weight at nationals getting my pro card
9th year took off due to career and work
10th Ny pro 5th place had hired Aceto. Easiest prep by far. Aceto is the man. So laid back. No gimmicks, tricks, or special protocols. Just constant changes in nutrition. Same year did Europa again with Aceto and did not do well due to Ulcerative colitis flare up and could not carb up almost at all. Looked horrible
11th year OFF due to knee injury and UC issues
12 year UC under control and still battling knee injury. Currently prepped myself for photo shoot for Universal next week.
Prep to me is easy mentally. I actually deeply enjoy it.
and which year, by your own opinion, you looked the best? If you were compete now would you hire a coach or do it yourself?
yeah i also like aceto's simplicity in nutrition and protocols + he's funny
and which year, by your own opinion, you looked the best? If you were compete now would you hire a coach or do it yourself?
yeah i also like aceto's simplicity in nutrition and protocols + he's funny
Best condition was North Americans
Best OVERALL look Ny pro
I would DEF do my own prep next time without question. Ask one of my close friends for a 2nd eye towards the end if I get narcotic. I tend to over diet.
I truly love that guy! Super funny! His type of humor is so rare today.
Best condition was North Americans
Best OVERALL look Ny pro
I would DEF do my own prep next time without question. Ask one of my close friends for a 2nd eye towards the end if I get narcotic. I tend to over diet.
I truly love that guy! Super funny! His type of humor is so rare today.
yes 2nd eye is sometimes necessary bc it's so easy to push yourself over the edge and ruin your physique with over dieting and ,especially, cardio...sometimes less is more - even coaches need coach :D
you probably don't hve time to listen, but his and palumbo's discussions and insights on RX Heavy muscle are pure gold
yes 2nd eye is sometimes necessary bc it's so easy to push yourself over the edge and ruin your physique with over dieting and ,especially, cardio...sometimes less is more - even coaches need coach :D
you probably don't hve time to listen, but his and palumbo's discussions and insights on RX Heavy muscle are pure gold
100% agree! Unless you have the true ability to see things TOTALLY objectively which MOST cannot then it will work. I send myself check ins HAHAH