enkateam Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 pano paliitin ang tummy? crunches lang ba talaga solution dito? hehee calorie deficit, diet and exercise doing crunches doesn't get rid of the fat around the abdominals. It only builds the muscle. spot reduction is a myth. Diet and strength training... I know people who have six pack and never did a single situp or crunch yup, everyone has abs, it's just a matter of whether or not your bodyfat is low enough. Quote Link to comment
sunking Posted May 12, 2007 Share Posted May 12, 2007 I'm going to the beach this weekend. Although I'm still carrying around some fat around the torso, I'm noticeably leaner than I was before I started working out properly with a 5x5 (going on for a month now). Is there any way to get a leaner look for my trip? Of course, nothing unhealthy or that will jeopardize my current workout. I know I'm not going to get that model bod in a week. Thanks. Quote Link to comment
Olympus Posted May 12, 2007 Share Posted May 12, 2007 I'm going to the beach this weekend. Although I'm still carrying around some fat around the torso, I'm noticeably leaner than I was before I started working out properly with a 5x5 (going on for a month now). Is there any way to get a leaner look for my trip? Of course, nothing unhealthy or that will jeopardize my current workout. I know I'm not going to get that model bod in a week. Thanks. Sorry bro no shortcuts... if you wantd to lean out, you should have started earlier Quote Link to comment
sunking Posted May 13, 2007 Share Posted May 13, 2007 Sorry bro no shortcuts... if you wantd to lean out, you should have started earlier Lesson to all: even if you don't expect to go to the beach, better that you're body-ready... hahahah! :upside: Quote Link to comment
JesusFreak! Posted May 13, 2007 Share Posted May 13, 2007 Just lurking... matagal na ako na di nakakavisit sa thread na ito.. I missed the old days of heated discussions... O/T Sunking, panalo ang stickman mo. Lesson to all: even if you don't expect to go to the beach, better that you're body-ready... hahahah! :upside: Quote Link to comment
Ironpinoy Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 Check out the posing videos (video streaming) of Female Fitness competitors at www.ironpinoy.com Quote Link to comment
danger06 Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 masaya na ako sa katawan ko... Quote Link to comment
mr. john Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 sir olympus, san kang eclipse nag work out? sa mabini? trainor ka po b? kung mag enrol ako dun, tutulungan m ba akong ma-aatain ung katwan na gsto ko? salamat kuya.. Quote Link to comment
Olympus Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 sir olympus, san kang eclipse nag work out? sa mabini? trainor ka po b? kung mag enrol ako dun, tutulungan m ba akong ma-aatain ung katwan na gsto ko? salamat kuya.. I work out in Shaw, I am one of the coaches there.... now about help, anong tulong ba hinihingi mo? Quote Link to comment
the_Master Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 I work out in Shaw, I am one of the coaches there.... now about help, anong tulong ba hinihingi mo? SIR Olympus, Totoo bang nakakataba ang rice???...Pano ko ba mapapaliit uli tyan ko?Salamat po..maki-PM na lang...salamat talaga Quote Link to comment
Olympus Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 SIR Olympus, Totoo bang nakakataba ang rice???...Pano ko ba mapapaliit uli tyan ko?Salamat po..maki-PM na lang...salamat talaga NO NO NO!!!! Ang nakakataba ang sobrang dami ng kinakain and hindi ang kanin.... if that was the case, then Asia would have the highest obesity rate among all continents!!!! Alam mo, imbes na tanong ka ng tanong, why don't you just go to us in person since you know where to find us Quote Link to comment
Jacques Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 NO NO NO!!!! Ang nakakataba ang sobrang dami ng kinakain and hindi ang kanin.... if that was the case, then Asia would have the highest obesity rate among all continents!!!! Alam mo, imbes na tanong ka ng tanong, why don't you just go to us in person since you know where to find us Ganito nalang kung kanin lang ang rason para tumaba ang tao, bakit ang mga karpintero at mga taga pier batak ang katawan kung gabundok sila lumamon ng kanin? It's easy to figure out that it pays to have a physically active body. As what Olympus have mentioned before, the key is balancing nutrients both macro and micro not depriving. Agree ka ba Oly? Quote Link to comment
villainn32 Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 mga sir pano magpaliit ng tyan? yung puson...is leg raise enough? Quote Link to comment
Pepeng Manas Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 Ganito nalang kung kanin lang ang rason para tumaba ang tao, bakit ang mga karpintero at mga taga pier batak ang katawan kung gabundok sila lumamon ng kanin? It's easy to figure out that it pays to have a physically active body. As what Olympus have mentioned before, the key is balancing nutrients both macro and micro not depriving. Agree ka ba Oly? sinabi mo pa, jacques. yung mga laborer, kung kumain sa karinderya isang pirasong pritong isda at 4 na kanin, pero maskulado at well-defined ang katawan. mga sir pano magpaliit ng tyan? yung puson...is leg raise enough?[ bro, backread ka, hindi lang pagpapaliit ng tyan makukuha mo. maraming interesting articles pa mapupulot mo Quote Link to comment
Wyld Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 I have a concern. I dont know if overdoing it or not but this is my workout schedule; and ive listed it in the order that I do it in as well. Also, when I say weight training, needless to say, I alternate body parts so that I dont overwork my muscles. Monday - 1 hour spin and then weight training Tuesday - Cardio day: 45 minutes on elliptical and 1 hour of spin Wednesday - 1 hour spin in the AM and weights in the PM Thursday - Weight training and 1 hour spin Friday - off Saturday - 1 hour spin Sunday - Weight training Am I overdoing it or am I slacking? Should I cut back on my workout hours or should I add more? I feel okay ... other than the usual little aches and pains ... Im seeing the results actually as well but im not sure if im pushing it too much. (Or is there such a thing as pushing it too much?) Also, up to two weeks ago, some of my spin classes were actually kickboxing (not t**-bo but real kickboxing) classes but I noticed that my knees were hurting so I dropped the boxing for now and substituted it with spin. Quote Link to comment
Jacques Posted May 25, 2007 Share Posted May 25, 2007 I have a concern. I dont know if overdoing it or not but this is my workout schedule; and ive listed it in the order that I do it in as well. Also, when I say weight training, needless to say, I alternate body parts so that I dont overwork my muscles. Monday - 1 hour spin and then weight training Tuesday - Cardio day: 45 minutes on elliptical and 1 hour of spin Wednesday - 1 hour spin in the AM and weights in the PM Thursday - Weight training and 1 hour spin Friday - off Saturday - 1 hour spin Sunday - Weight training Am I overdoing it or am I slacking? Should I cut back on my workout hours or should I add more? I feel okay ... other than the usual little aches and pains ... Im seeing the results actually as well but im not sure if im pushing it too much. (Or is there such a thing as pushing it too much?) Also, up to two weeks ago, some of my spin classes were actually kickboxing (not t**-bo but real kickboxing) classes but I noticed that my knees were hurting so I dropped the boxing for now and substituted it with spin. Wyld, With the workout schedule you've outlined, I don't consider it as slacking. Overdoing/Overtraining? I think this is more of the concern here. If you're seeing results from your workout regimen that's very good. However, overtraining or as what you've put it, pushing too much may be a concern for your well being. No doubt working out will do wonders for your body. However, too much is also not advisable. Here are some signs that you may be actually overtraining yourself:1. You feel sluggish and don't have the usual energy despite of 8 hours uninterrupted sleep2. You'd reach a plataue in your workouts (can't increase the intensity/weight/reps) and can't seem to progress to more challenging routines3. Injuries (in your case, your knees are giving out signs) If I may ask, did you consult a trainer before engaging with your routine? If I were to train you, I'd say you'd do weight training 3 days in a week (full body circuit type training) for 30-40mins max. You can squeez in cardio workouts but I strongly advice not to stay in the gym for more than 1 hour or maybe an hour and a half max. Lastly, I really would recommend you have at least 3 days rest a week. I know this might not sit well with you since you've been probably doing "more" than what I have recommended. Sometimes more is not better. After all, If your knees give up some day, maybe you will bid farewell to working out sooner. Quote Link to comment
Wyld Posted May 25, 2007 Share Posted May 25, 2007 (edited) Wyld, With the workout schedule you've outlined, I don't consider it as slacking. Overdoing/Overtraining? I think this is more of the concern here. If you're seeing results from your workout regimen that's very good. However, overtraining or as what you've put it, pushing too much may be a concern for your well being. No doubt working out will do wonders for your body. However, too much is also not advisable. Here are some signs that you may be actually overtraining yourself:1. You feel sluggish and don't have the usual energy despite of 8 hours uninterrupted sleep2. You'd reach a plataue in your workouts (can't increase the intensity/weight/reps) and can't seem to progress to more challenging routines3. Injuries (in your case, your knees are giving out signs) If I may ask, did you consult a trainer before engaging with your routine? If I were to train you, I'd say you'd do weight training 3 days in a week (full body circuit type training) for 30-40mins max. You can squeez in cardio workouts but I strongly advice not to stay in the gym for more than 1 hour or maybe an hour and a half max. Lastly, I really would recommend you have at least 3 days rest a week. I know this might not sit well with you since you've been probably doing "more" than what I have recommended. Sometimes more is not better. After all, If your knees give up some day, maybe you will bid farewell to working out sooner. Thanks for the reply Jacques... Actually ... im not sluggish. Im hyped up all the time, in fact. Almost as if im on a caffeine high (and no im not on `roids or supplements, just Vitamin C and Calcium) ... The only weird thing I noticed is my appetite has been off for a month or two now - as in I dont feel like eating but I make myself eat. As for difficulty of workout - I just shifted to a more difficult program and I can do it so I dont think thats an issue. Ive moved on from using 10lb dumbells for my free weight exercises to a 40 lb barbell. The programs I have did come from a trainer. The original plan was 3 days weight training (every otherday) with 20-30 minutes of cardio (75% to start off the session, 25% to finish off) ... the in between days was to be used to do what workouts that I wanted to do (eg cardio, weights or yoga/pilates) ... I was supposed to have 2 days off from working out - Friday and Sunday. I kinda added the spin class to the weights (in lieu of the cardio) mainly because I enjoy spin classes and I get really, really bored on the elliptical or treadmill. And then, I kinda added the Sunday weight training session after that. Right now ... I feel great (other than the knee bugging me but I think that was from all that stepping and kicking and all that)... but im thinking of dropping one day off my workout schedule, maybe Sundays... Is that a start? Edited May 25, 2007 by Wyld Quote Link to comment
eltoro_2009ph Posted May 26, 2007 Share Posted May 26, 2007 I have a concern. I dont know if overdoing it or not but this is my workout schedule; and ive listed it in the order that I do it in as well. Also, when I say weight training, needless to say, I alternate body parts so that I dont overwork my muscles. Monday - 1 hour spin and then weight training Tuesday - Cardio day: 45 minutes on elliptical and 1 hour of spin Wednesday - 1 hour spin in the AM and weights in the PM Thursday - Weight training and 1 hour spin Friday - off Saturday - 1 hour spin Sunday - Weight training Am I overdoing it or am I slacking? Should I cut back on my workout hours or should I add more? I feel okay ... other than the usual little aches and pains ... Im seeing the results actually as well but im not sure if im pushing it too much. (Or is there such a thing as pushing it too much?) Also, up to two weeks ago, some of my spin classes were actually kickboxing (not t**-bo but real kickboxing) classes but I noticed that my knees were hurting so I dropped the boxing for now and substituted it with spin. My comment on this from my own personal experience... I used to train 6 days a week but found out my body responded better with lesser work out days. Everybody should watch out for overtraining the body can only take so much and sometimes injuries will take its toll. Workout is just one of the pillars of good health, we tend to forget the other 2, Rest and Diet. Also try to get into a program/schedule that you can maintain for years and not only weeks or a few months. Unless you have really lots of time its hard to maintain a 6 day work out schedule consistently. I think a 3-4 day work out schedule is ideal for non-athletes. Mix up your training with cardio and weights, engage in an outdoor sport to add variations. Quote Link to comment
1010 Posted May 26, 2007 Share Posted May 26, 2007 any workouts not including the gym?.. you need them lean and real.. haha. no offense to anyone, athletics for the home? Quote Link to comment
Olympus Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 the key is balancing nutrients both macro and micro not depriving Yup thats the key I have a concern. I dont know if overdoing it or not but this is my workout schedule; and ive listed it in the order that I do it in as well. Also, when I say weight training, needless to say, I alternate body parts so that I dont overwork my muscles. Monday - 1 hour spin and then weight training Tuesday - Cardio day: 45 minutes on elliptical and 1 hour of spin Wednesday - 1 hour spin in the AM and weights in the PM Thursday - Weight training and 1 hour spin Friday - off Saturday - 1 hour spin Sunday - Weight training Am I overdoing it or am I slacking? Should I cut back on my workout hours or should I add more? I feel okay ... other than the usual little aches and pains ... Im seeing the results actually as well but im not sure if im pushing it too much. (Or is there such a thing as pushing it too much?) Also, up to two weeks ago, some of my spin classes were actually kickboxing (not t**-bo but real kickboxing) classes but I noticed that my knees were hurting so I dropped the boxing for now and substituted it with spin. Just seeing that made my eyes sore... Keep your cardio workouts to a minimum... if you are on a good strength training program, you'll lose fat without even having to do more cardio Quote Link to comment
Wyld Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 Just seeing that made my eyes sore... Keep your cardio workouts to a minimum... if you are on a good strength training program, you'll lose fat without even having to do more cardio Women are suckers for cardio. My strength training program is pretty solid and I think its working but I guess I do all that cardio because I enjoy it Im trying to cut back. Promise. My comment on this from my own personal experience... I used to train 6 days a week but found out my body responded better with lesser work out days. Everybody should watch out for overtraining the body can only take so much and sometimes injuries will take its toll. Workout is just one of the pillars of good health, we tend to forget the other 2, Rest and Diet. Also try to get into a program/schedule that you can maintain for years and not only weeks or a few months. Unless you have really lots of time its hard to maintain a 6 day work out schedule consistently. I think a 3-4 day work out schedule is ideal for non-athletes. Mix up your training with cardio and weights, engage in an outdoor sport to add variations. Im cutting it down to 5 days ...gradual decrese parang addiction... and since its summertime already I can go back to riding the bike outdoors... My diet is pretty much okay ... I think im having a problem with the REST part. Thanks Quote Link to comment
Olympus Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 Women are suckers for cardio. My strength training program is pretty solid and I think its working but I guess I do all that cardio because I enjoy it Im trying to cut back. Promise. Im cutting it down to 5 days ...gradual decrese parang addiction... and since its summertime already I can go back to riding the bike outdoors... My diet is pretty much okay ... I think im having a problem with the REST part. Thanks If you actually did the strength training part like how we would show it, you'll actually enjoy it and do less cardio Quote Link to comment
Wyld Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 If you actually did the strength training part like how we would show it, you'll actually enjoy it and do less cardio But im not in Manila ... so I kinda have to make do with what I have for now ... Quote Link to comment
Olympus Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 But im not in Manila ... so I kinda have to make do with what I have for now ... Where are you exactly? Perhaps if you can find a decent gym we can help you out Quote Link to comment
Wyld Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 Where are you exactly? Perhaps if you can find a decent gym we can help you out Houston. I do go to a gym. Had programs made up for me by a trainer. I have to get over my cardio addiction methinks. Id be very, very grateful for all the advice, help, suggestions you can give me. Quote Link to comment
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