LiE's Diet and Training Thread

Looks like some sort of torture device :eek:, probably works ok I just wouldn't buy one for myself.

If you wanted something like that, you could make one of these:
http://www.tigertailusa.com/

By getting two bits of PVc pipe and putting the thin one inside the other so the outer one can roll. I made one about a year ago and it's worth having around but you can just use other things to get those areas.
 
That looks like it's too easy to squash. If you can find hockey balls cheaper use those, you're going to cover them in tape anyway.

For the ultimate t-spine brutality, extend over a peanut while someone pushes down on your arms while they're crossed over your chest. It's not exactly painful, just a weird "wtf is this it's horrible get me out of here" kind of feeling. Good fun :D
 
LiE said:
Here's a video of set 2 of my 200kg triple.

Not too bad, speed seems good and fatigue isn't too bad.

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Yes my gym has installed red lights... it's like Amsterdam in there.
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Good weights.. hope you don't mind my asking but surely it's better to lower the weights and get a constant movement through the set so the muscles are worked to their fullest extent. The pause between each rep (top and bottom) is effectively "resting".. ?

This isn't criticism, just a passing thought..

The reason why I ask is that since my knees went 4 years ago, i keep the weights very minimal but keep it strict, slow and never lock out and pause. I have quite skinny legs anyway but have found this to be more effective for growth and strength then when i was pushing excessive weights.
 
For deadlifts it's fine to take a little longer between reps, especially when it gets heavier. I find it's good to take a little extra time to make sure I'm set for the lift. I'm faster on lighter weights but lighter weights won't make me stronger.

Also depends what you mean by minimal and excessive weights :)
 
Admiral Huddy said:
Good weights.. hope you don't mind my asking but surely it's better to lower the weights and get a constant movement through the set so the muscles are worked to their fullest extent. The pause between each rep (top and bottom) is effectively "resting".. ?

This isn't criticism, just a passing thought..

The reason why I ask is that since my knees went 4 years ago, i keep the weights very minimal but keep it strict, slow and never lock out and pause. I have quite skinny legs anyway but have found this to be more effective for growth and strength then when i was pushing excessive weights.
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There is no science to back up slow reps being useful, for pretty much anything. Their only use is for pure bodybuilding (i.e. no strength) and then you perform an explosive concentric and slow eccentric. Even then, there are alternatives.

Slow reps comes from the principle of time under tension, but artificially adding more time with slow movements isn't what the creators of the term had in mind.

The standard tempo is to have an explosive concentric and controlled eccentric.

If you have bad knees, I would suggest you sort out any underlying mobility, postural, or strength deficits that you have that are preventing you from exercising properly.
 
icecold said:
...If you have bad knees, I would suggest you sort out any underlying mobility, postural, or strength deficits that you have that are preventing you from exercising properly.
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Thanks for the explanation icecold.

I've had a couple of ops but I need a complete ligament replacement but my age is against me as the recovery period is 12 months. However, I seem to managing ok, I'm back running quite comfortably and can manage decent leg presses, squats, dead lifts etc but no where near what I used to do. Personally, it's not worth damaging the micro-fracture surgery I've had done. Any weight bearing is a problem for me so climbing stairs, legs extensions and the clutch on the car can be quite panful.. I have a void area which needs the support of artificial ligaments.

Actually, i do have a question about diet timing. Since I train roughly around mid-day, what and when would you suggest eating?

I presently have three weatabix in the morning, around 6am, scrambled eggs with whole wheat pitas around 10ish, then chicken and bean salad with a protein shake on my return to work. Strenth and building is what I try to achieve. Don't wanna be a hulk just maintain what i have and get some bulk arounf my legs and shoulders.
 
I find it really helps to work out the macros then you can clearly see what your taking and when.

Your breakfast should be the same as other meals, a good balance of carbs and protein.
 
Admiral Huddy said:
Thanks for the explanation icecold.

I've had a couple of ops but I need a complete ligament replacement but my age is against me as the recovery period is 12 months. However, I seem to managing ok, I'm back running quite comfortably and can manage decent leg presses, squats, dead lifts etc but no where near what I used to do. Personally, it's not worth damaging the micro-fracture surgery I've had done. Any weight bearing is a problem for me so climbing stairs, legs extensions and the clutch on the car can be quite panful.. I have a void area which needs the support of artificial ligaments.

Actually, i do have a question about diet timing. Since I train roughly around mid-day, what and when would you suggest eating?

I presently have three weatabix in the morning, around 6am, scrambled eggs with whole wheat pitas around 10ish, then chicken and bean salad with a protein shake on my return to work. Strenth and building is what I try to achieve. Don't wanna be a hulk just maintain what i have and get some bulk arounf my legs and shoulders.
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Rehab is a good reason to be going slowly, although I still wouldn't suggest going slow on the concentric. If your physio disagrees, listen to him!

It's simply a matter of how the muscle fibres respond to training stimuli.

Those meals look fine, but it all depends on quantities. Have a look through Steedie's diet thread, lots of great info.
 
Thanks for that information Lie, that's some intake.. 2 burgers a day would worry me tbh. At 44 I have to watch my cholesterol.

icecold said:
Rehab is a good reason to be going slowly, although I still wouldn't suggest going slow on the concentric. If your physio disagrees, listen to him!

It's simply a matter of how the muscle fibres respond to training stimuli.

Those meals look fine, but it all depends on quantities. Have a look through Steedie's diet thread, lots of great info.
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Will do thanks. My worry is putting on the fat.. I think this has alway prohibeted my growth.
 
Cholesterol should be fine :)
Just 100g of lean mince pressed.

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Admiral Huddy said:
Thanks for that information Lie, that's some intake.. 2 burgers a day would worry me tbh. At 44 I have to watch my cholesterol.



Will do thanks. My worry is putting on the fat.. I think this has alway prohibeted my growth.
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Dietary fat and cholesterol intake does not directly correlate with blood levels.
 
Tough session tonight, haven't done this much volume in a while, especially squats. Feels good though!

Workout B

Squats - Light
60x10, 80x8, 100x10, 120x10, 120x10

Military Press - Heavy
40x8, 50x6, 60x6, 65x5

Leg Press
100x10, 200x10, 250x8, 280x8

DB Lateral Raises
12.5x10 x3
Supersetted with GHR
10, 10, 10

Calf Raises - Light
40x20 x3

Calf Press
Feet Straight - 100x20, 100x20
Feet Out - 80x13, 80x13

So 2 days in and I've hit my entire body once and I'll do the same on Thursday and Friday with a few changes.
 
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