cmg103176 said:
Thank you guys so much. I have a friend that kinda jumped into the juice game and he has grown quite a bit. I have read alot of forums today about getting started the right way. I have now found out exactly what you guys are saying. I am going to get back in the gym and lose the weight first. Then maybe after doing all this consider it.
Can anyone maybe recommend a good routine to get started with? I have done things in the past like one day work 3 groups of muscles on a 3 day rotation. I have also done the body for life routine. I know I have stick to it this time and I fully intend to. Diets are another area I don't know sqaut about. I mean I know McDonalds everyday is not a good diet. And that chicken and vegies are good to eat. I have read that only small potions of red meat is a good idea too. Is there a good diet plan out there?
My stats are:
Age 30
5'11"
223 LBS ( Down from 236 by changing what I eat and portion size)
Work out ethic: a few months a year hit the gym then quit.
Not a whole lot of muscle. ( I know that does not help much) I have a good solid frame that I know I could turn into a god like statute.
Thanks again for all the advise fellas.
Good call bro! You will be very happy with what you WILL achieve naturally and then after that, who knows... maybe you can explore other options.
First, diet is huge and needs to come first...IMO What I tell the people I help/train (who do not know much about keeping a good diet) is buy the South Beach Diet book. It's awesome! It incorporates all the best low-carb/high protein bodybuilding techniques while still teaching you how it all works, why, etc. It will also give you a lifestyle change and even teach you how to shop for good foood. So basically a map for those who are lost when it comes to proper diets.
Second, I would run a 4 day split routine for your weight training. Make it look something like this...
Mon - Back/Bi's (and cardio)
Tue - Chest/Tri's
Wed - Off (and cardio)
Thur - Legs/calves
Fri - Shoulders/Abs (and cardio)
Sat - Off (and cardio)
Sun - Total REST DAY
...and train with max intensity. Maybe start with 2-3 excercises per body part and every couple months add a new one.
Third, make your long and short term goals (weight loss desired, lean mass gained, inches gained/lost, weight increase on bench, etc., etc.) and put them all on a calender for the whole year/12 months! That will keep you motivated and focused.
Lastly, don't be afraid to throw in some supp's. If you are not allergic to anything, I found that DHEA is a wonder supplement...IMO When natural I got fantastic results on it. Also add a good multivita and maybe some L-Carnitine.
That should be more then enough to get you started
