[quote]howareyoumeduck wrote:
Another question… (this should be my last one, for a while at least).
Nutrition: I read yesterday, (can’t find the article today, but if needed I will have a good search for it). That most of the Carb intake should be done pre workout, during (haven’t been taking anything during, would it help or not really?) and after workout. I think it gave a time scale for after can’t remember exactly what it was. Would this be a good idea? Then just eat mainly protein and veg/fruit for the rest of the day.[/quote]
This one is quite a difficult one. Personally I prefer to stay carb light during the day and feed up at night or right after a tough workout because I feel it helps me stay focused during the day, but there’s much stronger, bigger guys than me who do it differently.
[quote]howareyoumeduck wrote:
Another question… (this should be my last one, for a while at least).
Nutrition: I read yesterday, (can’t find the article today, but if needed I will have a good search for it). That most of the Carb intake should be done pre workout, during (haven’t been taking anything during, would it help or not really?) and after workout. I think it gave a time scale for after can’t remember exactly what it was. Would this be a good idea? Then just eat mainly protein and veg/fruit for the rest of the day.[/quote]
Carbs are definitely important around your training, but unless you’re trying to lose weight (and I think the opposite is the case!) do NOT go low carb for the rest of the day. You are young and skinny, quality carbs are your best friend. Of course, eating a massive carb meal right before you have to focus hard for two hours might be a bad idea, but that also depends on the person.
Also - stop reading for a while. The internet is filled with conflicting advice and if you post here every time you’re finished with another article, you’ll spend a lot of time doing so. Again, keep things simple.
RE: balancing squats, DL, and pullups, there’s a starting strength variation (wichita falls, I believe) that has the pulling movements as:
M - Sq, B, Pullup
W - Sq, OHP, DL
F - Sq, B, Chinup
M- Sq - OHP, Pullup,
W - Sq, B, DL
F - Sq, OHP, Chinup
I ran it fine, but if you have shoulder issues, keep your eyes open.
Currently using a shake that has 80g carbs 15g protein. This is not in the 2:1 ballpark as mentioned but was the best I could find, as of yet anyway. Lifts: Squat 100kg. Been at this weight for 2 weeks, feels lighter now than it did 2 weeks ago and form is much better. Going to up the weight 1.25kg each side of the bar, until I reach 105kg then I will probably stay at that weight for a week or so before increasing again to 107.5kg. This is not how the 5x5 program was written but seems to be working.
Bench: 52.5kg. I think 60kg is when I’m going to hit a sticking point but I’m going to use the same tactics and stick with the weight for a while. OHP: 40kg. Barbell Row. 62.5kg. Deadlift 135kg (with straps). Can get 110kg for three reps with just chalk. Pull ups: Mainly wide grip, but have been mixing the grips up. Staying away from the weighted and going for form and slow eccentric phase. Question: Next time I go supplement shopping, should I buy creatine? Would I see/feel the benefits or is it a waste of time/money ?