Yesterdays work out.

Well I told you yesterday I was experimenting with a new workout routine. The strict high rep sets was tough getting used to, but results I received  were expected. My shoulders gave out befor my chest did but after I was done with the workout I was realy pumped but not fatigued. Today I'm sore sure my body is not used to this kind of work out plan so it was expected. Today is back and biceps I will let you know how it go's. If you have any questions email me  at thegymentusiast@gmail.com blog you later.

A new workout program.

Well the summer is officially over and I'm looking to experiment with a new work out plan this month. After some heavy duty lifting all summer It's time for some recuperation building. It's always a good idea to take a break from extra hard training to keep your joints and ligaments healthy.Im going to do some moderate weight strict but with higher reps. Today is chest and abs for the first week Im sure I will be sore but after that I just might feel pumped but I will let you know how it go's. blog you later.

Some cordio is always good.

I don't do much cardio at the gym but on occasion I will jump on a elliptical machine or a stationary bike. The reason I don't do much cardio is because my goal is to put on as much muscle as I can and cardio will kind of hinder it. For those that are just trying to stay in shape there are many ways to incorperate cardio into your work out schedual. You can do 15 minutes of cardio before you hit the weights. You can do 15 minutes of cardio after you hit the weights. You can do it on the day your not hitting the weights (your off days) if you have that kind of time good for you. If you  have any questions email I will be happy to get back to you. blog you later.

My off day

Today and tomorrow is my day off from the gym. I kind of like to use my off days as a good time to do some stretching and keeping my body loose. Just be careful not to over due it you don't want to over stretch the muscle. Yes it is possible to over stretch.

Shoulders and triceps today

Today I have shoulders and triceps and my neck feels a little tight from the heavy squats I was doing yesterday. They have a bar pad but it's kind of worn out and doesn't work to well. This is a good time for me to remind some people that some times you have to bring your own equipment to be comfortable.Such as a bar pad for when you do squats so you don't hurt your neck. Knee wraps,wrist wraps,gloves, you ge the jist of it. blog you soon bye.

Leg day today and my knee is bothering me

I'm working out on legs today and my knee is bothering me. Perfect time to let people know what to do if you have pain. The first sign of joint pain is the first sign of nipping it in the bud. First: if  it hurts when you work out then don't work out on it that week. Second: ice it, it my take some time to find the source of the pain but try and apply ice to it.You will know when you found the source when the pain feels temporarily numb. Place the ice in a plastic bag and put it directly on the injured spot for about twenty minutes. Most people get lazy (me included) and use the cooler packs. They don't get cold enough and don't work as well so stick with the pure ice.Third: if you can stretch it out. Do light knee bends and hold for five seconds rest for twenty seconds then bend for another five seconds. Do this a few times then rest. I hope this helped anyone that has or had this problem.

What kind of vitamins to take to lose some weight.

Well vitamins are not really necessary but if you want to take some just to give you that edge then a thermogenic product is a good choice. Or there is cla product that has shown promise in the past year or so. Then of course there is the herbal fomula thats been around like forever,but please don't abuse vitamins by taking more then recommended and don't expect dramatic results. To drop a few pounds you have to eat a little cleaner. Drink water instead of juice or soda. For a snack pick up some fruit or a sweet vegitable. Try not to eat  three hours before bed time. Always get a god night sleep. OK thats my imput now make it happen.

Don't be afraid of carbs.

Man, Woman and Child these days are afraid of carbs. Taken at the right times of the day carbs can be a very good freind. I recommend some carbs for breakfast Two slices of toast with some jelly or low fat cream cheese. Some carbs for lunch a sandwich with bread,some rice,some beans it's all OK. After a workout is always good and kind of necessary not a ton off it but some is ok. Now the worst times to eat carbs would be just before bedtime. If you eat dinner by 6pm or before that should be the last time you should be having carbs. If you need to eat something after that time then go for something with protien in it, but all in all carbs are not the enemy.

My work out plan

I work out 4 days a week it takes me about 45min to an hour. Day one chest and abs. Day two back and biceps. Day three off. Day four legs. Day five shoulders and triceps. Day six and seven off. Then I repeat the cycle.