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Subject: Fitness 101: A Beginner's Guide to Working Out

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Posted by: General Noobus
I'd be pleased with ottermode, just sayin[/quote]Once you get there you realize you have to get bigger
Not a fan of the swole look to be honest

  • 08.14.2012 7:56 AM PDT

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OK. I have a question, if anyone has the time. I did my exercises two days ago and it was a really good workout but I had a day of rest yesterday and my lats and abdomen are still a little tender.

Should I let them rest, or exercise anyway? I heard you're not meant to have more than one day of rest in a row.

  • 08.14.2012 7:56 AM PDT

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Posted by: RECON828
OK. I have a question, if anyone has the time. I did my exercises two days ago and it was a really good workout but I had a day of rest yesterday and my lats and abdomen are still a little tender.

Should I let them rest, or exercise anyway? I heard you're not meant to have more than one day of rest in a row.
Are you just starting out?

  • 08.14.2012 7:59 AM PDT

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Posted by: RECON828
OK. I have a question, if anyone has the time. I did my exercises two days ago and it was a really good workout but I had a day of rest yesterday and my lats and abdomen are still a little tender.

Should I let them rest, or exercise anyway? I heard you're not meant to have more than one day of rest in a row.


Depends; how sore are they? If they are just a little tender, then just stretch yourself out before you hit the gym today.
But if they are really sore and it's painful, then definitely take the day off. Stretch, ice, heat, repeat.

  • 08.14.2012 8:01 AM PDT

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Posted by: teh Chaz
Posted by: RECON828
OK. I have a question, if anyone has the time. I did my exercises two days ago and it was a really good workout but I had a day of rest yesterday and my lats and abdomen are still a little tender.

Should I let them rest, or exercise anyway? I heard you're not meant to have more than one day of rest in a row.
Are you just starting out?

No. I've been doing cardio and bodyweight exercises (incorporating some 5kg weights in there) since... hang on. Let me get my exercise diary.

OK. Since about April. About 10 days ago, I asked about why I'd sort of hit a limit to how much I could do, and a guy told me to take 4 or 5 days off to let myself completely rest. I did that (though still did a little cardio), and this was my first session since then.

  • 08.14.2012 8:01 AM PDT

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Posted by: RECON828

Posted by: teh Chaz
Posted by: RECON828
OK. I have a question, if anyone has the time. I did my exercises two days ago and it was a really good workout but I had a day of rest yesterday and my lats and abdomen are still a little tender.

Should I let them rest, or exercise anyway? I heard you're not meant to have more than one day of rest in a row.
Are you just starting out?

No. I've been doing cardio and bodyweight exercises (incorporating some 5kg weights in there) since... hang on. Let me get my exercise diary.

OK. Since about April. About 10 days ago, I asked about why I'd sort of hit a limit to how much I could do, and a guy told me to take 4 or 5 days off to let myself completely rest. I did that (though still did a little cardio), and this was my first session since then.


Oh so you've been exercising for a while now?

Then yes, you should still go if your muscles are a little sore. I do and I feel fine. (Unless you are REALLY sore and they are extremely tight and painful to move)

  • 08.14.2012 8:06 AM PDT

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Posted by: oaklandp8ntbalr
Oh so you've been exercising for a while now?

Then yes, you should still go if your muscles are a little sore. I do and I feel fine. (Unless you are REALLY sore and they are extremely tight and painful to move)

Yeah. Mainly for hormone control and stamina rather than aesthetics or because I'm aiming for anything in particular.

OK, noted. Thanks for your help.

  • 08.14.2012 8:08 AM PDT

Posted by: Alex Mac Kee
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Posted by: DarkBen64
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Posted by: RECON828
Posted by: teh Chaz
Posted by: RECON828
OK. I have a question, if anyone has the time. I did my exercises two days ago and it was a really good workout but I had a day of rest yesterday and my lats and abdomen are still a little tender.

Should I let them rest, or exercise anyway? I heard you're not meant to have more than one day of rest in a row.
Are you just starting out?

No. I've been doing cardio and bodyweight exercises (incorporating some 5kg weights in there) since... hang on. Let me get my exercise diary.

OK. Since about April. About 10 days ago, I asked about why I'd sort of hit a limit to how much I could do, and a guy told me to take 4 or 5 days off to let myself completely rest. I did that (though still did a little cardio), and this was my first session since then.
Hm ok, can't say much on the matter of those kinds of exercises but I'd say that you just need to get back into it after the long rest. If they're impossible to work with effectively then take a day off.

You should get into some heavier resistance exercise though if you ever want to start building or anything. I recommend resistance training machines that most gyms have, they aren't as heavily dependant on technique as free weights. Ask a gym instructor for advice.

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  • 08.14.2012 8:08 AM PDT

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Posted by: teh Chaz
Posted by: RECON828
Posted by: teh Chaz
Posted by: RECON828
OK. I have a question, if anyone has the time. I did my exercises two days ago and it was a really good workout but I had a day of rest yesterday and my lats and abdomen are still a little tender.

Should I let them rest, or exercise anyway? I heard you're not meant to have more than one day of rest in a row.
Are you just starting out?

No. I've been doing cardio and bodyweight exercises (incorporating some 5kg weights in there) since... hang on. Let me get my exercise diary.

OK. Since about April. About 10 days ago, I asked about why I'd sort of hit a limit to how much I could do, and a guy told me to take 4 or 5 days off to let myself completely rest. I did that (though still did a little cardio), and this was my first session since then.
Hm ok, can't say much on the matter of those kinds of exercises but I'd say that you just need to get back into it after the long rest. If they're impossible to work with effectively then take a day off.

You should get into some heavier resistance exercise though if you ever want to start building or anything. I recommend resistance training machines that most gyms have, they aren't as heavily dependant on technique as free weights. Ask a gym instructor for advice.

I don't go to the gym. I just do it at home. I am thinking about cutting down on the cardio and doing more weighted stuff because I'd like to bulk a little bit.

  • 08.14.2012 8:12 AM PDT

*scratches nuts*

Ideally you want two or three rest days between working the same group of muscles. If you're following a structured split routine you shouldn't be working your lats and core only two days after you last worked them

  • 08.14.2012 8:11 AM PDT

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Posted by: RECON828

Posted by: teh Chaz
Posted by: RECON828
Posted by: teh Chaz
Posted by: RECON828
OK. I have a question, if anyone has the time. I did my exercises two days ago and it was a really good workout but I had a day of rest yesterday and my lats and abdomen are still a little tender.

Should I let them rest, or exercise anyway? I heard you're not meant to have more than one day of rest in a row.
Are you just starting out?

No. I've been doing cardio and bodyweight exercises (incorporating some 5kg weights in there) since... hang on. Let me get my exercise diary.

OK. Since about April. About 10 days ago, I asked about why I'd sort of hit a limit to how much I could do, and a guy told me to take 4 or 5 days off to let myself completely rest. I did that (though still did a little cardio), and this was my first session since then.
Hm ok, can't say much on the matter of those kinds of exercises but I'd say that you just need to get back into it after the long rest. If they're impossible to work with effectively then take a day off.

You should get into some heavier resistance exercise though if you ever want to start building or anything. I recommend resistance training machines that most gyms have, they aren't as heavily dependant on technique as free weights. Ask a gym instructor for advice.

I don't go to the gym. I just do it at home. I am thinking about cutting down on the cardio and doing more weighted stuff because I'd like to bulk a little bit.


Why not go to the gym?

  • 08.14.2012 11:22 AM PDT

Posted by: Alex Mac Kee
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Posted by: DarkBen64
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Posted by: oaklandp8ntbalr
Why not go to the gym?
It's pretty pricey

  • 08.14.2012 11:35 AM PDT

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Posted by: teh Chaz
Posted by: oaklandp8ntbalr
Why not go to the gym?
It's pretty pricey

That, and that I don't have the time. I'm movies cities next month and am getting a fresh start there so will consider it then.

For now, though, I'm not sure of the benefits. I know there are some, but are they necessary?

  • 08.14.2012 3:07 PM PDT

Posted by: Alex Mac Kee
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Posted by: DarkBen64
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Posted by: RECON828
Posted by: teh Chaz
Posted by: oaklandp8ntbalr
Why not go to the gym?
It's pretty pricey

That, and that I don't have the time. I'm movies cities next month and am getting a fresh start there so will consider it then.

For now, though, I'm not sure of the benefits. I know there are some, but are they necessary?
define necessary

  • 08.14.2012 3:10 PM PDT
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Why not just join the group..?

  • 08.14.2012 3:12 PM PDT

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Posted by: RECON828

Posted by: teh Chaz
Posted by: oaklandp8ntbalr
Why not go to the gym?
It's pretty pricey

That, and that I don't have the time. I'm movies cities next month and am getting a fresh start there so will consider it then.

For now, though, I'm not sure of the benefits. I know there are some, but are they necessary?


Gyms make things so much easier and so much more convenient. If you really want to get serious about bulking, a huge variety of dumbbells, barbells, machines, and other equipment will be necessary...all of which can be found at a gym.

They may not be as pricey as you think. My first membership at 24 hour fitness was about 20 bucks a month.
I'm now paying a more expensive plan which gives access to all their gyms, including locations that have Olympic sized swimming pools and multiple basketball courts, for 40 bucks a month.

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  • 08.14.2012 5:22 PM PDT
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Dude, I've been wondering, is there any way to like work out and get muscle but to not ruin a slim or slender frame? Like not to get a -blam!- block-ish frame?

  • 08.14.2012 5:25 PM PDT

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Posted by: Xanarxses
Dude, I've been wondering, is there any way to like work out and get muscle but to not ruin a slim or slender frame? Like not to get a -blam!- block-ish frame?


Of course. Ottermode.

It all depends for how long you keep lifting, and how much you lift. Not to mention keeping a decent diet and such.

Getting huge like people you see in movies and magazines takes YEARS of effort. It's a very slow process.

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  • 08.14.2012 5:28 PM PDT

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Posted by: Carly Rae Jepson
Is there a way to get from ottermode to athletic? Right now I can tell Im headed for ottermode.
Lift and eat

  • 08.14.2012 5:32 PM PDT

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Posted by: Carly Rae Jepson
Is there a way to get from ottermode to athletic? Right now I can tell Im headed for ottermode.


Yes. Keep lifting and EAT.

A lot of people get the skinny muscular look because they work out but don't supplement their diet with the proper nutrients. As a result, their muscles may get somewhat stronger, but they won't grow much. (There's a difference between a big muscle and a strong muscle)

I kid you not, diet is probably 70% of muscle size gain. That's a fact.

2500 calories a day plus LOTS OF PROTEIN, at least 1 gram per pound of body fat. Instead of eating junk food, eat high-protein foods instead. Junk food is just empty space that could have been have something beneficial instead.

Also, Whey protein shakes are a great, easy way to get extra protein.

[Edited on 08.14.2012 5:36 PM PDT]

  • 08.14.2012 5:35 PM PDT
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Posted by: Xanarxses
Dude, I've been wondering, is there any way to like work out and get muscle but to not ruin a slim or slender frame? Like not to get a -blam!- block-ish frame?


Of course. Ottermode.

It all depends for how long you keep lifting, and how much you lift. Not to mention keeping a decent diet and such.

Getting huge like people you see in movies and magazines takes YEARS of effort. It's a very slow process.

that sounds... hmmm acceptable, because quite frankly I like my frame the way it is. So... are gyms really worth the money?

  • 08.14.2012 5:43 PM PDT

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Posted by: Xanarxses

Posted by: oaklandp8ntbalr

Posted by: Xanarxses
Dude, I've been wondering, is there any way to like work out and get muscle but to not ruin a slim or slender frame? Like not to get a -blam!- block-ish frame?


Of course. Ottermode.

It all depends for how long you keep lifting, and how much you lift. Not to mention keeping a decent diet and such.

Getting huge like people you see in movies and magazines takes YEARS of effort. It's a very slow process.

that sounds... hmmm acceptable, because quite frankly I like my frame the way it is. So... are gyms really worth the money?


I think so, yes. If walk into the gym with a purpose, they are absolutely worth it.

  • 08.14.2012 5:49 PM PDT