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September 2, 2010
12:06 pm
strykerzetto145
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hey guys, i'm looking to build lean muscle and i wanted to know if anyone knows of a product that works for building lean muscle(not that water weight bulk stuff), i'm 5'8 155 and i work out at least 4 times a week i do freeweights,jogging,sprinting,push ups and dips etc. as well as recreational "rolling". any info will be appreciated.

September 2, 2010
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In the last year I've begun just getting a balanced diet (3 moderate meals a day with a small snack, such as a piece of fruit or something, in between each) and after each workout, I get a large protein boost. For me, the protein boost is downing 4 raw eggs in a tall glass of Vitamin D Whole milk (it builds character, haha, you get used to it). It might not sound appetizing, but eggs and milk are a huge source of a myriad of kinds of pure, natural protein. Protein, in turn, rebuilds your muscle fibers that were broken during the workout ("the burn") and, with a good stretch each night, keeps you from being sore then next day. The more natural protein and vitamins (within reason), the more your muscles will tone, strengthen, and quicken.

I've also used to use Body Fortress Whey Protein (basically the protein from milk in powder form), but I didn't see as much improvement as I did after I ran out and stuck to all natural protein intake. Of course, my results may vary because I'm only 17 and my body is still maturing, but I'm 5'10", 210lbs, I bench 280, squat 425, clean 235, run a 6:10 mile, run a 4.8 second 40 yard dash, and after a hard workout still push for 8 to 10 of Dr Sick and Coach Kiser's Thai Boxing and MMA training rounds.

That's just my take on it. Good, natural, wholesome protein and vitamins, and a lot of them. (Again, within reason) Also, I avoid soda pop and sugary, fatty foods if possible.

September 2, 2010
3:24 pm
Dickey

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My workout, if it helps your question, (not sure if you meant just supplements, or workout, too) is:

Four mile run on the highway at a pushing pace, with a 30 second walk at the halfway point.

30 pushups, 80 yard sprint, 15 chinups, 80 yard sprint back (one circut) x4

Core workout (100 crunches, 60 alligator crunches, 30 side crunches each side, 30 trunk rotations each way, 50 bridges/neck rolls) x3

Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday switch core with a good, full body weight lifting session (squat, bench, incline bench, curls, cleans, etc.)

20-30 of footwork, and striking/defensive technique (grappling every other day if I have a partner)

End with some of Khru's or Kiser's training rounds.

Note: If I'm ever feeling tough, throw in an extra rep/circut or two, or three, or ten. Beat the cockiness out of your head and show yourself that you aren't invincible. Also, don't ever settle for just taking it easy. If you're not feeling burned out at the end, do more. The harder you push, the tougher mentally and physically you'll become.

Good, 20 minute stretch.

Then right away hit the protein boost. Wink

Another note: I do this 5-6 times a week, only takes two hours or so. I try to get this all everytime, but it's kind of a long workout (2 to 2.5 hours) so sometimes has to get cut down. I also have school and a job, haha. On weekends I usually just go for a nice and easy morning run and simple bodyweight exercises. Give your body some time to rebuild and recouperate.

September 3, 2010
12:37 pm
strykerzetto145
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thanks for the advise dickey

September 3, 2010
3:22 pm
Dickey

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No problem. Not sure if I went over the top there. Kinda feels like it, haha. Also, I understand if my advice don't really apply or you don't fully accept it, because I'm sort of the kid around here, in case you haven't seen. I just hit 17 two weeks ago. I do, although, do much, much studying and training of all kinds of martial arts/physical fitness. Anyways, good luck with your training buddy!

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