Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (mountaineer20) — Thu, 21 May 2009 10:20:45 GMT

Yeah, that's what I meant. Sorry 'bout that. More frequent, smaller meals. That should keep your energy levels at more of a steady rate, rather than peaks and valley.

I don't think that your workouts sound excessive. And the days off to rest and recover are key.

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (unpretentious username) — Thu, 21 May 2009 10:20:16 GMT

Anybody know if this Spirulina is all it's cracked up to be?

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feeds@yuku.com (Zzunk) — Thu, 21 May 2009 10:17:04 GMT

My workouts are mornings, between 6:30 and 8:30, depending on how fast I'm going that day. Usually 5 days a week. The free weights is simply a break from the boring cardio -- nothing heavy -- just to maintain strength for a mid-40s guy. I'll try smaller, more protein, but more frequent meals (I think that's Mountie intended). This will take some adjustment since I'm a light breakfast and average lunch person. Thanks!

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (mountaineer20) — Thu, 21 May 2009 08:57:44 GMT

Zzunk, try smaller meals with more protein in them.

You're working out a lot, so you'll need some extra fuel. And the weightlifting means you need protein.

Pardon my ignorance, but are you a guy or a girl?

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feeds@yuku.com (kutabeach) — Thu, 21 May 2009 08:53:02 GMT

Has no one posted the CarrotTop pic yet?

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feeds@yuku.com (survivorjb2003) — Thu, 21 May 2009 08:45:07 GMT

I'd do cardio every day but not weights, and try it in the morning instead of at night.

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feeds@yuku.com (Beefcake) — Thu, 21 May 2009 07:27:23 GMT

How old are you? If you're over 25 and not a professional athlete, 70 minutes of exercise a day is insane. I don't think your problem is diet; I think you are way over-training.

I'd suggest cutting back to no more than 30 minutes a day, alternating cardio and weights on different days. And take a few days off, fer chrissakes!

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (Zzunk) — Thu, 21 May 2009 07:22:28 GMT

Question for the gym rats: What are your preferred foods?

Two months ago, I've increased my daily routine to 70+ minutes, of which 40 minutes is cardio, and 30 minutes is free weights. I found myself more tired by 5 pm, so I increased my sleep by an hour each night. Still, I'm more tired than ever by the time work is over (mostly paperpushing job). I don't want to reduce my routine, so maybe the problem is my fue intactl.

Whatcha peeps prefer to eat to keep you...

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (Beefcake) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 19:10:44 GMT

survivorjb2003 wrote:

Beefcake wrote:
OK, I'll agree with that. And like I said in my first post, weight training is just one part of a lifestyle that includes cardio, stretching and good nutrition.

Tell the good nutrition bit to 99% of bodybuilders. Most eat only protein and little fruits or vegetables.

I can...

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (survivorjb2003) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 19:09:12 GMT

Beefcake wrote:
OK, I'll agree with that. And like I said in my first post, weight training is just one part of a lifestyle that includes cardio, stretching and good nutrition.

Tell the good nutrition bit to 99% of bodybuilders. Most eat only protein and little fruits or vegetables.

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (Beefcake) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 19:07:52 GMT

OK, I'll agree with that. I like to laugh at the cardio freaks who run around for hours a day and look like walking cadavers.

And like I said in my first post, weight training is just one part of a lifestyle that includes cardio, stretching and good nutrition.

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (survivorjb2003) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:59:48 GMT

Beefcake wrote:
I don't understand where this assumption comes from that anyone who picks up a barbell suddenly gains 30 pounds of muscle. I'm a bit of a gym rat, and in pretty much every gym I've ever visited, I see very few people with well-developed physiques. Limit it to men over 30 (which is what I'm assuming the OP is) and I can count them on one hand. It takes years of consistent training for most people...

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feeds@yuku.com (Penelope McBagpipe) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:59:00 GMT

There was a woman at the gym today with quite literally the biggest bottom I've ever seen on a woman (but good for her etc)

When she got off the recumbent bike, the wet sweat stain around the back of her drawers was something that could never be humanly recreated.

I'd say she has a long road ahead of her.

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (Beefcake) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:53:31 GMT

I don't understand where this assumption comes from that anyone who picks up a barbell suddenly gains 30 pounds of muscle. I'm a bit of a gym rat, and in pretty much every gym I've ever visited, I see very few people with well-developed physiques. Limit it to men over 30 (which is what I'm assuming the OP is) and I can count them on one hand. It takes years of consistent training for most people to add a few pounds of muscle.

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feeds@yuku.com (Comrade Jerrifan) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:51:03 GMT

it will provide protein throughout the night

longer things sit in your digestive tract

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (survivorjb2003) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:43:15 GMT

Yes Jeff, weight lifting is good for you if you follow proper form as MoBlo said (for your joints). Weight bearing exercises (like weight lifting, yoga, pilates) strengthen the musculoskeletal system since stronger muscles necessitate the need for stronger bones. This is why when women have osteoporosis, they recommend they do weight bearing exercises as it spares calcium.

That being said, being a bodybuilder can have the same detrimental effects as being overweight. When a...

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (Penelope McBagpipe) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:16:59 GMT

Has anybody mentioned the gym screamers yet? You know, the ones who yell "AAAAARGH" every time they lift, usually followed by them checking out their gun profile in the gym mirrors?

I hate them SO MUCH

Re: Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (finishthemoff) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:16:31 GMT

Pilate and Everlast does wonder for my abs.

Free weight is only good if you are not stress out. If you are too busy, take classes instead.

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feeds@yuku.com (thriving sobi) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:15:05 GMT

Jesus lifted weights every day. But the only good it did him was being able to carry his own cross to his death.

So I say NO to wieght lifting.

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feeds@yuku.com (Vegazguy) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:16:01 GMT

i'm surprised she hasn't. she always appears when darko posts. she seems to follow him around. i wonder how weems feels about that relationship..............................

Is Weight Lifting Good For You?

feeds@yuku.com (JeffGator) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 08:20:08 GMT

I used to be really into bodybuilding, but after getting married I lost a lot of my motivation for being swoll--to look good for dating. Also i don't have so much extra time anymore.

I do cardio every day (I bike about an hour and a half, round-trip to my yeshiva). But i am wondering if it is actually good for you to lift weights. Since I'm a health nut, it would give me a good reason to start doing it again. People have told me that it is good for your bones, but I...