Weight lifters... - Page 2

TYEster · 10-23-2009, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by No Worries

Niacin, Vitamin B3, seems to do the same thing. "Niacin causes your capillaries (small blood vessels) in your body to get wider (bigger)." From the following article: http://www.mens-total-fitness.com/niacin-flush.html

Dont forget Arginine, Beta-alanine, L-Citrulline malate, and L-Tyrosine.

All for the "greatest feeling you can get in a gym"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzI-UQ-JsaQ

Switch · 10-22-2009, 06:08 PM

I took Nitrix for a while and it made a difference. More blood got to my muscles, and other places.

zer0t · 10-23-2009, 07:14 AM

I take the Gaspari N02 I think it is called super pump. Usually around 40 bucks.

Sean · 10-23-2009, 11:49 AM

That's pretty normal. It varies. I've had mine checked and it registered 290 once, 350 once and 550 once.

Clay · 10-23-2009, 01:05 PM

If sleep is your problem...melatonin is what you need to try.

Second, are you using a quality protein and how soon after your workout? Spend more and get an isolate whey, not plain 'ole concentrate. Then, you need to take it within an hour of your workout, 30 mins is optimal. After an hour though, you might as well have not worked out.

Next, stop avoiding carbs. Carbs and protein TOGETHER. Your body needs them both. Unless you're trying to really loose weight, don't avoid fats like the plague. Eat the good stuff especially. Almonds and peanuts should be a regular part of your diet.

Anything after the basics is just a little "bonus". Creatine and all the other stuff will help, but it won't take the place of the base foundation of simple hard work, good protein and rest.

Flexin · 10-23-2009, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Triple

I've used melatonin for several months. It helps me fall asleep faster than normal, but it does not improve the quality of my sleep. It also makes it more difficult to get up the following morning and I feel no more rested than if I hadn't taken it. I'll use it if I have nothing to do other than turn in early, which isn't often.

I take in most of my carbs through fruits and vegetables. I eat oatmeal for breakfast some days, but I've cut out most other grains. Very little bread, rice, pasta, etc. I eat a lot of beans and nuts, and I'll include corn or potatoes with some dinners.

Melatonin should be taken at the same time every night. It helps reset your body and after a while you will start to get tired at that time with out it.

How much are you taking?

James

Homeslice · 10-23-2009, 05:37 PM

You're micro-managing the details, especially with all these supplements that really should only be used by someone who is actually competing in some way.

Start eating and sleeping at the same times, and your body will get into a regular routine where you'll become tired at the same time every night. Plus, do 40-45 min of cardio 3-4 days a week.

TYEster · 10-23-2009, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Homeslice

You're micro-managing the details, especially with all these supplements that really should only be used by someone who is actually competing in some way.

Start eating and sleeping at the same times, and your body will get into a regular routine where you'll become tired at the same time every night. Plus, do 40-45 min of cardio 3-4 days a week.

Sometimes the smallest oversight, can mean the biggest advantage.

pauldun170 · 10-24-2009, 12:59 AM

Screw all this. Just work one bodypart

http://www.totalprosports.com/blog/i...rn-day-popeye/

TYEster · 10-24-2009, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by pauldun170

Screw all this. Just work one bodypart

http://www.totalprosports.com/blog/i...rn-day-popeye/

I can understand the purpose. But seriously wtf. I remember using more muscles than JUST my forearm in armwrestling, since that's mainly for grip.

LOL that just looks funny though.

10-22-2009, 06:08 PM	#2
Switch dadbod Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: East TN Posts: 1,215	I took Nitrix for a while and it made a difference. More blood got to my muscles, and other places. __________________ It's fine.

10-23-2009, 07:14 AM	#3
zer0t Kneedragger Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Morris County, NJ Moto: 2003 FLSTCI 2008 KTM RC8 Posts: 179	I take the Gaspari N02 I think it is called super pump. Usually around 40 bucks. __________________ The true man wants two things: danger and play. For that reason he wants woman, as the most dangerous plaything. - Friedrich Nietzsche

10-23-2009, 11:49 AM	#4
Sean giggity Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: socal Moto: street, sumo & dirty Posts: 1,071	That's pretty normal. It varies. I've had mine checked and it registered 290 once, 350 once and 550 once.

10-23-2009, 01:05 PM	#5
Clay I know nothing... Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 134	If sleep is your problem...melatonin is what you need to try. Second, are you using a quality protein and how soon after your workout? Spend more and get an isolate whey, not plain 'ole concentrate. Then, you need to take it within an hour of your workout, 30 mins is optimal. After an hour though, you might as well have not worked out. Next, stop avoiding carbs. Carbs and protein TOGETHER. Your body needs them both. Unless you're trying to really loose weight, don't avoid fats like the plague. Eat the good stuff especially. Almonds and peanuts should be a regular part of your diet. Anything after the basics is just a little "bonus". Creatine and all the other stuff will help, but it won't take the place of the base foundation of simple hard work, good protein and rest.

10-23-2009, 05:37 PM	#7
Homeslice Elitist Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Moto: Gix 750 Posts: 11,351	You're micro-managing the details, especially with all these supplements that really should only be used by someone who is actually competing in some way. Start eating and sleeping at the same times, and your body will get into a regular routine where you'll become tired at the same time every night. Plus, do 40-45 min of cardio 3-4 days a week.