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2003/06/27, 10:20 AM
Cool just wondered about the resting issue on that. Good luck tonight knock them dead. So when will we see a old man Cd release?
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Squats are really a very good thing, but in my world, Deadlifts are King!!!!!!!!
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2003/06/27, 11:43 AM
Thanks, Mutt! The show is Saturday (tomorrow) night.
As far as CDs, actually we'll be heading to the studio this summer to work on our 4th CD. We have raised over $100,000 for local charities through benefit concerts and sales of our other 3 CDs, t-shirts, hats, etc. It beats AARP gambling trips to Jersey!
TSMD
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2003/06/27, 06:45 PM
TSMD,
That is so awesome and generous that you raise money for charities using your talent! I admire that...
..have been watching your titan training journal but never really commented. It looks like you're doing great. all the best to you
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2003/06/27, 07:26 PM
Well, "talent" is way too strong of a word for me, Tara, but thanks just the same! I'm very fortunate to be involved with a very talented group of guys. There's 9 of us and we have a blast. I think that's why we have such a following. People enjoy our live benefit shows because we truly love making music. And everything we do is for charitable causes. We don't get paid - we're there to have fun - and that shows through! Our motto - "The Best Band Money Can't Buy!"
Hey, thanks for the workout encouragement, too! Right back at ya!
TSMD
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2003/06/30, 07:30 AM
Monday June 30, 2003
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Week 2 – Chest Specialization Routine
<SET 1> . <SET 2> . <SET 3>
15 x 135 . 08 x 185 . 06 x 225 . ---> BB Bench Press (No rest between sets)
08 x 180 . 06 x 180 . 06 x 180 . ---> Incl Hammer Mach (2 minutes between sets)
12 x 300 . 12 x 300 . 10 x 300 . ---> Dip Mach (2 mins between sets)
15 x 220 . 15 x 220 . 15 x 220 . ---> Pec Deck (2 minutes between sets)
16 x 140 . 08 x 140 . 00 x 000 . ---> Flat Hammer Mach (2 minutes between sets)
15 x 120 . 10 x 140 . 08 x 160 . ---> Cable X-overs (1 minutes between sets)
40 minutes total.
New nutrition plan starts today. (Note that I didn't call it a "diet", Mutt!). 4 of my 8 meals are during work hours. I expect quite a few stares and some comments as well. "How you expect to lose weight eating all that food - and so often?!" Oh well, 184 days to go...
TSMD
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2003/06/30, 09:26 AM
keep it up and let them stare when you come in in jan with that buff bod ready for spring break they will be sooooo jealous!!!
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Squats are really a very good thing, but in my world, Deadlifts are King!!!!!!!!
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2003/06/30, 10:22 AM
Thanks Mutt! Everyone's encouragement really helps me. Plus, I'm using the whole cottage cheese thing to motivate me, too. Eating that nasty stuff makes me mad. And when I'm mad I push myself harder! LOL
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2003/06/30, 11:08 AM
MMMnnnnnnnmm Cottage cheese I love it!
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Squats are really a very good thing, but in my world, Deadlifts are King!!!!!!!!
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2003/07/01, 09:14 AM
Tuesday July 1, 2003
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Week 2 – Chest Specialization Routine
<SET 1> . <SET 2> . <SET 3>
15 x 270 . 15 x 270 . 10 x 270 . ---> Dips (No rest between sets)
15 x 060 . 18 x 060 . 00 x 000 . ---> Flyes (2 mins between sets)
12 x 120 . 14 x 110 . 00 x 000 . ---> Incline DB Press (0 minutes between sets)
12 x 120 . 12 x 120 . 12 x 120 . ---> Cable X-overs (2 minutes between sets)
20 minutes total.
Cardio: 40 minutes on stationary bike
TSMD
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2003/07/02, 07:16 AM
Wednesday July 2, 2003
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Week 2 – Chest Specialization Routine
Non-workout day.
Cardio Only: 40 minutes on the elliptical crosstrainer.
Ref cals: 650 (no, I don't believe that's accurate, but it's a reference point.)
TSMD
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2003/09/26, 05:49 PM
Dave, first I want to say Congrats! Looking at this program it looks like you should have a big S on your chest dude! Great job!
Secondly, when you were putting your log here, were you giving the sets and reps you could do or what the program called for?
Lastly, what in the world are ATF Squats and a Ham Tractor?
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The meek shall inherit the Earth, but the strong and muscular will carry them through it!
That which does not kill me can only make me stronger.
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2003/10/01, 01:37 PM
Yo Jplatz,
A big “S”, eh? Hardly! I’m just a old fart struggling to get into shape (by “shape” I mean something other than a large oval!). There are tons of other folks on this site whose dedication and drive I could never match... and who are certainly way more deserving of the “S” on the chest. But thank you very much for the compliment!
Now then, the #s of reps shown in my post are my actual reps. They are usually very close to the reps prescribed in the Titan Training program. On occasion, I’d be able to eek out one or two extra reps (which usually meant to increase the weight the next time). And, on other occasions, I’d have trouble hitting previous marks. I’m not into that whole holistic biorhythm thing, but I’d bet someone could analyze my reps and weights and figure out my good days and bad days... good moods, bad moods, lots of rest vs. poor night’s sleep. If you’re considering the program, just pick a weight that has you failing around the target rep. A couple more or less means you should probably adjust things accordingly next time. The number of sets I show is written in stone, though. I followed that pretty religiously.
ATF Squats! LOL. That’s my abbreviation for “A$$ To Floor” Squats. You know, squat so low that your butt nearly touches the floor. For some folks, it DOES touch. Me, I’m still not THAT flexible yet, but I’m working on it. The whole idea with ATF squats is to use full range of motion. Bottom out on the squat while maintaining perfect form. Don’t worry about the weight – worry about your form. The weight will come. As I stated before, I do not claim to be an expert by any stretch, but I think it’s just plain silly when people wear knee straps, lifting chalk, and take a whiff of smelling salts before doing a 10,000-pound squat in which they actually “squat” maybe 4 inches from the top, and then make a loud grunting noise to attract the attention of everyone in the gym! Just a waste in my humble opinion.
Ham Tractor /noun/ - A funky cabled weight machine that works the hamstrings when you’re too exhausted to do stiff legged dead lifts safely. It uses a selectorized weight stack and kind of looks like a gynecological exam chair LOL. You sit in it with a stationary pad that rests on top of your thighs (near the knees) and you place both legs atop a second pad that you curl down (against resistance), placing stress on your hammies. Probably considered to be a real sissy machine by most, but I really feel it in my hamstrings, so I use it. I was never one to give in to peer pressure!
Hope that helps, Jplatz. Good luck on your goals!
TSMD
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2003/10/01, 03:24 PM
Welcome back? Where the heck have you been I feel so alone!
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Eat More, Drink More, and Lift Harder than you thought you could, welcome to Becoming!
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2003/10/01, 04:24 PM
Lot's of stuff goin on, Muttster! Glad to be back, though. Hopefully I'm back full time! Man, I missed this place!
TSMD
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2003/10/01, 04:27 PM
well email me or something I have been in hell holding this here fort down whiel you and RW and others have fun.....not cool guys not cool at all!!!!
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Eat More, Drink More, and Lift Harder than you thought you could, welcome to Becoming!
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2003/10/01, 04:40 PM
Far from fun my friend! But, from the looks of things, you done good! Wow, an online training journal feature! Cool. I think I may do that!
Sounds like you've been going through some crises of your own, there, Muttster. I hope you, the Misses, and Mutt Jr. are all hangin' in. You gotta focus your energies Mutt. Man, you could motivate and inspire anyone to pick up a barbell or learn to like squats. You got a gift, man. Use it to get through the tough times. You're a strong guy with a strong will. You will get through all the BS, and will come out a better person in the end... you just might be a little wiser... and A LITTLE OLDER! HA!
So, you gonna start a journal? I see your name on one, but it is noticably empty! Hey, pushups, situps, jumping jacks, deep knee bends, stretching, jumping rope, they all work! And you can start out easy during your recovery!
Hang in there buddy! And no Oreos, dammit!
TSMD
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2003/10/01, 04:52 PM
Well we are doing all right so far. I am about a month or so away from the gym I think. I have some equipment I can use and plan to start hard at it next week. And as for the oreos I have kicked that habit by eating POPTARTS! Ymmmmuuuyy
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Eat More, Drink More, and Lift Harder than you thought you could, welcome to Becoming!
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2003/10/01, 06:14 PM
Pop Tarts? YUK! Remember, you are what you eat! LOL
TSMD
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2003/10/02, 01:55 PM
Thanks Dave, now I understand a bit better. I'm going to look for that book at the halfprice bookstore, but I may go ahead and buy it, even though i'm going to "borrow" what you put here first.
A few of these folks here may not be experts, but, like yourself, are great sources of information and inspiration. Keep up the great work!
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The meek shall inherit the Earth, but the strong and muscular will carry them through it!
That which does not kill me can only make me stronger.
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2003/10/02, 02:19 PM
Good luck Jeff. Just remember to eat lots of protein and get as much rest as possible.
So, are you going to keep an online journal of your efforts and results? I hope you do. It keeps you motivated and inspires others!
TSMD
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2003/10/02, 04:39 PM
So, how's the eating plan going? I have messed mine up so many times over the summer, that I'm not surprised I haven't lost any more 'pounds'. I do feel like I am getting slimmer and firmer in several areas. I think that is from lifting as heavy as I can (for a 'girl'). Glad to have ya back.
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~Victoria~
...There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.--Beverly Sills
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2003/10/02, 08:17 PM
Yo AZ!
Thanks for the welcome back! I'm guilty, too, of a few diet deviations, but I'm still losing--and still very committed... slowly but surely reaching my goal. New workout has me hungry all the time -- and it's only my FIRST WEEK! LOL
Slimmer and firmer is great. That means you're adding muscle. That boosts your metabolism and THAT is a good thing. Keep lifting heavy, and watch your form!
TSMD
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2003/10/03, 05:49 PM
Well, maybe my feelings are right. This morning while I was standing at the stove making my usual boring breakfast of oats and eggwhites my husband walked into the kitchen and did a double take that had me asking him, 'WHAT?' He said 'you look like you've lost a lot of weight!'. Yippee!!! I think he is so used to me complaining about not being able to lose actual pounds that he forgets to look at me objectively. Whatever the reason, it sure felt GOOD!
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~Victoria~
...There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.--Beverly Sills
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2004/11/23, 10:46 AM
hey im new live in northern ireland just thaught id ask for some tips losing fat and gaining muscle.
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2005/10/06, 05:30 AM
I am a 19 year old seeking to change my dietary habits in order to get "back" into shape. I am 5'7 135 lbs. Normal Hieght to wieght would seem right on but I am been smoking since I got out of highschool, and I have not been much more active than work. I am not sure what to eat in order to gain my physical "wellness", on a nutritional level, and have more energy to burn. I need to get in shape because I plan on leaving for the Army soon and I need to excel.
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L!V3 0R D!3 7RY!NG
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2005/10/06, 11:09 AM
cHr0m3...Welcome to FT. Rather then posting on year old threads you'll find it more usefull to use the fitbuddy search at the bottom of the screen to look up specific questions. If you can't find an answer then feel free to post a new thread in the appropriate area and we'll be happy to answer any questions you have.
However after only a year or so it doesn't sound like you're too out of shape. I'm 31 and just started getting back in shape about 8 months ago and I'm in the best shape I've been in since High school. Also yes I did smoke in and after high school. Drop the cigs, and get a gym membership. Do 30 minutes of cardio 2-3 days a week and pick you up a weight training program from here and do that on 3 days a week as well, if you do cardio and weights on the same day try to split them up by at least 6-8 hours. Since you don't have to worry about losing a lot of weight then you should see good muscular gains fairly rapidly. If you're joining the Army then you might consider running as your cardio to get your legs conditioned for Boot Camp.
Good luck and keep us posted.
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2008/09/08, 07:00 PM
I've used Leo's system for years.
It's off-the-chart great...if you want to get seriously strong and buff and it really great shape then do it.
I never do cardio...when I goof off and get out of shape, my resting heart rate is approx. 66, after 12 weeks on the program, it pegs around 44.
You can expect a 300+ bench and at least 405 if not 450 squat... that's if you're not a bad ass when you start.
Bottom-line... I dare anyone to try it, follow it thorougly and then report back in 12 weeks and not be seriously strong and have packed on at least 8 -10 lbs lean muscle.. but it's very hard.
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