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2004/03/07, 10:37 PM
Hi everyone, first timer here. Ive been reading the forums every so often for tips and advice so I figure I finally post :)
Here is my sitation:
Around X-Mas I decided I had enough with my weight. At 6ft tall I was pushing 250 lbs with a waist size of about 40. I went on a calorie restricted diet with a total body weight training 2-3 times a week (with cardio) and once a week racquetball.
Now I am 30 lbs lighter (36 waist) and I feel so much better. I am starting to see some muscle definition under my body fat which I still have a decent amount of. Now my dilemna is: when should I start kicking up my weight training? Should I lose some more body fat and weight first? I originally set a weight goal at 199 (hehe I dont want a '2' in front of my weight). I used to be about 180 in high school but that was LONG ago, Im 34 now. I guess the question is how long did everyone stay on a beginners program before they went intermediate (split training, etc)?
Thanks in advance,
Dan
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2004/03/07, 10:57 PM
First off Daniel199, congratulations on getting your lifestyle together, and welcome to freetrainers.
Since you are around 12 weeks at it, your body needs a rest from the routine. Thats when it is time to take a week off.
I wouldn't be worried about classifying yourself into a level just yet. I still consider myself a beginner, but thats just me!
I would go into the "weight loss and definition training" program from here (8 week program) leave it at the beginner, or if you want take a look at the intermediate. and keep going with your nutrition.
Hope this helps and good luck.
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\"A will finds a way, failure is not an option\"
Ivan
carivan@freetrainers.com
Montreal Canada
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