Looking for a few workout tips. I would like to be, in better physical condition. A dietary regiment, would also help me extremely.

Can anyone help me please?

Regards,
Trav....... Quote

Travis You can go pvt with Stefano..He is a personal trainer Quote

Travis You can go pvt with Stefano..He is a personal trainer



Maybe one of these days I will peep in on him in pvt. again. Quote

I got the p90x as suggested by a very nice person here on the site. I was wondering if there is any other tips that someone could suggest to me. Thanks

Regards,
Travis James Quote

You haven't defined your goal. Is it to build bigger muscles or take what you have and tone it up? As for Dietary... Lean meats like poultry, fish and lots of veggies. As you lose weight you have a tendency to lose muscle mass as well so be sure to increase your protein accordingly. Finally water... water... water. Quote

You haven't defined your goal. Is it to build bigger muscles or take what you have and tone it up? As for Dietary... Lean meats like poultry, fish and lots of veggies. As you lose weight you have a tendency to lose muscle mass as well so be sure to increase your protein accordingly. Finally water... water... water.



Thank you

I'm just tired of looking like a retired porn star... If you know what I mean ( I miss my late teens/early twenties )

(muscles have decreased, body fat has slightly increased, strength has decreased, weight has dropped, even shorter an inch in height )

I would like to reverse these things.

What you have said here in your reply, is very helpful. ( Thank you again )

Basically I'm just looking for a couple suggestions for better exercise and eating habits. ( Food suggestions, Scheduling & Exercise Techniques )

I'm not interested in getting big and buff. Totally not the look I want. Just miss being 170 lbs. and lean. Seems like my age is slowing down my metabolism
or something. And it really sucks. I don't know many people in my area to ask nor am I in the position to pay a personal trainer. Especially at $12 a minute in Stefano's room So like I said, just looking for suggestions. Nothing that's going to break my wallet though.

As I mentioned I did get the p90x as suggested and plan to get another video series that was suggested as well. I am sure the videos will help me with the exercise techniques. But not so sure on the healthy eating habits. Any and all suggestions are more than appreciated.

Lastly. I also thought this might be a good topic to bring up in the forums. for a few reasons.

1.) I am not the only, "out of shape" male on the site. So others may read and learn something here.

2.) It can be great conversation. IMHO

3.) I may meet a member with similar interest who may want to meet me. If not at least there are great suggestions.
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You don't have to spend a lot of money to tone. With toning, it's controlled reps that count. Try a plastic gallon water jug filled with water, then do arm curls with it. Hold it out away from your body, lift and hold. Stuff like that.

I'm a great cook. LOL I highly reccommend you cook more then you will be eating so that there is ALWAYS something in the fridge ready to eat if you get the screaming "FEED ME NOW" cravings. LOL Read labels. Often times Fat free has a lot more sugars and carbs in it to make up for the flavor lost with out the fat. Experiment with different spices. Use liberally. When reading labels, look at the fiber content, subtract that from the Total Carbs and that will give you the Net carbs. If you use canned veggies, rinse them first. You will get rid of most of the sodium (salt) that way. Use lemon juice and lime juice to add zip to your veggies once in a while. Use vinegar and Extra Virgin Olive Oil with lots of different spices for salad dressings. Olive oil is a good fat! Don't be afraid of beef or pork once in a while. It will help control the cravings as you go. Add extra veggies to canned or fresh soups. Adds volume and you will feel satisfied faster.

What makes you think that there aren't guys out here that would Love to meet you just the way you are? Do the above for YOU not for a mate. Quote

You don't have to spend a lot of money to tone. With toning, it's controlled reps that count. Try a plastic gallon water jug filled with water, then do arm curls with it. Hold it out away from your body, lift and hold. Stuff like that.

I'm a great cook. LOL I highly reccommend you cook more then you will be eating so that there is ALWAYS something in the fridge ready to eat if you get the screaming "FEED ME NOW" cravings. LOL Read labels. Often times Fat free has a lot more sugars and carbs in it to make up for the flavor lost with out the fat. Experiment with different spices. Use liberally. When reading labels, look at the fiber content, subtract that from the Total Carbs and that will give you the Net carbs. If you use canned veggies, rinse them first. You will get rid of most of the sodium (salt) that way. Use lemon juice and lime juice to add zip to your veggies once in a while. Use vinegar and Extra Virgin Olive Oil with lots of different spices for salad dressings. Olive oil is a good fat! Don't be afraid of beef or pork once in a while. It will help control the cravings as you go. Add extra veggies to canned or fresh soups. Adds volume and you will feel satisfied faster.

What makes you think that there aren't guys out here that would Love to meet you just the way you are? Do the above for YOU not for a mate.


I actually have been using 2 full gallon jugs and lifting them from, from straight down to a curl position, then up above my head. I do some with my hands together and then apart. I use a towel so that the weight is distributed towards the center of me. That way it's even and I don't fall into shit. lol I also do sit ups ( although they k*ll my back) I do push ups with hands spread and in diamond shape. I do regular curls with one arm and 1 jug and also 1 arm with 2 jugs and 2 arms 2 jugs and 2 arms 3 jugs. That pretty much covers my exercise as of now before the videos and any suggestions I get here.

Love the food suggestions Thank You

I wasn't saying that people don't wanna "meat" me with my body "as is." Because that would be a bold face lie. Just saying that this is an interest of mine. And now that I have shared it, someone else with this interest, may see that we have something in common. And they think," hey I didn't think Travis asd I had anything in common. That's why I never stopped by his room . But know I know we have something in common. So maybe now I will go to his room and learn more about him. And chat about our new found similar interest."

Regards,
Trav.......

This all sounds like very good advice! Much appreciated.



p.s. Not that I was trying to ADVERTISE myself or anything.. Quote

honestly just follow p90x to a t, its sucks at times your gonna hate it working out 6 days a week, trust me you will be cursing at the video by the end of it, i do but its a great work out, keeps ya in shape i look like im 145lbs but im barly 130lb its a good work out keeps ya healthy and in shape combined with eating right, tho i do go to taco bell more then i should but just stick to the work out and you will get in shape

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honestly just follow p90x to a t, its sucks at times your gonna hate it working out 6 days a week, trust me you will be cursing at the video by the end of it, i do but its a great work out, keeps ya in shape i look like im 145lbs but im barly 130lb its a good work out keeps ya healthy and in shape combined with eating right, tho i do go to taco bell more then i should but just stick to the work out and you will get in shape





Thank you Quote

As with any exercise video, don't despair if you can't keep up right from the start. Concentrate on doing the exercises with the correct form first, then try to keep up as your ability increases.

I admire anyone who can do the P90X video. I watched it ONCE. LMAO Quote

As with any exercise video, don't despair if you can't keep up right from the start. Concentrate on doing the exercises with the correct form first, then try to keep up as your ability increases.

I admire anyone who can do the P90X video. I watched it ONCE. LMAO



Yeah I am a bit intimidated by what i seen. But that actually makes me want it even more! I appreciate your encouragement very much.
Thank You.

Regards,
Trav....... Quote

Any comments on the Insanity Workout Program? Just downloaded it and it also looks a bit rough. (That's a good thing BTW ) Quote