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Bree, you're 16 years young. That means you're excused for making the request you've made.
Positive/Negative
Anabolic/Catabolic
Man/Woman
Bulk/Define
Fadi.
You need to stop using machines and get onto a good free weight program mate. The beginners program around here would be perfect for you. Honestly, that program does not look very good at all.
As for bulk and cut, these have to be done at different times. First you bulk and then you cut.
excused for making the request i have made? sorry, dont really understand that bit, care to explain more?
Care to tell us all what category you would like to fall into then, so as to possibly provide you with some (as you've put it), CONSTRUCTIVE criticism ?Hey everyone, i am new to bodybuilding (although i dont intend nor want to fall into the "bodybuilding" category)
You just tell me which part you did not understand Chris, and I'll be more than happy to break it down for you. What you have quoted above was a preface to my answer. Please quote the whole answer then tell me if you're still haveing a problem in understanding my message.
Care to tell us all what category you would like to fall into then, so as to possibly provide you with some (as you've put it), CONSTRUCTIVE criticism ?
Thank you for your time Chris.
PS: We can play verbal gymnastic all day, but I would much prefer you get the help you're seeking. I believe Josh has done a great job in modifying your program. Well done Josh.
Fadi.
Hi Breebree, Fadi is saying that bulking and cutting are two very different things, opposite in fact;
Positive/Negative
Anabolic/Catabolic
Man/Woman
Bulk/Define
So I belive the request Fadi is rfefering to, is your request to bulk and gain. As Josh said bulk first then cut. But sadly it will take time and lots of effort and a good diet to bulk up.
Good luck,
Mike.
P.S. It's a good idea to listen to what Fadi has to say.
PTC/Markos has written an excellent beginners program in another thread. I wish I had something like that when I started out. However Josh_GTiR's that he's listed here is a good one too. Machines are good in the fact that they are safe and ensure good form, however free weights cause you to use your stabilizers and throwing balance into the equation makes the exercise more effective (something machines cant do)
I dont workout in a gym anymore, however when I was at the gym I'd choose a free weight squat over a smith machine squat. Had to drop a little weight but its more effective. Now I just do it at home.
Remember we cant correct your form from here, you may want to hire a PT to teach you how to correctly do all the major free weight lifts - just in case. That's one of the most common mistakes I saw from newcomers when I was starting out. However the fact your asking for advice rather than doing your own thing is a good sign.
can you link me to this beginners thread please?
But as Tall_Tim has already said, Josh did provide you with a good program also. Wow, everyone wants to help young Chris! Welcome to the Ausbb team brother!
Fadi.
Squat 3 x 10
Bench press 3 x 8
Bent row 3 x 8
Military press 3 x 8
SLDL 3 x 8
BB curl 3 x 8
How would i incorperate both of these into each other? minus all machine work.
Chris, there's nothing to incorporate here. The above is done 3 times a week and Bob's your uncle! Do that for 3 months then we'll talk.
No going to failure but leaving a rep or two in the tank always. Increase by 2.5kg as the lifts get easier to force muscle adaptation. Eat like a horse, no...Make that two horses, sleep well and ask mum to buy you some new shirts!
Fadi.
so basically the more i eat the bigger/stronger ill become?
This takes us back to square one. You haven't even committed yourself to training 3 months solid and you're talking about losing fat and looking like the model you've posted up.that being said, i also want to be very lean and cut i will post a picture soon.
No, the more you eat the fatter you'll become...unless you give a good solid reason for the surplus calories to build some muscles on you. That is why you're training with mainly compound exercises; they are that reason.
This takes us back to square one. You haven't even committed yourself to training 3 months solid and you're talking about losing fat and looking like the model you've posted up.
First thing's first.
Let's look at the alternative (which you may like, I don't know) of eating as you are now and training solid for three months. Now I've seen your avatar in your profile, and you look smaller than the model you've posted. By not increasing your calories, you will blow this guy away in the ripped to shreds department; but you'll be smaller than you are now.
So the choice is yours: build then trim; or trim and become ripped and small?
I think I'm just repeating myself here Chris, I've said all the above to you before...
PS: Let Ausbb know when you make a definitive decision of what your priorities are. Thanks.
Fadi.
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