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[Mobster]

Until last week, my PB on incline bench was 55kg. Today I did 65kg for 5

That's a HUGE PR!

 

[Wheels85]

@HarleyGuy Thanks, mate.

 

[stevesmi]

More PB's again today. The extra 125mg of test and Var are doing their thing. Until last week, my PB on incline bench was 55kg. Today I did 65kg for 5, and 60kg for 3 sets, doing 9,7 and 6 reps each. Concentration curls PB last week of 15.5kg. Today I did 16kg for 3 sets of 8 reps each. Really makes me wonder how much I would be lifting if not for the spinal cord injury. I don't have my legs to plant on bench, and I'm missing a big chunk of my forearms (especially the left side), which would be huge for bicep curls. I feel like I'm finally losing weight now that I've reduced calories, but my strength is only going up. I swear I look bigger in person. I take photos, and it looks like I don't even lift. FML.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench	60kg(3 reps) 65kg (1 rep)	4	9,5,7,6
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg 15kg (1 rep)	4	10,10,8,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (3reps) 15kg (1rep)	4	8,8,8,10
Pec Dec	70kg	3	20,10,10
Ez Bar Skull Crushers	30kg	4	9,8,9,7
Hammer Curls	12.5kg	4	10,8,9,8
Dips	16kg vest	3	21,15,20

@Wheels85 you're looking really good on this. Nice job on the different sets and the exercises.

 

[HarleyGuy]

@HarleyGuy Thanks, mate.

Yes Wheels!!! Repping EVO!! Looks great on your bro! Very well earned and deserved. EVO family love your way bro!

 

[Ulter]

More PB's again today. The extra 125mg of test and Var are doing their thing. Until last week, my PB on incline bench was 55kg. Today I did 65kg for 5, and 60kg for 3 sets, doing 9,7 and 6 reps each. Concentration curls PB last week of 15.5kg. Today I did 16kg for 3 sets of 8 reps each. Really makes me wonder how much I would be lifting if not for the spinal cord injury. I don't have my legs to plant on bench, and I'm missing a big chunk of my forearms (especially the left side), which would be huge for bicep curls. I feel like I'm finally losing weight now that I've reduced calories, but my strength is only going up. I swear I look bigger in person. I take photos, and it looks like I don't even lift. FML.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench	60kg(3 reps) 65kg (1 rep)	4	9,5,7,6
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg 15kg (1 rep)	4	10,10,8,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (3reps) 15kg (1rep)	4	8,8,8,10
Pec Dec	70kg	3	20,10,10
Ez Bar Skull Crushers	30kg	4	9,8,9,7
Hammer Curls	12.5kg	4	10,8,9,8
Dips	16kg vest	3	21,15,20

Seems like you're making good progress, which is good. At the end of the day, taking two steps forward and one step back is part of the process. @Wheels85

 

[ceo]

More PB's again today. The extra 125mg of test and Var are doing their thing. Until last week, my PB on incline bench was 55kg. Today I did 65kg for 5, and 60kg for 3 sets, doing 9,7 and 6 reps each. Concentration curls PB last week of 15.5kg. Today I did 16kg for 3 sets of 8 reps each. Really makes me wonder how much I would be lifting if not for the spinal cord injury. I don't have my legs to plant on bench, and I'm missing a big chunk of my forearms (especially the left side), which would be huge for bicep curls. I feel like I'm finally losing weight now that I've reduced calories, but my strength is only going up. I swear I look bigger in person. I take photos, and it looks like I don't even lift. FML.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench	60kg(3 reps) 65kg (1 rep)	4	9,5,7,6
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg 15kg (1 rep)	4	10,10,8,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (3reps) 15kg (1rep)	4	8,8,8,10
Pec Dec	70kg	3	20,10,10
Ez Bar Skull Crushers	30kg	4	9,8,9,7
Hammer Curls	12.5kg	4	10,8,9,8
Dips	16kg vest	3	21,15,20

Bros, you pumping this hard core for sure, and you know how to throw that iron around. @Wheels85 thats more then i did on my workout

 

[2Thick]

More PB's again today. The extra 125mg of test and Var are doing their thing. Until last week, my PB on incline bench was 55kg. Today I did 65kg for 5, and 60kg for 3 sets, doing 9,7 and 6 reps each. Concentration curls PB last week of 15.5kg. Today I did 16kg for 3 sets of 8 reps each. Really makes me wonder how much I would be lifting if not for the spinal cord injury. I don't have my legs to plant on bench, and I'm missing a big chunk of my forearms (especially the left side), which would be huge for bicep curls. I feel like I'm finally losing weight now that I've reduced calories, but my strength is only going up. I swear I look bigger in person. I take photos, and it looks like I don't even lift. FML.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench	60kg(3 reps) 65kg (1 rep)	4	9,5,7,6
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg 15kg (1 rep)	4	10,10,8,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (3reps) 15kg (1rep)	4	8,8,8,10
Pec Dec	70kg	3	20,10,10
Ez Bar Skull Crushers	30kg	4	9,8,9,7
Hammer Curls	12.5kg	4	10,8,9,8
Dips	16kg vest	3	21,15,20

@Wheels85 I like the concentration curls and the dumbbell tricep extensions. Good idea hitting both sides of the arms and I like how you hit them equally with four sets of each.

 

[ROIDDERS]

More PB's again today. The extra 125mg of test and Var are doing their thing. Until last week, my PB on incline bench was 55kg. Today I did 65kg for 5, and 60kg for 3 sets, doing 9,7 and 6 reps each. Concentration curls PB last week of 15.5kg. Today I did 16kg for 3 sets of 8 reps each. Really makes me wonder how much I would be lifting if not for the spinal cord injury. I don't have my legs to plant on bench, and I'm missing a big chunk of my forearms (especially the left side), which would be huge for bicep curls. I feel like I'm finally losing weight now that I've reduced calories, but my strength is only going up. I swear I look bigger in person. I take photos, and it looks like I don't even lift. FML.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench	60kg(3 reps) 65kg (1 rep)	4	9,5,7,6
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg 15kg (1 rep)	4	10,10,8,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (3reps) 15kg (1rep)	4	8,8,8,10
Pec Dec	70kg	3	20,10,10
Ez Bar Skull Crushers	30kg	4	9,8,9,7
Hammer Curls	12.5kg	4	10,8,9,8
Dips	16kg vest	3	21,15,20

Great job putting these exercises together. I like the different sets and reps that you're doing. Very good layout, and I like how you finish out with dips. Those aren't easy. @Wheels85

 

[ballin2504]

More PB's again today. The extra 125mg of test and Var are doing their thing. Until last week, my PB on incline bench was 55kg. Today I did 65kg for 5, and 60kg for 3 sets, doing 9,7 and 6 reps each. Concentration curls PB last week of 15.5kg. Today I did 16kg for 3 sets of 8 reps each. Really makes me wonder how much I would be lifting if not for the spinal cord injury. I don't have my legs to plant on bench, and I'm missing a big chunk of my forearms (especially the left side), which would be huge for bicep curls. I feel like I'm finally losing weight now that I've reduced calories, but my strength is only going up. I swear I look bigger in person. I take photos, and it looks like I don't even lift. FML.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench	60kg(3 reps) 65kg (1 rep)	4	9,5,7,6
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg 15kg (1 rep)	4	10,10,8,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (3reps) 15kg (1rep)	4	8,8,8,10
Pec Dec	70kg	3	20,10,10
Ez Bar Skull Crushers	30kg	4	9,8,9,7
Hammer Curls	12.5kg	4	10,8,9,8
Dips	16kg vest	3	21,15,20

@Wheels85 arms are looking big man! I can’t take pics worth a shit either lol it happens

 

[waggat]

More PB's again today. The extra 125mg of test and Var are doing their thing. Until last week, my PB on incline bench was 55kg. Today I did 65kg for 5, and 60kg for 3 sets, doing 9,7 and 6 reps each. Concentration curls PB last week of 15.5kg. Today I did 16kg for 3 sets of 8 reps each. Really makes me wonder how much I would be lifting if not for the spinal cord injury. I don't have my legs to plant on bench, and I'm missing a big chunk of my forearms (especially the left side), which would be huge for bicep curls. I feel like I'm finally losing weight now that I've reduced calories, but my strength is only going up. I swear I look bigger in person. I take photos, and it looks like I don't even lift. FML.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench	60kg(3 reps) 65kg (1 rep)	4	9,5,7,6
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg 15kg (1 rep)	4	10,10,8,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (3reps) 15kg (1rep)	4	8,8,8,10
Pec Dec	70kg	3	20,10,10
Ez Bar Skull Crushers	30kg	4	9,8,9,7
Hammer Curls	12.5kg	4	10,8,9,8
Dips	16kg vest	3	21,15,20

Awesome work with the PB's mate. This looks like a good workout.

With the photos, the main thing would be checking progress by comparing to previous ones. It's a good sign if you're noticing changes in person. The same happens with me. I'll see myself in a mirror and notice I'm looking leaner or bigger or whatever. Sometimes the photos might not show it though.

 

[Allupfromhere]

Fuck big jump in the pb brother fuck yeah!

Okay, firstly, I'm still fat. But... I feel like I'm starting to see the beginning of something positive. My lats have gotten wider; people have even commented that they can see them when I'm sitting in my chair. Okay, the "people" is just my mum, but I'll take whatever ego boost I can get, haha. Once the weight is gone, I feel like the V would be way more pronounced. My delts and traps have put on size. My biceps too, I'm not tensing in this pic, just how my fingers sit. I probably have like 60% of my pecs left on my left side and even less on my right, but I even see progress in my chest. Overall, I think it will be night and day once I lose about 8kg, just gotta do it. I don't think what I'm seeing is copium. I'm my harshest critic, so if I'm seeing progress, I think it's genuine. The gut needs to go! To say I hate it is an understatement.

I know you guys are experienced, but my situation is different. Week 8 now, so if the 1600-1800 calories were right for me, I'd be losing weight by now. Time to cut the calories down IMO. Anyway, this is me giving myself a rare compliment.


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Arms and shoulders looking strong brother, the weight will drop no doubt

 

[Wheels85]

What do you guys think of this? Thinking of buying it. https://www.overdrivesports.com.au/...plate-loaded-functional-trainer-cable-machine

 

[Pigsy]

What do you guys think of this? Thinking of buying it. https://www.overdrivesports.com.au/...plate-loaded-functional-trainer-cable-machine

I like it, I brought similar for my home gym

 

[LevButlerov]

What do you guys think of this? Thinking of buying it. https://www.overdrivesports.com.au/...plate-loaded-functional-trainer-cable-machine

Should be effective as a unit @Pigsy is the pro on home gyms @Wheels85

@BeMe @HarleyGuy @s.gentz
@Allupfromhere @Dreamer @Freki @R.AP
@waggat @Yuri @rizzlekdizzle @Grumpy
@SPOONMAN366 @coolguy77711

 

[Pigsy]

Should be effective as a unit @Pigsy is the pro on home gyms @Wheels85

@BeMe @HarleyGuy @s.gentz
@Allupfromhere @Dreamer @Freki @R.AP
@waggat @Yuri @rizzlekdizzle @Grumpy
@SPOONMAN366 @coolguy77711

Done a lot of resesrch on home gym equipment, and searching for sales

 

[Allupfromhere]

Done a lot of resesrch on home gym equipment, and searching for sales

Yours is a pro gym at this stage brother haha

 

[Dreamer]

What do you guys think of this? Thinking of buying it. https://www.overdrivesports.com.au/...plate-loaded-functional-trainer-cable-machine

Being plate loaded would be the way that way you arent as limited with pin loaded plates

 

[Noah Wixx]

More PB's again today. The extra 125mg of test and Var are doing their thing. Until last week, my PB on incline bench was 55kg. Today I did 65kg for 5, and 60kg for 3 sets, doing 9,7 and 6 reps each. Concentration curls PB last week of 15.5kg. Today I did 16kg for 3 sets of 8 reps each. Really makes me wonder how much I would be lifting if not for the spinal cord injury. I don't have my legs to plant on bench, and I'm missing a big chunk of my forearms (especially the left side), which would be huge for bicep curls. I feel like I'm finally losing weight now that I've reduced calories, but my strength is only going up. I swear I look bigger in person. I take photos, and it looks like I don't even lift. FML.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench	60kg(3 reps) 65kg (1 rep)	4	9,5,7,6
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg 15kg (1 rep)	4	10,10,8,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (3reps) 15kg (1rep)	4	8,8,8,10
Pec Dec	70kg	3	20,10,10
Ez Bar Skull Crushers	30kg	4	9,8,9,7
Hammer Curls	12.5kg	4	10,8,9,8
Dips	16kg vest	3	21,15,20

Congrats wheels on the PBs awesome feeling when the compounds hit and out of nowhere u just put the weight up

 

[BeMe]

What do you guys think of this? Thinking of buying it. https://www.overdrivesports.com.au/...plate-loaded-functional-trainer-cable-machine

Never heard of that brand.

Try and image search on Google. It looks like a white label product and you might find one for cheaper

 

[Wheels85]

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench Press	60kg (2sets) 55kg (2sets)	4	9,6,10,9
Dumbbell Tricep Extensions	16kg	4	10,12,10,10
Concentration Curls	16k (2sets) 15kg(2sets)	4	8,8,8,8
Ez Bar Skull Crushers	30kg	3	12,12,12
Pec Dec	70kg	4	19,12,12,11
Dips	16kg weighted vest	3	22,18,15
Hammer Curls	12.5kg(1sets) 13.6kg (2sets)	3	12,10,10

 

[LevButlerov]

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench Press	60kg (2sets) 55kg (2sets)	4	9,6,10,9
Dumbbell Tricep Extensions	16kg	4	10,12,10,10
Concentration Curls	16k (2sets) 15kg(2sets)	4	8,8,8,8
Ez Bar Skull Crushers	30kg	3	12,12,12
Pec Dec	70kg	4	19,12,12,11
Dips	16kg weighted vest	3	22,18,15
Hammer Curls	12.5kg(1sets) 13.6kg (2sets)	3	12,10,10

Strong day today but a bit low on the macros @Wheels85
I like the dips one of my favorite, really will tighten you up.
how are you feeling?

 

[Wheels85]

Strong day today but a bit low on the macros @Wheels85
I like the dips one of my favorite, really will tighten you up.
how are you feeling?

I'm not overly concerned about hitting my protein macros every day exactly. Some days I'll be over the protein needed, some days I'll be a little under. As long as my diets clean, lifts are progressing, and my cuts going well, that's my main concern for now. I weigh 60kg. 2g of protein per kg is going to be enough for me to grow. I'm finally losing weight now, I'm not stuffing down too much food while still hitting PBs and gaining size. Happy with where I'm headed.

 

[LevButlerov]

I'm not overly concerned about hitting my protein macros every day exactly. Some days I'll be over the protein needed, some days I'll be a little under. As long as my diets clean, lifts are progressing, and my cuts going well, that's my main concern for now. I weigh 60kg. 2g of protein per kg is going to be enough for me to grow. I'm finally losing weight now, I'm not stuffing down too much food while still hitting PBs and gaining size. Happy with where I'm headed.

Good to hear you're smooth on the food as long as you feel good lets keep going! @Wheels85 EVO family support your way!

 

[waggat]

What do you guys think of this? Thinking of buying it. https://www.overdrivesports.com.au/...plate-loaded-functional-trainer-cable-machine

Dual adjustable cables are an awesome piece for a home gym. Can you find reviews on that particular brand / piece?

 

[Wheels85]

30min cardio before bed.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Reverse Delt Fly	9kg	3	12,13,14
Dumbbell Shoulder Press	16kg	3	9,9,8
Shurgs	17.5kg	3	30,30,20
Side Delt Raises	8kg	3	12,12,12
Shoulder Flys	11.3kg	3	12,12,12
Dumbbell Row	17.5kg	3	20,16,16

 

[LevButlerov]

30min cardio before bed.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Reverse Delt Fly	9kg	3	12,13,14
Dumbbell Shoulder Press	16kg	3	9,9,8
Shurgs	17.5kg	3	30,30,20
Side Delt Raises	8kg	3	12,12,12
Shoulder Flys	11.3kg	3	12,12,12
Dumbbell Row	17.5kg	3	20,16,16

Good macros you're staying steady @Wheels85
I like the training, how do you feel now on strength?

 

[stevesmi]

30min cardio before bed.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Reverse Delt Fly	9kg	3	12,13,14
Dumbbell Shoulder Press	16kg	3	9,9,8
Shurgs	17.5kg	3	30,30,20
Side Delt Raises	8kg	3	12,12,12
Shoulder Flys	11.3kg	3	12,12,12
Dumbbell Row	17.5kg	3	20,16,16

@Wheels85 excellent job hitting the cardio before bed, getting it out of the way. This way, tomorrow you don't have so much pressure.

 

[Ulter]

30min cardio before bed.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Reverse Delt Fly	9kg	3	12,13,14
Dumbbell Shoulder Press	16kg	3	9,9,8
Shurgs	17.5kg	3	30,30,20
Side Delt Raises	8kg	3	12,12,12
Shoulder Flys	11.3kg	3	12,12,12
Dumbbell Row	17.5kg	3	20,16,16

You are an awesome dude for sure. This is a great workout. Not only hit the cardio, but also the training is hard core. @Wheels85

 

[ceo]

30min cardio before bed.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Reverse Delt Fly	9kg	3	12,13,14
Dumbbell Shoulder Press	16kg	3	9,9,8
Shurgs	17.5kg	3	30,30,20
Side Delt Raises	8kg	3	12,12,12
Shoulder Flys	11.3kg	3	12,12,12
Dumbbell Row	17.5kg	3	20,16,16

Bros, you are definitely a machine on this. @Wheels85 nice upper body work. I like the shrugs and shoulder press.

 

[Wheels85]

Good macros you're staying steady @Wheels85
I like the training, how do you feel now on strength?

Strength is good. PB on rear delt flys. Shoulder press feels strong.

 

[Pigsy]

Strength is good. PB on rear delt flys. Shoulder press feels strong.

Must be great feeling hitting PB'S

 

[Mobster]

30min cardio before bed.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Reverse Delt Fly	9kg	3	12,13,14
Dumbbell Shoulder Press	16kg	3	9,9,8
Shurgs	17.5kg	3	30,30,20
Side Delt Raises	8kg	3	12,12,12
Shoulder Flys	11.3kg	3	12,12,12
Dumbbell Row	17.5kg	3	20,16,16

My kinda brief workout

 

[Wheels85]

My kinda brief workout

I would like to do more for back, but until I move and build my new gym, I'm limited in what I can do with dumbbells. Gets the job done good enough for now.

 

[2Thick]

I would like to do more for back, but until I move and build my new gym, I'm limited in what I can do with dumbbells. Gets the job done good enough for now.

@Wheels85 I think rows are the best thing for the back. As long as you're doing those, that is the best thing. Overhead pulls are very much stressful on your neck and your shoulders.

 

[ROIDDERS]

30min cardio before bed.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Reverse Delt Fly	9kg	3	12,13,14
Dumbbell Shoulder Press	16kg	3	9,9,8
Shurgs	17.5kg	3	30,30,20
Side Delt Raises	8kg	3	12,12,12
Shoulder Flys	11.3kg	3	12,12,12
Dumbbell Row	17.5kg	3	20,16,16

We got all the confidence in you. You are going to continue to kick ass. I like how you're mixing the cardio and the weight training. That's good discipline. @Wheels85

 

[LevButlerov]

Strength is good. PB on rear delt flys. Shoulder press feels strong.

perfect lets keep going

 

[Wheels85]

Ended up having a late night feed of lamb, scrambled eggs and cottage cheese last night so went lighter on the food today. 30mins cardio tonight. So fucking hot here. Would like to be doing more cardio, but the heat says no. With my spinal cord injury, I don't have the ability to regulate my body temp, so I have to be careful I don't literally fry myself.

 

[LevButlerov]

Ended up having a late night feed of lamb, scrambled eggs and cottage cheese last night so went lighter on the food today. 30mins cardio tonight. So fucking hot here. Would like to be doing more cardio, but the heat says no. With my spinal cord injury, I don't have the ability to regulate my body temp, so I have to be careful I don't literally fry myself.

Good day I like lamb and sometimes you just need to get the food in @Wheels85
I hope you're ok in this heat, AC all working right?

@BeMe @HarleyGuy @s.gentz
@Allupfromhere @Pigsy @Dreamer @Freki @R.AP
@waggat @Yuri @rizzlekdizzle @Grumpy
@coolguy77711

 

[Pigsy]

Good day I like lamb and sometimes you just need to get the food in @Wheels85
I hope you're ok in this heat, AC all working right?

@BeMe @HarleyGuy @s.gentz
@Allupfromhere @Pigsy @Dreamer @Freki @R.AP
@waggat @Yuri @rizzlekdizzle @Grumpy
@coolguy77711

And it's only heating up

 

[Dreamer]

Ended up having a late night feed of lamb, scrambled eggs and cottage cheese last night so went lighter on the food today. 30mins cardio tonight. So fucking hot here. Would like to be doing more cardio, but the heat says no. With my spinal cord injury, I don't have the ability to regulate my body temp, so I have to be careful I don't literally fry myself.

Still getting it in though, weapon.
Bro that meal sounds amazing

 

[Wheels85]

Good day I like lamb and sometimes you just need to get the food in @Wheels85
I hope you're ok in this heat, AC all working right?

@BeMe @HarleyGuy @s.gentz
@Allupfromhere @Pigsy @Dreamer @Freki @R.AP
@waggat @Yuri @rizzlekdizzle @Grumpy
@coolguy77711

I'm working out in the garage, no AC. It's easy, 10 degrees hotter in there. Got a fan and a water bottle, and a spray bottle, but it's still hotter than hell. Today's session was fucking brutal. Drank 4 litres of water during the workout alone.

 

[LevButlerov]

I'm working out in the garage, no AC. It's easy, 10 degrees hotter in there. Got a fan and a water bottle, and a spray bottle, but it's still hotter than hell. Today's session was fucking brutal. Drank 4 litres of water during the workout alone.

any way to get a portable AC unit or out of budget? @Wheels85

 

[Wheels85]

any way to get a portable AC unit or out of budget? @Wheels85

No point. I'll be buying a house in a few weeks. Definitely putting an air con in my new garage gym

 

[LevButlerov]

No point. I'll be buying a house in a few weeks. Definitely putting an air con in my new garage gym

understood

 

[Wheels85]

Bought some new Olympic plates. Pec dec PB. I could do more, but I'm within the 12-rep range. So, happy with that. Good session today. Arms are absolutely fried. No cardio. Way too hot. Rest day tomorrow.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench Press	60kg (2 sets) 62.5kg (2sets)	4	8,8,87
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg	4	12,10,8,8
Concentration Curls	16kg	4	9,8,87
Ez bar skull crushers	30kg	4	12,11,8,7
Pec Dec	77kg	3	13,10,9
Hammer Curls	13.5kg	3	10,11,11
Dips	16kg weighted vest	3	25,16,12

 

[Wheels85]

So, I've decided on these 2. Probably just a seated row machine and I'm good to go. Could probably even just use the functional trainer for that and use the $ for my next cycle, haha

 

[Wheels85]

Overall, considering my disability I'm a pretty confident guy. I think I'm above average looking, less so now I'm in my 40s, but that happens to us all chair or no chair. But one thing I fucking HATE about myself that knocks my self confidence into the ground is my stomach. No stomach muscles due to my level of injury and due to my syrinx, plus years of sitting scoliosis has done a number on me. So, I don't post these pictures lightly. I was just sitting here wondering wtf am I gonna do. I've been eating under 1400 calories daily. Busting my ass in the gym, cardio and taking SLUU, but not losing weight. I thought to myself, put up a side by side picture from the last picture I posted and see if there's a difference. Personally, I think there is. I think I've clearly lost weight, and you can see it in the shape of my stomach. I think the side stick out less and even the shape of my stomach has changed (see arrow). What do you guys think? Please give me honest answers. If you don't think so, say so. I'll just work harder until I finish the job. Don't get me wrong, I still have a ways to go until I reach healthy BF levels. But, I think I'm on the right track. I don't know why my arms look so shit in pictures. I actually have a really nice left bicep but never shows up in pics.

 

[HarleyGuy]

Overall, considering my disability I'm a pretty confident guy. I think I'm above average looking, less so now I'm in my 40s, but that happens to us all chair or no chair. But one thing I fucking HATE about myself that knocks my self confidence into the ground is my stomach. No stomach muscles due to my level of injury and due to my syrinx, plus years of sitting scoliosis has done a number on me. So, I don't post these pictures lightly. I was just sitting here wondering wtf am I gonna do. I've been eating under 1400 calories daily. Busting my ass in the gym, cardio and taking SLUU, but not losing weight. I thought to myself, put up a side by side picture from the last picture I posted and see if there's a difference. Personally, I think there is. I think I've clearly lost weight, and you can see it in the shape of my stomach. I think the side stick out less and even the shape of my stomach has changed (see arrow). What do you guys think? Please give me honest answers. If you don't think so, say so. I'll just work harder until I finish the job. Don't get me wrong, I still have a ways to go until I reach healthy BF levels. But, I think I'm on the right track. I don't know why my arms look so shit in pictures. I actually have a really nice left bicep but never shows up in pics.

Bro I applaud you for posting these pics even if it was hard for you. You're a fuckin warrior bro with courage to just let it rip and show us!

You have CLEARLY lost weight in your stomach and your are CLEARLY leaner in your whole upper body and look harder. Your left bicep definitely has that round full muscle belly it's noticeable for sure so you might just be being hard on yourself like we all are. I hate all my pictures too.

It's been amazing watching your updates and seeing them keeping on coming and I'm pumped for your new home gym too!

 

[LevButlerov]

Bought some new Olympic plates. Pec dec PB. I could do more, but I'm within the 12-rep range. So, happy with that. Good session today. Arms are absolutely fried. No cardio. Way too hot. Rest day tomorrow.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Incline Bench Press	60kg (2 sets) 62.5kg (2sets)	4	8,8,87
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg	4	12,10,8,8
Concentration Curls	16kg	4	9,8,87
Ez bar skull crushers	30kg	4	12,11,8,7
Pec Dec	77kg	3	13,10,9
Hammer Curls	13.5kg	3	10,11,11
Dips	16kg weighted vest	3	25,16,12

Good day and power session with the weather now some days you need off from cardio @Wheels85

So, I've decided on these 2. Probably just a seated row machine and I'm good to go. Could probably even just use the functional trainer for that and use the $ for my next cycle, haha

those are good machines for your new house

Overall, considering my disability I'm a pretty confident guy. I think I'm above average looking, less so now I'm in my 40s, but that happens to us all chair or no chair. But one thing I fucking HATE about myself that knocks my self confidence into the ground is my stomach. No stomach muscles due to my level of injury and due to my syrinx, plus years of sitting scoliosis has done a number on me. So, I don't post these pictures lightly. I was just sitting here wondering wtf am I gonna do. I've been eating under 1400 calories daily. Busting my ass in the gym, cardio and taking SLUU, but not losing weight. I thought to myself, put up a side by side picture from the last picture I posted and see if there's a difference. Personally, I think there is. I think I've clearly lost weight, and you can see it in the shape of my stomach. I think the side stick out less and even the shape of my stomach has changed (see arrow). What do you guys think? Please give me honest answers. If you don't think so, say so. I'll just work harder until I finish the job. Don't get me wrong, I still have a ways to go until I reach healthy BF levels. But, I think I'm on the right track. I don't know why my arms look so shit in pictures. I actually have a really nice left bicep but never shows up in pics.

there is clear difference! side by side you are dropping bodyfat FACT! and you're gaining muscle
not sure you can see it, but I look at client pictures all day comparisons, your arms are bigger, shoulders bigger, chest bigger, clear muscle mass
and your stomach dropped bodyfat! amazing progress
EVO family love and support your way!

 

[stevesmi]

Overall, considering my disability I'm a pretty confident guy. I think I'm above average looking, less so now I'm in my 40s, but that happens to us all chair or no chair. But one thing I fucking HATE about myself that knocks my self confidence into the ground is my stomach. No stomach muscles due to my level of injury and due to my syrinx, plus years of sitting scoliosis has done a number on me. So, I don't post these pictures lightly. I was just sitting here wondering wtf am I gonna do. I've been eating under 1400 calories daily. Busting my ass in the gym, cardio and taking SLUU, but not losing weight. I thought to myself, put up a side by side picture from the last picture I posted and see if there's a difference. Personally, I think there is. I think I've clearly lost weight, and you can see it in the shape of my stomach. I think the side stick out less and even the shape of my stomach has changed (see arrow). What do you guys think? Please give me honest answers. If you don't think so, say so. I'll just work harder until I finish the job. Don't get me wrong, I still have a ways to go until I reach healthy BF levels. But, I think I'm on the right track. I don't know why my arms look so shit in pictures. I actually have a really nice left bicep but never shows up in pics.

@Wheels85 you mentioned you were using retatrutide to try to earlier in the log, so I'm not sure if you're still on it. But I would recommend you stay on it going forward and add it to your existing protocol for hormone replacement therapy.

 

[Wheels85]

@Wheels85 you mentioned you were using retatrutide to try to earlier in the log, so I'm not sure if you're still on it. But I would recommend you stay on it going forward and add it to your existing protocol for hormone replacement therapy.

I'm phasing it out. My digestion is already slow, being in a chair. By the end of the week, I'm so backed up and uncomfortable that it affects my sleep, and I get lower back pain due to my stomach pushing out from bloating. Also, I can't afford it.

 

[Mobster]

Overall, considering my disability I'm a pretty confident guy. I think I'm above average looking, less so now I'm in my 40s, but that happens to us all chair or no chair. But one thing I fucking HATE about myself that knocks my self confidence into the ground is my stomach. No stomach muscles due to my level of injury and due to my syrinx, plus years of sitting scoliosis has done a number on me. So, I don't post these pictures lightly. I was just sitting here wondering wtf am I gonna do. I've been eating under 1400 calories daily. Busting my ass in the gym, cardio and taking SLUU, but not losing weight. I thought to myself, put up a side by side picture from the last picture I posted and see if there's a difference. Personally, I think there is. I think I've clearly lost weight, and you can see it in the shape of my stomach. I think the side stick out less and even the shape of my stomach has changed (see arrow). What do you guys think? Please give me honest answers. If you don't think so, say so. I'll just work harder until I finish the job. Don't get me wrong, I still have a ways to go until I reach healthy BF levels. But, I think I'm on the right track. I don't know why my arms look so shit in pictures. I actually have a really nice left bicep but never shows up in pics.

Consider wearing a waist trainer

 

[stevesmi]

I'm phasing it out. My digestion is already slow, being in a chair. By the end of the week, I'm so backed up and uncomfortable that it affects my sleep, and I get lower back pain due to my stomach pushing out from bloating. Also, I can't afford it.

That is definitely a concern, but you may want to look into a low-dose maybe dosing 1 mg every every two weeks or something like that

 

[ROIDDERS]

Overall, considering my disability I'm a pretty confident guy. I think I'm above average looking, less so now I'm in my 40s, but that happens to us all chair or no chair. But one thing I fucking HATE about myself that knocks my self confidence into the ground is my stomach. No stomach muscles due to my level of injury and due to my syrinx, plus years of sitting scoliosis has done a number on me. So, I don't post these pictures lightly. I was just sitting here wondering wtf am I gonna do. I've been eating under 1400 calories daily. Busting my ass in the gym, cardio and taking SLUU, but not losing weight. I thought to myself, put up a side by side picture from the last picture I posted and see if there's a difference. Personally, I think there is. I think I've clearly lost weight, and you can see it in the shape of my stomach. I think the side stick out less and even the shape of my stomach has changed (see arrow). What do you guys think? Please give me honest answers. If you don't think so, say so. I'll just work harder until I finish the job. Don't get me wrong, I still have a ways to go until I reach healthy BF levels. But, I think I'm on the right track. I don't know why my arms look so shit in pictures. I actually have a really nice left bicep but never shows up in pics.

We had another guy with your condition who was in a wheelchair. Although I'm not 100% sure he had exactly what you have, but I know for sure he was in a wheelchair on here. I don't see him post since the last few months. But anyway, he was extremely lean, so don't give up. You can do it. @Wheels85

 

[2Thick]

Overall, considering my disability I'm a pretty confident guy. I think I'm above average looking, less so now I'm in my 40s, but that happens to us all chair or no chair. But one thing I fucking HATE about myself that knocks my self confidence into the ground is my stomach. No stomach muscles due to my level of injury and due to my syrinx, plus years of sitting scoliosis has done a number on me. So, I don't post these pictures lightly. I was just sitting here wondering wtf am I gonna do. I've been eating under 1400 calories daily. Busting my ass in the gym, cardio and taking SLUU, but not losing weight. I thought to myself, put up a side by side picture from the last picture I posted and see if there's a difference. Personally, I think there is. I think I've clearly lost weight, and you can see it in the shape of my stomach. I think the side stick out less and even the shape of my stomach has changed (see arrow). What do you guys think? Please give me honest answers. If you don't think so, say so. I'll just work harder until I finish the job. Don't get me wrong, I still have a ways to go until I reach healthy BF levels. But, I think I'm on the right track. I don't know why my arms look so shit in pictures. I actually have a really nice left bicep but never shows up in pics.

This is great information for others with your condition. @Wheels85 so, it's great that you're sharing it. But I can assure you, it may not seem that way, but you have made some great changes and you've gotten much healthier on the inside and outside

 

[Wheels85]

We had another guy with your condition who was in a wheelchair. Although I'm not 100% sure he had exactly what you have, but I know for sure he was in a wheelchair on here. I don't see him post since the last few months. But anyway, he was extremely lean, so don't give up. You can do it. @Wheels85

I'm not giving up. I've gotten lean before. It was extremely hard, though. I had to eat around 700 calories a day plus hardcore cardio. Took around 5 months. Obviously, I can't eat that low calories now or I'm going to lose all my gains. Talking with my coach about adding a fat burner.

 

[Ulter]

Overall, considering my disability I'm a pretty confident guy. I think I'm above average looking, less so now I'm in my 40s, but that happens to us all chair or no chair. But one thing I fucking HATE about myself that knocks my self confidence into the ground is my stomach. No stomach muscles due to my level of injury and due to my syrinx, plus years of sitting scoliosis has done a number on me. So, I don't post these pictures lightly. I was just sitting here wondering wtf am I gonna do. I've been eating under 1400 calories daily. Busting my ass in the gym, cardio and taking SLUU, but not losing weight. I thought to myself, put up a side by side picture from the last picture I posted and see if there's a difference. Personally, I think there is. I think I've clearly lost weight, and you can see it in the shape of my stomach. I think the side stick out less and even the shape of my stomach has changed (see arrow). What do you guys think? Please give me honest answers. If you don't think so, say so. I'll just work harder until I finish the job. Don't get me wrong, I still have a ways to go until I reach healthy BF levels. But, I think I'm on the right track. I don't know why my arms look so shit in pictures. I actually have a really nice left bicep but never shows up in pics.

@Wheels85 keep us in your ass man, and don't pay so much attention to cutting your calories so hard. I would recommend that you tried tirzepatide; it might be easier on your stomach.

 

[ceo]

Overall, considering my disability I'm a pretty confident guy. I think I'm above average looking, less so now I'm in my 40s, but that happens to us all chair or no chair. But one thing I fucking HATE about myself that knocks my self confidence into the ground is my stomach. No stomach muscles due to my level of injury and due to my syrinx, plus years of sitting scoliosis has done a number on me. So, I don't post these pictures lightly. I was just sitting here wondering wtf am I gonna do. I've been eating under 1400 calories daily. Busting my ass in the gym, cardio and taking SLUU, but not losing weight. I thought to myself, put up a side by side picture from the last picture I posted and see if there's a difference. Personally, I think there is. I think I've clearly lost weight, and you can see it in the shape of my stomach. I think the side stick out less and even the shape of my stomach has changed (see arrow). What do you guys think? Please give me honest answers. If you don't think so, say so. I'll just work harder until I finish the job. Don't get me wrong, I still have a ways to go until I reach healthy BF levels. But, I think I'm on the right track. I don't know why my arms look so shit in pictures. I actually have a really nice left bicep but never shows up in pics.

Bros, you're too hard on yourself. You look like an absolute beast. Your arms are getting huge. Gotta be careful with that. You're gonna poke someone's eye out with that size of arms. @Wheels85

 

[Allupfromhere]

I'm not giving up. I've gotten lean before. It was extremely hard, though. I had to eat around 700 calories a day plus hardcore cardio. Took around 5 months. Obviously, I can't eat that low calories now or I'm going to lose all my gains. Talking with my coach about adding a fat burner.

What about leaning into mitochondrial enhancements? Speak to @Gains Man and see his thought on this as an avenue to assist with fat burning.

 

[Wheels85]

@Wheels85 keep us in your ass man, and don't pay so much attention to cutting your calories so hard. I would recommend that you tried tirzepatide; it might be easier on your stomach.

Keep you where???

 

[HarleyGuy]

I'm phasing it out. My digestion is already slow, being in a chair. By the end of the week, I'm so backed up and uncomfortable that it affects my sleep, and I get lower back pain due to my stomach pushing out from bloating. Also, I can't afford it.

Let's keep you on a GLP-1 and try Tirz at a lower dose instead if budget can handle it or we can look for a sponsor.
What's your current dose of Reta and what dose caused the backing up so bad? Can you repost your current protocol?

I'm not giving up.

That's why you are "The Inspiration" brother! Love this comment. This is a 1-year transformation and then in the second year we adjust. This WILL happen!

 

[Masonic Bodybuilder]

Just keep grinding brother. Love the confidence you show. The grind is tough so just stick with it.

 

[RoySimpson]

Overall, considering my disability I'm a pretty confident guy. I think I'm above average looking, less so now I'm in my 40s, but that happens to us all chair or no chair. But one thing I fucking HATE about myself that knocks my self confidence into the ground is my stomach. No stomach muscles due to my level of injury and due to my syrinx, plus years of sitting scoliosis has done a number on me. So, I don't post these pictures lightly. I was just sitting here wondering wtf am I gonna do. I've been eating under 1400 calories daily. Busting my ass in the gym, cardio and taking SLUU, but not losing weight. I thought to myself, put up a side by side picture from the last picture I posted and see if there's a difference. Personally, I think there is. I think I've clearly lost weight, and you can see it in the shape of my stomach. I think the side stick out less and even the shape of my stomach has changed (see arrow). What do you guys think? Please give me honest answers. If you don't think so, say so. I'll just work harder until I finish the job. Don't get me wrong, I still have a ways to go until I reach healthy BF levels. But, I think I'm on the right track. I don't know why my arms look so shit in pictures. I actually have a really nice left bicep but never shows up in pics.

@Wheels85 Youve been crushing it bro! Amazing work!

 

[Ulter]

Keep you where???

haha damn that spell check lol.

 

[ROIDDERS]

I'm not giving up. I've gotten lean before. It was extremely hard, though. I had to eat around 700 calories a day plus hardcore cardio. Took around 5 months. Obviously, I can't eat that low calories now or I'm going to lose all my gains. Talking with my coach about adding a fat burner.

instead of crashing calories i would consider 1-2 meals a day in a window. and do more fasting where you go 24-36 hours here and there

 

[Wheels85]

Mondays and today's session were pretty awesome. Shoulders and back are fried. Reverse delt fly PB today. 11.3kg, 3 sets of 10-12 reps. Previous best was 9kg. Little light on the rows than normal, but I wanted to try bringing it up further and squeezing at the top of the movement. Definitely works. Got a pretty sick back pump in places I don't usually get one. Haven't seen my sister in a few months. She and her partner and kids came over for Christmas lunch and said I'm heaps bigger than the last time she saw me. Winning. Gained half an inch on my bicep since I joined the group. Be some water in that from the gear, but hey, I'm counting it. Merry Christmas to my fellow Aussies and Kiwis for tomorrow, and the following day for the rest of you guys!

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Dumbbell reverse Fly	11.3kg	3	10,12,12
Side Lateral Raises	7kg (1 set) 8kg (2sets)	3	15,10,10
Shoulder Press	15kg (2sets) 16kg (2sets)	4	10,8,8,8
Dumbbell Row	15kg (1set) 16kg (3sets)	4	25,20,20,20
Shrugs	16kg	3	30,30,30
Front delt raises	7kg	3	8,8,8
Shoulder Flys	11.3kg	3	12,12,12

 

[Wheels85]

instead of crashing calories i would consider 1-2 meals a day in a window. and do more fasting where you go 24-36 hours here and there

I know you guys aren't used to this, so it seems like I'm not getting enough, but this is completely normal for spinal cord injuries, especially higher-level injuries like mine. My body does not need that high amount of calories, even accounting for being more active with the gym and cardio. It burns FAR less at rest and while active. It will just lead to weight gain. I have lost no strength; in fact, I am getting PBs almost weekly and still growing. I will also be adding a fasting day on the first of my two rest days. If I feel low on energy or start getting weak ill add another meal when needed. My diet is super clean. I am still getting 120+ grams of protein per day, along with carbs and fat. Keep in mind I'm also only 60kg (less now) and only 160cm, 5'3. So, even without the SCI, my caloric needs are lower than most guys, and then adding the SCI on top, it compounds it.

 

[Wheels85]

Mondays and today's session were pretty awesome. Shoulders and back are fried. Reverse delt fly PB today. 11.3kg, 3 sets of 10-12 reps. Previous best was 9kg. Little light on the rows than normal, but I wanted to try bringing it up further and squeezing at the top of the movement. Definitely works. Got a pretty sick back pump in places I don't usually get one. Haven't seen my sister in a few months. She and her partner and kids came over for Christmas lunch and said I'm heaps bigger than the last time she saw me. Winning. Gained half an inch on my bicep since I joined the group. Be some water in that from the gear, but hey, I'm counting it. Merry Christmas to my fellow Aussies and Kiwis for tomorrow, and the following day for the rest of you guys!

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Dumbbell reverse Fly	11.3kg	3	10,12,12
Side Lateral Raises	7kg (1 set) 8kg (2sets)	3	15,10,10
Shoulder Press	15kg (2sets) 16kg (2sets)	4	10,8,8,8
Dumbbell Row	15kg (1set) 16kg (3sets)	4	25,20,20,20
Shrugs	16kg	3	30,30,30
Front delt raises	7kg	3	8,8,8
Shoulder Flys	11.3kg	3	12,12,12

I added the wrong meals to this FWIW this is it

 

[Wheels85]

Just bought this

 

[LevButlerov]

Mondays and today's session were pretty awesome. Shoulders and back are fried. Reverse delt fly PB today. 11.3kg, 3 sets of 10-12 reps. Previous best was 9kg. Little light on the rows than normal, but I wanted to try bringing it up further and squeezing at the top of the movement. Definitely works. Got a pretty sick back pump in places I don't usually get one. Haven't seen my sister in a few months. She and her partner and kids came over for Christmas lunch and said I'm heaps bigger than the last time she saw me. Winning. Gained half an inch on my bicep since I joined the group. Be some water in that from the gear, but hey, I'm counting it. Merry Christmas to my fellow Aussies and Kiwis for tomorrow, and the following day for the rest of you guys!

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Dumbbell reverse Fly	11.3kg	3	10,12,12
Side Lateral Raises	7kg (1 set) 8kg (2sets)	3	15,10,10
Shoulder Press	15kg (2sets) 16kg (2sets)	4	10,8,8,8
Dumbbell Row	15kg (1set) 16kg (3sets)	4	25,20,20,20
Shrugs	16kg	3	30,30,30
Front delt raises	7kg	3	8,8,8
Shoulder Flys	11.3kg	3	12,12,12

shoulders and back good pump I bet!
def going up and really getting stronger!
WINNING is always good EVO family love and support your way! @Wheels85 Merry Xmas!

I added the wrong meals to this FWIW this is it

I see that makes sense the meals

Just bought this

nice thats a good piece!


@BeMe @HarleyGuy @s.gentz
@Allupfromhere @Pigsy @Dreamer @Freki @R.AP
@waggat @Yuri @rizzlekdizzle @Grumpy
@coolguy77711

 

[Pigsy]

Just bought this

That's a good piece. Will hit your back hard. Merry Christmas brother

 

[Dreamer]

I know you guys aren't used to this, so it seems like I'm not getting enough, but this is completely normal for spinal cord injuries, especially higher-level injuries like mine. My body does not need that high amount of calories, even accounting for being more active with the gym and cardio. It burns FAR less at rest and while active. It will just lead to weight gain. I have lost no strength; in fact, I am getting PBs almost weekly and still growing. I will also be adding a fasting day on the first of my two rest days. If I feel low on energy or start getting weak ill add another meal when needed. My diet is super clean. I am still getting 120+ grams of protein per day, along with carbs and fat. Keep in mind I'm also only 60kg (less now) and only 160cm, 5'3. So, even without the SCI, my caloric needs are lower than most guys, and then adding the SCI on top, it compounds it.

It is very good that you know your body and are so in tune

 

[HarleyGuy]

Just bought this

I absolutely love that machine for you. I can't wait to see pics of your new home gym when you move and to watch it grow.

Gained half an inch on my bicep since I joined the group.

It shows bro, in your whole upper body and your obliques are starting to peak through too.

I am getting PBs almost weekly and still growing. I will also be adding a fasting day on the first of my two rest days.

PB's are awesome so if the calorie intake ain't broke then don't fix it. The fasting will be super healthy for you and also help with your goals. I personally love doing it.

 

[ROIDDERS]

I know you guys aren't used to this, so it seems like I'm not getting enough, but this is completely normal for spinal cord injuries, especially higher-level injuries like mine. My body does not need that high amount of calories, even accounting for being more active with the gym and cardio. It burns FAR less at rest and while active. It will just lead to weight gain. I have lost no strength; in fact, I am getting PBs almost weekly and still growing. I will also be adding a fasting day on the first of my two rest days. If I feel low on energy or start getting weak ill add another meal when needed. My diet is super clean. I am still getting 120+ grams of protein per day, along with carbs and fat. Keep in mind I'm also only 60kg (less now) and only 160cm, 5'3. So, even without the SCI, my caloric needs are lower than most guys, and then adding the SCI on top, it compounds it.

I know what you're saying for sure, and I was going to mention that on the last post. But all I'm saying is keep your calories where they're at but eat in a time-restricted window.

 

[waggat]

Mondays and today's session were pretty awesome. Shoulders and back are fried. Reverse delt fly PB today. 11.3kg, 3 sets of 10-12 reps. Previous best was 9kg. Little light on the rows than normal, but I wanted to try bringing it up further and squeezing at the top of the movement. Definitely works. Got a pretty sick back pump in places I don't usually get one. Haven't seen my sister in a few months. She and her partner and kids came over for Christmas lunch and said I'm heaps bigger than the last time she saw me. Winning. Gained half an inch on my bicep since I joined the group. Be some water in that from the gear, but hey, I'm counting it. Merry Christmas to my fellow Aussies and Kiwis for tomorrow, and the following day for the rest of you guys!

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Dumbbell reverse Fly	11.3kg	3	10,12,12
Side Lateral Raises	7kg (1 set) 8kg (2sets)	3	15,10,10
Shoulder Press	15kg (2sets) 16kg (2sets)	4	10,8,8,8
Dumbbell Row	15kg (1set) 16kg (3sets)	4	25,20,20,20
Shrugs	16kg	3	30,30,30
Front delt raises	7kg	3	8,8,8
Shoulder Flys	11.3kg	3	12,12,12

Nice workout mate. Congrats on the PB. Sounds smart on the rows to get the form right with the extra squeeze. Sometime can be hard to track progress on back exercises. I know I'm constantly trying to adjust my form to make sure I'm activating the muscles right etc.

 

[ballin2504]

I can definitely tell a difference man.

 

[Wheels85]

Not the best session today. Still felt sore from earlier in the week and starting to feel the effects of going hard for the last month or so. Got a bit of a wrist and elbow niggle, and my body is telling me it needs a bit of a break. So, I'm going to take a week off. I'll have to force myself to do it because I never do, but I definitely need it to recharge and take another step forward. Maybe on Tuesday, I'll do a few sets of bench presses and see how my wrist and body hold up. We'll see.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Pec Dec	77kg	3	16,13,10
Incline Bench	65kg,62.5kg,60kg	3	9,8,8
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg	3	12,12,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (1set) 15kg	4	8,9,9,8
EZ Bar Skull Crushers	25kg	3	15,13,14
Hammer Curls	13.5kg	3	12,10,8
Dips	16KG vest	3	22,25,20

 

[LevButlerov]

Not the best session today. Still felt sore from earlier in the week and starting to feel the effects of going hard for the last month or so. Got a bit of a wrist and elbow niggle, and my body is telling me it needs a bit of a break. So, I'm going to take a week off. I'll have to force myself to do it because I never do, but I definitely need it to recharge and take another step forward. Maybe on Tuesday, I'll do a few sets of bench presses and see how my wrist and body hold up. We'll see.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Pec Dec	77kg	3	16,13,10
Incline Bench	65kg,62.5kg,60kg	3	9,8,8
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg	3	12,12,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (1set) 15kg	4	8,9,9,8
EZ Bar Skull Crushers	25kg	3	15,13,14
Hammer Curls	13.5kg	3	12,10,8
Dips	16KG vest	3	22,25,20

Not bed but you're sore that's important means you training hard @Wheels85
wrist and elbow pain, take a week off to deload but keep it clean best you can

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@Allupfromhere @Pigsy @Dreamer @Freki @R.AP
@waggat @Yuri @rizzlekdizzle @Grumpy

 

[Pigsy]

Not bed but you're sore that's important means you training hard @Wheels85
wrist and elbow pain, take a week off to deload but keep it clean best you can

@BeMe @HarleyGuy @s.gentz
@Allupfromhere @Pigsy @Dreamer @Freki @R.AP
@waggat @Yuri @rizzlekdizzle @Grumpy

Good advice, deload, and keep the nutrition clean

 

[Dreamer]

Not the best session today. Still felt sore from earlier in the week and starting to feel the effects of going hard for the last month or so. Got a bit of a wrist and elbow niggle, and my body is telling me it needs a bit of a break. So, I'm going to take a week off. I'll have to force myself to do it because I never do, but I definitely need it to recharge and take another step forward. Maybe on Tuesday, I'll do a few sets of bench presses and see how my wrist and body hold up. We'll see.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Pec Dec	77kg	3	16,13,10
Incline Bench	65kg,62.5kg,60kg	3	9,8,8
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg	3	12,12,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (1set) 15kg	4	8,9,9,8
EZ Bar Skull Crushers	25kg	3	15,13,14
Hammer Curls	13.5kg	3	12,10,8
Dips	16KG vest	3	22,25,20

A week now could save months later man, i know it sucks but sometimes its the smart choice

 

[Wheels85]

A week now could save months later man, i know it sucks but sometimes its the smart choice

Yeah. Fucking love the gym and it's hard to force myself not to go

A week now could save months later man, i know it sucks but sometimes its the smart choice

Yeah. I tried training through the early stages of my tennis elbow, and it cost me 3 months. Was smart enough not make the same mistake the second time around and took 2-3 weeks off. Wrist pain isn't going away, no doubt recovery for me takes longer, having to push a chair and transfer myself from chair to bed, shower, couch, etc., so it's constantly getting aggravated. Plus, it can't hurt to give the joints and body a break for a week anyway.

 

[BeMe]

Yeah. Fucking love the gym and it's hard to force myself not to go

Yeah. I tried training through the early stages of my tennis elbow, and it cost me 3 months. Was smart enough not make the same mistake the second time around and took 2-3 weeks off. Wrist pain isn't going away, no doubt recovery for me takes longer, having to push a chair and transfer myself from chair to bed, shower, couch, etc., so it's constantly getting aggravated. Plus, it can't hurt to give the joints and body a break for a week anyway.

Personally I've dealt with wrist and elbow issues as well and always found the wrist is the toughest one to heal by far. Like you said, much harder for you given how much you need to use it constantly.

One thing that's helped me a lot is wearing a wrist brace to sleep. That way I don't make it worse by rolling on it and it gets a good solid recovery while I'm sleeping.

 

[HarleyGuy]

Yeah. Fucking love the gym and it's hard to force myself not to go

Yeah. I tried training through the early stages of my tennis elbow, and it cost me 3 months. Was smart enough not make the same mistake the second time around and took 2-3 weeks off. Wrist pain isn't going away, no doubt recovery for me takes longer, having to push a chair and transfer myself from chair to bed, shower, couch, etc., so it's constantly getting aggravated. Plus, it can't hurt to give the joints and body a break for a week anyway.

Great job listening to your body! I'm glad you're not going to try and push through this. Your gains will thank you a year from now.

 

[waggat]

Not the best session today. Still felt sore from earlier in the week and starting to feel the effects of going hard for the last month or so. Got a bit of a wrist and elbow niggle, and my body is telling me it needs a bit of a break. So, I'm going to take a week off. I'll have to force myself to do it because I never do, but I definitely need it to recharge and take another step forward. Maybe on Tuesday, I'll do a few sets of bench presses and see how my wrist and body hold up. We'll see.

Exercise	Weight	Sets	Reps
Pec Dec	77kg	3	16,13,10
Incline Bench	65kg,62.5kg,60kg	3	9,8,8
Dumbbell Tricep Extension	16kg	3	12,12,12
Concentration Curls	16kg (1set) 15kg	4	8,9,9,8
EZ Bar Skull Crushers	25kg	3	15,13,14
Hammer Curls	13.5kg	3	12,10,8
Dips	16KG vest	3	22,25,20

Sounds like a good idea mate. I'm a big fan of deloads if there are signs you need one (sleep issues, fatigue, not making strength gains etc).

 

[Wheels85]

30min fasted cardio

 

[LevButlerov]

30min fasted cardio

30min cardio is perfect and good macros today

 

[stevesmi]

30min fasted cardio

@Wheels85 fasted cardio for 30 minutes is great dedication. I would love to do it myself every day for an hour. It's a very optimal type of training.

 

[Mobster]

30min fasted cardio

Good start to the day

 

[Wheels85]

30 minutes fasted cardio and a 24hr fast today. Early bed tonight. The faster I can get to breakfast, the better, haha. Nah, it wasn't that bad.

 

[Ulter]

30min fasted cardio

You are definitely dedicated and inspirational. You are on a roll. I like how you keep killing it. @Wheels85

 

[ceo]

30 minutes fasted cardio and a 24hr fast today. Early bed tonight. The faster I can get to breakfast, the better, haha. Nah, it wasn't that bad.

Bros, fasted cardio and 24-hour fast. You are a machine! @Wheels85 that's what I like about you. You like to push it.

 

[Wheels85]

I'm a weak, weak man. I got too hungry and couldn't last the 24 hours. I have failed my family and brought shame into my house.

 

[2Thick]

30 minutes fasted cardio and a 24hr fast today. Early bed tonight. The faster I can get to breakfast, the better, haha. Nah, it wasn't that bad.

@Wheels85 24-hour fasting is a great way to get your insulin sensitivity elevated. It's a great way also to get your HGH up and get some autophagy going in the body to clean up some of those old muscle cells.

 

[ROIDDERS]

I'm a weak, weak man. I got too hungry and couldn't last the 24 hours. I have failed my family and brought shame into my house. View attachment 161304

what you do in that situation @Wheels85 is drink water and have some salt with it. that will kill the hunger. you aren't really 'hungry' .. you can go many weeks with no food

 

[Freki]

I'm a weak, weak man. I got too hungry and couldn't last the 24 hours. I have failed my family and brought shame into my house. View attachment 161304

Good practice for the next one, 12- 24hrs mark i always find the hardest after that it gets easier

 

[Pigsy]

Good practice for the next one, 12- 24hrs mark i always find the hardest after that it gets easier

No shame brother, i cant make it either

 

[Wheels85]

No cardio today

 

[LevButlerov]

No cardio today

no cardio but you kept protein high thats a win @Wheels85

 

[ballin2504]

30min fasted cardio

@Wheels85 way to get that cardio in big fella

 

[Wheels85]

Wrist is still not good. Unfortunately, feels like it's going to take another week. Sucks. I was making real progress