Posts by nimblebison8

Fine. 👍 That isn't against the rules, unlike buying off referees. The real question is who's paying for all those unpunished elbows from Livaj, the sliding tackles, the penalties, or stretching out the match just long enough for Hajduk to score...

Whether it's Gzira, Tobol, or Debrecen, everyone plays their hearts out against the Pirates. Toss in some questionable officiating, and it’s clear: the entire system is rigged against us.
Eighteen years of dealing with this same old complex and it never ends. Just three days ago, we were arguing about double fries. Some people just refuse to learn. 👍

I'm just waiting for the swarm of Hajduk fans to jump in and explain to us Dinamo supporters how Slaven was let go. 👍

Calling Osijek bad is a stretch. It’s a shame, really—only because of that new stadium.

Tomorrow is the big derby against the concrete block of a team, and we're sitting at -12 points. Next year is our window; it's now or never.

In two weeks, the whole country is heading to Los Angeles to see the absolute greatest of them all... Just hope it doesn't turn into another R-rated mess.

Is the blue train heading out from the Midwest? It’s nearly impossible to get any solid info on this.

Who actually cares? It’s all the same regardless of how you spin it. Everyone wants to see Real Madrid hoisting the trophy, only to start whining about the mafia and the refs once they lose.

It’s hardly a shock they vanished within thirty minutes.

How's everything going in Miami? Any signups yet?

300 bucks isn't exactly a windfall.

Rest in peace... 😢

Legends pass away, while the criminals stick around.

Activists banging pots in the street despite having zero years of actual work experience.

The 2G rule. The Seattle Sounders ultras are boycotting, and we're only two weeks out from kickoff.

What’s the deal with the upcoming European match in Vienna?
Tickets, COVID restrictions, boycotts... From what I've been reading, the Kansas City Chiefs fans are boycotting this weekend's home game.

Not happening. My daughter is going to be 14. For now, no. I don't know how this whole situation is going to play out down the road.

James Price83

That’s the million-dollar question—building muscle without packing on the gut and love handles.

About eighteen months ago, I leaned out by 37 pounds. After three months, I started lifting heavy and cleaned up my diet. By February of last year, I was at 15% body fat; by May, I was up to 20%. I gained mass, sure, but I brought the belly and hips right back along with it. Since then, that stomach area hasn't gone away; it just scales proportionally with the rest of me. Now, I’ve been on an extreme regimen for ten days. I still eat 3-4 times a day during the week and about 6 times on the weekends. It’s all healthy, just like before, except there is zero sugar. None. Not in my coffee, not a single square of dark chocolate, nothing. No pastries, nothing. Same goes for fats. I’m eating tuna almost every day, plenty of chicken, etc. I haven't touched bread in ten days. Even though I’d already cut it down to just a slice or two every other day over the last year and a half, now it’s completely off the menu. So far, I’m seeing zero results. I’d kill to run more to burn off the hips and stomach, but I only run once a week and occasionally after my three weekly strength sessions. Too much cardio just eats away the muscle I actually want.
I’m 6'0", used to be 230 lbs, mostly gut. Then I dropped to 194 lbs, and now I’m around 210 lbs. I’ve put decent muscle on my legs, arms, shoulders, and back. But the midsection and hips are still the issue, especially since I spend a lot of time sitting at home now, even though I’m still training four times a week.

That’s just my experience. Based on your first post, you’re in a great spot to bulk up. You’re young, you eat plenty, and you aren't gaining weight easily. That’s a massive advantage because you won't end up storing it in all the wrong places. If you stick to training 3-4 times a week and keep your nutrition dialed in, you can pack on muscle and size without the unwanted baggage.

Yeah, that was unplanned. Naturally, I immediately switched to a cleaner diet right after, and I cut back on my workouts too.

I dropped 37 pounds in just two months. It wasn't just my waistline; my whole body leaned out.

Once I mastered my diet and dialed in my fitness routine over those two months, I scaled back the cardio and shifted my focus to strength training. Since then, I’ve packed on about
6-7 pounds of muscle and strengthened my core and back. But let’s be real: it isn't easy. I eat a lot, and I eat everything—I just make sure to cut back on the junk. Training four times a week while pulling 10-12 hour shifts and raising two kids, including a 6-month-old baby, is a massive challenge. The real hurdles are time management, willpower, and staying motivated.

If you have the grit to stick with it for 2-3 months, anything is possible. Spring or summer is the ideal time to start. Get out there every day—cycling, walking, swimming. You have to ditch the habit of eating a loaf of bread a day or polishing off three chocolate bars. Staying hydrated is also non-negotiable; depending on your build, you need at least 2-3 liters of water daily. Cut out the sodas, Red Bull, Cola, and all that garbage. Just cutting out sugary drinks can help you drop 6-8 pounds alone.

Do you think doing cardio once a week, circuit training three times a week, and adding two more circuit sessions would be overkill?

When I first started, I did cardio every single day, but I kept it light. I’d bike instead of driving or walk instead of taking the car—provided the destination was close enough. You have to listen to your body; don't overdo it. It's not about killing yourself right out of the gate; it's about building the habit of movement. You can go for an hour every day if you want. Once you've shed some weight, you can ramp up the intensity and switch to every other day. It's hard to give a universal rule because everyone's body reacts differently.

hollowsailor19 said:I forgot to mention I’m currently unemployed, so that’s another strike against me.

It depends on your perspective. The downside is you aren't moving much and life can get pretty dull. The upside? You have all the time in the world for training, and your recovery days are actually productive because you can just rest. No stress, plenty of sleep. It's a trade-off.

It really just comes down to your fitness level and how you’re feeling. For some people, hitting the gym twice a week is plenty; others need four sessions, and some go every single day. Personally, I think aiming for 3-4 times a week is the sweet spot, provided you always take a rest day in between.

No two fans are ever going to be in total lockstep on everything—whether it’s politics, religion, or how the group should run.
The Bad Boys have always leaned right, sometimes more heavily than others, and honestly, I hope it stays that way. Even within those ranks, you’ll find guys who hold conservative views but don't care if a Black player joins Real Madrid or if there's a different flag in the locker room. You've got some Bad Boys listening to country music and others who can't stand it. Just remember the first point: we aren't a monolith. We’re all different, so we’re never going to agree on every single thing.