Posts by brightharbor26

Well... here we go... after barely a month of hitting the gym 🙄

http://img511.imageshack.us/my.php?image=jath6.jpg

So, what do you guys think? What’s looking good, and more importantly, what looks terrible? Is there anything I should probably change if I don't want to waste my time? Please, don't hold back—give it to me straight, no mercy 😁

jadetiger962 said:Is it that Inkospor whey?

No, no... I mean the one from Weider... just the 500g tub... what's actually in there?$43 🙄

Guys... I was wondering, is it actually an issue if my whey protein and glucose start foaming up like crazy???? ..I mean, I usually just carry them around all day in a little snack bag and then mix them together once I get to the gym ...could that possibly have anything to do with it???

Um... hold on... wait a second... I’m feeling a little bit thrown off by what I'm seeing on bodybuilding.com. It's writing something really strange here... so, my question is: would it be sufficient to just take some whey protein and glucose mixed in water right after a workout—basically treating it as a sort of "fasted" intake... or am I supposed to consume that shake alongside a full meal???

velvetraven said:I guess it’s incredibly difficult to give a definitive answer because everything is so highly individualized, isn't it? Based on what I see, if you actually have your nutrition dialed in—which, let's be honest, would probably require eating about five solid meals a day—and you're getting enough rest while training properly, your weight really ought to be trending upward in any case. As for how much, though, it's hard to say; it all depends on your specific metabolism and your genetics. Honestly, spending two hours at the gym might be overkill if you're just lifting weights for that entire duration, though I suppose if you're including cardio in that window, then maybe it makes sense. Generally speaking, I don't think your training sessions should exceed an hour and fifteen minutes; perhaps you should try increasing the intensity while cutting down on the number of repetitions or exercises. Also, two or three months is such a relatively short window of time, so I'd suggest looking at a six-month period for a real comparison of your progress. By the six-month mark, the gains should be quite obvious, both in terms of mass increase and muscle definition.

Yeah, and you definitely need to track those measurements monthly so you can actually monitor your progress and any physical changes.

Thanks so much👍.... well, with just the weights, it's probably closer to an hour... sometimes I end up chatting with someone and it's even less than that😁... and my diet isn't exactly great right now... but whatever, I'll check back in with you in 3 or 4 months😉

velvetraven said:As for your second point, I honestly don't follow what you mean regarding what would happen to your muscles... :/ Maybe you could elaborate a bit on that.

Well, let me give you a concrete scenario... say an individual... 18 years old, 6'2", about 170 lbs... hitting the gym three times a week for 2 hours per session, taking whey and glucose only after the workout... following a standard diet (maybe 2-3 large meals and perhaps a snack here and there)

What kind of results can one realistically expect after 2 or 3 months... weight gain or loss? By how much? ...And will the muscles look pumped up or what? etc... 😉

I realize this all depends heavily on training intensity... but just for the sake of argument... let's assume we're talking about moderate intensity.
☕

Linda Hill27 said:Is it actually okay to mix my whey with milk and just carry it around in a shaker bottle, say, to my college classes? Will it go bad or spoil after just a few hours?
I am honestly struggling so much with these mid-day snacks because I'm stuck on campus all day long and I feel like I've completely run out of ideas.

Usually, I just stick to water after my workouts, but I heard that using milk for a snack might be better since it digests a bit slower.
And yeah, my main goal is still losing weight, so I wouldn't bother with it if it actually caused fat gain (as someone mentioned earlier), though that seems totally illogical to me since we're talking about pure protein, and milk is mostly just fats anyway🤷
thanks🙂

Linda... sorry... I don't really have an answer for you on that specific part... but I guess I'll just jump in with a follow-up question myself😁 ...and I'm also wondering, does whey actually make you gain weight? ...but we really need to define what "getting fat" even means here... because if by "fat" you mean someone who carries a lot of extra pounds... that doesn't necessarily mean they are overweight.. for instance, I was at the gym today seeing this guy, maybe 5'11" and 200 lbs... he isn't fat at all..

So, could you guys just tell me, when I take my whey and some glucose mixed with water in a shaker right after the gym (around 6:00 PM)... is it alright if I eat a regular dinner around 7:30 PM??? ...like, what is going to happen to my muscle mass if I hit every machine for a few sets (for about 2 hours), drink my whey afterward, and then just eat three normal meals a day??? 😕

Oh, please... so this guy at the convenience store hands me these little packets—flavored like chocolate and vanilla, I guess—and tells me straight to my face that it's an isolate... what on earth? Is that even actual whey anymore, or have we just moved on to something else entirely? I mean, is it even possible to take some isolate from a packet like that, mix it with some Glucose in water after a workout, and actually get anything out of it?

briskjackal5 said:Inkospor Fifth Avenue 412
It’s actually pretty easy to find, and the stop is basically right next to the convenience store.
If you're taking the bus, it’s the very first stop right after you pass the police station.
-Steve

Miami, man, no way🧐

goldenfox24 said:Honestly, if you've got the extra cash and you're seriously dedicated to the bodybuilding lifestyle, go for the massive tub. But, I guess, if you're just sipping on protein right after your workouts, that 500g bag might actually be enough, which usually runs you about $43. Personally, I think brands like Optimum Nutrition or MusclePharm are pretty solid choices—Biotech isn't terrible either, I suppose—but it really just comes down to your daily intake. If you're only doing one scoop a day, then yeah, 500g is fine. But if you're pulling heavy sessions like I am and hitting two scoops a day, you should definitely grab the larger size because it’s way more cost-effective in the long run.

Oh, please... what bodybuilding? It's just for looking decent in a t-shirt...😁 So, basically, 500g... and the options are Optimum Nutrition, MusclePharm, or Biotech... does anyone else have any suggestions???

Shopping today was an absolute disaster... what a joke... I went to Target to grab some 500g packs of Glucose and that was totally fine... but this whole ordeal with the whey protein has driven me up the wall. I headed straight over to the health food shop right by the hospital, and immediately I see these massive tubs of whey sitting there. I figure, great, this is exactly what I need. So, I ask the guy about the brands—I'm looking for Inkospor, EAS, or Pro-Nutrition—but he just points me toward the Weider section and claims that's all they carry. So, I walk over to the Weider counter, and wouldn't you know it, that guy tells me they don't carry any of those three brands either! I finally lose my patience and ask him to just recommend *any* decent whey then... and he pulls out this absurdly huge bulk bag that’s over $167. I specifically told him I wanted something smaller, so then he starts pulling out these little pouches in vanilla and chocolate flavors and tells me it's just some kind of concentrate...

So, folks... since they don't have any of the ones I actually want, which other whey proteins are actually worth recommending???? And honestly, how big of a package is actually smart to buy?

briskjackal5 said:I’d personally suggest going with Inkospor.

Since you’re insisting on "letting me know how things progress," you really shouldn't forget about having a proper hierarchy of priorities here. Supplements, if you ask me, sit squarely at number four on that list.

Maybe just grab a higher-quality shaker—one with a screw-on lid—and just whip up your shake at home right away.

-briskjackal5

I'm actually not really familiar with all that... could you maybe drop a link? Where even is that? And what exactly makes up those first three spots on your list? 🤷

Honestly, I am not about to go through all that hassle with a shaker... who on earth has the time to be lugging that whole mess around campus all morning? 😵

I suppose this should be enough to get things moving for now... Tomorrow I’m heading out to pick up some whey—I'll probably grab either Inkospor, EAS, or maybe Pro.Nutrition—along with those Glucose tablets 500 g from CVS. My plan is to mix it all into about half a liter of water right after my workout! I'll let you guys know how the progress turns out once I see if it actually works ☕

Since I really don't want to be lugging heavy tubs around with me, I think I'll just toss two scoops of whey and a few of those glucose tablets into a little clear plastic baggie... honestly, it's going to look like I'm out here dealing drugs 😂

slytrucker47 said:I mean, you usually get a scoop if you buy the bigger tubs, like those 5lb containers in the plastic bins! If you don't have a scoop, you could just grab two big servings of whey and maybe 2 or 3 glucose tablets in about half a liter of water... I guess you could throw even more in there, but just leave that thought alone for now😁.

Oh, give me a break... first he goes out of his way to explain it all so clearly, and then he just tells me to forget about it... 😕 😁

Brenda Davis22 said:Look, honestly, any decent whey protein is going to do the trick for you. Personally, I’m currently burning through some Whey Isolate from Scitec. If I were you, I'd probably try to grab one of those massive 4-5 kg bulk tubs; they're definitely the most cost-effective way to go. I suppose it might seem a bit pricey if you're just buying it for yourself, but if you can split the cost with two or three buddies, it becomes much more manageable. You really need to hunt for brands like Multipower, Universal, Scitec, or Weider at a specialized supplement shop. And you heard right—go ahead and pick up some Glucose tablets 500 g at a CVS or Walgreens, they'll be about $3.75. It's basically glucose packed with vitamins and minerals. Or, if you're more of a honey person, that works great too! So, my suggestion is that immediately following your workout, you should mix 1-2 scoops of Whey with about 2-3 heaped tablespoons of Glucose tablets 500 or some honey in either milk or water, depending on what you prefer. That way, you're replenishing the glucose you burned off while simultaneously getting the protein needed for recovery and muscle synthesis. You really ought to consume this right after training; that's when it's most effective, I think. Anyway, that's really just the bare minimum you can do if you want to speed up your recovery.
The diet we discussed previously still applies. There are plenty of other useful things to consider as well, but I guess you'll reach out again once you've had a chance to process this...👍

Uh... sorry, I think there was a little bit of a communication breakdown here... what exactly constitutes a "scoop"? 😁 ... thanks again for the reply... just to make sure I've got this straight... so, after hitting the gym, I mix the whey with 2-3 tablespoons of that sugar into how much water? Would half a liter be okay?🙄

Brenda Davis22 said:Look, I get it, but once you get hooked, you start paying way more attention to what you're actually putting into your body, especially when you finally start seeing some real progress in the mirror. You didn't give me much to work with here, but if your goal is strictly gaining mass, then you absolutely have to ramp up your caloric intake. Personally, I think hitting those glucose tablets 500 after a workout is a must, and honestly, adding some Whey Isolate would be a massive help too—though, I suppose if you prefer sticking to whole foods, you should probably just beef up your regular meals with things like low-fat cheeses, tuna, chicken, turkey, or even lean beef for protein; and for carbs, maybe load up on rice, oatmeal, pasta, boiled potatoes, or whole grain bread. At any rate, it’s definitely doable, but I really believe supplements can make a huge difference...👍

Oh, right... thanks for getting back to me... I think I follow you now.👍

So, listen, friend, why don't you just tell me exactly which two or three products I should go out and buy, and where I can actually find them?

From what I've gathered so far, it seems like I need some Whey Isolate (how much does that even run me, and where am I supposed to shop for it?) plus some glucose tablets from a place like CVS or Walgreens that might only cost a couple of bucks... is that basically it?

And then what's the move... do I just mix it all in some water right after the gym and chug it?🙄

So, look... I’m scrolling through all these comments here, and while there’s plenty of chatter, I honestly can’t seem to find a straight answer to the one thing actually bothering me... I guess what I’m trying to get at is, is it even remotely possible to actually pack on some muscle and build up a bit of mass if I’m just hitting the gym maybe three times a week and sticking to mostly whole foods? Like, I'm talking about just eating regular stuff—you know, maybe a small toasted sandwich here, a standard lunch there, things like that 🙂. To be perfectly honest... do you think it’s actually feasible to develop a decent physique while just following more or less normal eating habits, without obsessively weighing out every single gram of everything we put in our mouths?