tian447 Posted March 15, 2017 Share Posted March 15, 2017 (edited) Got a hairline fracture in my arm just below the elbow and a fairly nasty elbow bursitis thanks to a handball injury a few weeks ago. I've been training more or less as normal since then, but just before the weekend my arm swole up to ****. Got an emergency doctors appointment and it turns out I had severe cellulitis around my elbow. The swelling was larger than my bicep, and I'm on day 5 of my antibiotics. Looks like the training is on the back burner for a wee while Edited March 15, 2017 by tian447 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieh Posted March 15, 2017 Share Posted March 15, 2017 Got a hairline fracture in my arm just below the elbow and a fairly nasty elbow bursitis thanks to a handball injury a few weeks ago. I've been training more or less as normal since then, but just before the weekend my arm swole up to ****. Got an emergency doctors appointment and it turns out I had severe cellulitis around my elbow. The swelling was larger than my bicep, and I'm on day 5 of my antibiotics. Looks like the training is on the back burner for a wee while I had that that. I woke up one morning with an elbow like John Merrick's forehead. Shat masel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tian447 Posted March 15, 2017 Share Posted March 15, 2017 I had that that. I woke up one morning with an elbow like John Merrick's forehead. Shat masel. Absolute shitemare eh? They actually wanted to admit me to hospital that night to get it sorted with IV antibiotics because it was that bad. I was bricking it at the thought, and asked if I could just take the tablets and if it was worse in the morning, I'd go up to hospital then. Thankfully the swelling didn't get any worse (not sure it could have, my arm was massive as it was!!) and the antibiotics seem to be doing the trick. Massive dose though, two times 500mg tablets 4 times a day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 15, 2017 Share Posted March 15, 2017 Absolute shitemare eh? They actually wanted to admit me to hospital that night to get it sorted with IV antibiotics because it was that bad. I was bricking it at the thought, and asked if I could just take the tablets and if it was worse in the morning, I'd go up to hospital then. Thankfully the swelling didn't get any worse (not sure it could have, my arm was massive as it was!!) and the antibiotics seem to be doing the trick. Massive dose though, two times 500mg tablets 4 times a day Bigger arms you say Saves having to work out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieh Posted March 15, 2017 Share Posted March 15, 2017 Bigger arms you say Saves having to work out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieh Posted March 15, 2017 Share Posted March 15, 2017 Absolute shitemare eh? They actually wanted to admit me to hospital that night to get it sorted with IV antibiotics because it was that bad. I was bricking it at the thought, and asked if I could just take the tablets and if it was worse in the morning, I'd go up to hospital then. Thankfully the swelling didn't get any worse (not sure it could have, my arm was massive as it was!!) and the antibiotics seem to be doing the trick. Massive dose though, two times 500mg tablets 4 times a day It did go down but left the point of my elbow a mess for a while, until it burst. :puked: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tian447 Posted March 15, 2017 Share Posted March 15, 2017 It did go down but left the point of my elbow a mess for a while, until it burst. :puked: Boak! Did you have to get it drained, or did it burst through the skin? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieh Posted March 15, 2017 Share Posted March 15, 2017 Boak! Did you have to get it drained, or did it burst through the skin? burst Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tian447 Posted March 15, 2017 Share Posted March 15, 2017 burst At the minute, I think I'd take that actually Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart McNeill Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 At the minute, I think I'd take that actually [emoji38]Sounds a nightmare bud. However, where about do you play handball? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tian447 Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Sounds a nightmare bud. However, where about do you play handball? Dundee University. There's a Scottish University league (well, Strathclyde, Glasgow, St Andrews and up until recently Robert Gordon in Aberdeen had a team) and usually a couple of tournaments every year down south that we go to. We're off to the finals down in Gillingham tomorrow actually! We were down at the qualifying tournament in Nottingham last month where we finished near bottom of the group, so basically qualified for the Intertoto Cup instead of the Champions League, but hoping to smash it this weekend regardless It's such a fun sport to play, makes a nice wee change from football all the time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart McNeill Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Dundee University. There's a Scottish University league (well, Strathclyde, Glasgow, St Andrews and up until recently Robert Gordon in Aberdeen had a team) and usually a couple of tournaments every year down south that we go to. We're off to the finals down in Gillingham tomorrow actually! We were down at the qualifying tournament in Nottingham last month where we finished near bottom of the group, so basically qualified for the Intertoto Cup instead of the Champions League, but hoping to smash it this weekend regardless [emoji38] It's such a fun sport to play, makes a nice wee change from football all the time [emoji106] Remember seeing it when I was younger on the Olympics (I think) and wanted to always playing but never really managed to find anywhere that does it. Good luck to you mate, hope yous win! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter_hmfc Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Are there any good gyms in Edinburgh that have a lot of good freeweights sections? I've been to the Pure Gym at Ocean Terminal but it literally only seems to have one and it's always taken. Not sure if I just missed them but it doesn't really seem to focus on free weights at all, more a place for treadmills and cycling machines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aam025 Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 Are there any good gyms in Edinburgh that have a lot of good freeweights sections? I've been to the Pure Gym at Ocean Terminal but it literally only seems to have one and it's always taken. Not sure if I just missed them but it doesn't really seem to focus on free weights at all, more a place for treadmills and cycling machines. The commie has three racks, a bench, squat rack, about 10 benches for free weights and a lifting platform. Can be busy between 4:30 -5:30 but have never really had a problem getting a rack. The best place I have been for weights is the Ratho climbing centre... now if there was something like that in town it would be amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoebee Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 Walk around the first corner at ocean terminal and there are 20+ benches Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyeyespy Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 Thinking of starting to take creating along with my protein powder. What's people routine for creating? Pre or post work out. Or both? How many grams? Do you also take it on the days you are not training? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS86 Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 5g a day. Monohydrate is best. Doesn't make a difference when you take it tbh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyeyespy Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 I've read reviews about people saying don't worry about loading on 20g of creatine for a week when starting off, and just stick to 5g every day with no cycle. Is this someone that the majority on here would agree with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyeyespy Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 To load or not to load in the first week of creatine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Had a terrible last week there. Full of drink and shite food and only got to the gym twice. Make up for it the next few week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 (edited) To load or not to load in the first week of creatine?Personally, when I eventually get on it I will be just taking the recommendation on the tub which Is 5g. Will have it pre workout along with my protein shake. Need to sort my diet out. I am buying scales and I am going to weigh, count and track everything that goes into my gub. Edited March 20, 2017 by AlimOzturk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The jj era Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 I've read reviews about people saying don't worry about loading on 20g of creatine for a week when starting off, and just stick to 5g every day with no cycle. Is this someone that the majority on here would agree with? Yes, if you're just starting to use it take the recommended amount. Don't over complicate things Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The jj era Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 (edited) I'm now In my last 4 weeks of a 12 week bulk. First time I've done it and seeing some pretty good stats re weight/body fat. Start of bulk: 12 stone 11 /16% body fat Now: 13 stone 9 /12% body fat. I expect quite a few of those lbs to be water weight so I'm most likely around 13 stone 6 normally. Seeing a few visual differences but nothing major expecting to once I start my cut soon Been working out 3/4 times a week, eating around 3500 cals as recommended on Myfitnesspal and always focusing on compound lifts when working out. Edited March 20, 2017 by The jj era Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tian447 Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Remember seeing it when I was younger on the Olympics (I think) and wanted to always playing but never really managed to find anywhere that does it. Good luck to you mate, hope yous win! Smashed it! Topped the group stages, came back from 5-1 down in the semi final to win 7-6 (with 2 men sent off for the last minute) and won the final 11-4! A Scottish team winning the England Handball tournament was ace! Gutted I didn't bring a Scottish flag down for the photo at the end Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS86 Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 I'm now In my last 4 weeks of a 12 week bulk. First time I've done it and seeing some pretty good stats re weight/body fat. Start of bulk: 12 stone 11 /16% body fat Now: 13 stone 9 /12% body fat. I expect quite a few of those lbs to be water weight so I'm most likely around 13 stone 6 normally. Seeing a few visual differences but nothing major expecting to once I start my cut soon Been working out 3/4 times a week, eating around 3500 cals as recommended on Myfitnesspal and always focusing on compound lifts when working out. That's some awesome progress. Has your strength improved much over that time? How are you measuring bf% btw? Reason I ask is 12% bf would be around 6-8 weeks out from bodybuilding competition level - visible abs and some separation etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS86 Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Smashed it! Topped the group stages, came back from 5-1 down in the semi final to win 7-6 (with 2 men sent off for the last minute) and won the final 11-4! A Scottish team winning the England Handball tournament was ace! Gutted I didn't bring a Scottish flag down for the photo at the end Well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS86 Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Another wee snippet of my training. Not long now til comp so starting to build it back up to the heavier weights https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROGtiCiUFDo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Abs. Never seen my abs since I was 15. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS86 Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Abs. Never seen my abs since I was 15. I'm sure my car has ABS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 I'm sure my car has ABS Mines doesn't anymore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Going to start cutting next week for 6-8 weeks. Unfortunately, I gain fat incredibly easy and my attempts to bulk and build muscle have resulted in my belly growing. Which I cannot stand. So, next week going to measure and count everything. Prepare all my meals and Cut to about 1800 calories. Going to start HIIT training and continue with what I have been doing with the weights. Hopefully, I can preserve any muscle I have built these past few months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS86 Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Gym today was hardest session in ages, ironically it was also lightest in ages because I was deloading. Absolutely fried. Thinking of adding in a preworkout to get me through the final 4 week push to my competition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 So new full body routine starting next week. 10 min cardio warm up. Goblet squats 3 set at 12 reps. Dumbell chest press 3 sets at 12 reps. Fly press 3 sets at 12 reps. Overhead shoulder press 3 sets 12 reps. Lateral raise 3 sets at 12 reps. Bent over rows 3 sets at 12 reps. Dumbell curls 3 set at 12 reps. Tricept extention 3 sets at 12 reps. Weighted push up 3 sets 10 reps Abdominal crunches. Monday/Wednesday/Friday. HIIT training on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 8 weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 So new full body routine starting next week. 10 min cardio warm up. Goblet squats 3 set at 12 reps. Dumbell chest press 3 sets at 12 reps. Fly press 3 sets at 12 reps. Overhead shoulder press 3 sets 12 reps. Lateral raise 3 sets at 12 reps. Bent over rows 3 sets at 12 reps. Dumbell curls 3 set at 12 reps. Tricept extention 3 sets at 12 reps. Weighted push up 3 sets 10 reps Abdominal crunches. Monday/Wednesday/Friday. HIIT training on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 45% protein, 35% fat, 20% carbs on a 1800 calories diet. Going to be tough. 8 weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart McNeill Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 So new full body routine starting next week. 10 min cardio warm up. Goblet squats 3 set at 12 reps. Dumbell chest press 3 sets at 12 reps. Fly press 3 sets at 12 reps. Overhead shoulder press 3 sets 12 reps. Lateral raise 3 sets at 12 reps. Bent over rows 3 sets at 12 reps. Dumbell curls 3 set at 12 reps. Tricept extention 3 sets at 12 reps. Weighted push up 3 sets 10 reps Abdominal crunches. Monday/Wednesday/Friday. HIIT training on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 45% protein, 35% fat, 20% carbs on a 1800 calories diet. Going to be tough. 8 weeks. What does your diet usually consist of? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 (edited) What does your diet usually consist of?Only thing I have kept track on at the moment are amount of calories and protein. Which always fluctuates although I attempt to get 150-200 grams of protein and around about 3000 calories a day. Lots of chicken, eggs, red meat, potatoes, rice, vegetables, salads. (and Guinness) I try and stay away from bread and pasta. Use protein shakes as well and will be starting creatine next week. Edited March 24, 2017 by AlimOzturk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS86 Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Lots of chicken, eggs, red meat, potatoes, rice, vegetables, salads. (and Guinness) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieh Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Only thing I have kept track on at the moment are amount of calories and protein. Which always fluctuates although I attempt to get 150-200 grams of protein and around about 3000 calories a day. Lots of chicken, eggs, red meat, potatoes, rice, vegetables, salads. (and Guinness) I try and stay away from bread and pasta. Use protein shakes as well and will be starting creatine next week. Drop the red meat and potatoes from your diet and up your intake of water(Reduce the water intake in the final week). This should bring the cutting in tight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Drop the red meat and potatoes from your diet and up your intake of water(Reduce the water intake in the final week). This should bring the cutting in tight. Why drop red meat, is it the sodium intake? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieh Posted March 25, 2017 Share Posted March 25, 2017 (edited) Why drop red meat, is it the sodium intake?Too much fat, Stick to white meat whilst dieting. Especially fish. Edited March 25, 2017 by aussieh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 25, 2017 Share Posted March 25, 2017 Too much fat, Stick to white meat whilst dieting. Especially fish. Nice one. Also, whilst doing a full body workout is it better to use Lighter weights, high reps to failure or heavier weight lower reps to failure? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieh Posted March 25, 2017 Share Posted March 25, 2017 Nice one. Also, whilst doing a full body workout is it better to use Lighter weights, high reps to failure or heavier weight lower reps to failure? Suppose I'd go somewhere in between, go too heavy you'll tire yourself out before you finish or go too light and by doing so , failing to stimulate the target muscles. So a nice 10 to 12 rep range with a weight that you hit failure on the working set.(Warm up sets of 2 to 3 sets, with 1 all out working set) To me there's no need for more sets if you do your working set correctly. Add 1 or 2 forced reps or half reps to absolutely destroy the muscles. Note: Go lighter the lighter you become just to maintain the muscle you have whilst dieting. You should have gained the mass already or you should not be dieting yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieh Posted March 25, 2017 Share Posted March 25, 2017 (edited) Nice one. Also, whilst doing a full body workout is it better to use Lighter weights, high reps to failure or heavier weight lower reps to failure? Alim, take what info you hear and experiment to see what works and doesn't work for you. Everyone is different and volume training didn't really work as well for me as Heavy duty did. And some people look at food and get fat and some can eat all day long. At the end of the day make training enjoyable and intense. Once you get bored it becomes a slog and you lose interest. Edited March 25, 2017 by aussieh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Well, that was tough. Absolutely destroyed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Just got to telling myself this low calorie diet is only for 8 weeks. Much prefer the bulking to the cutting if I am honest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS86 Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I'm going to have a wee diet after my comp but I am the same tbh, it is a real grind dropping calories and cutting out the curries and pizzas hahaha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 Myfitnesspal is superb. Helping me keep on track with the diet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 Myfitnesspal is superb. Helping me keep on track with the diet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill43 Posted April 4, 2017 Share Posted April 4, 2017 I am addicted to running recently,hopeful it can helr me losing weight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS86 Posted April 4, 2017 Share Posted April 4, 2017 Picked up a bug from my youngest and missed a weeks worth of training as a result . Still not 100% Been a long week, starting to lose the plot haha, feels like it's been a month! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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