What training are you doing/have you done today? (Vol.3)
Discussion
Whey Protein vs Clear Whey Isolate.
I've been topping up the daily protein intake with whey for a good year now but I actually really dislike it. Makes me feel a bit sick immediately after having it. It's too thick and just a bit meh. I've tried all sorts of flavours and brands and just don't rate it. The only one I got on with was some Polish brand which you can't get anymore.
I've recently given clear whey isolate a try and it's so much better. It's basically protein squash and I can drink it pretty much all day every day. It also tastes better and doesn't make me feel sick.
Is it ok to just have Clear Whey Isolate or should I stick with whey protein? I've done plenty of research and basically got nowhere!
I've been topping up the daily protein intake with whey for a good year now but I actually really dislike it. Makes me feel a bit sick immediately after having it. It's too thick and just a bit meh. I've tried all sorts of flavours and brands and just don't rate it. The only one I got on with was some Polish brand which you can't get anymore.
I've recently given clear whey isolate a try and it's so much better. It's basically protein squash and I can drink it pretty much all day every day. It also tastes better and doesn't make me feel sick.
Is it ok to just have Clear Whey Isolate or should I stick with whey protein? I've done plenty of research and basically got nowhere!
Animal said:
Yesterday morning:
Holy Trinity
30 mins of pushups, pullups and dips. Max reps.
I did sets of 5 pushups, 2-3 pullups and 5 dips
Total 135 pushups, 73 pullups, 130 dips.
The aim is 150 reps each...
This evening:Holy Trinity
30 mins of pushups, pullups and dips. Max reps.
I did sets of 5 pushups, 2-3 pullups and 5 dips
Total 135 pushups, 73 pullups, 130 dips.
The aim is 150 reps each...
Total 150 pushups, 86 pullups, 150 dips.
4x12 Bulgarian split squat
2 rounds suitcase carry (30kg dumbbell, 60-75 metres)
A bit achey this week.
Joined a gym (again) for the first time in five(?) years, deffo since Covid.
I was sixty last year, so not expecting fast, nor as much progress as previously but quite enjoying getting back into the swing of it.
First couple of visits tried the usual squats, bench press, deads, etc. Despite going very light and strict form I felt a few twinges. Going to give them a miss for a while at least.
Trying out a variation of PPL which is new to me and quite enjoying.
Joined a gym (again) for the first time in five(?) years, deffo since Covid.
I was sixty last year, so not expecting fast, nor as much progress as previously but quite enjoying getting back into the swing of it.
First couple of visits tried the usual squats, bench press, deads, etc. Despite going very light and strict form I felt a few twinges. Going to give them a miss for a while at least.
Trying out a variation of PPL which is new to me and quite enjoying.
Edited by LordGrover on Tuesday 18th April 09:35
Animal said:
Animal said:
Yesterday morning:
Holy Trinity
30 mins of pushups, pullups and dips. Max reps.
I did sets of 5 pushups, 2-3 pullups and 5 dips
Total 135 pushups, 73 pullups, 130 dips.
The aim is 150 reps each...
This evening:Holy Trinity
30 mins of pushups, pullups and dips. Max reps.
I did sets of 5 pushups, 2-3 pullups and 5 dips
Total 135 pushups, 73 pullups, 130 dips.
The aim is 150 reps each...
Total 150 pushups, 86 pullups, 150 dips.
4x12 Bulgarian split squat
2 rounds suitcase carry (30kg dumbbell, 60-75 metres)
Sadly I have been out with a serious injury for the last 2 months so nothing but running for me lately, My biceps have gone from 16.5 inches circumference to just shy of 15 in that time - depressing!
272BHP said:
Never heard of that Holy Trinity challenge before. Sounds like something I would have loved to have had a crack at.
Sadly I have been out with a serious injury for the last 2 months so nothing but running for me lately, My biceps have gone from 16.5 inches circumference to just shy of 15 in that time - depressing!
It's the pullups that kill me - I'm about 93kg and I really struggle with getting a full ROM. I mostly settle for just getting my chin over the bar.Sadly I have been out with a serious injury for the last 2 months so nothing but running for me lately, My biceps have gone from 16.5 inches circumference to just shy of 15 in that time - depressing!
The way I pace it is 5 pushups, 2-3 pullups and 5 dips each minute on the minute. I could do more pushups or dips, but I'd rather save my energy for adding in another pullup here or there!
Anastie said:
Got my training back up to the level it was before man flu. When during isolated bicep curls it felt like my left elbow went “twang”. Pain in extension and any weight. So cut session short. R.I.C.E it is…
Working out in late fifties is literally a pain at times!
You might find this helpful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-WxLA2X0QUWorking out in late fifties is literally a pain at times!
Chicken Chaser said:
I achieved my first 100kg deadlift set of 6 this week, weighing in at 79kg. Felt good and if anything my grip was at its limit.
I never used straps at all in my younger days, instead favouring a load of chalk and a reverse grip, even up to max lifts, but now I use straps for my heavy set. That's a good lift man, well done!! Last night:
5 reps deadlift @ 140kg
90-sec ski-erg (min 375 metres)
rest 3 min, 3 rounds
5 reps front squat @ 60kg
90-sec ski-erg (min 375 metres)
rest 3 min, 3 rounds
Interesting that the deadlift was pretty easy given I haven't done any consistent heavy pulling in about 6 months. Front squat was pretty light but as always the issue for me is severe tightness in my wrists!
5 reps deadlift @ 140kg
90-sec ski-erg (min 375 metres)
rest 3 min, 3 rounds
5 reps front squat @ 60kg
90-sec ski-erg (min 375 metres)
rest 3 min, 3 rounds
Interesting that the deadlift was pretty easy given I haven't done any consistent heavy pulling in about 6 months. Front squat was pretty light but as always the issue for me is severe tightness in my wrists!
Two-parter tonight:
1) 5 mins on stair climber, 1 min rest. 5 rounds. 132 floors total.
2) Core circuit, which is 3 rounds of sit-up, pushup plank, V-sit kickout, V-sit hold, leg raise, leg raise hold, V-up, pushup plank. 30 sec of each with 30 sec rest between each exercise (5 pushups each rest period).
1) 5 mins on stair climber, 1 min rest. 5 rounds. 132 floors total.
2) Core circuit, which is 3 rounds of sit-up, pushup plank, V-sit kickout, V-sit hold, leg raise, leg raise hold, V-up, pushup plank. 30 sec of each with 30 sec rest between each exercise (5 pushups each rest period).
Yesterday back from holiday, so just an hour on Zwift and a swim in the bay which felt so good, really miss the sea air, surprised to see that I actually lost 4lb whilst away I did over 7000m of climbing so was pretty active, also I ate nothing but red meat save for the odd chicken salad on the motorway, probably consuming the thick end of 40 to 50oz of meat in various forms a day, have to say felt good on it, anyway back to my normal diet now and looking forward to lifting stuff.
Another full body exercise this morning. 7 weeks in and I can see and feel a difference, although I've dropped off cardio and while my waistline isn't getting any bigger, I'm gaining weight. I'm up 6lb from where I started, so just under a 1lb a week. I might look fairly trim in clothes but it hides fat,so probably need to go into a calorie deficit. I haven't been tracking my calories lately, just been guestimating from previous tracking occasions.
Since I read the post https://pingpongacademy.org/ping-pong-backhand/ I have slightly revised my attitude to the game of ping pong and now I try to play every day to improve my skill. Today is no exception. Of course, many people think that this isn't a workout, but for me it is a full-fledged cardio workout
Yesterday, first gym session for 2 weeks, back and chest, felt really good, rest has cleared any nigges I had, usual swim as well.
Today, 7am swim, from bed to water took about 3 minutes, never fails to wake me up, then a hilly hour on the bike, legs feeling super from all the Alpine riding, cracked 34kph avg, finished off with a beautiful sunset swim.
Today, 7am swim, from bed to water took about 3 minutes, never fails to wake me up, then a hilly hour on the bike, legs feeling super from all the Alpine riding, cracked 34kph avg, finished off with a beautiful sunset swim.
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