breezy's training, supplementation, and food log

breezy11 said:
Because it's the cool thing to do :D. I decided to give it a try 6+ months ago and after a few weeks noticed less bloating and was just feeling better overall. The difference has been pretty significant, especially when consuming around 5000 calories daily.
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I have been toying with the idea, but a neighbour who is going gluten free told me not to unless there was a reason why, as you loose taste/texture - that true?
 
wasme said:
I have been toying with the idea, but a neighbour who is going gluten free told me not to unless there was a reason why, as you loose taste/texture - that true?
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Not at all.
You'll feel much better without those carb sources in 90% of the people.

Clean food= foods that don't bother your stomach and make you bloated IMO

That can vary from person to person
 
EBF Inc said:
Not at all.
You'll feel much better without those carb sources in 90% of the people.

Clean food= foods that don't bother your stomach and make you bloated IMO

That can vary from person to person
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Well, I am going to have to give it a go.
 
I love eating gluten free. I feel like the carbs don't hang around forever.. and my body utilizes them much better
 
804 said:
I love eating gluten free. I feel like the carbs don't hang around forever.. and my body utilizes them much better
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I didn't feel weighed down at all from the 600g+ over 3 hours time (AP helps though).

My weight still hasn't gone up from the extra carbs/cals (1100). I'm actually down a pound from my pre-refeed weight. I'll probably experiment with 700g next week. :thumbsup:
 
AP is magic sometimes brother! If I have a cheat meal I ALWAYS take AP.. Most of the time it basically erases it...

Tried your banded side lateral machine. Loved it
 
804 said:
AP is magic sometimes brother! If I have a cheat meal I ALWAYS take AP.. Most of the time it basically erases it...

Tried your banded side lateral machine. Loved it
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Sometimes!?! :D

Yeah, AP is a staple for me. I'm looking forward to adding Recompadrol to my arsenal as well (haven't tried it).

Awesome man. I tried a few new things today that I'll post later.
 
Progress has been good this past week. My obliques are starting to pop, which I don't believe I've seen before.


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*I was the only person in that section of the gym, but still felt like a tool for lifting up my shirt and taking a pic. :)
 
Lookin super lean bud.
 
9/19/13


Incline Treadmill Walk
12 mins



Single Arm Cable Pushdowns / Single Arm Cable Extensions / 1.5 Cable Culrls
40x15 / 40x12 / 100x12
45x10 / 45x10 / 120x10
50x10 / 50x8 / 130x8
55x8 / 55x5 / 140x8

Part of 1st set: Meadows just posted this triceps combo, so I gave it a shot. It was solid and the pump was intense.


[video=youtube_share;cRwmYc9G8hw]http://youtu.be/cRwmYc9G8hw[/video]



JM Press / BB Drag Curl
135x10 / 95x5
135x10 / 95x5
155x8 / 95x4
155x8 / 95x4

-JM: false grip

-drag curl: 4 sec concentric / 3 sec flex / 5 sec eccentric



Slight Incline Banded Tate Press / Slight Incline DB Curls
30x10 / 20x12
35x8 / 20x12
35x8 / 20x12
35x6 / 20x12

-both exercises done on lowest setting of incline bench

-Tate Press: The addition of bands worked well. The setup was similar to the elbows-out extensions that I did on the standing preacher curl pad. My triceps were toast after these. I'll try to get videos of all the new band work that I did today.

-curls: Working the bottom half of the movement. I was basically lying down, so full ROM would cause me to lose a lot of tension at the top (worked top half next).



Lying Band Extensions / Pronated DB Kickbacks / Banded Seated BB Curl
15 / 25x10 / 60x10
15 / 25x10 / 60x8
15 / 25x10 / 60x6

-band extensions: I put a band around one end of a flat bench and positioned myself at the other. This allowed for a good stretch, back behind my head. They were very simple and effective.

-band bb curls: I used a wide/thin band (gold one seen in some videos) and kept the ends under my feet with it centered over the middle of the BB. The width made it easy to have the tension pulling directly from the center of the bar and keep the added resistance even for both arms. Since I was seated, the top half of the movement was the main focus. These were just as brutal as the banded HS preachers and I’ll continue doing them.
 
And here's USPlabs beast Luigi F@giani, repping 725lbs deads at 220lbs. :eek:


[video=youtube;OdgYziAZJfU]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdgYziAZJfU&feature=share&list=UUljmTHub-zO961EQTKBKUsA[/video]
 
breezy11 said:
Sometimes!?! :D

Yeah, AP is a staple for me. I'm looking forward to adding Recompadrol to my arsenal as well (haven't tried it).

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Will you stack the two?


breezy11 said:
Progress has been good this past week. My obliques are starting to pop, which I don't believe I've seen before.
*I was the only person in that section of the gym, but still felt like a tool for lifting up my shirt and taking a pic. :)
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Holy Breezy, look amazing dude.. you always impress the hell out of me.
 
wasme said:
Will you stack the two?

Holy Breezy, look amazing dude.. you always impress the hell out of me.
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I haven't decided exactly how I'll be using them yet, but should have it figured out soon. I plan on using Metabolic Powder pre-workout (fasted) and for refeeds though.

Thanks wasme. I've got my diet and training dialed in, along with well thought out supplementation. Hopefully, I can keep the progress moving at a steady pace.

The_Puma15 said:
Lookin like skin and bones bro!

Go eat a sandwich or something.

:joke: :biglaugh:
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Lol thanks. I'm actually eating above 3000 calories daily. :D

aceroni said:
You're looking peeled dude. You'll be ready in no time
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Thanks ace. I hope to be somewhat close in the next month or so. I still have plenty of calories/carbs to work with and HIIT to add if necessary.
 
I'll be hitting the gym at 5am before spending most of the day on the road. My grandmother passed away and her funeral is tomorrow. I might be back on AM tomorrow night if time allows.
 
Looking shredded man. Compared to page 1, you've made a tonne of progress in such a short time frame. Congrats.
 
breezy11 said:
I'll be hitting the gym at 5am before spending most of the day on the road. My grandmother passed away and her funeral is tomorrow. I might be back on AM tomorrow night if time allows.
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Sorry to hear that. Hope all is well
 
Sending a prayer your way man, stay strong in spirit
 
breezy11 said:
I'll be hitting the gym at 5am before spending most of the day on the road. My grandmother passed away and her funeral is tomorrow. I might be back on AM tomorrow night if time allows.
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Sorry to hear that.
If there's anything you need man you know how to reach me
 
Jiigzz said:
Looking shredded man. Compared to page 1, you've made a tonne of progress in such a short time frame. Congrats.
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Thanks Jiiggzz. I've definitely tightened up my appearance over the last 6+ months.


Jiigzz said:
Sorry to hear that. Hope all is well
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Driven2lift said:
My condolences to you and your family Breezy
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gokix811 said:
Sorry for your loss, breezy. :(
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TheMovement said:
Sending a prayer your way man, stay strong in spirit
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EBF Inc said:
Sorry to hear that.
If there's anything you need man you know how to reach me
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Thanks guys. Much appreciated.
 
Prayers to you and your entire Breezy!
 
HokiePride said:
Prayers to you and your entire Breezy!
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804 said:
Keep strong brother! Keep you in my prayers

by the way, Progress pic looks epic brother
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wasme said:
Sorry to read this Matt, my thoughts are with you and your family.
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Budman7811 said:
Sorry for your loss.
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Thanks for your thoughts and prayers guys.

I just got back from a very long day. This morning's workout was solid and I'll post an update tomorrow.

It was nice to get home and have these waiting for me. Thanks EBF Inc.

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I could've used them today, as I spent 3 hours at a nice Italian restaurant, staring at the endless amounts of pasta, pizza, and desserts that surrounded me. I ate some grilled chicken breast and broccoli, but most likely would've enjoyed a slice or two with Recompadrol and Metabolic Powder for damage control. I'll give MP a try in the morning before my (fasted) back session.
 
9/20/13


Incline Machine Press (Flite) / Face Pulls (rope) / Band Over and Backs
90x12 / 100x15 / 12
110x10 / 110x15 / 12
120x6 / 120x12 / 12
120x6 / 130x13 / 12



Band Chest Contractions / Fat Bar Incline Bench / Bent-Over DB Laterals / Incline Band Pull Aparts
15 / 155x10 / 20x15 / 10, 20 (partials)
15 / 195x8 / 20x15 / 10, 20 (partials)
15 / 195x8 / 20x15 / 10, 20 (partials)
15 / 195x8 / 20x15 / 10, 20 (partials)

-incline bench: constant tension


4th set: I loved this combo, especially the lateral raises with the incline pull aparts. I highly recommend the incline band work after laterals or for a band destroyer set (using multiple bands).


[video=youtube;2aU5-okbCUg]https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=2aU5-okbCUg[/video]




Slight Decline Fat Bar Rest-Pause Bench / Horizontal Press / Band Over and Backs
175x6 / 8x12 / 10
175x6 / 8x12 / 10
175x6 / 8x12 / 10
175x6 / 8x12 / 10

-bench: 25lb plate used for slight decline / 5 sec eccentric / 3 sec pause (above chest) / 1 sec concentric / 1 sec flex



One-Arm Peck Deck / 6 ways
110x14 / 10x10
120x12 / 10x10
130x12 / 10x10

-6 ways: holding 10lb plates



Banded Incline DB Swings (and band pull aparts) annihilator set :eek:
70x40, 40x35, 30x25, 20x20, band x 10, band x20 partials, 20 sec band hold in flexed position

-This was ridiculous. I was in serious pain by the time I got to the solo band work. Holding the band apart (as much as I could) at the end had me ready to cry lol.
 
9/21/13

Grenade Striaght-Arm Pushdowns
90x15
100x12
110x12
120x12, 70x12

3rd set:

[video=youtube;drjSBLD870w]https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=drjSBLD870w[/video]
 
Dante Rows
140x15
180x12
200x8
200x8
200x8

-2 sec flex

4th set:

[video=youtube;8IEm5WK1_04]https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=8IEm5WK1_04[/video]
 
Banded HS Single Arm Row
70x15
90x10
115x8
115x8


4th set: With a lot of focus these were solid.

[video=youtube;2OSZMpEOPQM]https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=2OSZMpEOPQM[/video]



Banded HS Single Arm Pulldowns
90x8
90x8
90x8, 45x8

-90x8 2 sec flex

-45x8 (drop set) 3 sec concentric / 3 sec flex / 5 sec eccentric
 
Scapulae Stretch Pulldowns
170x12
190x10
200x10
220x8 (used straps)


Part of 1st set: These felt amazing and loosened my back up great.

[video=youtube;pNZrMIpj4vo]https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=pNZrMIpj4vo[/video]
 
Prone Band Shrugs / Prone Band Rows
10 / 8
10 / 8
10 / 8
10 / 8


2nd set: Awesome exercises and combo. It was a proud moment when these worked out well lol.

[video=youtube;kPOuHlwgM1Q]https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=kPOuHlwgM1Q[/video]


Rope Stretchers
120x10
120x8
120x8
120x8, 70x10
 
9/22/13


Busy day today. I have just enough to post this morning’s session before football. :thumbsup:


Cable Pushdowns / Cable Extensions / 1.25 Hammer Curls
40x15 / 40x15 / 45x8, x8 partials
50x12 / 50x10 / 45x8, x8 partials
55x8 / 55x8 / 45x8, x8 partials
60x8 / 60x6 / 45x8, x8 partials

-pushdowns/extensions: no attachment



Banded Fat Bar JM Press / BB Drag Curl
Band x 15 /
115x8 / 65x10
115x8 / 65x10
115x8 / 65x10
115x7 / 65x8

-JM: flase grip


2nd working set: One of my black bands broke, so I got creative. I doubled the band around the bench and ran the bar through it. This worked out very well, as the band tension was pulling back slightly, following the same path as the movement. There was plenty of room for my head to fit between the band as well.

[video=youtube;uvG6kajl6xQ]https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=uvG6kajl6xQ[/video]

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Slight Incline Banded Tate Press / Slight Incline DB Curls
35x6 / 25x12
35x6 / 25x12
35x6 /25x12
35x5 / 25x10

-curls: working bottom half of movement to keep tension high.


3rd and 4th sets: I love these (and banded JM). The increasing resistance as I move towards lockout is brutal. I tried a different approach with the band on the last set, but prefer the first setup shown.

[video=youtube;3DR44zIlvoM]https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=3DR44zIlvoM[/video]



Lying Band Extensions / Pronated DB Kickbacks / Banded Seated BB curl
12 + 8 partials / 25x10 / 60x8
12 + 8 partials / 25x10 / 60x8
12 + 8 partials / 25x10 / 60x6

-wide/thin gold band used for extensions and curls (shown in prone shrug video yesterday)

-extensions: band around one end of bench while body positioned at the very end of the other side / reaching back behind head and extending to lockout

-band curls: band under feet and over bar / working top half of movement

- I tried to record a video of the superset, but my phone died before it finished recording. I’ll get one next time.
 
9/23/13

No gym today. I got in 45 mins of fasted LISS this morning with OxyELITE Pro Advanced, A-T2, Compound 20, AP, F-95, and Metabolic Powder taken prior.

Carbs are at a minimum for the day and I'm feeling pretty rundown. I've had a headache for a few hours, been urinating like crazy, and want to take a nap. It looks like I've entered ketosis after consuming 200-250g carbs (including a lot of fiber) daily, since last refeed. I believe the additions of Recompadrol and MP, along with AP and my training, have allowed for the quick transition with a higher carb intake.

I can't wait for tomorrow's refeed. After monitoring how I've responded in the previous weeks and how long it's taken for my weight to return to baseline, I plan on shooting for ~800g carbs in 3-4 hours time.
 
Just caught up. Still killing it and making other people (me) feel inadequate, haha. Sorry for your loss bud, hope all is going well.
Looking beastly, by the way.
 
iparatroop said:
Just caught up. Still killing it and making other people (me) feel inadequate, haha. Sorry for your loss bud, hope all is going well.
Looking beastly, by the way.
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Haha welcome back man. How'd training go?

Thanks bud, I'm doing pretty well. Hopefully, I'm looking my best in the next few weeks.
 
I'm hitting the gym for a fasted chest/shoulder session. Chicken and egg whites are on the post-workout menu and will be eaten again before today's refeed around 5pm. Calories and carbs will be through the roof, so hopefully my upper chest soaks them up lol.
 
9/24/13


This morning’s session went well; however, energy was somewhat lacking and I could tell that I’m in need of a refeed.



Incline Machine Press (Flite) / Banded HS Laterals / Standing Machine Lateral Swings / Band Over and Backs
90x15 / 20x8 / 100x40 /10
140x6 / 20x8 / 100x40 / 10
140x6 / 20x8 / 100x40 / 10
140x6 / 20x8 / 100x35 / 10



Band Chest Contractions / Neutral Grip Incline DB Press / Bent-Over DB Laterals / Incline Band Pull Aparts
15 / 75x10 / 30x8 / 10
15 / 75x10 / 30x8 / 10
15 / 75x10 / 30x8 / 10

-DB press/pull aparts: 22 degree incline

-DB press: 3 sec eccentric / 2 sec stretch / 2 sec concentric / 1 sec flex



Incline Hex Press / BB Over and Backs (Bradford Press) / Band Over and Backs
50x8 / 45x12 / 10
50x8 / 45x12 / 10
50x8 / 45x10 / 10

-hex press: 5 sec eccentric / 3 sec pause (above chest) / 1 sec concentric (explosive) / 2 sec flex …brutal



Upper Chest Cable Flyes
40x10 (low pulley)
40x10 (low pulley)
50x10 (high pulley)
50x10 (high pulley)

-low pulley: pulling up and in to nose level with 2 sec flex

-high pulley: pulling down and in to chest level with 2 sec flex




Incline DB/Band Rear Delt Destruction

-This was tough. I could barely move the black band and the flex/hold at the end had me shaking uncontrollably in pain.


[video=youtube;xkdw7OVbZ9E]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkdw7OVbZ9E&feature=player_embedded[/video]
 
Incline Band Pull Apart (+partials) Destroyer Set / Band Bench Crawls

-I came up with this combo on the fly and absolutely loved it. It will continue to be one of my go-to shoulder finishers.


[video=youtube;M6VhiIx-N8c]https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=M6VhiIx-N8c[/video]
 
Those look horrible. Your TUT in those vids is longer than my entire TUT in my whole workout. :eek: ;)
 
bolt10 said:
Those look horrible. Your TUT in those vids is longer than my entire TUT in my whole workout. :eek: ;)
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Yeah, I enjoy torturing myself :D. You should try those incline pull aparts, solo or after some bent-over DB laterals.
 
breezy11 said:
Yeah, I enjoy torturing myself :D. You should try those incline pull aparts, solo or after some bent-over DB laterals.
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I think I will. Always can use some cool rear delt exercises and you seem to know them all (or think of new ones on your own).
 
My new toy.

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I'll be making some serious shakes with this beast.


I grabbed a few things to help me hit what should be 825g carbs later today.

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Buy 1 get 1 free :)

I more or less consider any carb source that's low in fat a decent "clean" option for refeeds. I usually stay away from gluten, but made an exception. I'm going to add organic honey to my OxyELITE Protein frosting (for gf waffles) as well.
 
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