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Zoltan
Posts: 1,003
May 19, 2015 1:27pm
That's an exagerration for sure. They have larger dumbbells, and you can obviously do what you want like squat, deadlift, etc. They do not have "free" olympic style lifting areas for deadlift, power clean, etc. Free pizza is real, and one of the dumbest things I have ever seen. The lunkhead thing is an alarm that goes off when people slam weights, and has nothing to do with size.BR1986FB;1729681 wrote:Must have more lax rules at yours. My understanding was "no big weights", "absolutely NO deadlifting" and "lots of free pizza and Tootsie Rolls." Oh, and "no big guys."
Automatik
Posts: 14,632
May 19, 2015 1:27pm
Agreed. I was a member for over 2 years and got jacked at PF. It was super cheap and rarely packed. The clientele was mostly older. Their model is ridiculous, but it gets people talking about it and that can't hurt.jmog;1729676 wrote:It's really not that terrible, as long as you aren't screaming and throwing weights down, no one cares.
They have plenty of dumb bells and plate/free weights to lift what you want to lift, even for the big guys.
The two things that are ridiculous there:
1. No scales anywhere, when I asked and they told me it was "because they might discourage someone" I laughed out loud (literally). Yeah, let's take the one thing out that most people will step on at home anyway to measure their progress.
2. The freaking pizza parties on whatever night they have them (I typically work out at lunch, sometimes early AM). Nothing says 'fitness' like chowing down on pizza while you 'work out'.
My current gym is rather shitty and I would gladly go back to a PF if it was comparable to my last one.
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thavoice
Posts: 14,376
May 19, 2015 1:27pm
..and add 2 lbs to the scales like at Globo Gym....jmog;1729690 wrote:That would really work well if they put a dang scale in the locker room!
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
May 19, 2015 1:27pm
TBH, the new "rule of thumb" seems to be "judge how you look in the mirror, not by the weight on the scale" but I get your point.jmog;1729690 wrote:That would really work well if they put a dang scale in the locker room!
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thavoice
Posts: 14,376
May 19, 2015 1:30pm
Never been a fan of weighing in at the gym anyways.BR1986FB;1729696 wrote:TBH, the new "rule of thumb" seems to be "judge how you look in the mirror, not by the weight on the scale" but I get your point.
Each scale can be a little different, and the time of day ya weigh in can change that number. I prefer one scale and one scale only and an AM weigh in
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jmog
Posts: 6,567
May 19, 2015 1:49pm
For the most part at a PF you find 3 types of people (obviously some outliers).Automatik;1729694 wrote:Agreed. I was a member for over 2 years and got jacked at PF. It was super cheap and rarely packed. The clientele was mostly older. Their model is ridiculous, but it gets people talking about it and that can't hurt.
My current gym is rather shitty and I would gladly go back to a PF if it was comparable to my last one.
Old people
Women
Men that are there out of convenience (so many locations), or because its dirt cheap, or because they want to show off for the women.
Just being honest, I have no real problems with the place but if it weren't for the fact that I can go work out during lunch and make it back in an hour, I would have gone somewhere else.
That being said, it is not nearly as bad as some "real gym" people make it out to be.
Raw Dawgin' it
Posts: 11,466
May 19, 2015 3:07pm
ernest_t_bass;1729660 wrote:My max speed is 27.79 mph.
ernest_t_bass;1729684 wrote:What's wrong with pizza before/during/after a workout??????????
You're bombing today. Go home.ernest_t_bass;1729686 wrote:On a serious note... my diet is shit currently. Well, not "shit," but I'm not on a strict diet like I should be. My working out is definitely up, though.
ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
May 20, 2015 8:18am
Chest/Back this morning. I know I've said it already, but I haven't felt this great in a long time.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
May 20, 2015 9:33am
I've been hitting arms each day and, so far, am pretty pleased. Pump seems much better/longer lasting.Azubuike24;1728309 wrote:I've been hitting a 6-day split. 4 exercises for a main part, 2 sets for tris and bis. Doing so for about 4 months and seeing great results.
Saturday - Back/Arms
Sunday - Chest/Arms
Monday - Quads/Arms
Tuesday - Shoulders/Arms
Wednesday - Hams/Arms
Thursday - Calves/Traps/Abs
Using the Chad Waterbury "high frequency" training for arms, trying to hit them 5 days a week. Obviously there is some crossover as well doing incline pressing, dead lifting, squatting, RDL's.
I go about it a tad different though. I only train 4 days a week and one of those is dedicated specifically to arms. On the other three days I'm adding a bicep & tricep movement (supersetted) with one heavy set followed by a dropset.
Have also been doing the weighted vest incline treadmill which works up a nice sweat.
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slcoach
Posts: 421
May 20, 2015 10:56am
I've done the "every day arms" the first three days this week and my arms feel a constant state of "pump". I like it so far.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
May 21, 2015 8:56am
Powerlifting (maximal weight) vs Bodybuilding (gaining muscle) bench press.....
https://www.t-nation.com/training/bodybuilding-vs-powerlifting-bench-press
https://www.t-nation.com/training/bodybuilding-vs-powerlifting-bench-press
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
May 22, 2015 12:33pm
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thavoice
Posts: 14,376
May 22, 2015 12:37pm
As we all know there is so much conflicting studies done about weight loss and such.
This week two article were trending that i read. ONe was how skipping meals leads to fat gain. Not just fat gain, but that dreaded 'belly fat'. That breakfast is the most important meal..blah blah.
Then today another article in the same news feed says that skipping meals is good for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and skipping breakfast, or pusshing it back as far as you can, is a good thing!
This week two article were trending that i read. ONe was how skipping meals leads to fat gain. Not just fat gain, but that dreaded 'belly fat'. That breakfast is the most important meal..blah blah.
Then today another article in the same news feed says that skipping meals is good for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and skipping breakfast, or pusshing it back as far as you can, is a good thing!
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
May 25, 2015 9:27pm
Don't have a dog in this fight, nor do I give a shit. However I recall a couple of posters in here saying they use these, so they might find this interesting, or maybe they don't GAF.
http://www.vox.com/2014/5/9/5695290/science-american-legal-system-confirm-that-barefoot-shoes-are-bullshit
http://www.vox.com/2014/5/9/5695290/science-american-legal-system-confirm-that-barefoot-shoes-are-bullshit
like_that
Posts: 26,625
May 25, 2015 9:54pm
This was already confirmed in this thread. Probably about a year ago, which is when this article is dated.Commander of Awesome;1730799 wrote:Don't have a dog in this fight, nor do I give a shit. However I recall a couple of posters in here saying they use these, so they might find this interesting, or maybe they don't GAF.
http://www.vox.com/2014/5/9/5695290/science-american-legal-system-confirm-that-barefoot-shoes-are-bullshit
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
May 25, 2015 10:14pm
Whoops my b. Came up on Twitter and didn't check. Well maybe refunds are still valid?like_that;1730805 wrote:This was already confirmed in this thread. Probably about a year ago, which is when this article is dated.
like_that
Posts: 26,625
May 25, 2015 10:17pm
I always thought they were a huge fail.Commander of Awesome;1730811 wrote:Whoops my b. Came up on Twitter and didn't check. Well maybe refunds are still valid?
Azubuike24
Posts: 15,933
May 25, 2015 11:17pm
Personally, I like the feel of a flat shoe for dead-lifting or anything from the floor. However, the Vibrams and other similar products are nothing better than many flat shoes. There are many other, lesser expensive options.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
May 26, 2015 5:19am
From my personal experience, I can say that Vibrams are much more comfortable on my feet that regular shoes. I wear them whenever I can, including when I lift.Azubuike24;1730822 wrote:Personally, I like the feel of a flat shoe for dead-lifting or anything from the floor. However, the Vibrams and other similar products are nothing better than many flat shoes. There are many other, lesser expensive options.
Azubuike24
Posts: 15,933
May 27, 2015 11:58am
Yes, more comfortable. However, I also try to go barefoot whenever I can too. For them to say Vibram's are "no better for you than shoes" is ridiculous, but so are some of the claims and reasoning behind why they were over $100/pair.
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thavoice
Posts: 14,376
May 27, 2015 4:53pm
I wouldnt mind trying those shoes for lifting and such but no way would I try them for running.
Not that anyone cares about me but this could help someone else. My hip issue was def related to my hips being out of line, most likely due to the two a day runs for a few weeks. Took a week off, run test went well but hurt afterwards and took more time off. A quick stop at the local peformance medicine place and seems to be back on track and tips on how to keep them back in line. Had the issue last fall but the symptoms were different (tight hammy always at the mile mark of a run).
Not that anyone cares about me but this could help someone else. My hip issue was def related to my hips being out of line, most likely due to the two a day runs for a few weeks. Took a week off, run test went well but hurt afterwards and took more time off. A quick stop at the local peformance medicine place and seems to be back on track and tips on how to keep them back in line. Had the issue last fall but the symptoms were different (tight hammy always at the mile mark of a run).
Azubuike24
Posts: 15,933
May 28, 2015 10:25am
99% of shoes today are terrible for humans. Human beings are meant to wear fucking shoes. Running in them? Duh. They will cause problems.
It's like debating that certain chairs are bad for you and some new brand of chair is great. The real issue is...don't sit down.
It's like debating that certain chairs are bad for you and some new brand of chair is great. The real issue is...don't sit down.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
May 28, 2015 10:51am
I run sprints, on soft grass, in them all of the time with no issues. I wouldn't advocate doing that on cement/concrete though and I certainly wouldn't suggest a distance runner wear them (or run distance PERIOD, for that matter).Azubuike24;1731315 wrote: Running in them? Duh. They will cause problems.
Azubuike24
Posts: 15,933
May 28, 2015 10:54am
I meant shoes in general. Some of the "running shoes" out there with 4 inch heel lifts and extreme cushion on the soles have been made to not make it uncomfortable to run. There's no doubt they lead to imbalances and injuries though. Try to run 12-14 MPH sprints in Vibrams on a treadmill and just the pounding noise alone will shy people away.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
May 28, 2015 10:55am
I've run sprints on the treadmill in Vibrams and agree completely.