You know what, actually I don't know why I said loose skin when I don't think that's what it is. I'm pretty sure it's just still fat, the thing is I can control it sort of haha. I just became worried that I am fat from 250 but now at 175 I'm still fat. If possible I'd like to PM you some pics of my upper body and from there you can see and evaluate what needs to be done. Posting advice here is no problem, but I'd rather not share the pictures with the entire world, let me know if that's ok with you.

This post was edited by twilightseven on Jan 29 2012 03:02pm

Whats sup SKC!, I have a quick question about carb and diet

Im trying to stay fit, how much carbohydrates do you guys usually eat per day and not really get any fat?

It might be vague, but in general for a normal day how much would you eat?

I see that as far as protein goes, most of you guys eat at least 1g per pound. Thanks Im trying to build some muscle

Its so tough eating 4-6 small meals a day, I would eat well for 3 meals (proportion) and I would just blow up the next 3 just eating like crazy

It might be that I'm not eating enough, but eating too much carb is no good correct? Thanks again

I'm about 5'11, 165 pounds trying to lean mass, like your bodyfat % seems very nice

This post was edited by Riches on Jan 29 2012 04:01pm

Hello SKC ,

Alright , i just received my Shakeology order of 5 months. My p90x and Insanity workout dvd's. Now what i need is someone who knows what he/she is talking about and put together a 7 day meal plan including my Shakeology drinks in this plan.
It has to be a Monday to Sunday. Here is an idea of what you can work with. I'm 6.4 220 Pounds , I stopped working out around 6 years ago due to work, school etc.. I'm naturally strong all around. I have gained some weight around my stomach area, that's the main thing i want to focus on, and rebuilding all the muscle i had in the past.

I know some of you have told me, why not use the meal plan that comes with p90x.. Well, it's a big book with very complicated meal plans etc. I want something simple put 2gether. Like a 7 day meal plan for the week. Thanks a lot.

Hey!

My aunt has tendinitis in her knee. Any workouts you suggest to strengthen her legs/knees without too much pressure on them? Thanks bud

Hello.

I am very confused with what you are asking me. First of all, what is a "Salad Sandwich"? Secondly, give me a list of literally everything you eat in a normal day and the times you eat it. Thirdly, you need to be drinking AT LEAST 4 liters (1 gallon) of water per day...I recommend more like 6 liters.

OK - at $20 a day you can definitely do the hardgainer plan I listed...follow that one to the "T" and you should be good to go. You will gain weight rapidly and hopefully not much fat.

For the gainer I recommend CYTOGAINER as the plan mentions. Cytosport Cytogainer is superior.

Medium for sure. They are designed to get really tight as it is.

The seller didnt say, but these usually come in pairs right? lol

or do I need to buy two of them?

This post was edited by MegaVovaN on Jan 29 2012 07:04pm

Yes please go ahead and show me the pics.

5'11 and 165 lbs depending on your muscularity and BF% - your carbs don't have to be THAT low.

Assume your BMR (without exercise) is around 2,000 cals a day. You will need 1.5g / lb of bodyweight for protein. So that means 250g protein per day which = 1,000 calories. You also need about 60g of fat per day (with at least 30g from unsaturated sources) That's another 540 calories. So between the fat and protein you have 1,540 cals which leaves you 460 cals which is 115 grams of carbs. HOWEVER you are obviously burning up more than 2,000 cals a day especially if you are somewhat active and working out. If you are doing 1 hour of INTENSE activity per day, add another 500 cals to the diet. All 500 cals should be from carbs if you're already hitting the 1.5g / lb of protein. You can also add a little fat...but I'd try to keep it around 60-80g total.

So basically carbs are the filler. You need at least 115g of carbs per day....but most likely much more on workout days, and even closer to 150g on non-workout days.

As for the type of carbs, strive to get fiberous and slow digesting carbs like Whole Grains, Sweet potatoes, Pasta, veggies, brown rice, oats, etc.