Vitamin C for Sore Muscles After Isometric Workouts

[WhoWee]

Right now, my goals are to build muscle and lose fat. I don't know what my BMI is as I have nothing to measure it with but I would say 25-30%ish. I don't have any specific goals in mind, I would just really like to get in decent shape by the end of this year. Sitting around in front of a computer for 12+ hours a day isn't very good for the body.

I've starting drinking whey protein shakes (soy milk + whey) after my workouts and it has really been helping. Less sourness and more energy.

If you like Iso, you might want to read this.
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/kelly4.htm

This is a modified version of the original Atlas system which specified use of household items like chairs and tables instead of purchasing weights or other expensive equipment. The workouts in the Atlas program may be applicable to you. To learn more, search Charles Atlas.

 

[seycyrus]

My point is that is it even possible to get just protein? I'm not a big weightlifter, but I've never seen a suppliment that was protein only. Can you show me an example of a product that can deliver 225g in 900 cal?

Ehh, eat a few extra cans of tuna with some salsa thrown. Toss in a couple of chicken breasts for dinner. You'll max out on protein without including a lot of additional calories..

A high protein diet increases muscle gains imo.

 

[Sorry!]

Right now, my goals are to build muscle and lose fat. I don't know what my BMI is as I have nothing to measure it with but I would say 25-30%ish. I don't have any specific goals in mind, I would just really like to get in decent shape by the end of this year. Sitting around in front of a computer for 12+ hours a day isn't very good for the body.

I've starting drinking whey protein shakes (soy milk + whey) after my workouts and it has really been helping. Less sourness and more energy.

Your BMI is your ranking on the Body Mass Index. It goes by height and weight. I think the percentage answer you are giving is for your Body Fat percentage, which is different.

http://www.thefat.net/uploads/bmi.gif
You just use that to determine your BMI. 18.5-25 is Average.

To get your Body Fat percentage you would have to see either your doctor or go to a gym.

 

[Sorry!]

Ehh, eat a few extra cans of tuna with some salsa thrown. Toss in a couple of chicken breasts for dinner. You'll max out on protein without including a lot of additional calories..

A high protein diet increases muscle gains imo.

With a glass of skim milk and you'll build more muscle and keep your body fat down as well.

 

[Proton Soup]

Your BMI is your ranking on the Body Mass Index. It goes by height and weight. I think the percentage answer you are giving is for your Body Fat percentage, which is different.

http://www.thefat.net/uploads/bmi.gif
You just use that to determine your BMI. 18.5-25 is Average.

To get your Body Fat percentage you would have to see either your doctor or go to a gym.

most BF% methods aren't that accurate, but DEXA is supposed to be pretty good.

for about $20 or $30, you should be able to get a pair of Slimguide calipers and track skin fold measurements. plug the numbers into a simple polynomial equation (or look up a calculator on google) and out pops an estimate. still, don't sweat the actual number too much. if you're losing fat, the caliper measurements should be going down. it's the trend that is important.

if you really want to go low tech, there is the quick and dirty navy tape test. less accurate than calipers, but, especially if you're a dude, waist measurements will tell most of the story anyway.

 

[moose]

My point is that is it even possible to get just protein? I'm not a big weightlifter, but I've never seen a suppliment that was protein only. Can you show me an example of a product that can deliver 225g in 900 cal?

There are supplements that are somewhat close to all protein. However most people who take in large quantities of protein eat a lot of boneless skinless chicken breast. That is almost entirely protein. Depending on the exact cut and brand you can get some that have only trace amounts of fat.

 

[SticksandStones]

A 40%/40%/20% or 40/30/30 P/C/F ration at 500 calories above maintenance and you should be good on protein. At least this is what my body builder friends tell me, and judging by their bodies I'm going to guess they know what they're doing.

In other words: watch your macros.

 

[Greg Bernhardt]

I lift and run a lot and if I haven't kept up I will get severe DOMS
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delayed_onset_muscle_soreness

Nothing can really prevent it. Eat right and get enough sleep. As you condition your body the DOMS will be a thing of the past. It just happens in the beginning of training.

 

[leroyjenkens]

You want some muscle pain? Work out your calves really hard. The next week will make you wish you were born without legs.
After that you'll realize any other muscle pain you have is mild in comparison.