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Posted on 8/18/14 at 1:55 pm
Posted by USAF Hart
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Member since Jun 2011
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Posted on 8/18/14 at 1:55 pm
I want to start a lifting routine that will last 45 minutes to an hour (max). I will be running at least a mile and a half before lifting, but I will be going 5 times a week (Monday thru Friday) during my lunch break. I want to add muscle but most importantly I want to slim down and gain some muscle definition. Is there a good website/App or is someone here knowledgeable enough to build a workout routine for me?
This post was edited on 8/25/14 at 9:34 am
Posted by DirtyMikeandtheBoys
Member since May 2011
19419 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 1:56 pm to
bodybuilding.com

bodyspace app

You can create a workout from scratch or use a pre-made one, or a celebrity one. All can be published to a calender. Each day you open app and hit today track work out, and a list of lifts comes up with sets/reps and space to enter weights. As you progress it tracks weights, maxouts etc. and times your rest periods.

It is awesome.

bodybuilding.com is one of the most underrated websites/customer service companies out there.
This post was edited on 8/18/14 at 1:59 pm
Posted by Tigerfan56
Member since May 2010
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Posted on 8/18/14 at 1:58 pm to
quote:

I want to add muscle but most importantly I want to slim down and gain some muscle definition

Sounds like you need to cut out the 1.5 miles before lifting, and do some sprints or HIIT as the cardio to supplement your lifting. And whatever program you end up doing, make sure you squat, deadlift, bench every week. Stronglifts 5x5 is a good program for beginners, I believe
Posted by DirtyMikeandtheBoys
Member since May 2011
19419 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:00 pm to
True, there is no secret lift.

Olympic style lifts are still the best. You can literally shape yur body anyway you want with the standard lifts.

You HAVE TO change sets/reps and orders/intensity to shock your muscles though.

Posted by USAF Hart
My House
Member since Jun 2011
10273 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:00 pm to
quote:

Stronglifts 5x5


That's the name of the program I was doing at one point before I lost motivation I think it was the weight increase interval that had me scratching my head. I really need to focus on my 1.5 mile run for the time being because I have my military PT test coming up soon and want to make sure I can ace it. i ran it last year in 11:05, so I want to keep at that pace or improve on it. I will definitely be putting in some Sprints afterwards though.
Posted by USAF Hart
My House
Member since Jun 2011
10273 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:01 pm to
I've always heard that squats were the best total body workout because it works just about every muscle in your body. What are Olympic style lifts?
Posted by DirtyMikeandtheBoys
Member since May 2011
19419 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:01 pm to
LINK

I've been on this plan for 4 months now.

Absolutely incredible. It will take over an hour though.
Posted by Tiger Ryno
#WoF
Member since Feb 2007
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Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:02 pm to
basic 5x5 routine is your answer
Posted by tracytiger
Baton Rouge
Member since May 2009
3631 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:02 pm to
I would run after weightlifting. But, that's my opinion. I know a lot of trainers prefer cardio after weightlifting.
Posted by SabiDojo
Open to any suggestions.
Member since Nov 2010
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Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:02 pm to
Body Beast.
Posted by mouton
Savannah,Ga
Member since Aug 2006
28276 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:02 pm to
quote:

I want to slim down and gain some muscle definition.


quote:

good website/App


Myfitnesspal app. Diet is way more important for your goals than anything.
Posted by jordan21210
Member since Apr 2009
13379 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:03 pm to
quote:

I want to add muscle but most importantly I want to slim down and gain some muscle definition.


Can't really do both unless you are on steroids. But as mentioned, ditch the 1.5 miles before...that's too much if you're looking to gain.

Check out the Bulldozer 4 day split...I started it yesterday, and like it so far. It's high intensity so shouldn't be a need for much cardio in addition to it...maybe 30 minutes twice a week, if anything.
Posted by DirtyMikeandtheBoys
Member since May 2011
19419 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:04 pm to
Squats
Deadlifts
cleans
snatches
bench press

those should be the core of every work out. You add special work around those lifts.

You will burn more fat doing a leg day with squats and deadlifts than you could burn in a week running miles
Posted by Bosethus68
We Call It Dat Boot
Member since May 2011
4958 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:04 pm to
just my opinion, Walk. On a treadmill, high incline 3.0-3.5 mph. This will put you in a fat burning zone and not eat muscle gains. Also if you can walk before eating is best.
Posted by Trout Bandit
Baton Rouge, LA
Member since Dec 2012
13214 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:05 pm to
Look at Stronglifts. It's a 3 day a week program that can have you pushing pretty heavy after 3 months or you can slowly work your way up through the lifts.
Posted by lurkr
Member since Jan 2008
12365 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:05 pm to
I use JeFit app. Made my own routines.

I lift like a meathead so the professionals on this site will tell you I don't know what I'm doing.
Posted by USAF Hart
My House
Member since Jun 2011
10273 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:06 pm to
I've got the diet part down. Eating healthy has never been the issue for me as I prefer to eat healthy. Chicken/Brown Rice/Vegetables every day for lunch. I've just never had the muscle definition or muscle mass to be proud of.
Posted by SabiDojo
Open to any suggestions.
Member since Nov 2010
83927 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:07 pm to
Mouton, how do you get your fats in?
Posted by DirtyMikeandtheBoys
Member since May 2011
19419 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:08 pm to
On the subject.

On the Arnold Blueprint. A month or so back I posted how bad I wanted 315 on BP.

Well, 2 weeks ago.

<---This scrappy 180lb mofo hit my 3 plates


I felt like a could conquer anything
This post was edited on 8/18/14 at 2:10 pm
Posted by DirtyMikeandtheBoys
Member since May 2011
19419 posts
Posted on 8/18/14 at 2:09 pm to
quick question

What do you drink?

If it is anything besides

Water
Coffee
alcohol-wise - clear Rum

you are killing your ability to get cut
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