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OT workout crew- how long does it take to get back into shape?
Posted on 9/10/14 at 4:53 pm
Posted on 9/10/14 at 4:53 pm
I used to be in amazing shape. I was 5'10 185# and strong and cut. 6 pack, 1240 bench/squat/deadlift combo, 5:30 mile time. For sure best shape of my life.
That was 4 months ago, though. The last four months I've hit the gym 3-4 times a week maybe, half-assing it when I went. My diet went to shite for most of the time, lots of bad food and LOTS of alcohol. And the last month of that, I haven't worked out at all because of an injury. Now, I'm 200 pounds, little bit of a beer gut, definitely out of shape. Would guess my numbers, especially cardio, are way worse now and not even close.
I'm a very impatient person, but I'm getting back to my old good routine of workouts/dieting that got me to where I was. So I'm kind of wondering how long it is gonna take me to get back to close to where I was? 24 so I'm hoping my youth helps me make gains quickly. Any thoughts or advice would be appreciated
That was 4 months ago, though. The last four months I've hit the gym 3-4 times a week maybe, half-assing it when I went. My diet went to shite for most of the time, lots of bad food and LOTS of alcohol. And the last month of that, I haven't worked out at all because of an injury. Now, I'm 200 pounds, little bit of a beer gut, definitely out of shape. Would guess my numbers, especially cardio, are way worse now and not even close.
I'm a very impatient person, but I'm getting back to my old good routine of workouts/dieting that got me to where I was. So I'm kind of wondering how long it is gonna take me to get back to close to where I was? 24 so I'm hoping my youth helps me make gains quickly. Any thoughts or advice would be appreciated
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Posted on 9/10/14 at 4:54 pm to Tigerfan56
60-90 days
Posted on 9/10/14 at 4:54 pm to Tigerfan56
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I was 5'10 185# and strong and cut. 6 pack, 1240 bench/squat/deadlift combo, 5:30 mile time.
You are in the right place.
Posted on 9/10/14 at 4:55 pm to Tigerfan56
you can get back down to 185 in a month with the right diet. I have no clue on muscle building though.
Posted on 9/10/14 at 4:55 pm to I Love Bama
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I was 5'10 185# and strong and cut. 6 pack, 1240 bench/squat/deadlift combo, 5:30 mile time.
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You are in the right place.
Yeah, if he's in junior high.
Posted on 9/10/14 at 4:56 pm to Tigerfan56
Two fitness threads page one. We need a fitness board.
I agree with the 60-90 days
I agree with the 60-90 days
Posted on 9/10/14 at 4:57 pm to Tigerfan56
For me, when my knees rejuvenate.
Posted on 9/10/14 at 5:01 pm to I Love Bama
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5'10
6 inches too short for the OT. What's your ACT score?
Posted on 9/10/14 at 5:02 pm to Jim Rockford
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What's your ACT score?
29, not even in the 30's. I know I don't measure up to the OT, and I'm ok with that. I came here to get a feel for things from the perspective of you gods
Posted on 9/10/14 at 5:03 pm to Tigerfan56
Read all my posts, then my son, you will have the answer to life.
Posted on 9/10/14 at 5:03 pm to Tigerfan56
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29, not even in the 30's.
Jesus. Have you completed that coloring book yet?
Posted on 9/10/14 at 5:04 pm to Tigerfan56
2-3 months without half assing and you'll be back where you were prior.
Posted on 9/10/14 at 5:07 pm to Adam4848
Looks like consensus is 2-3 months. I can handle that, thanks guys 
Posted on 9/10/14 at 5:07 pm to SabiDojo
have an upvote
Posted on 9/10/14 at 5:21 pm to Tigerfan56
Honestly as far as your lifts go I would take it light for the first four weeks. Go from 60% up to 75% in five percent increments. Then after that you should do a one rep max out on the squat bench and deadlift. After that I would suggest a periodization strength training program such as 5/3/1, starting strength etc. give yourself 12 weeks.
Posted on 9/10/14 at 5:43 pm to Tigerfan56
Depends on how strict you are…you sound like you're in the same position as me…I went to brazil in June and was in pretty good shape when I left…now I quit working out and started eating shitty…I gained 10 pounds since June…but I just re-started p90x3 on Monday.
If I am super strict and only drink twice a week, I should be back to where I was in about 4 to 6 weeks. if I don't watch my diet, but workout 6 days a week then it'll take me the full 90-day program just to get back to where I was
If I am super strict and only drink twice a week, I should be back to where I was in about 4 to 6 weeks. if I don't watch my diet, but workout 6 days a week then it'll take me the full 90-day program just to get back to where I was
Posted on 9/10/14 at 5:58 pm to LSUzealot
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Depends on how strict you are
Well I used to be very discipline. Drank 3-4 times a month maybe. Ate really well (probably 3-4 cheat meals a week but I was already in great shape and worked out hard so it didn't effect me)
I plan on a basically detox 3 weeks. No alcohol, no cheat meals. 150g Complex carbs( as little sugar as possible), 200g protein- for 3 weeks straight
Posted on 9/10/14 at 6:07 pm to Tigerfan56
that sounds like a fricking horrible way to live.
Posted on 9/10/14 at 6:12 pm to LSUzealot
I have a cheat meal MAYBE once a month. Hardly ever drink anymore, maybe once every 4 months.
Posted on 9/10/14 at 6:30 pm to Tigerfan56
I used to be like you guys, as strict as one could be. Looked great, felt great... But am in the same spot.
My problem lies with being a recluse vs. having a social life and is it worth all the work to get back so little. How do you balance the social life with all this strict dieting and being a gym rat and what are you getting from being that extreme in return??
My problem lies with being a recluse vs. having a social life and is it worth all the work to get back so little. How do you balance the social life with all this strict dieting and being a gym rat and what are you getting from being that extreme in return??
This post was edited on 9/10/14 at 6:31 pm
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