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Muta · 10-08-2015, 11:57 AM

I work out 4-5 times a week, focusing on two muscle groups per workout. Usually try to do 20-30 mins of cardio to start (should be 40 to really scorch fat, or atleast HIIT type cardio at the current time), then 8-10 exercises total (usually around 3-4 sets at 8-12 reps per set, depending on the exercise).

I take a protein shake immediately after getting changed and leaving the gym (I bring it with me so I don't forget to have it). I also find that a pre-workout energy booster generally does help me too. Obviously it's not necessary, but why not.. it was a gift. Still deciding if supplements are necessary - they are expensive to keep up with.

I try to eat regular healthy meals, and only eat until I'm not hungry (not until I'm completely full) and it seems to be working well. That whole six meals a day thing is too tough for me to follow. I also make sure that, no matter what, I take 4000 iu's of Vitamin D, a fish oil pill and a multi-vitamin in the morning.

I'm in pretty good shape... I think the formula is to just be consistently active (make sure you're increasing weights / intensity / changing exercises regularly in order to avoid plateauing), avoid crap foods (avoid carbonated drinks like the plague), get proper sleep and you'll be fine. It's a lifestyle, and as long as you're generally doing it right, you'll see results.

10-08-2015, 11:57 AM	#370
Muta Franchise Player Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Auckland, NZ Exp:	I work out 4-5 times a week, focusing on two muscle groups per workout. Usually try to do 20-30 mins of cardio to start (should be 40 to really scorch fat, or atleast HIIT type cardio at the current time), then 8-10 exercises total (usually around 3-4 sets at 8-12 reps per set, depending on the exercise). I take a protein shake immediately after getting changed and leaving the gym (I bring it with me so I don't forget to have it). I also find that a pre-workout energy booster generally does help me too. Obviously it's not necessary, but why not.. it was a gift. Still deciding if supplements are necessary - they are expensive to keep up with. I try to eat regular healthy meals, and only eat until I'm not hungry (not until I'm completely full) and it seems to be working well. That whole six meals a day thing is too tough for me to follow. I also make sure that, no matter what, I take 4000 iu's of Vitamin D, a fish oil pill and a multi-vitamin in the morning. I'm in pretty good shape... I think the formula is to just be consistently active (make sure you're increasing weights / intensity / changing exercises regularly in order to avoid plateauing), avoid crap foods (avoid carbonated drinks like the plague), get proper sleep and you'll be fine. It's a lifestyle, and as long as you're generally doing it right, you'll see results.