Hey every one!
A little history… I’ve been strength training on and off since I was a teenager. I’m 30 yrs old now and about to be a 1st time father (5 months to go), it’s time to get with it. To be honest I’ve let myself go. I’ve always sought out knowledge on training. I’ve read Dan John’s, Never Let Go (that’s what introduced me to TNation), so I like to think that I know what it takes make things happen in the gym. Here we go!
Personal stats:
Height: 5’9.5"
Weight: 238.8 lbs
Body Fat: 31.3%
Shoulders: 52"
Upper Arm: 15.25" (flexed)
Chest: 43.5"
Waist: 43.5"
Hips: 45"
Thigh: 27"
Calf: 16.5"
Humiliating pic coming soon… :ol
Goals: Remember those school yard arguments about whose dad is stronger? Since I’m about to be a father that’s what I want! To be my son’s Hero. Or if I have a daughter… to strike fear in the boys that come calling! But first… I have to melt away the 10 yrs of fat I’ve accumulated from lack luster motivation.
Todays workout
AM:
PUSH WORKOUT
Clean High Pull 5x5 155lbs
Back Squat 4x10 185lbs
Bench Press 4x10 155lbs
Push Press 4x10 95lbs
PM:
5K Run 1 min slow/fast Intervals 36:17 (ok ok… slow/slower intervals)
Todays meals
Breakfast: 3 whole eggs
4 oz oven roasted turkey breast
1 oz sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 of an avocado
Post Workout Drink: 1 cup 1% milk
1 medium banana
2 tbsp natural peanut butter
1 1/2 scoops whey protein isolate
5 g creatine monohydrate
Lunch: 8 oz lean top sirloin beef
1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
1 oz sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup raw almonds
Dinner: 2 cups baby lettuce mix
1 cup baby spinach
1 oz sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup raw sliced almonds
2 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette
6 oz chicken breast
There it is day one… Any advice on training or meals would be sweet!