omariqy Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Thanks. I never have a big breakfast and go to the gym at lunch usually so I need something in between and probably a mid afternoon snack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Posted March 12, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted March 12, 2014 Thoughts on protein bars? Anyone have any recommendations? There was a study done by a magazine a good few years back (Cant remember the name of it unfortunately). They went into great detail in a large experiment and found the best protein bar was actually a Snickers. They are fine as long as you treat them for what they are, but they should not be used as a meal replacement if you are serious about your diet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArteSuave Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 I don't know what they've based that study on Nigel. According to Snickers website each 52g bar has 27g of sugar and only 5g of protein which makes it about as nutritionally useful as licking clean a display shelf in Greggs. Meal replacement is a misnomer for nutritional supplements, they are to supplement your meal intake so you hit your macros if you aren't able to do that with real food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 (edited) I don't really get the protein bar thing. Sure, they taste relatively nice but they're most often full of crap. I got a selection box of protein bars free from Myprotein around Christmas time and looking at the macros, they were mainly carbs (and sugar at that). There's no doubting the convenience but is it much more convenient than a small, pre-prepared whole food meal out of some tupperware? As my mid-morning snack, I had some chicken thighs with advocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber and peppers. Took me about 25 minutes to prepare and about 3 to eat! Loads more nutrients in that than a mass produced protein bar! Edited March 12, 2014 by JB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrenm Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 All the protein bars I've seen are about 30g protein 15g carbs and little sugar which is about perfect I believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omariqy Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 I don't really get the protein bar thing. Sure, they taste relatively nice but they're most often full of crap. I got a selection box of protein bars free from Myprotein around Christmas time and looking at the macros, they were mainly carbs (and sugar at that). There's no doubting the convenience but is it much more convenient than a small, pre-prepared whole food meal out of some tupperware? As my mid-morning snack, I had some chicken thighs with advocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber and peppers. Took me about 25 minutes to prepare and about 3 to eat! Loads more nutrients in that than a mass produced protein bar! I would like to get into that position eventually but right now I just dont have the time or inclination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meath_Villan Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 (edited) Form is way out on the bench today and I just can't seem to fix it ....walking away from it while I can I guess First deadlift since the back took it handy 90kg felt grand could have done my max I'd say 115 but that can keep Edited March 14, 2014 by Meath_Villan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Posted March 15, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted March 15, 2014 I don't know what they've based that study on Nigel. According to Snickers website each 52g bar has 27g of sugar and only 5g of protein which makes it about as nutritionally useful as licking clean a display shelf in Greggs. Meal replacement is a misnomer for nutritional supplements, they are to supplement your meal intake so you hit your macros if you aren't able to do that with real food. I think what the study found was the misinformation on the labels of most of the 'protein' bars. This was around 10 years ago, but a quick google search points that could still be the case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meath_Villan Posted March 20, 2014 Share Posted March 20, 2014 Was stuck on 50 for ages on the bench now stuck in 60 ......aaggghhhhbh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArteSuave Posted March 20, 2014 Share Posted March 20, 2014 Was stuck on 50 for ages on the bench now stuck in 60 ......aaggghhhhbh Last time I got stuck on bench I ordered some 0.5kg plates and made the increments smaller. That worked for another 12.5kg or so and I've just taken delivery of some 0.25kg plates to try and overcome my latest plateau. I'm pretty sure the clips I use weigh more than 0.125kg so I don't know what my next move will be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Posted March 20, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted March 20, 2014 Was stuck on 50 for ages on the bench now stuck in 60 ......aaggghhhhbh Try concentrating on your breathing more, real deep intake as you lower it, then explode. Also try planting your feet firmly on the floor and giving yourself a solid 4 point contact. Try for 1, no more. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArteSuave Posted March 20, 2014 Share Posted March 20, 2014 I thought the general consensus was to use the Valsalva manoeuvre rather than inhaling for near max effort lifts? Like powerlifters do? Also I've found that constantly trying to improve my technique is more effective than waiting for plateaus, although that does mean that when you hit one you don't have anywhere to go. To add to Nigel's planted feet; squeeze the bar, push your shoulder blades together (or show your tits off) and keep your wrists straight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dom_Wren Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 One of the senior football players squatting, what 475lbs. He goes parallel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted March 31, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted March 31, 2014 How heavy are those plates if that's 475lbs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meath_Villan Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 What's that 30st ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dom_Wren Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 45lbs for the 8 bigger ones. 35lbs for the 2 smaller ones and the bar is 45lbs. Nearly 34 stone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted March 31, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted March 31, 2014 Ah, it only looked like there were 4 big plates (2 either side). That's why I was confused. Big lift anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omariqy Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Did deadlifts for the first time since I threw my lower back out. Struggled and a bit sore but feel good. I still don't think my technique is all that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meath_Villan Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 now I know its nothing much but did my first ever chin up today ...got all three of them up there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omariqy Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Anyone have a good website re nutrition and getting some good meal plans. It's the missing piece in the puzzle for me and I need to get more disciplined. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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