Req: Help. I want to start working out

[tedistkrieg]

Im pretty skinny and want to gain some weight, but no matter how much I eat my weight stays the same. Im 6ft, 150lbs Im pretty sure weight lifting will help me with this, but I have no clue where to start.

So can someone hook it up with a link to a site that has a work out plan or something to use. Or can someone tell me a good work out schedule to gain weight. Also some tips would be helpful

[Alchemist]

To start putting on muscle first you need to figure out how many calories you are currently in-taking, then up them while working out regularly.

I hate to sound like a cliche douchebag, but to get in good shape it takes 3 things: nutrition, exercise, and rest.

Post up what a typical day in your diet looks like and what goals you have as far as your body goes and we can go from there.

[thomez]

http://stronglifts.com/stronglifts-5x5-beginner-strength-training-program/

[tedistkrieg]

To start putting on muscle first you need to figure out how many calories you are currently in-taking, then up them while working out regularly.

I hate to sound like a cliche douchebag, but to get in good shape it takes 3 things: nutrition, exercise, and rest.

Post up what a typical day in your diet looks like and what goals you have as far as your body goes and we can go from there.

I have no clue how many calories I eat daily but I'll tell you my typical diet


Breakfast -
Big bowl of rice krispies with sugar
or
4 waffles with light syrup and orange juice

Lunch - nothing, I do have a few snacks here and there like a hardboiled egg

Dinner - This varies depending on if im working or not, when Im working I normally have some type of beef and poultry, white rice, and a salad with italian dressing. When Im home, fast food 80% of the time


My main goal is to gain some weight, but it would be nice to look broly as well

[donkeykong]

You could start by eating lunch everyday. It really doesn't look like you eat a whole lot. Start eating more and working out and you will put on weight no problems. Just make sure you are consistent - with what you eat and with your exercise.

[Alchemist]

I definitely agree with Donkeykong, you need to start eating lunch regularly. Ideally you'd want to clean up your diet, but I think the first goal should be to eat 3 full meals a day, along with starting out a regular work out program.

Since you said you are trying to put on weight, your lunch doesn't have to be something super low calorie, just get something that isn't too bad for you that you enjoy eating, to try to build the habit.

[Alchemist]

As far as workouts go, how experienced are you with lifting weights?

Some complex exercises may be difficult to master and may even be dangerous without proper instruction, I hate to sound like a tool but you could really mess yourself up if you aren't careful.

Depending on how familiar you are and if you are willing to start light to master form, I think a few people on here help you find some good workouts.

[tedistkrieg]

As far as workouts go, how experienced are you with lifting weights?

Some complex exercises may be difficult to master and may even be dangerous without proper instruction, I hate to sound like a tool but you could really mess yourself up if you aren't careful.

Depending on how familiar you are and if you are willing to start light to master form, I think a few people on here help you find some good workouts.

I took weight training my sophmore year of highschool, Im in my 3rd year of college now. I totally forget all that stuff and need to start from 100% beginner

[Alchemist]

I took weight training my sophmore year of highschool, Im in my 3rd year of college now. I totally forget all that stuff and need to start from 100% beginner

If you are starting fresh, I would begin by reading these:

http://www.t-nation.com/free_online_forum/sports_body_training_performance_bodybuilding_beginner/are_you_a_beginner_ii

and the links it has inside it. if you have any questions on anything reply back here and I am sure someone will help you out.

T-nation is sort of advanced shit, so just read up and learn as much as you can, then we can discuss nutrition and finding the right program for you.

[Alchemist]

the website thomez posted, www.stronglifts.com is very good to read as well, it has great articles on healthy foods that are easy to make and taste good, along with good lifting advice as well.

[tedistkrieg]

thanks for the help, I'll read those sites

[Alchemist]

thanks for the help, I'll read those sites

no problem dude. i'm not an expert or anything but i can help you with some basics after you read up.

[Apollo]

You are not eating enough.

Eat 4 big meals a day with at least 40g of protein and supplement with a couple protein shakes.

Lift and eat immediately afterwards or drink a protein shake.

As far as lifting programs go, I would concentrate on the big three: squat, bench, and deadlift. This will naturally boost your testosterone and you will get the most bang for your buck. Stay away from running and machines. Stick to compound movements.

[thomez]

other good things.... dips, military press, barbell rows