http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/ UK Muscle is the UK`s Fastest growing online body building Community. Your bodybuilding guide to bodybuilding, body sculpting, gaining muscle, losing fat, bodybuilding diets, bodybuilding nutrition, supplements, cardio, fat loss, weight training, bodybuilding competitions, teenage bodybuilding, womens bodybuilding, steroids and supplements. en Thu, 17 May 2012 10:40:08 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/images/styles/Aesthetica/misc/rss.jpg http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/ http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1120-lump-now-gone.html Tue, 03 Apr 2012 19:41:25 GMT OK - had a lump removed from my right forearm last week. Looked like the doc had hacked a piece the size of a chicken breast out of it, but now its healed and the stitches are out - it looks tiny (the wound, before anyone passes comment). NO training last week (other than core), but back on it... OK - had a lump removed from my right forearm last week. Looked like the doc had hacked a piece the size of a chicken breast out of it, but now its healed and the stitches are out - it looks tiny (the wound, before anyone passes comment). NO training last week (other than core), but back on it now.

The addition of AAS seems to be helping with the injuries, feeling pretty good right now, even managed a shoulder press the week before last.

All good

:rockon: ]]> DiggyV http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1120-lump-now-gone.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1109-seem-holding-together.html Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:38:46 GMT OK, I currently seem to be holding together. Yes the arm is not great, but the exercises mean I can deal with it, and get on with life and training. I think I need to get a job working for the forestry commission or similar and away from a computer - perhaps then it will bugger off. ... OK,

I currently seem to be holding together. Yes the arm is not great, but the exercises mean I can deal with it, and get on with life and training. I think I need to get a job working for the forestry commission or similar and away from a computer - perhaps then it will bugger off.

Training is OK - back smashing it on splits tomorrow.

Cheers ]]> DiggyV http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1109-seem-holding-together.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1100-arm-again-sounding-like-broken-record-now.html Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:29:02 GMT OK, well I am slowly coming to the conclusion that this RSI Tendonitis is not going to go. :censored: I seem to have good days and bad days with it, but never a day without it. I can manage the level of pain with very specific exercises, but it only eases it. I am not a fan of pain killers for... OK, well I am slowly coming to the conclusion that this RSI Tendonitis is not going to go. :censored: I seem to have good days and bad days with it, but never a day without it. I can manage the level of pain with very specific exercises, but it only eases it. I am not a fan of pain killers for this, as I want to know when it is bad, so I can stretch again!

I have learned how to train with it as well, to minimise the pain. So I reckon I just have to live with it, work around it, keep stretching and hope it doesn't get worse.

even an extended layoff didn't help really, the only thing that has made noticeable difference is changing my desk around to make my posture better...

So I will not be posting about this again unless it disappears or I discover some surgery that will cure it, its here, its looking like it will be permanent, so I just have to get on with it.

case closed. ]]> DiggyV http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1100-arm-again-sounding-like-broken-record-now.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1096-arm.html Wed, 26 Oct 2011 08:35:17 GMT OK well the arm is playing up again, coupled with the fact that my head was not where it needed to be, meant that the last two weeks were a washout. :( Anyway got back in gear yesterday, and again today, so feel like the wheels are back on the wagon again. However diet suffered again while off,... OK well the arm is playing up again, coupled with the fact that my head was not where it needed to be, meant that the last two weeks were a washout. :( Anyway got back in gear yesterday, and again today, so feel like the wheels are back on the wagon again. However diet suffered again while off, and am back to 100Kg, which is not where I wanted to be.

So re-evaluating my plan, I think my priority will be weight loss, and maintenance of current LBM. Am not going to try and add any mass at all for at least 3 months (other than bringing shoulders on a little), so will be focusing on Cardio, with heavy shoulders, and maintenance lifts for other body parts. May even split 4 days as 1 - shoulders, 2- cardio, 3- back, chest and cardio, 4 - legs, arms and cardio. But maybe only 2 compound exercises per body part and 3 sets only.

DNP, Thermo-Lipid and Eph are about to be ordered though, so I have the next 3 months of fat burners sorted out. Apprehensive about the DNP, so more research before I use that stuff. Will finish off the alpha-T2, and may well stack with Dexaprine for the final 4 weeks, before moving onto possibly the Thermo-Lipid, towards the end of November. 2 weeks of that, followed by 2 weeks of DNP should see me through to Christmas. then 2 weeks off fro teh stims, and back on Thermo-lipid for 2 weeks, and DNP for 3.

Ah well the best laid plans. Lets see if it works.

Cheers

D ]]> DiggyV http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1096-arm.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1089-not-woop.html Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:58:56 GMT OK, well last week didn't go as planed, 2 poxy sessions, and one of them was cardio only. Not what I had planned, however diet was pretty good, so no real worries. Fat still seems to be dropping with this rauwolscine, 2 weeks to go and can actually see the top 1, almost 2 lines of my abs. just about. if I squint. Something I have not seen for 15+ years! HOwever seem to have ended up with some stubborn fat deposits at the bottom of my gut and chest. Seriously considering DNP to shift it now. I ahve a 4 week break after the alpha-T2, before I hit some 1,3 DMAA, so may drop it in before this.

Am going to hit cardio again today in the form of a weighted rucksack and dog walk/chase.

Hopefully will hit the weights again tomorrow.

D ]]> DiggyV http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1089-not-woop.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1087-woop.html Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:49:10 GMT Hey, hey. I finish the week injury free! Back is all good now - was bloody worried when I did it though, and RSI Tendonitis is the best its been in about 4 months - result. Exercises really working. Have a good one guys. Cheers Diggy Hey, hey.

I finish the week injury free! Back is all good now - was bloody worried when I did it though, and RSI Tendonitis is the best its been in about 4 months - result. Exercises really working.

Have a good one guys.

Cheers

Diggy ]]> DiggyV http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1087-woop.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1085-another-injury.html Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:42:47 GMT Back today, and twinged the bugger on the last set of single arm machine plate rows. well twinged a muscle in the lower middle area (bottom of lats) however feels more like an intercostal would but further around. Not been bad all day really, just huts a little when turning to the left. Glad... Back today, and twinged the bugger on the last set of single arm machine plate rows. well twinged a muscle in the lower middle area (bottom of lats) however feels more like an intercostal would but further around.

Not been bad all day really, just huts a little when turning to the left.

Glad I have all the rear of the body exercises for the week completed now, as it will give it a rest until next week. Dont have a bath in the place down here, so cant even soak it :(

Fingers crossed, I really dont need another workout stopping injury...

Cheers

Diggy ]]> DiggyV http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1085-another-injury.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1083-update.html Tue, 04 Oct 2011 09:26:04 GMT OK, well trained shoulders today using Flinty's new routine, will be sticking to it for 4-6 weeks to see what gains I make, aslo co-incides with the new supp regime, so if it is going to happen, now will be the time.

Forearm played up today, and is aching like a motherfucker now. Will be stretching it out all day as I have to ease it ready for chest tomorrow. However may need to rethink arms this week, and mat drop in abs and core this week, and the forearm strain from training arms may be too much.

Seriously considering GH right now, pinned straight into the forearm to see if it will help, need to research a little more first, but just want this gone.

I wonder if the testosterone crash is impacting this?

Got some Tribulis free with my Alpha-T2 last week so will drop that in as well, as what harm can it do?

Cheers

Diggy ]]> DiggyV http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1083-update.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1070-update.html Tue, 20 Sep 2011 09:06:52 GMT OK, legs today, pretty good, starting to feel like I am getting back into a routine again. Some increases, happy about that. However feels like my test levels have crashed over the last 2 months or so. All the classic symptoms lethargy, loss of libido, finding it more difficult to concentrate... OK, legs today, pretty good, starting to feel like I am getting back into a routine again.

Some increases, happy about that. However feels like my test levels have crashed over the last 2 months or so. All the classic symptoms lethargy, loss of libido, finding it more difficult to concentrate for long periods of time, a general feeling of 'fcuk it'. Think I may need to go see the doc. I wonder if the insomnia is also connected to this? Everything was all good, then suddenly over about 2 weeks (just after holiday) boom! I now it could be anxiety, however don't get any of these when I am worrying about stuff, just get irritable.

Anyway, other injuries seem pretty good right now, I would say that shoulder is back 100%, as is knee. forearm continues to bug me, but got no worse ofter the back workout last week, so am feeling confident it s on the way out. Am continuing the specialised stretching exercises, and they definitely seem to be working.

Cheers

Diggy ]]> DiggyV http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1070-update.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/ineisa/1068-update-last-day-start-again-7-weeks-now.html Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:40:38 GMT Well, I am back from holiday and I manage to gain the lost weight. I lost 3kg and its all back, but I think it must be mostly liquids...and the monthly cycle if you know what I mean. We'll see how quick I loose them now. I did not go completely crazy during the holiday at all, I even think I lost some weight the first week.
I tried to update my blog from the airport with UK-MU app but the app switched off all the time so I could not.
I have started my diet again tomorrow and will do so for 2 moths now, so I think I will start a new blog and add my stats etc...
I really want to see if I loose cm on my hips, etc...
I will start my weight training again and some running, the only problem is that its getting light later and darker soon...

All in all, I think the 2 week diet was worth it cause I looked fitter in my bikini and way more trimmed. I never do diets so I guess my body was in shock. I have decided I will do this before every holiday, its worth it and 2 weeks go quick!! :-) ]]> Ineisa http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/ineisa/1068-update-last-day-start-again-7-weeks-now.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1067-status-update.html Thu, 15 Sep 2011 11:08:05 GMT OK, trained back - see the journal for details :) Right forearm was great - really better than I thought. Some slight twinges about 30 mins afterwards, but only when rotating my hand - looking at the time for example. Looks like it is definitely on the mend - so relieved, as I had heard... OK, trained back - see the journal for details :)

Right forearm was great - really better than I thought. Some slight twinges about 30 mins afterwards, but only when rotating my hand - looking at the time for example.

Looks like it is definitely on the mend - so relieved, as I had heard horror stories about the length of time to recover from RSI.

Suffering really badly with leg DOMS today - big (for me) session yesterday - was OK-ish yesterday - but today is really aching nicely. I actualy quite like DOMS - at least it means I am training the muscles correctly.

All in all pretty good right now.

Cheers

Diggy ]]> DiggyV http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1067-status-update.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1066-injury-update.html Tue, 13 Sep 2011 12:23:29 GMT As I am also running a journal, I reckon the blog will be used, for the time being to relate injury status, so I dont need to whinge in my journal. :) Currently: Left Shoulder: Almost back to 100%, should be training shoulders again - light - next week Left Knee - all good - the odd twinge,... As I am also running a journal, I reckon the blog will be used, for the time being to relate injury status, so I dont need to whinge in my journal. :)

Currently:

Left Shoulder: Almost back to 100%, should be training shoulders again - light - next week
Left Knee - all good - the odd twinge, but that's pretty normal for me
Right forearm - definite improvement with the new exercises, and change of desk position, grip back to about 60-70% I reckon.

THe forearm injury turned out to be a partial rupture, exacerbated by RSI tendonitis - longer term issue - but manageable.

All things being equal I should be able to train all sessions next week.

This week will just be Chest, Legs and abs/cardio. and some extra cardio for good measure.

Cheers

Diggy ]]> DiggyV http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/diggyv/1066-injury-update.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/ineisa/1061-3-more-days-crashing-then-holiday.html Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:55:58 GMT Ok, I am struggling. Its hard, my brain is slow, I forget half of the the things I am supposed to do, I am also grumpy, very... I need CARBBBSSSSSS... Went running this morning and I think a snail would have been quicker. I also trained last night, so sore, did chest, triceps and shoulders. I... Ok, I am struggling. Its hard, my brain is slow, I forget half of the the things I am supposed to do, I am also grumpy, very...
I need CARBBBSSSSSS...

Went running this morning and I think a snail would have been quicker. I also trained last night, so sore, did chest, triceps and shoulders. I am getting much stronger in my lifts with the benchpress program I am using. It says on the box that you will add 50 pounds to you maximum benchpress in 7 weeks, so as everything else, I am putting it to the test!

I have 3 more days to go. Then I will take a 2 week break (but I will be super healthy)and then I will do this again for 6 weeks. I was in Sweden on the weekend, and thank god Swedes love herring, I basically lived on that the whole weekend!

Tomorrow to Holland for the day, mmm, breakfast will be eggs at airport, then chicken and veg, and dinner at the airport, chicken and veg, protein shake before bed, to make sure I have 120 gr of protein.

By the way, I have lost 3 kg! :-) I am looking hot baby! ;-) ]]> Ineisa http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/ineisa/1061-3-more-days-crashing-then-holiday.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/ineisa/1059-6th-day-done.html Thu, 18 Aug 2011 20:02:48 GMT Ok, I am back from Russia and I am very impressed with myself. I have done very well even though I say so myself. Have not eaten any carbs, except a few glasses of wine which a sort of had to since I was there with customers. But for the rest, only protein, mini amount of fat and my pre weights... Ok, I am back from Russia and I am very impressed with myself. I have done very well even though I say so myself. Have not eaten any carbs, except a few glasses of wine which a sort of had to since I was there with customers. But for the rest, only protein, mini amount of fat and my pre weights workout 5 gr carbs and 25-30gr during. Cardio without any carbs. :-(

I have carried protein shakes in my bag, but the hotel had a fantastic gym 'royal wellness spa' with all the protein types you can imagine, so I had theirs after my training. Finally I found a protein that I can drink the is not ready made. I don't remember the whole name, its was something Iso... so I have to do a bit of googleing, I remember it had 0 carbs so I told them to add a banana and 250ml of skimmed milk. Jammy!

I finally went to the bathroom, thanks salmon!!!

I have done 2 times 30 min cardio, one on Wednesday, and one this morning. Its not easy without the carbs, I was not my usual self but I pushed through. Yesterday I also trained my legs hard (Russian guys at the gym where warning me about the weight I was putting on the bench ha ha - pussies), back and biceps. I am following a routine that I have on my i-phone so I can keep track of my exercises while I travel. Its called absolutebenchpress. I love the my I-phone. I track my running training, weight training, food and have my house music for my training. This was impossible 10 years ago.

Anyway, I have a lot of pain in my legs today, so I am going to bed. Cant wait to weight myself tomorrow! ]]> Ineisa http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/ineisa/1059-6th-day-done.html http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/ineisa/1058-4th-day-being-bit-naughty.html Tue, 16 Aug 2011 18:47:11 GMT Ok, 4th day on the crash diet. Its been good, doubting a bit with the choices since I was travelling all day but I managed quite well. I have problems with number 2, I guess its due to a lack of fat, so I cheated and had smoked salmon for breakfast and 2 scrambled eggs. The salmon substituted... Ok, 4th day on the crash diet. Its been good, doubting a bit with the choices since I was travelling all day but I managed quite well.

I have problems with number 2, I guess its due to a lack of fat, so I cheated and had smoked salmon for breakfast and 2 scrambled eggs. The salmon substituted my flaxseed oil or omega 3 pills that I take daily. I had that in Heathrow.

I bought myself a tunna salad in Pret for the plane, so i skipped the airline food completely. I was starving when I landed in Moscow. Tonight I had a walnut (45 cals believe it or not) with a glass of wine (mini one) and for dinner fillet beef, tuna sashimi and artichokes + asparagus and another glass of red wine (mini one). Mini is 125ml.

My stats for the day are:

Calories (kcal)	1217
Protein (g)	117.6
Carbohydrate (g)	20.3
Fat (g)	47.1

By the way, I lost 500gr from yesterday, lets see tomorrow since the scale at the hotel is diferent. So far lost: 2kg

Ciao! ]]> Ineisa http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/blogs/ineisa/1058-4th-day-being-bit-naughty.html