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Benji · 02-11-2005, 11:44 AM

hi guys!
im 16 years old weighing around 8stone and joined Livingwells gym just a week ago,
what im gettin at is im absolutley brand new to training and dont know where to start!.
i have a big tub of whey protein (rego fast build) and creatine sat in my bedroom but now a clue how to use them proplerly or get the best out of them.
my current routine is drink the protein and creatine together then get down to my local gym, first thing i do is jump on the treadmill for a warm up, then stretch, then continue to run at reasonable pace for 7KM which usualy takes about 50mins flat out. then proceed down to the weight section and i am realy skinny (more built as stamina over muscle) so i dont actualy know what im doin at this point. i just lift till i feel i had enough, bein as skinny as i am, any muscle reputitions is a good thing right?.
is this correct or am i way off the mark?
im not sure how often to take the powders either, is it once a day or 3 times? or just before i train?.
i know your the guys who can help me out.
thanks!

Killerkeane · 02-11-2005, 12:35 PM

Welcome to uk-muscle Benj
you are doing one thing right and that is taking an interest!

save me writing a load...check out the "how to grow" thread at the bottom of the main page. This will provide you with enough information to start gaining weight.
Do NOT do 50 minutes of cardio....because you are thin you need all the energy/calories you need to gain weight.
Protein powder and creatine is good, this will help you to gain weight. Take the Creatine before and after workout and a protein shake soon after workout. Because you are thin....you will need a LOT of food. eating 6 meals a day is essential and you will find it exetremely difficult to gain any weight at all without doing so.
Like i said...read the "how to grow" thread, get a grasp of what gaining weight involves and we will be happy to assist you. welcome aboard m8

Benji · 02-11-2005, 12:43 PM

thanks for the quick reply matey,
and thanks thats answered all my questions in one go!
happy to be aboard, best site ever!
thanks again.

02-11-2005, 11:44 AM	#1 (permalink)
Benji Newbie Trainer Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 4	Brand spanking new.. hi guys! im 16 years old weighing around 8stone and joined Livingwells gym just a week ago, what im gettin at is im absolutley brand new to training and dont know where to start!. i have a big tub of whey protein (rego fast build) and creatine sat in my bedroom but now a clue how to use them proplerly or get the best out of them. my current routine is drink the protein and creatine together then get down to my local gym, first thing i do is jump on the treadmill for a warm up, then stretch, then continue to run at reasonable pace for 7KM which usualy takes about 50mins flat out. then proceed down to the weight section and i am realy skinny (more built as stamina over muscle) so i dont actualy know what im doin at this point. i just lift till i feel i had enough, bein as skinny as i am, any muscle reputitions is a good thing right?. is this correct or am i way off the mark? im not sure how often to take the powders either, is it once a day or 3 times? or just before i train?. i know your the guys who can help me out. thanks!

02-11-2005, 12:35 PM	#2 (permalink)
Killerkeane The Geezer Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Somerset although im not proud lol. Posts: 2,977	Welcome to uk-muscle Benj you are doing one thing right and that is taking an interest! save me writing a load...check out the "how to grow" thread at the bottom of the main page. This will provide you with enough information to start gaining weight. Do NOT do 50 minutes of cardio....because you are thin you need all the energy/calories you need to gain weight. Protein powder and creatine is good, this will help you to gain weight. Take the Creatine before and after workout and a protein shake soon after workout. Because you are thin....you will need a LOT of food. eating 6 meals a day is essential and you will find it exetremely difficult to gain any weight at all without doing so. Like i said...read the "how to grow" thread, get a grasp of what gaining weight involves and we will be happy to assist you. welcome aboard m8 __________________ Fortes Fortuna Paratus Mens-Fortune favours the prepared mind.:amen:

02-11-2005, 12:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
Benji Newbie Trainer Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 4	thanks for the quick reply matey, and thanks thats answered all my questions in one go! happy to be aboard, best site ever! thanks again.