Hey Guys....new here

[derelict]

I just recently got into bodybuilding about 5 months ago. I don't have good "before" pic cause at the time I figured that I prob wouldn't stick with it anyway. I had to use one from vacation last year...lol.
Anyways, when I started out I weighed about 150lbs with some excess fat on my stomach. After 5 months, this is where I am at 170lbs. My question is why I still can't see my abs, I do crunches and leglifts 3x a week? I know you can't be accurate from a pic, but do you think this is a bodyfat issue? Also, what muscles look like they need to be concentrated on a little more? thanx

[bencozzy]

ok constructive critiscm time

upper pecs need more attention, lat width and possible thickness(can you get a back shot doing a double bicep pose??). leg pics??

as for abb thickness it could be BF% or your over training the abs. abs need worked at most twice a week with a weighted excercise during one of those days.(abs are like all other muscles recovery and progression make them grow)

but i will give you props you have a very good base and have made strides in your body. great job at sticking with it as well.

keep it up
ben

[derelict]

thanx for the cc. yeah, the upper pecs are kinda taking alittle while to respond. i am working on them though...lol. i guess i can cut back on abs and just do them cardio day and see if that helps.

[jproudj]

First off, I think we need more pics of your lady friend.

Do you deadlift/squat? Looks like you don't (no offence!) 'Total' exercises like this often help bring out your core. You don't seem to have much core muscle. But it's usually just a BF issue, if you cut down enough, you'll get abs.

[narcsarge]

Great work on your transformation! Keep it up. Abs are made in the kitchen. A clean diet is necessary to reveal your abs. Weighted work will 'build' your abs.

As for critique, concentrate on the Big 3 exercises;
Deads
Squats
Bench

These lifts will give your routine a starting point. Stick to compound exercises. Upper Chest and Lat width needs improvement. No pics of your legs so I can not judge them.
You have a great start so don't be discouraged.

[derelict]

no i dont do any squats...i prob should. i do deadlift though, i actually just started that here recently in the past month. as far as bodyfat...i've been eating as clean as possible, with no carbs after 7pm and running on my off days. i will try to get a better lat pic up in the next few days.

[jennyd]

You've made excellent improvement.
Congrats....

Now, get yo ass to the grass and start squattin.
Seriously, once you start squatting, you'll kick yourself for not starting them sooner.

[warri0r87]

Originally Posted by jproudj

First off, I think we need more pics of your lady friend.

Do you deadlift/squat? Looks like you don't (no offence!) 'Total' exercises like this often help bring out your core. You don't seem to have much core muscle. But it's usually just a BF issue, if you cut down enough, you'll get abs.

he's right on both parts..so get to do some deadlifts/squats and show us some more pics of ur lady friend...we need to gauge her progress.

[aussieace06]

yea ill 2nd the more pics on the lady friend

[derelict]

yea ill 2nd the more pics on the lady friend

i've got some better ones, but she'd prob castrate me if i posted them...lol.

[warri0r87]

Originally Posted by derelict

i've got some better ones, but she'd prob castrate me if i posted them...lol.

bah, thats only if she finds out.

besides...whats a castration between friends, its all for a good cause. think of it as taking one for the team, the only thing is u'll be the only 1 making the sacrifice .

[derelict]

bah, thats only if she finds out.

besides...whats a castration between friends, its all for a good cause. think of it as taking one for the team, the only thing is u'll be the only 1 making the sacrifice .

lol...thats funny