Comments for MyTrainerSays http://www.mytrainersays.com DOUG LEAVERS is a fully registered Personal Trainer & Fitness Consultant based in Vancouver, BC. Mon, 20 Dec 2010 16:32:47 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 Comment on …body in balance. by …body in balance. | MyTrainerSays | Injury Prevention http://www.mytrainersays.com/body-in-balance/comment-page-1/#comment-723 …body in balance. | MyTrainerSays | Injury Prevention Mon, 20 Dec 2010 16:32:47 +0000 http://www.mytrainersays.com/?p=214275195#comment-723 [...] link: …body in balance. | MyTrainerSays ← Injury Prevention – FLUX [...] [...] link: …body in balance. | MyTrainerSays ← Injury Prevention – FLUX [...]

]]> Comment on … Do This: Lat Pull-downs by nirav http://www.mytrainersays.com/correct-your-form-lat-pull-downs/comment-page-1/#comment-715 nirav Tue, 14 Dec 2010 17:33:56 +0000 http://mytrainer.tumblr.com/post/213466873#comment-715 respected sir, i have one question about this lat pulldown execise is when we pulldown the bar toward upper chest then slowly controlled manner realase,in this two contraction,positive when pulldown the bar and negative when we realise the bar to original position,my que is in this two motion in execise when back muscle work more in either in positive contraction or in negative(eccentric) position? pls answer me thanks from nirav parekh respected sir,
i have one question about this lat pulldown execise is when we pulldown the bar toward upper chest then slowly controlled manner realase,in this two contraction,positive when pulldown the bar and negative when we realise the bar to original position,my que is in this two motion in execise when back muscle work more in either in positive contraction or in negative(eccentric) position?
pls answer me
thanks from nirav parekh

]]> Comment on … Guys: How to address that “Skinny-Fat” feeling. by Jake http://www.mytrainersays.com/skinny-fat/comment-page-1/#comment-690 Jake Mon, 22 Nov 2010 20:45:09 +0000 http://www.mytrainersays.com/?p=214274628#comment-690 Wow, I actually had no idea that this happened, it would explain why I haven't really shown any gains over the past few months. Thanks very much for the info, going to change my routine now. Wow, I actually had no idea that this happened, it would explain why I haven’t really shown any gains over the past few months. Thanks very much for the info, going to change my routine now.

]]> Comment on … Guys: How to address that “Skinny-Fat” feeling. by Doug http://www.mytrainersays.com/skinny-fat/comment-page-1/#comment-405 Doug Fri, 27 Aug 2010 05:36:53 +0000 http://www.mytrainersays.com/?p=214274628#comment-405 Dear FESF Dude - You haven't mentioned what you are doing for your cardio regime. That's the most important part of your equation. When consuming extra calories for growth, that means any excess not required to sustain your metabolic rate (albeit, it is higher as you gain more muscle) will accumulate in ways that you have described. That's why bodybuilders have a very definite "building phase" when they are gaining muscle mass, and a very definite "cutting phase" when they are preparing for a competition. They stop lifting about a week before, then bump up their cardio and shed the fat - all very carefully timed. To gain LEAN muscle mass takes more time, since you don't want that puffy look. It means keeping your daily caloric intake just marginally above your daily metabolic needs, while factoring in calories needed for sustained muscle growth. I suggest Interval Training for your cardio component... fast-paced sprints (run like hell) paired with fast-paced walking (yes, walking). Try 30 seconds sprint /90 seconds walk to start - and progress that up to 30 /60, then 45 /45. The important part is to spike your heart rate during the sprint phase (that's why you don't sprint for long), then let it tumble during the walk phase. Benefits - 1) you won't lose muscle mass, and 2) you will shed fat. Do 20 minutes of these Intervals after most lifting sessions and you'll definitely notice a difference. Doug Dear FESF Dude – You haven’t mentioned what you are doing for your cardio regime. That’s the most important part of your equation.

When consuming extra calories for growth, that means any excess not required to sustain your metabolic rate (albeit, it is higher as you gain more muscle) will accumulate in ways that you have described. That’s why bodybuilders have a very definite “building phase” when they are gaining muscle mass, and a very definite “cutting phase” when they are preparing for a competition. They stop lifting about a week before, then bump up their cardio and shed the fat – all very carefully timed.

To gain LEAN muscle mass takes more time, since you don’t want that puffy look. It means keeping your daily caloric intake just marginally above your daily metabolic needs, while factoring in calories needed for sustained muscle growth.

I suggest Interval Training for your cardio component… fast-paced sprints (run like hell) paired with fast-paced walking (yes, walking). Try 30 seconds sprint /90 seconds walk to start – and progress that up to 30 /60, then 45 /45. The important part is to spike your heart rate during the sprint phase (that’s why you don’t sprint for long), then let it tumble during the walk phase.

Benefits – 1) you won’t lose muscle mass, and 2) you will shed fat. Do 20 minutes of these Intervals after most lifting sessions and you’ll definitely notice a difference.

Doug

]]> Comment on … Guys: How to address that “Skinny-Fat” feeling. by Javid http://www.mytrainersays.com/skinny-fat/comment-page-1/#comment-403 Javid Fri, 27 Aug 2010 02:30:59 +0000 http://www.mytrainersays.com/?p=214274628#comment-403 The problem in my case is that every time I go this route, I end up with this excessive amount of fat and although I look "puffy"( it does gives me an appearance that I'm actually big), but in reality, I'm just fatter. I have attempted to get big 4 times already in the past 3 years!!!! and I do gain a lot of strength and I do end up lifting heavier progressively, but I still have a hard time building that muscle mass look : ( What could I be doing wrong? I don't want to go on for another 3 wasted years! I'm already 30 years old too. I need help. A lot of the online workout routines/advise are very contradictory and I'm confused. I've tried 4 different online "e-books", have followed them through for at least 6 - 8 months and do not notice any major muscle gain, but I do gain a tons of pounds of fat!! : ( And I do eat very healthy. No fast food crap etc. Please help! Frustrated Ecto Skinny Fat Dude The problem in my case is that every time I go this route, I end up with this excessive amount of fat and although I look “puffy”( it does gives me an appearance that I’m actually big), but in reality, I’m just fatter. I have attempted to get big 4 times already in the past 3 years!!!! and I do gain a lot of strength and I do end up lifting heavier progressively, but I still have a hard time building that muscle mass look : ( What could I be doing wrong?
I don’t want to go on for another 3 wasted years! I’m already 30 years old too. I need help.

A lot of the online workout routines/advise are very contradictory and I’m confused. I’ve tried 4 different online “e-books”, have followed them through for at least 6 – 8 months and do not notice any major muscle gain, but I do gain a tons of pounds of fat!! : ( And I do eat very healthy. No fast food crap etc.

Please help!

Frustrated Ecto Skinny Fat Dude

]]> Comment on … beam me up, Shoulders! by My Trainer Says… » Blog Archive » … 10 ways to improve your posture. http://www.mytrainersays.com/beam-me-up-shoulders/comment-page-1/#comment-346 My Trainer Says… » Blog Archive » … 10 ways to improve your posture. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 05:52:20 +0000 http://mytrainer.tumblr.com/post/160113477#comment-346 [...] Learn exercises that train the abdominals to hold the pelvis in neutral alignment. Active core stabilization training (like stability ball roll-outs and planks) is really effective for postural correction. Remember to keep your scapulae retracted. [...] [...] Learn exercises that train the abdominals to hold the pelvis in neutral alignment. Active core stabilization training (like stability ball roll-outs and planks) is really effective for postural correction. Remember to keep your scapulae retracted. [...]

]]> Comment on …10 great Ab exercises! by Scott Trombetta http://www.mytrainersays.com/10-great-ab-exercises/comment-page-1/#comment-332 Scott Trombetta Fri, 09 Jul 2010 01:44:25 +0000 http://www.mytrainersays.com/?p=214274291#comment-332 Greetings Doug! How refreshing to read your thoughts and philosophies regarding fitness training, especially in regards to the over 50 crowd! I recently read your article in the current LOV magazine. BRAVO! Well said in getting the motivation to improve your over well being without the current mindset..oh I MUST get bigger, etc. I am turning 54 in October and I must say I am probably in the best hsape of my life. However, given my background as a ballet dancer, there is always that quest for perfection...LOL! I believe I have seen you at Denman Fitness, so next time I am there and see you, I will say hello. Cheers Scott Greetings Doug!
How refreshing to read your thoughts and philosophies regarding fitness training, especially in regards to the over 50 crowd! I recently read your article in the current LOV magazine. BRAVO! Well said in getting the motivation to improve your over well being without the current mindset..oh I MUST get bigger, etc.

I am turning 54 in October and I must say I am probably in the best hsape of my life. However, given my background as a ballet dancer, there is always that quest for perfection…LOL!

I believe I have seen you at Denman Fitness, so next time I am there and see you, I will say hello.

Cheers
Scott

]]> Comment on … beam me up, Shoulders! by … a simple stretch to reduce neck stress and help posture. – My Trainer Says... http://www.mytrainersays.com/beam-me-up-shoulders/comment-page-1/#comment-325 … a simple stretch to reduce neck stress and help posture. – My Trainer Says... Sat, 03 Jul 2010 19:59:46 +0000 http://mytrainer.tumblr.com/post/160113477#comment-325 [...] In past articles I’ve written about postural dysfunction that can be attributed to frequent use of technology and electronics – in particular the cervical spine (neck), mid-thoracic spine (middle back) and shoulders. [...] [...] In past articles I’ve written about postural dysfunction that can be attributed to frequent use of technology and electronics – in particular the cervical spine (neck), mid-thoracic spine (middle back) and shoulders. [...]

]]> Comment on …the new “iPhone Curve”! by … a simple stretch to reduce neck stress and help posture. – My Trainer Says... http://www.mytrainersays.com/the-new-iphone-curve/comment-page-1/#comment-324 … a simple stretch to reduce neck stress and help posture. – My Trainer Says... Sat, 03 Jul 2010 19:58:47 +0000 http://www.mytrainersays.com/?p=214273602#comment-324 [...] that can be attributed to frequent use of technology and electronics – in particular the cervical spine (neck), mid-thoracic spine (middle back) and [...] [...] that can be attributed to frequent use of technology and electronics – in particular the cervical spine (neck), mid-thoracic spine (middle back) and [...]

]]> Comment on …10 great Ab exercises! by Jeff ross http://www.mytrainersays.com/10-great-ab-exercises/comment-page-1/#comment-316 Jeff ross Thu, 24 Jun 2010 03:16:20 +0000 http://www.mytrainersays.com/?p=214274291#comment-316 I need my abs back...tell me more to get them back fast...thanks bud I need my abs back…tell me more to get them back fast…thanks bud

]]> Comment on … observations after a 6-week absence. by bstewart23 http://www.mytrainersays.com/observations-after-a-6-week-absence/comment-page-1/#comment-254 bstewart23 Wed, 12 May 2010 13:51:10 +0000 http://www.mytrainersays.com/?p=214274079#comment-254 Always enjoy and get great inspiration/guidance from your posts, Doug. Always enjoy and get great inspiration/guidance from your posts, Doug.

]]> Comment on … observations after a 6-week absence. by Luc Latulippe http://www.mytrainersays.com/observations-after-a-6-week-absence/comment-page-1/#comment-252 Luc Latulippe Tue, 11 May 2010 16:57:26 +0000 http://www.mytrainersays.com/?p=214274079#comment-252 I *do* indeed miss those pastries and all that cheese though! But vacations can't last forever! :) I *do* indeed miss those pastries and all that cheese though! But vacations can’t last forever! :)

]]> Comment on … get this essential equipment. by Luc Latulippe http://www.mytrainersays.com/get-this-essential-equipment/comment-page-1/#comment-94 Luc Latulippe Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:27:45 +0000 http://www.mytrainersays.com/?p=214273888#comment-94 Great advice! :) Great advice! :)

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