Archangel.'s OFFICIAL Q & A Thread

[Archangel.]

[QUOTE=UberSteroids;5344246]Why would one need more carbs for HIT?
Well, IMO more carbs is going to equal out to more energy, and I know you might be thinking, "why do I need more long-lasting energy when I'm doing short, high intensity?" My consensus on this is that more carbs will also give you the ability to channel more intensity into your HIT, therefore allowing you to push harder than if you were on a low-carb diet.

What would be considered a low carb for HIT?
This is very individual, but for many, low-carb is AROUND 150g/day and under.

How many carbs would you recommned while doing HIT?
Again, very individual, but I would recommend always taking in as many healthy carbs as possible while still seeing results (if we're talking in terms of fat loss, or minimal fat gain while attempting to put on mass)

Is carb cycling good while being on HIT?
I definitely feel one can successfully utilize carb-cycling while performing HIT.

Just don't HIT me for asking so many questions :P
I am serious.
Lol, no worries. Why don't you post up your BMR/TDEE, and we can work something out for you?

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[Archangel.]

Archangel. I just wanted to say thanks again. I have implemented changes you gave me to my abs routine and my rear traps for back day routine and have the best abs ive had in a long time now. I mean stop and stare beautiful, loving it, loving life
I'm really happy I could help! Why don't you post some pics of those rockin' abs? I'd love to check out your progress!

Oh , I have a question

Do you ever do any wierd workouts.. specifically these two

#1 Do you ever deadlift and squat on the same day?
I never do. I am one of those people that likes to train as heavy as I can most of the time, as I am just as interested in power gains as I am aesthetics, and whenever you pair these 2 on the same training day, the one you perform second is going to suffer severely.

#2 Do you ever do chest and back on the same day? I heard Arnold used to do this and he would superset a lot. Of course what works for Arnold might not work for the next guy, but at the same time hes top dog so I try to pay attention to his stuff.

I have done chest/back on the same day, but only when I am performing lower volume. For instance, if I'm doing say 9-12 intense work sets for either chest or back, the ONLY other muscle I might work after is something small like bi's, tri's, calves etc. Even then, I usually just do the chest or back. If I'm performing only 4-6 intense work sets, then I might do them together.

[The Titan99]

Here's me not really lifting, when I got my equipment, then when you advised me about diet.

[The Titan99]

Here's 6 weeks after your advice on diet and split...

[The Titan99]

Again

[The Titan99]

Tiny arms!! Need HELP!!

[The Titan99]

These last pics are from last night at the end of my deload. I will wait to see what Ron says about how to proceed next week. I think I have a pinched nerve since it came on slowly all morning, then hit hard while I was just sitting on the floor.

Do you think that the fact that I do arms on Friday night, then go have a few drinks could be why I'm lagging? I'm going o% alcohol starting Mon for my entire reload and test this theory.

[Archangel.]

These last pics are from last night at the end of my deload. I will wait to see what Ron says about how to proceed next week. I think I have a pinched nerve since it came on slowly all morning, then hit hard while I was just sitting on the floor.

Do you think that the fact that I do arms on Friday night, then go have a few drinks could be why I'm lagging? I'm going o% alcohol starting Mon for my entire reload and test this theory.

HOLY SHIT! Looking lean! Wow, good job, and I wouldn't really say you have "tiny" arms. They may look a little small for the rest of your body, but that's because you're a big dude. They're not small arms. How many work sets you doing for arms again? If it's 9 or more, try cutting that down to 6-7 intense work sets for bi's then the same for tri's. They are actually very small muscle groups. It's never a bad idea to drop the alkey though, calorie dense!

[The Titan99]

Thanks Dude!! That means a lot coming from you. I currently do 10 sets for bi's same for Tri's. 4 x Spider Curls, 3 Preacher 3 Hammers. Ron says to drop Hammers for a month because of my injury and do cablesto warm up, I don't have cables so I warmed up with BB curls during my deload and it's working really well. What do you think about BB curls for warm up, 4 x Spider, 3-4 x Preacher?

For Tri's I've been doing 10 ests as well. 4 x Skull Crushers, 3 x Seated Upright Extensions w EZ bar and 3 sets of weighted Dips. Of the three exercises I LEAST like the Upright Ext ( have a little shoulder pain). Really dig those Dips though!! It's a big ego thing since I couldn't do one when I started, and now I can get 18 with 22 lbs on a belt. Do you think it's better to have the weight in front or back or sides? Ronnie says at his age he doesn't do Skull Crushers or Dips. I'm 2 years older than him and those are my favorites. I was supposed to have a set of dumbells by now, but I'm a little short on money....

Anyway, it's hard to believe you do less sets for more size, but that's what you did for chest, isn't it?

[The Titan99]

Oh yea, I PMed you with the whole story of the last 2 months. I think I'm going to have the whole thing nailed for this next reload. I just wish this neck/back/nerve problem would stop, but I guess you can't have the luxury of injury-free training all the time. And it is a GREAT luxury....

[Bertuzzi]

Oh yea, I PMed you with the whole story of the last 2 months. I think I'm going to have the whole thing nailed for this next reload. I just wish this neck/back/nerve problem would stop, but I guess you can't have the luxury of injury-free training all the time. And it is a GREAT luxury....

The guy is banned.... I don't think he's gonna answer you... Sorry

[PistolStarta]

So Arch, If I want more peak in my biceps, How do I get banned from a forum?

[chrisx]

Anybody know why Arch has been banned?? I thought the guy gave sound advice

[marcus300]

He broke the rules,

[chrisx]

And which rule was that? Wanting to know so i dont make the same mistake like i said he seemed legit to me

[HawaiianPride.]

http://forums.steroid.com/showthread.php?t=368651

Read them and you'll know what NOT to do...

[stevey_6t9]

he was starting his own forum called archangels Q&A board, where he tried to entice other members to join in the false hope they could have his poseidon like physique one day for $99.95 per month.

[bigboomer]

he was starting his own forum called archangels Q&A board, where he tried to entice other members to join in the false hope they could have his poseidon like physique one day for $99.95 per month.

Now ill never get my money back:/

[tbody66]

Wow, sorry I just found this thread today, would have liked to have seen the results from someone lifting for six months and starting a thread to give advice to all those less experienced than himself.

[marcus300]

It was all false claims, you have missed nothing.

[chrisx]

he was starting his own forum called archangels Q&A board, where he tried to entice other members to join in the false hope they could have his poseidon like physique one day for $99.95 per month.

Ur kidding right?

[Bertuzzi]

and I thought this thread was funny when the Angel was still around.... now its even funnier!!

[Brewster]

HAAHHAHAHAA,

I got to give it to him, very creative

[Bulkn]

I didnt think he was full of shit, but he was giving too much advice for such little experience.

[stevey_6t9]

Ur kidding right?

not kidding bro, he was the self proclaimed king of flab to fab and slingshot cycling.

[HawaiianPride.]

He's the king of fuking idiots.