The Official February 2015 Study Group Forum

Dr. Nefario · Post by **Dr. Nefario** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:16 pm

zacboro wrote:So like once you check in and find your seat are you not allowed to like sip your water?

Your proctor won't be that hard most likely. I had one who was one who wasn't. But you def can't leave the room once you check in. I generally just wait outside until they tell me I have to check in cause we're starting.

Rigo · Post by **Rigo** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:18 pm

NL2424 · Post by **NL2424** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:21 pm

Dr. Nefario · Post by **Dr. Nefario** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:25 pm

zacboro wrote:That's what I figured, I was just wondering. I hope they start fast. I found a web site that rates TC (I don't know how accurate it is or up to date) but it said mine was quiet, had big desks, and also started <1 hour of 8:30 ... If all these things hold true I'll be so happy

Lucky. My TC is a lecture hall with those tiny flip up desks. No Bueno for a guy my size I feel like a giant.

Big Red · Post by **Big Red** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:26 pm

Dirigo wrote:
Big Red wrote: How are you planning on consuming said 5-hour energy?
Is the mouth too boring?

A guy at my test center was pretty much pouring out doses into a graduated cylinder in Sept. Made me realize how poorly thought out my show up and take a test plan was

m27 · Post by **m27** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:32 pm

Eggs and oatmeal in the morning. Banana and 8oz red bull during break.
Contemplating posting my passport photo aka mugshot later

The Abyss · Post by **The Abyss** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:35 pm

peppermint wrote:Hey y'all, don't forget to pack some pain meds in case you get a headache during the exam

This is really good advice, too bad I can't pain meds. Luckily I don't get headaches often.

Smallville · Post by **Smallville** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:40 pm

m27 wrote:Eggs and oatmeal in the morning. Banana and 8oz red bull during break.
Contemplating posting my passport photo aka mugshot later

Smallville wrote:
Big Red wrote:What's everyone eating in the morn/plastic bagging tomorrow?
eggs and oatmeal for breakfast... quest peanut butter protein bar in bag

twins

zacboro wrote:That's what I figured, I was just wondering. I hope they start fast. I found a web site that rates TC (I don't know how accurate it is or up to date) but it said mine was quiet, had big desks, and also started <1 hour of 8:30 ... If all these things hold true I'll be so happy

I hear from a semi-reliable (eh maybe not reliable at all, who knows) source that my TC is pretty good

Dr. Nefario · Post by **Dr. Nefario** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:44 pm

Does anyone know of good plateau breakers? I'm always stuck roughy 280 and can't get to the 270 mark. Also anyone ever take creatine supplements? I used to in HS when I was playing football but I'm not sure if it I should while trying to lose fat.

The Abyss · Post by **The Abyss** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:49 pm

RaiderRed wrote:Does anyone know of good plateau breakers? I'm always stuck roughy 280 and can't get to the 270 mark. Also anyone ever take creatine supplements? I used to in HS when I was playing football but I'm not sure if it I should while trying to lose fat.

If you are trying to lose fat, have you considered ketosis?

Smallville · Post by **Smallville** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:50 pm

RaiderRed wrote:Does anyone know of good plateau breakers? I'm always stuck roughy 280 and can't get to the 270 mark. Also anyone ever take creatine supplements? I used to in HS when I was playing football but I'm not sure if it I should while trying to lose fat.

I dont think it would really mess with fat loss too much. I use it a bit but not all that experienced yet, only been going at it since I graduated. But as far as I know it should just help with the muscle growth (which I would think is good if you're cutting to help from losing too much muscle)

leslieknope · Post by **leslieknope** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:52 pm

Aaaaand officially done drilling for tomorrow. LR and LG went great. RC was slow but I'm attributing that to it being the last section I warmed up/the four hours of sleep.

Dr. Nefario · Post by **Dr. Nefario** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:53 pm

I used it regularly in concentrated pills in high school and noticed fat loss with pretty solid muscle gains. I was weak as a lineman so coach put me on it but you're probably right about the cutting and maintaining muscle.

What is ketosis

The Abyss · Post by **The Abyss** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:57 pm

RaiderRed wrote:I used it regularly in concentrated pills in high school and noticed fat loss with pretty solid muscle gains. I was weak as a lineman so coach put me on it but you're probably right about the cutting and maintaining muscle.

What is ketosis

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/keto.htm

gamerish · Post by **gamerish** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:58 pm

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nlee10 · Post by **nlee10** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:59 pm

Smallville wrote:
RaiderRed wrote:Does anyone know of good plateau breakers? I'm always stuck roughy 280 and can't get to the 270 mark. Also anyone ever take creatine supplements? I used to in HS when I was playing football but I'm not sure if it I should while trying to lose fat.
I dont think it would really mess with fat loss too much. I use it a bit but not all that experienced yet, only been going at it since I graduated. But as far as I know it should just help with the muscle growth (which I would think is good if you're cutting to help from losing too much muscle)

Yeah creatine is primarily used for muscle growth. You actually can gain a couple pounds of water weight if you start taking creatine regularly.

ETA: personally can't do ketosis since I need carbs to function in the gym. Working on 350-400g of carbs at the moment. But I do hear you can lose a lot of weight with it...but I'm sure you feel like shit. lol

penncon · Post by **penncon** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 1:59 pm

I cannot wait to reclaim what's left of my life after 2PM tomorrow!
*Please see my avatar

PeanutsNJam · Post by **PeanutsNJam** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 2:05 pm

I've transitioned into a mini-cut to trim the fat, and am going low-carb (I don't religious count calories, I just ball-park). Can confirm, feel like shit in and out of the gym.

Meats, veggies, fruits, and protein shakes only, with a little bit of unavoidable potato/rice while eating out.

Dr. Nefario · Post by **Dr. Nefario** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 2:06 pm

Ah yeah with my hours in the gym, ketosis sounds like it would kill me for a week at least. I may just try to push through this plateau. It's just always discouraging cause it's where I get every time and I feel like fat is burning but the scale doesn't show it. And I always discredit my strength gains as if they wouldn't contribute to me maintaining weight.

JackelJ · Post by **JackelJ** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 2:09 pm

RaiderRed wrote:Ah yeah with my hours in the gym, ketosis sounds like it would kill me for a week at least. I may just try to push through this plateau. It's just always discouraging cause it's where I get every time and I feel like fat is burning but the scale doesn't show it. And I always discredit my strength gains as if they wouldn't contribute to me maintaining weight.

Have you switched up your gym routine or tried new exercises? Your body gets very efficient at doing things after awhile so you burn less calories/fat

Smallville · Post by **Smallville** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 2:10 pm

RaiderRed wrote:Ah yeah with my hours in the gym, ketosis sounds like it would kill me for a week at least. I may just try to push through this plateau. It's just always discouraging cause it's where I get every time and I feel like fat is burning but the scale doesn't show it. And I always discredit my strength gains as if they wouldn't contribute to me maintaining weight.

I would just go with a solid 20% deficiency and down a bit serious with counting macros and that. That + some solid work in the gym (and a little HIT cardio if you want) should get ya moving I would think

gamerish · Post by **gamerish** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 2:10 pm

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Smallville · Post by **Smallville** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 2:11 pm

PeanutsNJam wrote:I've transitioned into a mini-cut to trim the fat, and am going low-carb (I don't religious count calories, I just ball-park). Can confirm, feel like shit in and out of the gym.

Meats, veggies, fruits, and protein shakes only, with a little bit of unavoidable potato/rice while eating out.

just because I past the article and laughed at the name with seeing ur post :p
http://www.muscleforlife.com/low-carb-diet/
"The Definitive Guide to Why Low-Carb Dieting Sucks"

Dr. Nefario · Post by **Dr. Nefario** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 2:16 pm

I try to weigh myself only once a week I'll cut that down and I should definitely start measuring waist/size instead of weight at this point. I'll definitely add in some more specific cardio and HIIT I just hate cardio and usually just play racquetball for it.