Brad’s Q & A BodyBlog

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Dear Brad,
For further studies i  have to shift to the middle east there i’ll be living in a hostel. There would not be any gym around but i’ll buy some weight there and will keep on pumping with lit weights.But the problem is, i would not get enough to eat there as they dont provide non veg food so it would be impossible for me to fulfill my protein requirements  as i wud be living away from my parents so would not b having enough money to buy those costly food supplements.
I dont want to lose my muscles, is there any way that i can maintain(if not build) my muscles mass without proper food?

Thanks
Himanshu

A:

Hi Himanshu,
 
The answer is: yes. The body can adapt to so many circumstances. I was deployed overseas with the military, so I can empathize. With that said, you will have to get a little creative. To be honest, you will not gain the type of muscle mass that is ideal to fit your goals, however, you can make some decent progress regarding your situation. 
 
Of the food you are provided, be sure to load up on meats, beans, and dairy. These will be your main sources of protein. Also, look into ordering protein supplements through the mail if possible. Most companies will ship almost anywhere in the world.
 
Most importantly, do not despair. Your trip is only temporary so take the opportunity to build discipline and a hard work ethic so when you come back to better conditions you will be already ahead of the game.
 
Good luck,
Brad

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Joe Buck Crisp

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Hi Joe,
 
I say go for it! I am also 35 and am just getting better each year. It is absolutely NEVER too late to get started. Weight training is a great journey of self-discovery and it also gives us the opportunity each and every day to push ourselves toward our potential. Eating healthy, weight training, and cardio can only benefit you. So get in that weight room and get going. You are a clean slate, so build wisely.
 
Good luck!
Brad

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Hey Brad, it’s been awhile but everything is seeming to be ok. I gained a little bit more B.B. knowledge within the last couple of months that I just want to talk about with you. I am currently starting a bulk cycle that I want to do for at least 4 months. Through this bulk I work one muscle group per day blasting it with 6 to 5 exercises within 10-6 reps. I would like to know your views on a one muscle a day program as it seems to work for me due to it’s enabling of letting me focus more on muscle parts. I just want to keep my B.F. and gain as much mass as possible before I cut for another 4 months. I have a pretty good momentum moving so I am pretty happy with my diet and training but advice is always needed, but like you said if it ain’t broke don’t fix it. I also want to know how many times I should do abs and calves during a bulk. I am taking in 3600-3200 pretty clean calories per day through 6-7 meals so I think one of the reasons I was struggling before
with getting bigger is because I wasn’t taking in enough calories. Knowing that to bulk you need an excess of calories is a big help. Thank you very much Mr. Borland and god bless you.

A:

Hi,
 
Great to hear about your progress! Yes, if one body part per day works for you then keep it going. We bodybuilders (in order to see continued progress) seldom stay on the same routine all year. So, by all means, go for it. As far as calves go - are they a weak point for you? If not, then train them like every other body part. However, if they lag, try training them twice per week for six weeks. This should provide ample stimulation.
 
Now, as far as abs go - I am usually a big proponent of frequent training. I usually train them every day except leg day (I am often whooped after a serious bout of legs).
 
Again, great job!
 
Brad <strong /> 

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