Who goes first?
Two contenders arrive.
And join forces with the creep who's sunk to a new low. Alan's been saying fuck you to science since 2012 but now he's...2018-09-29 23:29:07 +0000 UTC
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The Insider’s Guide to Evidence Based Fitness: Part 1
Excuse the delay. Me and time, you know the story. But in a minute or two, my webmaster will post the article and you'll see that it was worth waiting for.
And when part 2s out, you'll beg for more or mercy. Probably more. Talk soon.
2018-09-27 20:20:21 +0000 UTC View PostQuestion Thread 38
New thread because the old one's too damn long. BUT FIRST...
A personal message from your's truly. I can't lie, guys. I've been procrastinating a good bit with this FAQ and could use some help. It's probably a combination of everything that's happened recently, but the...
TLM: Accuracy of Energy Equation
This is for those who have completed 4 weeks of the diet as laid out in The Leangains Method.
Compare week 2 average to week 4 average and consider expected weight loss versus actual weight loss. Example:
Week/average weight
Week 1: 100
Week 2: ...
2018-09-16 19:23:00 +0000 UTC View PostRule One: Find Your Conviction
Hey guys,
1. Just wanted to point out that the article is up. :) And that...
2. Going forward, now that the integration is tested and works well, I think it's best to keep comments, questions and everything else related to said piece, here (on Pa...
2018-09-13 16:30:06 +0000 UTC View PostVariety: Not The Spice of Life
2018-09-09, 03:10:54: Post is up!
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Good news, dear friends.
1. Wrote a long article that I think you'll like. Guess the t...
Question Thread 37
Peep the side bar and the lens. Premieres in a few hours. Just don't stay up too late now, guys. 😁
New thread because the old one's too damn long. Please read the rules below. We run a tight ship here and questions that don't adhere to these rules will be ignored. <...
2018-09-07 20:20:42 +0000 UTC View PostAlangate
If you're wondering what's been on my mind lately, read Alangate.
I don't care about the questions and comments on the main site but I'll answer your's if you have them.
Thought of saving some parts for this place,...
2018-09-04 19:27:36 +0000 UTC View PostTLM: Study Participation
In order to perfect the energy calculation and improve the The Leangains Method, I am conducting a study. Participation is voluntary but much appreciated. (1)
The study consists of a Google Form to be filled in after each respective week on the diet. So, for example, if you've jus...
2018-09-03 03:07:38 +0000 UTC View PostAlan, Slack And More
Ok, where do I start? With bullet points as I don't want this to turn into a rant. With bad news, since I want to end on a positive note.
Bad News
- Many have asked my opinion on the AA situation. It goes without saying that this has caused me stress and grief tha... 2018-08-31 20:08:13 +0000 UTC View Post
TLM Fixes
This is a list of fixes for the print edition and they'll be in the updated Kindle version as well.
I would greatly appreciate it if you guys could have a look over and see if I missed something, however small. Thanks a bunch for notifying me about them.&nbs...
2018-08-29 04:38:33 +0000 UTC View PostRule of Thumb: Meat Prep
This is a new feature I'm calling "Rule of Thumb" and its purpose should be self-evident. It's worth will range from indispensable to good-to-know. This one falls in between for most of you, I think.
It was inspired by a Patron who asked me for values pertaining to chicken in Whole Godd...
2018-08-24 20:27:06 +0000 UTC View PostQuestion Thread 36
New thread because the old one's too damn long. Please read the rules below. We run a tight ship here and questions that don't adhere to these rules will be ignored.
Rules:
1. Don't reply to my reply with another question. P...
2018-08-24 00:26:50 +0000 UTC View PostMy Reality, Now
I'm so sorry, but I will need to slow my pace down a bit. The book took so much out of me and left a husk in its wake. It didn't take long before it started again. But I’d never guess there’d be so much shit to do so quick after The Leangains Method.
I couldn’t be happier wi...
2018-08-21 23:36:50 +0000 UTC View PostWhole Goddamn Chicken (WGC)
Y’all know what time it is, WGC time. Of course! Because who among you claim to never have eyed the juicy broilers on the grill spear - or whatever the hell it's called - twisting, turning and enticing you to order?
And in your mind there’s a voice sayi...
2018-08-20 05:27:39 +0000 UTC View PostWhat's Coming and More
Bullet points because I have a tendency to rant.
- I'd like to issue a warm welcome to every new member that made it here after reading The Leangains Method: The Art of Getting Ripped. Researched, Practiced, Perfected.
- During the final phase of my writin... 2018-08-18 00:42:26 +0000 UTC View Post
Question Thread 35
New thread because the old one's too damn long. Please read the rules below. We run a tight ship here and questions that don't adhere to these rules will be ignored.
Rules:
1. Don't reply to my reply with another question....
2018-08-14 01:16:14 +0000 UTC View PostLast Book Update (I Promise)
Guess you're sick and tired of these book updates by now, huh? Well, I don't blame you. This one's to let everyone know that the formatting snafu I mentioned in my last post was fixed and the finalized file uploaded in time. You'll all be able to read the book on the 16th.
Another...
2018-08-14 00:52:37 +0000 UTC View Post96 Hours
I'd love to tell you about the intricacies of book publishing, but that will have to wait for another day. For now, just know that I will be busy as shit for the next 96 hours; on Sunday 12th, the final manuscript - AKA The Book - must be uploaded to my Amazon account in order to meet the Aug...
2018-08-08 22:48:30 +0000 UTC View PostThe Leangains Method: Print Version
For those waiting for the print copy, I will upload the file to Amazon on the 31st of August which means that it will be available on the same day or whenever Amazon wills it.
2018-08-05 12:18:48 +0000 UTC View PostThe Leangains Method - The Art of Getting Ripped. Researched, Practiced, Perfected.
As the Lens suggests, there's two as of this moment FYI, I submitted my book to pre-order a few hours ago. The fine print states that it can take up to 72 hours before the page goes live. Our resident Amazon expert claims it'll be available within 3-24 hours however, so we'll see.
Preparations
As happy I am with the book being finished, I am far from 'done' in any meaning of the word. Among the easier things I'm dealing with, I need to be available 24/7 to help out formatters and proofreaders who are tackling the manuscript.
Tackling? With hundreds of footnotes...
2018-07-26 23:44:48 +0000 UTC View PostQuestion Thread 34
- Note about the book: Posted some stuff about pre-orders in the book thread. The TLDR is that I've read the fine print and can't find any reason not to make a pre-order option available. The decision rests on the team though - I'll ask this weekend, and if it's a go, it's a ... 2018-07-21 03:57:13 +0000 UTC View Post
Book Release, New Assistant, Etc
1. As implied on the Lens I put up yesterday, the book will be ready for release on August 3rd. Since the 3rd is a Friday, I will likely wait 'till Monday, which means the book will be available on Monday, August 6th.
2. There's a new assistant in town...
How Many Steps Per Day?
This is for those who track their daily activity and those who don't.
I'm interested in knowing your average step count/day. Take last week's total / 7 if only your weekly total is visible. If last week was unusual, i.e. perhaps you hiked through the Appalachian trail or had...
2018-07-18 14:02:59 +0000 UTC View PostQuestion Thread 33
New thread because the old one's too damn long. Please read the rules below. We run a tight ship here and questions that don't adhere to these rules will be ignored.
Rules:
1. Don't reply to my reply with another question. P...
2018-07-11 01:22:30 +0000 UTC View PostQuestion Thread 32
New thread because the old one's too damn long. Please read the rules below. We run a tight ship here and questions that don't adhere to these rules will be ignored.
Rules:
1. Don't reply to my reply with another question. P...
2018-07-05 02:21:41 +0000 UTC View PostHit List and Shit List
You're voting about a new feature or two depending on how you count. Description below.
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The Hit List will feature people in the fitness industry who has made noteworthy contributions in certain areas. Example: 2018-07-01 19:02:16 +0000 UTC View Post
Rounded Upper Back Deadlifting and More
Concerned about my controversial deadlift technique, wondering why sumo sucks and how light deadlifts do more harm than good when dealing with a tweaked back? Those and other opinions I share with Rippetoe are discussed here:
Question Thread 31
New thread because the old one's too damn long. Please read the rules below. We run a tight ship here and questions that don't adhere to these rules will be ignored.
Rules:
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