Alcohol

[horsepwr]

Re: Alcohol

To answer your question concerning your buddy, and if drinking 3-4 nights a week is hurting his gains; that is a big YES. Alcohol most definitely hinders gains...in a big way. Then again, I don't think a few beers here and there is a big deal, but I know that it's like I negate a weeks worth of training in one night if I really do some heavy drinking.

When I was just getting interested in training in my late teens, I would go over to an older uncle's (by marriage) place and workout in his garage. He had a garage full of equipment, and he was a powerlifter back in his prime. He passed away several years back. He was an old timer. But he swore by Guinness. He said that was part of his daily regimen. He claimed a good stout beer would make you stronger. But anyway, to each his own. I guess what I'm trying to say is that in moderation, I don't think a few beers here and there will hurt much, if any. Now really throwing back some alcohol will set you back. Not to mention the added stress on the ole liver.

[Stout1]

Re: Alcohol

If you're drinking 3-4 nights a week regardless if you're on or off is a bad idea.

Re: Alcohol

Sounds like a terrible idea. Some can handle that lifestyle, some cannot. I am one that falls into the latter category.

What are your opinions on drinking while on cycle? My buddy drinks 3 or 4 nights a week while he is on. Is this hurting his gains? Their are no orals in his cycle!