Day 1: The Seattle Experiment
I am going to follow the principles outlined in the Colorado Experiment for the next 30 days and see where it gets me. Tim Ferriss, wrote about how he Gained 34lbs of Muscle in 4 Weeks using this training protocol, along with a very strict diet.
I am not expecting any “get huge quick” outcomes; but I will admit that curiosity is getting the best of me with this one.
I did my first workout yesterday using this new protocol. It was really tough. I actually felt a little nauseous after the workout from the intensity. This hardly ever happens to me during workouts and I view it as a positive sign 
I’ll do my first weigh-in tomorrow morning, and take some measurements this weekend along with some photos. Ideally, I would be doing all these things on day 1, but heck, I am not trying to publish a scientific paper! If the gains are real, I will know.
Hey, do some research on “HIT,” “High Intensity Training,” “Mike Mentzer,” “Heavy Duty” and “Arthur Jones.” The routines are based on “HIT.” Basically, it’s “intense, but brief and infrequent,” with “infrequent” meaning no more than once or twice per week for each muscle group. Good luck, all.
John
June 14, 2007 at 8:05 am
Great! Looking forward to comparing notes.
My Day 1 is today and it took a long time figuring out my diet plan and choosing the right exercises. I have gone for:
Machine pull-over, Yates bent row, benchpress, close grip supinated pulldowns, weighted dips, leg press, leg extension.
Curious to know yours.
PS. What’s the software you use to keep track of your bodyfat?
Jens
May 14, 2007 at 8:16 pm
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May 14, 2007 at 4:10 am
Hey Jens, I will be writing more details about my exercises soon. I just finished my fourth workout using this protocol and it went REALLY well. I am actually amazing with how much my strength is increasing….given that my workouts are relatively short (40 minutes total….due to the 3 minute break betweeen each exercise) and infrequent (every four days)
ravisraman
May 14, 2007 at 4:08 am
I would also love to see a break-down of your exercises and what you eat. I’m a fishitarian and need all the inspiration I can get.
The blog post on Ferriss’ blog isn’t very detailed.
Good luck!
Jens
May 14, 2007 at 1:25 am
I’ve read Tim’s article and looking forward to your results with the program. If possible, please keep us updated on the foods you eat during the program, the calorie intake as well. (I’m vegan as well) and the type of exercises you are doing.
His plan seemed to be fairly high in saturated fat from the dairy, eggs and meat. I’m surprised his cholesterol dropped that low.
Good luck!
KJ
May 5, 2007 at 4:01 pm