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    ok, some logs look really nice, what are they key sections? and some people mention someone set up a log format....... Help would be great since im starting one monday.
    Ht: 6'1"
    Wt: 200 lb.s
    BF: 20.4% (6/9/06)
    17% (8/2/06)
    Age 20


    Disclaimer: The drunk posts of "Former_Fatkid" in no way represent the opinions of sober "Former_Fatkid", or any of his associates.

    MY SUMMER OF HUGENESS BULK STACK LOG [ALMOST THE WHOLE CL STACK]
    http://controlledlabsforum.com/showthread.php?t=766

  • #2
    off topic ... but did you know in your pic thing it says KISS me im polish well that country isnt poland looks like italy to me... if its a joke i dont get it .. lol
    5'11"
    230lbs hard

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    • #3
      Here are some suggestions as far as content:


      Food -
      - What did you eat? (highly preferred, but still optional)
      - When did you eat? (preferred, but optional)
      - Caloric Intake w/ Macronutrient Breakdown (A MUST HAVE)

      Supplements -
      - What did you take? (A MUST HAVE)
      - When did you take it? (ANOTHER MUST HAVE)
      - This will be compounded on more later.

      Workout -
      - Detail your workout, or explain why you did not workout (A MUST HAVE)
      - List weights/reps (VERY highly preferred, helps track progress)
      - Difficulty of workout (highly preferred)
      - Changes in strength, endurance, mind/muscle connection (A MUST HAVE)

      Notes -
      - How do you feel about your workout?
      - How did the supplements make you feel?
      About Setup:

      Colors and pictures help people want to read your log, however they are not required. The only thing that really matters here is that you keep your log a) easy to follow, and b) consistent. Those two things will have others wanting to read your log.
      About Posting:

      Try to update your log as frequently as possible. There is nothing wrong with updating a couple times per week, but daily updates give a much more accurate portrayal of your diet, training, and supplementation. Also, feel free to put off topic stuff in your log to liven things up, but don't turn your log into a dear diary either.
      About Pictures/Bloodwork/Weigh-ins:

      Before and after pictures for a supplement log are the easiest way to track progress and not areas of weakness/improvement. Sometimes it is easier for others to see changes than it is for us to see them. A set at the beginning and end of each log is fine, you do not have to do like daily picture updates. As far as bloodwork, if you are ABLE to secure pre/post bloodwork that is also IMMENSLY beneficial and will quickly make you a preferred logger for many companies. Weighins are the devil, but if you are on a cut they give some idea of progress.
      SCT
      Back to the basics!

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      • #4
        1) Follow the initial dosing instructions and report initial impressions

        2) Tell the readers about yourself and where you are currently at in your fitness / bodybuilding journey. Tell them your training experience and anything else interesting about yourself so they can put your feedback in perspective.

        3) Sometimes progress photos are worth 1000 words... so keep that in mind.

        4) Take baseline stats / measurements on Day 1 if possible:

        Max Bench
        Max Deadlift
        Max Squat

        Bodyweight
        Neck
        Chest
        Bi
        Forearm
        Waist
        Thigh
        Calves
        5) Take stats / measurements weekly / monthly:

        Max Bench
        Max Deadlift
        Max Squat

        Bodyweight
        Neck
        Chest
        Bi
        Forearm
        Waist
        Thigh
        Calves
        6) Before after photos with a USA Today, or major newspaper that shows the headline clearly is a huge bonus

        7) Examples of some GREAT log / review formats:

        http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=614819
        http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=750415
        http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=746002
        http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=747150
        http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=774473
        http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=746891
        http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=792822
        http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=747218
        http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=746724
        http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=569045

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        • #5
          PU and stone cold you guys


          thanx for the help


          and kreuger, its a polish joke, i'm making fun of the intelligence of my people
          Ht: 6'1"
          Wt: 200 lb.s
          BF: 20.4% (6/9/06)
          17% (8/2/06)
          Age 20


          Disclaimer: The drunk posts of "Former_Fatkid" in no way represent the opinions of sober "Former_Fatkid", or any of his associates.

          MY SUMMER OF HUGENESS BULK STACK LOG [ALMOST THE WHOLE CL STACK]
          http://controlledlabsforum.com/showthread.php?t=766

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          • #6
            Im getting my black hole log ready for when the shipment arrives, but I have a quick question for those who are experienced in making logs. Can someone please explain to me how you can put the image from fitday displaying your macros into the log? I'm sure this is very simple, but this is my first log....appreciate any help.

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            • #7
              just take a screenshot ... paste it into photoshop .... chop it ... save it as a .gif ... add it as an attachment
              jdouchebag for president

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              • #8
                Originally posted by Mos Jeff
                Im getting my black hole log ready for when the shipment arrives, but I have a quick question for those who are experienced in making logs. Can someone please explain to me how you can put the image from fitday displaying your macros into the log? I'm sure this is very simple, but this is my first log....appreciate any help.
                Personally I wouldn't capture / paste the actual chart every day... I would just copy paste your macros from the bottom of the fitday screen.

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by pu12en12g
                  Personally I wouldn't capture / paste the actual chart every day... I would just copy paste your macros from the bottom of the fitday screen.

                  easy enough

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                  • #10
                    but the chart looks cooler
                    jdouchebag for president

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                    • #11
                      I am an idiot ignore this post
                      Last edited by Former_Fatkid; 07-17-2006, 04:13 PM.
                      Ht: 6'1"
                      Wt: 200 lb.s
                      BF: 20.4% (6/9/06)
                      17% (8/2/06)
                      Age 20


                      Disclaimer: The drunk posts of "Former_Fatkid" in no way represent the opinions of sober "Former_Fatkid", or any of his associates.

                      MY SUMMER OF HUGENESS BULK STACK LOG [ALMOST THE WHOLE CL STACK]
                      http://controlledlabsforum.com/showthread.php?t=766

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                      • #12
                        If you have the ability to host the jpgs yourself I think charts/graphs/etc are pretty nifty, but if you have to always add them as an attachment then I would avoid doing so.

                        SCT
                        Back to the basics!

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                        • #13
                          Originally posted by strester
                          just take a screenshot ... paste it into photoshop .... chop it ... save it as a .gif ... add it as an attachment
                          i think the easiest way is to print to file.
                          Attached Files
                          Genetics

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                          • #15
                            Originally posted by pu12en12g
                            Another awesome example... notice how it's very clear and easy to read:
                            http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=850000

                            im flattered

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