I think a lot of people aren't used to strongman diets. When Alan posted a couple recipe videos people freaked out about how much meat and fat there was. But obviously you guys are no where near fat, so it can't be too much. Also tells you how much work you guys are doing all day. You two guys gotta get together and tear shit up.
Share to all your friends...lol or hoard his great info for yourself...and be the baddest man in your gym...lol... but yeah, I'm sharing this vid to facebook after I type this....
I want to know more about your sleep pattern especially after all those gruelling workouts.do you sleep deepfor short hours or you dont get deep sleep at all?please let us know.
Do you ever have sleep "catch up" days? 5 days a week I only get about 5-6 1/2 hours a night but then on the weekends I get 9-10 hours and this helps to recharge me.
I think it's not so much about getting a proper sleep than it is about getting a proper sleep for yourself. What I mean is, if he can't sleep more than 4 hours, his body is probably getting the rest it needs and it keeps him going. I know I can't operate well under 6 hours of sleep (can't operate at all under 4 hours), so maybe his body is just 'designed' to work this way...
I just came across one of your videos and I was hooked. I'll be watching them all. Very informative and I love the little bits of humor in between. Made my wife wonder what the hell I was laughing at. Anyway just wanted to say keep them coming. Thanks for the tips.
Recently found your channel through Alan Thrall and the guys over at Supertraining. Awesome content! Always very informative. You have a great philosophy on training, and really life in general. Keep killing it brother!
This was a hilarious, yet informative, video. Thank you, sir. I have been watching your newer stuff and slowly working my way back through the older videos. Great material. Keep up the good work.
Thanks Brian, I struggle getting enough protein in with "food" in a day. Just too busy as well. Going to go from 1 shake a day to 3 and see how that works out. Keep the great videos coming.
I drank a gallon of whole milk a day for 30 days. Look up GOMAD. Saw significant strength and size gains. Very fast metabolism so not really any fat retention. Awesome channel.
video is still buffering and I can already tell this shit is going to be good. Been waiting for a vid like this for a while. kep up the frequent uploads man. you're doing great.
I am similar to you. I always feel stronger and typically stay leaner when I eat high protein, high fat and low carbs. Makes me feel like I have tons of energy and I wind up slowly losing weight. That's why one of my favorite snacks (because I'm in NY) is marinated mozzarella. The cheese already has a good amount of protein and fat then the olive oil it's in adds more fat and the garlic, basil and red pepper flake give it great flavor.
Since you take about 8 to 12 scoops of protein a day, I imagine you run through tubs of it like nobody's business lol is there a certain brand you get or prefer?
Excellent advice! "weigh your toothpaste" had me laughing so hard hahahaha. Also thanks for the fat tip regarding "feeling lethargic"; funny how I would tell people that I just feel better after eating Ben & jerry's ice cream :)
Great video and great channel! I was thinking you were gonna be a low carb diet till you got to the gallon of milk a day. That should be more than enough carbs to keep you rolling in the workouts.
First video about eating that, I felt, wasn't bullshit. About as real as possible. Always hear to avoid shakes but when you work all day you dont have time to sit down and eat. Well, aside from lunch and dinner.
I think when compared to how many calories he is taking in in a given day the carbs don't offset the carb/fat ratio. I added all of it up with the milk and had him at somewhere between 5000 and 6000 calories
Tokkie v.2 lactose DOES count towards your daily carb intake, why wouldn’t it? Many novices on starting strength in particular have great success on it
I just found your vids today. Alan brought me here. Love you guys, currently building a gym at my house and you guys have given me loads of ideas so thanks for that. One thing I’m always confused on is as a power lifter/strongman how often and what kinda reps/sets do you do for workout? I’d love an answer man. Have an awesome day brother.
Glad I watched this video. Pretty similar to how I eat so I don't feel so bad now lol. Just have to up my intensity and do more variations. Btw, this guy reminds me of Chris Pratt.
I feel you on the 'if it's in my house... I eat it' problem. I like to think I'm a strong willed individual, but if it's midnight and there's a box of poptarts staring me in the face... forget about it...
Great video Brian. Nutritionally, I'm in the same boat with my constant travel. Lots of protein shakes and good fats with at least one or two solid meals per day. What changes have you made in your our diet while cutting for nationals, other than cutting out whole milk?
awsome advice avocados are amazing i eat a lot of oatmeal or rice because of price but love the approach eat for what works for you i dont count my macros just go off how i feel and adjust good video
Thoughts on putting together a “what I do on my days off” video? You typically run a M-W-F-S/S, (or whichever days) ..so what does your -using the example above- Tuesday and Thursday look like?
Did you and Stan Efferding grow up together..? Milk and meat. joke aside, I've just binge watched all your new videos. Thank you for posting good quality stuff as allways! PS: Will you do a rant at some point? I've read your written rants and they are good stuff!
Absolutely mana and thank you for the support! I have actually thought about reading some of my written ones overtop of some cool footage. Just need to find the time to put it all together!
Great video man it helped me alot. Im a strongman an about 2 weeks out from starting my prep but im a farmer an in the tractor all day right now an dont have access to a microwave so hot food is not an option. I didnt think protein shakes would be enough but im gonna give it a try. Keep up the great vidoes an take care
I would LOVE to eat like this! I eat similar foods, but in much smaller quantities, if I were to just eat as much as I wanted to feel good and enjoy it, I would be 400lbs, easily. Eating high fat and low carb in small portions is the only way I can maintain weight.
Nah man, i do casein. But I hesitate to mention the companies that i use because I would like to eventually secure some sponsorships and don't want to hurt my chances.
No worries man I totally Get it! Thank you, I Just started Training at Granite Barbell, and I'm working two jobs, so your way of eating appeals to me, Casein is pretty expensive from what I understand...I'm usually a whole food guy, but lately putting all that food down, as well as getting everything done needs to change drastically... I personally Train in the Morning, Drive to the Gym mid day, and wait tables at night
BTW! I love you emphasis on Conditioning, and I did my First bought of it today with other individuals with far more conditioned then myself...to say the least it was humbling
great vid, so you dont work well with carbs, i realize the protein is probably high for a keto diet, but is that more or less what you are aiming for or not really, just keeping carbs down? do/did you ever measure ketone levels during your cutting?
most people say HIGH PROTIEN/HIGH CARB FOR POWER/MUSCLE GROWTH, may I know your reason for HIGH PROTIEN/HIGH FAT? and what benefit does that give you better than the traditional HIGH PROTIEN/HIGH CARB?
Great Video!! What do you take for fish oil, is it a liquid or a capsule? If it's liquid do you mix it in with something (like your coffee) or take it straight?Thanks again.
I have done both, but for the most part I do the capsules for the convince. When i did the liquid i just took it straight...I'd rather just get it over with!
Brian: "I would make more food but I just don't have time" Me, the scrub: "Pfffff! Everyone says that. You a true 5%er or not bruh?" Brian:"I get up between 4 and 6:30AM" Me, the scrub: "good fuckin morning goddamnit"
Hey Brian just discovered your channel great content you put out! Quick question about the fish oil: Which brand are you using and what would you say to look out for when buying fish oil caps?
A quick Google search shows 1 gallon of milk to equal 192g of carbs. 192 = low carbs! Lol what haha Great video, would be good to see what you eat during your "normal" periods and not when you're trying to lose fat
lol so pain in the butt here again...but have you seen a sleep specialist... You would probably be even stronger if you got 8 straight hours. I went to a regular Dr. and he told me to cut caffeine at noon...it sucks, but it works for me. Apparently I process caffeine slower than most people...and can go all night if I don't cut it prior to noon...
Yea man, i see my sleep guy every 3 months and have done 2 sleep studies. I have to take sleep meds every night but have had trouble with this since I was a kid. I would love to get good sleep, but honestly never really have so don't really know what I am missing out on
While most people need 7-8 hours of sleep to function optimally there are few people who genuinely need no more than 3 or 4 hours of sleep in a 24 hour cycle, its not due to adaptation, its a genetic anomaly. And your high intensity character traits are often a common denominator among those people as well. I read an article on it few years back, cannt remember the reference though. I am not sure if genetic tests have been developed to pinpoint that particular anomaly yet . Btw a typical sleep specialist may not fully appreciate the genetic variance on variability of sleep need, and might give you all kinds of pills or cpap etc devices unnecessarily.
Hey Brian. Great video. My first post on your channel ....... or on any actually. Quick question if you don't mind me asking what is you weight and bf%. It would be good to help me relate it to my body size. thanks and keep up the great vids
Sure thing man! Thanks for posting here first! I a 6' tall 240lbs...as far as body fat, I have no idea. I haven't had it measured in probably a decade. I have a full 6 pack and veins and everything but I have no idea of what actual percentage I am, I hope that helps brother!
because I need to up the fat content in my diet. Fish oil is fat, so I use more than most people. And i like to spread out my intake of things. Just like protein. I wouldn't take 400 grams in one sitting and i don't like to do that with fish oil either
Hey Brian in my assistance overhead press day to help regular barbell overhead press, which one should have most carryover? Kneeping one arm landmine press or standing dumbell overhead press?
Probably standing because you have to stabilize it with your core. That is half of the game when moving heavy weights overhead. The landmine would be good so that you didn't use your legs at all, but in place of that i think the "Z" press has better bang for your buck
Yea man, I think everyone gets a little bit compromised during those. Definitely do what works best for you, I just know that i ave seen better results from the Z press
All those shakes reminds me of those crazy slim fast diets but I guess yours is gain fast haha! Do you add the oil and stuff to your shakes to help with satiety?
Nah man, honestly since I am so busy I don't really think of it. When you are constantly moving and focused it is easy to not think about hunger. A lot of the time, if it wasn't on a schedule, i would forget to eat.
What do you do to not get digestive issues from all the meat and milk? Gluttony never seems to help me. Willfully increasing calories always comes at a price. How do you not get sick every time someone comes at you with germ warfare? (The common cold) Are you taking any steroids?
Hey Brian what are your thoughts on veganism/more plant based diets? I'm not a vegan but I try to have a more plant based diet because I have a heart problem (bicuspid aortic valve) on recommendation of my cardiologist. I'm gaining strength and mass pretty well despite only eating meat/dairy once or twice a week, though eating lentils and nuts constantly gets boring.
I have never tried it or have ever really looked too much into it, so my opinion is very limited and I don't give advice on things i don't personally use.
i love to drink milk. whole fat of course :D but i'm not shure if i should start doing GOMAD. i've read a lot that people had problems with it. not about the drinking a gallon but they didn't feel good with that lot of milk they drunk. how do you feel with GOMAD? Can you give me advice? should i give it a try?
I would never consider what i did the GOMAD diet, i just drink a ton of milk because it is easy cheap protein and i really like milk. It works for some people and not for others just like everything else. The only advice I could give is to try it and see how it works for you. Use your body like a testing lab and keep what works and discard what doesn't
Brian Alsruhe oh. ok i just wrote GOMAD because it stands for a gallon of milk a day. i just meant drinking a lot of milk ^^ thx for your advice. you're right with it and i will try how my body react to that lot of milk. but i think i will start with half a gallon of milk on training days and maybe a quarter gallon of milk on off days. just to let my body get used to it :)
Yep, no effect at all. It's not that big of a deal. I have been dealing with it since I was a child. It's just part of what helps me get so much done in a day!
so you r border line keto guy? Do u think some of the extra protein gets used as glucose? Cool to see a different way to eat. Other than the shakes and limited f lruit
I am not sure what gets used where and I honestly don't know enough about ketosis to say if I am ever in that state or not, i just know that this is what has helped me get lean, strong and big. Many people use other ways and I often wish i could get away with eating the way they do...But I just gain body fat so i still to what has been proven to work for me!
Brian, how long have you been doing the high protein + fat diet? I've heard high fat diets can impact your organs negatively. Whats your opinion? Have you been checked by a doctor?
man, between the brain tumor and everything else, i get checked constantly. I have been doing this for probably 5-10 years now and everything seems to be ok. I would be more worried about the correlation between higher carbs and cancer/heart disease. Then again, studies are done by people who need funding and you can find whatever result you want if you are willing to pay for it. just look at bio pharma
Brian Alsruhe Thanks a lot for replying. Just for frame of reference, I'm 6'2, 210 lbs and 18 years old. How much protein should I take in if I want to build size and muscle?
There is no real cookie cutter answers to that because there are too many other variables. But the kindergarten answer is at least 1 gram per pound of LEAN BODY MASS. Not bodyweight. But lean BODY MASS.
Brian Alsruhe I see, well thanks a lot for answering. I've been watching your videos for a while now and been following your tips, I've become much better at rowing, which also resulted in a better bench press, and I just have so much more interest in going to the gym and making progress now. Thanks for doing what you do. Massive respect from Norway.
Nah, just hit refresh. Since it is all 4k video, sometime when i immediately upload it on youtube the audio is off for the first couple of views. I have no idea why...But it is on youtube's end, not mine
from what you put there its over 3500 calories i dont count macros either, i loosely count calories and keep track in my head. you said you dont count calories, when cutting do you just skip a meal? how do you know? from what you put there its over 3500 calories i dont count macros either, i loosely count calories and keep track in my head
I just eat less each meal and as long as the weight in moving in the right direction then I know I am doing the right thing. If I counted calories I would seriously become a crazy person. I OVERdo everything
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"If it's not in my diet, it's not in my house. 'Cause I'll eat it."
Talk about relatable.😂
I think most people are like that man, the struggle is real!
Same here. Caught so much heat for that growing up. Free will is a lie, at least in the middle of the night.
Same here. Caught so much heat for that growing up. Free will is a lie, at least in the middle of the night.
For real! No food discipline here. I hate when my wife decides she wants to bake. Because I know I will be eating at least half of it.
Same. If I don't buy it, I can't eat it 😂
Great video Brian. I was curious about this myself.
Part 2 should be released after Nats...(oatmeal, bagels, Ben and jerrys, etc...)
Hahaha and burritos! Don't forget about burritos my friend!
I think a lot of people aren't used to strongman diets. When Alan posted a couple recipe videos people freaked out about how much meat and fat there was. But obviously you guys are no where near fat, so it can't be too much. Also tells you how much work you guys are doing all day. You two guys gotta get together and tear shit up.
Absolutely man, i am planning on making a trip out there after I done with Nationals and Maryland's Strongest Man
Sure thing brother!
Lol Gas station burritos ... For all the ectos out there, these things are about 800-1200 cal each...
u deserve far more subscribers
Thank you so much, I wish I had more!
Share to all your friends...lol or hoard his great info for yourself...and be the baddest man in your gym...lol... but yeah, I'm sharing this vid to facebook after I type this....
Thanks for doing that brother! i really appreciate that!
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I counted macros/calories and you roughtly consume:
Protein: 321 g
Fat: 286 g
Carbs: 263 g
Energy: 4875 kcal
Thats actually poor for a strongman (they eat between 8000 and 12 000 calories a day)
Don’t really know where you got that 263g of carbs? Vegetables, protein shakes and milk are his only sources of carbs.
Eugene - Vegetables have carbs as does milk.
erekllama Thats exactly what I just said lol
321g of protein?? How big and tall are you man??
I don't know how you maintain your size and strength as a poor sleeper. Sleep is the ultimate supplement, after all.
I totally agree...I have had trouble since I was a little kid. I suppose your body can adapt to anything
I want to know more about your sleep pattern especially after all those gruelling workouts.do you sleep deepfor short hours or you dont get deep sleep at all?please let us know.
and dont the sleep meds make you feel groggy at 4am or 6am?
Do you ever have sleep "catch up" days? 5 days a week I only get about 5-6 1/2 hours a night but then on the weekends I get 9-10 hours and this helps to recharge me.
I think it's not so much about getting a proper sleep than it is about getting a proper sleep for yourself. What I mean is, if he can't sleep more than 4 hours, his body is probably getting the rest it needs and it keeps him going. I know I can't operate well under 6 hours of sleep (can't operate at all under 4 hours), so maybe his body is just 'designed' to work this way...
"everything costs something." So friggin' true.
It always does!
I just came across one of your videos and I was hooked. I'll be watching them all. Very informative and I love the little bits of humor in between. Made my wife wonder what the hell I was laughing at. Anyway just wanted to say keep them coming. Thanks for the tips.
it is always reassuring to know you are a regular guy like most of us. thank you
Hahaha VERY regular man. There is nothing special about me other than the fact that I thrive off discipline
+Brian Alsruhe AND you have a positive attitude that doesn't fucking quit. very important, that.
Thanks man!
Recently found your channel through Alan Thrall and the guys over at Supertraining. Awesome content! Always very informative. You have a great philosophy on training, and really life in general. Keep killing it brother!
That is awesome man, thank you!
Man, your channel blew my mind. One of the best out there.
That is awesome man, thank you so much for checking it out!
This was a hilarious, yet informative, video. Thank you, sir. I have been watching your newer stuff and slowly working my way back through the older videos. Great material. Keep up the good work.
Thanks Brian, I struggle getting enough protein in with "food" in a day. Just too busy as well. Going to go from 1 shake a day to 3 and see how that works out. Keep the great videos coming.
Yea man, it is definitely a struggle. Just gotta figure out what works best for you!
holy shit found this channel from Alan and its legit.. You consume a fuck load of protein btw lol
Hahahaha yea, I suppose I do!
I drank a gallon of whole milk a day for 30 days. Look up GOMAD. Saw significant strength and size gains. Very fast metabolism so not really any fat retention. Awesome channel.
old skool rules buddy!
video is still buffering and I can already tell this shit is going to be good. Been waiting for a vid like this for a while. kep up the frequent uploads man. you're doing great.
Hahaha thanks man, i'm trying!
Holy shit so much protein powder haha. Your farts must be deadly ;D
Hahaha well I'm not lactose intolerant at all so it really doesn't effect me in that way
Brian Alsruhe It's weird how I get mad farts from protein powder, but I don't if I drink plain milk. It can't be the lactose for me if I'm correct?
Depends on the quality of the protein power and how your body digests it. just like some people can handle milk but not ice cream.
Brian Alsruhe I use the bulkpowders own brand. I think it's pretty decent. Thanks for the replies, you make epic quality content :D
Thanks brother!
I am similar to you. I always feel stronger and typically stay leaner when I eat high protein, high fat and low carbs. Makes me feel like I have tons of energy and I wind up slowly losing weight. That's why one of my favorite snacks (because I'm in NY) is marinated mozzarella. The cheese already has a good amount of protein and fat then the olive oil it's in adds more fat and the garlic, basil and red pepper flake give it great flavor.
Great call man, i'll have to try that! I've never had it!
Since you take about 8 to 12 scoops of protein a day, I imagine you run through tubs of it like nobody's business lol is there a certain brand you get or prefer?
Excellent advice!
"weigh your toothpaste" had me laughing so hard hahahaha. Also thanks for the fat tip regarding "feeling lethargic"; funny how I would tell people that I just feel better after eating Ben & jerry's ice cream :)
Hahah thanks man!
I boil 24 eggs at a time. eat them as snacks and great protein...i try to not do much protein shakes
Right on man, stick with what works for you
Great video, keep'em coming. You are a real inspiration !
Great video and great channel! I was thinking you were gonna be a low carb diet till you got to the gallon of milk a day. That should be more than enough carbs to keep you rolling in the workouts.
Another awesome video, ive been working on my clean and jerk and shoulder health, its nice that im seeing gains with just some tips from your videos.
That is awesome and thank you for the feedback!
First video about eating that, I felt, wasn't bullshit. About as real as possible. Always hear to avoid shakes but when you work all day you dont have time to sit down and eat. Well, aside from lunch and dinner.
curious...if you drink a gallon of milk a day wouldn't that provide you with anywhere from 200 to 300 carbs?
yea man.
I was wondering about that. I get whole milk from Costco and it looks like one gallon has 192 grams of carbs.
I think when compared to how many calories he is taking in in a given day the carbs don't offset the carb/fat ratio. I added all of it up with the milk and had him at somewhere between 5000 and 6000 calories
sugar carbs dont count, i wish they did that would make it alot easier, and all milk has are sugar carbs
Tokkie v.2 lactose DOES count towards your daily carb intake, why wouldn’t it? Many novices on starting strength in particular have great success on it
I just found your vids today. Alan brought me here. Love you guys, currently building a gym at my house and you guys have given me loads of ideas so thanks for that. One thing I’m always confused on is as a power lifter/strongman how often and what kinda reps/sets do you do for workout? I’d love an answer man. Have an awesome day brother.
Glad I watched this video. Pretty similar to how I eat so I don't feel so bad now lol. Just have to up my intensity and do more variations. Btw, this guy reminds me of Chris Pratt.
I feel you on the 'if it's in my house... I eat it' problem. I like to think I'm a strong willed individual, but if it's midnight and there's a box of poptarts staring me in the face... forget about it...
Great Video. Great info and message.
Thanks Mark, i appreciate that!
Great video Brian. Nutritionally, I'm in the same boat with my constant travel. Lots of protein shakes and good fats with at least one or two solid meals per day. What changes have you made in your our diet while cutting for nationals, other than cutting out whole milk?
Honestly not much. Now i have cut out a meal to have less calories and have upped my fasted conditioning but neither seems to be doing the trick
awsome advice avocados are amazing i eat a lot of oatmeal or rice because of price but love the approach eat for what works for you i dont count my macros just go off how i feel and adjust good video
Epic edit
"Dead animal"😂😂
Thoughts on putting together a “what I do on my days off” video? You typically run a M-W-F-S/S, (or whichever days) ..so what does your -using the example above- Tuesday and Thursday look like?
Did you and Stan Efferding grow up together..? Milk and meat. joke aside, I've just binge watched all your new videos. Thank you for posting good quality stuff as allways! PS: Will you do a rant at some point? I've read your written rants and they are good stuff!
Absolutely mana and thank you for the support! I have actually thought about reading some of my written ones overtop of some cool footage. Just need to find the time to put it all together!
Great video man it helped me alot. Im a strongman an about 2 weeks out from starting my prep but im a farmer an in the tractor all day right now an dont have access to a microwave so hot food is not an option. I didnt think protein shakes would be enough but im gonna give it a try. Keep up the great vidoes an take care
Sure thing brother, it is rough at first, but stay mentally strong. It will be worth it come contest time
Thank you
Sue thing Boss!
His kind of strength on low carb! Wow.
One of those handheld frothers off amazon is great for mixing up coffee, coconut oil, and milk or butter.
I would LOVE to eat like this! I eat similar foods, but in much smaller quantities, if I were to just eat as much as I wanted to feel good and enjoy it, I would be 400lbs, easily. Eating high fat and low carb in small portions is the only way I can maintain weight.
Are dead animal cookies ok??? Your videos are great!! Thank you.
What Kind of Protein are you having typically? Just the Basic Whey?
Nah man, i do casein. But I hesitate to mention the companies that i use because I would like to eventually secure some sponsorships and don't want to hurt my chances.
No worries man I totally Get it! Thank you, I Just started Training at Granite Barbell, and I'm working two jobs, so your way of eating appeals to me, Casein is pretty expensive from what I understand...I'm usually a whole food guy, but lately putting all that food down, as well as getting everything done needs to change drastically...
I personally Train in the Morning, Drive to the Gym mid day, and wait tables at night
BTW! I love you emphasis on Conditioning, and I did my First bought of it today with other individuals with far more conditioned then myself...to say the least it was humbling
It always is man and i think it is great you are focusing on it. Far to many people neglect it!
Love your Videos ill be staying Tuned!
Hmmm, maybe I need to try cutting carbs and upping fats.
New subscriber, glad I found your channel.
That is great, i am very happy to have you!
You got yourself a new subscriber good sir
Thanks man, i really appreciate that!
great vid, so you dont work well with carbs, i realize the protein is probably high for a keto diet, but is that more or less what you are aiming for or not really, just keeping carbs down? do/did you ever measure ketone levels during your cutting?
most people say HIGH PROTIEN/HIGH CARB FOR POWER/MUSCLE GROWTH, may I know your reason for HIGH PROTIEN/HIGH FAT? and what benefit does that give you better than the traditional HIGH PROTIEN/HIGH CARB?
Great Video!! What do you take for fish oil, is it a liquid or a capsule? If it's liquid do you mix it in with something (like your coffee) or take it straight?Thanks again.
I have done both, but for the most part I do the capsules for the convince. When i did the liquid i just took it straight...I'd rather just get it over with!
Thanks!!!
Sure thing man!
Brian: "I would make more food but I just don't have time"
Me, the scrub: "Pfffff! Everyone says that. You a true 5%er or not bruh?"
Brian:"I get up between 4 and 6:30AM"
Me, the scrub: "good fuckin morning goddamnit"
Hahaha point taken
You’re my kind of guy
Maaan, your videos are super funny with great advices :D
Thank you so much! I appreciate that!
Hey Brian just discovered your channel great content you put out!
Quick question about the fish oil:
Which brand are you using and what would you say to look out for when buying fish oil caps?
Thanks for this! What's your definition of a cheat meal though and when do you usually take one?
3 Chipotle double meat burritos or 3 five guy's double cheeseburgers with everything. A cheat meal for me is a LOT of food!
A quick Google search shows 1 gallon of milk to equal 192g of carbs. 192 = low carbs! Lol what haha
Great video, would be good to see what you eat during your "normal" periods and not when you're trying to lose fat
lol so pain in the butt here again...but have you seen a sleep specialist... You would probably be even stronger if you got 8 straight hours. I went to a regular Dr. and he told me to cut caffeine at noon...it sucks, but it works for me. Apparently I process caffeine slower than most people...and can go all night if I don't cut it prior to noon...
Yea man, i see my sleep guy every 3 months and have done 2 sleep studies. I have to take sleep meds every night but have had trouble with this since I was a kid. I would love to get good sleep, but honestly never really have so don't really know what I am missing out on
Try melatonin. Quality sleep.
While most people need 7-8 hours of sleep to function optimally there are few people who genuinely need no more than 3 or 4 hours of sleep in a 24 hour cycle, its not due to adaptation, its a genetic anomaly. And your high intensity character traits are often a common denominator among those people as well. I read an article on it few years back, cannt remember the reference though. I am not sure if genetic tests have been developed to pinpoint that particular anomaly yet . Btw a typical sleep specialist may not fully appreciate the genetic variance on variability of sleep need, and might give you all kinds of pills or cpap etc devices unnecessarily.
Sh Pl I have a relative like this. She can get 5 hours for days in a row and feel totally fine
2 vegans disliked this video for the dead animal comment.
number 3 is here
That's ok, I have no problem with that. Everyone has their opinion. If they don't like my content or comment then that is fine.
@spiloFTW Thanks for watching anyway!
I'm vegan and don't care lol
I like that he acknowledges that theyre dead
Hey Brian. Great video. My first post on your channel ....... or on any actually. Quick question if you don't mind me asking what is you weight and bf%. It would be good to help me relate it to my body size. thanks and keep up the great vids
Sure thing man! Thanks for posting here first! I a 6' tall 240lbs...as far as body fat, I have no idea. I haven't had it measured in probably a decade. I have a full 6 pack and veins and everything but I have no idea of what actual percentage I am, I hope that helps brother!
Holy shit balls that's a lot of protein.. Allan is your protein intake similar to this per day/week or which ever?
I can't speak for Alan, but I am sure it is similar
I realized after I said it that's why your lifting those weights and I lift a lot less ha
Hahah well it definitely does help!
my god, that's a lot of protein!
Thanks for the info always so simple
Thanks man, i am glad it was helpful!
I understand the need for fish oils, but, can you explain why so many during a day? Thanks!
because I need to up the fat content in my diet. Fish oil is fat, so I use more than most people. And i like to spread out my intake of things. Just like protein. I wouldn't take 400 grams in one sitting and i don't like to do that with fish oil either
I used to struggle with insomnia also.Have you tried flux.It tints your screen an orange colour which helps you sleep
Hey Brian in my assistance overhead press day to help regular barbell overhead press, which one should have most carryover? Kneeping one arm landmine press or standing dumbell overhead press?
kneeling*
Probably standing because you have to stabilize it with your core. That is half of the game when moving heavy weights overhead. The landmine would be good so that you didn't use your legs at all, but in place of that i think the "Z" press has better bang for your buck
problem with z press i think i dont have the flexibility necessary when my legs are spread out to keep my lower back perferctly straight
Yea man, I think everyone gets a little bit compromised during those. Definitely do what works best for you, I just know that i ave seen better results from the Z press
Do you try to eat a minimum amount of veg to stay healthy?
Seems like you're limiting your carbs and upping your fat. Any idea what your macros are?
KurtMcGurt He said at the beginning of the video he doesn't count lol
Do you take a simply whey protein Mike? Or do you recommend something more hipster
All those shakes reminds me of those crazy slim fast diets but I guess yours is gain fast haha!
Do you add the oil and stuff to your shakes to help with satiety?
Nah man, honestly since I am so busy I don't really think of it. When you are constantly moving and focused it is easy to not think about hunger. A lot of the time, if it wasn't on a schedule, i would forget to eat.
What do you do to not get digestive issues from all the meat and milk? Gluttony never seems to help me. Willfully increasing calories always comes at a price.
How do you not get sick every time someone comes at you with germ warfare? (The common cold)
Are you taking any steroids?
Are you only doin Low-carb, high-fat, high-protein during dieting? Or all the time?
Hey Brian what are your thoughts on veganism/more plant based diets? I'm not a vegan but I try to have a more plant based diet because I have a heart problem (bicuspid aortic valve) on recommendation of my cardiologist. I'm gaining strength and mass pretty well despite only eating meat/dairy once or twice a week, though eating lentils and nuts constantly gets boring.
I have never tried it or have ever really looked too much into it, so my opinion is very limited and I don't give advice on things i don't personally use.
do you train and recover better with carbs or you don't have any issues thanks
dead animal :)) your videos definitely have improved
How low are the carbs is 200 to 300 carbs a day fine you think? and high carb and high fat
I ave no idea an, like I said, i don't count calories or macros.
When you say “fish oil” how much per serving? Great videos. Thanks
Not sure if you covered this, but as an athlete eating a higher protein and fat diet what do you eat for training?
I eat the same no matter what man. If my diet is on point, it doesn't seem to effect things too much
Sorry I wrote that wrong, what do you eat before you train.
Same thing man, i don't change things up.
I can't eat carbs either man. It's a blessing and a curse. But mostly a blessing because fat rich foods are tasty as FUCK!
i love to drink milk. whole fat of course :D but i'm not shure if i should start doing GOMAD. i've read a lot that people had problems with it. not about the drinking a gallon but they didn't feel good with that lot of milk they drunk.
how do you feel with GOMAD?
Can you give me advice? should i give it a try?
I would never consider what i did the GOMAD diet, i just drink a ton of milk because it is easy cheap protein and i really like milk. It works for some people and not for others just like everything else. The only advice I could give is to try it and see how it works for you. Use your body like a testing lab and keep what works and discard what doesn't
Brian Alsruhe oh. ok i just wrote GOMAD because it stands for a gallon of milk a day. i just meant drinking a lot of milk ^^
thx for your advice. you're right with it and i will try how my body react to that lot of milk. but i think i will start with half a gallon of milk on training days and maybe a quarter gallon of milk on off days. just to let my body get used to it :)
Yea man definitely ease into it!
does saturated fats from butter, milk and coconut oil interfere with the blood's lipids..
idk i just wanna know!!
It doesn't seem to effect mine at all and I get blood work done all of the time because of my brain tumor.
WIll you be okay
Right now yes. In time, we will see. It is something I have delt with for years.
Where's carb?
So do you need to be in a caloric surplus to gain strength or not?
Have you tried using an eye cover and earplugs to help you sleep? I use them and I can't remember the moment after I put them on
Yep, no effect at all. It's not that big of a deal. I have been dealing with it since I was a child. It's just part of what helps me get so much done in a day!
so you r border line keto guy? Do u think some of the extra protein gets used as glucose? Cool to see a different way to eat. Other than the shakes and limited f lruit
got cut off- I eat similar and it works for me. Too much carbs no good!
I am not sure what gets used where and I honestly don't know enough about ketosis to say if I am ever in that state or not, i just know that this is what has helped me get lean, strong and big. Many people use other ways and I often wish i could get away with eating the way they do...But I just gain body fat so i still to what has been proven to work for me!
Brian, how long have you been doing the high protein + fat diet?
I've heard high fat diets can impact your organs negatively. Whats your opinion? Have you been checked by a doctor?
man, between the brain tumor and everything else, i get checked constantly. I have been doing this for probably 5-10 years now and everything seems to be ok. I would be more worried about the correlation between higher carbs and cancer/heart disease. Then again, studies are done by people who need funding and you can find whatever result you want if you are willing to pay for it. just look at bio pharma
Thanks man, I totally forgot about the tumor. Blame my ignorance on lack of sleep haha
Hahahah no worries man!
I would need a third job just to afford the avocados.... then I would never have time to work out! Your wife is a saint...
Yea man, they are very expensive!
I'm trying to gein wheigth, I feel fool every day is this normal??
wow what a day fantastic
Thanks
I really like what you said about the low carbohydrate but adding more fat. Thanks I laugh at every video. No homo 😂
Hahah thanks man, i appreciate that!
"When I was 13, we just knew we needed to eat dead animals".... hahahaha classic... outstanding video Brian. Thanks.
Thanks so much brother!
gallon of milk supplies you with a good bit of carbs too...
Brian, you know your not sposed to swallow the tooth paste right?
You would be helpful in car flipping here in Charlotte, want to come help, haha
Hahahaha craziness over there right now brother!
You say that al your carbs come for vegetables but do you realise a gallon of whole milk is about a 175 grams of carbs?
I wish you could mentor me. you're a beast bro !
i offer online personal coaching, but that is about as close as it gets my friend! Unless you live in Maryland...
Might be the first rare dislike on your video.
Probably from the typical clean eating chicken and brocoli guy.
Hahaha yea man and it showed up quick! i am not sure what that is all about!?
probably a vegan who didn't like all the dead animal references.
Hahaha you could be onto something there
It's all good, You officially making "the big time" ; once you get some haters. Keeping the vids coming!
Hahahah there is definitely a sad truth in that!
Is it possible to consume protein to a degree where it gives diminishing returns? Like, too much protein?
Yea man absolutely. But that numberr is going to be different for everybody.
Brian Alsruhe Thanks a lot for replying. Just for frame of reference, I'm 6'2, 210 lbs and 18 years old. How much protein should I take in if I want to build size and muscle?
There is no real cookie cutter answers to that because there are too many other variables. But the kindergarten answer is at least 1 gram per pound of LEAN BODY MASS. Not bodyweight. But lean BODY MASS.
Brian Alsruhe I see, well thanks a lot for answering. I've been watching your videos for a while now and been following your tips, I've become much better at rowing, which also resulted in a better bench press, and I just have so much more interest in going to the gym and making progress now. Thanks for doing what you do. Massive respect from Norway.
That is awesome man! i really appreciate that!
High protein, high fat and low carbs works wonders for me too. Too much carbs and I get fat lol
Me too man, me too...
How much do you weigh?
I'm watching this video while I eat crisps and drink cans of beer
Is the audio off on this one?
Nah, just hit refresh. Since it is all 4k video, sometime when i immediately upload it on youtube the audio is off for the first couple of views. I have no idea why...But it is on youtube's end, not mine
Brian, what camera do you use? And what did you used to do in our former profession?
I use a Sony FDR-AX33 and Sorry man, but i don't talk about my former profession for opsec reasons
from what you put there its over 3500 calories
i dont count macros either, i loosely count calories and keep track in my head.
you said you dont count calories, when cutting do you just skip a meal? how do you know?
from what you put there its over 3500 calories
i dont count macros either, i loosely count calories and keep track in my head
I just eat less each meal and as long as the weight in moving in the right direction then I know I am doing the right thing. If I counted calories I would seriously become a crazy person. I OVERdo everything
it didn't work for me too...i became kind of anorexic.. horrible days...