orchardsman

I am new to this site and a big geek in health. I am 18 years old living at home while going to a local university. I am 6 feet tall 185 pounds. I’m not a slouch, my max bench is 225 1 time, if that helps anyone out. My goal is to obtain a complete lifestyle change. I want to change from a partying and physiological depressing lifestyle to an active and healthy one. I have an athletic build and I know I can mold my body in what I want it to be, but I have done some bad things in my life for the past few years. I am now taking the initiative to put an end to the cigarette smoking and marijuana usage. I want to be happy and proud with myself. I’m looking to drop weight (aren't we all) and rebuild my body with muscle. I have a great free weight system in my basement (Iron Grip Strength) along with a treadmill. Along with a new workout plan I am aware that my calorie intake must change along with my diet and eating habits. I take N0 Explode pre-workout and Whey Protein post workout. Ideally I would like to be at 170-173 pounds within the next 2 months. Workouts, diets, and tips on being able to refute a partying lifestyle?
Thanks

Easterling

Read this: Bodybuilding.com - Alcohol's Effects On Body Fat. Can We Have It Both Ways? - David Robson

and this: Marijuana And Bodybuilding Is A Big Don't Do No Matter What

First before you can bulk, you need to get those drugs out of your system. And reshape your lungs and heart.

Do some cardio for a couple of months.

Malley

You dont have to not hit the weights at all, thats just silly. First off let me point you to the training area and do some research on putting together a training routine. I made an article in the stickies that should help alot.

Secondly I wouldnt worry about dropping weight to much, Id worry about eating good foods and getting adequate nutrition right now. Try building a base to start with. Your routine could look something like this for starters:

Day 1
Squats (Make sure you know proper form!)
Pullups
Flat Bench Press
Seated Over Head Press

Day 2
Some type of aerobic training

Day 3
Lunges
Dumbell Row
Incline Press
Side Raises

Day 4
Some type of aerobic activity

Day 5
Bulgarian squat/Split Squat
Bodyweight Rows
Pushups
Standing Over Head Press

Days 6 and 7 RELAX-or maybe a pickup game of ball somewhere

Weeks 1-3: 3 sets of 10 reps, with only 75 seconds between sets
Weeks 4-6: 3 sets of 8 reps, with only 90 seconds between sets
Weeks 7-9: 4 sets of 6 reps, with 3 minutes rest between sets
Week 10: Replan