So I finally started lifting, I'll post all of my questions here.

You probably did too much weight. How much did you squat?

 

Funny that it would take getting to the 3rd page of this thread before anyone would mention the word protein.

You can work out all you want and it doesn't matter what your routine is because if you're not eating enough protein you won't add any muscle.

 

he has made many a thread before where its been pretty thoroughly discussed

 

listen to pain, particularly joint related pain. I don't know how having knocked knees would impact it, but squats, particularly when you get to heavy weights can make even the smallest of imbalances surface. Perhaps better to do isolation type exercises like hamstring curls, leg extensions, but dont take my word for it, if you're really concerned read up, consult a physio about it

 

gotcha

 

Y'all are just overwhelming him with information he can't process correctly because he's a beginner, in every sense of the word.

Don't listen to anyone here, until you know if it's a structural problem or just bad posture. Go see a physical therapist or MD. Preferably both, the more opinions the better.

 

for all the help you're getting from these guys i really hope you're gonna post before and after pics

 

Actually, I would get more enjoyment if the OP quit his lifting routine after a month.

 

Balls deep for two hours a day -- you must be in great shape, but do you ever find yourself bottoming out?

 

Edit...iOS7 picture upload fail.

 

I would keep the leg isolation exercises to a minimum. If you really can't do squats (which i still disagree with) then it's still beneficial to do lunges, step ups and goblet squats. Go light for few weeks and focus on form/technique.

Also, looks like you were over emphasizing you curl workouts. I'd focus on back exercises and work a set or curls in at the end since you are beginning.

Like others have mentioned, I'd also recommend splitting up your workouts rather than doing 3 full body workouts a week. Resting muscle groups between workouts is important

 

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015AQL1Q/

I use this one. It used to be 59.99 for the 5 lb unflavored. Whey prices are cyclical based on the commodity prices. Prices are much higher than from August, but not as high as they were in the summer around June and July.

 

It wasn't too much weight, it was poor technique. And I don't expect a complete beginner to be able to master the proper technique to do stuff like squats and deadlifts so I'd advise against him trying it right now. You need a trainer or very good observation to not hurt yourself doing these exercises.

 

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take this pre-workout

 

whey gold standard is a good and pretty inexpensive protein...you can get 5 lb jugs for a little over $50. Extreme chocolate is all I've tried and it's pretty good. It has a pretty solid track record as far as brands go.

I always liked isopure zero carb but it's a bit more pricey and vanilla isn't for everyone's taste.