help a caucazoid out

[atlc138]

whats up guys.. just got a few questions so if anyone can help, i'd appreciate it..

when i was a teenager i used to lift a lot..like religiously.. but then after high school, i completely fell off.. basically just got caught up in all the post-graduation bullshit and drama, etc etc.. went up to a pack a day in cigarettes, started drinking a lot more, eating extremely unhealthy. girl drama..you know the regular bullshit.. lately i've been wanting to get back in the game but i've been gone so long, i don't even know where to begin.

i'm 6'0 235 pounds and in my early 20's.

what is a basic way to start back lifting and building up my strength and just overall being healthier..where should i begin? how should i pace myself? what are some good ways to build power? i need all the tips i can get to be honest with you. because right now i feel like a big lump of cookie dough. im not looking to lose weight, i'm looking to build more muscle.

thanks in advance.

 

[ahab]

Read the FAQ and start with the 5x5 or other routine from there.

caucazoid, thats a word you don't see here every day.

 

[Mickey's]

FAQ it up homeslice. There are programs in there which work. If you have any other questions just ask.

 

[finnegan]

Since you are more or less in the same boat I was when i started coming to this forum, I'll suggest...
Reading the FAQ. Seriously. Lots of good stuff there. Also, check out DEVILsSON, fat_wilhelm, and my training log for some ideas once you get passed the FAQ suggested 5x5/ WSFSB routines.
Good luck, man.

 

[vince89]

Stronglifts.com

 

[Klotz]

Replace all your processed foods with meat, fruit, and vegetables.