Thanks for the reply Dave.

I actually already have some whey. Last winter I actually worked out everyday for about 1.5-2 months, but that was to lose some weight and I had picked up the whey along the ride and when I went back to school didn't have much time. I was also on a strict diet of basically plain tuna and salad with fat-free dressing. I'm going to get back into that diet, but not as strict, as now I want to gain weight.

I have tried creatine in combination with whey before and it seemed to help. I also have tried no-explode, any reviews on that? I have worked out before, but in comparison to many members here, I'm sure I'm a serious newbie.

So I have the whey and am getting my diet in order, what else do ya think would help me out? I know nothing will help unless I'm putting the work in and eating right, and that's exactly what I plan on doing. Hopefully I can get pointed in the right direction and take a trip to the store later today