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Overall Goal: I want to be totally shredded by April 24, 2010 and win first place in my Masters Over 50 Class. I'd like to place in the upper 3rd in my weight class.
Fit Status:
3rd Place Middleweight NPC Delaware State Championships 2009
Motivation Level: 9/10
Personal Info And Background:
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Sex:
Male
Age:
59
Location:
United States
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When I Started:
Feb, 2007
How I Started:
I was diagnosed with Osteo-Arthritis in February, 2007. Bodybuilding keeps the O-A symptoms (inflamation) in check.
Why I Love It:
I like to see results; and bodybuilding really changes my body image in a positive way.
How I Stay Motivated:
Working with a pro trainer--really keeps me on track.
BB Accomplishments:
3rd Place, Grand Masters, OCB Mid-Atlantic Classic, August 29, 2009.
5th Place, Novice, OCB Mid-Atlantic Classic, August 29, 2009.
5th Place, Open, OCB Mid-Atlantic Classic, August 29, 2009.
3rd Place,Middleweight, NPC Delaware State Open, August 1, 2009.
5th Place, Masters Over 40, NPC Delaware State Open, August 1, 2009.
1st Place, NPC PA Keystone Novice Middleweight, Emmaus, PA, June 20, 2009.
National Qualifier. See pics at: http://www.jimwilmerphotography.com/gallery/8699765_3mGsV#574949751_Q28jN
2nd Place, NPC PA Middleweight, PA State Championships, Emmaus, PA June 20, 2009. National Qualifier.
3rd Place, NPC PA Masters Over 50, State Championships, Emmaus, PA June 20, 2009.
2nd place in the Masters Over 50 Class at the Gulf Coast Championship, Cape Coral, Florida, 05-30-09. Pics are available at http://www.iajephoto.com. Click Order online. Look for the Gulf Coast Champion pics--Master's Class and Middle weight Class.
Selected "Over 40 Transformation of the Week," Bodybuilding.com, 03-13-09.
Selected "Over 40 Bodybuilder of the Week," Bodybuilding.com, 02-13-09.
Placed in the NPC Delaware State Open-2008, August 09-08. Results:http://contest.bodybuilding.com/results/6662
Placed 2nd in the OCB Mid-Atlantic Natural Classic, Masters Class over 50. August 23-08. Results: http://www.theocbwebsite.com/Results/2008/TrentonNJ/RickVoss.jpg
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"Keep the vision in front of you. Remember that if you want to become something you've never been you need to do something you've never done. Keep the Faith!" -Brandon S.
Last Updated: Aug 31, 2009 5:46pm
What 100%beef Is Up To:
Nov 29, 2009
100%beefchanged Weight from 174 lbs. to 175 lbs., a 1 lb. gain in 4 days
I want to be totally shredded by April 24, 2010 and win first place in my Masters Over 50 Class. I'd like to place in the upper 3rd in my weight class.
I think Chris' physique is probably the best on this site. I am trying my hardest to develop something close. His posing is awesome, he shows creativity and fun in his work--and seems to be dedicated at the level of 200%. The size, symmetry, balance, definition, and poise he has developed is remarkable--one of my heroes! Anyone who cuts down to 2.5% has an iron will as well as a body of steel.
Ok, I think there's a lot of confusion out there about nutrition and bodybuilding, and very little information for bodybuilders 55+. I have been using the Bodybug, (bodybug.come) which is an electronic devise I wear on my tricep that measures calories burned. I enter in calories consumed into...
I've been working with a weight-lifing trainer now for over a month--major improvements noted. He pushes me to work muscles I either never worked before, didn't know I had, or avoided--due to feeling some discomfort (I've got osteo-arthritis). Anyway, this has made a big difference--really mix...
Applied a mask and measure the contents of what was exhaled. Started with resting state, then maxed out on the treadmill, with various reaing along the way. Include bodyfat measurements, weights, etc. Pretty interesting...graphs show when I am burning carbs, versus fats, etc.
Gives me a lot of insight into where to do cardio, etc.
I went in and has some metabolic testing done to identify th eway my body burns fat and builds lean muscle. They developed a program that should allow me to gain lean muscle mass without adding body fat....they gave me a year to add about 15 pounds. So far, I have added about a pound a week, give or take. They did increase my caloric intake as well, which was great!
Thanks Man! Just trying to keep up with you! You are in fantastic shape and the only way I can look like you when I hit 59 is to catch up with you at 53!
Thanks Man! Still going strong on the cardio / legs combo. Starting wearing a 20# weighted vest at a 15% incline at 3 mph. Trying to burn em and make em bigger! You're looking good! Ross
Hey Rick,
Im gonna take a posing class over at Francos in January. My cousin Lisa will be there also. You gonna take that class? Let me know.
All the best!
Thnaks for the encouragement, I will have fun with this comp and any future ones I do. Just got to get this first one under my belt. Have a happy Thanksgiving.
God Bless
Randy
Thanks bro. Things are going well. I stepped up my weight training, while cutting back a bit on my cardio, hoping to put on more size. I'm looking at starting up a new training progam next week too. How's your training going? Any plans for the winter?
Hey Beef, good to hear from you again. Just check out your comp history--you are really the "pro" now. Lots and lots of high finishes! Taking some time off in the winter or more comps? And thanks for the pic comments Pal!
Tomorrow is my birthday everyone who want to offer me a present are welcome! I propose a service in exchange - Diet plans, workout plans, for beginners or intermediate! Feel free !
