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After losing about 50 pounds, I decided I needed to add weights into my program so I would have a nicer shape when I was through!
Why I Love It:
I love working out and bodybuilding! When I weighed 256 pounds, I dreaded working out. Now, I view working out as a form of empowerment. I love jogging past people driving to fast food restaurants! I KNOW I'm doing a great thing for my body!
How I Stay Motivated:
I stay motivated by pulling out my before pictures! I like to keep them handy to remember I NEVER want to go back to that.
BB Accomplishments:
Obviously, my major accomplishment has been losing more than 100 pounds.
Forum Signature:
If I can do it, anyone can!
Click here to see my visit to the Today Show! http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/25708021/
Last Updated: Aug 5, 2008 7:15pm
Progress Pictures
Aug 15, 1998
Aug 1, 2008
This is me at my heaviest weight of 256 pounds. YIKES!!!
I needed a picture for M & F Magazine, so I got a friend to snap this at work!
What tips would you give to others to help them stay motivated over the long-term?
At some point, you need to stop seeking motivation and just learn that this is a way of life.
- Updated Jun 29, 2008 9:17pm
What supplements do you take immediately after your workout? Why?
I take ISS Complete Whey Power mixed with 6 oz Gatorade of 3 oz fruit juice and water. I also take ISS BCAA's. I do this, because it helps me rebuild what I just tore down.
- Updated Jun 29, 2008 9:15pm
Do you sometimes use energy enhancing supplements?
Yes
Which supplements do you take? When do you take them?
I take Promino Plus every morning. It's just supposed to help you think clearly, but it makes me feel like I can do cartwheels, and I've never even done one!
I draw strength from the energy & passion others exhibit, demonstrate & inspire others with. So yes, your words help keep the fire burning.
You may like this quote. Its one of my favorites:
http://blog.body building.com/BuckSpin/2008/06/ 07/soul-fuel-the-man-in-the-ar ena/
Just read a couple of your blogs. They were great. Very smart. Very "be responsible for your fitness". Congrats on your accomplishment(s). Cheers, Mike
Hey there! I bought a digital scale yesterday, to track my weight with (it's listed). I weighed myself several times since then & it's different every time, by as much as 2 lbs.! I never did like the stupid scale. LOL
I had the same reuslt with low carb diets add more carbs back into my diet but only on wieght lifting day. been at it for about a week the energy leverl has gone up weights gone up and scale has gone DOWN!!!! no at 236 and my size 38 pants are falling down
