Overall Goal: Still focused on taking control of my health, again. Done it once: Let's do it again! Got to up the willpower for clean(er) eating. Thanks BS friends for all your support!
Fit Status:
Happy 4th - Enjoy
Motivation Level: 9/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Sex:
Male
Age:
Location:
United States
Occupation:
Personal Website:
Gym:
YMCA
Gym Location:
When I Started:
May, 2006
How I Started:
Mainly concerned about health, in particular weight-related issues that came up. Became interested in weight loss and muscle building as a result.
Why I Love It:
The best start of the day! More energy after an hour-long workout. Prepares for meeting the day's challenges. Like seeing the progress and changes. Seems to be a part of my life now. It bothers me when I can't or don't workout.
How I Stay Motivated:
Self-motivated and goal-oriented. Encourgement and comments from family, friends, other people, and BB.com posters has helped very much. A lot of people who know me well, but haven't seen me in awhile claim not to have recognized me or have to take a 2nd look. I don't think I look that different, but guess so.
BB Accomplishments:
See some definition in arms,legs, chest, back. Weight loss and muscle building are becoming evident since May 2007 when the 1st BFL challenge was completed.
Still focused on taking control of my health, again. Done it once: Let's do it again! Got to up the willpower for clean(er) eating. Thanks BS friends for all your support!
Goal (Long):
To be within the normal BMI range for my height, losing fat and building muscle. Short term goal: lose 50 lbs. Improve to be able to take my shirt off. To show others that it can be done and be a motivator and encourager for them.
Keepin' it real: I have a large gut complete with a dividing ridge - WTH? Anyone with this experience? Does it ever go away? What's the result if it does. Anyway, the progress in upper and lower body is sabotaged by the mid-section that just seems to stay. Yep, I know it's largely...
Doing just general weightlifting on dumbells,gym machines, and a friend's backyard equipment in May 2006 - no specific program or routine. Joined a gym in July after friend relocated. Looked at Men's Health/Muscle & Fitness mags. Went on a crash of something I read and stopped buying...
By the looks of things, you are doing great. Just remember that we didn't gain this overnight, so it won't come off overnight either. It takes patience! I got faith in you bro and we are gonna come out on top! God Bless!!!
Thanks for the kind words sir! It seems we all are making steady progress. Looks like the guns are growing! I've kept the diet clean(er) and am going into the 3rd week of it. Hopefully, the detail in my back and chest will continue to emerge if I can stick with the diet. You keep up the good work.
I think you're over the hump B-Racer! What an amazing accomplishment! It's just a matter of toning up from the looks of things! Stay encouraged and have a great weekend too! T
y can't I resist choc cake. Went to business lunch today and ... there it was ... i couldn't resist. I had one slice. I may need to go to chocoholics anonymous!
B! You're kicking some major butt! Keep up the hard work. It's truly paying off and you'd have to be blind not see your vast improvement. Keep it up Dawg! T
I FEEL YOU ON THE EATING PLAN,ITS JUST TRAIL AN ERROR.WE ARE LIKE BABIES WHEN IT COME TO EATING CLEAN,WE JUST HAVE TO ACQUIRE THE NEW TASTE FOR CLEAN FOODS AND HOW TO ENJOY IT.KEEP ON FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT.
Nothing much man. I had a slight set back seeing a family member at the hospital. But I am maintaining my weight. How is all with you? You are looking good.
Happy belated Father's Day bro! Now just try to take it one day at a time and get back on track! That is all you can do my brother. Just keep moving forward...How is the wife coming along so far?
