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Membership Info
Member Since: May 31, 2008
BodyBlog Started: Jun 1, 2008
BodySpace Profile Visits:
  • Last 24 Hours: 25
  • Last 7 Days: 173
  • Overall: 12,107
Forum Posts: 6159
BodyBlog Entries: 111
Comments to Others: 338
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Last Visit: Today, 6:01pm
Last Forum Post: Today, 5:56pm
Last Photo Upload: Sep 3, 2009 5:50am
Last Profile Update: Today, 7:41am
Last Blog Post: Sep 30, 2009 10:44am

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Fan Club (?) : 9
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BuckSpin

Overall Goal:  I will turn this lump of coal into a diamond thru the sheer pressure of my will, heart, soul & mind in the forge of hot sweat & cold iron, and force my body to metamorphasize into the build I've always wanted but was too afraid to try to earn

Fit Status:  Eating, Lifting, Sleeping, Repeating

Motivation Level: 10/10


Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Todd
Sex:
Male
Age:
43
Location:
Union, Maine, United States
Occupation:
The Beer Guy
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
College:
High School:
When I Started:
Feb, 2008
How I Started:
After losing all that weight, I started to get some actual definition. I've NEVER had definition. I like it....a LOT! So I decided to commit a year of my life to developing my body into the one I've always wanted but was too afraid to try to earn. I have now decided to extend that original 12 months into a 45 month plan thru the end of 2011.
Why I Love It:
I love the challenge of pushing my body's limits to new levels, striving to set new PRs every workout and the changes in my body, mind & soul as a result.
How I Stay Motivated:
I want "that body" and I'm determined to have it! Online Workout Journal: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=113167271
BB Accomplishments:
- Losing 70lbs in 13.5 weeks (82 pounds total to date) - Winning a local "Biggest Loser" fitness competition as a result - Getting below 200lbs for the 1st time in over 2 decades - Getting the beginnings of some (to me) KEWL definition - Losing 30% of my bodyweight!!! (to date) - Changing my life forever
Forum Signature:
"Brick walls are there for a reason. The brick walls are not there to keep us out. The brick walls are there to show how badly we want something. Because the brick walls are there to stop the people who don?t want something badly enough. They are there to keep out the other people." - Randy Pausch, "The Last Lecture" (1960-2008) --------- "I will tell you why they made the leg press: to keep the pussies out of the squat rack." - Arlecchino
Last Updated: Jul 8, 2008 2:45am

What BuckSpin Is Up To:
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Progress Pictures:
Jan 2, 2008 Jun 16, 2009
My Old Life The Clothes Don't Lie
This was me in January, 2008. I weighed about 270 and had been overweight for the better part of 20+ years. I decided to make a change in my life when a local fitness center sponsored a 12 week "Biggest Loser" program. I started my new life on February 4th, 2008.
Me wearing my favorite BB.com T-shirt at 6 weeks of training & at 52 weeks. I've put on almost 40lbs in 6 months and still have wiggle room in the 32" waist!
Last Updated: Aug 7, 2009 7:19pm

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Last Updated: Today, 7:41am

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Last Updated: Oct 3, 2009 9:31am

Goals:
Main Goal:
Other
Goal (Overall):
I will turn this lump of coal into a diamond thru the sheer pressure of my will, heart, soul & mind in the forge of hot sweat & cold iron, and force my body to metamorphasize into the build I've always wanted but was too afraid to try to earn
Goal (Long):
GOALS FOR 2009: - I WILL begin serious training to eventually compete by 2011 - I WILL be that one Novice who gets the Open guys attention when I do come out into the sun to "play"... - I WILL earn my NCSA CPT certificate in 2009 - I WILL be able to provide for my family with the above - I WILL impact at least one life as a CPT like mine was - I WILL weigh 200lbs after my annual cut...and look it
Weight Goal:
I want to GAIN 12 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
8%
Upcoming Contest:
Maine Event and/or Cape Cod
Last Updated: Jul 27, 2008 1:04pm

Members That Inspire BuckSpin:
vandamnwcbb [ BodySpace ]
Because in his mind, heart & soul he has no limitations....
Tifflex [ BodySpace ]
Because her laser focus & intensity are a beacon to anyone daring to attempt to reach their full potential in every aspect of life.
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BodyAnswers
BuckSpin has answered 45 of 67 total questions.
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Do you sometimes use a protein powder?
Yes
What is your favorite protein powder?
ON Gold Standard Whey (Vanilla Ice Cream)
- Updated May 7, 2009 5:35pm

What is the best type of protein for you?
Whey Protein
Whey Isolate
Why is this type of protein best?
The cold filtered whey isolate is not electrically nor chemically extracted, is very low sodium (important to me) as well as fat & carb free. Cold is good for protein purity, and I like being able to ...more
- Updated May 7, 2009 5:35pm

Do you socialize while at the gym?
Sometimes
- Updated May 7, 2009 5:17pm

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Last Updated: Jul 27, 2008 1:04pm

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Last Updated: Sep 11, 2008 3:31pm

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Why I like this video: Great info on proper & safe benching/pressing technique.
Last Updated: Sep 11, 2008 3:31pm

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Category: Other on Sep 30, 2009 10:44am

I LOLd with Mrs. BuckSpin this A.M. about what is happening to me:

- I am on a sleep schedule
- I need to eat every few hours
- I wake up for a 2 or 3am "feeding"
- I'm getting bigger & bigger
- I am on a high protein diet that consists of a number of liquid meals
- I've...


Current Supplements:
NOW Whey Protein Isolate 1lb
NOW Whey Protein Isolate 1lb

Started: Nov 03, 2008
Reason: Its a great bang for the buck, and you don't have to buy more than 1lb at a time!!!
Last Updated: Sep 11, 2008 3:31pm

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Workout Program:
I'm working with an AMAZING Sports Nutritionist (Mary Lavansky), who is a former National Champion bodybuilder and current Maine state champion powerlifter. After my serious weight loss in such a short time she has been tweaking my nutrition and set me up with a 4 week program to add some...
Last Updated: Jun 7, 2008 4:33am

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Hobbies:
  • Reading, working out, cooking
Magazines:
  • Natural Bodybuilding & Fitness
Healthy Foods:
  • Thai anything, organic medjool dates, my new breakfast, fat free Greek yogurt with stevia
  • Strawberries, black figs, fresh roasted coffee, scallops, grilled clams
  • HempPlus granola!
Cheat Foods:
  • A LOT of those organic medjool dates, a dish of Pad Thai, grapefruit gelato
Fitness Books:
  • "Power Training"
  • "Nutrient Timing"
Workout Music:
  • 80's hair bands, hard rock
Last Updated: Sep 18, 2008 2:56pm

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Last Updated: Nov 5, 2009 6:49pm

Visitor Comments (395)
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SecondFocus [ View Profile ]
Nov 5, 2009 4:58pm
Great job! 82 pounds is serious weight loss!
One foot in the grave, the other in the gym mharrislove [ View Profile ]
Nov 2, 2009 7:48am
Hey, Buck. Good luck on the road to the 12412|1212!
Delaylah [ View Profile ]
Oct 30, 2009 8:54pm
Geez...I didn't realize I hadn't visited for so long!!! I'm doing great! Thank you for the kind words...hope all is going well with you?
October 2009 Front - 193 getfittoday [ View Profile ]
Oct 29, 2009 11:15am
Thanks for the add!
day1 - 240lbs varepo757 [ View Profile ]
Oct 27, 2009 1:34pm
Very motivational brother!
On the road on a 1/2 marathon stachedwalker [ View Profile ]
Oct 19, 2009 9:08pm
do I ever feel your pain with the fan club stuff
superman vandamnwcbb [ View Profile ]
Oct 8, 2009 8:55am
Awesome!!!You da man!!!
superman vandamnwcbb [ View Profile ]
Oct 7, 2009 3:34pm
How are you my friend?
Back MonaVieforlife [ View Profile ]
Sep 25, 2009 12:46pm
Wow, great back! Your progress inspires me. I want a back like that! Keep it going, you look great!
front torso wk 1 SchoolBoii [ View Profile ]
Sep 23, 2009 10:38am
oh ok cool. Quick question, which supplement do you recommend that i use to bulk up?
june 08 to august 09 190lbs venom151 [ View Profile ]
Sep 23, 2009 12:40am
after i got to 190 i had to think should i go down more . funny thing its taking me a month to decide 210 is good for me :)
front torso wk 1 SchoolBoii [ View Profile ]
Sep 21, 2009 10:21am
its not a problem man, when you lived in reading was it really difficult to find a real good paying job right out of high school?
back acmarcucci [ View Profile ]
Sep 20, 2009 8:23pm
transformation is incredible man. keep up the hard work! that back is lookin sick!
Took it last night at the gym. gavinz_dad [ View Profile ]
Sep 16, 2009 7:03am
Yes we do. Congrats on coming as far as you have.
Took it last night at the gym. gavinz_dad [ View Profile ]
Sep 15, 2009 3:55pm
Man, your back is sick! And your shoulder striations are one of a kind. Never seen that kind of shred. I'd like to discuss your diet sometime. I've lost a total of 100.5 lbs. and I'm wanting to add lean muscle weight back on. I need help.
blu2xtreme [ View Profile ]
Sep 12, 2009 11:18am
Thank you:) Your transformation was great also - amazing what we can do when we want it bad enough
Rockin' @ Recovery on the Mountain baretta [ View Profile ]
Sep 11, 2009 1:53pm
Awesome progress, Buck. Keep up the good work!!! :)
Back and Right Bicep - 163 lbs UnsungHero2 [ View Profile ]
Sep 11, 2009 4:39am
nice back mate, very impressive. You should check out my page.
Upload your profile picture! HAMMER35 [ View Profile ]
Sep 10, 2009 6:04pm
Impressive Buck you kicked some major but and stayed the course congrats on your accomplishment. Your back looks awesome what kind of excercised did you do?
Rockin' @ Recovery on the Mountain baretta [ View Profile ]
Sep 4, 2009 1:17pm
Sorry, buck... I'm not used to checking for comments. About the guitar... it's just automotive pin stripe. Makes it easy to change out... :)
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