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Motivation Level: 10/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Amanda Lampton
Sex:
Female
Age:
27
Location:
College Station, Texas, United States
Occupation:
Graduate Student
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Primary Gym:
College:
High School:
When I Started:
Sep, 2007
How I Started:
Oh, there are so many reasons.... The straw that broke the proverbial camel's back was when I saw my pictures from Hawai'i (June 2007). Not so pretty. I was athletic all the way through high school, though I never really ate that well. At college I tried to workout, but it slowly got pushed aside as my workload got heavier. Senior year was the worst. I spent the entire year couped up with my design team working on our senior design project. I barely worked out and my eating habits were horrible. Graduate school was better, and I got my body under control again. Recently, however, I found myself wanting to do more than just maintain a weight. I want to be stronger and leaner. Seeing those pictures from my vacation finally made me decide definitively to make a change. Now I'm working out almost everyday. I'm already seeing changes, and I'm looking forward to what the next year will bring.
August 2008 saw me back in Hawaii for a conference. The pictures of me at various beaches are much better than last year, but I can do better. I'm taking it to the next level and will be competing in a figure competition in summer 2009. There's also talk of another Hawaii trip or maybe Las Vegas. I most definitely plan to have the best physiqe possible. :)
Why I Love It:
I like the discipline and challenge. I love seeing progress on a daily basis as I do more reps or add more weight. I haven't been doing this for very long, but I am already seeing visible results. I like knowing that I have control of my life and have finally taken control of my body.
How I Stay Motivated:
Everyday I tell myself that I can do this. I think where my hard work will take me. I challenge myself every workout to out do my last. The personal competition does a lot to keep me going.
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For once you have tasted flight, you will walk the Earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you long to return.
~ Leonardo da Vinci
I was an athlete as I grew up. Things have changed since then. I've recently decided that it's time to take myself in hand. I want to be strong and lean again. I want to see my six pack. I want sleaker curves. I would like to have less than 20% bodyfat. I would like to be able to bench press my own body weight. I want to be able to do chin ups and pull ups again. I know with dedication I can be competition ready by summer 2009.
Weight Goal:
I want to LOSE 30 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
15%
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Last Updated: Oct 6, 2007 12:49pm
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What is the one tip you would give somebody who is just getting started?
Push yourself hard, keep a detailed log, and change things as your body adapts.
- Updated Apr 3, 2008 6:48pm
Do you currently have a workout partner?
Yes
Why do you like having a workout partner? What are the benefits?
It keeps me accountable. There are times in the morning that I really don't want to get out of bed. Knowing my workout partner will be at my apartment soon is a good kick in the pants to get me out of bed. Also, while working out we can chat while lifting. It keeps me engaged and hard working.It keeps me accountable. There are times in the morning that I really don't want to get out of bed. Knowing my workout partner will be at my apartment soon is a good kick in the pants to get me out of...more
- Updated Apr 3, 2008 6:47pm
What do you think about people who "grunt" loudly while working out? Do you do it?
I think it is quite amusing. Yes, I sure do grunt..
I'm currently following Vince DelMonte's "No Nonsense Muscle Building" program. As a student I can't afford a trainer. He does a very good job outlining the structure of the program. The workout changes every couple of weeks, so I'm not going to outline it here, but so far I'm enjoying it and...
Amanda...a standing "o" for your hard work and accomplishments. Great job girl...keep it up and don't settle for anything less than what your true visualization of self would be!
It's already just under 12 weeks and I'm afraid that I won't be ready. I'm still deployed for a few days and this next week and half will be kind of rough. It's possible though!
It's a good mantra. Small nutritious meals throughout the day, keeps your metabolism humming. I usually eat 6 or 7 and loose weight doing that. I used to gain weight eating 3 meals...
Oh that's great that you added me. I am really happy because of it. Why? Because I have a friend now who has a sexy body despite of overweight. Don't be afraid because of my profile is inactive. It is just temporarily.
VictorTenuta (MuscleTech rep) said to take before pictures again with a national newspaper as per the rules. A USA Today would work. He aplogizes for the inconvenience.
