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real name

Derek Simon

age

gender

Male

location

Aurora, CO, US

gym

occupation

Writer

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Overall Goal

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Gain Muscle

goal physique

Athlete

Progress & Goals

BEFORE

Dec 29, 2012

CURRENT

Mar 23, 2013

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164.6 Lbs.

LEAN BODY MASS

22.4 Lbs.

BODY FAT

CURRENT WEIGHT

187

Lbs.

May 20, 2013

CURRENT BODY FAT

May 10, 2013

PROGRESS HISTORY

Lbs.

2012-12-29,2013-01-01,2013-01-05,2013-01-15,2013-01-17,2013-01-23,2013-01-27,2013-02-03,2013-02-05,2013-02-06,2013-02-08,2013-02-13,2013-02-15,2013-03-08,2013-03-09,2013-03-20,2013-03-23,2013-03-24,2013-03-31,2013-04-20,2013-04-24,2013-05-10,2013-05-20

210,210,209,203.3,203,200,199,198,197,196,193,191,191,188,188,188,185,185,185,185,185,188,187

Aug 18, 2013

190 Lbs.

2012-12-29,2013-01-01,2013-01-05,2013-02-03,2013-02-06,2013-02-08,2013-02-13,2013-02-15,2013-03-08,2013-03-09,2013-03-20,2013-03-23,2013-03-24,2013-03-30,2013-03-31,2013-04-06,2013-04-20,2013-05-10

20,20,20,17,16.7,15.8,15.4,14.9,13.8,13.7,12.4,12.1,12.1,11.9,11.9,11.5,11.5,12

Aug 18, 2013

10 %

Lbs.

168,168,167.2,162.6,162.4,160,159.2,164.3,163.5,163.3,162.5,161.6,162.5,162.1,162.2,164.7,162.6,163,163.7,163.7,163.7,165.4,164.6

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LATEST MEASUREMENTS

Waist
34" no change in 5 days
Mar 25, 2013
Arms
17" no change in 46 days
Mar 25, 2013
Chest
43" no change in 46 days
Mar 25, 2013
Thighs
23" a loss of 1" in 49 days
Mar 25, 2013

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Programs

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My Supplement Program View My Full Supplement Program

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What DerekSimon Is Up To

DerekSimon is now friends with Alepou30 and Scott Free.

May 20, 2013

DerekSimon Leg workout today was decent. Finished squats with 405 lbs. and could barely do leg extensions afterwards... that's a good sign, I hope.

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DerekSimon updated his weight from 188 Lbs. to 187 Lbs., a 1 Lb. loss in 10 days.

187 Lbs.

May 20, 2013 | Like

DerekSimon Great workout yesterday, although I continue to struggle keeping my weight up... never thought eating a lot would be an issue.

May 19, 2013 | Like

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DerekSimon updated his body fat from 11.5% to 12%, a gain of 0.5% in 20 days.

12%

May 10, 2013 | Like

DerekSimon updated his weight from 185 Lbs. to 188 Lbs., a 3 Lb. gain in 16 days.

188 Lbs.

May 10, 2013 | Like

DerekSimon Sadly, I think my body is telling me I need a break. I feel sore all over. Going to the gym is such a habit, though...

May 10, 2013 | Like

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It's not quite that bad, but, whereas I used to have very little "overlap" soreness -- bicep days don't affect tricep days, chest days don't affect back days, etc. -- now I'm starting to experience that crossover effect more and more.

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unzen85

I know, it's the first time since I started working out 4 years ago that I've been sick actually! But it seems to be sth in the air or something. Half my acquaintances have been bedridden in the last month...

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DerekSimon is now friends with ylee250.

May 8, 2013

DerekSimon Hit the triceps so hard today, I couldn't do dips... next time I'll try lifting weights instead of hitting myself; see if that helps ;).

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DerekSimon is now friends with Danpharmd and mcdougdo.

Apr 28, 2013

DerekSimon is now friends with TrevTD and jim0561.

Apr 25, 2013

DerekSimon created a new BodyBlog entry "Goal Acheived".

Ever since I was in high school where every discussion of weightlifting began with “whad’ya bench?” I’ve wanted to bench press 400 pounds. About a year ago, I came close when I did 395 lbs. (why I chose that weight instead of an even 400 is beyond me). However, that was followed by a fairly serious shoulder injury that prevented me from benching for about six months. Then, of course, I entered the 2013 Transformation Challenge and lost 25 pounds, leading me to believe my window of... Go to BodyBlog

Apr 24, 2013

DerekSimon added a new profile photo.

Apr 20, 2013

DerekSimon created a new BodyBlog entry "Not Motivated, But Dedicated".

In my final essay for the 2013 Transformation Challenge, I made the distinction between dedication and motivation, noting that the latter is overrated because “like the moon, it waxes and wanes.” I opined that dedication is far more important — and today was a great example. Due to a looming deadline, I worked well into the night last night. I was tired and unmotivated as I prepared to work out today. Worse, I felt bloated (an increasing problem) and lethargic. Yet, I dragged my sorry arse to... Go to BodyBlog

Apr 18, 2013

DerekSimon is now friends with rezzie.

Apr 16, 2013

About Me

personal website: http://bodybuildingtransformationchallenge.blogspot.com/

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real name: Derek Simon hometown: Aurora CO, US age: 46 sex: Male occupation: Writer

primary gym: high school: college: when I started: Jan 2013 bodyspace member since: Dec 27, 2012

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TrevTD Ya. I workout with a bunch of 20 yrs olds. They love my routines and how I mix it up every 5 weeks. They call me natz gym guy! Fun to kick there butt and still have them come back for more. I will take you up on that offer. Haven't been that way yet but maybe someday. Heading to Vegas in June for a business trip! Apr 25, 2013 3:56pm

TrevTD So true. Too bad you can't train with me for the next few month...hold my had per say! I have learned a lot over the years but diet is so tricky. Apr 25, 2013 3:49pm

TrevTD Great. That is cool that you can eat that much and only gain a pound. Your diet still must be strict for that to happen. No treats! Apr 25, 2013 3:41pm

TrevTD Thanks man. Apr 25, 2013 3:32pm

TrevTD I hear you man. I first need to get to your level. Been trying for almost 10 yrs. I know diet is a key to. This is what I am eating now...what do you think?#1 protein shake with banana #2 5eggwhites with 1/2cup oatmeal #3 8oz chicken with 12asparagus #4 protein shake and 12almonds #5 8oz fish with whole sweet potato Apr 25, 2013 3:26pm

TrevTD Thanks man....hope to look as great as you. Apr 25, 2013 3:20pm

TrevTD How did you do it? That is where I am now. I have spent the last yr building and I put on a lot of muscle. I am leaning now but don't want to lose too much muscle. Apr 25, 2013 3:13pm

jim0561 Thanks for the friend request, I reached the 400 mark once, it was the week before I turned 45, of course my body weight was about 240 at the time. Great job and I also subscribe to the determination over motivation theory of exercise, for the same reasons. Thanks again for the friend request, Jim Apr 25, 2013 2:20pm

unzen85 Hehe, know the feeling... but you're right, balance is everything indeed! I'm still working on mine, since I'm not only single but also finding myself wanting to get time back for my other hobbies... Apr 9, 2013 3:01pm

johndfox18 Thanks for accepting my friend request Derek. Apr 8, 2013 9:57am

buddylov3 Thanks. But for yourself which ever plan you was on great work. Its kind of like when you were a kid. And you would say my dad can beat up your dad. Lol and then you show up.!! Major transformation I hope you keep pushing forward. Mar 31, 2013 9:49pm

johndfox18 Thanks for the compliments although I think it's me who will be seeking advice from you ! Happy Easter. Mar 31, 2013 4:15am

johndfox18 I noticed you visited my site today, have to congratulate you on your transformation, amazing work, stick with it!... John. Mar 30, 2013 9:21pm