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Long story. I started working out actually after a hard break up with my girlfriend. My weight around that time was near 250. My college friend and I decided we would start using the university gym. So we went for a while, adjusting to this new environment not really knowing what we were doing. We were doing nothing but machines at the time. About a year later, I was able to go on my own but my workouts were sloppy and inconsistent. I started experimenting with cable, but the bulk of my exercises were machine based. After I graduated, I decided I wanted to get serious about working out. I started to transfer my workout from machines and cables to barbells and dumbbells.
Why I Love It:
I enter my own little world when I work out. I'm in the moment and the stress of life seems to vanish when I pick up a dumbbell. And I know that each completed rep will help me reach my goal.
How I Stay Motivated:
The results I, as well as others see. Even though I don't see them as drastic as my friends do. It's also an added bonus to hear women telling me that I'm looking hot and asking about my situation.
BB Accomplishments:
Lost about 70 lbs
Forum Signature:
Who says geeks can't look good?
"I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and though me. And when it has gone past I will turn to the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain."
Last Updated: Jun 4, 2008 7:21pm
Progress Pictures
Jul 22, 2005
Jul 9, 2008
This was before I started working out. My weight was around 245 in this picture, and XXL shirts and size 40 jeans were a common thing for me.
This was taken a few days before I started my mass gain. I'll use this as motivation when I start to cut again.
My goal is to have my body fat percentage be at 10% or under by my next birthday.
Goal (Long):
Ever since I was a kid, I have always been on the heavy side. This led to kids picking on me and teasing me as well. I've been very self conscious about my body and how it looks. I haven't taken my shirt off at the beach since I was little. This has also played a role in my lack of self confidence when around new people, especially women. I want to lose the fat, once and for all, and gain more muscle than I already have. I'm hoping to hit 10% body fat or under by my next birthday. I am going to do this through training hard, eating clean and being dedicated to my routine. Most importantly, I want this to happen without the use of steroids or surgery. When I look in the mirror, I want to know this was all a result of me and my effort.
My poor BB blog has been neglected. I haven't made an update in almost 7 months. Plenty has happened to me concerning fitness and other aspects in my life, so I'll try to do a quick run though.
In January I entered an online contest with several other members where our main goal was to get...
I loved reading your background. We walked a similar path. I started with an equally clueless buddy in college. I also continue sloppily on my own but it took me years and years before I decided to get serious. Glad you figured it out earlier than I did!
