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"Update:
Hello my birthday was May 14,2008 and instead of losing weight I gained weight according to my last doctor visit- I am now 170 so my goals have been revised. I want to lose the "spare tire" that I have around my midsection."
did start unofficially in high school between 1975-1979 and in the Marines between 1979 and 1983, but was not consistent until 1984 when I started college.It was in my blood to exercise. I have always been interested in the human body and how it works
Why I Love It:
I love to see the transformation of the different muscle groups based on how I train them and it provides an outlet for a stressful day and along with the diet I love the whole holistic transformation
How I Stay Motivated:
It has been hard lately since I am not working and in college (online) so I am more sedentary and I have no contact with any of my old workout partners which kept me motivated. So this current goal is going to be a challenge
BB Accomplishments:
May 1999 Ohio Bodybuilding Championships 3rd place Bantamweight
May 2002 1st place Mr Cleveland lightweight , 4th place Masters Competition in Columbus (subject to revision based on what I remember)
this picture was taken after a competetion between 1988-1990 but dont know exact date I know it was when I was enfrolled in college.
This was taken at the 2002 NPC Ohio State
Championships in the Master and Lightweight competition -this is latest one I have I have not competed since then
This was my second attempt at trying to qualify for the jr. Nationals -my first was in 1999
Update:
Hello my birthday was May 14,2008 and instead of losing weight I gained weight according to my last doctor visit- I am now 170 so my goals have been revised. I want to lose the "spare tire" that I have around my midsection.
Goal (Long):
Need to transform my body into close to contest shape -I need to lose fat overall I am 170 and I am better looking at 150 which is my contest weight
I want to maintain that shape for the rest of my life I would love to have muscle symmetry and get my abs in shape ,which will be challenge since that is where I accumulate my fat tissue.
I am unemployed and a Master's Student at Capella University . I have become more sedentary since my last employment in 2004 , therefore I have to increase my cardio -very frustrating to say the least
What is the most dangerous weightlifting exercise? Why?
Squats based on the body mechanics if done incorrectly it can injure your back -it has to be done properly considering where your center of gravity is concerned -it takes practice. I myself dont like to do the exercise all the time - I pay attention to my energy and mood level before attempting complex exercises such as these.Squats based on the body mechanics if done incorrectly it can injure your back -it has to be done properly considering where your center of gravity is concerned -it takes practice. I myself dont like...more
- Updated Dec 29, 2007 7:20pm
Have you ever had a lifting injury?
Yes
What type of injury was it? How long were you injured? How did you recover?
Lower back injury If I can remember it caused me to be laid for at least 4 weeks with recurrent incidents until I went to the chiropractor and went through readjustments to realign my back I have not had any major injuries until I had hernia surgery in 2004 and it bothers me occasionally.Lower back injury If I can remember it caused me to be laid for at least 4 weeks with recurrent incidents until I went to the chiropractor and went through readjustments to realign my back I have not ...more
- Updated Dec 29, 2007 7:18pm
What is the most common reason that somebody gets injured while lifting?
Most of all improper form in the execution of the exercise and not being fully recovered from prior workouts which I am guilty of sometimes. I have re injured my back on occasion but recover based on quick actions such as initial ice therapy followed by heat and resting injured body part.Most of all improper form in the execution of the exercise and not being fully recovered from prior workouts which I am guilty of sometimes. I have re injured my back on occasion but recover based on ...more
On the second week of my treatment for cancer I have many things that I have to contemplate -and that is just what I have been aware for five years -the new piece to the puzzle of my life is my dad reappearing in my life. It was of my own choosing but I founf out I am not as ready to face this...
Training is going well. I am starting to trim down from 291 and am 281 now. Have to work the waistline a bit. I was discharged a Corporal and am a Captain in the AF now.
Looks like you are doing very well. Keep up the great work. With the price of gas I won't be getting to the gym everyday. I will have to go every other. Bought some weights and bands to use at home. Keep up the great work.
Training is going well. Got a new set of progress pics, and they actually look decent. Still need to post those up. How about you? Are you doing heavy cardio?
aw ****.... Be prepared for the ride of your life, it's very hard to beat cancer but it could ALWAYS be worse man.
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/ showthread.php?t=4349523 ... That's my thread I posted back in August. I encourage you to read it and if you have any questions what so ever please feel free to message me.
Keep your head up though :), it'll be over in no time.
Hey man long time no hear, glad to see your still around. I planned on taking this year off from going on stage. i have a journal in the over 35 section. How about you any shows picked out in the future for you?
