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I started lifting in high school like everyone else. But I stopped for many years after graduate school. Marriage, career, children... it all took priority. It wasn't until my late 30's, when my life became more settled, that I started lifting again and I started competing as a strength athlete only a few years ago.
Why I Love It:
In my very stressful job, working out keeps me focused. Hitting the gym is better than going to a psychiatrist or taking Lexipro!
Oh! And if I can do it, anyone can do it! I have the worst schedule of anyone I know!
How I Stay Motivated:
I am addicted! I love feeling strong, I love the stares at restaurants, I love getting big. It is a rush to be able to do things that average people can't do, like lifting cars or running with 290 pounds in each hand!
BB Accomplishments:
Never competed as a BB! At this point, I know I will never be really cut or even look like a bodybuilder. But there is nothing but the love; I have plenty of props for my BB brothers.
I still want to be the LW Masters Nationals Champion. I went three years in a row and was in the mix, but didn't make it all the way.
Goal (Long):
I went to the 2007 NAS Strongman National Championships in Kansas, and came in second. I went to the 2008 NAS Strongman Masters Nationals and came in third.
Weight Goal:
Bodyfat Goal:
Upcoming Contest:
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Do you tell your friends and/or family about your fitness goals?
Yes
Why or why not?
I think that it is important to have my friends and family know that I have a contest planned and give me support and encouragement. It is especially important that my wife know about contests so that she can forgive my many mood swings.I think that it is important to have my friends and family know that I have a contest planned and give me support and encouragement. It is especially important that my wife know about contests so that...more
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What leg workout has worked best for you?
Squats. Squats. Heavy Squats. Oh, and squats.
- Updated May 24, 2008 4:26pm
What forearm workout has worked best for you?
grip exercises work forearms the best. don't use straps.
Description: I was just playing around with the HW setting at the apparatus, but it went up pretty easily. If I were training for contest, I would have held it longer.
Viking Presses on Squat Machine
Played: 106
Description: This was about 470 lbs. four 45s on one side and five on the other.
Mike doing Strongman VikingPresses
Played: 218
Description: Benny invented this on the spot and so I did it!
Deadlift medley training Played: 187
Masterstrongman-Hammer Rows Played: 133
September 27, 2008 285 lb log clean and press Played: 64
(Eph 3:12) "In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him.
The Holy Spirit gives us boldness and confidence after we have believed in Jesus Christ to be able to pray and make requests to God without fear. "
Okay, so what I learned this morning is that FEAR...
The videos are off the hook dude. Its hard to believe you compete in the light weight division. I recently dropped to the middleweight division. Was competing as a heavy but it made me slow and my stamina is much better now.
Hey MS. I was wondering if you could give me a few tips, because I have been getting into powerlifting at my college gym.
I have a 4-day training split and I was wondering what would be the best thing to do on M,T,Th,& F.
Sorry for the newb and redundant question. I just need a little help from an experienced person. Thanks.
"Just get crazy strong and you will be dominant!" Oh, is that all I have to do? :)
I'm working on it.... thanks, man. I've got a bus tire DL upcoming, like your pic. It's to done w/ a 3" bar. Ug!
