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Overall Goal: My weight loss goal has been a success! 59 lbs gone! Now to strive for the look of the female Amazon champions that were killed by the Greeks in 750 BCE for conquering the Greek male champions in strength competitions! Ok, maybe not lol
Fit Status:
Still 106, cardiovascular good but has been better. Lost some muscle but will gain it back with my determination!
Motivation Level: 8/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Sex:
Female
Age:
51
Location:
Vancouver, B.C., Canada
Occupation:
Professional troublemaker ;) Oh yeah, I'm a security guard too :D
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
College:
High School:
When I Started:
Jun, 2007
How I Started:
I wanted to transform my body from fat, out of shape, and in pain, to trim and pain free. My initial goal of losing 35 pounds has been surpassed! 59 pounds of fat gone and new muscle gained!
Current Goals:
I want to increase my bench press from 100 lbs currently to 106 which is my bodyweight. I also want to increase my deadlift from the current 175 lbs to 200 lbs and then later to 212 which is double my bodyweight. I will do it even if it kills me! Stubbornness goes a long way ;)
I don't do squats because of compressed cervical discs.
Why I Love It:
I love it because I look better, I'm pain free, I have lots of energy, and reduced stress. I look forward each day to challenging myself to improve on my personal best.
How I Stay Motivated:
Seeing results and feeling better. I live in a city of thin people, lots of athletes, runners, cyclists etc so I'm just keeping up with the rest of the population.
The members of the OV35 forum really support and encourage me.
BB Accomplishments:
Bodybuilding.com *Transformation of the Week* February 14, 2008
I have lost 59 pounds and 12 1/2 inches from my waist. My bodyfat has dropped from 41% to 15.5%. I have gained muscle in areas that I didn't even know I had lol Now at 51 years old I feel good about my appearance once again and know that bodybuilding and clean eating is a lifelong commitment that I'm prepared to accept. When I look in the mirror I don't cringe and when I shop for new clothes I can wear a size XXS instead of a size 18! My focus now will be to gain more muscle.
I want to inspire people that have 40 or 50 pounds to lose to take that step and start now. Anyone can do this with some determination and consistency if they eat clean, incorporate cardio and implement a weight training program into their lives. Today is the day, it's never too late.
Forum Signature:
Bodybuilding: striving to defeat your own demons and overcome self imposed limitations.
Martial arts: the ideal rhythm of a movement is manifested as powerful grace.
Sang H. Kim Ph. D.
Grossly overweight side view -165 pounds, 38 inch waist. 41% BF
I'm ashamed to even post this picture but I have to be honest about how far I had let this go.
These are the jeans I wore in May 07 compared to now. I can actually fit 2 of me in here lol
My weight loss goal has been a success! 59 lbs gone! Now to strive for the look of the female Amazon champions that were killed by the Greeks in 750 BCE for conquering the Greek male champions in strength competitions! Ok, maybe not lol
Goal (Long):
I would like to maintain a lean body but more importantly to GAIN MUSCLE. Ultimately I want a body with little fat and lots of MUSCLE. I don't know if I can get a really muscular body starting at this age but I'm going to try! I am 50 years old but it's not too late!
Yes it's not fun to start a transformation and keep it up long term but you can do it. The time is going to pass by anyway so why not start now and go through the initial uncomfortable process of transformation so that a year or so from now it's already completed and your enjoying your new look...
Thanks for the comment on my Bodyspace. Competing just isn't for me. I've been there, done that with bowling. Better at this stage of my life to keep it recreational and not worry about a judge critiquing my rear delts!
