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Two years ago I could not do five consecutive push-ups.(Now I can) I could not even hang from a chinning bar for longer than five seconds, so a chin-up was out of the question.(Now I can) I was almost 215 lbs of 24% B.F. My blood pressure was 170/95 and cholesterol was 210. It was time to do something after almost seven years of sedentary existence...(So, I did!)
After 27 months; bp 125/75, cholesterol 128. Wt. 170 BF%9.5-11
Why I Love It:
My best hour+/- of the day is when I'm exercising. All aches and pains subside for that all too brief period of the day.
How I Stay Motivated:
Seeing the gains in strength and loss of fat. It feels great to be able to do everyday tasks more efficiently. I am also motivated by seeing the progress and success of others. There are so many success stories on this site.
BB Accomplishments:
September 26,2009 OCB Mr. Natural Indiana; 5th Place- 50 and over division.
A super friend and classy lady. She is experienced in training and competition. She is always available to help and advise me. I can tell she is a hard worker both in and out of the gym and no doubt a super mom. I hope to have the priviledge of meeting her in person some day.
I watched Ken compete in the first show I had ever seen in Indy. I knew then that's what I wanted to do. He is also one of the few people on here that I have actually met and talked with face to face. Great guy, who knows his stuff.
Chris,
I wish you a peaceful and joyful first Christmas without your wife. Last year was my first and I remember it as hard.
It was helpful to anticipate difficulties. Example:I was often fine at an event, but the loneliness of the road was tough. CDs that captured my attention were a great distraction.
Anticipate difficulties with coping strategies.
Stay in the present."I can do this afternoon! This hour! The next five minutes!"
Your lifting friend,
Denis
Chris, thank you for the friend request and for your help concering home gym equipment. I appreciat both! Best of luck with all your fitness goals...you hardly look like you're in your 60s!! Merry Christmas!
Hey Chris, very cool that you are going to compete at the Northern Kentucky Championships. That comp has been posted at my gym for a few weeks but I'll be sticking close to home in 2010 with MI shows. -Jeff
