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I found that lifting helped relieve daily pain from an accident. (Dumbbell presses really seem to make things right for my back.) I had to use really light weights for a while. Using 3lb weights was really mentally challenging in the gym. I had to fight myself and take it easy. Gradually I was able to do more. Then, I started feeling good and did not want to stop. My workouts were so purpose driven that I was developing muscles in isolation just for my back. I wobbled and felt weak except in the movements did to feel better. Also, I started looking a bit awkward. Since I wanted to look and feel more balanced I started a more balanced routine.
Why I Love It:
I like feeling better, and I like the attention I'm starting to get from the opposite sex. That's a fun boost.
How I Stay Motivated:
Suffering may not be the most positive motivator, but I am punished if I do not work out. Also, I enter swimming competitions and want to see my times continue to drop. Last year I competed in the Grand Canyon State Games. I was at 1:00 even for a hundred yard freestyle race. Later in the year I know I hit 58 something. It would be great to hit a 56 this year at the games.
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Last Updated: Feb 23, 2008 7:29pm
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Sep 19, 2004
Apr 30, 2008
I think the date is right. This was taken before my accident. I'll try to find a shot after my crash. One of my goals was to get back to where I was before.
Shoulders are showing a bit. I'm down to 188lbs in this shot.
Description: Here is an example of a swimmers' bridge or plank. I learned this technique at a swimming clinic from a college coach. There is a good deal of torsion crossing your body which is great for swimming.
Last Updated: Apr 24, 2008 7:45am
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Sweet! Good job on the race! Hey, to hit those rear delts try doing reverse flies just make sure your palms are down. Cables will challenge you most, but a reverse pec-deck works too. Just focus on form and make sure to not pull from the rhomboids. Yes, it is harder and sucks, heh.
100 in 56 is fast, is that with a turn? you know, leaning out and bulking up are different- congrats on the gains, they will be hard earned with the amount of cardio you must do
Thanks for the tip, will do a little research, will try anything once. Could always feel the bone on bone rub, but only recently started hurting. Your making some nice progress, congrats.
hey man, I fell short. I ran out of money on week 8 and couldn't buy protein or eat very hearty. I ended up at 14 7/8's. ALMOST! oh well, moving on to chest now! Thanks for checking in!
excellent mate.. I find deadlifting hardwork but an excellent exercise if done with good form.
I've finally started gaining size again, I've incorporated some explosive moves like press-up and clap, and also slowed my form down (2 second press, 1 second hold, 4 second lower)
yep - deads, squats, military press, barbell rows, bench press and heavy parallel bar dips have always made up the bulk in my workouts - it was my fathers teachings over 10 years ago - good old school!! and he had a pretty good shape so i stuck with it. recently i've added in leg press and lunges to the basic routine - just hoping i get heavier now without anymore injuries as i may compete next year if i hit 180- 190pounds and around 8% fat. eating is never a problem! TRAIN INSANE
thanks, bro - i've regained around 8 pounds in total now, and i think some of it is muscle - i still got an ab outline!!! for now! and the pressing is well and truly back in fashion, along with the squats & deads. you doing ok?
