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After a few false starts going all the way back to high school, I finally started seriously (systematically) lifting and pursuing martial arts in 1986. It has been an up and down battle to balance career, and other factors with my fitness regimen.
Why I Love It:
I'm a firm beliver in keeping healthy in Mind, Body, and Spirit. Working out allows me to keep my sanity, and also it challenges me to strive harder and to succeed.
How I Stay Motivated:
Motivation is definitely a struggle for me, but I try and keep my eye on a mental image of my results. I know how I want to look, so I try to always visualize it.
What type of injury was it? How long were you injured? How did you recover?
I had dislocated my shoulder in a fight when I was younger, and about three years after that I was doing lat pulldowns and it popped out again. I didn't go back to the gym for two years after that, but because of college and work schedules, not the injury.I had dislocated my shoulder in a fight when I was younger, and about three years after that I was doing lat pulldowns and it popped out again. I didn't go back to the gym for two years after that, bu...more
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What is the most common reason that somebody gets injured while lifting?
I believe that it's improper technique, and trying to go too heavy. People who go too heavy are not there for their own workout, but to impress the crowd.
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What is the most dangerous weightlifting exercise? Why?
Anything overhead can be dangerous, or an exercise that can injure lower back can also be dangerous, if not done properly.
OK, I took both dogs for a run today, and I clocked in at 27:07.04. That's a little less than I like to run; I like to keep it at least 30 minutes, but that's OK. I'll also do decline push-ups, and jump rope. I'm working my way up to 100 continuous reps on the rope. Right now, it's about...
Thanks Shooey.. Running is a great thing. I soooooooo havent taken it up though I've wanted to.. maybe sometime I will.. I've been working out hard and hope to see greater results.. I know the gym is a distance for you.. check out the beachbody programs from my site they are great and done at home with little or no equipment.. there is a link on my page or I'll PM you the address as well.
Hey SHOOEY.. Ive missed you!!! glad to hear your back at it.. me also.. getting my butt kicked by dvds and lovin it.. Stick with it my friend and you will love life!!! :) hope all is going well with you.. new house, job and everything.. Stay in touch!!!
