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I've always been interested in fitness and health, but never wanted to be an athlete. In high school, the kids that took the weights class were all jocks prepping for their sport event, so I avoided that. During college, I figured out I could work out on my own. I had gained some fat weight (freshmen 20, ha ha) and wanted to improve, so I bought some basic weight equipment, and the journey began. I've been consistently involved in fitness now for 5 years, and I get better and better every year.
Why I Love It:
The results. I'm in the best shape of my life, and I want to always get better.
How I Stay Motivated:
To be able to keep up with my daughter as she grows up. Seeing continual improvements. Knowing also that I hopefully am setting a good example for my students (even though I don't teach P.E.).
BB Accomplishments:
1.49 miles in 12 minutes (basically average). Squatting 225 lbs 8 reps!
Forum Signature:
In all things give thanks to God. For I am wonderfully and fearfully made. (Psalms)
Last Updated: Jun 10, 2008 3:44pm
Progress Pictures
Mar 18, 2007
May 11, 2008
I'd like to have a 43-44" chest, but right now it's just at 41.
still working on the gut. trying to get back down to 10% bf.
I want my 27th year of life to indeed be the best year ever! I've made progress, so I hope to keep chugging along.
Goal (Long):
To make year 27 better than all previous years...
1. Increase total strength by 20%.
2. Reach and maintain a maximum 10% bodyfat.
3. Run greater than 1.75 miles in 12 minutes.
4. Complete, without assistance, 10 pullups.
What is your favorite cardiovascular exercise? Why?
Sports, such as swimming, tennis, racquetball, basketball, etc. When I can get with some people and play (for fun), that's the best type of cardio workout for me. Keeps me interested, and it doesn't seem like a chore as much as other cardio activities.Sports, such as swimming, tennis, racquetball, basketball, etc. When I can get with some people and play (for fun), that's the best type of cardio workout for me. Keeps me interested, and it doesn't s...more
- Updated Mar 28, 2008 5:26am
What is your cardio exercise plan?
When I can't find anyone to play a game with, I just run usually. Every now and then I'll put together a boot camp type cardio workout for myself, but mostly I just hop on the treadmill or hit the streets.When I can't find anyone to play a game with, I just run usually. Every now and then I'll put together a boot camp type cardio workout for myself, but mostly I just hop on the treadmill or hit the str...more
The July session started this week for me at KU. I'm taking two courses: research methods and intro to statistical analysis. Both are fun (I know, only very odd individuals ever say research and stats are "fun"). So far it's been mostly review for me. Being a debate coach, a...
thanks man :) keep makin progress and remember that there are too great pains in life...the pain of discipline and the pain of regret...I think you know which one to choose
be good
Thanks so much for your response to my blog. I really do keep motivated by seeing the successes on here. I know it is very attainable - but ONLY with consistency and positive outlook. For ONCE I would like to meet an originally planned goal!
I am always mixing up my program so it's never the same... so my body never get's use too it.
my diet is kinda clean : chicken, pasta, tuna, steaks, rice... and so on
and alot of it ! you are also looking pretty good, hows your routine and diet... you are bulking right ?
Have you heard about body flow? Its from the same people who made bodypump? Tried it wednesday. its a combination of yoga, pilates, body pump and tai chi.. I loved it SO much!!
the tri-phase is so intense. it's great because it forces you to get out of bed and get your ass in gear but it is for sure the hardest thing i've done so far. there are no excuses when you follow the program, so it really kicks your ass into high gear. i started a weight gainer last week during week 3 so hopefully by the end i will see some good results.
Have you done the BP 65 yet? Did it for the first time on saturday and it was a killer. It felt good though because I felt like I was using muscles that weren't getting used in the 64. It was fun but geesh it was hard. :s :D
thanks...it's actually my leg press stat...the gym i was at until just recently had no real equipment to make doing a squat possible(the gym was designed for ballet, and modern dancers and acting students) I really should find a way to point it out on my page. Hopefully i will have my actual squat stats up soon since my new gym is actually equipped. Other then that so far so good with the working out. How's your workout going? Take it easy!
The semester is over and went very well. I actually start back up again tomorrow. And at least your getting your phd. My plans for the summer are school, workout and work. My workouts are going great, my intensity is back up. I haven't made too much progress since my leg injury...so about the same.
nothing is impossible i have a friend same as me growing up and he bulked up huge and his arms are about 18 so i don't think 20 is to far off. thanks for the input though
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