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Membership Info
Member Since: Apr 5, 2008
BodyBlog Started: Apr 9, 2008
BodySpace Profile Visits:
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Last Visit: Today, 12:47pm
Last Forum Post: Jun 19, 2009 9:21pm
Last Photo Upload: Sep 30, 2008 8:53pm
Last Profile Update: Jun 22, 2009 9:54pm
Last Blog Post: Jan 9, 2009 9:39pm

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black_socks

Overall Goal:  Conditioning done..Ribs are healed.. I'm back to lifting and trying to GROW..

Fit Status:  cleared to start working out again.. ROCKING

Motivation Level: 10/10


Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
joe, socks or daddy to my 4 kids
Sex:
Male
Age:
45
Location:
Virginia, United States
Occupation:
Software Development and Testing
Personal Website:
Gym:
YMCA
Gym Location:
in the big city
When I Started:
Nov, 2007
How I Started:
I started with 1 bar, 16 5 lbs chips, and no ideal how to workout. It was a cluster... but i quickly learned to ask, and learn i have.
Why I Love It:
It saved my life, I'm 100% convinced of that.
How I Stay Motivated:
When ever one of my 4 kids tell me I look great.. It makes my day...
BB Accomplishments:
sharing the knowledge that i've gained from friends on this site.
Forum Signature:
I listen to country music when i workout...
Last Updated: Oct 27, 2008 9:15pm

What black_socks Is Up To:
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May 30, 2007 Feb 10, 2009
Fat ASS Back at cut 2009
240 lbs - No activity to speak of - Crappy diet - 2 Packs a Day - 6-10 Beers on AVG - Felt like sheeet  This is back after a winter of focus on pullups, dead lifts and bent over rows.. I've put on some size and width. now need to drop the body fat down about 7% to see what i've made... 204 in pic.
Last Updated: Sep 19, 2008 8:18pm

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Last Updated: Oct 18, 2008 9:52pm

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Last Updated: Sep 23, 2008 8:22pm

Goals:
Main Goal:
Gain Muscle
Goal (Overall):
Conditioning done..Ribs are healed.. I'm back to lifting and trying to GROW..
Goal (Long):
I strive to live a life that is balanced and healthy.
Weight Goal:
I want to GAIN 6 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
7%
Upcoming Contest:
2009 Masters in vahginyah
Last Updated: Jun 22, 2009 9:54pm

Members That Inspire black_socks:
Kevin Mattson [ BodySpace ]
kevin is the real deal, i've been watching his progress and dedication for about a year now and he puts 100 percent of himself into what he gets. I also admire Kevin because he has his son involved in working out.. Kevin INSPIRES me... Keep it up brother!
stevep78 [ BodySpace ]
day in and day out consistency
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black_socks has answered 41 of 67 total questions.
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What is your favorite "healthy" dessert? Give the recipe if applicable.
Whey SLUDGE.. Whey with a little water, some nuts and then some blue berries.. KAH-BOOM it is so tasty.. yum yum
- Updated Nov 25, 2008 5:42pm

What are your secrets for making healthy food taste great?
Take big BITES!
- Updated Nov 25, 2008 5:42pm

Where do you find healthy recipes to try?
on BodyBuilding.com you silly person
- Updated Nov 25, 2008 5:42pm

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Last Updated: Jun 22, 2009 9:54pm

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Black Socks
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Description: Supporting the black_socks tune!
TRACE ADKINS Rough And Ready
TRACE ADKINS Rough And Ready
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Description: the man wears black socks what else needs to be said
Last Updated: Jun 27, 2008 7:19pm

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reverse hanging crunches
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Why I like this video: wow, i tried these and they are great stuff. this guy is really cool with sharing info as well.. great bro checkout his provide and other vids .. reps to stevep78
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Side Bends with a slight crunch
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Why I like this video: you want a ripped core.. well watch this. this guys is cool and works his ass off, enough said
Last Updated: Sep 25, 2008 8:56pm

Latest BodyBlog Entry (52 Posts Total)
Category: Training on Jan 9, 2009 9:39pm

yep all you fans out there looking for some new pics of my rocking bod (haha).. or them smokin socks i sport.. well check things on on Sunday PM.. that is the date when i post up some flex....

come on back you hear.. peace to you in bb.com land.


Current Supplements:
SciVation Xtend, 30 Servings, Watermelon (338.7g)
Started: May 03, 2008
Reason: taste good, and helps the recovery. I'd done some mega doses of BCAA's and have good results.....
Dymatize Elite Whey, 5 Lbs, Smooth Banana
Started: Aug 25, 2008
Reason: The bomb of whey isloates... good price point and it don't give me the craps
NOW ADAM, 120 Tablets
Started: Jan 01, 2009
Reason: cuzz the big dudes said i needed to take some V :)
Last Updated: Aug 29, 2008 9:33pm

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User Title: Regular Joe
Number Of Posts: 392 View All Posts
Posts Per Day: 0.86
Last Activity: Yesterday, 6:09pm
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Workout Program:
Monday - Chest, Abs
Tuesday - Back, Rear Delts
Wednesday - Cardio AM, ABS PM
Thursday - Shoulders, Traps
Friday - Arms
Last Updated: Apr 17, 2008 10:35am

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Hobbies:
  • Rock Climbing
  • Mountain Biking
  • Hanging with my kids
Healthy Foods:
  • Chicken, Tuna, Beans, Eggs, WHEY!
Cheat Foods:
  • Thin crust CHEESE PIZZA
Workout Music:
  • Country and Country
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Last Updated: Apr 14, 2008 8:04pm

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Last Updated: Jun 22, 2009 3:07pm

Visitor Comments (1046)
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Special Memorial Day Tribute Kevin Mattson [ View Profile ]
Yesterday, 11:43am
HAPPY 4th of JULY JOE!!! Hey I sent you a p.m. Have a awesome & safe weekend bro!!!
linamtnez [ View Profile ]
Jun 19, 2009 11:26pm
Thanks dear... hope everything is going well up there for you and yours. Write you more later... miss u... :)
Nationals 4th place yakabebe [ View Profile ]
Jun 14, 2009 8:29pm
Wow...just saw your comment - better late than never!!! Only about a year late Thanx. Where you from? Bob
A bit tired from work last night Fleettechrob [ View Profile ]
Jun 8, 2009 8:05am
Hey Joe, Happen to run across your profile. You have done some great work!! Your a good role model for your kids too. Keep up the good work!
linamtnez [ View Profile ]
Jun 6, 2009 11:09pm
...cardio is fighting the bubble... lol... how is everything going up there, J? How r the kids and all? how many days are u able to hit the gym under ur new schedule? many questions... write u more later... xoxo
Diver_Dave [ View Profile ]
Jun 6, 2009 12:57pm
Glad to see you've recovered. The running is coming along. I forgot how much I dislike LSD. My deadlift, cleans and pull-ups are suffering right now because of a rotator cuff and bicep tear. Don't let the bastards wear you down right? How's the swimming coming along?
Diver_Dave [ View Profile ]
May 31, 2009 10:26pm
Hey Joe. Long time since we've spoke. How are things going?
linamtnez [ View Profile ]
May 30, 2009 1:01am
... and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you Joe!!!
linamtnez [ View Profile ]
May 30, 2009 1:00am
....HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
linamtnez [ View Profile ]
May 30, 2009 12:59am
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! XOXO
Rockin'! KLTexas [ View Profile ]
May 28, 2009 11:37am
Why thank you Joe! And it's always good to hear from you-are your kids ready for summer?? Mine got out of school today :)
B4 & AFTER VP4sports [ View Profile ]
May 23, 2009 8:27am
Glad to read you are back at it! I'm sure you will achieve big stff. Wish you the best. CV
Rockin'! KLTexas [ View Profile ]
May 22, 2009 6:09pm
Hey Joe! Long time no talk..I'm glad to hear you're on the mend & feeling the groove!~ Keep in touch bud!
startin to develop slowly but surely. A True Work PaBuilder [ View Profile ]
May 14, 2009 6:48pm
hey guy how have you been? I have not heard from you in a long time. is the family doin good? stay focused guy.
The rock in Iroc Irocalex [ View Profile ]
May 10, 2009 12:43pm
Glad to hear your back! I'm in the middle of a cut right now so hopefully I will look the way I want, only 7 weeks left.
Special Memorial Day Tribute Kevin Mattson [ View Profile ]
May 9, 2009 7:03am
Hey GOOD 2 hear yer back Joe!!! I am glad everything healed well... Yea, get good form with yer conditioning, so ya can hit it hard & safe on the BIG STUFF!!! Take it easy bro!!!
linamtnez [ View Profile ]
May 8, 2009 10:46pm
wow... really!???... happy knowing you are back... oh, tell me... with your black socks on, right???
stevep78 [ View Profile ]
May 8, 2009 10:37pm
great bro, thats good to hear, are you nervous at all? that was an insane accident.. Steve..thnks also..
linamtnez [ View Profile ]
May 5, 2009 10:47am
need you back into the gym.. i dont like these movitation bars on the down side...
Special Memorial Day Tribute Kevin Mattson [ View Profile ]
May 1, 2009 6:52pm
Hey Joe...how r ya doin bro? Is everything healin up good. Well, I was thinkin bout' ya my black socks brother! I pray & hope ya recover soon, & get back to doin what ya enjoy! Take care bro!
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