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Overall Goal: I'm trying to compete in July in my first BB contest
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Motivation Level: 9/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Dan
Sex:
Male
Age:
21
Location:
Massachusetts, United States
Occupation:
student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
College:
High School:
When I Started:
Jun, 2004
How I Started:
I first started working out when I played football my sophmore year in high school. I was really out of shape, and football got me into okay shape. I decided to quit football after junior year, so I started getting fat again. I was about pudgy 245 lbs, but that all changed when I went on the "Abs Diet" at the end of Junior year. In 6 weeks I lost 40 lbs, by just eating right and hitting the gym. So from then on I pretty much just focused on keeping myself trim and fit, not really focusing on size. I also did boxing last year, which helped me stay toned. Then a couple months ago(July 07') I saw "Pumping Iron" and read Arnold Swarzenegger's Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding, and decided that I wanted to start Bodybuilding.
Why I Love It:
I love the pump you get after you have just trained a muscle, and I love seeing the results of a great workout routine. I love getting compliments from people who haven't seen you in months and they see a huge improvement.
How I Stay Motivated:
I just think of all the people that used to make fun of me because I was fat and out of shape. And of course I do it for the ladies haha. But I think the biggest motivation is the desire to better myself, and to reach my goals.
BB Accomplishments:
Losing weight and keeping off the freshman 15.
Forum Signature:
"The best things for your health are pumping and humping."
I've decided to compete in my first competition in about 1 year, and I am psyched. I almost wish I could fastforward to the competition, but that would mean missing all of the fun of training. Starting tomorrow, I will increase my caloric intake to go into a mass gaining phase. I think...
Mondays and Thursdays: Chest and Back
Bench press: 8-12 reps, 5 sets
Incline press: 8-12 reps, 5 sets
Pullovers: 8-12 reps, 5 sets
Bent-over rows: 8-12 reps, 5 sets
Chin-ups: 50 reps
Deadlifts: 1 set of 10, 1 set of 6, 1 set of 4
Tuesdays and Fridays: Shoulders and Arms
Barbell Clean...
I wanted to go last year but couldn't, so I made plans then to try and make it this year :) I was there for a very short time due to expenses but it was a nice trip - I think you would enjoy it too!
Thank you so much for the friendship invite Dan, I appreciate it. I couldn't help but notice your height - I am 6'1" without shoes, and 6'7" with the heels, lol. Best wishes to you on your first competition
