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High school football. I wasn't very big so my Dad bought a Sears weight set, a tub of mass gainer and had me drinking orange juice with a couple of raw eggs in it (Rocky style) to put on weight and build strength.
When I went to college I didn't have a choice. I was going to have to train with weights a hell of a lot more if I was going to compete with the athletes at that level.
I joined the Navy more than 20 years ago and fitness is a big part of my job. The workouts however have been more calisthenic and cardio (run/swim) oriented for most of that time.
Fairly recently I made the switch to more of a functional strength workout program. My wife has also incorporated a cleaner, healthier diet into our programs, and it has made a difference! More energy, faster recovery and healthier than ever.
Why I Love It:
Truth be told, if I could eat ice cream while sitting on the couch and still get the same results...
However, I love being able to operate and train at a high level and this is the way to maintain that edge.
How I Stay Motivated:
My wife (Xercisegrl)!
Beyond that, the drive to excel has to come from within. The only way to continually improve is by challenging yourself physically and mentally every day.
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I'm not a bodybuilder but, I did sleep at a Holiday Inn Express last night.
Last Updated: Aug 8, 2009 4:56pm
What Diver_Dave Is Up To:
Nov 27, 2009
Diver_Daveupdated Fit Status "IMHO "all natural bber, figure or bikini competitor" should mean no silicone tits or plastic faces too."
There are two types of pain in life. The pain of discipline and the pain of regret. Which will you choose? Only time will tell...
Goal (Long):
To maximize my cardiovascular/respiratory endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power,
coordination, agility, balance, and accuracy (see the general physical skills in my workout program section for a more detailed explanation).
"Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "Holy ****! What a ride!"
Are you Phuckin' kidding me? This lady has made tremendous progress. The testing she does every three months or so isn't just a physical measuring stick but a real gut check. It's mentally demanding and you would be hard pressed to find anyone, man or woman who can compete with her in both arenas. The fact that she not only completes them but, continues to improve by leaps and bounds says her daily routine is just as demanding.
A common observation by people who spend time on military bases is the apparent lack of an effective strength and conditioning program for the majority of our Soldiers, Sailors, Marines or Airmen. Meals are typically served up in the mess hall or galley in the same manner and with the same...
OMG, good luck. I hope your dog makes it through with as little anxiety as possible. LOL about Herm. He'd probably be THE best tour guide around. And thanks :)
Pretty much anytime there isn't snow (haha). Fall is nice, weather wise. Actually, Herm would be the one to ask since he lives there. There isn't a time when there is a shortage of things to do.
Hey, Dave. Life's good and Thanksgiving was great. Now I gotta get my compound movements back on. No turkey gut for the guy. :) Enjoy the weekend, brother.
I prefer the taste of butter,too. I LOVE the taste of butter and ghee. I could cook with it EVERY meal if it weren't so fattening. I got my prep work and shopping going a little too late so I was stressed uot but got everything in under the wire. Everyone was happy. I went to bed 5 minutes after the last in law left. Wham. Before my head hit the pillow.
Dave, really appreciate you taking the time to stop by. It is much appreciated! Enjoy your weekend and hopefully you ate a little extra of the good stuff.
Both. The old best of both worlds. I do that with roast chicken, too. Cajun injector, you should Google it and get one. Great for roasts as well. Especially lean cuts like eye round that tend to get a little dry. (Splurge an get the deluxe stainless steel one, it's all of about 26 dollars and lasts forever and is dishwasher safe).
Happy Thanksgiving to you too! Turkey injected with Odo's oil, 10 grain bread butterless stuffing, Parmesan/truffle/garlic roasted mashed (no butter), Gingered pecan maple yams, Home made cherry/cranberry sauce sweetened with raw honey and asparagus polonaise made with whole wheat bread crumbs and olive oil. All my own recipes that I made up as I went along (wrote them down for posterity). :-)
