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Membership Info
Member Since: Dec 20, 2008
BodyBlog Started: Jul 25, 2009
BodySpace Profile Visits:
  • Last 24 Hours: 3
  • Last 7 Days: 19
  • Overall: 1,133
Forum Posts: 18
BodyBlog Entries: 1
Comments to Others: 77
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Last Visit: Nov 8, 2009 12:45pm
Last Forum Post: Never
Last Photo Upload: Sep 15, 2009 5:11am
Last Profile Update: Nov 8, 2009 12:42pm
Last Blog Post: Jul 25, 2009 2:51pm

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gravitas08

Overall Goal:  To go from "yuk" to "YUMMY!!!"

Fit Status:  Ate like a mad man this weekend. Back to business!!!!

Motivation Level: 10/10


Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
David
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When I Started:
Oct, 2008
How I Started:
I weight trained in high school and college, but I never got serious until after college graduation and joined the Army "errrhemm" years ago.
Why I Love It:
How I Stay Motivated:
My Lord and Saviour...
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But, in the unlikely story that is America there's never been anything false about hope. -Barack Obama
Last Updated: Sep 21, 2009 12:03pm

What gravitas08 Is Up To:
Oct 3, 2009
gravitas08 is inspired by GOGOGTO. Reason: "The proof is right there. "
Sep 29, 2009
gravitas08 updated Fit Status "Ate like a mad man this weekend. Back to business!!!!"
Sep 28, 2009
gravitas08 is inspired by JoshBme. Reason: "Josh takes fitness to a whole new level. "
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Oct 23, 2008 Aug 29, 2009
The day I got back to work. Front 188 Just shaved.  :)
My weight that day was 205 lbs.
188 pounds!
Last Updated: Sep 1, 2009 1:35pm

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Last Updated: Sep 29, 2009 1:40pm

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Last Updated: Sep 29, 2009 1:40pm

Goals:
Main Goal:
Transform My Body
Goal (Overall):
To go from "yuk" to "YUMMY!!!"
Goal (Long):
I want to get leaner with more muscle tone and keep it. ...lower my blood pressure and cholesterol levels. 185 pounds!!!!!
Weight Goal:
I want to LOSE 15 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
10%
Upcoming Contest:
Last Updated: Aug 27, 2009 1:46pm

Members That Inspire gravitas08:
JoshBme [ BodySpace ]
Josh takes fitness to a whole new level.
GOGOGTO [ BodySpace ]
The proof is right there.
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What do you do before your workout to get motivated and energized?
Listen to music and sip a whey protein drink.
- Updated Jul 4, 2009 8:48am

Are you a parent?
Yes
How has bodybuilding and fitness helped you to be a better parent?
Yes. I can chase my three year old boy and be more patient with my ten year old little girl.
- Updated Jul 4, 2009 8:48am

How has bodybuilding and fitness helped and/or changed your family life?
My health is a whole hell of a lot better.
- Updated Jul 4, 2009 8:47am

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Last Updated: Aug 27, 2009 1:46pm

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Last Updated: Jul 30, 2009 12:07pm

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Gregg Valentino in a diner EXPELLING THE MYTHS
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Why I like this video: This cat speaks the truth! Watch it, then go to the gym. Pay attention to your own workout but take a look around during your rest periods.
Talib Kweli - Get By
Talib Kweli - Get By
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Why I like this video: Talib Kweli's music gets me through cardio... :)
Last Updated: Jul 30, 2009 12:07pm

Latest BodyBlog Entry (1 Posts Total)
Category: Training on Jul 25, 2009 2:51pm

Well. For 12 weeks I ate cleanly but ate A LOT. My macros were based on my starting weight of 205 lbs., and a lot of it was a fat. During that 12 week period my daily protein count was 300 grams per day. My carb count was 375 grams per day. I kept fat to a bare minimum at approximately 0-12...


Current Supplements:
Optimum 100% Whey Protein, 10 Lbs., Double Rich Chocolate
Started: Mar 02, 2009
Reason: Quick to the system... 2 scoops mid morning... 2 scoops pre-workout... 3 scoops post workout
BSN NO-Xplode, 2.25 Lbs., Fruit Punch
Started: Jul 13, 2009
Reason: I wasn't a believer at first, but I tried it anyway... This stuff is the truth! 2 scoops...
Protein Factory Oat Muscle, 3 Lbs.
Started: Jul 13, 2009
Reason: I was never a big fan of carbs until using this stuff. For me, the key to lean hard mass is...
Last Updated: Jul 23, 2009 9:18am

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Workout Program:
Monday-chest, tris and calves
Tuesday-back and bis
Wednesday-quads (squats, extensions and leg press)
Thursday- cardio and stretching
Friday- 300 workout
Saturday-rest
Sunday-rest
Last Updated: Aug 20, 2009 1:33pm

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  • Black Enterprise
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Healthy Foods:
  • Egg Whites
  • Chicken
  • Tuna
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  • Cheeseburgers!!!!!!!!
Fitness Books:
  • The Encyclopedia of Bodybuilding
Workout Music:
  • Gospel
  • Neo-Soul
  • Jay-Z, The Roots, Common, Mos Def, Talib Kweli and Lenny Kravitz
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Last Updated: Sep 4, 2009 6:19pm

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Visitor Comments (77)
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CIROCodile DUNDEE.... one9one4 [ View Profile ]
Oct 23, 2009 10:51am
Super Dad! how things going homie?
Post Workout Sunday! Working on diet this week! spring85sigma [ View Profile ]
Oct 7, 2009 8:09am
Not a problem sir. Great to see people reach their goals. Good luck with the bulking. My butt is getting too old to do that. LOL! I'm still trying to remove a bit of fat from my back and chest. Keep up the good work!
Post Workout Sunday! Working on diet this week! spring85sigma [ View Profile ]
Oct 6, 2009 2:03pm
Looking great sir! Outstanding progress! Keep up the hard work!
Lostsurf2k3 [ View Profile ]
Oct 2, 2009 3:34pm
Thanks man. Appreciate it. Can't wait to bulk again though!
CIROCodile DUNDEE.... one9one4 [ View Profile ]
Sep 29, 2009 9:40pm
I can understand that be strong homie. You are Superdad no worries I will keep the family in the prayers. On my end everything is cool.....im just living life so I can't/won't complain you know.
CIROCodile DUNDEE.... one9one4 [ View Profile ]
Sep 28, 2009 8:43am
Stopping through seeing how you doing Big homie. Hows the fam and all. I see you putting in work with training so no need to ask about that!
This is D-Cent [ View Profile ]
Sep 23, 2009 9:45pm
My master plan is coming together bro. I am losing weight like it is nobdy business and I am starting to make a ton of money trading the forex. It is good that you are looking into the forex market. It is a well kept secret to getting rich. The women are starting to smell the money.
Front side.. symetry coming! JazzyS [ View Profile ]
Sep 16, 2009 7:35pm
Yes of course I get the your words! However ..you know if I ever decide to compete... that may be a problem.. get my drift?! lol Anywho.. keep it up Handsome... lookin oh sooo lean!! Jazzy:)
Front side.. symetry coming! JazzyS [ View Profile ]
Sep 16, 2009 2:02pm
Solid Avi! Do your thang! Lookin great.. keeep pushin and hitting it hard! Jazzy:)
LadyFirefighter [ View Profile ]
Sep 14, 2009 5:57am
hell no...and hell with KBR...lol! Thanks for the compliments
LadyFirefighter [ View Profile ]
Sep 14, 2009 12:11am
thanks for the comment & rating...your transformation is AMAZING! -Brittnie
skjlaw [ View Profile ]
Sep 13, 2009 7:35am
Your pictures look awesome, it looks like you have been working hard.
Side chest irav1968 [ View Profile ]
Sep 8, 2009 6:29pm
What's good man? Just passing through man. Hope all is well. Still trying to train hard. Talk later. Ira
Front side.. symetry coming! JazzyS [ View Profile ]
Sep 3, 2009 8:49pm
D.. thanks for the Love and encouragemnet. Come on now.. No booty shots?!? lol... Ill try to behave.. LOL. Have a fabulous weekend Mr. Lean! Jazzy:)
CIROCodile DUNDEE.... one9one4 [ View Profile ]
Aug 31, 2009 9:15am
Nah,no need to be jealous Big homie im just trying to enjoy life and be happy ...just trying to make it to your level David I want the super DAD status!
CIROCodile DUNDEE.... one9one4 [ View Profile ]
Aug 31, 2009 8:54am
Def not a problem homie...Training is going pretty good actually on my end. Doing this two-A-day thing with like an hour of cardio in the morning then hit the weights when i get off from work. Trying to get ready for the Bahama's headed there for the labor day weekend.
Side chest irav1968 [ View Profile ]
Aug 31, 2009 3:27am
What's up trainer? Man, talk about keeping folks inspired! Continued success to you....outstanding job. IRa
CIROCodile DUNDEE.... one9one4 [ View Profile ]
Aug 30, 2009 2:16am
David....may not mean to much but pretty proud of you big homie. You doing your thing. Congrats with the progress! Thanks for the advice and motivation hope the FAm is well and mos def keep doing your thing!
kizmvp [ View Profile ]
Aug 29, 2009 6:56pm
Hey, hows training been?
garymiller [ View Profile ]
Aug 29, 2009 6:49am
great job on the progress pics. i just started a 16 wk program. one wk after my 50th birthday. i have a very long way to go. my wife works at a fitness center, my daugther played division 1 volleyball and boyfriend plays for the chicago bulls, guess i need to try and keep up with the family. take care
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