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Member Since: May 19, 2007
BodyBlog Started: May 23, 2007
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harddeck242

Overall Goal:  Solid diet and intensely focused movement. Back to the weights and keep up with goals. Review, revise, reward!

Fit Status:  Spin this morning, 680 cals gone. Just like that.

Motivation Level: 10/10


Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Matt Hardesty
Sex:
Male
Age:
39
Location:
Sydney, NSW, Australia
Occupation:
Customs Broker
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
InShape Health Clubs
182-184 Bourke Rd
Alexandria
Australia
College:
High School:
William Henry Harrison High Sch
Attended 1984 to 1988
Evansville, Indiana
United States
When I Started:
Aug, 2006
How I Started:
Early 2006 I weighed about 210 lbs and was extremely unhappy. Luckily my friend bugged me to go to a boxing class and when i finally did, it was the beginning of something special.
Why I Love It:
Bodybuilding has put me on a path in life i'd NEVER thought possible. I see things more clearly... I know what it's like to push myself to the limits. It's taught me that it's a simple equation.... fat or strong is not a FEELING - it's a result of either doing the wrong things or pushing yourself to the edge. Your choice.
How I Stay Motivated:
2 things: 1. I see people walking around who clearly have no idea of the power they hold inside or how to tap into it. I want to help people discover that and feel as strong as they can. 2. I want to be that guy. That guy that everybody looks at and asks "How does he do it?"
BB Accomplishments:
Aug10 Sydney City2Surf - 14 k in 79 minutes.
Forum Signature:
Believe while others are doubting, begin while others are procrastinating, work while others are wishing, Persist while others are quitting!
Last Updated: Sep 2, 2009 7:34pm

What harddeck242 Is Up To:
Oct 29, 2009
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harddeck242 updated Fit Status "Spin this morning, 680 cals gone. Just like that."
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Jul 15, 2006 Dec 20, 2008
BEFORE! Front left bi
My wife took this when i wasn't looking-of course i was pissed off when i saw it but the truth hurts and it was exactly what i needed to get my ass in gear!
1 month back after 5 month break
Last Updated: Dec 23, 2008 2:25am

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Last Updated: Oct 15, 2009 4:50pm

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Last Updated: Jan 10, 2008 6:56pm

Goals:
Main Goal:
Gain Muscle
Goal (Overall):
Solid diet and intensely focused movement. Back to the weights and keep up with goals. Review, revise, reward!
Goal (Long):
By Jan 15 '09 : 85 cm waist by Dec15 '09 through diet and continued strength training; 2 sets of 8 x 80kg squats by Jan 15 '10 10 x 30kg preacher curl (Did it!) 2 sets of 8 pullups by Jan 1st '10 5k run in 22 minutes by Dec 15 '09
Weight Goal:
I want to GAIN 2 kg
Bodyfat Goal:
13%
Upcoming Contest:
Last Updated: Oct 29, 2009 5:39pm

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Fleettechrob [ BodySpace ]
Just look at the man!
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Just a hard mofo. I like someone who says "Don't tell me I can't do something". Kick ass
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How many reps per set do you usually do? Why?
12-15
I feel if I can do 4 sets of 12 and fail at the end then that will make me want to push out 4 complete sets of 15-12. I want endurance not massive bulk.
- Updated Oct 15, 2009 3:37pm

How long do you rest between sets on average? Why?
I like 90 seconds to recover however if it's a big day I'm happy with 1 minute. If I can build my recovery to the extent that I can get fully ready for the next set in a minute then that's perfect. T...more
- Updated Oct 15, 2009 3:37pm

Where do you mainly workout?
Gym
Why? What are the pros and cons of working out there?
Pros: I need like-minded people around me. Call that weak but it's a short-coming that I know I have to overcome.
If I see someone curling 17.5kgs then I want to be better than that guy. It drives me...more
- Updated Oct 15, 2009 3:35pm

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Category: Training on Oct 15, 2009 11:49pm

OMG this is exactly what I've been waiting for.  Hammered my back and chest yesterday and my back feels like it's about to fall off.

BB rows, 1-arm dumbbell rows, lat pulldowns, hammer pulldowns, with a deadlift finisher.  Love it!


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Dymatize Elite Whey Protein Isolate, 10 Lbs, Gourmet Vanilla
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  • chilli chicken breast with Brown rice salad
  • plain yoghurt with nuts and seeds!
  • roiboos tea with vanilla
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  • Big fat double shot capuccino with one sugar!
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about to make breakfast Fleettechrob [ View Profile ]
Oct 10, 2009 11:37am
Hey Matt, Hows it going? Still working it hard? I'm having a hard time getting to the gym..We have a rental that was trashed and needs our attention. I can't wait to get back on a regular schedule! Keep up the good work!
Front view relax Growing-up [ View Profile ]
Oct 4, 2009 4:06pm
:( In the end did not compete, that day the son of my best school yard friend was born, so it was just a matter priorities, I'm ready and already bought the participation for the Leonística (Lion's club) of Guadalupe, which is one of the few I do every year.
Front view relax Growing-up [ View Profile ]
Sep 19, 2009 7:23am
Hey Mat what's up? Next Sunday I will be running the 10km race of the Odontologists, this is a quite fast race. What is going on in your side of the world?
Front view relax Growing-up [ View Profile ]
Aug 3, 2009 7:29pm
Matt, good to read about your different progress in the progress and goals section, Keep in touch keep training smart. Next stop for me is this coming Reto Powerade ;)
Front view relax Growing-up [ View Profile ]
May 13, 2009 10:05pm
Doing much better, next Sunday I will be in an event that is only 10km but up hill; it is going to be a lot of fun.
Front view relax Growing-up [ View Profile ]
May 2, 2009 5:58pm
Matt, how's training? Don't loose your path. Keep training smart.
Atitude Adjustment Alex150 [ View Profile ]
Apr 23, 2009 9:06pm
my friend..u know its nothing to it for u..esp once u put ur mind to it!
about to make breakfast Fleettechrob [ View Profile ]
Apr 21, 2009 9:40am
Hey Matt, Thanks for the add! Man, you have made some good progress since 2006. Looking really fit. Hang in there, best to get it done before you get my age. Things do not happen to quickly, at least not for me they don't!
Atitude Adjustment Alex150 [ View Profile ]
Apr 17, 2009 1:23pm
Hey you...how r things going?? just stopping by to say hi to old friends...
Face & Body Shot II BrandyTKO [ View Profile ]
Apr 10, 2009 12:00pm
Check out Shugyo...new challenge is up!
Atitude Adjustment Alex150 [ View Profile ]
Feb 13, 2009 6:48pm
Hey Matt..sending u some love and hoping that all is ok where u r at! Hit me back, I wanna know u r ok!
Front view relax Growing-up [ View Profile ]
Feb 11, 2009 7:11pm
Matt, worried about what is happening in your country, hope that you and the loved ones are out of harm's way. Keep in touch, keep training smart.
Dress first time in a long time missflexgr [ View Profile ]
Jan 30, 2009 9:51pm
yeah that knee thing was horrible glad u know where im comming from, Im currently looking for better running shoes cause the ones i have now are kicking in planters ficitis ever how u spell it and once the heat kicks in i can start running out side too!!!!!!
Dress first time in a long time missflexgr [ View Profile ]
Jan 30, 2009 5:46am
lol to slack huh its all good we alll have our lazy days or two or three lol
Dress first time in a long time missflexgr [ View Profile ]
Jan 29, 2009 12:33am
look at u keep it going steady and strong proud of u
Me gut n chest lol. daman1985 [ View Profile ]
Jan 23, 2009 5:06pm
hey bro how u been man??
Atitude Adjustment Alex150 [ View Profile ]
Jan 18, 2009 10:03am
How are things sweetie!
Side view LiftHeavyStuff [ View Profile ]
Jan 10, 2009 7:04am
That sounds awesome.. glad you are taking to leg work... I hope to try that as well.. have a great weekend...
Side view LiftHeavyStuff [ View Profile ]
Jan 9, 2009 7:25pm
Hey Matt.. How the 20's going.. making progress? hope all is well..
Front view relax Growing-up [ View Profile ]
Jan 9, 2009 5:40pm
Thank you, but the situation in the area of the epicentre is still not nice affecting of course the most needed people, it will take some time to recover the area. Costa Rica is a nice country but from time to time we get this reminders that we are a new country geologicaly speaking as well.
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