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Overall Goal: My bulk was successful but left me with some fat to burn. My newest short term goal is to get back to around 10% bodyfat by February. This should be relatively easy, with no 'crash-diet' tactics.
Fit Status:
Finally did it! Hit my 200lb goal...while cutting from 197, LOL. I hope to keep gaining during this cut rather than lose.
Motivation Level: 10/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
George
Sex:
Male
Age:
31
Location:
Massachusetts, United States
Occupation:
Snake Oil Peddler
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
Boston Sports Club 695 Atlantic Ave 617-428-3622 Boston, MA United States
College:
High School:
When I Started:
Sep, 2008
How I Started:
I had made a goal to get a 6-pack by the end of the summer 2008, and I failed miserably because of my approach. Mainly it was because I was starving my muscles though I did have solid gym routines to my credit. I was eating about 2 meals a day, mostly green salads for lunch and a small dinner. This lead to very minor gains. In September 2008, I decided to read about it rather than going by what I thought I knew, starting with Bodybuilding 101 by Robert Wolff, and realized what a moron I had been. I have read much more since from a variety of authors, bloggers, articles, and forum posters and have come to appreciate what a science bodybuilding really is.
Why I Love It:
I guess most American men from my generation were taught from childhood that heroic men were muscular and huge. I grew up idolizing Arnold Schwarzenegger, Stalone, He-Man, WWF wrestlers. Heck, even Lionel of the Thundercats was diesel. So I guess I always wanted to emulate them. Childhood dreams aside, I really enjoy the pursuit of this ideal of the 'perfect' physique. It is extremely challenging and takes dedication and a level of discipline that exceeds most other sports. While there is no agreement on what 'perfect' means (I found Shawn Ray's physique perfect to the contrary of Mr. Olympia judges) striving to max my own genetic potential is the goal. If I were abducted by aliens, I want them to exclaim, "Now that is a damn great specimen!"
How I Stay Motivated:
I have natural bodybuilding rolemodels that I strive to be like such as Boyer Coe, Franco Columbu, and Stan McQuay. These guys epitomize what is possible through hard work and dedication.
Bostongeorge617updated Fit Status "Finally did it! Hit my 200lb goal...while cutting from 197, LOL. I hope to keep gaining during this cut rather than lose."
Not much to see here. Again, just starting to go to the gym, with poor diet habits (about a 1,000 calorie-2 meal-per-day diet!) and a I-know-what-I'm-doing attitude. 175 lbs.
They look kind of freaky here, like implants. I like it. Been hitting them once per week, hard and heavy.
My bulk was successful but left me with some fat to burn. My newest short term goal is to get back to around 10% bodyfat by February. This should be relatively easy, with no 'crash-diet' tactics.
Goal (Long):
This is what I told someone: "You know that feeling of elation and achievement you get when you study hard and ace that test? Well I get that feeling several times a week."
I find the numbers in my lifting log improving, I see visible progress in the mirror and on the scale, and am achieving realistic short-term goals. My long term goal is to keep progressing as long as I'm able.
His level of development is admirable and so much further than mine. I can see certain similarities between our genetics which is additionally inspiring; I see what great things lie in store for me if I continue working hard and stay disciplined.
Mind-blowing physique that he has continued to improve over the years as you follow the progress pics. Some people get to a point where they are well-built and then they just maintain. Not so here. Very inspirational.
So far so good. I have lost only 1 pound during this cut, which is good because I do not want to lose it rapidly at the expense of muscle. Hopefully, I can gain that pound back with muscle weight. My abs are beginning to show a little bit when flexed and the obliques have receded to a...
