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Member Since: Sep 25, 2006
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Last Forum Post: Dec 17, 2007 9:10am
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Last Profile Update: May 24, 2008 7:59am
Last Blog Post: Dec 8, 2008 1:38pm

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jcuiccio

Overall Goal:  Improve body proportion and composition.

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Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Joseph
Sex:
Male
Age:
41
Location:
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Occupation:
Photographer & Digital Artist
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When I Started:
Jun, 1982
How I Started:
I got my first weight set at age 14 and continued lifting for 2 solid years. And yet despite not knowing much about proper training and even less about nutrition, I managed to build a decent foundation of muscle size going from 130 lbs to 160 lbs in that time although I was pretty smooth at about 16% bf. I admit I didn’t train my legs or abs with nearly as much enthusiasm as my upper body – something I regret today as I’m trying very hard to bring those weak points up to par. But I looked good in a tank top, which is all I really cared about at 16! Then I discovered partying and girls and there went my desire to train. But over the years I'd get the urge to start lifting again..usually just for summer - tank top weather. Then come fall I'd quit again. This on and off pattern has persisted for over 20 years. But then in January of 2006, I hit an all time low. I hadn't trained in several years and was the fattest I'd ever been at about 185 lbs and around 22% bf. I vowed to myself that I'd start training again..but the right way. No slacking, eating squeaky clean, etc. So at 39 after about 18 months of solid hard work, I'm in the best shape of my life and only looking to improve. No drugs..no shortcuts...just consistent hard work and unshakable discipline is all you need to get the body you want.
Why I Love It:
You just feel so much better both physically and mentally. I have more energy and the sense of accomplishment as well as a boost in self confidence is well worth the effort.
How I Stay Motivated:
Setting short term goals and doing what you have to to reach them works for me. It's so exciting and rewarding to set a goal and reach it. You just can't wait to start working towards the next one. Pretty soon you have a nice collection of them under your belt and you're getting closer to what you envision looking like - you realize this really works!
BB Accomplishments:
Nothing in terms of competition. But as for personal goal setting, I'm the leanest I've ever been at about 8.8% BF. My goal is to get to 6% and perhaps even lower. But I must remember...baby steps!
Forum Signature:
I don't care how much I can bench. All I care about is how much I LOOK like I can bench ;)
Last Updated: Mar 10, 2008 12:39pm

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Sep 6, 2005 Jul 14, 2007
Baaaaaaad Shape! Vacation Pic 3
I wish I had a shirtless before picture of me when I was in my worst shape but I can't seem to find any. I did find this shot though taken in September of 2005. You can tell by just looking at my face I was way heavier than I should be at 185 lbs. I had the beginnings of a double chin and my neck ha ...
I see I need to beef up my chest a bit more to compete with my arm and delt development. My chest has always been a weak point.
Last Updated: Sep 24, 2007 8:12am

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Last Updated: Feb 1, 2008 7:48pm

Goals:
Main Goal:
Transform My Body
Goal (Overall):
Improve body proportion and composition.
Goal (Long):
I'm not really looking to put on any major size. I've had a few injuries over the years which now prevent me from doing many of the size building power movements like squats, deads, cleans, etc. So my main goal now is to improve my body compostion and get my upper and lower body in proportion, particularly my calves which are pretty weak. Abs need a lot more work as well. Adding a few more pounds of lean muscle would be nice but I'd like to really lean out and just look harder. Harder meaning improved muscle density, better muscle separation, striations, sculpted!
Weight Goal:
I want to GAIN 5 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
6%
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Last Updated: May 24, 2008 7:59am

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What supplements do you take immediately after your workout? Why?
I have my Biotest Surge shake. It's the best recovery drink I know of. After a tough workout, your body is in a state of catabolism. Your cortisol levels are up and that's bad. Your glycogen levels ar...more
- Updated Feb 4, 2008 6:23pm

Do you currently have a workout partner?
No
- Updated Feb 2, 2008 2:09pm

Do you sometimes use a protein powder?
Yes
What is your favorite protein powder?
Currently Oryx Goat Whey
- Updated Feb 2, 2008 2:09pm

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Last Updated: May 24, 2008 7:59am

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Last Updated: Feb 3, 2008 8:47am

Favorite Bodybuilding And Fitness Videos
"Brutal" Bertil Fox benchpress
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Why I like this video: This is why I'd love 2 training partners!
Quick posing clip
Quick posing clip
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Why I like this video: Just a quick clip of me posing after a workout.
Ryan Kennelly - 405x20 Bench
Ryan Kennelly - 405x20 Bench
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Why I like this video: Do I really need to explain?!?! Holy ****!
Play this video single side lateral raise Played: 102
Last Updated: Feb 3, 2008 8:47am

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Current Supplements:
Biotest Surge
Biotest Surge

Started: Feb 01, 2007
Reason: I have just recently become aware of the importance of nutrient timing. Surge is an...
Biotest Flameout
Biotest Flameout

Started: Feb 18, 2007
Reason: EFA's or essential fatty acids are extremely important for any serious athelete. They reduce...
Ultimate Nutrition Horse Power, 1000 Grams, Fruit Punch
Started: Sep 02, 2007
Reason: I stopped taking creatine monohydrate because recent blood tests indicated that my kidney and...
Last Updated: Sep 30, 2007 8:26am

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I don’t go too overboard on supplements. I try to rely on eating whole foods for the most part. Whole meaning as close to nature intended with as little processing as possible. I take a daily multi vitamin/mineral just for insurance. I also drink a lot of...
Last Updated: Feb 2, 2008 8:44am

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Hobbies:
  • Chess
  • Digital Art and Photography
  • Biking
Magazines:
  • Ironman
Healthy Foods:
  • Grass-fed beef
  • Wild Atlantic Salmon
  • Omega 3 cage-free eggs
Fitness Books:
  • Nutrition Timing by John Ivy and Robert Portman
  • Precision Nutrition Program by John Berardi
  • Ripped 3: The Recipes, The Routines, The Reasons by Clarence Bass
Last Updated: Aug 21, 2007 3:46pm

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Cardio Sweat Baby! dsegersmusicman [ View Profile ]
Nov 22, 2009 4:01am
HEY JOE, HOPE YOUR STILL TRAINING HARD TO KEEP THAT OUTSTANDING PHYSIQUE!! YOU ARE A ROLE MODEL STANDARD FOR ME. UPDATE US SOON BRO & YOU "REALLY" SHOULD COMPETE!!! BLESSINGS, DAVE.
What up?!! VillainChien [ View Profile ]
Nov 15, 2009 8:25am
Hey, man. You are one of the most dedicated athletes on the site with a phenomenal physique to testify to your dedication. How is your training coming along. No new pics for over a year, I see. Cheers! ViCh
On the road on a 1/2 marathon stachedwalker [ View Profile ]
Oct 18, 2009 5:19pm
hey Joe! What's going on in your world these days?
BiggMan77 [ View Profile ]
Aug 28, 2009 4:26am
Good work man.. looking jacked
Upload your profile picture! mounace120 [ View Profile ]
Jul 27, 2009 8:33am
Hi Dear, I am a lady, my name is mounace i found your profile today in bodyspace.bodybuilding.com and become intrested in you, i will like us to be friends, please send your email address to my email box (mounacelove@yahoo.com.hk)so that i will send my picture to you and tell you more about me. i wait your email, thanks Please write on my private e-mail: mounacelove@yahoo.com.hk.
Blue forearm flex duncanrussell [ View Profile ]
May 15, 2009 3:13pm
WOW your lookin awsome man! especialy your arms and delts
Enjoying time off smariejohnson [ View Profile ]
May 14, 2009 8:24am
Amazing photos. You look great!
cant work the guns enough myboysrock3 [ View Profile ]
Apr 26, 2009 7:23am
looking jacked as ever man--how's training going for you?
Side WordWarrior [ View Profile ]
Apr 20, 2009 12:36pm
Great work on the physique man. Keep it up. Good luck with your goals in the future.
Me While I Was Letting Myself Go dave48326 [ View Profile ]
Apr 16, 2009 8:18am
Hey Bro, You've done a GREAT job with your physique and your pics are very motivational to me! Keep up your good work!
in school(im in the center) abdin_ho [ View Profile ]
Mar 27, 2009 10:15am
hello sir
in school(im in the center) abdin_ho [ View Profile ]
Mar 7, 2009 6:18am
is a great body nice physical sir
andrea62 [ View Profile ]
Feb 25, 2009 6:41pm
Your arms and shoulders are incredible - well the rest looks good too but I love those shoulders. Keep up the good work.
Overhead Sword KnowstheSky [ View Profile ]
Jan 21, 2009 10:27am
Hey J, how goes the training? Will we see u competing this season?
Side Chest 265.5 lbs Offseason MoreMsclXXL [ View Profile ]
Jan 14, 2009 9:16pm
Hey, looks like your making good progress!! Keep up the good work! What are your fitness goals for this year?
Upload your profile picture! roma1971 [ View Profile ]
Dec 30, 2008 3:05pm
Dude...I am where you were in 2005...How did you start to get into shape?? I feel miserable about how I look any help. Thanks Tim
massbuildah [ View Profile ]
Dec 14, 2008 8:50pm
Nice work man, good motivation for everyone!
mcdubz02 [ View Profile ]
Nov 6, 2008 7:33pm
good stuff brotha! I hope I look like that in 20 years, I mean that respectfully.
Side @ 193lbs vp63 [ View Profile ]
Oct 30, 2008 8:47am
Great job, Staying in shape (15yrs - ?)has been a lifetime for you, maybe a slight hickup but your -- still working out. I'm impressed. I never knew you could workout and gain weight till way way way after school. Great life work, keep on forever.
Upload your profile picture! user894894389348904 [ View Profile ]
Oct 23, 2008 6:10pm
wow brotha! very solid looking.You look more like 200+ not 158!!!
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