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Overall Goal: I want the body I had 15 yrs ago when I dance at my daughter's wedding in November.
Fit Status:
Just completed a 13 yr bulk up phase. Began a long cutting phase on March 1.
Motivation Level: 9/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Jim S
Sex:
Male
Age:
49
Location:
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Occupation:
Distribution Sales
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
College:
High School:
When I Started:
How I Started:
Have worked out for much of my adult life. But as the family grew, so did the responsibilities and my personal time disappeared. Most of my 30's I worked out regularly and was in the best shape of my life. Shortly after turning forty, my life went through a series of disruptions and my workouts stopped. About the same time, my body began some natural changes. My metabolism changed and I could no longer stay ahead of the weight gain.
I've been back to working out for several years now, but I have only managed to stop my body from getting worse. I havent been able to stick with the right program to get back the body I once had.
My efforts have allowed me to gain muscle and strength, but it is cover by 30% bodyfat.
But I'll never quit. I will reach my goal.
Why I Love It:
How I Stay Motivated:
That's why I'm here. The guys like me who have reached their goals, or who are reaching their goals are my motivation to work at achieving my goals.
It says that its relaxed side, but I was so tense taking this pic.
Look around. Men who would have been too embarassed to take off their shirts are posting pics showing sprouts of pubes an graphic silouettes of genitals thru their underwear. Glad I'm not like that.
I want the body I had 15 yrs ago when I dance at my daughter's wedding in November.
Goal (Long):
I once had the body that I want to have again. At 5'9 I would ideally want to weigh 172 lbs. But I really dont care what I weigh if I meet all of my bodystat goals. At 40 yrs old, I was athletic, strong and cut. I was never ripped and dont need to be. I want to have the strength and energy to do any physical activity that suits my fancy. I want to be happy to appear in public without a shirt. I have no desire to compete on stage but want to compete everyday with how I look compared to other guys. I want the neighbor women to take a second look when I'm in the yard without a shirt. I want them to wish their husbands looked as good and I want their husbands to wish the looked as good, too. MOST of all, I want the intimacy in my marriage to be as hot and plentiful as it once was. I want to look younger than my age like I did in the first half of my life. Finally, I want the self-confidence that I had when I was in good shape and lived up to my potential in every area of my life. I want everyone I come in contact with to see me as an example of what they too can achieve and not as a reminder of what they dont have.
How has bodybuilding and fitness helped and/or changed your family life?
I am not there yet. But when I was fit and strong, my self-esteem and self-confidence were always high. I performed better in every aspect of my life. I made more money cause I performed at a higher level at work. But the best result of a hot fit bod was that thye sex was great... and more frequent. Believe me, when I was buff, I was really goooood in the sack. lolI am not there yet. But when I was fit and strong, my self-esteem and self-confidence were always high. I performed better in every aspect of my life. I made more money cause I performed at a higher l...more
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Are you a parent?
Yes
How has bodybuilding and fitness helped you to be a better parent?
More energy to keep up with the kids and their activities.
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How has bodybuilding and fitness helped you in your career?
Higher self-esteem = higher self-confidence = better performanced = more money. (I'm in sales)
I wish you success as you work towards your fitness goal. You need to believe that you have the drive and determination to achieve it. I look forward to watching your progress. If there is ever anything that I can do to be of assistance please feel free to give me a yell. I would like nothing better than to see you achieve all your fitness dreams. Stay strong, focused and determined.
Remember: "You must begin to think of yourself as becoming the person you want to be."
Thank you for your kind words, and yes i am very blessed to have been given a second chance and now i am just trying to make the most of it. You can have the body of 15 yrs ago believe me when i tell you this because i am in better shape than when i was 20 and im 42! believe in yourself and let noone outwork you. Good luck!
Thanks Jim. My brother was impressive. He's no longer with us, but I'm doing my best to make him proud. Thanks again for the comments. Have a great Tuesday!
I thank you Jim.
This is also my first comment too.
I am more determined and focused since I made this profile.
If you don’t mind check on me once in a while…
THANKS again.
I am doin fine here. I have started a new program of trying to eat cleaner and hitting the gym more. changing my eating habits is not that easy, but I am doin my damnest. been workin out pretty regularily slowly since I have not been in the gym in a helluva long time. but in 1 week I lost 5 pounds so that is worth bragging about.
keep in touch
