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When I was about 5 or 6 years old, my dad was into body building and had a home gym in our damp basement. He built his own bench and had a Sears cable system. I started playing with his weights then. OK, so I seriously started guided weight lifting when I was 11 years old, but I like to think of dad's little gym as my true foundation for the love of all things fitness.
Why I Love It:
Why not?
How I Stay Motivated:
I'm getting older now, so my motivation is more about adding to the quality of my life.
BB Accomplishments:
I was a fat 216 pounds at 24 yrs old, dropped down to 185 @ the rate of 5 lbs/week, and then I spend the next 8 years working to build muscle up to 235 lbs(6'0" tall).
Forum Signature:
"Fitness, health and exercise by nature needs to be designed or better said, organically cultivated such that it adds value to your life in terms of general health, activities, stress management, appearance and yes, sexuality." by John Davies of Renegade Training www.renegadetraining.com
Keep up my current consistency to work towards the goal of feeling and looking more fit.
Goal (Long):
I recently had my cholesterol checked and was just a bit high on Total cholesterol. My good cholesterol was high, but so was my bad. I need to get diet under control and stick with my training. In order to maintain the healthy lifestyle that I preach, I need to lead by example and get to a comfortable weight while maintaining my muscle.
Weight Goal:
I want to LOSE 15 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
9%
Upcoming Contest:
Life
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Well thankyou very much! I've had more time for my the past two years, now that my oldest 3 are on their own. But the ages range from 20 down to 5...so I am still really busy! Best of success to you always, Amy
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