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Overall Goal: Here I go AGAIN !!!! I want to compete in a local natural show....before I get too old !!!
Fit Status:
Switching to High Reps !!!
Motivation Level: 5/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Manny Fuentes, Jr.
Sex:
Male
Age:
41
Location:
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Occupation:
Security
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
College:
High School:
When I Started:
1980
How I Started:
My little brother and I saw a Muscle Builder magazine with Sergio Oliva on it. I saw what a fellow hispanic could do. So we started working out. Our first gym was a home made wooden bench, a piece of rebar and milk crates that we put milk jugs or bricks in for weight. A bit rough on the hands, but good enough until we bought a DP 110lb set from Sears.
After the Navy, I wanted to put on some size, so I joined the local Powerhouse Gym in Lincolnwood, Illinois. Lo and behold, Sergio Oliva was the daytime manager at that time ( don't know if it's still there ). I still have the receipt that he signed. He got me back into lifting heavy again ( I had dislocated my shoulder during a friendly football game in my teens and then again in high school trying a 405 lbs bench, so I was a bit scared to try heavy weights again ) That was GREAT Motivation !!! I hope to have more great motivation through this site and the friendships made during my "journey" to achieve my goals.
Why I Love It:
It has always been a time to "escape" from the problems or stress of the day. It allows one to be "one" with themselves. You are your only competition. No one can challenge you but you. But then again, you are your own biggest critic.
How I Stay Motivated:
I have to stay healthy so that I will be able to enjoy seeing my kids until I am 99 yrs old !!! plus, I set a goal at every workout. One more rep, one more pound, etc. When I achieve it, it feels like I have the ability to conquer the world !!!
BB Accomplishments:
Forum Signature:
"Any day that you don't learn something new, is a WASTED day. " - Maria Elena Samano ( My Mom...RIP )
" Let's not waste another day." - Me
Last Updated: Oct 15, 2008 4:16am
What mafuentesjr Is Up To:
Jun 1, 2009
mafuentesjr updated Motivation Level from 10/10 to 5/10 and said: "Down in the dumps." - 7:13 pm - Comment
Here I go AGAIN !!!! I want to compete in a local natural show....before I get too old !!!
Goal (Long):
I want to get into a decent shape for myself, get healthier, and maybe even compete in a local bodybuilding contest by the summer or early fall of 2009. I want to get back into a shape that will closely resemble the me of my 20's. (and I know that it's possible !!!) I will have a six pack !!! I am going to get down to about 220 or so pounds. Most of these are goals that I can achieve by next summer !!! No more power-lifting styled workouts. I am going to try some body weight workouts and concentrate on higher reps. Maybe some "light" dumbbells.
Weight Goal:
I want to LOSE 30 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
Upcoming Contest:
Last Updated: Jul 18, 2008 11:12pm
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Why I like this video: Because of the old school 70's bodybuilders, plus Jay Cutler is in it. Milos Sarcev and Jay's are shapes I would like to strive for.
Milos Sarcev Hardcore Workout
Played: 103
Why I like this video: Milos Sarcev INTENSE LEG WORKOUT - watch it and you'll see why
isabelle turell muscles angels
Played: 108
hammer curls 70's isabelleturell.com Played: 82
Isabelle Turell New Posing Played: 87
isabelle turell Played: 118
Belle - A Little Bit More Played: 63
Belle - A Little Bit More Played: 44
200lb Female Bodybuilder Flexing II Played: 129
female bodybuilder - Autumn Raby Played: 144
Joanna Thomas ~ Backstage Bodybuilding Played: 209
Well, here I am, sitting at the comp at 5:26am of Tues. I haven't slept all night. I watched a bunch of "Paranormal State" on A&E. It was pretty good. I've gotten into that paranormal type stuff as well as UFO's (not sure why, butt the wife wonders if it has to do with Iraq...
Well, this is the new "High Rep" Workout section for me.
It's mainly for fat burning, but still maintaining some of the muscle that I have worked hard for. I'm hoping that it works.
The main gist for this workout is that all exercises get 12-15 reps as a minimum for all sets.
