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Overall Goal: To regain some of the 40 or so pounds of muscle mass that I have lost since my accident.
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Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Rick Bodkin
Sex:
Male
Age:
46
Location:
Occupation:
school teacer
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Gym:
Gold's Gym
Gym Location:
Carbondale, Illinois
When I Started:
Aug, 2007
How I Started:
I just joined a gym after two years of not working out. In March 2005 I fell from a balconey and broke my back, hip, arms which left me a paraplegic. Before that I had been a faithful gym goer but my accident changed all that. After 2 years of physical therapy (but not much other activity) I recently weighed myself and saw how much I had lost--40 pounds!!! At that point I realized I was "wasting away" and decided to do something about it. I called the local Gold's Gym, went to check it out, and realized how much weight training I COULD still do. So I am just starting out again. I am going to work my butt off to get back into decent shape.
Why I Love It:
Working out for me has always been fun and a great way to unwind. Also the gym is a great place to meet people and make new friends.
How I Stay Motivated:
I just started back after a long spell of inactivity so I am hoping getting back some of what I lost will keep me motivated.
To regain some of the 40 or so pounds of muscle mass that I have lost since my accident.
Goal (Long):
I want to regain as much muscle mass as possible. Since I rely on my upper body a lot for mobility, etc.,I want to regain as much strength as possible.
Weight Goal:
I want to GAIN 30 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
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Last Updated: Aug 16, 2007 7:22pm
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I can ambulate with a leg brace on my left leg and a walker, but because it's easier to use a wheel chair than a walker in the gym I am a wheelie when I work out. This means machines are easier to use than free weights for transferring to/from the seat and for adjusting weights.
Rick: Greetings from Chicago. There is a need for me to contact you more privately. This being a public forum, elaboration here is not appropriate. The comment template says you can see my e-mail. I am attempting to follow-up on an alumni inquiry from a mutual acquaintance who also wishes to contact you. Hope to hear from you, soon.
whats up dude hows the work outs comming? i ate like a pig for thanksgiving but im back to eating clean well for the most part i might drink a few bud lites on my days off. keep in touch and keep up the good work.
awsome progress and great determination shows great charter, anyone can fall but not everyone will get back up looks like your on the road to recovery the best of luck too you. This site motavates the hell out of me dude. keep up the good work
