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mbberry Brandon, male (Rocky Mount North Carolina, US | Banker)
my goal: Gain Muscle

At this point I am really content with where I am. My goal is to concentrate more on symmetry and improving the parts of my body that are not my natural strong points. I would also like to add a little more muscle mass overall and improve endurance.

height: 5'8"
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weight: 160 Lbs.
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body fat: 9%
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gym: Harrison Family YMCA
Fit Status /// View History

Just trying to stay cut for the summer

 May 26, 2012 5:53am
Motivation Level:
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Background

When I Started: Jul 2008
HOW I STARTED:

I played around with weights on and off ever since my early teens, but never really knew what I was doing, never had any consistency, and never had any real results. Basically, my teen and early 20s consisted of a bunch of partying and abuse of my body. One day I just decided it was time to change and haven't looked back since!

WHY I LOVE IT:

I love bodybuilding because it relieves the stress from that day, gives me confidence, makes me look great, improves my attitude, and makes me feel great all around.

mbberry's Progress & Goals

Progress Photos
Before
Mar 23, 2007
Current
Sep 13, 2011

View All Progress Photos (45)

Weight Body Fat Lean Body Mass
Lbs.
2009-08-13, 2008-07-07, 2009-07-13, 2009-08-13, 2009-08-19, 2010-02-17, 2010-03-14, 2010-08-27, 2011-05-07
155.0, 179.0, 162.0, 155.0, 155.0, 158.0, 160.0, 160.0, 160.0
2009-09-01
150 Lbs.
TIME UNTIL GOAL: Expired
Start: 179 Lbs. Goal: 150 Lbs. Sep 01, 2009
%
2009-08-13, 2008-07-07, 2009-07-13, 2009-08-13, 2009-08-19
9.0, 22.0, 12.0, 9.0, 9.0
2009-09-01
8 %
TIME UNTIL GOAL: Expired
Start: 22% Goal: 8% Sep 01, 2009
Lbs.
2008-07-07, 2009-07-13, 2009-08-13, 2009-08-19
139.6, 142.6, 141.1, 141.1
Current LBM: 145.6 Lbs. May 07, 2011
Latest Bodystats
Neck
17.5"
May 7, 2011
Chest
39.5"
May 7, 2011
Forearms
11"
May 7, 2011
Hips
36"
May 7, 2011
Calves
14"
May 7, 2011
Shoulders
47.5"
May 7, 2011
Arms
14.5"
May 7, 2011
Waist
31.2"
May 7, 2011
Thighs
21.5"
May 7, 2011

View All BodyStats

Total Weight
179Lbs.
BODY FAT
LEAN BODY MASS
Latest Bodystats
Changed weight from 160Lbs. to 160Lbs.
No Change in the last 253 days
May 7, 2011
Total Weight
160Lbs.
BODY FAT
LEAN BODY MASS
this member has not entered a body fat measurement
Latest Bodystats
Changed weight from 160Lbs. to 160Lbs.
No Change in the last 253 days
May 7, 2011
Goal Weight
150Lbs.
BODY FAT
LEAN BODY MASS
Latest Bodystats
Changed weight from 160Lbs. to 160Lbs.
No Change in the last 253 days
May 7, 2011
 
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mbberry's Program

  • WORKOUT
  • NUTRITION
  • SUPPLEMENTS
  • MOTIVATION

My Workout Program View My Full Workout Program

mbberry has not added any program information.

My Nutrition Program View My Full Nutrition Program

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My Supplement Program View My Full Supplement Program

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My Motivation Program

I read all the "Transformations of the Week" and Amateurs of the Week" here on Bodybuilding.com as well as the library of articles. This always keeps me excited about getting to the gym to try new things and about the results that I can acheive through consistant effort. I also enjoy working out with my buddies. We all keep each other motivated and make it fun.

What mbberry is up to

mbberry is now friends with rcmillikan and Givememass.

May 14, 2012

mbberry is inspired by erp252.

Reason: Ed inspires me because he still has confidence despite all of us in his hate club at the gym, bahahahaha!

Apr 11, 2012

About mbberry

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Contest History:

This member has not entered any contests.

Lifting Stats:
Bench Press Latest Update: May 12, 2011 305Lbs.
Squats Latest Update: May 7, 2011 334Lbs.
Deadlift Latest Update: May 7, 2011 334Lbs.
Bicep Curl Latest Update: May 24, 2011 134Lbs.
Barbell Rows Latest Update: Aug 27, 2010 187Lbs.
Overhead Press Latest Update: May 24, 2011 249Lbs.
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Members I Inspire:

Givememass


Latest Forum Posts

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Latest BodyBlog Entries

New Workout ideas

Posted in Training  :  Sep 10, 2011 5:46pm

So I'm getting bored with my workout routine and I've been thinking about what to do to take things to the next level.  I just finished reading an article, in the magazine that was sent to me for free with my bodybuilding.com order, which debated thhe need to perform multiple sets for each exercise.  Basically it stated that the theory behind doing multiple sets dated back to a study done in the 50's that may have been somewhat of a flawed study.  It went on to state that over 10 studies since then have shown that multiple sets of a given eercise had very little benefit to i

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Workout and Diet Plan

Posted in Other  :  May 12, 2011 8:02pm

Monday:  Chest, Shoulders, Triceps


Tuesday:  Back, Biceps


Wednesday:  Legs


Thursday: Chest and Triceps


Friday or Saturday: Back, Biceps, shoulders


Saturday or Sunday: Legs


I work abs about every other day as I feel motivated too.


For each body part, I prefer to start the first exercise off heavy and compound multiple muscles) with a weight that I can only lift about 8 times on the first set. This focuses on strength. If I get more than 8 reps, I’ll go heavier for the next set. Otherwise

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Visitor Comments

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kb3hla
kb3hla Thanks for the add! God Bless you and your family! Sep 25, 2011 12:20am
dalife95616
dalife95616 Thank you for the kind words bro...& amazing transformation, great work! Sep 19, 2011 8:37am
Mbarek2010
Mbarek2010 u are welcome buddy ;) Sep 2, 2011 6:03am
ministerjp
ministerjp Great work keep it goning Sep 1, 2011 8:17pm
rg251
rg251 Wow ! Very nice accomplishment MB ! Your progress is impressive and very motivating for the beginner that I am :) RG Aug 15, 2011 10:51pm
sgp1989
sgp1989 Awesome! We hope to get down to AB for a day soon too! Once took a catamaran over to Shackleford Banks...very nice! I know your fam enjoyed you catching dinner so you didn't have to spend a fortune at the restaurants! Great! Aug 4, 2011 8:46pm
oldbutfit
oldbutfit I am very honored and humbled to be named an inspiration along with your choice of great physiques ! Jul 28, 2011 1:19am
BigOrin
BigOrin It is always refreshing to see there is someone out there that is comfortable with where they are. Good attitude! Jun 7, 2011 9:06pm
Going4Swole
Going4Swole Cool, you'd def be very competitive in the contests on here man, you should go for it! I'm hoping I can make enough progress to get to compete in the future. May 31, 2011 3:00pm
Going4Swole
Going4Swole Awesome, looks like you're really getting jacked man, great results sir! Are you lookin to compete? May 30, 2011 9:19pm
Going4Swole
Going4Swole Thanks for the add Brandon, how's it going? May 30, 2011 8:43pm
GuyT95
GuyT95 Hey Brandon,recent profile pics,10/10. really showing great progress. well done. May 30, 2011 5:25am
GuyT95
GuyT95 Hey Brandon, thanks for add. what U have achieved so far ,is pretty amazing, hope to follow example soon, great inspiration and motivator for many on this site. keep at it. cheers from across the pond. May 17, 2011 3:22am
sgp1989
sgp1989 Progress is good. Had a couple of guys @ the gym tell me i was looking leaner and bigger. Nice confidence booster! Just wish the job search and finances were going as well! May have an interview for a position with RBC here in Wilson! Pray for me! Thanks! May 13, 2011 8:00am
sgp1989
sgp1989 Great job with your progress Brandon! Your hard work and dedication has paid off this year! Keep going brother! May 12, 2011 4:47am
ck3sisson
ck3sisson Great work on the transoformation!!! I have a similar body type, a little taller, but looking for something similar in mine. I have a long way to go. Your blog post is awesome as well. Any advice? Thanks. May 12, 2011 12:10am
Spartan64
Spartan64 Really nice progress! Congratulations! May 8, 2011 11:30pm
BigOrin
BigOrin From your updated photo you look like a great candidate for transformation of the week. Great job May 7, 2011 9:52pm
40snotold
40snotold Awesome work dude. May 7, 2011 7:41pm
wetjock
wetjock lookin like some great progress there man keep it up May 2, 2011 8:25pm

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