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Gold's Gym 1655 Nations Dr # 1000 Gurnee, IL United States
College:
High School:
When I Started:
Apr, 2009
How I Started:
I've been a kickboxer in my life and truly miss it. In high school I was benching 200 on a bowflex (rubberband), still impressive I think though. I almost broke the leg press record for my high school. I graduated with honors from the Air Force and was up to over 65 push-ups under a minute.
Why I Love It:
Who doesn't!?!?!? It's the greatest feeling in the World! Not only for the dopamine and seratonin, but just the way you see yourself and your capabilities. I love Gold's Gym in Gurnee! The support is outstanding (even though I probably look angry all the time LOL).
How I Stay Motivated:
This is something I'm working on still. Currently I'm slightly injured and limits my training. Getting off my recent 'fat wagon' is tough. So it's hard, but I'll get there (I better get there soon too, my bff from college is getting married in 9 weeks!).
BB Accomplishments:
Everytime I lift a weight. Having narcolepsy is extremely difficult, especially in this sport. Even though I literally sleep sometimes between sets, I always remember that I am a product of my risudual past. It is my current actions that shape my past and thus forwardly my future. My biggest accomplishment is everytime I lift one more time.
This boy I know; despite knocking me down, said he was proud of me. I looked up and said, 'I don't need your pride. I have my own.'
Goal (Long):
I want my body-building/model body back. Starting out again and still nursing an injury, but cardio and diet will comprise of the first two weeks. Weeks 2-4 (depending on injury) will be a heavy lift session followed by a 12 days of light lifting and continued cycling of weight. I will be incorporating (I think I spelled that wrong) kickboxing, thai boxing and gymnastics drills as well. I'm planning on re-evaluating every 9-12 weeks.
All the time this girl is on here. She is CONSTANTLY working to make a better her. When I first started she was here and she still is. She doesn't beat herself up or let anything take her down. She's always positive and works so hard. There have been times that I just come on here to see how she's doing. Thank you for helping me keep my head in the game mama!
I think the very first thing I ever wrote to Shannan was that I wanted to be just like her. I still do. If that's not inspiration, nothing is.
She's hardworking, dedicated and such a natural athlete who completes and overtakes her goals.
Truly a great role model in every definition of the word.
How has bodybuilding and fitness helped or hurt your relationship?
My boyfriends are named, Gym, Work and School... I'm learning very quickly that not having a boyfriend, while lonely at times, is worth the quality time I get to spend with myself. Who wants a girlfriend who's at the gym all the time anyway? I'd rather be ripped and a Dr. than settle for a relationship that I'll resent for not fulfilling my goals.My boyfriends are named, Gym, Work and School... I'm learning very quickly that not having a boyfriend, while lonely at times, is worth the quality time I get to spend with myself. Who wants a girlfri...more
- Updated Apr 29, 2009 7:37pm
Do you track your workouts (exercises, weight, reps, etc.)?
Yes
If so, how do you do it? Workout log, software program, etc.? Why do you do it this way?
I DO! I have a dietminder and a fitnessminder. Love them!
- Updated Apr 29, 2009 7:32pm
Do you sometimes use a protein powder?
Yes
What is your favorite protein powder?
Sometimes I use a plant-based vanilla protein powder. It's ok.
Just working hard on getting some fat to melt off. I've been doing some HIIT and trying to do a cutting diet. Hopefully on New Years day there will be some pics i can be proud to unveil
That's fantastic! Friends of mine who have done shows felt like the extra drive having a goal like that brought out the best in them. Trophies and awards were just frosting on the cake. I know you have the drive- just looking at your progress pics shows you know how to earn success and ya got the looks part, physical and otherwise down!
I don't know, let's seee... great proportion, nice muscular development, swimsuit shots looked great, awesome back muscles, most important, you have the character and will power to accomplish anything you want, you tell me. Oh and being beautiful won't hurt you either.
Hey that trend line on your weight graph shows quite story of determination, achievement, self discipline and drive. The photos show a beautiful lady and. Got it all going for you- keep it up!
Seriously I never thought of stepping on stage, but now I love it. That show that I do in May is a good one, I would think about it if I were you. Nothing holding you back but yourself...
Not sounding like the girl Ive been talking to for the last month. You need a kick in the butt? I keep reading your profle description, maybe you should reread it as well =P... whatcha got? 8 weeks left?
Morgan,
Thank you for all the information and the kind words. I know you will accomplish your goals and continue to keep believing in yourself.
Great progess,
Erik
