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Overall Goal: i think i'm officially up to 4 of the 6 for my six pack!thank God those things come in pairs!
got my new assessment--currently @12.1% bf
now my goal is single digits.
I'll hunt down those last 2 packs for sure!
I decided that when I turning 40 wasn't the end, but a beginning. I want to be happy/proud of who I am and an inspiration to my three young sons.
Why I Love It:
i love the pump, the adrenaline rush, and the results
How I Stay Motivated:
I try to keep my goals in mind. Guys who are also in their 40's but work hard and defy age, gravity, social norms and anything negative that comes their way to transform themselves into lean mean machines are an inspiration.
BB Accomplishments:
losing 80 lbs--guess that's more of a personal accomplishment
Forum Signature:
work hard, play hard & make 'em laugh.
life's too short for anything less.
i think i'm officially up to 4 of the 6 for my six pack!thank God those things come in pairs!
got my new assessment--currently @12.1% bf
now my goal is single digits.
I'll hunt down those last 2 packs for sure!
Goal (Long):
I want to transform my body, build muscle, reduce fat to single digits and maitain a healthy lifestyle. It was only 4 years ago that I tipped the scales at 273 pounds. Not earth shattering, but when it's only fat, not something inspiring or self defining. I looked at my 3 young sons and decided I wanted to be around to see all of the great milestones in their lives. I also wanted to balance being a moral role model with being a healthy role model. I decided I wasn't chained to 40" waist pants and XXL shirts and set off on a weight loss and muscle building program. I haven't reached my ultimate goal, but I've lost 76 pounds (weigh just less than 200 now) and eat healthy and exercise regularly. I've got a ways to go, but the light at the end of the tunnel burns pretty bright
What do you think about people who "grunt" loudly while working out? Do you do it?
i didn't think I did until 1 day there was a pause in my WO tunes and I heard myself grunt. LOL.luckily i WO alone inmy basement
- Updated Jul 17, 2008 9:14pm
Do you tell your friends and/or family about your fitness goals?
No
Why or why not?
don't really have anyone in my family or circle who's interested in the topic, other than my sons. they more than make up for everyone else's ambivalence with their enthusiasm and admiration. but i know a big part of it is unconditional love, but that's ok, too. The lack of interest is really why I look to bodyspace --it's a great community with the same mind set and people who will provide the validation and motivation to keep you working hard. it can get a little disheartnening when you you don't even get credit for what you feel are pretty hard earned gains, so a simple "great progress, bro!" goes a long way. our minds and bodies are needy in similar ways. don't really have anyone in my family or circle who's interested in the topic, other than my sons. they more than make up for everyone else's ambivalence with their enthusiasm and admiration. but i kn...more
- Updated Jul 17, 2008 9:10pm
What tips would you give to others to help them stay motivated over the long-term?
chart your progress. giving yourself credit for the little gains keeps you motivated. plus having a big picture goal helps. don't be shy about dreaming big.
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Hey thx my friend! I'm working on some Pantera and/or Antrax. Just doesn't quite come out the same when I sing it on acoustic guitar...LMAO! How you doin brotha?
You know, it was kinda easy for my bis and tris to grow. I just allows had trouble with my lats and mid section but I'm working on that now...
Try doing barbell preacher and dumbell hammer curls (if your not already doing that). In the past, I did some chin ups as well...
Hi brutha thats so awesome brutha keep pushing hard my friend that 6 pack will be yours im so happy for ya bro. As for me im getting there just trying to add some lean muscle mass without adding too much bodyfat. Keep up the great work bro and thanks God bless and Takecare Laterz bro
Thanks man, I am just lifting heavy when I can and playing around with my calorie and carb levels. Seems to work great for me. Turns out I am a true mesomorph after all.
Im trying to eat clean, train hard and I do three or four sets of abs at the end of every session. Thanks for the comment. Oh and I supplement at the minute with lipo 6, green tea and just added L carnitine, hope this helps
Hey how are you? Sorry I haven't been on in so long. I've been so busy with life and what not. I've been off and on with working out lately. But I changed my work schedule so I can get 8 hours of sleep and start training really intense again.
I plan on making and hitting goals i've never yet achieved. I'm also in the process of applying for OCS for the marines.
Making some big changes in my life. Whats new with you?
BrooksKC
All iron, read once "you never see a bodybuilder on a machine or exercise bike." with some exception this is true, any gym anywhere the big and ripped are all around the iron!
Thanks bro, back to you great job on the weight loss, you look good. I work my bi's and tri's on the same day. I stick with 80% weight (8-15 reps). I do 3 exersizes (4 sets each) and I only use cables and dumbells. Concentration curls work great for me.
thanks man, just lifting 5 days a week. sometimes cardio once a week, but not normally. also work a physically demanding job so that helps burn the calories :P
