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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.
Last Updated: Jun 15, 2008 12:40am
What myboysrock3 Is Up To:
Jun 22, 2009
myboysrock3 changed Overall Goal: "on going search for the elusive abs 6 pack. have tracked 2 down and have in temporary custody. vicious search for the remaining 4.." - 5:48 am - Comment
Jun 21, 2009
myboysrock3 changed Overall Goal: "on going search for the elusive abs 6 pack. have tracked 2 down and have in temporary custody. vicious search for the remaining 4.." - 9:04 am - Comment
myboysrock3 changed Overall Goal: "on going search for the elusive abs 6 pack. have tracked 2 down and have in temporary custody. vicious search for the remaining 4.." - 12:20 am - Comment
myboysrock3 changed Overall Goal: "on going search for the elusive abs 6 pack. have tracked 2 down and have in temporary custody. vicious search for the remaining 4.." - 8:59 am - Comment
on going search for the elusive abs 6 pack. have tracked 2 down and have in temporary custody. vicious search for the remaining 4.
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.
From Davidlnak:
I've been trying out a new kind of training style - its a little weird, but it got me where I am now, and gives the biggest pump I've ever felt - which is why I LOVE it for arms:
I pick one execise for bis - say, standing barbell curl
And one exercise for tris - cable...
Yeah keeping a routine is key...Thanks for the kind words! Looks like you're making some great progress yourself! Good luck with the search for the other 4...I'm sure you're gonna find them soon!
Totally hear you about boosting fitness to cut up and not trying to lose mass, be sure to add back more carbs as I was running diet too lean and loss some mass. Managed to claw that back and lower BF & eating twice as much!
Thanks buddy, appreciate the feedback. Still trying to grow some more lean mass - new diet and training is supporting system - just have to keep to tweaking it though but think I have finally got the balance right - whoo! Yer not prepared to do the whole bulk and cut thing as still very focussed on being athletic. Hows your training going, great guns in your avi pic.
Thanks man, I've been hittin the WOD's everyday. We have two gyms here with limited equipment but I improvise when I have to. I also brought my rings, abmat and Med Ball so they come in handy from time to time.
Hey bud... it's going pretty well, but I would say I'm more in maintenance mode at the moment. Summer is tough with vacations. Looking ripped in your avi...
sounds great and American pie sounds good but dangerous lol, no I am not going anywere, stay at home, no money for trips so far! we will see if for fall.
Im tryign to gain some weight so not doing much cardio. That pic was a couple months ago and i was doing kickboxing. Right now i do about 20 min of cardio 5 days a week, Not to hard core though... I like to mix it up and my work out is pretty much a cardio exercise, im pretty intense when i work out
It's going well thx. the only cardio i do is full court basketball,tennis and flag football.lifting 6 times a week and eating very lean with four ispoure shakes a day. how about you?
