Andrew W. Harris Jr., MA, MS

Male

45

Waverly, Virginia, United States

Therapist and Doctoral Student (Syracuse)

Home Gym
Waverly, VA
United States

Syracuse University
Attended 1999 to Present
Syracuse, New York
United States

Sussex Central High
Attended 1979 to 1982
Sussex, Virginia
United States

Jan, 2000

When I was in junior high school I played football, wrestled, and ran track. However, when it was apparent that I wasn't going to grow past 5'7", I started to take my musical instrument and academics seriously. I marched in the band through the remainder of my high school years and did not pursue any more athletic activities. After three degrees (VIRGINIA TECH and OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY), I found that I had gained weight. I got up to 185 pounds at one point and knew that I needed to get back in shape. While pursuing my doctoral studies at Syracuse, I began to take getting myself back in shape very seriously. I lifted heavy weights, combined different types of cardio, and watched my diet to get into really great shape. Depending on where I have been in my life, I've found it either more or less difficult to maintain my body. This most recent cycle of working out began in March of 2008 after approximately one year lay-off.

At my current age, 45(September 3), the challenge is how much can I push myself and transform my body. Many people seem to think that after a certain age, it is impossible to get into top shape. I've never believed that.

Simple, I want to look the best I can. I am also enjoying the challenge of challenging and changing my body by tweaking workouts, using novel exercises, and, having been on here since October 2008, I've enjoyed meeting focused, helpful supportive people who want to live better and get fit. Hopefully, I can motivate and help a few people as well. I must thank all of my BodySpace friends who have really encouraged and motivated me during the past year to change my body!

Finances and distance have prohibited my joining a gym and purchasing fitness equipment. In essence I have had to create the workouts (with a lot of research and study) that have helped me to get to where I am now. I don't have the biggest or best body on here, but I am fit and I know it! I've accomplished my latest fitness goals with two 20 and two 30 pound dumbells, an exercise ball, a lot of bodyweight exercises, a pull-up bar, and a mixture of cardio. I work out 5 days per week. My workout rarely exceeds 90 minutes in length. I am looking for people who have experience in bodyweight exercises and in using alternatives to standard weights. I use a lot of pushups (different positions), squats (with or without dumbbells, one-legged, etc.), Lunges, and other exercises.*** I'M LOOKING TO LEARN NEW AND DIFFERENT THINGS ABOUT FITNESS AND BODYBUILDING AND WANT TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS.*** IN THE PAST, I MUTUALLY RECIPROCATED ALL FRIEND REQUESTS REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE PROFILE WAS COMPLETE OR NOT (PICTURES, IDENTIFYING INFO, GOALS, ETC). I REGRETFULLY WILL NO LONGER DO THIS. A PERSON WITH NO PROFILE WHATSOEVER RUINED MY BODYWEIGHT EXERCISE THREAD. ALTHOUGH THE THREAD WAS REINSTATED AFTER A TIME, IT NEVER RECAPTURED ITS INITIAL VIBRANCY! IF YOU ADD ME ON ANY MESSENGERS, I ALSO EXPECT A PROFILE TO BE COMPLETED*** PEOPLE OF ALL FITNESS LEVELS, WORK HARD, PUT THEIR PICS, PROFILES, WORKOUTS, ETC. OUT THERE FOR OTHERS TO OFFER FEEDBACK. IS IT FAIR THAT SOMEONE WHO DOES NOT DO THE SAME THING BE ABLE TO OFFER CRITICISM? I THINK NOT!*** ASIDE FROM THAT LITTLE PET PEEVE OF MINE, FEEL FREE TO LEAVE A COMMENT OR CONTACT ME! I LOVE TO MEET NEW PEOPLE AND, IF POSSIBLE, ENCOURAGE THEM TO STRIVE FOR SUCCESS! I have decided to pursue an ISSA Physical Training Certificate and would be appreciative of any feedback, advice, discussion of the work opportunities, and the certification process from ISSA certified physical trainers!*** I WISH ALL MY BS FRIENDS AND MEMBERS SUCCESS IN ACHIEVING THEIR BODYBUILDING AND FITNESS GOALS! I HAVE A SMALL BODYGROUP THAT IS DEDICATED TO THOSE WHO HAVE LIMITED ACCESS TO THE GYM AND/OR GYM EQUIPMENT. I HAVE POSTED VIDEOS, LINKS, ARTICLES, ETC. THAT SUPPORT THE MISSION OF MY GROUP. STOP BY AND SAY HELLO!*** FINALLY, CHECK OUT MY RECENT THREAD IN THE OVER 35 FORUMS, "OVER 35 BODYWEIGHT EXERCISE ENTHUSIASTS." THERE ARE SOME GREAT POSTS AND SUGGESTIONS FOR EXERCISES FROM SOME AMAZING PEOPLE.*** CONTINUE TO PURSUE YOUR BODYBUILDING, FITNESS, AND TRANSFORMATION GOALS IN THE WAY THAT WORKS FOR YOU!*** TAKE CARE EVERYONE!

Andrew W. Harris Jr., MA, MS *************************** Doctoral Student Counseling and Human Services Syracuse University *************************** Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University B.S. Ed. & M.A.Ed. GO HOKIES! *************************** Old Dominion University-M.S.Ed. *************************** Greetings to my illustrious Brothers and Sorors of the Zeta Phi Beta Sigma Family! *************************** GO STEELERS!