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I started when I was around 13 years old by doing pushups, using an expander and loading a samsonite briefcase with books, putting a broomstick through the handle and curling it from the backside of a chair, hehe :) I got my first membership at age 15 and continued to workout while in the Army, but it wasn't until I got out that I met a bodybuilding friend that taught me what true intensity really was and how to properly train for bodybuilding. I thought that my genetics were good and really considered pursuing competing and taking things to the next level. This was a bad time though, not really for me, but for the sport. Momo had died, several athletes were having well known health problems both on and off-stage, Dennis Newman (a popular young pro at the time) had just been diagnosed with bloodcancer - rumored to be linked to his HGH use, Muenzer then died too and his anabolic stack was published... all of this really affected how I saw those that I aspired so much to be like. I still wanted to compete at least once though myself and while preparing for that I caught a virus that hit my lungs, leaving me unable to even complete a full sentence without gasping for air... that ruined EVERYTHING and that is now about 10 years ago. I had stopped working out during this time, pissed off at how years of training could just go down the drain within a month, not to mention taking a huge financial hit and not being able to afford this luxury anymore. After all of these years, I have had a lifestyle change and weights are very much an important part of my life... again and I am VERY grateful for 'muscle memory'! ...even old ambitions have been rekindled ;) We'll see what the future brings.
Why I Love It:
"Bodybuilding should be fun because you get a feeling of satisfaction, which is hard to explain. The pump feels good. It's actually the best feeling a bodybuilder can have"
- Pumping Iron, 1974
How I Stay Motivated:
Progress in the good times, positive thinking in the hard times
BB Accomplishments:
Completing my 12-week Body for Life transformation challenge
Forum Signature:
"The greatest discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind."
- William James
Last Updated: Feb 7, 2008 10:07am
What valenti100 Is Up To:
Mar 25, 2009
valenti100updated Fit Status "Bah, woke up this moring with a scratchy throat and runny nose - I can only imagine how I would feel without all the vitamins and protein."
valenti100updated Fit Status "My weight went up a little but my BF did too. I will need to raise my cardio a little more next week or reevalute in 2 weeks."
I'm currently leading a group of 18 people through a 16 weeks class where they experience their own body transformation and learn a better, healthier lifestyle - we end in May 2009 and by this time I want to drop my bodyfat to 9%.
We'll probably be heading to Puerto Rico in July too, so that's another motivator!
Maintaining and even building upon my lean mass is a secondary goal. That will likely become a primary goal after the summer though.
Weight Goal:
I want to GAIN 20 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
5%
Upcoming Contest:
Last Updated: Nov 11, 2008 9:48am
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What tips would you give to others to help them stay motivated over the long-term?
Goals! Make them, visualize them, keep them in mind. Also remember why they are important for you.
- Updated Dec 30, 2007 4:41am
What tricep workout has worked best for you?
Pushups!! I used to do pushups all the time... before bed, when I woke up, getting home from school... That has really helped a lot! I barely have to work my triceps now (although I still hit them hard) but I'm currently trying to work the 'long head' specifically and skull crushers and close grip bench press are doing a great job of that!Pushups!! I used to do pushups all the time... before bed, when I woke up, getting home from school... That has really helped a lot! I barely have to work my triceps now (although I still hit them har...more
Why I like this video: I think that these guys did a lot for bodybuilding and may have made a few corny movies but they never took themselves too seriously anyways... this was a good example :)
I thought to be important to put this somewhere as it basically describes myself prior to becoming active again, as well as my transformation throughout the 12-week Body for Life Challenge. This essay also went on with my official package to the judges for this years contest. I know that all of...
I'm currently leading a group of 18 people through their own 3-month body transformation using Body for Life as a template. I tend to more intuitive training for myself and am currently doing:
i know! it's huge which is why i def need your vote and appreciate it soooo much! i actually uploaded my video this weekend for the contest entry so check it out when you get a chance!
Hi there! Aw thanks, you are the second person who said that...lol. How is your week going so far, still training?
hulksteve08guest
Aug 16, 2008 8:46am
Your POSTBAPTISM pic the most important of all pics, bro!!! Once the inside is taken care of the outside is a breeze. Keep up the awesome work SUPERSTAR...EAT CLEAN, LIFT HARD!!!
thank you! Yes, i will be doing the NPC show this Saturday :) I will keep all my trackers in spirit there and will do my best! I might do the SNBF July show depending how i feel about this show. We will see! Thanks again!
Hi! Thanks for stopping by :) No, i don't have anyone local helping me, but i did have a bodybuilder chick offer to help me. Not sure if she will charge me and she is kinda far. I may have to call her, but i think i will be fine. I just really need to practice more. It would be awesome if you could make it! If you can't, i understand :)
Hey Mark! Thanks for stopping by. Hopefully you are over that cold! Yeah, that has definitely gone around this year. I had it for a bit myself. You are looking solid over here yourself!
Tom
Hi hun, yes thats one of the suits :) I need a tan! Hubby is taking me out tomorrow for a date. We got too busy around here to do it today. Have a great night!
Hehe Man i waist line and Abs SUCKS right now!! I very little so a 20inch waist would be the Sh#t for me:)
Just take a close look at my stats I'm very tiny! Just Skinny Phat:((
Hey big man, thanks for checking in once again. I'm going to try and make an attempt to post here more, but it just seems to be loosing it's luster after doing for a year. LOL That goes for any of the boards. Anyway My show is July 12th I start dieting in 8 weeks. Doing a 16 week diet this year.
OH BOY!
TTYS
B
Dang Mark! You have made wonderful changes your self!Your going to look even better once you start cutting! Woo HOo! Bring home:P
Alright alright Night:D
