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My "Love Affair" with lifting weights started when I saw the cover of the January 1977 issue of Muscle/Power magazine photo of Mike Mentzer. I was that 115lbs weakling and I wanted to look like Mike Mentzer. I joined the Army in 1982 and continued lifting to gain size. After 24 years of military service to our great nation, I continue to lifting weights as a part of my occupational therapy as the result of injuries. That is 24 hard Army years, that is like dog years you have to multiply that by seven or something to understand how beat down I had become. My weight had ballooned up to 310lbs, and because of injuries I cannot run anymore for my cardio. That was my excuse for being fat for so long that I actually started believing it myself. I couldn't run, so I didn't do any cardio. I now think, "I cannot run, so what else is great for cardio".
Why I Love It:
I like the way working out makes me feel and look. I am learning and relearning my body on a yearly basis. What worked last year doesn't seem to fit the bill this year. My eating habits have improved and I am just learning how to take great care of myself.
How I Stay Motivated:
I am a self motivated individual. I fit the skin that I am in....just don't want there to be so much of it!!! HA HA HA!!! I have a goal of what I wish to look like. I want to be that sexy and muscular guy that catches and eye or two. You know, turn a couple of heads, and not because I look like a pregnant gorilla!!!
Through the kindness and encouragement of others!!! I am humbled by the outpouring of support and encouragement I have received from the members of Bodybuilding.com. It has really helped me a lot. From the bottom of my heart..."Thanks to you ALL"!!!
BB Accomplishments:
I've lost 80lbs and counting!!! I have no real Bodybuilding accomplishments. I don't plan on competing cause I am to shy. GOSH...Blush Blush!!! Maybe when I look better.....but I don't know!
Forum Signature:
When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.
-Lao Tzu
Last Updated: Feb 2, 2008 12:16am
Progress Pictures
Sep 18, 2006
Feb 16, 2008
I never thought I would weigh over 300lbs, here I am at 310!! Looks like I am smuggling pumpkins across the border or something!!! Can you say "Wake Up Call"!!!
My back is getting bigger, but everything else looks the same. ;-(
I wish to be comfortable taking my shirt off. Then I flaunt the goods, because I will be one gorgeous hunk of ManCandy!!! HA HA HA!!!
Goal (Long):
I want to own one of those bodies that women give a second glance. I know that I am getting started late in life, but I have no problem being that SEXY SENIOR!!! HA HA HA!!! I would like to be around 200lbs and 9% bodyfat with etched abs, before my 45th birthday (Mar 2009).
To help me make it through the workout ahead, without feeling overly exhausted before I am finished.Syntrax's Fyre/Guggulbolic combination stack, Ultimate Nutrition's Xtreme Amino, SciVation's Xtend.
To help me make it through the workout ahead, without feeling overly exhausted before I am finished...more
- Updated Feb 2, 2008 12:08am
What supplements do you take immediately after your workout? Why?
Ultimate Nutrition's Xtreme Amino, SciVation's Xtend and BSN Syntha 6.
I take those supplement to help my body recover and build quality muscle mass. I like Syntha-6 because it contains fast medium and slow absorbing proteins to sustain positive nitrogen balance throughout the day.Ultimate Nutrition's Xtreme Amino, SciVation's Xtend and BSN Syntha 6.
I take those supplement to help my body recover and build quality muscle mass. I like Syntha-6 because it contains fast medium ...more
- Updated Feb 2, 2008 12:08am
What do you do before your workout to get motivated and energized?
I visualize the coming workout and listen to music.
Well Operation Andre’…(pause for effect)…ManCandy is still an ongoing adventure. I am sorry to say that I didn’t hit my first goal of 100lb weightloss by the 31st of March 2008. In fact my total weightloss has only been 70lbs. I went from 310lbs to 230lbs that was 80lbs but then...
Well THANKS! I just hope the sand would NOT be thrown on stage for ME. I've had enough spills (lol). Have a Happy Independence Day too and be SAFE until your return home. *smile*
Andre I am doing fabulous. Lots of cardio this week for me too. You have beat me to the gym though. I dont get there until 5. Those inclines are a bitch. Really makes the but shape up. Keep going strong. You know my pompoms are cheering for you.
I hope you had a nice time at home. refreshing, recharging. Do you have new goals?
Thanks for your prayers. I need it, I feel like I am battling all that hell has to offer right now. Thank you.
Hey glad to see the new pictures. You are making great progress even if you can't see it. Keep up the great work. Take care of yourself over there and will be praying for you too.
I am happy your home even if it is just for a short time. Enjoy it. I am doing ok. Nothing fabulous yet. Hopefully I will be kicking it into overdrive to makes some positive changes. Glad your with me. Makes all the difference.
Slow and Steady,seems we are doing the same, progress is slow ,but I'm working hard and steady, it all adds up in the end(I'm hoping)...keeping pushing we will get there..
Dont get discouraged, I lost 6 inches recently, however my bodyfat went from 33% to 40%. My husband says it could be I lost more muscle than fat. So this week I have really been hitting the weights. I notice I am becoming stronger and more flexible. Hopefully I'll gain inches in my legs due to muscle gain.
