Gym/Workout Motivation. [Archive]

anatram

11-15-2010, 08:31 AM

What motivates you to get up in the morning and bang out some reps, run a few miles, or ignore the chocolate cupcake sitting on the counter?

Is it the phsical aspect of appearing better looking to the opposite sex, do you want to look better nekkid? Do the overall health benifits drive you to workout or go to the gym?

Myself, I always though of it as a way to stay healthly and look better nekkid, but that all changed durring yesterday's workout.

I always workout at night after my boys go to sleep. Yesterday morning I decided to go ahead and workout and let my boys, 6 and 4, hang out in the weight room at home with me.

I did a warm up set of flat benches with 50 pound dumbells in each hand.

I moved up and was doing sets on 80 pound flat dumbell bench presses, when my oldest boy tells me," dad you have big muscles, how come your not a UFC fighter, or a wrestler, I want to have big muscles like you when I grow up".

Last night I am tucking him in bed and he says it again," dad if I have big muscles like you can I be a super hero when i grow up?"

PYROBUG51

11-15-2010, 09:06 AM

http://i386.photobucket.com/albums/oo309/muybonitamamita/workingout.jpg

That's Motivation

Squoddybody

11-15-2010, 09:12 AM

FLYIN'DUC

11-15-2010, 09:15 AM

For me it's the difference a year makes... I gained 20+ lbs in the last year due to health issues that I THINK I'm finally getting under control. I don't like what I see when I look in the mirror everyday. I went from this photo to blah.

Yea B. I noticed U getting a little chunky too, but I didnt wanna hurt your feelings

:keke:jk

po-po 5.0

11-15-2010, 09:16 AM

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=108359701

I'm a tubby-lumpkins. That thread makes me feel like a bitch for not having acheived my goals already.

mekrew

11-15-2010, 09:23 AM

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=108359701

I'm a tubby-lumpkins. That thread makes me feel like a bitch for not having acheived my goals already.

crazy changes in there for sure

http://i386.photobucket.com/albums/oo309/muybonitamamita/workingout.jpg

That's Motivation

do want

Guitar Man

11-15-2010, 09:27 AM

I've always had this thought that I didn't want to grow old and get fat and out of shape. At 43 I'm doing pretty well. I want to be a cool looking grandfather some day. That keeps me pretty motivated.

Squoddybody

11-15-2010, 09:28 AM

Yea B. I noticed U getting a little chunky too, but I didnt wanna hurt your feelings

:keke:jk

I have one feeling left, and I'll be damned if I let YOU hurt it! But that reminds me that I DO have a fairly recent body shot of my at YOUR shop. :thumb:

THIS is me now. I no likey. :crying:

PYROBUG51

11-15-2010, 09:49 AM

B you are SHORT not Fat
...Come on!

po-po 5.0

11-15-2010, 09:50 AM

I have one feeling left, and I'll be damned if I let YOU hurt it! But that reminds me that I DO have a fairly recent body shot of my at YOUR shop. :thumb:

THIS is me now. I no likey. :crying:

Not that you're all that big, BUT drinking at 6AM can't be helping matters.....

PYROBUG51

11-15-2010, 09:56 AM

do want

I went to the gym to see all the Eye candy at one time....Made me want to go back everyday and see the same candy there:thumb:

FLYIN'DUC

11-15-2010, 10:00 AM

I,m sorry B., I hurt your very last feeling:keke:, I know all the guys drool over U, and tell U how hot U are, so I thought I would use a little reverse psychology on U:keke:

bluewave18

11-15-2010, 10:03 AM

I don't drool

Squoddybody

11-15-2010, 10:10 AM

I,m sorry B., I hurt your very last feeling:keke:, I know all the guys drool over U, and tell U how hot U are, so I thought I would use a little reverse psychology on U:keke:

I don't trust those people who are always fawning over me - it's for one reason and one reason only - and they are the same dudes who throw out bait for EVERY girl, regardless of how she looks. :nod: I know their game, and I have never and will never fall for it.

I don't drool

And I appreciate it. The best guy friends I have are the ones who are NOT nice to me all the time. Regardless, I did gain 20 lbs and now that I know what caused it, I can cut that out of my diet and try to lose it. I even hired a personal trainer, but he tried to kill me... :angry7: I fired his ass. I should have known - he rides a cruiser.

I'm with Guitarman on this one- I just never wanted to grow old and be fat - just like every other person (male or female) in my family. :thumb:

NewRider

11-15-2010, 10:16 AM

I do it for me and the bishes...everyone wins...

bluewave18

11-15-2010, 10:23 AM

I do it because I don't want to get older and all out of shape like most people you see.

Squoddybody

11-15-2010, 10:24 AM

Not that you're all that big, BUT drinking at 6AM can't be helping matters.....

A glass of wine is supposed to be good for me. :D At least that's my story and I'm sticking to it. Besides, I'm going to have to be able to fall asleep soon, and the wine will help. :thumb:

yeoljb

11-15-2010, 10:26 AM

A glass of wine is supposed to be good for me. :D At least that's my story and I'm sticking to it. Besides, I'm going to have to be able to fall asleep soon, and the wine will help. :thumb:

A glass of wine is good for you but a bottle of wine is even better.......:thumb:

bluewave18

11-15-2010, 10:29 AM

A glass of wine is good for you but a bottle of wine is even better.......:thumb:

Especially if you're trying to PIITB :D

PYROBUG51

11-15-2010, 10:31 AM

Especially if you're trying to PIITB :D

:rofl::rofl::rofl::thumb::notworthy:

Squoddybody

11-15-2010, 10:31 AM

A glass of wine is good for you but a bottle of wine is even better.......:thumb:

:eek3: One glass made me tipsy - you can imagine what an entire bottle would do to me. :er: No, thanks. I have to be a little alert!

yeoljb

11-15-2010, 10:32 AM

Especially if you're trying to PIITB :D

It's good for that too...........:rofl:

bluewave18

11-15-2010, 10:37 AM

I'm not one to settle for tipsy.

PYROBUG51

11-15-2010, 10:39 AM

I'm not one to settle for tipsy.

STONED?:keke:

FLYIN'DUC

11-15-2010, 10:39 AM

Hey B. see even tho ur a little chunky I will be happy to bring over a bottle of whatever it takes to be able to do what these guys are talking about:keke:

yeoljb

11-15-2010, 10:40 AM

I'm not one to settle for tipsy.

Me neither.... I don't half ass anything.

kdog22

11-15-2010, 10:44 AM

I've always worked out for basically all of the above. Be and feel healthier and have more evergy. Look better, get stronger, do more and getting less winded. I'm slacking right now and need to get the gym back in my routine.

bluewave18

11-15-2010, 10:44 AM

Hey B. see even tho ur a little chunky I will be happy to bring over a bottle of whatever it takes to be able to do what these guys are talking about:keke:

A bottles ass. I will bring a box. :rofl:

yeoljb

11-15-2010, 10:46 AM

A bottles ass. I will bring a box. :rofl:

I think this thread has been jacked. Stay on topic please.......Unless SB wants to continue........:keke:

anatram

11-15-2010, 10:50 AM

I think this thread has been jacked. Stay on topic please.......Unless SB wants to continue........:keke:

I don't mind the thread jack, but if this falls through with a box of chardonnay, you better post some damn pics.

Squoddybody

11-15-2010, 10:51 AM

I think this thread has been jacked. Stay on topic please.......Unless SB wants to continue........:keke:

By all means - bring a bottle AND a box and we can have a three some. I hear it's a good way to work off excessive pounds.
:eek3:

And I still say it's because we want to be healthier and live longer and look better. It's all the in the name of vanity. :thumb:

bluewave18

11-15-2010, 10:52 AM

She strikes me as a semi sweet red kinda girl

bluewave18

11-15-2010, 10:52 AM

By all means - bring a bottle AND a box and we can have a three some. I hear it's a good way to work off excessive pounds.
:eek3:

And I still say it's because we want to be healthier and live longer and look better. It's all the in the name of vanity. :thumb:

I knew it :rofl:

yeoljb

11-15-2010, 10:57 AM

bluewave18

11-15-2010, 11:00 AM

I told you making wine was a good idea. Its time to get it rolling.

yeoljb

11-15-2010, 11:01 AM

I'm still saving bottles. When are you gonna get started????

po-po 5.0

11-15-2010, 11:02 AM

It's all the in the name of vanity. :thumb:

Absolutely. If I thought I could eat whatever I want, weigh 375, and still get the same quality of ass........I'd never go to the gym.

Squoddybody

11-15-2010, 11:06 AM

Absolutely. If I thought I could eat whatever I want, weigh 375, and still get the same quality of ass........I'd never go to the gym.

:thumb: Me, too!

FLYIN'DUC

11-15-2010, 11:41 AM

I,m on my way with the bottle, whoever is bringing the case come on, ok B better get ready:keke: NO swordfighting tho

bluewave18

11-15-2010, 11:43 AM

Is accidental contact acceptable?

yeoljb

11-15-2010, 11:55 AM

No, absolutely not........Well, accidents do happen in confined spaces.

bluewave18

11-15-2010, 12:04 PM

:rofl: Shit happens

FLYIN'DUC

11-15-2010, 12:15 PM

Yall keep bumping uglies, while I take care of B:nod:

Guitar Man

11-15-2010, 10:51 PM

I look at it like the more time you spend in the gym the less time you will spend in bed when your old. And as hard as it is, it really pays to eat right. I can tell the difference when I eat bad as opposed to eating good.

I've never had a problem pushing the plate away if I was full. I know the extra food will just be extra weight I will have to carry around and don't think its worth the money lost. I'm the type of guy that can have one or two cookies or a couple of scoops of ice cream and be satisfied.

If I had one single word of advice to anyone it's give up the sodas. I did about 6yrs ago and instantly felt better. And people wonder why diabeties is so prevalent now days.

Sorry, ranting a little.

Shinobi

11-25-2010, 08:54 PM

Cocaine! :thumb:

SPYDER BITE

11-29-2010, 07:07 PM

I can see as usual Tim doesn't know when to STFU, you would think he would learn after all the BS last month...he will never learn but I am taking notes.

springguy77373

11-29-2010, 11:43 PM

I think I feel better over all mentally and physically when I workout...That's my motivation..

bonez409

11-30-2010, 12:19 AM

I like to breath when I'm tucked, with that big @$$ Gas tank on the old 1100 . It kind of limits belly room. I'm married so I don't give a damn about the bishes, but it would nice to be able to get a look.

Princess

11-30-2010, 12:40 AM

Brandy, I noticed that the 20lbs you're talking about seems to have all went to your thighs. :hs:

bonez409

11-30-2010, 01:29 AM

oh ya, Been doing yoga to strech the legs for running and tirns out it helps relax in full tuck, hell I can fold all origomy now.

ArianaLocke

11-30-2010, 03:25 AM

My motivation is not to turn out like anyone on my mother's side, or my two half sisters. They are all obese and my family has a history of diabetes. And it doesn't hurt to have a rocking' body, so that's just a little extra motivation hehehe.

bluewave18

11-30-2010, 08:03 AM

ArianaLocke

11-30-2010, 08:12 AM

If that is you in the pic you're doing something right.

Yep, that's me at the gun range, shooting a sig .45. :D

Rael

11-30-2010, 08:27 AM

I started because I needed to lose weight, but after a certain point my OCD took over and now it feels weird when I miss a workout. Weird enough that I avoid missing them.

Grinchy

11-30-2010, 10:01 AM

I bought a years membership to 24Hr Fitness, didn't go once I'm ashamed to say :angry7:
I have no motivation at all :sad:

Grinchy

11-30-2010, 10:04 AM

I can see as usual Tim doesn't know when to STFU, you would think he would learn after all the BS last month...he will never learn but I am taking notes.

:rofl:
sick 'im Lisa :rofl:

tonyt915

11-30-2010, 10:08 AM

SPYDER BITE

11-30-2010, 10:22 AM

:rofl:
sick 'im Lisa :rofl:

Hahahaha just bustin his chops for grins:D I have grown accustomed to his shinanigins:keke:

babymilo36

11-30-2010, 10:24 AM

Squoddybody

11-30-2010, 11:10 AM

Brandy, I noticed that the 20lbs you're talking about seems to have all went to your thighs. :hs:

:crying:

Hahahaha just bustin his chops for grins:D I have grown accustomed to his shinanigins:keke:

:keke: THIS is why her marriage has lasted... :thumb:

I woke up at 5 and ran this morning with my son. :D Yay! I feel great!

Princess

11-30-2010, 11:48 AM

SPYDER BITE

11-30-2010, 11:58 AM

:crying:

:keke: THIS is why her marriage has lasted... :thumb:

I woke up at 5 and ran this morning with my son. :D Yay! I feel great!

Absolutlely Brandy the fact that I can handle his constant flirtatious nature and I kinda like him too helps.:thumb:

SpeedCheeser

11-30-2010, 12:07 PM

I just went through a few of those pages on BB.com. Holy hell it's amazing how much some of those people changed in just a few short months. I REALLY need to do something myself. I'm getting tired of being so skinny with a little belly.

Yeah, it's nuts. I actually found one of our member's posts in that thread. Quite an impressive transformation from him too.

Squoddybody

11-30-2010, 12:28 PM

Yeah, it's nuts. I actually found one of our member's posts in that thread. Quite an impressive transformation from him too.

:nod:

Amazing, really. Dnix, I think has a thread on here about his transformation. I followed the P90X for about two months this past summer - I definitely got into better shape athletically. I went from barely being about to get through half a workout to being able to complete every workout, but I didn't see a change in my body. :sad: I think the diet that goes along with that program is important in the weight loss. Overall it's a good workout. I didn't follow their diet.

nqnguyen2

11-30-2010, 12:29 PM

I hit the gym and work on personal health for many reasons but here are a few.

+ In an emergency situation I can protect those that I care about without any doubts.

+ I want to grow old and healthy.

+ I'm a small guy (5'5") so I want to at possess at least average strength and size.

+ I like being able to perform physical exertions with minimal effort and feel normal afterward.

+ Build credibility and help others be healthier and happier.

nqnguyen2

11-30-2010, 12:30 PM

Squoddybody

11-30-2010, 12:33 PM

After several years of working out, DIET is the key. Never eat to be full but eat to be 'not hungry'. Everything in moderation.

You're preaching to the choir when it comes to weight loss. :D

I am one of the healthiest eaters I know. For some odd reason, not changing my diet or exercise routine, I gained weight and started getting sick. I still haven't figured out what is making me sick and probably won't be able to lose the weight until I do. Some of it is just swelling - pitting edema, especially in my legs. :shrug: I've had blood work, and tried numerous 'special' diets, but to be honest the very best I've felt this year was when (under my dr's supervision) I fasted for seven days.

nqnguyen2

11-30-2010, 12:39 PM

You're preaching to the choir when it comes to weight loss. :D

I am one of the healthiest eaters I know. For some odd reason, not changing my diet or exercise routine, I gained weight and started getting sick. I still haven't figured out what is making me sick and probably won't be able to lose the weight until I do. Some of it is just swelling - pitting edema, especially in my legs. :shrug: I've had blood work, and tried numerous 'special' diets, but to be honest the very best I've felt this year was when (under my dr's supervision) I fasted for seven days.

Damn, that's really interesting. For me, in retrospect, I realized at one point that I was hitting the gym too hard too much and should have taken at least 7 days break because I got much weaker, smaller, and more tired.

Have you seen a doctor about that edema? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edema

NewRider

11-30-2010, 12:44 PM

I bought a years membership to 24Hr Fitness, didn't go once I'm ashamed to say :angry7:
I have no motivation at all :sad:

My sister did the same thing, Except she went like for the first two weeks...I told her to just do the P90X with me at home, but she had none of it because she said the gym would motivate her...no one can motivate you but yourself...Don't be ashamed, just find that motivation.

I just went through a few of those pages on BB.com. Holy hell it's amazing how much some of those people changed in just a few short months. I REALLY need to do something myself. I'm getting tired of being so skinny with a little belly.

Dude, I didn't get super ripped but I def have definition on my abs and the rest of my body is getting pretty cut up. P90x Is awesome if you just follow through with it. I'm looking to get my hands on INSANITY, I hear that one is a Killer.

:nod:

Amazing, really. Dnix, I think has a thread on here about his transformation. I followed the P90X for about two months this past summer - I definitely got into better shape athletically. I went from barely being about to get through half a workout to being able to complete every workout, but I didn't see a change in my body. :sad: I think the diet that goes along with that program is important in the weight loss. Overall it's a good workout. I didn't follow their diet.

I had a bit of problem with the diet, for the first 1 and a half month I would try to do it to the T...But it got expensive and time consuming...So I just stayed as close as possible for the day and ate small meals...Worked well.

Squoddybody

11-30-2010, 12:46 PM

Damn, that's really interesting. For me, in retrospect, I realized at one point that I was hitting the gym too hard too much and should have taken at least 7 days break because I got much weaker, smaller, and more tired.

Have you seen a doctor about that edema? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edema

Technically, no. My dad is a dr. He's ordered blood work and diet changes, but we can't pinpoint anything. :-/

I gained a lot of weight when I got pregnant with my daughter - stayed heavy through the next pregnancy, then when my son was six months I began my healthy lifestyle. I lost about 80 lbs and managed to keep it off until Jan-Feb of this year (nine years maintained). Now I can't do anything to lose it save anorexia, and I just don't have that in me. :D

SpeedCheeser

11-30-2010, 12:53 PM

:nod:

Amazing, really. Dnix, I think has a thread on here about his transformation. I followed the P90X for about two months this past summer - I definitely got into better shape athletically. I went from barely being about to get through half a workout to being able to complete every workout, but I didn't see a change in my body. :sad: I think the diet that goes along with that program is important in the weight loss. Overall it's a good workout. I didn't follow their diet.

No matter what program you're on, diet is key. If your numbers aren't in line or at least close, you won't see the results you're looking for. Basically, for weight loss, your calories in have to be less than calories out. Eat too much, and you gain weight, eat just enough and your body uses it as energy, eat too little and your body is scared it's not going to be fed and slows down your metabolism and clings to fat stores (from what I've read, though it's debated by some).

SpeedCheeser

11-30-2010, 12:55 PM

Dude, I didn't get super ripped but I def have definition on my abs and the rest of my body is getting pretty cut up. P90x Is awesome if you just follow through with it. I'm looking to get my hands on INSANITY, I hear that one is a Killer.

For insanity, I couldn't make it all the way through the fitness test. It's brutal. I've never been to big on endurance type activities...but damn.

Squoddybody

11-30-2010, 12:56 PM

No matter what program you're on, diet is key. If your numbers aren't in line or at least close, you won't see the results you're looking for. Basically, for weight loss, your calories in have to be less than calories out. Eat too much, and you gain weight, eat just enough and your body uses it as energy, eat too little and your body is scared it's not going to be fed and slows down your metabolism and clings to fat stores (from what I've read, though it's debated by some).

You quoted too soon. I know all about diet and exercise. But thanks for your input, anyway. :thumb:

Nightster Ridester

11-30-2010, 01:09 PM

What about this Transformation? lol
Before (Reign of Fire)
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/__muqoyVIHf4/TK-y1JPwKZI/AAAAAAAAAYo/R3lUZqfLE9M/s1600/Christian-Bale.jpg

After (The Machinist)
http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l74pnqcWo01qav174o1_500.jpg
http://www.neogaf.com/~tyler/machinist.jpg

SpeedCheeser

11-30-2010, 01:12 PM

^ Holy shit...I would have declined that role I'm pretty sure. Then again, I'm not getting paid in the millions.

Nightster Ridester

11-30-2010, 01:16 PM

It's amazing how movie stars can transform in such a little time. I believe he got down to 110+- lbs. I'll try to find other movie star weight transformations

springguy77373

11-30-2010, 01:18 PM

Nightster Ridester

11-30-2010, 01:36 PM

Rober De Niro (Cape Fear)
http://img.listal.com/image/1388546/500full.jpg
http://bocadoinferno.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/cabo-do-medo-3.jpg

Stallone (Expendables)
Before
http://img.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2007/03_01/stalloneDM1303_468x608.jpg

After
http://peakperformancelifestyle.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/082709_SL_Stallone06.jpg

Will Smith (I am Legend)
http://i.abimg.net/images/answers/131233/1843108/junewills.jpg?1290580798a
Will Smith (Ali)
http://www.bet.com/Assets/BET/Published/image/jpeg/ae56f55a-90e5-2a0a-7f8c-a998f73e3a22-willAli.jpg

Russel Crowe (Gladiator)
Before
http://i.usatoday.net/life/gallery/day/migrated-media/crowe_l070917.jpg

After
http://www.cairns.com.au/images/uploadedfiles/editorial/pictures/2009/04/22/gladiator-1.jpg

Mark Wahlberg (Fighter)
Before
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_m_0vQ6-0hFU/S6pjuRf1DQI/AAAAAAAAC9A/n86oiKg7lXY/s1600/Mark-Wahlberg-Fat.jpg

After
http://images.dailyfill.com/8808ed0928d64294_8a35f6886a1704b1_o.jpg

SpeedCheeser

11-30-2010, 01:36 PM

It's amazing how movie stars can transform in such a little time. I believe he got down to 110+- lbs. I'll try to find other movie star weight transformations

To a degree, yes, but then you have to factor in that they simply don't have real life issues to deal with. They basically have an unlimited bank account to hire whoever they want to tell them what do and eat and when to do it, even prepare the meals for them. Plus, that's essentially their job - all they have to do is follow their exercise/diet program without worrying about other things like work. Then of course, the motivation behind it all, is once you hit your goal and shoot the film, you get $10million.

I'm not trying to discredit their achievements and dedication, but they have certain advantages that us common folk don't.

Nightster Ridester

11-30-2010, 01:40 PM

^^^^Totally Agree

Princess

11-30-2010, 02:33 PM

:nod:

Amazing, really. Dnix, I think has a thread on here about his transformation. I followed the P90X for about two months this past summer - I definitely got into better shape athletically. I went from barely being about to get through half a workout to being able to complete every workout, but I didn't see a change in my body. :sad: I think the diet that goes along with that program is important in the weight loss. Overall it's a good workout. I didn't follow their diet.

Eating right may be a killer for me since I can't stand fruits or vegetables. Luckily I don't have a problem with bodyfat except around my midsection. I'm sure cutting back/out the 6ish sodas and Starbucks would help that problem, A LOT. I recently found out I have an old friend from jr high that does personal training and has a lot of happy customers and he's muuuuuch cheaper than doing it at a gym. I'll probably try him out for a few months to see how I like him. If he works, then I get healthier overall for cheap. If I don't three months with him is still well under 1 month or rent for my 1 br apartment.

bluewave18

11-30-2010, 03:52 PM

Where is Kelly Blair when you need him? Now he was a trainer!

Guitar Man

11-30-2010, 06:14 PM

Those actor transformations are crazy. Christian Bale ate a can of tuna and an apple a day to loose all that weight. I bet his energy level was for shit though.

I think one of the biggest demotivating factors involve diet. You can have a killer workout plan, but if you don't change your diet you wont see results and eventually get burned out and not want to go to the gym any longer. Lets face it. If you are still eating tons of potato chips and gallons of ice cream (not saying anyone on here is, just for examples sake) not to mention all the other bad habits that us humans aquire. You will be hard pressed to see any results.

wever411

11-30-2010, 09:35 PM

I think one of the biggest demotivating factors involve diet. You can have a killer workout plan, but if you don't change your diet you wont see results and eventually get burned out and not want to go to the gym any longer. Lets face it. If you are still eating tons of potato chips and gallons of ice cream (not saying anyone on here is, just for examples sake) not to mention all the other bad habits that us humans aquire. You will be hard pressed to see any results.

indeed, that's why they say abs are made in the kitchen

Grinchy

11-30-2010, 09:51 PM

Hahahaha just bustin his chops for grins:D I have grown accustomed to his shinanigins:keke:

I reckon you're aiming about 2' to high :keke:

Azylum

12-02-2010, 12:12 AM

The best motivation I had is when Azylum lived with me, I would see his fatass then haul ass to the gym and pray I don't end up like him when I get old. Now that hes gone ive been slacking off going to the gym

you little faggot pecker. you had better pray to GOD that you look half as good as i do when youre my age. ive got eight years on you, and you already look 40. damn it must suck to be you....or at least it will. :keke:

Squoddybody

12-06-2010, 03:31 PM

The past is my strongest motivation. I'm about to the point where I'm desperate. :sad:

kodeko

12-06-2010, 05:22 PM

Desperate?

Squoddybody

12-06-2010, 05:37 PM

Desperate?

Yes. I really hate the way I look. I hate that my clothes are tight, or that I had to buy a bigger size. I hate that my face is getting round. I hate that my legs are so big that my jeans are even tight around my calves. I hate that my feet swell up so much that my shoes won't fit comfortably...

I'm pretty much done with this illness and weight gain. :nod:

I know there is not a magic pill - I do exercise and I do watch everything I eat. To be honest, I really don't know what else I can do. I guess it's true what they say about the middle age spread - I used to think they just got fat and lazy. Now I know that's not true at all.

JMAC

12-06-2010, 05:42 PM

Walk till you can jog, jog till you can run, run till you can sprint.......problem solved

Squoddybody

12-06-2010, 05:44 PM

Walk till you can jog, jog till you can run, run till you can sprint.......problem solved

:thumb: Started running last week with my son. :D

Nightster Ridester

12-06-2010, 08:01 PM

Well, I started to try to lose weight and become healthier starting this week. I can truely say that I'm motivated by my wedding coming up in about 7 months. After reading this thread I went back and looked at some of my younger pics and couldn't believe how lazy and out of shape I am. It actually first the first time in my life made me sad to see my health. So today I started eating healthier and exercising. I must say that I feel better already just by doin the right thing. What also helped me get goin was looking thru the website that was posted earlier on in the thread with all the body transformations. So from today I have 221 days till my wedding. I'm 6'2'' 280 and hoping to get down in the low 200's by then. My fiance also is in the same boat so it helps that we have each other pushing one another. I hope to post Update info as the journey continues. Maybe even progress pics

SpeedCheeser

12-06-2010, 10:17 PM

Yes. I really hate the way I look. I hate that my clothes are tight, or that I had to buy a bigger size. I hate that my face is getting round. I hate that my legs are so big that my jeans are even tight around my calves. I hate that my feet swell up so much that my shoes won't fit comfortably...

I'm pretty much done with this illness and weight gain. :nod:

I know there is not a magic pill - I do exercise and I do watch everything I eat. To be honest, I really don't know what else I can do. I guess it's true what they say about the middle age spread - I used to think they just got fat and lazy. Now I know that's not true at all.

Remember that you also have to be eating enough to lose weight. Some say that eating too little throws your body into "survival mode" in a sense, in that it slows down your metabolism and clings to fat stores as much as possible. Make sure you're getting in an adequate amount of protein every day to maintain lean body mass while using fat stores for energy.

Maybe try this out:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/guides/

That's a good start for anyone to take a look at to help understand diet and how the body works. I thought it gave a lot of insight and really helped my girlfriend learn some things.

Squoddybody

12-07-2010, 08:39 AM

Remember that you also have to be eating enough to lose weight. Some say that eating too little throws your body into "survival mode" in a sense, in that it slows down your metabolism and clings to fat stores as much as possible. Make sure you're getting in an adequate amount of protein every day to maintain lean body mass while using fat stores for energy.

Maybe try this out:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/guides/

That's a good start for anyone to take a look at to help understand diet and how the body works. I thought it gave a lot of insight and really helped my girlfriend learn some things.

Thanks! I typically eat meals about 200-600 calories = 1200 calories a day. It should be plenty for my height/desired weight maintenance. I'll give this site a read, though. :thumb:

7cain

12-28-2010, 09:00 PM

I suppose my reasons for exercise differ from most. :shrug: I was raised as a gymnast and martial artist from the age of 7. When some physical complications interrupted my competitive status I started to let things slide when I was about 21. Gained weight over a few years got over 190 and started to feel like shyte, plus I couldn't do most of the things I spent my childhood doing. Enough became enough, I started teaching gymnastics again and dropped 45lbs in about two weeks. I developed my own exercise regiment and got everyone I knew loosing weight in a very short period of time. Then I moved to the hill country and started working in a place that my exercises where no longer possible during the day and I didn't do them at night, the result was gaining 40lbs back. Moved back to H-Town over 2yrs after having my son and said to myself "How will I inspire my son if I am not in shape?" Regiment re instituted only in a condensed version due to work environment. 34yrs old 6' tall and 155lbs and still flippin:D My son has excelled in every physical aspect with other children his age and I'd like to think I have something to do with that!:thumb:
First pic back in the day, second one is current (I'm the one in the middle of the air:D)

Miss Behave

12-28-2010, 09:33 PM

7cain

12-29-2010, 12:01 AM

Competition motivates me! That and the fact that it's kewl that you can be around so much fast food and junk temptation and have enough willpower to resist! And enough perseverance to go to the gym, park, dojo, whatever. It's a compliment when people look at you and think "wow that person is dedicated" sooo keep it up:walk:

Miss Behave I agree that it is kewl to avoid fast food and junk temtation which is most likely responsible for weight gain in the first place, but a few simple exercises can counter most of that (to a degree, I don't mean "supersize me"). Everyone has there own flow (metabolism ((not that you don't know that)) speaking rhetorically) Blah Blah, I know that everyone here has done calorie counting and P90X with muscle confusion but I think things fail here. I agree that consumption should equal exersion for arguments sake but why not take it a step further? In stead of working out one time a day for an extended period of time, why not do it throughout the day?! When I was younger I had enough energy to spend 4hrs a night at the gym and we exercised different aspects of our body, but now I'm older. I can't keep up with a 4hr a night 5 day a week regiment! I need something to maintain my lower back arthritis and the stress fractures in my hips. I've seen everyone I know that has done P90X drop out after a few months. I don't disagree with the muscle confusion process, in fact I agree, it just takes too much time out of my day to do it their way. Break that shyte up over a few shorter workouts a day and use your own bodyweight (i.e. pushups, situps, squats, lunges, handstand pushups!)

nqnguyen2

12-29-2010, 12:12 AM

Competition motivates me! That and the fact that it's kewl that you can be around so much fast food and junk temptation and have enough willpower to resist! And enough perseverance to go to the gym, park, dojo, whatever. It's a compliment when people look at you and think "wow that person is dedicated" sooo keep it up:walk:

Ditto, people look at me and think I'm superman in the face of french fries and fastfood.

Miss Behave I agree that it is kewl to avoid fast food and junk temtation which is most likely responsible for weight gain in the first place, but a few simple exercises can counter most of that (to a degree, I don't mean "supersize me"). Everyone has there own flow (metabolism ((not that you don't know that)) speaking rhetorically) Blah Blah, I know that everyone here has done calorie counting and P90X with muscle confusion but I think things fail here. I agree that consumption should equal exersion for arguments sake but why not take it a step further? In stead of working out one time a day for an extended period of time, why not do it throughout the day?! When I was younger I had enough energy to spend 4hrs a night at the gym and we exercised different aspects of our body, but now I'm older. I can't keep up with a 4hr a night 5 day a week regiment! I need something to maintain my lower back arthritis and the stress fractures in my hips. I've seen everyone I know that has done P90X drop out after a few months. I don't disagree with the muscle confusion process, in fact I agree, it just takes too much time out of my day to do it their way. Break that shyte up over a few shorter workouts a day and use your own bodyweight (i.e. pushups, situps, squats, lunges, handstand pushups!)

Sometimes it's not that feasible for students, on-call workers, and full-timers.

Miss Behave

12-29-2010, 09:22 AM

Miss Behave I agree that it is kewl to avoid fast food and junk temtation which is most likely responsible for weight gain in the first place, but a few simple exercises can counter most of that (to a degree, I don't mean "supersize me"). Everyone has there own flow (metabolism ((not that you don't know that)) speaking rhetorically) Blah Blah, I know that everyone here has done calorie counting and P90X with muscle confusion but I think things fail here. I agree that consumption should equal exersion for arguments sake but why not take it a step further? In stead of working out one time a day for an extended period of time, why not do it throughout the day?! When I was younger I had enough energy to spend 4hrs a night at the gym and we exercised different aspects of our body, but now I'm older. I can't keep up with a 4hr a night 5 day a week regiment! I need something to maintain my lower back arthritis and the stress fractures in my hips. I've seen everyone I know that has done P90X drop out after a few months. I don't disagree with the muscle confusion process, in fact I agree, it just takes too much time out of my day to do it their way. Break that shyte up over a few shorter workouts a day and use your own bodyweight (i.e. pushups, situps, squats, lunges, handstand pushups!)

Yes working out counters out much of the "bad food" we eat, but imagine how much faster your progress would be if you ate even better :) And you don't need to workout 4 hours a day anymore. ..just workout with me :D nowadays research is showing you can get a 30 min workout as effective as an hour workout, try Tabata training! Google it or PM me if you want more info. It kicks your butt!

BoostJunky

12-29-2010, 09:37 AM

my motivation is just the feeling of accomplishment i'll have. My goal is to get in badass shape again and run the Houston marathon January 2012.

paniro187

12-29-2010, 11:50 AM

my motivation is just the feeling of accomplishment i'll have. My goal is to get in badass shape again and run the Houston marathon January 2012.if you are not already entered for the chevron one you're too late.

DepPravacion

12-29-2010, 12:10 PM

For me it's the difference a year makes... I gained 20+ lbs in the last year due to health issues that I THINK I'm finally getting under control. I don't like what I see when I look in the mirror everyday. I went from this photo to blah.

i wouldnt fret girl, you can go get that back in a couple months! have more sex and start burning more calories:eekspin:

7cain

12-29-2010, 12:10 PM

Yes working out counters out much of the "bad food" we eat, but imagine how much faster your progress would be if you ate even better :) And you don't need to workout 4 hours a day anymore. ..just workout with me :D nowadays research is showing you can get a 30 min workout as effective as an hour workout, try Tabata training! Google it or PM me if you want more info. It kicks your butt!

I can't argue with that, my 4hr gym days are over (and by gym I mean gymnasium) and that was only when I was competing. Thanks I will check out Tabata.

BoostJunky

12-29-2010, 12:11 PM

if you are not already entered for the chevron one you're too late.

for 2012?

HMFIC

12-29-2010, 12:42 PM

Anyone eat food prepared by myfitfood?

JMAC

12-29-2010, 12:49 PM

Anyone eat food prepared by myfitfood?

I tried a couple different things from there last week and thought it was good.
Turkey lasagna and chicken something were both better than average.

paniro187

12-29-2010, 01:35 PM

for 2012?oh i meant the one for this year. I entered soon as it reg started and it was closed in like a couple hours.

7cain

12-29-2010, 05:18 PM

I am not much a weight lifting guy (aside from my own body, and maybe a set of dumb bells, or a medicine ball), unless you have specific areas of strength you need built up or you are a body builder. These are also good exercises, it's amazing how quick you can approach muscle failure!:thumb:

7cain

12-30-2010, 12:49 AM

Attachment fail.... :shrug:

bjaz54

12-30-2010, 12:56 AM

I used to be VERY motivated because of sports and nothing better to do.

Now I can't find any inspiration to work out again. :-/ Oh, how things change.

werd

01-17-2011, 07:12 PM

Princess

01-17-2011, 07:41 PM

:eek3::eek3::eek3::eek3:

RojerLockless

02-24-2011, 07:19 PM

not wanting to revert to my previous fat-assedness...

before/after ~50lbs

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v168/werdbitch/155381_475349956596_558316596_5627215_3177045_n.jp g

my goal; 30 more lbs:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v168/werdbitch/my%20pics/HPIM0364.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v168/werdbitch/my%20pics/outfit.jpg

Looking sexy as ever Amber

SteveohhXdank

02-24-2011, 07:29 PM

My occupation is Managing Corporate gyms so im always in one at work basically my motivation along side from the fact before starting working out i was 115Lbs 5'2 and still can't hold weight but as of today i weight 136lbs and now 5'4 :D

dbuck

02-24-2011, 07:37 PM

i wondered what the hell happened to Amber! Totally MIA...Nice work girl!

anyhow, I need to lay off the 10 o' clock ice cream shit....but living in Houston and looking around at all the fat people is enough motivation to keep me from being morbidly obese.

bluewave18

02-24-2011, 08:58 PM

I cheat like an over paid baseball player. I get highly motivated for 12-16 weeks of 1.5 hrs a day 5 days a week. Then lay out for a few months keeping most of it and getting the rest. I do this twice a year and stay in pretty good shape. The other night I was having drinks with a friend I see avery few weeks. I have been back in the gym for 2 weeks. She looked at me and asked what the hell I was on. Thats only 2 weeks in the gym.

anatram

02-28-2011, 07:06 AM

wever411

02-28-2011, 08:10 AM

I had my wife in the gym with me on Saturday, she is normally a cardio bunny. She says I don't have enough motivation cause I work out every other day.

I had her doing squats and deadlifts, and man she is a fucking beast for only being 98 pounds. She was banging out sets like a freaking pro.

Unfortunatley she hates me today cause she is sore as fuck. :keke:
haha, wife was hating me yesterday too cause I made her do full squats(below parallel).

anatram

02-28-2011, 08:23 AM

haha, wife was hating me yesterday too cause I made her do full squats(below parallel).

Ass to grass with dumbells. :notworthy:

I cant stand regular barbell squats anymore after doing them with dumbells. I feel a better burn in my whole leg using dumbells.

I will get a few heavy reps in with a barbell, but when I really want to killl my self I'll grabb a set of 110's and sling them up half cocked like I'm going to shoulder press them. I will pound out a few sets of these ass to grass.

Saturday I pounded pretty hard and was puking in the grass by the time I was done.

My wife thinks I have lost my mind.

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 09:41 AM

I Just want to be as big and strong as possible.... I dunno guess its just a case of Bigorexia lol

anatram

02-28-2011, 09:43 AM

I Just want to be as big and strong as possible.... I dunno guess its just a case of Bigorexia lol

I don't want the six pack, I want to be the truck that delivers the six pack.

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 09:48 AM

txferrari

02-28-2011, 09:57 AM

I only get down to that bodyfat If I plan to compete... which has been years now, lol. now im more worried about pushing my lifts heavier! breaking 700lb squat is a goal for this year, and over 800lb deadlift

Good god man. lol.

I've been getting into the gym 3 times a week now for a good 6 months. I don't do a hard core workout, but I do hit weights for a hour. I am on the Winstrol so that has helped bulk me up a bit.

I can def feel and see the changes. I still need to cut fat, but I'm going to bulk up first, then diet.

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 10:13 AM

Good god man. lol.

I've been getting into the gym 3 times a week now for a good 6 months. I don't do a hard core workout, but I do hit weights for a hour. I am on the Winstrol so that has helped bulk me up a bit.

I can def feel and see the changes. I still need to cut fat, but I'm going to bulk up first, then diet.

Stay away from that shit bro! winny should not be cycled by itself, it shuts you down. My advice to you depending on how far youve come is to get some prop, run it a remaining 4 weeks, stop the winny as soon as you start the prop. Get some arimidex and run it the following 2 weeks after a week of your last prop shot....

anatram

02-28-2011, 10:13 AM

Good god man. lol.

I've been getting into the gym 3 times a week now for a good 6 months. I don't do a hard core workout, but I do hit weights for a hour. I am on the Winstrol so that has helped bulk me up a bit.

I can def feel and see the changes. I still need to cut fat, but I'm going to bulk up first, then diet.

A little thing that I learned, is that it is easier to cut body fat now and get it down before you bulk, it not you will wind up putting on more bodyfat and attribute those gains as lean mass.

I made that mistake once before. I thought fuck it, I've got a gut, might as well bulk up then drop the body fat. It was counter productive. You cna cut body fat an dbulk at the same time if you watch what you eat, lift heavy.

I am so sick and tired of fucking fish and chicken. I've got fucking gills and a beak for Christ's sake.

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 10:14 AM

Triple bypass surgery 3 years ago motivates me.

I work out because I sure would like to live a little longer and see the grandkids grow up.

keep it up brother!

bluewave18

02-28-2011, 10:19 AM

I have not been in the gym since Fri. This thread is motivating me. :thumb:

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 10:26 AM

I have not been in the gym since Fri. This thread is motivating me. :thumb:

get your ass in the gym bro! youre looking kinda small lately! hahaha motivating yet?

SpeedCheeser

02-28-2011, 10:28 AM

I had my wife in the gym with me on Saturday, she is normally a cardio bunny. She says I don't have enough motivation cause I work out every other day.

I had her doing squats and deadlifts, and man she is a fucking beast for only being 98 pounds. She was banging out sets like a freaking pro.

Unfortunatley she hates me today cause she is sore as fuck. :keke:

Now that she's had a day to rest, see if you can get her in the gym again today to do it all over again and see who doesn't have enough motivation :keke:

anatram

02-28-2011, 10:31 AM

get your ass in the gym bro! youre looking kinda small lately! hahaha motivating yet?

That's the shittiest thing to say, :rofl: I fucking hate when people say that shit to me. Fucking haterz

SpeedCheeser

02-28-2011, 10:31 AM

A little thing that I learned, is that it is easier to cut body fat now and get it down before you bulk, it not you will wind up putting on more bodyfat and attribute those gains as lean mass.

I have a little bit of a gut. Not really big by most American standards, but it's more than I want about 19-20% bf. I've started putting on a little bulk, but I'm no where near as big as I want to be. Right now it just seems more beneficial for me to work on growing a bit and cutting down a little later. I don't necessarily have any major goals in mind, but thinking I'll continue trying with the bulk at least into the summer, and then cut down again.

Or maybe just go on a permanent bulk. :D

anatram

02-28-2011, 10:31 AM

Now that she's had a day to rest, see if you can get her in the gym again today to do it all over again and see who doesn't have enough motivation :keke:

Nope, she was on the bike at 05:30 this morning as I was walking out the door.

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 10:32 AM

That's the shittiest thing to say, :rofl: I fucking hate when people say that shit to me. Fucking haterz

haha honestly Id rather be called a fatass then "small"! lolz

bluewave18

02-28-2011, 10:33 AM

get your ass in the gym bro! youre looking kinda small lately! hahaha motivating yet?

I'm feeling kinda small. I will feel better tonight. It's pin night.

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 10:34 AM

I have a little bit of a gut. Not really big by most American standards, but it's more than I want about 19-20% bf. I've started putting on a little bulk, but I'm no where near as big as I want to be. Right now it just seems more beneficial for me to work on growing a bit and cutting down a little later. I don't necessarily have any major goals in mind, but thinking I'll continue trying with the bulk at least into the summer, and then cut down again.

Or maybe just go on a permanent bulk. :D

its possible to gain LBM while dropping bodyfat. Its not easy though, lol. especially if youve been lifting for years

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 10:36 AM

I'm feeling kinda small. I will feel better tonight. It's pin night.

hahaha pull in a few extra cc's for good measure ;-)

anatram

02-28-2011, 10:46 AM

haha honestly Id rather be called a fatass then "small"! lolz

Damn,
Im fucked I guess, I always get, " damn your fucking huge for a lil guy":-/

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 10:55 AM

Damn,
Im fucked I guess, I always get, " damn your fucking huge for a lil guy":-/

how tall are you? Shorter guys have great leverage advantage! id be beasting it up too if i was short.

txferrari

02-28-2011, 10:58 AM

keep it up brother!

Hey Poop.

PM me, I got some questions since you seem to have a good opinion on things.

I have my group of friends who use the juice. But with everything, everyone has different opinions you know.

I already cycled Winny last year and didn't have any affects. I did try the Clenbuturol and it made me jumpy and edgy so I stopped taking it.

wever411

02-28-2011, 10:58 AM

I have a little bit of a gut. Not really big by most American standards, but it's more than I want about 19-20% bf. I've started putting on a little bulk, but I'm no where near as big as I want to be. Right now it just seems more beneficial for me to work on growing a bit and cutting down a little later. I don't necessarily have any major goals in mind, but thinking I'll continue trying with the bulk at least into the summer, and then cut down again.

Or maybe just go on a permanent bulk. :D
don't bulk if you're already 19-20% BF. fat does not like to go away.

SpeedCheeser

02-28-2011, 11:20 AM

its possible to gain LBM while dropping bodyfat. Its not easy though, lol. especially if youve been lifting for years

Eh, it may be possible, but extremely difficult if so. I don't know if I have the discipline to stick to a diet that would achieve that for long. That's the good thing about being on a bulk - if I slip up and eat something I shouldn't, I don't feel quite as bad since the extra calories could be helping to build muscle :keke:

anatram

02-28-2011, 11:22 AM

how tall are you? Shorter guys have great leverage advantage! id be beasting it up too if i was short.

I am way short, 5'4", Any weight I gain especially lean muscle, I immediatley get labeled with juiced head, and stupid shit like that. I can put on 5 pounds and it shows big time.

There's a down side too, and half assed jack assing around and not going to into my gym for a few days, I look shriveled and weak.

Body fat has a tendency to stack up and look alot more than what it is as well.

I have learned one thing being short, my balls are closer to the ground, and the heavy weights don't have to move as far.

SpeedCheeser

02-28-2011, 11:26 AM

don't bulk if you're already 19-20% BF. fat does not like to go away.

Eh, with the proper diet and exercise it will. Yes, it's harder to take it off than it is to put it on, but still doable. It's difficult to add any real size without taking on some fat too, so it's ineveitably going to happen. I guess it's just a matter of how much you can accept before you have to turn around and go on a cut.

I'm not planning on ever competing, and I don't necessarily want a shredded 6 pack, so I'm probably only cutting down to around 15%, which shouldn't be TOO difficult. Cutting down 10lbs (of pure body fat) would put me right about 15%. That's probably only like a 2 month effort if I keep everything in check.

nqnguyen2

02-28-2011, 01:27 PM

Eh, it may be possible, but extremely difficult if so. I don't know if I have the discipline to stick to a diet that would achieve that for long. That's the good thing about being on a bulk - if I slip up and eat something I shouldn't, I don't feel quite as bad since the extra calories could be helping to build muscle :keke:

I think that you could do it. If you know this much about health/exercise you can certainly change your diet to include it as a lifestyle. It's a bitch at first but stick with it and you can increase the strength of your will power.

txferrari

02-28-2011, 01:35 PM

I think that you could do it. If you know this much about health/exercise you can certainly change your diet to include it as a lifestyle. It's a bitch at first but stick with it and you can increase the strength of your will power.

True. That is why I'm personally just lifting. To get size. More muscle. I'll diet when i damn well feel like it. :keke:

Right now, not ready to give up my eats. I do eat decent, I just don't diet and watch what I eat.

SpeedCheeser

02-28-2011, 01:40 PM

I think that you could do it. If you know this much about health/exercise you can certainly change your diet to include it as a lifestyle. It's a bitch at first but stick with it and you can increase the strength of your will power.

I eat fairly well for the most part. In fact, I usually prefer the "clean" foods over other things, but there are times when I go out and don't know exactly how to count what I ate or just have whatever I'm craving at the moment. I'm more looking to get into the ball park of what my diet requirements are, but to really add lean body mass and burn fat at the same time, I'm pretty certain that you have to be really strict about your numbers 90% of the time.

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 08:47 PM

Hey Poop.

PM me, I got some questions since you seem to have a good opinion on things.

I have my group of friends who use the juice. But with everything, everyone has different opinions you know.

I already cycled Winny last year and didn't have any affects. I did try the Clenbuturol and it made me jumpy and edgy so I stopped taking it.

Hit me up any time bro

bluewave18

02-28-2011, 08:53 PM

When it comes to this stuff different strokes for different folks. I have never given Winstrol the praise some give it. I tried it once and it was weak as hell. Gimme the strong stuff. I can diet my way to lean muscle. Clen is crap. I have said it a dozen times. There is always a chance you got under dosed or fake Winstrol too.

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 09:19 PM

Aall I can do is try to talk people out of resorting to gear as a crutch. if you can't lose and maintain bodyfat without gear then substituting hard work and effort for aas will be feable and a futile effort in the least. Get those diets in check, Lift heavy and get serious! Winny's effects are not as pronounced unless bodyfat is down below 10% it's good pre show cycle and not a mass builder like others still test should always be the staple of any cycle. Unless you like your dick to disappear for months at a time... if you want to maintain bodyfat while cutting run prop... if u want to gain mass while eating a calorie excess and not worry about water retention run a longer ester test. Again there's no reason to mess with gear unless you've been lifting for many years and know how your body responds to different diet regimens...

p0opstlnksal0t

02-28-2011, 09:27 PM

Clen, albuterol, t3, dnp, etc... all have there place... I wouldn't say that place is in the hands of a novice lifter. I know most wont listen to this so if any of y'all are looking to run gear do the research! Don't listen to the broscience bullshit your buddies try to pawn off. More then likely they down know shit about how aas works what it is or even how the different hormones react on receptor sites at the cellular level.

houstonbilly

03-01-2011, 11:20 AM

houstonbilly

03-01-2011, 11:24 AM

Time is my biggest obstacle. I swing weight from year to year. I'll start running and drop 40-50, keep it that way for a year or two then gain it back. All that exercise and diet is very difficult when you're married and have kids with active lives. When I was single it was super easy. Could work out any time you want and didn't feel guilty about hitting the gym instead of spending time with the kids.

SpeedCheeser

03-01-2011, 11:32 AM

You looked better before. No doubt. but its your body so as long as you're happy. (just saying it looked more "natural" and now it looks like you're chasing fashion & the crowd)

....wut?

bluewave18

03-01-2011, 11:38 AM

....wut?

No shit. Natural? If my wife was that "natural" I would kick her to the curb. Nature does not make people fat.

kdog22

03-01-2011, 11:45 AM

You looked better before. No doubt. but its your body so as long as you're happy. (just saying it looked more "natural" and now it looks like you're chasing fashion & the crowd)

umm... you've got me scratching my head over here

bluewave18

03-01-2011, 11:58 AM

He is a grenade jumper. He is the perfect wing man. He will be happy to take the fat friend.

p0opstlnksal0t

03-01-2011, 12:05 PM

You looked better before. No doubt. but its your body so as long as you're happy. (just saying it looked more "natural" and now it looks like you're chasing fashion & the crowd)

so being healthy now days is "chasing the crowd"? lolz

houstonbilly

03-01-2011, 12:45 PM

so being healthy now days is "chasing the crowd"? lolz

definitely not. It was just an opinion guys. I believe (like anyone really cares, right??) that everyone has a "natural weight" that they carry. I'm all for being fit but not every girl is going to look like the cover of Cosmo. If you eat "normally", take everything in moderation (fats, carbs, sugars, soda, alcohol, and even exercise) then your body will form a natural weight or bmi. If you super exercise and diet, your changes will be only temporary.

Point is, embrace what you are. Exercise, eat well, be healthy but don't modify your life to be abnormal.

p0opstlnksal0t

03-01-2011, 12:48 PM

SpeedCheeser

03-01-2011, 01:06 PM

definitely not. It was just an opinion guys. I believe (like anyone really cares, right??) that everyone has a "natural weight" that they carry. I'm all for being fit but not every girl is going to look like the cover of Cosmo. If you eat "normally", take everything in moderation (fats, carbs, sugars, soda, alcohol, and even exercise) then your body will form a natural weight or bmi. If you super exercise and diet, your changes will be only temporary.

Point is, embrace what you are. Exercise, eat well, be healthy but don't modify your life to be abnormal.

No one has a genetic predisposition to be any natural weight. Your weight is a product of calories in vs. calories out and activity. Simply, your "natural" weight and shape is a product of your lifestyle. If you eat mostly processed and "snack" foods and mostly sit on the couch, then you will be natually fatter. Not because that was your fate, but because that's where your lifestyle is taking you. If you eat more whole foods in proper proportions and have an active lifestyle or enjoy exercising, your natural body shape will be leaner.

You can ask poop about that, as he's made huge changes in his life. I've seen his transformation.

p0opstlnksal0t

03-01-2011, 01:20 PM

No one has a genetic predisposition to be any natural weight. Your weight is a product of calories in vs. calories out and activity. Simply, your "natural" weight and shape is a product of your lifestyle. If you eat mostly processed and "snack" foods and mostly sit on the couch, then you will be natually fatter. Not because that was your fate, but because that's where your lifestyle is taking you. If you eat more whole foods in proper proportions and have an active lifestyle or enjoy exercising, your natural body shape will be leaner.

You can ask poop about that, as he's made huge changes in his life. I've seen his transformation.

well said bro. The thought of a "natural" body weight should be dismissed from your mind. Bodyfat, and muscular development is dependent on diet and physical activity. every person on this planet is a body builder. We build our bodies by what we eat and by what activities we do throughout our lives. You can build your body into fat, you can build your body into skinny. You can build your body strong or you can build it weak.

NICKR1

03-01-2011, 01:25 PM