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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
Progress Pictures
Jul 29, 2007
May 27, 2008
This was at 230 pounds and 30.20% body fat!
Just to update with a newer photo as I get into summer shape again ;)
I've just begun a stricter diet and exercise routine that includes plenty of cardio in order to cut down before I get into a program that focuses much more on putting on quad mass. I want to bring them up by quite a few inches by the end of the year and feel ready to compete by spring '09.
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: A great video that includes one of my favorites, Vince Taylor. I got to see him guest pose at a few competitions and visited his booth at many FIBOs, while I was in Germany in the 90s.
The Barbarians (1987): Best Scene
Played: 113
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...
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
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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
Thanks hun! I think they are done choosing the winners. Its ok with me, that just means there are better things in store for me :) Yeah, i'm shooting for April 12th, but just depends on training and financial issues. I really want to compete though and WILL! Thanks for listening to my interview! It was long right?? LOL. Have a great night!
No, i haven't made reservations yet. Money has been really tight lately. Gotta handle priorities first and then i might be able to mingle and play :) I would love to go to the Expo, its going to be so much fun!
