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2003/06/20, 03:07 PM
Well I have the need to boast, because I am damned proud of myself and quite grateful to all of you and this website.
On March the 3rd I initiated a low carb diet and began consuming water like a gargoyle in the monsoon. On March the 12th I walked into the gym and purchased an annual membership. At about the same time discovered this site.
I was 253 lbs...I am 6'2".
Today I reached 220 lbs and remain 6'2" although my new look has had a profound effect and I feel as though I am 7' tall.
Thank you for the guidance.. I've used the program to good effect while in addition these message boards have been an incredible motivation and very informative.
Thanks to all.
Now I'm working hard to drop the last 20-25 lbs.
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2003/06/20, 03:26 PM
That is so great, congratulations warren! Did you use any of the programs from this site or make up your own? Either way it sounds like it's working.
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2003/06/20, 03:27 PM
YES! Way to go nerraw! You deserve to be damn proud of yourself! (and we just love to hear about success stories like your own) Good luck completing your goals. But you know what? I betcha you'll have a whole new set of goals once you reach that last 20-25 lbs.. once you get hooked, and realize what you can accomplish.. the sky's the limit. Congratulations!
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Dont wait! Procrastinate NOW! =)
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2003/06/20, 03:34 PM
To answer you az, used the personal program from this site.
I tweaked it to suit my schedule. I probably have been making a few mistakes, but hey I can live with that my progress speaks.
I now gallop 4 miles in 40 minutes, then do the weights for an addition 40 -60 minutes.
And Drio...your posting on your prgress prompted to me to add mine. BTW...I'm battling the smokes too...ashamed to say.
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2003/06/20, 11:02 PM
hEY! nerraw backwards is warren...o dat is jus sICk
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2003/06/20, 11:08 PM
good job... i'll have to post mine soon as well, i just bought a tape measure today....yikes
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2003/06/21, 05:38 AM
Good to hear your doing so well. All the best for the next push.
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2003/06/21, 03:19 PM
Hello I am new. 200 lbs 6 foot. From the big ol state of Texas which is pretty warm today. I am using the system here.
In my younger years I used to go to the gym and weight lift religiously. Got lazy. Packed on a bit of a belly.
Now I am determined to get back in my former shape.
I havent joined a gym yet. Pretty much am starting riding my mtn bike 2 miles, then beginning my workout.
Here is a question, why are the reps divided into "sets"?
Its like 20, 15 etc. Should I rest between sets or do other exercises? I am having to tailor my workout for an old shoulder injury, but I train really hard.
Well saw the post here and wanted to put my comments in, Nerraw dont be ashamed that you are battling the smokes just be ashamed if you let them win. Friend, I am battling the filthy habit too, so I sympathize. I have been trying to kick them for 3 months. I do well at home, where I can go work out or work in the yard or take a ride on the bike, but work for me is the toughie. When work gets stressful I usually succumb because I cant do other activities.
Well, gonna go mow, then bike ride, do my workout then have my famous greek salad and greek chicken on the grill.
Good luck!
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2003/06/21, 04:15 PM
First off, congrats to you nerraw on a job well done. Inspirational to hear! Keep it up, you can do it. Glad we could be a part of it.
And jdansby, you can do it! Welcome to FT and let us hear your progress reports!
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As far as genetics go, the skies the limit. You are limited only by your mental perception of it.
Ron
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2003/06/23, 11:20 AM
jdansby,
Not sure I'm that qualified to answer your posts, however will give it a go.
I suspect the sets allow you a few moments to recover. Doing 45-60 reps non-stop is quite taxing, particularly if you're using heavier weights. And yes I definitely do use the time in between to catch my breath and recover. I see soem of the folk at the gym jumping from one exercise to the next...they are a lot fitter than I. I do know that if you can rest less between sets it is better and speeds up the process....my motto, "slowly catch the monkey"
I have found that my shape is changing with the definition I was looking for starting to appear. My objective is not to become a godzilla, toned and defined, so I use weights that are challenging, but not beyond 15 reps in a set. I mix in a healthy dose of cardio to burn the extra calories.
Tara21.. i checked your profile...you seem to be there with some, what I would call, "tune up" objectives, to go.
Thanks again all.
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2003/06/23, 11:29 AM
jdansby, you should be almost failing on your 13-15th rep and certianly shouldn't be able to do 45-60 reps without a break. If so you need to up your weights. Though lower weight/higher rep is good for toning up, if that's your goal. Wait about 20-30 seconds between reps.. then get back into the fight. This will really get the blood pumping. So Nerraw covered the bases mostly, just wanted to back him up.
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2003/06/23, 08:21 PM
Thanks Drio. I am almost failing on 15th rep. Thanks for the advice, so waiting between reps for period is good..I usually stretch a bit too. The other day I got a tightened up shoulder muscle and had to ease up a bit. I am using 10-15 lb dumbbells and a curlbar and giving my chest one heck of a workout. After my full workout I usually do 15-20 bicep curls as a last blast to finish followed by my setups.
The old stomach muscles are in pretty sad shape, I wont even bother to say how many setups or crunches I can do, but I am trying to add "that one more" every workout.
I ride the bike for cardio, and rode constantly even until a year or so ago so my legs are in pretty good shape still. I am already past the initial lactose burn, and am recovering much faster.
As far as my goals, I am wanting a more full and powerful chest and arms so for me its more than toning its steel pumpin time..
Anyway thanks to nerraw and Drio for the advice and to all.. Keep on pushing!
PS. Do any of you think that any of these home gym setups like Bowflex etc.. are worth the investment?
I have heard wild varying stories.
"They're great and they stink."
Dunno what to believe.
I actually found a well used bit beat up Bowflex in a pawnshop and with some chatter, might get the dude to let go of it for 200 possibly 150 out the door, tax included.
Good deal or steer clear?
John
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2003/06/25, 08:17 AM
John,
1) Sounds like you have some well defined goals. One comment I have is to make sure you give your muscles enough time to recover between working out the same group again. If you're looking to pack it on, it's really important that you wait at least 1 day AFTER you're not still feeling the effects of your last work out. I put a full week between muscle groups.
2) Home gyms can be a good thing. But if you're looking to buy new, I'd reccomend sprining for a Gym membership instead. You'll have more excersises to choose from and the people there could prove to be very motivating. Not to mention, I find it easier to get into (and stick to) a routine if it's not in my home where there could be too many distractions.
Good Luck.
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2003/06/26, 04:55 PM
Thanks for the advice jdailey. Both are very good comments.
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