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RE: RE: - 7/2/2007 12:04:09 PM
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XtremeSki2001
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Egh ... things have fallen apart lately. Started the new job and I've been in the gym once or twice in the last 1.5 months, but I'm ready to get started.
A few things have changed and perhaps you (Dan) or anyone else can help.
- I now have a longer commute, which means I'm out by 7am and must wake-up around 5:45am.
- I have a side job, which means I could end up working every night of the week, which means I "could" be without a meal for 5+ hours.
- During the time when my side job is most active, I do not have time for the gym afterwards.
Keeping it simple, my main problem right now is time and food. I need to change-up what I'm eating because it's boring and I see myself choosing going out over staying home and eating what I should.
My goals are still the same, I'm 6' 220lbs 24% bodyfat and still looking for fat loss, but it's going to be hard and I'm having a very hard time staying motivated.
Here are my questions:
- The simply solution (IMHO) is to go to the gym in the morning before work. Problem is, I'd have to get up at 4:45am, which means I'd need to be in bed by 9, which I can't possibly do. Perhaps I just need to tough it out and go to the gym late at night (~10pm)?
- When I'm out on a job, I could easily bring a protein shake. Perhaps bring protein bars, but they'd probably melt. Anything else I could do?
OK, I know, you're saying "Dude, you sound like you know what's wrong, just shut up and do it" ... you're right, but I have a hard time staying motivated. Not sure why.
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RE: RE: - 7/2/2007 12:58:43 PM
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To stay motivated, do whatever it takes... Sometimes I have to go buy a magazine or look at pics of what I wanna look like on the net to keep into it. Changing routines, finding someone to lift with, maybe even a gym change can really, really help. Especially the lifting buddy, cuz then you have someone to keep you motivated and for you to keep motivated.
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RE: RE: - 7/2/2007 1:24:36 PM
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To stay motivated, do whatever it takes... Sometimes I have to go buy a magazine or look at pics of what I wanna look like on the net to keep into it. Changing routines, finding someone to lift with, maybe even a gym change can really, really help. Especially the lifting buddy, cuz then you have someone to keep you motivated and for you to keep motivated.
Thanks man. Funny you mentioned magazine. On Friday I picked-up my car from the mechanic and they had a corny Men's Fittness "Rock Hard Abs in Seconds" magazine ... I laughed at it, but it motivated me to get back into it again!!
Maybe I'll print-out a few pics and put them round my place so when I'm lazy they'll motivate me. Who knows!
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RE: RE: - 7/10/2007 6:17:22 PM
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Date : 7 - 10 - 2007
Weight : 222
Body Fat :
25% (Tricep - 16, Bicep - 10, Back Below Shoulder Blade - 27, Side of Waist - 26)
Legs -
Machine Squat 1x10 225lbs
Machine Leg Press 2x10 450lbs
Chest -
Fixed Incline Bench 2x10 90lbs
Dips 1x10 40lbs Assist
Back -
Chins 2x10 90lbs assistance wide grip
Seated Rows 2x10 100lbs
Traps -
Fixed Shrugs 1x10 70lbs
Shoulder -
Fixed Shoulder Press 1x10 120lbs
Lateral Raise 1x10 10lbs
Standing Rear Delt Row 1x10 80lbs
Bi's -
Fixed Preacher Curls 2x10 90lbs
Tri's -
Arm Extension 2x10 90lbs
Calves -
Calf Raises 2x10 130lbs
Abs -
Sit-Ups 1x10
Crunchs 1x15
Cardio HIIT : 4 minutes (bike)
Nothing new to report ... feeling good, great to be back in the gym.
< Message edited by XtremeSki2001 -- 7/17/2007 3:46:36 PM >
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RE: RE: - 7/12/2007 7:15:15 PM
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Date : 7 - 12 - 2007
Weight : 222
Legs -
Machine Squat 1x10 225lbs
Machine Leg Press 2x10 450lbs
Chest -
Fixed Chest Bench 2x10 180lbs
Dips 1x10 40lbs Assist
Back -
Chins 2x10 90lbs assistance wide grip
Seated Rows 2x10 100lbs
Traps -
Fixed Shrugs 1x10 70lbs
Shoulder -
Fixed Shoulder Press 1x10 120lbs
Lateral Raise 1x10 10lbs
Standing Rear Delt Row 1x10 80lbs
Bi's -
Fixed Preacher Curls 2x10 90lbs
Tri's -
Arm Extension 2x10 90lbs
Calves -
Calf Raises 2x10 130lbs
Abs -
Fixed Weighted Sit-Ups 2x15 125lbs
Cardio HIIT : 4 minutes (bike)
Getting used to the routine quicker then I thought, which is great!
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RE: RE: - 7/14/2007 1:26:26 PM
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Date : 7 - 14 - 2007
Weight : 221.5
Legs -
Machine Squat 1x10 225lbs
Machine Leg Press 2x10 450lbs
Chest -
Decline Chest Bench 2x10 180lbs
Dips 1x10 40lbs Assist
Back -
Chins 2x10 90lbs assistance wide grip
Seated Rows 2x10 100lbs
Traps -
Fixed Shrugs 1x10 60lbs
Shoulder -
Fixed Shoulder Press 1x10 160lbs
Lateral Raise 1x10 10lbs
Standing Rear Delt Row 1x10 80lbs
Bi's -
Fixed Preacher Curls 2x10 90lbs
Tri's -
Arm Extension 2x10 95lbs
Calves -
Calf Raises 2x10 130lbs
Abs -
Crunches 2x15
Sit-Ups 2x15
Cardio HIIT : 4 minutes (bike)
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RE: RE: - 7/17/2007 6:28:55 PM
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Date : 7 - 17 - 2007
Weight : 221
Body Fat :
25% (Tricep - 16, Bicep - 10, Back Below Shoulder Blade - 27, Side of Waist - 26)
Legs -
Machine Squat 1x10 275lbs
Machine Leg Press 2x10 500lbs
Chest -
Decline Chest Bench 2x10 180lbs
Dips 1x10 40lbs Assist
Back -
Chins 2x10 80lbs assistance wide grip
Seated Rows 2x10 100lbs
Traps -
Fixed Shrugs 1x10 70lbs
Shoulder -
Fixed Shoulder Press 1x10 180lbs
Lateral Raise 1x10 15lbs
Standing Rear Delt Row 1x10 80lbs
Bi's -
Fixed Preacher Curls 2x10 90lbs
Tri's -
Arm Extension 2x10 95lbs
Calves -
Calf Raises 2x10 135lbs
Abs -
Crunches 2x15
Sit-Ups 2x15
Cardio HIIT : 5 minutes (bike)
Finally getting some of my strength back. Lost 1 pound, but body fat is not significantly different; however, I am taking measurements myself, so it's difficult.
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RE: RE: - 7/20/2007 6:40:33 AM
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Date : 7 - 20 - 2007
Weight : 221
Legs -
Machine Squat 1x10 275lbs
Machine Leg Press 2x10 500lbs
Chest -
Decline Chest Bench 2x10 180lbs
Dips 1x10 40lbs Assist
Back -
Chins 2x10 80lbs assistance wide grip
Seated Rows 2x10 100lbs
Traps -
Fixed Shrugs 1x10 70lbs
Shoulder -
Fixed Shoulder Press 1x10 180lbs
Lateral Raise 1x10 15lbs
Standing Rear Delt Row 1x10 80lbs
Bi's -
Fixed Preacher Curls 2x10 90lbs
Tri's -
Arm Extension 2x10 95lbs
Calves -
Calf Raises 2x10 135lbs
Abs -
Crunches 2x15
Sit-Ups 2x15
Cardio HIIT : 5 minutes (bike)
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RE: RE: - 7/21/2007 2:14:15 AM
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Good to see your back  .
Still on HST?
How's the cut?
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RE: RE: - 7/30/2007 7:48:12 AM
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Good to see your back .
Still on HST?
How's the cut?
HST is good. Going up to 6 minutes this week. Had last week off because I was out of town.
Cutting is going well, we'll see how I did now that I've had the past week off. Week after next is vacation.
Probably not the best time to cut.
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RE: RE: - 8/20/2007 2:19:46 PM
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I suck at staying on track .... back to the gym ... no hurdles to cross until X-Mas so I should be ok. Will only be posting here once or twice a week to track weight and fat loss/gain ... posting my workout figures was too time consuming!
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RE: RE: - 8/21/2007 5:26:00 AM
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Sure, but it was good practice!!
Now just keep your own log!
Thanks.
I'll be honest, I think it was taking too long for me to see results physically ... that's a very motivational factor for me. However, I think not staying on the plan ALL THE TIME hurt a lot ... I'm going to explore a few other options going forward and see if things improve.
Again Dan, thanks for your help and you never ending support 
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RE: RE: - 8/28/2007 7:44:49 PM
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To my surprise, not much has changed.
Date : 8 - 28 - 2007
Weight : 222
Legs -
Machine Squat 1x10 225lbs
Machine Leg Press 2x10 450lbs
Chest -
Incline Bench 2x10 180lbs
Dips 1x10 60lbs Assist
Back -
Chins 2x10 90lbs assistance wide grip
Seated Rows 2x10 80lbs
Traps -
Fixed Shrugs 1x10 60lbs
Shoulder -
Fixed Shoulder Press 1x10 180lbs
Lateral Raise 1x10 10lbs
Standing Rear Delt Row 1x10 70lbs
Bi's -
Fixed Preacher Curls 2x10 90lbs
Tri's -
Arm Extension 2x10 90lbs
Calves -
Calf Raises 2x10 120lbs
Abs -
Crunches - 15
Sit Ups - 30
Cardio HIIT : 4 minutes (bike)
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RE: RE: - 9/7/2007 2:58:59 PM
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Man, I can soooo relate to the title of this thread. I have had Moobs for most of my life. I came close a couple of times at getting rid of them only to get fat again. I am going to start a journal for my OA program even though I am now about to start my 4th week.
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RE: Turning Tits into Pecs - 9/7/2007 3:02:20 PM
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how have u only lost 4 pounds in 7 months?
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RE: Turning Tits into Pecs - 9/11/2007 4:46:20 PM
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how have u only lost 4 pounds in 7 months?
If you follow the whole thread, I had quite a few moments where I took a 'hiatus'. I'm a consultant and I have a job on the side so it's really tough to make it into the gym. Right now I'm swamped, but I try to maintain good eating habits and try to get to the gym once a week at a minimum.
I hope that helps, hopefully I'll get more time sometime soon. Honestly, when I make it to the gym three days a week with the above workout and diet, I lose 1lb a week and about 1% BF every 2-3 weeks ... it works.
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RE: Turning Tits into Pecs - 10/21/2007 8:50:50 AM
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Back in action today! Going to do thing a little differently ... different foods, same ratio, same workout but in the morning!
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