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RE: Introduce Yourself - 11/15/2004 10:35:47 AM
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Pita
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Brand new today. 6 years ago, I ran, lifted, stretched, ate very clean, then...I got married and had two babies. I am 40 pounds heavier than I want to be. Actually, I'm 36 pounds heavier. Due to heavy cardio 5 times per week and "cleaner" eating, I lost 4 pounds in 2 1/2 weeks. I started back up with lifting today as well to help shed more fat and build lean mass. I've never been muscular, I was just very fit and hot back in the day. Now, I look like a mom. I need a site that will help keep me motivated to continue with what I've reintroduced into my life.
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RE: Introduce Yourself - 11/15/2004 1:04:37 PM
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Cuzy
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Hi, I'm Chris and I just started getting back to the gym 4 weeks ago. I'm only 22 and looking to compete w/all of my ripped buddies. Just looking for a forum site where I can learn from experienced people on supplements, excercises etc. Looks like I found the site. So if anyone has any advice for this newbie let me know!
Thanks - Chris
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RE: Introduce Yourself - 11/15/2004 6:55:39 PM
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SmileNodDream
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Hey Pita, welcome. I am a mum too and understand about the having babies thing.
It sure played hell with my body however I am back to fitness now and enjoying it.
Regards Jill from New Zealand
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RE: Introduce Yourself - 11/28/2004 12:57:13 PM
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Juggy
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Hey guys, I'm 18yrs old and I need some advice on how to loose this stomach. heh, lately i've started going to the gym, and i just wanted to get some input on how to get the ripped look going :P. i've only startd working out for two weeks enjoying it so far.
Currently I'm 5'8 - 5'9 and about 170pounds. Dunno if this is good.
Cya later for now :)
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RE: Introduce Yourself - 11/29/2004 3:24:23 PM
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Han
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Hi guys, I'm 15 years old and I'm a beginner to body building, and by beginner, I mean that I'm still stuck in the fetal stages of progress.
I'm 5 foot 10, 150 pounds, and have a max bench of 120. I needed a hobby and I needed to bulk, so I've done some research and found this place.
I already see up a training schedual and routine and such with all the research I compiled, but I need some help with some portions of it.
Can you guys get me any good tricep and abdominal excersises? Should I do any forearm excersises, or will they naturally enlarge with all the bicep and tricep excersises?
I'm thinking of doind geurilla cardio on alternate workout days, however, even though I run cross country, it sounds like it might be too rigorous for me. Can you guys give any good cardio suggestions, or is it just basic running and swimming.
Also, the reason why I have trouble getting into a bodybuilding routine, much less a weight training program, is because I can never keep myself motivated. I just always get the feeling that the stress it takes to bulk up like I want to just isn't worth it. Is there any tips you guys have for overcomming that obstacle.
Thanks guys
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RE: Introduce Yourself - 12/3/2004 6:19:17 PM
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Russell
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Hi im 20 years old i work full time my step dad is puttin me on his member ship to his gym that he works out at. I rarely workout. I weigh 150 pounds and im lookin to gain muscle mass and to get rid of this beer belly i have, i know that its un attractive.But any help would be appreciated. Thanx
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Major life transformation here - 12/6/2004 10:30:10 AM
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Dcogs
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Hi, I'm new here and not sure if this is where I need to be, but I am checking it out anyway.
I am a 5'7, 39yo F who about almost two years ago was over 400lbs. I have always been thick woman normally around 180 - 200lbs. Due to many episodes of bedrest due to pregnancy I ended up stress eating, not excercising and getting up to the 400lbs.
There was a point in my life pre kids that I ate no flour or sugar products and excercised daily with walking being the major source.
Currently I am about 280. I didn't loose it to any actual effort vs just being a little more active chasing the kids.
At this point in my life I have made a very strong commitment to myself to change my life. I am working towards not eating flour and sugar again (not easy with the kids). I also just joined a local gym. Thats why I am posting here actually.
I was pretty surprised to find out AFTER they took my money, that to get someone to show me how to work out on the machines it would cost me $240 a month for a private trainer. That is no where in my budget!
So, I was hoping to find a great online source that could guide this newbie through a decent work out and perhaps other info such as nutritional.
I am looking for someone who has experience in working with women and massive weight loss. I have many folks around me who are hard core bodybuilders who are terrific trainers for those seeking to do that... I am not there YET! I am currently struggling to just do 10 mins on a ski machine!!
If you have time to guide this newbie into a healthy lifestyle I would appreciate some input!!
Thanks in advance!
Dawn
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RE: Major life transformation here - 12/6/2004 11:22:39 AM
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Pita
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Dawn, I can relate, somewhat. I was trim before I got married. Well, "got married" added some pounds, and two kids added some pounds. Between the first child and the second child, I didn't really do much to take care of myself, so I started out overweight when my second child was conceived. I was "comfortable". My husband isn't leaving me, so why should I care? That is the worst attitude that I could have ever adopted.
Something just snapped in me to make me want to change this time. Through the guidance of this forum, I am losing body fat and gaining lean mass. My body fat percentage is always going down, even when the scale doesn't budge. I'm fitting into jeans that I haven't worn in over a year.
This forum is somewhat addictive due to the awesome help of many of the people here.
Welcome to the forum. We're glad you're here!!
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RE: Major life transformation here - 12/7/2004 5:54:00 AM
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Russell The Muscle
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I've been doing a beginner's bodybuilding routine and put on 3 lbs since last month. I now weigh 140 lbs with 11.4% bf.
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RE: Introduce Yourself - 12/8/2004 6:38:56 AM
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Waza
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Hey guys!
My name is Waza (Warwick)
I am 18 years old and am interested Building some muscle and getting fit again.
I used to play Basketball 3 times a week and was involved in sport at school now that i have finished school and no longer play basketball I have become terribly unfit! Now i want to build muscle. I have had a member ship at a gym but lost interest. I want to make a serious effort in changing my lifestyle to become fit and healthy. I know a little bit about building muscle but you guys know a whole lot more i hope to make good friends here and learn a bit while im at it.
Waz
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RE: Introduce Yourself - 12/8/2004 9:26:53 AM
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Russell The Muscle
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By the way, this Russell is not the same person as myself.
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[Deleted] - 12/9/2004 8:05:49 AM
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RE: Introduce Yourself - 12/9/2004 2:52:50 PM
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Pita
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You look fantastic! Great job on the nautral weight loss! My husband lost 110 pounds and he's still going. He would like to lose 40 more pounds. I'm sure it's a huge change going from 3 hundred something down to where you can start jogging again.
As far as the skin is concerned, you probably will not be able to get rid of all of it without surgery. Some skin will snap back, but due to the extreme as to which the skin was stretched pre-weight loss, you will most likely never have the taut, firm skin you are looking for.
Thousands of people have to revert to surgery to remove excess skin after weight loss. Especially if they underwent Gastric Bypass. The fat loss is so drastic, the skin does not have time to compensate.
The only advice that I have is to lift weights. My husband's doctor tells him to lift and for some reason, that may help the sagging skin.
You could also try skin firming creams. I've never tried them and I do not know if their claims are proven but if you want to avoid surgery, then skin tightening cream may be a wise investment. Much cheaper as I'm sure the surgery will not be covered by insurance since it is most likely considered a cosmetic surgery.
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RE: Introduce Yourself - 12/9/2004 3:12:20 PM
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Grizzly
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Thanks PITA,
I have a "HypoThyroid" condition also so it was very very hard and I am proud of my accomplishment at the same time somewhat ashamed for allowing myself to get to that point, but it won't ever happen again, I can tell you that!!!!! I wouldnt mind the surgury especially around my stomach, that will never go away unfortunately but its the price I will have to pay for my folly. My insurance won't cover it and I don't have 20K to shell out for it so...Cest La Vie....  I am hoping to eventually be able to reduce through time and exercise about 75% of the wrinkles and just be happy and healthy which is why I am here. Anyways, thanks again for the support, take care!
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RE: Introduce Yourself - 12/19/2004 2:25:07 PM
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GTDude
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Hi all, My name is Kyle and I am 14 ( 15 in 3 months) and I have been lifting for about a month and a half now. I weigh 155 and I am 5'8. My max bench is 155 right now and I am not sure on squats or any others. I play baseball for my highschool and I hope that I can increase my bench by at least 20 lbs by tryouts which are in Feburary. I am also interested in nutrition plans to help me lose body fat and gain muscle mass.
-Kyle
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