Betancourt Nutrition Athlete RJ Perkins 2010 Pro-Card Journey......"Believe & Become"

[Mr_Aestheticz]

I am a firm believer that everyone and anyone lives for a purpose, some know what it is and others do not. I am one who know knows and strongly believes in my purpose here on this planet.

I may not become the world's greatest natural bodybuilder, and I may not change the name, game, and face of the sport, but I DO PROMISE that I will be a force in it.

It is here after 2 whole years of taking off to improve, do, and give it all that I can in order to be better. I faced many trials and tribulations on the path/road to this time, a lot of heart break, fear, pain, and sorrow. But also joy, blessings, joy, and prayers.

I will continue my voyage and my journey but on the path to earning my IFPA Pro-Card, no breaks, no excuses, and no bull****. Always have faith and truth in yourself and you will never be stopped, as for me one thing I know about myself is.....

IF I BELIEVE THEN I WILL BECOME!!!

Do you believe?

"YOU WILL NOT OUT WORK ME, 2010 PRO-CARD LET'S GO!!!

...EASY!!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Thursday 5/27/10

upper hyper

chest, bi's, and tris

CHEST

db incline press - 4 sets x 15 reps

db incline flies - 3 sets x 20 reps
*Dropped down after last set push ups to failure

BIS

ez bar curls - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

db hammer curls - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

TRIS

overhead rope extensions - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

str8 bar extensions - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

CARDIO

40 min elyptical

NOTES
My right pec was pretty tight and was a bit tender while warming up so I lightened up all my wieghts and basically did the higher rep range of my sets and squeezed and focused on form. I wont lie my chst is so sore today (in a good way). I think it was the higher reps and great focus on reps chest was crazy pumped, as for arms went big and hard!

...easy!!

[BigStew]

We are glad to have you part of the Betancourt Team!!!!!

Now get in that gym and kick some ass

[Mr_Aestheticz]

We are glad to have you part of the Betancourt Team!!!!!

Now get in that gym and kick some ass

Thank you Stew i greatly appreciate the opportunity and chance to be apart of such a big organization and team, I wont let us down and will continue to bring and be the best that I can be!

Betancourt + RJ "Mr. Aestheticz" = GLORY!!!

[ehlisl]

Right on RJ! Im in on this!

Which contests are you looking at this year?

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Right on RJ! Im in on this!

Which contests are you looking at this year?

I appreciate the support brotha greatly appreciated!

Im keeping that on the low as of now, I will reveal more details and info as it drawers near and closer ;) I'm on my FBI/CIA confidential status lol!

[PinchTheBear]

Alright!! Great to have you with us, man.


subbed + ....I believe :D:D

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Alright!! Great to have you with us, man.


subbed + ....I believe :D:D

VERY HAPPY to be part of the team, very happy and blessed for the chance and opportunity!

Lets make 2010 not just MY year but OUR big things for BN!

That is all I need :)

[tatteredsaint]

welcome aboard bro , IN

[BigStew]

Right on RJ! Im in on this!

Which contests are you looking at this year?

Crazy Back Playa. Gotta show some respect for a Natural Warrior

[Mr_Aestheticz]

welcome aboard bro , IN

Thanks homie lets make 2010 a HUGE year!


Crazy Back Playa. Gotta show some respect for a Natural Warrior

Yeah that is absolutely ridiculous and def inspiring!

[naturalguy]

I'll be following

[Mr_Aestheticz]

I'll be following

As you always do, alwayy greatly appreciate your support big homie!

[_Aggression_]

Eh ... sure ... why not? ... subb'ed.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Eh ... sure ... why not? ... subb'ed.

LLLLLLLLLMMMMMMMMMMMMFFFFFFFFFAAAAAAAAAOOOOOOOOOOO O dude I literally LMFAO'D at my desk at work oh man my abs are killing me!!!!

[fltallpaul]

We are glad to have you part of the Betancourt Team!!!!!

Now get in that gym and kick some ass

Stop typing while you drive, you know its not safe!

[B Con]

I'm here. Continue the ass kicking and taking names.

[BigStew]

Stop typing while you drive, you know its not safe!

LOL
Stop posting profile pics with your head on my body ;)

Thanks for the Support Paul. Sorry about ur Magic lol

I will soon get my Journal Rolling in here as well

[Mr_Aestheticz]

I'm here. Continue the ass kicking and taking names.

THANKS BIG HOMIE, let me know when youget busines cards because i am going to need a great attorney :)

[Neiderhiser]

What up bro, I actually remember reading one of your journey's over on another forum. You've packed on some serious mass since then, great job. So I take it you are in the beginning stages of cutting? If so, what's the diet looking like these days?

Oh and sub'd for this.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

What up bro, I actually remember reading one of your journey's over on another forum. You've packed on some serious mass since then, great job. So I take it you are in the beginning stages of cutting? If so, what's the diet looking like these days?

Oh and sub'd for this.

Hey brotha greatly appreciate you stoppingby and checking in!

Yeah in the very beginning stages, mainly righ tnow my diet is 265 pro 200 carb and 55 fat

One again greatly appreciated!

[MetFan]

Welcome to the team RJ.

Hope for continued success in your quest for the Pro Card and equally happy that Betancourt Nutrition will help you to achieve your goals.

[TMac26]

Welcome to the team bro. Subbed for this as well.



Glad to be following along on your quest with for your Pro Card with Betancourts' Help!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Welcome to the team bro. Subbed for this as well.



Glad to be following along on your quest with for your Pro Card with Betancourts' Help!

T Mizzle in the bizzle, thanks homie greatly appreciate you tagging alogn and joining the ride, glad to finally find myself a home!

[TreeTrunkLegs]

New Sponsor, New Thread. Welcome brother, you know i always have your back.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

New Sponsor, New Thread. Welcome brother, you know i always have your back.

As do I playboy thank you for the support WE taking over kid, me and you BIG THINGS!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Welcome to the team RJ.

Hope for continued success in your quest for the Pro Card and equally happy that Betancourt Nutrition will help you to achieve your goals.

Thanks brotha, glad to be apart of the team and having you guys holding your boy down and supporting me!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Friday 6/4/10

lower hyper

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

hack squats - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

extensions - 12 - 15 reps

HAMS

lying leg curls - 3 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 3 sets x 8 - 12 reps

CARDIO

none

...easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Saturday 6/5/10

upper hyper

back and shoulders

BACK

t-bar rows - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

rack chin pull-ups - 3 sets 10 - 15 reps

pulldowns - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

SHOULDERS

smith presses - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

db laterals - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps


CARDIO

30 min elyptical

..easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Sunday 6/6/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

[BigStew]

Keep Kickin ass man. Hope you had a Wonderful Weekend

[Mr_Aestheticz]

keep kickin ass man. Hope you had a wonderful weekend

thanks big homie hope yours was good as well!

Just grinding brotha!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Just uploaded a new progress pic on my bodyspace from this past weekend, weighing in at 206.25 a lot of progress so far but much more to be done and needed, adjustments are being made accordingly but feel great!

...easy

[PinchTheBear]

Just checked out the progress pic... awesome width.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Just checked out the progress pic... awesome width.

Thnak you sir have always had a good back I get it from my momma lol.......but seriously ;)

[BigStew]

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=125084861


Heres mine big Boy

[BigStew]

Just uploaded a new progress pic on my bodyspace from this past weekend, weighing in at 206.25 a lot of progress so far but much more to be done and needed, adjustments are being made accordingly but feel great!

...easy

Very Wide Brotha

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Very Wide Brotha

Trying to fly to the top kid!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Monday Upper power

6/7/10

back, chest, shoulders, bis, tris

BACK

pendalay rows - 3 sets x 5 reps

CHEST

bb flat press - 3 sets x 5 reps

SHOULDERS

hs press - 3 sets x 5 reps

BIS

db curls 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

TRIS

ez bar skulls - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

CARDIO

40 min elyptical

NOTES
yesterday was an off day, the Mrs. had to work late so I had to go home to let the dog out and let him play around, then had to head in the direction I just came from to hit up the new gym I go to, had to wait 30 min to get signed up. Then took me 15 min to get started as the place was slammed and I had no idea where anything was :smh:, i got it in but took a huge adjustment to get used to the place and the environment. Gonna pick it up today and will make up this session next week, I have no workouts to waste grrrrr.

...EASY!!!

[BigStew]

Got lost in the gym lol.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Got lost in the gym lol.

More like confused lol, the setup is really different and the equipment placement is funky, but I didn't get lost ont hat cardio machine grrrrrrr

[BigStew]

More like confused lol, the setup is really different and the equipment placement is funky, but I didn't get lost ont hat cardio machine grrrrrrr

lol

I used to hate going to different gym back in the day but now that I travel I honestly enjoy the different stuff, plus I end up going at funky times so there usually isnt much traffic in there

[JHICKS3301]

Following :cool:

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Following :cool:

Greatly appreciated homie!

[JHICKS3301]

Greatly appreciated homie!

Looking to do my first show come April.
Went through 9 weeks of prep last year but had to drop out :mad:


But it's on this year.... I'll be following your journey for sure.. I know you'll kill it

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Looking to do my first show come April.
Went through 9 weeks of prep last year but had to drop out :mad:


But it's on this year.... I'll be following your journey for sure.. I know you'll kill it

Ahhh that can be rough, but you knwo what it takes and the requirements, grind it out and stick with it, ill be ont he look out for the log for yoru show prep!

Trying to slaughter it actually lol :)

[Neiderhiser]

Jeez man, you got a set of lats on you judging by that latest pic, width is rediculous. Also, the first few workouts in a new gym are always a trial. I was in the same boat a few months ago after I moved and had to start up at a new gym. It's just like buying a new pair of shoes, you gotta break 'em in first before you can start putting the long miles on them.

[_Aggression_]

Checked out your lil photo. Keep on that grind kid. You got this!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Jeez man, you got a set of lats on you judging by that latest pic, width is rediculous. Also, the first few workouts in a new gym are always a trial. I was in the same boat a few months ago after I moved and had to start up at a new gym. It's just like buying a new pair of shoes, you gotta break 'em in first before you can start putting the long miles on them.

Thanks brotha, who needs a pilot when I carry my own wings lol!

Yeah it was really rough to get adjusted did not feel right or comfy at ll but lik eyou said with kicks just gotta break it in!


Checked out your lil photo. Keep on that grind kid. You got this!

ha ha appreciated big homie!

[PinchTheBear]

who needs a pilot when I carry my own wings lol!

I like that :)

[Mr_Aestheticz]

i like that :)

;) :)

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Check out this sick new promotional for Betancourt BUllNox!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nKemhf8UyM

....EASY!!!

[PinchTheBear]

Check out this sick new promotional for Betancourt BUllNox!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nKemhf8UyM

....EASY!!!

That's awesome, dude! Going in the sig.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Tuesday 6/8/10

lower power

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

bb squats - 3 sets x 5 reps

HAMS

sldls - 3 sets x 5 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

seated calf raises - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

CARDIO

none


.....easy!!!

[BigStew]

Tuesday 6/8/10

lower power

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

bb squats - 3 sets x 5 reps

HAMS

sldls - 3 sets x 5 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

seated calf raises - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

CARDIO

none


.....easy!!!

Never done well with the Lower Volume, Guess it is working for you but do you ever do higher volume with more exercises and sets??????

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Never done well with the Lower Volume, Guess it is working for you but do you ever do higher volume with more exercises and sets??????

I do higher volume on Fridays for my legs my routine is setup as a power/hypertrophy routine 1 day power movement for my lower body with a power rep set scheme then 1 day where it is a bodybuilder/hyper style rep set scheme.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

I had the distinct privilege and pleasure of being asked by M&S.com chief writer Steve Shaw to do a natural bodybuilding profile for the website about me. A small interview is coming and followng up with this!

BIG THINGS FEELING BLESSED!!

CHECK IT OUT!!!

https://www.muscleandstrength.com/natural/athletes/r-j-perkins.html


...EASY!!!

[BigStew]

I do higher volume on Fridays for my legs my routine is setup as a power/hypertrophy routine 1 day power movement for my lower body with a power rep set scheme then 1 day where it is a bodybuilder/hyper style rep set scheme.

K I Understand

[PinchTheBear]

I had the distinct privilege and pleasure of being asked by M&S.com chief writer Steve Shaw to do a natural bodybuilding profile for the website about me. A small interview is coming and followng up with this!

BIG THINGS FEELING BLESSED!!

CHECK IT OUT!!!

https://www.muscleandstrength.com/natural/athletes/r-j-perkins.html


...EASY!!!


Awesome feature! You seem to have inherited the intense work ethic. Love the supplementation points and the words on nutrition.


I would rather miss a training session before I miss a meal.


Hands down Betancourt. The line is complete, with no frills and they do not put any of the stuff you don’t need in their products. Everything is carefully formulated with a purpose to serve a purpose. With a solid product and a solid team backing it up Betancourt Nutrition is making its mark on the supplement industry.

Love it!

[tatteredsaint]

I had the distinct privilege and pleasure of being asked by M&S.com chief writer Steve Shaw to do a natural bodybuilding profile for the website about me. A small interview is coming and followng up with this!

BIG THINGS FEELING BLESSED!!

CHECK IT OUT!!!

https://www.muscleandstrength.com/natural/athletes/r-j-perkins.html


...EASY!!!

hell yeah do it big bro , that is awesome

[MetFan]

I had the distinct privilege and pleasure of being asked by M&S.com chief writer Steve Shaw to do a natural bodybuilding profile for the website about me. A small interview is coming and followng up with this!

BIG THINGS FEELING BLESSED!!

CHECK IT OUT!!!

https://www.muscleandstrength.com/natural/athletes/r-j-perkins.html


...EASY!!!

Cool feature and nice plug for Betancourt Nutrition.

With all of us trying to put the name out there and now with this feature, BN is really gunning for HUGEEEE things.

Nice training regimen as well.

[Neiderhiser]

That article you wrote up was a great read man. I definitely agree on your approach to natural bodybuilding concerning routines and diet. I too have done a good deal of trial and error to see what my body responds best to and I am just now starting to put all the pieces together. Some inspiring stuff going on in here, keep it up bro!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Awesome feature! You seem to have inherited the intense work ethic. Love the supplementation points and the words on nutrition.

Love it!

Thanks brotha greatly appreciated, just sharing my .02 and spreading the knowledge :)


hell yeah do it big bro , that is awesome

LOL thanksbig homie, go big or go home, trying to do big things!


Cool feature and nice plug for Betancourt Nutrition.

With all of us trying to put the name out there and now with this feature, BN is really gunning for HUGEEEE things.

Nice training regimen as well.

Yeah is pushing me and really behind me its a win win situation for BN and for myself!


That article you wrote up was a great read man. I definitely agree on your approach to natural bodybuilding concerning routines and diet. I too have done a good deal of trial and error to see what my body responds best to and I am just now starting to put all the pieces together. Some inspiring stuff going on in here, keep it up bro!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

WEDNESDAY 6/9/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

BUMP

^


I had the distinct privilege and pleasure of being asked by M&S.com chief writer Steve Shaw to do a natural bodybuilding profile for the website about me. A small interview is coming and followng up with this!

BIG THINGS FEELING BLESSED!!

CHECK IT OUT!!!

https://www.muscleandstrength.com/natural/athletes/r-j-perkins.html


...EASY!!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Thursday 5/27/10

upper hyper

chest, bi's, and tris

CHEST

db incline press - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

db incline flies - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps
*Dropped down after last set push ups to failure

BIS

ez bar curls - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

db hammer curls - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

TRIS

overhead rope extensions - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

str8 bar extensions - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

CARDIO

40 min elyptical

...easy!!

[JHICKS3301]

Way to kill it!

[BigStew]

How is the strength going with the diet that you are on????

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Way to kill it!

Good looks sir, still trying to grind it out and make things happen!


How is the strength going with the diet that you are on????

Not bad numbers are going very little at this point but still going up, finished with 90's on incline for 13, did 115 for 12 on z curls, so not bad at all!

[PinchTheBear]

How often do you flat bench on hypertrophy days?

[Mr_Aestheticz]

How often do you flat bench on hypertrophy days?

Umm at this point none i use my flat bb press for my power days, but also to my chest isn't fully proportioned my upper chest is lacking so that is why i focus more on my upper pecs.

[BigStew]

Sounds good bro

Nice Strength,

Cant wait to see this weeks progress pics

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Friday 6/11/10

lower hyper

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

hack squats - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

extensions - 12 - 15 reps

HAMS

lying leg curls - 3 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 3 sets x 8 - 12 reps

seated calf raises - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CARDIO

none

...easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Saturday 6/12/10

upper hyper

back and shoulders

BACK

t-bar rows - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

rack chin pull-ups - 3 sets 10 - 15 reps

pulldowns - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

SHOULDERS

smith presses - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

db laterals - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

rear pec deck flies - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CARDIO

30 min elyptical

..easy!!

[JHICKS3301]

Looks like you're still killing it.. Keep at it!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Sunday 6/13/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Looks like you're still killing it.. Keep at it!

No dizzy, thereis no stopping this train kid, chuggin alogn deeply and getting after it!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

New progress pic up and running, still much work to be done but much improvement has been achieved, still grinding and chipping away NO STOPPING!!!

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/Mr_Aestheticz/more.php?section=progresspics

Also got a video in the works from this weekends hack squat, stay tuned!

..EASY!!!

[BigStew]

What form of T-bars do you do,
Free Weight with the Bar Coleman style or Supported or Unsupported Machine

I used to love the Free weight ones with 25s to get a better range of motion but no where in my gym that has something to keep down the back of the bar. When you use 8 25s u need something holding it down

[Mr_Aestheticz]

What form of T-bars do you do,
Free Weight with the Bar Coleman style or Supported or Unsupported Machine

I used to love the Free weight ones with 25s to get a better range of motion but no where in my gym that has something to keep down the back of the bar. When you use 8 25s u need something holding it down


I do the Coleman style w/ a barbell, I stack/place 4 pies on the back end of the bar to keep it weighted down and push the bar again the wall, I also use quarters for the range of motion better stretch and pump, but I used 9 this past weekend so 8 is good I guess lol ;)

[BigStew]

I do the Coleman style w/ a barbell, I stack/place 4 pies on the back end of the bar to keep it weighted down and push the bar again the wall, I also use quarters for the range of motion better stretch and pump, but I used 9 this past weekend so 8 is good I guess lol ;)

Wish we had the metal plates because 8 only fits on the bar ;)

Nice work

[PinchTheBear]

Those arm/wrist tats are boss. Story behind them?

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Those arm/wrist tats are boss. Story behind them?

All my tats have meaning kid the one on my left shoulder i got when i was 16 my first tat, it says in Chinese "Blood, Sweat, Tears, Heart Soul" = what life is all about, my left wrist is my name + my right wrist is my moms name meaning we ride side by side she is my best friend.

Ummm my right forearm got a scroll with music lyrics, more Chinese saying "Strength, honor, Knowledge, Courage, Power", rosary set with a banner saying God's Child, I got my dads name, and my moms fiances name.

[PinchTheBear]

All my tats have meaning kid the one on my left shoulder i got when i was 16 my first tat, it says in Chinese "Blood, Sweat, Tears, Heart Soul" = what life is all about, my left wrist is my name + my right wrist is my moms name meaning we ride side by side she is my best friend.

Ummm my right forearm got a scroll with music lyrics, more Chinese saying "Strength, honor, Knowledge, Courage, Power", rosary set with a banner saying God's Child, I got my dads name, and my moms fiances name.

Great significance surrounding all of them. I'm patiently waiting for some life-changing inspiration to get my first one so I just wanted some perspective. Thanks :) Looking forward to the hack squat video.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Great significance surrounding all of them. I'm patiently waiting for some life-changing inspiration to get my first one so I just wanted some perspective. Thanks :) Looking forward to the hack squat video.

Very smart choice brotha, just be careful they are addicting lol!

[Neiderhiser]

Back is looking THICK in the progress pics man. Really interested to see how everything comes together once all the "padding" is gone :D Gonne be sick bro! How's the diet been treating u?

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Back is looking THICK in the progress pics man. Really interested to see how everything comes together once all the "padding" is gone :D Gonne be sick bro! How's the diet been treating u?

So am i brotha so am i lol, thanks for the support!

Diet is nothing that doesn't bother me at all it is the cardio grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

[Mr_Aestheticz]

http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/pp41/tatteredsaint/betancourt.jpg

Upper power

6/14/10

back, chest, shoulders, bis, tris

BACK

pendalay rows - 3 sets x 5 reps

CHEST

bb flat press - 3 sets x 5 reps

SHOULDERS

hs press - 3 sets x 5 reps

BIS

db curls 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

TRIS

ez bar skulls - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

CARDIO

40 min elyptical

...EASY!!!

[BigStew]

All my tats have meaning kid the one on my left shoulder i got when i was 16 my first tat, it says in Chinese "Blood, Sweat, Tears, Heart Soul" = what life is all about, my left wrist is my name + my right wrist is my moms name meaning we ride side by side she is my best friend.

Ummm my right forearm got a scroll with music lyrics, more Chinese saying "Strength, honor, Knowledge, Courage, Power", rosary set with a banner saying God's Child, I got my dads name, and my moms fiances name.

BADASS man

Im too pretty for Tats lol

Lets get some Updated Pics posted asap

[Mr_Aestheticz]

BADASS man

Im too pretty for Tats lol

Lets get some Updated Pics posted asap

im getting them im getting them geesh ;)

[Mr_Aestheticz]

http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/pp41/tatteredsaint/betancourt.jpg


NEW VIDEO FROM FRIDAYS HACK SQUAT SESSION, FINISHED W/ 4PPS FOR 15, THIS IS ON 9 WEEKS OF DIETING AND CARDIO :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwEm9zQAY1U

WEIGHT ISNT WHERE IT USED OT BE BUT HEY THAT IS WHAT OFF SEASON IS FOR LOL!

..EASY!!!

[tatteredsaint]

NEW VIDEO FROM FRIDAYS HACK SQUAT SESSION, FINISHED W/ 4PPS FOR 15, THIS IS ON 9 WEEKS OF DIETING AND CARDIO :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwEm9zQAY1U

WEIGHT ISNT WHERE IT USED OT BE BUT HEY THAT IS WHAT OFF SEASON IS FOR LOL!

..EASY!!!

nice set bro , I have been trying to get my gym to get a hack squat since they opened , how the hell do u build a 12 million dollar facility n not put a hack in it :mad: but I do a lot of front squats to fill the void

[Mr_Aestheticz]

NEW VIDEO FROM FRIDAYS HACK SQUAT SESSION, FINISHED W/ 4PPS FOR 15, THIS IS ON 9 WEEKS OF DIETING AND CARDIO :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwEm9zQAY1U

WEIGHT ISNT WHERE IT USED OT BE BUT HEY THAT IS WHAT OFF SEASON IS FOR LOL!

..EASY!!!


nice set bro , I have been trying to get my gym to get a hack squat since they opened , how the hell do u build a 12 million dollar facility n not put a hack in it :mad: but I do a lot of front squats to fill the void

Dunno homie that is likebuilding a house w/ no bathrooms lol!

[tatteredsaint]

Dunno homie that is likebuilding a house w/ no bathrooms lol!

lmao well stated , I am going to have to tell management that next time it comes up :D

[PinchTheBear]

CwEm9zQAY1U

Beast'd!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

lmao well stated , i am going to have to tell management that next time it comes up :d

;)


cwem9zqay1u

beast'd!

appreciated homie!

[MetFan]

http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/pp41/tatteredsaint/betancourt.jpg


NEW VIDEO FROM FRIDAYS HACK SQUAT SESSION, FINISHED W/ 4PPS FOR 15, THIS IS ON 9 WEEKS OF DIETING AND CARDIO :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwEm9zQAY1U

WEIGHT ISNT WHERE IT USED OT BE BUT HEY THAT IS WHAT OFF SEASON IS FOR LOL!

..EASY!!!

Nice set RJ. Wish my gym had a hack.

GJ on banging out 15, that is going BIG!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

nice set rj. Wish my gym had a hack.

Gj on banging out 15, that is going big!!

go big or go home!!!!

[MetFan]

go big or go home!!!!

Haha, yup that is my stance as well.

Keep banging out 15's like that and you will be sporting tree trunks in no time. ;)

[Neiderhiser]

sick video, shows some true strength right there going all the way down. I'm also one of the unlucky ones who's gym doesn't have a hack squat :( Feels bad man.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Haha, yup that is my stance as well.

Keep banging out 15's like that and you will be sporting tree trunks in no time. ;)

So you saying I have twigs lol?

J/K ;)


sick video, shows some true strength right there going all the way down. I'm also one of the unlucky ones who's gym doesn't have a hack squat :( Feels bad man.

Damn wtf do gym owners even know what a hack squat is lord almighty, I am sooooo sorry ;/

[Mr_Aestheticz]

http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/pp41/tatteredsaint/betancourt.jpg

Just a little bump of my new official training clip as a Betancourt Nutrition Athlete :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwEm9zQAY1U

Tuesday 6/15/10

lower power

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

bb squats - 3 sets x 5 reps

HAMS

sldls - 3 sets x 5 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

seated calf raises - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

CARDIO

none


.....easy!!!

[PinchTheBear]

CARDIO

none



That's my favorite thing to do for cardio :D

[BigStew]

http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/pp41/tatteredsaint/betancourt.jpg


NEW VIDEO FROM FRIDAYS HACK SQUAT SESSION, FINISHED W/ 4PPS FOR 15, THIS IS ON 9 WEEKS OF DIETING AND CARDIO :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwEm9zQAY1U

WEIGHT ISNT WHERE IT USED OT BE BUT HEY THAT IS WHAT OFF SEASON IS FOR LOL!

..EASY!!!

Nice Job Brotha. Looking Great

[Mr_Aestheticz]

That's my favorite thing to do for cardio :D

Only if it were like that every day lol!


Nice Job Brotha. Looking Great

Thank you sir, trying to purtty just like you lol!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

I have been getting emails, messages on Facebook, and pm's here on BB.com w/ people asking me what and how I take my Betacncourt Products so here is my current stack!

Magnum Multi-Vitamin - 2 pills w/ bfast, then 2 w/ my pre-wo meal

Ripped Juice Extreme - 2 capsule 30 - 60 min after my first meal, then 2 capsules pre-wo

BCAA Chewies - 7 in between meals, 16 w/ my post-wo meal

Creatine Chewies - 4 w/ my post-wo meal

Big Blend - 2 scoops when needed or when on the run and can not eat.

BullNox Chewies - 10 chewies pre-wo

BullNox Powder - 2 scoops pre-wo

BUllRush Recelarator - 2 scoops post-wo

Glutamine High-C - 2 servings before bed when I get home from my second job on Fridays and Saturdays.

That is basically aboutit :)

...EASY!!!

[BigStew]

I have been getting emails, messages on Facebook, and pm's here on BB.com w/ people asking me what and how I take my Betacncourt Products so here is my current stack!

Magnum Multi-Vitamin - 2 pills w/ bfast, then 2 w/ my pre-wo meal

Ripped Juice Extreme - 2 capsule 30 - 60 min after my first meal, then 2 capsules pre-wo

BCAA Chewies - 7 in between meals, 16 w/ my post-wo meal

Creatine Chewies - 4 w/ my post-wo meal

Big Blend - 2 scoops when needed or when on the run and can not eat.

BullNox Chewies - 10 chewies pre-wo

BullNox Powder - 2 scoops pre-wo

BUllRush Recelarator - 2 scoops post-wo

Glutamine High-C - 2 servings before bed when I get home from my second job on Fridays and Saturdays.

That is basically aboutit :)

...EASY!!!

Very Solid Stack brother

Keep up the great work

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Very Solid Stack brother

Keep up the great work

The chewies may be seem like a lot to eat, it is about 55 - 65 a day (depending) but when they taste like candy and you are dieting they are absolute heaven its like cheating with no guilt :D

[muscleandgains]

http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/pp41/tatteredsaint/betancourt.jpg

Just a little bump of my new official training clip as a Betancourt Nutrition Athlete :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwEm9zQAY1U

Tuesday 6/15/10

lower power

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

bb squats - 3 sets x 5 reps

HAMS

sldls - 3 sets x 5 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

seated calf raises - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

CARDIO

none


.....easy!!!

grea thread, what is your nutrition like?

[Mr_Aestheticz]

great thread, what is your nutrition like?

greatly appreciated sir!

265 pro
185 carb
55 fat

[muscleandgains]

greatly appreciated sir!

265 pro
185 carb
55 fat

what do you weigh as of now?

we have similar macros , i have hit a plateu and im thinking of dropping my fat to 40

like i said great thread , informative and love the dedication man!

[Neiderhiser]

Nice stak you posted above! Do you plan on keeping creatine in the mix throughout your whole cut? Just curious, I've seen people have a successful cut both on and off it, so wondering what your view is.

[TreeTrunkLegs]

Proud of your success as usual my man. Keep pushing to the top.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

what do you weigh as of now?

we have similar macros , i have hit a plateu and im thinking of dropping my fat to 40

like i said great thread , informative and love the dedication man!

I was 205 on my heavy of weighing in yeah, plateaus are a mother, greatly appreciate the feedback and the support :)


Nice stak you posted above! Do you plan on keeping creatine in the mix throughout your whole cut? Just curious, I've seen people have a successful cut both on and off it, so wondering what your view is.

Keeping it, the whole creatine hold water thing is bull to me, no need to cut it out.


Proud of your success as usual my man. Keep pushing to the top.

Just trying to keep up with you homie, big things in store for the both of us!

[Neiderhiser]

Keeping it, the whole creatine hold water thing is bull to me, no need to cut it out.


Right on bro. I went off creatine along with a few other supps during my cut, mostly just to clean out the system with the intent of adding them back slowly at a later time. I figure that way I can truly assess their effectiveness on my training and development. Just gotta experiment ya know.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Just gotta experiment ya know.

That is the key to having successful physical tranformations you hit the nail on thead right there, well said!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

WEDNESDAY 6/16/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

[PinchTheBear]

WEDNESDAY 6/16/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

Treadmill, outside, elliptical? I've always found that machines held me back because I could really only hit top intensity on a track or on the field.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Treadmill, outside, elliptical? I've always found that machines held me back because I could really only hit top intensity on a track or on the field.

Treadmill, got up to 11.5 mph yesterday :/

[BigStew]

I agree with the creatine and holding water. I do 2 5 gram doses a day and lean and dry. The problem is that most people are just FAT

Great Job Brotha

Any Progress Pics from this week

[Mr_Aestheticz]

I agree with the creatine and holding water. I do 2 5 gram doses a day and lean and dry. The problem is that most people are just FAT

Great Job Brotha

Any Progress Pics from this week

LOL just blame it on the fa a a a a a a a blame it on the ffff aaaaa tttt at

Thanks homie, I usually take progress pics over the weekend, its rough during the week as I dont get home till 9:30/10 from work, training, and cardio. So coming home to the dog, prepping for the next day and the Mrs. on my butt about quality time last thing she wants t do or wants me doing is pictures lmao!

Ill see what I can take while at the gym!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Thursday 6/17/10

upper hyper

chest, bi's, and tris

CHEST

db incline press - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

db incline flies - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps
*Dropped down after last set push ups to failure

BIS

ez bar curls - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

db hammer curls - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

TRIS

overhead rope extensions - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

str8 bar extensions - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

CARDIO

40 min elyptical

...easy!!

[BigStew]

Nice Work Playa,

What kind of Numbers are you doing with these wieghts.

What are the Rest Periods Like right now with the increased reps???

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Nice Work Playa,

What kind of Numbers are you doing with these wieghts.

What are the Rest Periods Like right now with the increased reps???

Thanks homie!

I got 95's on my last set of db inclines for 13 reps, 45 on each side for 13 with ez bar curls and extensions ehhh w/e lol!

I generally take 60 - 120 sec rest in between.

[tatteredsaint]

nice job bro , moving forward

[Mr_Aestheticz]

nice job bro , moving forward

Trying to chug along and press on big brotha!!!

[Neiderhiser]

Looking solid in here, love the intense and to-the-point sessions.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Looking solid in here, love the intense and to-the-point sessions.

Yeah i dont like being on the fllor for more than and hour so I get and get done, well in my current cas get in and get on the elyptical lol

[BigStew]

Yeah i dont like being on the fllor for more than and hour so I get and get done, well in my current cas get in and get on the elyptical lol

Im the Complete Opposite Like Like the High Volume approach works best for me but that is whats so great about this sport. So Many approachs that all work differently for each

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Im the Complete Opposite Like Like the High Volume approach works best for me but that is whats so great about this sport. So Many approachs that all work differently for each

x's2 it is amazing how things work diff for others, if did your high volume approach i wouldnt progress, trust i know because i have tried

[Mr_Aestheticz]

LOOK AT THESE TWO STUDS BACK IN 2008 LMFAO!!!

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f157/Mr_Aestheticz/alexn12008.jpg

[BigStew]

^^^^^
At least you were looking good ;)

[Mr_Aestheticz]

^^^^^
At least you were looking good ;)

hardy har har smart guy!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Friday 6/18/10

lower hyper

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

hack squats - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

extensions - 12 - 15 reps

HAMS

lying leg curls - 3 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 3 sets x 8 - 12 reps

seated calf raises - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CARDIO

none

...easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Saturday 6/19/10

upper hyper

back and shoulders

BACK

t-bar rows - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

rack chin pull-ups - 3 sets 10 - 15 reps

pulldowns - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

SHOULDERS

smith presses - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

db laterals - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

rear pec deck flies - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CARDIO

30 min elyptical

..easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

SUNDAY 6/20/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

NEW PROGRESS PIC UP AND RUNNING!!!

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/Mr_Aestheticz/more.php?section=progresspics

...EASY!!!

[BigStew]

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Legs have really come up.

Now it is time to dial it in. Great Work Playa

[Mr_Aestheticz]

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Legs have really come up.

Now it is time to dial it in. Great Work Playa

Thanks brotha still much work to be done but I am down 22 lbs and now its really bout to get ugly!

DOING WORK SON!

[BigStew]

Thanks brotha still much work to be done but I am down 22 lbs and now its really bout to get ugly!

DOING WORK SON!

Now the Focus is to RIP IT UP.
Great Improvements Man

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Now the Focus is to RIP IT UP.
Great Improvements Man

Thanks brotha cardio has been nuts, training on point, diet nothing less than 150%, and the Betancourt supps have been a huge help as well!

The BCAA chewies and Ripped Juice have been helping out wonders!

[BigStew]

Thanks brotha cardio has been nuts, training on point, diet nothing less than 150%, and the Betancourt supps have been a huge help as well!

The BCAA chewies and Ripped Juice have been helping out wonders!

Betancourt Nutrition is 100% behind you and we have all the confidence in the world that you will beinging home that Pro Card with this show.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Betancourt Nutrition is 100% behind you and we have all the confidence in the world that you will beinging home that Pro Card with this show.

Feeling blessed!

[tatteredsaint]

Feeling blessed!

we have faith in you bro, u got this :cool:

[Mr_Aestheticz]

we have faith in you bro, u got this :cool:

Much appreciated homie :)

[Neiderhiser]

Woah there hoss, you got some serious mass on that frame. Wheels are lookin swole son! And 22lbs lost is no easy feat, how long did that take you?

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Woah there hoss, you got some serious mass on that frame. Wheels are lookin swole son! And 22lbs lost is no easy feat, how long did that take you?

HA HA thanks homie, only trying otget better, ummm 222 lbs was about 10 weeks worth of solid work!

[shortstack74]

What's up RJ. Progress pics are looking good brother.

I'll check back with ya and see how it's going.

Jeremy

[Mr_Aestheticz]

What's up RJ. Progress pics are looking good brother.

I'll check back with ya and see how it's going.

Jeremy

Hey homie!

Thanks brotha greatly appreciated, just taking ti a day at a time, yeah def come backthrogh great to have you along!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Upper power

6/21/10

back, chest, shoulders, bis, tris

BACK

pendalay rows - 3 sets x 5 reps

CHEST

bb flat press - 3 sets x 5 reps

SHOULDERS

hs press - 3 sets x 5 reps

BIS

db curls 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

TRIS

ez bar skulls - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

CARDIO

40 min elyptical

...EASY!!!

[BigStew]

Amazing workout playa

[Neiderhiser]

HA HA thanks homie, only trying otget better, ummm 222 lbs was about 10 weeks worth of solid work!

10 weeks is no joke, awesome progress so far man!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Amazing workout playa

The best I could make it, strength on my power days is a little on the low side lol!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

GOT A NEW TRAINING CLIP UP AND RUNNING, HUGE UPGRADE, GOT SOME MUSIC FOR ADDED AFFECT LOL, CHECK IT OUT!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6s8Cndzujc

...EASY!!!

[tatteredsaint]

nice , that video was well done , good set too bro

[Mr_Aestheticz]

10 weeks is no joke, awesome progress so far man!

Thanks brotha hangin gon lol!


nice , that video was well done , good set too bro

Thanks brotha always appreciate your support!

[PinchTheBear]

G6s8Cndzujc

Your intensity in these videos is freakn crazy

[Mr_Aestheticz]

G6s8Cndzujc

Your intensity in these videos is freakn crazy

ha ha thanks homie I am a pretty intense person been that way since football, i used to be so amped and fired up on the field i would feel like passing out lol

[BigStew]

Great Video Big Boy

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Great Video Big Boy

Thanks! :)

[Mr_Aestheticz]

G6s8Cndzujc

Tuesday 6/22/10

lower power

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

bb squats - 3 sets x 5 reps

HAMS

sldls - 3 sets x 5 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

seated calf raises - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

CARDIO

none

[BigStew]

What is the weight on the squats now????

Is it down from your offseason weight yet???

[Neiderhiser]

sweet vid! love the intensity, keep it up.

[tatteredsaint]

hell yeah way to beat the sticks up brah :D

[Mr_Aestheticz]

What is the weight on the squats now????

Is it down from your offseason weight yet???

HA HA I actually am deloading on all my power movement exercises this week, my numbers ar elittle by little dropping but am down from my off season weights, way off lol

BUT I am still strong compared to what I was w/ my first show, and on my auxiliary/hyper days movements weight is stil pretty decent, I have been hitting that peak where poweris MIA.


sweet vid! love the intensity, keep it up.

Thanks homie just trying to bring it everyday!

[BigStew]

That is a Huge level of progress. Each time you diet you should be stronger than the last time.

Keep up the great work. I am super happy with my strength on this diet especially in my upper body as that was the first thing to go during my diet because of my shoulder injury

[Mr_Aestheticz]

That is a Huge level of progress. Each time you diet you should be stronger than the last time.

Keep up the great work. I am super happy with my strength on this diet especially in my upper body as that was the first thing to go during my diet because of my shoulder injury

If your training, supplementation, and mainly DIET is on point you can make strength gains and progress while dieting for prep and also while trying to make lean mass gains.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

So yesterday i decided to do something different, I love BullRush it is my favorite Betancourt Nutrition supp, and to me it is very versatile. Now I know you can take it intra and post, but yesterday being a heavy leg day and needed an extra boost i did this!

Pre-Wo
1 Scoop of BullRush
5 BullNox Chewies

or

1 Scoop of BUllNox

This worked out phenomenal, my energy was up, my strength felt great, muscles were full and tight, veins poppin, and I wasn't as exhausted or tired as I normally would be, I would def recommend this pro-wo if you are going to have a brutal heavy session going on!

...EASY!!!

[PinchTheBear]

So yesterday i decided to do something different, I love BullRush it is my favorite Betancourt Nutrition supp, and to me it is very versatile.

Nice plug! :D I would even say that Bullrush could be taken pre-workout as well for vasodilation.

[BigStew]

If your training, supplementation, and mainly DIET is on point you can make strength gains and progress while dieting for prep and also while trying to make lean mass gains.

Not to Mention the Betancourt Products lol ( lil Pimping)

But I can say the Bullnox has given me nice energy and enduracne and the BullRush has Killed ALL my DOMS

Big Blend is also like a Cheat meal!!!!!!!!!!! SOOOOO TASY

[Mr_Aestheticz]

WEDNESDAY 6/16/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

[BigStew]

WEDNESDAY 6/16/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

Nice Man get it done.

ever do your HIIT outside on a Track????

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Nice Man get it done.

ever do your HIIT outside on a Track????

i have thought about it being I literally live 30 secodns down the road froma high school and bringing my dog, but I honestly know I wont push myself as hard outside as I would on the treadmill (mental thing)!

I am actually looking at doing 40/50 yard sprints and some car pushes :)

[BigStew]

I thought the same thing but man it is intense. I would give it a try much harder and Funnier

[Mr_Aestheticz]

and Funnier

Glad I can amuse you :)

[FATHER FLEX]

i have thought about it being I literally live 30 secodns down the road froma high school and bringing my dog, but I honestly know I wont push myself as hard outside as I would on the treadmill (mental thing)!

I am actually looking at doing 40/50 yard sprints and some car pushes :)

You will dig these bro, no HIIT is harder than this IMO. I love the track! Sprint the straights, and walk the curves. You hit the wall at about the 3-4th interval, were with usual ones I don't start feeling the same brick wall until maybe the 6-7th one.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

You will dig these bro, no HIIT is harder than this IMO. I love the track! Sprint the straights, and walk the curves. You hit the wall at about the 3-4th interval, were with usual ones I don't start feeling the same brick wall until maybe the 6-7th one.

HA HA now that you put it that way I have to give this a shot, also looking into car pushes and 50 yard sprints on the field ;)

[FATHER FLEX]

HA HA now that you put it that way I have to give this a shot, also looking into car pushes and 50 yard sprints on the field ;)

Vomit is weakness leaving the body. LOL

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Vomit is weakness leaving the body. LOL

Hmmmm does it dry you out and make you leaner, I mean it seems to work for the models lol!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Thursday 6/23/10

upper hyper

chest, bi's, and tris

CHEST

db incline press - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

db incline flies - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps
*Dropped down after last set push ups to failure

BIS

ez bar curls - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

db hammer curls - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

TRIS

overhead rope extensions - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

str8 bar extensions - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

CARDIO

40 min elyptical

...easy!!

[_Aggression_]

During my last 'cut', I ran around my neighborhood as opposed to running on a treadmill. I definitely enjoyed it a lot more. Can't beat the fresh air and change of scenery. Running on the pavement at 5am while the world is still half asleep is very peaceful. Although my ankles took a beating from the one road that seems to endlessly go uphill! haha.


More vids please!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

During my last 'cut', I ran around my neighborhood as opposed to running on a treadmill. I definitely enjoyed it a lot more. Can't beat the fresh air and change of scenery. Running on the pavement at 5am while the world is still half asleep is very peaceful. Although my ankles took a beating from the one road that seems to endlessly go uphill! haha.


More vids please!!

The vids are a coming lol!

Yeah I'm at the point I am getting less motivated to do my HIIT sessions so I need to switch it up and make it fresh, got a bunch of things on the menu!

[BigStew]

During my last 'cut', I ran around my neighborhood as opposed to running on a treadmill. I definitely enjoyed it a lot more. Can't beat the fresh air and change of scenery. Running on the pavement at 5am while the world is still half asleep is very peaceful. Although my ankles took a beating from the one road that seems to endlessly go uphill! haha.


More vids please!!

I agree, Running outside is much better, as long as u do it early in MIAMI lol after 9AM it is too hot

also agree with more videos we love them

[Neiderhiser]

Solid workout, always on point in here. What's your split look like exactly again? How many rest days do you take?

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Solid workout, always on point in here. What's your split look like exactly again? How many rest days do you take?

My rest days on Wednesday and Sunday but I do HIIT cardio so really no rest lol been going at it 7 days a week coming upon 11 weeks now :)

[MetFan]

My rest days on Wednesday and Sunday but I do HIIT cardio so really no rest lol been going at it 7 days a week coming upon 11 weeks now :)

I hear you on that bro.

Been working 6 days a week, plus hitting the gym 6 days as well for the past 6 weeks and I can feel it taking it's toll. Had to take last week off from lifting due to overdoing it.

I am sure you will come up with something to kick the motivation in gear again. Maybe some biking outdoors or rollerblading on the boardwalks will make it refreshing again and not so much like work.

[bucsfan]

great journal man.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

I hear you on that bro.

Been working 6 days a week, plus hitting the gym 6 days as well for the past 6 weeks and I can feel it taking it's toll. Had to take last week off from lifting due to overdoing it.

I am sure you will come up with something to kick the motivation in gear again. Maybe some biking outdoors or rollerblading on the boardwalks will make it refreshing again and not so much like work.

Yeah homie **** is really grinding and winding me down lol, I ran outdoors yesterday with the dog and his ass was done and i was absolutely shot lol!

Ihave all the motivation I need just need to keep goignand push forward!


great journal man.

Greatly appreciated homie!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Friday 6/25/10

lower hyper

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

hack squats - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

extensions - 12 - 15 reps

HAMS

lying leg curls - 3 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 3 sets x 8 - 12 reps

seated calf raises - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CARDIO

none

...easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Saturday 6/26/10

upper hyper

back and shoulders

BACK

t-bar rows - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

rack chin pull-ups - 3 sets 10 - 15 reps

pulldowns - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

SHOULDERS

smith presses - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

db laterals - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

rear pec deck flies - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CARDIO

30 min elyptical

..easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Sunday 6/6/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

NEW PROGRESS PIC UP, WEIGHING IN AT ABOUT 200 LBS!

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/Mr_Aestheticz/more.php?section=progresspics

...EASY!!!

[BigStew]

Looking thick playa, You are going to be doing some nice damage on Stage this year

[PinchTheBear]

Leaning out nicely. 'Mirin the new avi.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Leaning out nicely. 'Mirin the new avi.

Thanks homie slowly and steadily getting it doen wanan keep on as much thickness and size as possible alogn with being in great condition!


Looking thick playa, You are going to be doing some nice damage on Stage this year

Thanks brotha my vascularity is coming through as you can also in my forearms and arms, but al in all coming in nice!

[tatteredsaint]

back is looking jacked bro , nice work

[Mr_Aestheticz]

back is looking jacked bro , nice work

Thanks bud trying to take after you ;) lol

[Neiderhiser]

Awesome new avi! Your back is definitely one of your strong points, among many. Got dat der v-taper goin on.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Awesome new avi! Your back is definitely one of your strong points, among many. Got dat der v-taper goin on.

greatly appreciated I just wish I had a small waist I have thick obliques which take away fro my lats in my fornt relaxed grrrr

[tatteredsaint]

Thanks bud trying to take after you ;) lol

haha I wish u were trying to catch up to me :D but I think it's the other way around lol

[Mr_Aestheticz]

haha I wish u were trying to catch up to me :D but I think it's the other way around lol

ha ha thanks homie

[BigStew]

greatly appreciated I just wish I had a small waist I have thick obliques which take away fro my lats in my fornt relaxed grrrr

Once you diet the BF away the taper will be even better.

I never complain about structure if I have thick hips that just means more work to do on making me wider. It can me done


Keep kicking ass

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Once you diet the BF away the taper will be even better.

I never complain about structure if I have thick hips that just means more work to do on making me wider. It can me done


Keep kicking ass

haha no excuses just saying :)

On te grind kid, your boy is worn but not out much work to be done and getting it done.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Upper power

6/28/10

back, chest, shoulders, bis, tris

BACK

pendalay rows - 3 sets x 5 reps

CHEST

bb flat press - 3 sets x 5 reps

SHOULDERS

hs press - 3 sets x 5 reps

BIS

db curls 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

TRIS

ez bar skulls - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

CARDIO

40 min elyptical

...EASY!!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

GOT A NEW VID IN THE WORKS THAT I WILL POST LATER TODAY!!!

I ave been getting a lot of feedback and comments on my back so I decided to shoot a clip on one of the reasons how I obtain it ;)

STAY TUNED!!

...EASY!!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

HERE IT IS THE NEW TRAINING CLIP UP AND RUNNING, CHECK IT OUT!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHhyxi4-DF8

...EASY!!!

[furyhockey]

HERE IT IS THE NEW TRAINING CLIP UP AND RUNNING, CHECK IT OUT!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHhyxi4-DF8

...EASY!!!

that's some HEAVY weight. Any more vids comin out?!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

that's some HEAVY weight. Any more vids comin out?!

I am currently working on getting at least one clip a week done, if not one every 2 weeks but def a lot more to come stay tuned!

greatly appreciate you stopping through!

[tatteredsaint]

HERE IT IS THE NEW TRAINING CLIP UP AND RUNNING, CHECK IT OUT!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHhyxi4-DF8

...EASY!!!

damn dude nice , I wish my gym would get some 150s they're slackin ;)

[Mr_Aestheticz]

damn dude nice , I wish my gym would get some 150s they're slackin ;)

HAHA part of the main reason why i switched gyms ;)

[_Aggression_]

Sweet video, broseph.

You fellas gotta come to Jersey, where the dumbbells go up to 200lbs in FITNESS CENTERS! Fo sho!

[tatteredsaint]

Sweet video, broseph.

You fellas gotta come to Jersey, where the dumbbells go up to 200lbs in FITNESS CENTERS! Fo sho!

I could tear it up .... pressing one of them with both hands ;)

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Sweet video, broseph.

You fellas gotta come to Jersey, where the dumbbells go up to 200lbs in FITNESS CENTERS! Fo sho!


I could tear it up .... pressing one of them with both hands ;)

I gotta hit up the Ronnie Coleman's lmao!!

[tatteredsaint]

I gotta hit up the Ronnie Coleman's lmao!!

lmao I thought I was a badass for hittin 125sx11 200s would tear my damn arms off

[Mr_Aestheticz]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHhyxi4-DF8

Tuesday 6/29/10

lower power

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

bb squats - 3 sets x 5 reps

HAMS

sldls - 3 sets x 5 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

seated calf raises - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

CARDIO

none

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Wednesday 6/30/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

[Neiderhiser]

Great new video! Impressive strength and form is lookin spot on.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Great new video! Impressive strength and form is lookin spot on.

Thanks brotha greatly appreciated what is lifting ll tat weight without form ;)

[BigStew]

Bro I cant wait to chop all ur videos into one ****in HIGHLIGHT Video it is going to be amazing, Nice work playa

[TreeTrunkLegs]

Great lookin vid homie. Keep doin work.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Bro I cant wait to chop all ur videos into one ****in HIGHLIGHT Video it is going to be amazing, Nice work playa

HA HA cant not to get them all done and together and make maic!

Thanks homie trying to finish strong and bring it home!


Great lookin vid homie. Keep doin work.

No stoppin now!!!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Thursday 6/30/10

upper hyper

chest, bi's, and tris

CHEST

db incline press - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

db incline flies - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps
*Dropped down after last set push ups to failure

BIS

ez bar curls - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

db hammer curls - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

TRIS

overhead rope extensions - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

str8 bar extensions - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

CARDIO

40 min elyptical

NOTES

Was in the gym at 8 am, I was off from work and decided why sleep when I should be working on being great. So i hit it early and hard. Plus the Mrs. was from work and wanted to spend some quality time which is always very important. We hit the movies saw Avatar: The Last Airbender in 3D a def must see, and hit the plazas and little shipping stores. Had a great day and spent some great quality time together which we needed was a very productive and blessed day!

...easy!!

[tatteredsaint]

how was the last airbender flick bro , I thought about taking my kid to see it but I wasn't sure how suitable it would be for an 8 yr old

[BigStew]

how was the last airbender flick bro , I thought about taking my kid to see it but I wasn't sure how suitable it would be for an 8 yr old

I think he said he liked it a lot,

Great workout man

Is the Predators Movie out yet, I Hope that movie bomb. the Original was one of mY favorites, Cant Replace arnold but I hope it is entertaining

[tatteredsaint]

I think he said he liked it a lot,

Great workout man

Is the Predators Movie out yet, I Hope that movie bomb. the Original was one of mY favorites, Cant Replace arnold but I hope it is entertaining

I think it comes out JULY 9TH it looks pretty good , but like u said there's no replacing arnold although I wouldn't mind seeing ronnie coleman vs predator ;)

[Mr_Aestheticz]

how was the last airbender flick bro , I thought about taking my kid to see it but I wasn't sure how suitable it would be for an 8 yr old


I think he said he liked it a lot,

Great workout man

Is the Predators Movie out yet, I Hope that movie bomb. the Original was one of mY favorites, Cant Replace arnold but I hope it is entertaining


I think it comes out JULY 9TH it looks pretty good , but like u said there's no replacing arnold although I wouldn't mind seeing ronnie coleman vs predator ;)

The flick was sick in my eyes, the only thing I didn't like was it was a little scripted and choppy, but graphics were sck and there will eb sequels to the story!

As far as it being good for an 8 year old it def is perfectly fine the movie is produced by Nickelodeon so I honestly feel you can take your 8 year old.

ThePredators looks ok, I wont lie I am very ify about the movie and really hope it isn't disappointing the Predator movies are def on my top 10 list of movies of all time so we will see.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Friday 7/2/10

lower hyper

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

hack squats - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

extensions - 12 - 15 reps

HAMS

lying leg curls - 3 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 3 sets x 8 - 12 reps

seated calf raises - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

CARDIO

none

...easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Saturday 7/3/10

upper hyper

back and shoulders

BACK

t-bar rows - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

rack chin pull-ups - 3 sets 10 - 15 reps

pulldowns - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

SHOULDERS

smith presses - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

db laterals - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps

rear pec deck flies - 2 sets x 12 - 15 reps3

CARDIO

30 min elyptical

..easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Sunday 7/4/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

NEW PROGRESS PIC UP AND RUNNING, CHECK IT OUT!!!

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/Mr_Aestheticz/more.php?section=progresspics

You can see I am def leaning out, my hamy's are coming in and my glutes are tightening up, my width is getting better and all in all vast improvements. Still not great yet and a long ways to go, but am and will get it done!!!

...EASY!!!

[tatteredsaint]

deffinitely looking more lean bro

[Mr_Aestheticz]

deffinitely looking more lean bro

Thanks homie still much work to be done!!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Upper power

7/5/10

back, chest, shoulders, bis, tris

BACK

pendalay rows - 3 sets x 5 reps

CHEST

bb flat press - 3 sets x 5 reps

SHOULDERS

hs press - 3 sets x 5 reps

IS

db curls 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

TRIS

ez bar skulls - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

CARDIO

40 min elyptical

...EASY!!!

[tatteredsaint]

Thanks homie still much work to be done!!!

there's always work to be done bro , if there wasn't we'd all be bored with nothing to strive for -keep tearing chit up

[Mr_Aestheticz]

there's always work to be done bro , if there wasn't we'd all be bored with nothing to strive for -keep tearing chit up

Rip it, tear, it, Chomp it, "WHATEVER IT TAKES!"

[Neiderhiser]

Nice! getting a run in on a holiday shows dedication. How was the diet on the 4th? Splurge a little? I know I did!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Nice! getting a run in on a holiday shows dedication. How was the diet on the 4th? Splurge a little? I know I did!

HELL NO, DONT BELIEVE IN CHEATING OR CHEAT MEALS!

We did throw some Round Eye Roast, Asparagus, Zuchini, grilled Onions and Pepper though :)

[Neiderhiser]

Haha, right on man! This boy is in it to win it.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Haha, right on man! This boy is in it to win it.

All or nothing kid!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Tuesday 7/5/10

lower power

quads, hams, calves

QUADS

bb squats - 3 sets x 5 reps

HAMS

sldls - 3 sets x 5 reps

CALVES

standing calf raises - 4 sets x 6 - 10 reps

seated calf raises - 3 sets x 10 - 12 reps

CARDIO

none

...EASY!!!

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Wednesday 7/7/10

hiit cardio 20 minutes

...easy!!

[shortstack74]

Lookin good RJ. Everything seems to be falling nicely into place.

Good luck brother

Jeremy

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Lookin good RJ. Everything seems to be falling nicely into place.

Good luck brother

Jeremy

Thanks homie always appreciate you coming through, giving it hell and doing what it do!!!

[TreeTrunkLegs]

Pics look great son. Hit me up with your thoughts on your 8/10 weeks. Id like to hear whats stirring in your skull.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Pics look great son. Hit me up with your thoughts on your 8/10 weeks. Id like to hear whats stirring in your skull.

No diggity, can not wait to hear the heardware you bring home, def rooting fo ryou behind the scenes kid make sure you keep me updated with what goes down this weekend.

[audieswu]

Someone doin' work here...Subbin' fah sho

[Mr_Aestheticz]

Someone doin' work here...Subbin' fah sho

Thanks big homie, doing work, but more to be done, greatly appreciate you blessin my journey!

[audieswu]

Thanks big homie, doing work, but more to be done, greatly appreciate you blessin my journey!

It's inspiring and motivating to see a fella brother in Iron do work and never satisfied...I like that. The type of people I want to associate with. Hard work pays off for sure...What's scary as I read here, you're just getting started.

[Mr_Aestheticz]

It's inspiring and motivating to see a fella brother in Iron do work and never satisfied...I like that. The type of people I want to associate with. Hard work pays off for sure...What's scary as I read here, you're just getting started.

There is and will always be room for improvement, lil over 2 years in the game and trying to extend this life and career as long as I can ;)

[BigStew]

I think the biggest Testament to your hard work and the new improvements that you have made is that each week you are looking leaner with the same level of thickness, That is a huge thing with Natural guys and BB in General they believe a are alot bigger than they are in the Off-Season, You Really cant tell if you have made those gains until the fat is gone, Plus I also thick that when you lift heavy like we both do you create Thick Dense Muscle Fiber that stays with you unlike if you do those fluff and buff workouts that so many of people do
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Great Job Brotha

[Mr_Aestheticz]

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

Thank homie greatly appreciated really means alot!

Taking a 2 year off season helped but the main thing I can attest is my diet, trainnig, cardio, and my Betancourt supp regimen is on point w/ everything all day and everyday!

I am even amazed to how dense and heavy I have remained over the past 13 weeks, plus I made sure I gave myself enough time to trim nice and slow so that i can keep that hard earned muscle.

I look at myself in the face everyday kowing I am doing everything that I am supposed to be doing to be the best i can be, and everyones kind words and having my back helps out GREATLY!

So quick shout out to my family, friends, small fan base, and Betancourt Nutrition fo rholding me down and having my back!

Thursday 7/8/10

upper hyper

chest, bi's, and tris

CHEST

db incline press - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

db incline flies - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps
*Dropped down after last set push ups to failure

BIS

ez bar curls - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

db hammer curls - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

TRIS

overhead rope extensions - 4 sets x 10 - 15 reps

str8 bar extensions - 3 sets x 15 - 20 reps

CARDIO

40 min elyptical

....EASY!!!!