Official: "The Lonely Road to Hell: HRT Solo Contest" Check-in Thread...

[mrdead]

In an effort to make things a bit easier on Rage, the contestants, and the judges... This will be the official check-in thread for the Solo HRT contest... That way, there's no confusion as to where you should post... Thank you...

[squirrelmeister]

In an effort to make things a bit easier on Rage, the contestants, and the judges... This will be the official check-in thread for the Solo HRT contest... That way, there's no confusion as to where you should post... Thank you...

So just to clarify, i don't mean to sound stupid...do we post everything in here? daily logs? videos? diets? commentaries on the workout? Like everything? Sorry asking a stupid question just want to make sure i got everything straight.

[BB2K]

So just to clarify, i don't mean to sound stupid...do we post everything in here? daily logs? videos? diets? commentaries on the workout? Like everything? Sorry asking a stupid question just want to make sure i got everything straight.

I was gonna ask the same thing. Lol

[mrdead]

So just to clarify, i don't mean to sound stupid...do we post everything in here? daily logs? videos? diets? commentaries on the workout? Like everything? Sorry asking a stupid question just want to make sure i got everything straight.


I was gonna ask the same thing. Lol

This is for the weekly check-ins... Everything else goes in your contest log...

[ragingmuscle]

Solo Check ins and Adjusmtemts

1)BB2K- hrt log – Officially Checked In To Move On
Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started


2)14ETex- Officially Checked In To Move On
Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight This Week=X lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week=+/-X lbs,
Current Protein=290 grams,
Current Carbs Grams=400,
Apetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]=5

Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started

Reduce carbs to 300 grams per day.


3)SoChillBro- Officially Checked In To Move On
Beginning weight= 170 lbs,
Weight This Week= 170 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week=+/- 0 lbs,
Current Protein= 170-200 grams,
Current Carbs Grams= 200-240,
Apettite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= Today 7

Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started

Set protein at 220 grams per day and carbs at 250 grams per day.


4)1percenter- Officially Checked In To Move On
Beginning weight=182 lbs;
Current Protein=273 grams;
Current Carbs=234; Calories= 1823;
Appetite=8

Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started

Set protein at 250 grams per day and carbs at 200 grams per day.


5)Gainweightnow- Officially Checked In To Move On
Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started


6)Squirrelmeister- _ Officially Checked In To Move On
Beginning weight=175 lbs,
Weight This Week=X lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week=+/-X lbs,
Current Protein=280 grams,
Current Carbs Grams=520,
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]=7

Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started

No changes this week.

[squirrelmeister]

Solo Check ins and Adjusmtemts

1)BB2K- hrt log – Officially Checked In To Move On
Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started



2)14ETex- Officially Checked In To Move On
Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight This Week=X lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week=+/-X lbs,
Current Protein=290 grams,
Current Carbs Grams=400,
Apetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]=5

Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started

Reduce carbs to 300 grams per day.


3)SoChillBro- Officially Checked In To Move On
Beginning weight= 170 lbs,
Weight This Week= 170 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week=+/- 0 lbs,
Current Protein= 170-200 grams,
Current Carbs Grams= 200-240,
Apettite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= Today 7

Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started

Set protein at 220 grams per day and carbs at 250 grams per day.


4)1percenter- Officially Checked In To Move On
Beginning weight=182 lbs;
Current Protein=273 grams;
Current Carbs=234; Calories= 1823;
Appetite=8

Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started

Set protein at 250 grams per day and carbs at 200 grams per day.


5)Gainweightnow- Officially Checked In To Move On
Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started


6)Squirrelmeister- _ Officially Checked In To Move On
Beginning weight=175 lbs,
Weight This Week=X lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week=+/-X lbs,
Current Protein=280 grams,
Current Carbs Grams=520,
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]=7

Photos Checked And Verified
Log Started

No changes this week.

Thanks Rage and Dead!

[1Percenter]

I will make the changes starting today. I was surprised to already get my supplement package as well this morning... Big Thanks to you guys for making that happen so quickly.

1%

[1Percenter]

Here are my stats for the end of week one.
Beginning Weight =182
Ending Weight =186
Weight difference =+4lbs
Protein =255 not quite to 250.
Carbs =210 almost there
Appetite = 8 but that is waning.

My weight is up so I am stoked about that. Working on getting my carbs and protein in check. It is getting harder to fit 6 meals in during the day but I am being super creative. Will have pics up of super lasagna, low on carbs, heavy on protein and taste with veggies mixed in. I will also have hopefully two vids up.
Got bored today and wanted to cook something awesome. Meet my super protein lasagna. I think it ranges at 35-40 grams of protein per slice. Low on carbs since I use about only half a box of shells and no ricotta which keeps it on the low fat scale. Hope you guys like it..


1%

[BB2K]

Week 1 check in:


Beginning Weight = 208.5lbs
Ending Weight = 207lbs
Weight difference = -1.5lbs
Appetite: Through the roof :)


Weekly video update:

2LhBJOHUyx8

Feeling great and loving the HRT program. Would like some options on tricep exercises though. DB overhead ext cuts the blood off to my head, i assume my delts are digging into my neck and blood flow is stopped. Not a good thing when you nearly pass out. lol Can i use Close grip bench and press downs? Or what exercises do you suggest?

[squirrelmeister]

Here is a video of my HRT Week 1 on how things are going :).

BeDlVcLbAzM

Beginning weight=175 lbs,
Weight This Week=181 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week=+ 6 lbs,
Current Protein= SAME
Current Carbs Grams= SAME
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= Eating everything in site!! 6 meals and snacks throughout the day! (Trail mix and protein bars: GOOD SNACKS haha)

My weight is going up and making my motivation go through the roof!!! My will power to eat more is increasing and i drink nothing but water and protein shakes so everything is going great!!

Hope everyone is prepared for WEEK 2!!!

[14ETex]

Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight This Week=194 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= +4 lbs,
Current Protein= 260-280
Current Carbs Grams= 300-320
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= I've had a crazy appetite lately, eating evereverything I can. Don't know why I've been so hungry but its ok, helps me get the protein and carbs I need

I've been looking forward to Monday all weekend, I'm ready to see what kind of weight I'll be putting up this week. I love the fact that this program is a constant challenge, you have to want to put the work in and improve yourself. The thing about HRT though is for me atleast... once I started, I got hooked. Only time will tell just how much change this program will make in me. But I have nothing but time anyway!

[ragingmuscle]

Here are my stats for the end of week one.
Beginning Weight =182
Ending Weight =186
Weight difference =+4lbs
Protein =255 not quite to 250.
Carbs =210 almost there
Appetite = 8 but that is waning.

My weight is up so I am stoked about that. Working on getting my carbs and protein in check. It is getting harder to fit 6 meals in during the day but I am being super creative. Will have pics up of super lasagna, low on carbs, heavy on protein and taste with veggies mixed in. I will also have hopefully two vids up.
Got bored today and wanted to cook something awesome. Meet my super protein lasagna. I think it ranges at 35-40 grams of protein per slice. Low on carbs since I use about only half a box of shells and no ricotta which keeps it on the low fat scale. Hope you guys like it..


1%

No changes this week

[ragingmuscle]

Week 1 check in:


Beginning Weight = 208.5lbs
Ending Weight = 207lbs
Weight difference = -1.5lbs
Appetite: Through the roof :)


Weekly video update:

2LhBJOHUyx8

Feeling great and loving the HRT program. Would like some options on tricep exercises though. DB overhead ext cuts the blood off to my head, i assume my delts are digging into my neck and blood flow is stopped. Not a good thing when you nearly pass out. lol Can i use Close grip bench and press downs? Or what exercises do you suggest?

Like these video updates. Nice work bro. Take care of those shoulders. For tri's you can always do some pushdowns, CGB or any other tricep exercise. Just keep the rep scheme the same and your golden. Thanks you for the update.

[ragingmuscle]

Here is a video of my HRT Week 1 on how things are going :).

BeDlVcLbAzM

Beginning weight=175 lbs,
Weight This Week=181 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week=+ 6 lbs,
Current Protein= SAME
Current Carbs Grams= SAME
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= Eating everything in site!! 6 meals and snacks throughout the day! (Trail mix and protein bars: GOOD SNACKS haha)

My weight is going up and making my motivation go through the roof!!! My will power to eat more is increasing and i drink nothing but water and protein shakes so everything is going great!!

Hope everyone is prepared for WEEK 2!!!

Like I said...these video updates are great feedback for me. Very useful when evaluating check ins so please keep posting them with your check ins here in this thread. By all means you can put them in your journeys too, I just find them very helpful here also.

No changes this week. That is a back increase in weight but I would except it to slow next week.

[BB2K]

Like these video updates. Nice work bro. Take care of those shoulders. For tri's you can always do some pushdowns, CGB or any other tricep exercise. Just keep the rep scheme the same and your golden. Thanks you for the update.

Thanks for the info my man. Shoulders are tender but trainable. Front raises with the bar hurt so i may change those as well.

[squirrelmeister]

Like I said...these video updates are great feedback for me. Very useful when evaluating check ins so please keep posting them with your check ins here in this thread. By all means you can put them in your journeys too, I just find them very helpful here also.

No changes this week. That is a back increase in weight but I would except it to slow next week.

Thanks Rage! Will keep up the video posting in the thread. I'm hoping to start doing a little more cardio so i can get more definition as i add mass. So i definitely don't want to be gaining too much weight that fast either haha. Thanks for everything! Kicking off week 2!!

[ragingmuscle]

Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight This Week=194 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= +4 lbs,
Current Protein= 260-280
Current Carbs Grams= 300-320
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= I've had a crazy appetite lately, eating evereverything I can. Don't know why I've been so hungry but its ok, helps me get the protein and carbs I need

I've been looking forward to Monday all weekend, I'm ready to see what kind of weight I'll be putting up this week. I love the fact that this program is a constant challenge, you have to want to put the work in and improve yourself. The thing about HRT though is for me atleast... once I started, I got hooked. Only time will tell just how much change this program will make in me. But I have nothing but time anyway!

Nice bro. No changes this week.

[ragingmuscle]

Thanks for the info my man. Shoulders are tender but trainable. Front raises with the bar hurt so i may change those as well.

Any movements that allow the wrists to move more independently will ease some tension on the shoulder joints. Lots of dumbbell work.

[ragingmuscle]

Thanks Rage! Will keep up the video posting in the thread. I'm hoping to start doing a little more cardio so i can get more definition as i add mass. So i definitely don't want to be gaining too much weight that fast either haha. Thanks for everything! Kicking off week 2!!

Let me make the call on the cardio. None for now unless your camp makes you, but I'm not going to let you get fat. I'll be asking everyone for more pics in the next couple weeks.

[BB2K]

Any movements that allow the wrists to move more independently will ease some tension on the shoulder joints. Lots of dumbbell work.

i used DBs today on front raises and it didnt hurt as much. ;)

[ragingmuscle]

Looks like I'm handling 3 out of 6 diets in here. BB2K I know has a trainer, but not sure about you last two. Totally optional if you want to use me, but if you do, I need you to check in by noon PST. Let me know if I missed anyone.

[BB2K]

Looks like I'm handling 3 out of 6 diets in here. BB2K I know has a trainer, but not sure about you last two. Totally optional if you want to use me, but if you do, I need you to check in by noon PST. Let me know if I missed anyone.

RAGE, seeing as we all are doing a hard routine, should Animal Pak be taken twice a day or is once enough? I saw on the lable that 2 can be taken.

[ragingmuscle]

RAGE, seeing as we all are doing a hard routine, should Animal Pak be taken twice a day or is once enough? I saw on the lable that 2 can be taken.

1 pak is good for now, but as you get closer to your contest, maybe around 8 weeks out, I'd up it to two per day. You know how the body gets very taxed on the last leg of the journey and the immune system can really take a hit.

[BB2K]

1 pak is good for now, but as you get closer to your contest, maybe around 8 weeks out, I'd up it to two per day. You know how the body gets very taxed on the last leg of the journey and the immune system can really take a hit.

awesome, thanks for the info.

[1Percenter]

I was curious about 2 paks a day myself. Here is a video of me doing my overhead triceps extensions, hopefully this works. p26qAmsrQuw

[SoChillBro]

Weekly Update:

Weight This Week: 172lbs
Weight +/- From Last Week: +2lbs
Current Protein: 180-220/day
Current Carbs: 240-270/day
Appetite (1-10): 9 I want to eat constantly I think it's a combination of the intense training and the addition of Animal Pak, I've taken it in the past and my appetite increased
Water Intake: Around 1 gallon a day

_____________________________

Video update in log: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=140199413&p=790907443#post790907443

Hopefully everything is in order this week I've upped my carbs/protein from last week I haven't really kept track of fats since I'm on a bulk however I'm still using some common sense I'm trying to get swole not obese.

Also Rage or G if one of you gets a chance to look over my training logs can you let me know if I should switch any out or keep it the same? I'm trying to stick to the program to a T with a few minor changes due to equipment or lack of at my gym.

[mrdead]

In an effort to create continuity, some order, and decrease confusion....

Video updates go in your logs, workouts and daily meals and diets go in your logs. Weekly summary updates go in the Official Check-in Threads...

[squirrelmeister]

Let me make the call on the cardio. None for now unless your camp makes you, but I'm not going to let you get fat. I'll be asking everyone for more pics in the next couple weeks.

Sure thing man! Thanks!

[squirrelmeister]

In an effort to create continuity, some order, and decrease confusion....

Video updates go in your logs, workouts and daily meals and diets go in your logs. Weekly summary updates go in the Official Check-in Threads...

That's a big affirmative Dead :) no problem man!

[Fuzzhead]

im from the uk i know i cannot enter but can i record a good log and show results i get also most supp companies consentrate on america when theres a huge market here in the uk as theres about 2-3 brands that are ever advertised Animal have a huge potential here

[ragingmuscle]

Weekly Update:

Weight This Week: 172lbs
Weight +/- From Last Week: +2lbs
Current Protein: 180-220/day
Current Carbs: 240-270/day
Appetite (1-10): 9 I want to eat constantly I think it's a combination of the intense training and the addition of Animal Pak, I've taken it in the past and my appetite increased
Water Intake: Around 1 gallon a day

_____________________________

Video update in log: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=140199413&p=790907443#post790907443

Hopefully everything is in order this week I've upped my carbs/protein from last week I haven't really kept track of fats since I'm on a bulk however I'm still using some common sense I'm trying to get swole not obese.

Also Rage or G if one of you gets a chance to look over my training logs can you let me know if I should switch any out or keep it the same? I'm trying to stick to the program to a T with a few minor changes due to equipment or lack of at my gym.

Set your protein at 250 grams per day and your carbs at 300 grams per day. No other changes. Be sure to check in every Monday before noon going forward.

[Fuzzhead]

im from the uk i know i cannot enter but can i record a good log and show results i get also most supp companies consentrate on america when theres a huge market here in the uk as theres about 2-3 brands that are ever advertised Animal have a huge potential here
could i ?

[mrdead]

im from the uk i know i cannot enter but can i record a good log and show results i get also most supp companies consentrate on america when theres a huge market here in the uk as theres about 2-3 brands that are ever advertised Animal have a huge potential here


could i ?

Please read the following post... In it's entirety...
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=139810033&p=783497453&viewfull=1#post783497453

Universal/Animal/SportPharma do no condone the use of their products for those under the age of 18...

That being said... If you still want Rage to guide you through the program... Check in over here:

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=140310993&page=1

[SoChillBro]

Set your protein at 250 grams per day and your carbs at 300 grams per day. No other changes. Be sure to check in every Monday before noon going forward.

Will do brotha sorry about the later in the day update it was my first opportunity to log on. I might have to check in Sunday night to be sure to get it in before Monday at noon I hope thats ok

[ragingmuscle]

Will do brotha sorry about the later in the day update it was my first opportunity to log on. I might have to check in Sunday night to be sure to get it in before Monday at noon I hope thats ok

No worries bro..just want to make sure I can help you out in a timely and organized fashion.

[mrdead]

In an effort to create continuity, some order, and decrease confusion....

Video updates go in your logs, workouts and daily meals and diets go in your logs. Weekly summary updates go in the Official Check-in Threads...

[BB2K]

Week 2 check in:


Beginning Weight = 207lbs
Ending Weight = 202.5lbs
Weight difference = -4.5lbs
Appetite: Through the roof!! Sweat between meals i'm so damn hungry :)


Weekly video update:

FvsQTiT8Erk

Week 2 Ab shot
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/e47a65a4.jpg

[14ETex]

Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight This Week=200 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= +6 lbs,
Current Protein= 290
Current Carbs Grams= 300
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 3 - Been kinda sick the last couple of days, body doesnt want to eat but I've still been shoving food down my throat. I think I'm starting to get over it though which is a great thing

[SoChillBro]

Weekly Update:

Weight This Week: 172lbs
Weight +/- From Last Week: +/- 0lbs
Current Protein: 180-240/day
Current Carbs: 240-310/day
Appetite (1-10): 9 Still shoveling food all day

_______________

No weight change this week

[ragingmuscle]

Week 2 check in:


Beginning Weight = 207lbs
Ending Weight = 202.5lbs
Weight difference = -4.5lbs
Appetite: Through the roof!! Sweat between meals i'm so damn hungry :)


Weekly video update:

FvsQTiT8Erk

Week 2 Ab shot
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/e47a65a4.jpg

Nice job brother. I help guys with hypoglycemic issues constantly. Two biggest causes of low carb dieters hitting hypoglycemia;

1. Stims
2. GI out of whack on the carb sources.

Next time you have an issue and you feel the drop in sugar levels coming on, grab some peanut butter instead of cocoa pebbles.

I heard you mention no fats except that which is found in your top. Talk to Brandon about your EFA's if you haven't already.

Looking good bro.

[ragingmuscle]

Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight This Week=200 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= +6 lbs,
Current Protein= 290
Current Carbs Grams= 300
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 3 - Been kinda sick the last couple of days, body doesnt want to eat but I've still been shoving food down my throat. I think I'm starting to get over it though which is a great thing

No changes this week.

With these kinds of gains, you better get your **** together with these weekly vids. Hate to see all this good progress go to waste in this contest. Mandatory to post a weekly video log...just even something a minute or two long just saying how the weeks training went. Also, it's good for me to see some training vids so that I can check out your form and help you along.

[BB2K]

Nice job brother. I help guys with hypoglycemic issues constantly. Two biggest causes of low carb dieters hitting hypoglycemia;

1. Stims
2. GI out of whack on the carb sources.

Next time you have an issue and you feel the drop in sugar levels coming on, grab some peanut butter instead of cocoa pebbles.

I heard you mention no fats except that which is found in your top. Talk to Brandon about your EFA's if you haven't already.

Looking good bro.

I emailed him about the fat and he told me they will be added in soon. He meant it to be this way for a short time. I'll be sure to grab peanut butter next time. Those damn cocoa pebbles are addicting. :) I can send you my diet if you like. I always like input. Or maybe there's something you see that I should ask Brandon about.

[ragingmuscle]

Weekly Update:

Weight This Week: 172lbs
Weight +/- From Last Week: +/- 0lbs
Current Protein: 180-240/day
Current Carbs: 240-310/day
Appetite (1-10): 9 Still shoveling food all day

_______________

No weight change this week

So according to what I show, your up 2 lbs in 2 weeks. Not bad. But no gain this week. One of the most important things in this is consistency in your diet. I made an adjustment last week, but it looks like you didn't make it. Let's do the same adjustment this week. I'll copy and paste brother;

Set protein at 220 grams per day and carbs at 250 grams per day.

We have to get your calories steady from day to day so that we can make some progress through this. Also, a training video would be helpful. A lot of people think they have this down only to find out they could use some adjustments to their technique. Better to get those things done now.

I also didn't see your mandatory weekly video log. Make sure you get that done brother.

[gainweightnow]

zYJomx2PvgE

Beginning weight: 165
Weight now: 162
Down 3lbs.

[1Percenter]

Beginning weight 188
End Weight 190
Change +2
Protein 250 grams
Carbs 235
Appetite 9

Will be posting a vid later this evening in my thread. Just got a new camera.

[ragingmuscle]

I emailed him about the fat and he told me they will be added in soon. He meant it to be this way for a short time. I'll be sure to grab peanut butter next time. Those damn cocoa pebbles are addicting. :) I can send you my diet if you like. I always like input. Or maybe there's something you see that I should ask Brandon about.

Hitting hypo sucks, I know and I've been there. Wouldn't wish it on anyone (Well maybe a few). Anyways, with your fats, I'm referring more specifically to Essential Fatty Acids. A good strong Omega supp can come in handy right now for you since your diet is so strict. All low carb dieters tend to need EFA supps to round out things nutritionally. If you want to PM your diet brother, I'll take a look. Always here to help out.

[ragingmuscle]

zYJomx2PvgE

Beginning weight: 165
Weight now: 162
Down 3lbs.

If those military press aren't working out, switch to DB military press. Your joints might respond better to a freer motion. Thanks for the update. Try and get these in on Mondays if you can brother. Haven't seen a training video on you yet brother. Shoot me a link so I can review. So down 3 lbs. I need you to list your current carbs and protein amounts in your updates so that I can make your weekly adjustments. That is of course if I'm handling your diet. If not, no worries.

[ragingmuscle]

Beginning weight 188
End Weight 190
Change +2
Protein 250 grams
Carbs 235
Appetite 9

Will be posting a vid later this evening in my thread. Just got a new camera.

I have your starting weight at 182 lbs. I see you lowered your protein down to 250 grams which is what I recommended. You still need to bring those carbs down to 200. Might suck, but we may also go lower.

With your weight, are you using the same scale? Is it accurate? No changes this week other than what I asked last week and also, I need to know what weight we are officially using as your starting weight. I haven't seen a weekly video log or any training videos on you so that I can review your technique.

[14ETex]

No changes this week.

With these kinds of gains, you better get your **** together with these weekly vids. Hate to see all this good progress go to waste in this contest. Mandatory to post a weekly video log...just even something a minute or two long just saying how the weeks training went. Also, it's good for me to see some training vids so that I can check out your form and help you along.

Got a Vid up Rage, It was basically me rambling for 13 minutes but there'll be more to come.

On that note though, my gains so far are sick, it's made me a believer to the core. If I can average 10+ a month for the next 3 months and be up to 220 I'd be amazed, and if I keep gaining like I am, I don't see that being an issue at all!

[1Percenter]

I have your starting weight at 182 lbs. I see you lowered your protein down to 250 grams which is what I recommended. You still need to bring those carbs down to 200. Might suck, but we may also go lower.

With your weight, are you using the same scale? Is it accurate? No changes this week other than what I asked last week and also, I need to know what weight we are officially using as your starting weight. I haven't seen a weekly video log or any training videos on you so that I can review your technique.

Rage,
The first scale I was using was definitely off. I started out week one weighing right around 180 lbs. Got a new camera, sh***y excuse, but won't happen again. Will be posting videos on Wednesday and Sunday of the week. Will follow whatever advice you have as far as cutting carbs or whatever, I aim to please.

1

[squirrelmeister]

Sorry for just doing my weekly update today, as i mentioned in my thread i was on my way home for my 2 week break from my deployment and wanted to keep it a secret and surprise my girlfriend!

Beginning weight=175 lbs,
Weight This Week=185 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week=+ 4 lbs,
Current Protein= SAME
Current Carbs Grams= SAME
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 10!!! My appetite is going to be amazing now that I'm home for 2 weeks in LOUISIANA!! Home of the greatest food in America!!! I have been eating amazing!!!)

I will put my weekly update video as well later today!! I love to see everyone progressing this much!! Shows this workout is definitely a work of art!!

[BB2K]

Sorry for just doing my weekly update today, as i mentioned in my thread i was on my way home for my 2 week break from my deployment and wanted to keep it a secret and surprise my girlfriend!

Beginning weight=175 lbs,
Weight This Week=185 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week=+ 4lbs,
Current Protein= SAME
Current Carbs Grams= SAME
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 10!!! My appetite is going to be amazing now that I'm home for 2 weeks in LOUISIANA!! Home of the greatest food in America!!! I have been eating amazing!!!)

I will put my weekly update video as well later today!! I love to see everyone progressing this much!! Shows this workout is definitely a work of art!!

???????

[ragingmuscle]

Sorry for just doing my weekly update today, as i mentioned in my thread i was on my way home for my 2 week break from my deployment and wanted to keep it a secret and surprise my girlfriend!

Beginning weight=175 lbs,
Weight This Week=185 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week=+ 4 lbs,
Current Protein= SAME
Current Carbs Grams= SAME
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 10!!! My appetite is going to be amazing now that I'm home for 2 weeks in LOUISIANA!! Home of the greatest food in America!!! I have been eating amazing!!!)

I will put my weekly update video as well later today!! I love to see everyone progressing this much!! Shows this workout is definitely a work of art!!

DaEclipse (I call him Jr) did inform me that you were on your way bac and would be checking in late for obviously a good reason. Be sure to fill us in on your girls feedback. Making great progress so far. No changes this week. Enjoy.

Get us that vid when you get settled in brother.

[ragingmuscle]

Got a Vid up Rage, It was basically me rambling for 13 minutes but there'll be more to come.

On that note though, my gains so far are sick, it's made me a believer to the core. If I can average 10+ a month for the next 3 months and be up to 220 I'd be amazed, and if I keep gaining like I am, I don't see that being an issue at all!

Cool bro. I'll go check it out.

[ragingmuscle]

Rage,
The first scale I was using was definitely off. I started out week one weighing right around 180 lbs. Got a new camera, sh***y excuse, but won't happen again. Will be posting videos on Wednesday and Sunday of the week. Will follow whatever advice you have as far as cutting carbs or whatever, I aim to please.

1

Ok. Bring those carbs down to 200 grams and if you can post a training vid on say Wednesday and your weekly video log update on Sundays, that would be perfect brother.

[ragingmuscle]

LMchaHOr9CY

[SoChillBro]

LMchaHOr9CY

Thanks for the update bro. My update was posted today as well if you haven't got a chance to look at it

[gainweightnow]

If those military press aren't working out, switch to DB military press. Your joints might respond better to a freer motion. Thanks for the update. Try and get these in on Mondays if you can brother. Haven't seen a training video on you yet brother. Shoot me a link so I can review. So down 3 lbs. I need you to list your current carbs and protein amounts in your updates so that I can make your weekly adjustments. That is of course if I'm handling your diet. If not, no worries.

I'll give the DB military presses a shot. I'll try and get a training video up soon, as of now, I'll be handling my diet.

Here's a little video I made tonight... check it out, lulz.
fts-y-WZXjw

[1Percenter]

Here we go. Ready for Week 4 will be ready for some awesome workouts next week.
YibUqwVVDjo

[BB2K]

Body weight 200.3lbs
Down 1lb

usi0mtAhGMo

[squirrelmeister]

k9m0GMfX3K0

Hope everyone is having a great christmas! I'm just glad to be home for the holidays! :)

[RIOSHOWTIME2]

<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/t4ZPX6tr16k" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>


NOTHING MUCH BUT ENJOY!

[RIOSHOWTIME2]

http://youtu.be/t4ZPX6tr16k


NOTHING MUCH BUT ENJOY![/QUOTE]

[RIOSHOWTIME2]

Soo sorry wrong thread.Smh

[ragingmuscle]

Looking good in here. If anyone needs any adjustments, post the stats. Hope everyone is having a great holiday.

[BB2K]

Looking good in here. If anyone needs any adjustments, post the stats. Hope everyone is having a great holiday.

Explain to me the difference in weighing my chicken or top sirloin raw and cooked...? 8oz of raw chicken isn't 8oz cooked so am I not losing some protein due to cooking? I've always heard it didn't matter which way you weigh just be consistent with that way. Exp: if I'm trying to get 40g pro from my chicken breast should that be weighed cooked not raw?

[ragingmuscle]

Explain to me the difference in weighing my chicken or top sirloin raw and cooked...? 8oz of raw chicken isn't 8oz cooked so am I not losing some protein due to cooking? I've always heard it didn't matter which way you weigh just be consistent with that way. Exp: if I'm trying to get 40g pro from my chicken breast should that be weighed cooked not raw?

Your right. Consistency one way or the other is. There's not a lot of difference in the amount of protein in most meats from raw to cooked as long as your not way over cooking it. It's mostly a loss of oil and/or water. Hit up nutritiondata.com for the raw breakdown. On the flip side, with carbs, the longer the cook time, generally tge higher the gi becomes.

[BB2K]

Your right. Consistency one way or the other is. There's not a lot of difference in the amount of protein in most meats from raw to cooked as long as your not way over cooking it. It's mostly a loss of oil and/or water. Hit up nutritiondata.com for the raw breakdown. On the flip side, with carbs, the longer the cook time, generally tge higher the gi becomes.


So basically an 8oz chicken breast keeps all its protein if cooked normally? I was assuming that 8oz raw chicken lost protein because after its cooked it usually ends up 2-3 oz lighter. so then a 6oz cooked chicken cant have the same protein as a raw 8oz chicken. i see what youre saying now, thanks for clearing that up. i have been weighing out 8oz raw chicken tenderloins and then cook them. glad ive been getting all my protein in!

[14ETex]

Video and yesterdays log will be posted in my thread in a bit.

Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight Last Week=200 lbs,
Weight This Week=198 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= -2 lbs,
Current Protein= 290
Current Carbs Grams= 300
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 9 - Been eating a LOT

[SoChillBro]

Sunday Weigh In:

Weight This Week: 175
Weight +/- From Last Week: +3lbs
Current Protein: 200-220/day
Current Carbs: 280-300/day
Appetite (1-10):9

Weighed in Sunday Morning before heading to work (yes I worked on Chirstmas) lol with trying to catch up with family and my busy work schedule due to the holidays its been hard to find time to update you guys. I'm doing the best I can and everything should be back on track now. Up 3 pounds this week even with the holidays I'm still hitting my numbers inside and outside the gym.

[ragingmuscle]

Video and yesterdays log will be posted in my thread in a bit.

Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight Last Week=200 lbs,
Weight This Week=198 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= -2 lbs,
Current Protein= 290
Current Carbs Grams= 300
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 9 - Been eating a LOT

Lets kick your protein up to 320 grams a day brother.

[ragingmuscle]

Sunday Weigh In:

Weight This Week: 175
Weight +/- From Last Week: +3lbs
Current Protein: 200-220/day
Current Carbs: 280-300/day
Appetite (1-10):9

Weighed in Sunday Morning before heading to work (yes I worked on Chirstmas) lol with trying to catch up with family and my busy work schedule due to the holidays its been hard to find time to update you guys. I'm doing the best I can and everything should be back on track now. Up 3 pounds this week even with the holidays I'm still hitting my numbers inside and outside the gym.

No changes this week brother.

[gainweightnow]

Beginning weight: 165
Last week: 162
This week: 161

aAeVxJ3tBzU

Happy with the changes thus far :)
Appetite 7-8

[clayk123]

Video and yesterdays log will be posted in my thread in a bit.

Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight Last Week=200 lbs,
Weight This Week=198 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= -2 lbs,
Current Protein= 290
Current Carbs Grams= 300
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 9 - Been eating a LOT

Someone as small as you shouldnt be eating 290 grams of protein. Period.

[1Percenter]

Beginning weight 190
End Weight 191
Change +1
Protein 250 grams but I have been only hitting an average this last week of about 225./
Carbs 250
Appetite 6

Hopefully this week will be awesome. So far I have been eating like a horse compared to last week. Could explain my lack of eating, but who gives a s**t anyway, this is 1 - a contest and 2 - we are here because of Animal, so shut up and eat, Right!!! I guess I can laugh at myself still so that's awesome and I have my first job interview since March of 2010, things are looking better. Hope everyone had a great Xmas...

1

[clayk123]

aAeVxJ3tBzU

Happy with the changes thus far :)
Appetite 7-8

Your execution on your exercises are obviously not on point, your "moving" all this heavy weight but your not controlling the negative, anyone can deadlift 315 for 20+ reps, but can you do it with a 3-5 second negative and not touching the floor?

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^What a ****ing hater arnt I?! haha, just trying to help brah! If you take ^^^ my comment to heart and start focusing on the negative and feel the muscle working, youl start adding some muscle mass. I understand HRT is all about that :)

It just pisses me off when I see all these skinny guys lifting a ton of weight, squatting 400+, deadlifting 500+, and claiming they are strong. Kinda like me when I first started lifting, deadlifting 405 for 21 reps when I was 18 and 6'4.

If you were not around 160 pounds and since you are just slinging up heavy weight with poor control I wouldnt be making this "hater" comment.

But seeing how silly your videos are, you problaby wont give a **** about what I say. So carry on :) Nice shirt! Kill the weights! And dont consider yourself strong!

[clayk123]

Beginning weight 190
End Weight 191
Change +1
Protein 250 grams but I have been only hitting an average this last week of about 225./
Carbs 250
Appetite 6

Hopefully this week will be awesome. So far I have been eating like a horse compared to last week. Could explain my lack of eating, but who gives a s**t anyway, this is 1 - a contest and 2 - we are here because of Animal, so shut up and eat, Right!!! I guess I can laugh at myself still so that's awesome and I have my first job interview since March of 2010, things are looking better. Hope everyone had a great Xmas...

1

Why are you taking in so much protein!?!?

[clayk123]

Yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhh budddddddddddddyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

[ragingmuscle]

87-dFEEAMPc

[gainweightnow]

Your execution on your exercises are obviously not on point, your "moving" all this heavy weight but your not controlling the negative, anyone can deadlift 315 for 20+ reps, but can you do it with a 3-5 second negative and not touching the floor?

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^What a ****ing hater arnt I?! haha, just trying to help brah! If you take ^^^ my comment to heart and start focusing on the negative and feel the muscle working, youl start adding some muscle mass. I understand HRT is all about that :)

It just pisses me off when I see all these skinny guys lifting a ton of weight, squatting 400+, deadlifting 500+, and claiming they are strong. Kinda like me when I first started lifting, deadlifting 405 for 21 reps when I was 18 and 6'4.

If you were not around 160 pounds and since you are just slinging up heavy weight with poor control I wouldnt be making this "hater" comment.

But seeing how silly your videos are, you problaby wont give a **** about what I say. So carry on :) Nice shirt! Kill the weights! And dont consider yourself strong!

Thanks for the support, good luck with your fitness goals in 2012

[BB2K]

87-dFEEAMPc

I stretch between sets but I also stretch on my off days along with doing abs, abductors, adductors, cardio and low back. Is that ok? Should I include a "off day" video?

[SoChillBro]

Thanks for the support, good luck with your fitness goals in 2012

http://gifsforum.com/images/image/misc%20bb/mini/2452.jpg

Sorry Rage, but at the beginning Dead said to put our videos in our log only. All my videos are in my log I can embed them into this thread if needed.

[ragingmuscle]

I stretch between sets but I also stretch on my off days along with doing abs, abductors, adductors, cardio and low back. Is that ok? Should I include a "off day" video?

No your good bro. Just only stretch within 5 minutes after you finish working each body part.

[ragingmuscle]

http://gifsforum.com/images/image/misc%20bb/mini/2452.jpg

Sorry Rage, but at the beginning Dead said to put our videos in our log only. All my videos are in my log I can embed them into this thread if needed.

It's all good bro. Just post in here also as a check in every Monday or Tuesday. You solo guys are doing good.

[BB2K]

MY GOALS FOR 2012!

1 thing that keeps me motivated is setting realistic, obtainable goals. If I don't set a goal and work hard towards it, my results are less than what I want. I actually feel like i'm just spinning my wheels and waisting valuable time in the gym and in life. Waisting my valuable time is not something I like to do especially in the gym. I do not "bro-lift", I do not socialize much at all and i'm not there to play on my damn i-Phone like i see so many people doing these days.. and they wonder why they are not getting bigger and stronger.

I have set goals in the past and fell short of them, like millions of other people do. So I am human BUT what sets me apart is that if I dont reach that goal I dont go crawl in a corner, cry and and eat a fawking twinkie and hate my life or blame others! I set a new goal and work towards it. For example, I set a goal to break the RAW bench press record for my age and weight class. Currently that record is 425lbs @ 220lb Body weight in the 40-44 age group. Well, in my eyes it was obtainable. So i set out to beat it. I got to 355lbs and that seems to be the most i'll ever get. My shoulders hurt 24/7, my elbows were tender to the touch and my wrists hurt all the time to. So, its not something I think i will ever do. Heavy ass weight for low reps kills my joints, especially my shoulders. Does that mean I wont try to do it anyway? Maybe / maybe not. Depends on how my training goes, aches pains etc. But for now i set it aside, chose another goal and now i'm doing it.

My goals for 2012 are rather simple. I wanted to share my list with you guys/gals so you can kinda see into my world a little bit plus I hope it motivates some if not ALL of you to do the same. Writes your goals down! Be realistic about them then go fkn get them!




MY GOALS
even though this is a Bodybuilding web site, I will include my personal goals as well. I believe they all tie in together and as a whole make me a better person


*1. Most importantly I want to better myself as a husband to my beautiful wife. She is by far the greatest thing that has ever happened to me. Without her, my life would be a total wreck. I can't see my life being worth living without her in it.

*2. Better myself as a father to my kids and a step father to my step kids. I have 3 kids of my own and 3 step kids. Each and every one of them are amazing and I love them dearly.

*3. Better myself as a person. I tend to keep to myself and not socialize much. Most find me to be "unapproachable" and I want to change that.

*3. To stay healthy. My past is the past, the way I ate and drank back then is something I never want in y life again. At one point I was drinking over a 12 pack a night, EVERY night and 3 to 4 times that amount on weekends. I ate horribly, smoked and partied every night. Now, im not that man any more. My health is #1 now.

*4. To give 110% in the gym every time I walk in the door. My wife says i'm obbsessed with bodybuilding and the gym because its a top priority. To a point she is right, I do put the gym first and shouldnt but its one thing I love doing more than just about anything else. Its like my get away from reality. Some use drugs for that but i use the gym! lol

*5. To help as many people as I can reach their goals. By setting an example and living the lifestyle I feel will help motivate others of all ages to want to improve. I always offer my help, advice and suggestions to those that ask. Its an amazing feeling when a 17 year old kids walks up to me and asks me to train him for a bodybuilding show! And when a man my age asks me "can I look like you?" Man its a rush like nothing else.

*6. To grow my online business. I started my own online company and I want it to grow and be successful. Balancing my job, gym time, home life and my online business can be difficult at times. I just need to focus on time managemnt more.

*7. To WIN this 12 week contest! I am having the time of my life right now with this HRT routine and this 12 weeks contest. All I want is to do my best with it, change my body and win this motha fawka! 2nd place isnt an option!

*8. To win my class at the NPC Mid West Bodybuilding contest in St. Louis Missouri March 17th, 2012. Again, 2nd place is not an option! It is a national qualifier so i'm sure there will be some bad ass men there but i'm not concerned with them. I will come in and DOMINATE.. end of story.

*9. To set a personal record of 405lbs on the Bench, 500lbs on the squat and adding 2 inches to my arms. I have always wanted to hit 405lbs on the bench. I have hit 500lbs on the squat before but havent seen that number in years. (I had lower back surgery and had to start all over again with just the damn bar.)

*10. Lastly, to continue to set goals and reach them. Regardless of how big or small they may be. A goal is just that, a goal and you can't reach that goal unless you get off your ass and go for it.


Well, that's pretty much it in a nutt shell. I hope everyone that reads this will do the same, write those goals down and just fkn do it!

[BB2K]

Sarting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 200.3lbs

Weight This Week: 199lbs

Week difference: -1.3lbs

Total Difference: -9.5lbs

Appetite: 9 out of 10 HUNGRY 24/7!


aYkJTX9yZ7o


I hope everyone had a fantastic New Years and that you all are gonna rock this new year hardcore! No slacking! Set your goals and just go do it! I'm stepping up my game and I have a totally new attitude towards this HRT contest so I hope you guys are taking it VERY seriously. For I am. I am not going to settle for 2nd place with this, nor am I going to settle for 2nd place at my show. I'm dieting and training my ass off for the #1 spot nothing less.

[ragingmuscle]

MY GOALS FOR 2012!

1 thing that keeps me motivated is setting realistic, obtainable goals. If I don't set a goal and work hard towards it, my results are less than what I want. I actually feel like i'm just spinning my wheels and waisting valuable time in the gym and in life. Waisting my valuable time is not something I like to do especially in the gym. I do not "bro-lift", I do not socialize much at all and i'm not there to play on my damn i-Phone like i see so many people doing these days.. and they wonder why they are not getting bigger and stronger.

I have set goals in the past and fell short of them, like millions of other people do. So I am human BUT what sets me apart is that if I dont reach that goal I dont go crawl in a corner, cry and and eat a fawking twinkie and hate my life or blame others! I set a new goal and work towards it. For example, I set a goal to break the RAW bench press record for my age and weight class. Currently that record is 425lbs @ 220lb Body weight in the 40-44 age group. Well, in my eyes it was obtainable. So i set out to beat it. I got to 355lbs and that seems to be the most i'll ever get. My shoulders hurt 24/7, my elbows were tender to the touch and my wrists hurt all the time to. So, its not something I think i will ever do. Heavy ass weight for low reps kills my joints, especially my shoulders. Does that mean I wont try to do it anyway? Maybe / maybe not. Depends on how my training goes, aches pains etc. But for now i set it aside, chose another goal and now i'm doing it.

My goals for 2012 are rather simple. I wanted to share my list with you guys/gals so you can kinda see into my world a little bit plus I hope it motivates some if not ALL of you to do the same. Writes your goals down! Be realistic about them then go fkn get them!




MY GOALS
even though this is a Bodybuilding web site, I will include my personal goals as well. I believe they all tie in together and as a whole make me a better person


*1. Most importantly I want to better myself as a husband to my beautiful wife. She is by far the greatest thing that has ever happened to me. Without her, my life would be a total wreck. I can't see my life being worth living without her in it.

*2. Better myself as a father to my kids and a step father to my step kids. I have 3 kids of my own and 3 step kids. Each and every one of them are amazing and I love them dearly.

*3. Better myself as a person. I tend to keep to myself and not socialize much. Most find me to be "unapproachable" and I want to change that.

*3. To stay healthy. My past is the past, the way I ate and drank back then is something I never want in y life again. At one point I was drinking over a 12 pack a night, EVERY night and 3 to 4 times that amount on weekends. I ate horribly, smoked and partied every night. Now, im not that man any more. My health is #1 now.

*4. To give 110% in the gym every time I walk in the door. My wife says i'm obbsessed with bodybuilding and the gym because its a top priority. To a point she is right, I do put the gym first and shouldnt but its one thing I love doing more than just about anything else. Its like my get away from reality. Some use drugs for that but i use the gym! lol

*5. To help as many people as I can reach their goals. By setting an example and living the lifestyle I feel will help motivate others of all ages to want to improve. I always offer my help, advice and suggestions to those that ask. Its an amazing feeling when a 17 year old kids walks up to me and asks me to train him for a bodybuilding show! And when a man my age asks me "can I look like you?" Man its a rush like nothing else.

*6. To grow my online business. I started my own online company and I want it to grow and be successful. Balancing my job, gym time, home life and my online business can be difficult at times. I just need to focus on time managemnt more.

*7. To WIN this 12 week contest! I am having the time of my life right now with this HRT routine and this 12 weeks contest. All I want is to do my best with it, change my body and win this motha fawka! 2nd place isnt an option!

*8. To win my class at the NPC Mid West Bodybuilding contest in St. Louis Missouri March 17th, 2012. Again, 2nd place is not an option! It is a national qualifier so i'm sure there will be some bad ass men there but i'm not concerned with them. I will come in and DOMINATE.. end of story.

*9. To set a personal record of 405lbs on the Bench, 500lbs on the squat and adding 2 inches to my arms. I have always wanted to hit 405lbs on the bench. I have hit 500lbs on the squat before but havent seen that number in years. (I had lower back surgery and had to start all over again with just the damn bar.)

*10. Lastly, to continue to set goals and reach them. Regardless of how big or small they may be. A goal is just that, a goal and you can't reach that goal unless you get off your ass and go for it.


Well, that's pretty much it in a nutt shell. I hope everyone that reads this will do the same, write those goals down and just fkn do it!

I would expect nothing less from you Matthew. Truly a great competitor, but always available to help others. With this set of goals I only wish to share one thing with you. Making adjustments along the way. You touch on this with your powerlifting goals. There is never a straight path to achieve a goal. It's a winding road with obstacles that always appear along the way. Make adjustments along the journey and steer your way to that end.

[squirrelmeister]

EQuEAL2ADqU

My new years goals aren't long or complicated. I just want to survive this deployment and come home and buy my first house. Get in perfect shape and make it into special forces. And of course be engaged to my amazing girlfriend. I hope everyone continues to try their best! Like i always say good luck to everyone! They will need it!

[ragingmuscle]

EQuEAL2ADqU

My new years goals aren't long or complicated. I just want to survive this deployment and come home and buy my first house. Get in perfect shape and make it into special forces. And of course be engaged to my amazing girlfriend. I hope everyone continues to try their best! Like i always say good luck to everyone! They will need it!

Can't argue with this my brother. Finish this tour safely and get back home.

[squirrelmeister]

Can't argue with this my brother. Finish this tour safely and get back home.

Thanks man! But I will not lose focus on this competition on my off time!

[BB2K]

I would expect nothing less from you Matthew. Truly a great competitor, but always available to help others. With this set of goals I only wish to share one thing with you. Making adjustments along the way. You touch on this with your powerlifting goals. There is never a straight path to achieve a goal. It's a winding road with obstacles that always appear along the way. Make adjustments along the journey and steer your way to that end.

Agreed. Im a little hard headed but Ive learned over time to just sit back and enjoy the ride. The results will come just be patient.

[14ETex]

Last week was insane but now its over and everything can come back into focus

Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight Last Week=198 lbs,
Weight This Week=201 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= 3 lbs,
Current Protein= 310
Current Carbs Grams= 270
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 4- Havnt being hungry at all but still been forcing food down my throat

[mrdead]

How many of you are unsure, as to what exactly a front and back "relaxed" is...??? (No shame if you don't... And if you do... Just take this as a refresher...)

Front relaxed (Rage in center):
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/005photo.jpg

Back Relaxed:
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/2010%20Nationals/photo-8.jpg

As you can see... The term "relaxed" is a bit misleading... Muscles should be tense and taut... Otherwise it's a front and back "Slouch"... Not good... So... Practice these, and display what you truly have...!!!

[1Percenter]

This holiday kind of wasn't great, but I've got my appetite back, my health, and the start of a new year to kick things into gear. Hope everyone had a safe holiday. New video update coming soon.

Weight Last Week=191 lbs,
Weight This Week=190 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= 1lb,
Current Protein= 240
Current Carbs Grams= 220
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]=6

[BB2K]

How many of you are unsure, as to what exactly a front and back "relaxed" is...??? (No shame if you don't... And if you do... Just take this as a refresher...)

Front relaxed (Rage in center):
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/005photo.jpg

Back Relaxed:
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/2010%20Nationals/photo-8.jpg

As you can see... The term "relaxed" is a bit misleading... Muscles should be tense and taut... Otherwise it's a front and back "Slouch"... Not good... So... Practice these, and display what you truly have...!!!


I'm practicing my posing now. Gotta be flawless!

[14ETex]

How many of you are unsure, as to what exactly a front and back "relaxed" is...??? (No shame if you don't... And if you do... Just take this as a refresher...)

Front relaxed (Rage in center):
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/005photo.jpg

Back Relaxed:
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/2010%20Nationals/photo-8.jpg

As you can see... The term "relaxed" is a bit misleading... Muscles should be tense and taut... Otherwise it's a front and back "Slouch"... Not good... So... Practice these, and display what you truly have...!!!

Awesome man, I actually didnt know thats what relaxed meant

[gainweightnow]

Beginning weight: 165
Last week: 162
This week: 161

aAeVxJ3tBzU

Happy with the changes thus far :)
Appetite 7-8

This week: 160.
dzoMRSeOacY

[SoChillBro]

RkbaCP7Dl9s


Weight Last Week: 175lbs
Weight This Week: 176lbs
Weight Difference for the Week:: +1lb
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 7

[ragingmuscle]

Last week was insane but now its over and everything can come back into focus

Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight Last Week=198 lbs,
Weight This Week=201 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= 3 lbs,
Current Protein= 310
Current Carbs Grams= 270
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 4- Havnt being hungry at all but still been forcing food down my throat

Lets slow the weight gain down and work on some body comping.

Increase protein to 350 grams and bring carbs down to 230 grams a day. No other changes. Where's your video log update? Any training vids for me to look at? I need to make sure you've got the training style down.

[ragingmuscle]

This holiday kind of wasn't great, but I've got my appetite back, my health, and the start of a new year to kick things into gear. Hope everyone had a safe holiday. New video update coming soon.

Weight Last Week=191 lbs,
Weight This Week=190 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= 1lb,
Current Protein= 240
Current Carbs Grams= 220
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]=6

Be good to see a training video in your updates as well brother. The update, video log and training video each week would be perfect.

Increase protein to 300 and lower carbs to 150. No other changes.

[ragingmuscle]

This week: 160.
dzoMRSeOacY

Are you running into any issues with the training so far? Do you have a recent training video I can take a look at?

[ragingmuscle]

RkbaCP7Dl9s


Weight Last Week: 175lbs
Weight This Week: 176lbs
Weight Difference for the Week:: +1lb
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 7

Good to hear your not worrying about the weight. Perfect. Post a training vid next week with your update so I can take a look brother. Send me a front and back relaxed also so I can compare it with your starting pics. Increase protein to 280 grams and reduce carbs to 280 grams. No other changes until I see updated pics.

[SoChillBro]

Good to hear your not worrying about the weight. Perfect. Post a training vid next week with your update so I can take a look brother. Send me a front and back relaxed also so I can compare it with your starting pics. Increase protein to 280 grams and reduce carbs to 280 grams. No other changes until I see updated pics.

Will get you those asap my Girlfriend flies back into town tomorrow shes my photographer lol

[gainweightnow]

Are you running into any issues with the training so far? Do you have a recent training video I can take a look at?

No issues with the training so far, unless you spot something in this recent training video. Noticed my negatives ended up being a little over 5 seconds.
G6f0gsVBuKg

[14ETex]

Lets slow the weight gain down and work on some body comping.

Increase protein to 350 grams and bring carbs down to 230 grams a day. No other changes. Where's your video log update? Any training vids for me to look at? I need to make sure you've got the training style down.

Awesome man, Is whey a good filler for Protein or does it need to be solid foods? Im thinking about upping my whey intake to 2x2-scoop protein shakes vs the 2scoop in morning and 1 scoop post work out. Video Log is uploaded, I have a question though. I feel like I'm saying the same **** in every log and it makes me reluctant to post it because I'm not saying anything that I havn't already said in my thread, any suggestions for what I should include in the video log?

I will get some more training vids tomorrow, I've been having to go after work and my gym is completely packed right now, it's easy finding equipment, it's harder finding somewhere to place my phone in order to record it.

Here are some pics too, I need a buddy to help me get the back pic, I just took these pics 3 hours ago.
http://i40.tinypic.com/2qapst3.jpghttp://i39.tinypic.com/iozs7m.jpg

[mrdead]

Rage has asked me to post this in all of the check-in threads... Especially for those of you that are cutting...

This is an excerpt from a book called: "Sliced" It's written by Bill Reynolds and Negrita Jayde... If you can get ahold of it, I highly recommend it...

"By choosing bodybuilding as your lifestyle, you've made a deliberate choice to improve yourself. That makes you a doer not a watcher.

If you are truly ready to begin dieting, there's someting important that you must know. You are going to war! A psychological war. It will be against your toughest opponent - yourself.

It is a war that has littered the field of physical culture with many casualties. You could receive serious injuries to your self-esteem. Or you might have your self discipline shot apart. You may even have your enthusiasm killed.

Once you start to diet, you'll encounter all kinds of traps, traitors, and temptations along the way. Only a handful of dieters will remain unscathed. Those who make it through will be heavily rewarded. They will be called heroes.

In truth, it's simple to become sliced. You can take your physique to the exact condition you want, and we do mean "exact". However, we didn't say it would be easy. As a matter of fact, it's very tough. Many bodybuilders lose the battle-the one that determines whether you win or lose-occurs right in your mind."

As a person diets, they may notice a drop in strength... They may feel and even look like their muscles are flat and lifeless... Have you ever seen a bodybuilder, 2 nights prior to a show...??? They are generally flat, listless, weak, and lifeless... But, the day of the show, when they have their carb-up... Muscle bellies fill, life seems to spring from them... Meanwhile, truth be told, most of them are at their weakest... So... Forget about looking flat... Forget about getting weaker... Stay the course... You CAN do this...!!!

[BB2K]

Rage has asked me to post this in all of the check-in threads... Especially for those of you that are cutting...

This is an excerpt from a book called: "Sliced" It's written by Bill Reynolds and Negrita Jayde... If you can get ahold of it, I highly recommend it...

"By choosing bodybuilding as your lifestyle, you've made a deliberate choice to improve yourself. That makes you a doer not a watcher.

If you are truly ready to begin dieting, there's someting important that you must know. You are going to war! A psychological war. It will be against your toughest opponent - yourself.

It is a war that has littered the field of physical culture with many casualties. You could receive serious injuries to your self-esteem. Or you might have your self discipline shot apart. You may even have your enthusiasm killed.

Once you start to diet, you'll encounter all kinds of traps, traitors, and temptations along the way. Only a handful of dieters will remain unscathed. Those who make it through will be heavily rewarded. They will be called heroes.

In truth, it's simple to become sliced. You can take your physique to the exact condition you want, and we do mean "exact". However, we didn't say it would be easy. As a matter of fact, it's very tough. Many bodybuilders lose the battle-the one that determines whether you win or lose-occurs right in your mind."

As a person diets, they may notice a drop in strength... They may feel and even look like their muscles are flat and lifeless... Have you ever seen a bodybuilder, 2 nights prior to a show...??? They are generally flat, listless, weak, and lifeless... But, the day of the show, when they have their carb-up... Muscle bellies fill, life seems to spring from them... Meanwhile, truth be told, most of them are at their weakest... So... Forget about looking flat... Forget about getting weaker... Stay the course... You CAN do this...!!!

EXACTLY how i am feeling right this moment. Tired, flat and weak. lol BUT i know it will get a lot better.

[ragingmuscle]

T_f04w8QkNE

[mrdead]

Again, another excerpt from "Sliced" by Negrita Jayde and Bill Reynolds:

"The Greatness of goals:
Before you spend the next several months dieting, you should spend a few minutes defining what you want. In most cases encountered, you'd be surprised at how many bodybuilders have vaguely defined goals. Sure, they'd like to get more cut, or get bigger, but that's not concrete enough. These desires are far too general. You need to get specific. The mind loves to focus on all kinds of little details. Just "how" sliced do you want to become? "How" much bigger do you need to be?

Start out by breaking down your ultimate goal and setting yourself some short term, easily obtainable goals. You could decide to lose four pounds in two weeks, or one inch off your waistline in 20 days. The more precise you are, the better. Taken over a period of time, these little goals have a big way of adding up to dramatic results. Goals give your workouts a sense of meaning and purpose. That mental keenness in wanting to reach your goal lightens the actual physical load of weight you're lifting. Remember this simple equation:

U (Understanding) + E (Effort) = R (Results)

The more you know what you want, and the more effort you put into it, the more clearly defined the result. Once, a week away from a big show, a bodybuilder asked IFBB Pro Negrita Jayde to take a look at him. Seeing he was way off, she asked him, "Did you want to look like this a week away from your show?" He replied in a disappointed tone, "I didn't know what I wanted, but I didn't want to look like THIS!"

Talk about a wasted effort! Even though he had dieted for weeks and trained hard, a poorly defined goal gave him a poor physical result.

This is a very powerful concept, and it must not be taken lightly. Goals are extremely important for success. They direct all of your passion!"

[BB2K]

T_f04w8QkNE


Thank you for the kind words Tom. Means a lot to me coming from you. I'm getting better and better at this routine. I totally LOVE it.

[squirrelmeister]

How many of you are unsure, as to what exactly a front and back "relaxed" is...??? (No shame if you don't... And if you do... Just take this as a refresher...)

Front relaxed (Rage in center):
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/005photo.jpg

Back Relaxed:
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/2010%20Nationals/photo-8.jpg

As you can see... The term "relaxed" is a bit misleading... Muscles should be tense and taut... Otherwise it's a front and back "Slouch"... Not good... So... Practice these, and display what you truly have...!!!

I'm glad you posted this cause im not going to lie i didnt know lol...i guess i will post new pictures soon.

[BB2K]

End of week 5 review


Sarting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 199lbs

Weight This Week: 198lbs

Week difference: -1lbs

Total Difference: -10.5lbs

Appetite: 9 out of 10 HUNGRY 24/7!

I have been doing cardio 6 days a week, 30-40min a session. Diet has been dead on and cheat meals weren't really "cheat meals". lol RAGE told me to enjoy a cheese burger but seared tuna sounded better. :)

Here are a few update pics and of course my weekly check in video.

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc2.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc3.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc4.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc5.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc6.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc8.jpg




My competition will get:
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/hulk-rox.gif


1DB7vXHCM-Q

[14ETex]

Great pumps throughout the week, workouts were awesome

Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight Last Week=198 lbs,
Weight This Week=199 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= -2 lbs,
Current Protein= 325
Current Carbs Grams= 220
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 8- Been Hungry, trying to limit my carbs though

Have to redo video, my phone ran out of space and it shot off about 45 seconds into it without me realizing

[ragingmuscle]

End of week 5 review


Sarting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 199lbs

Weight This Week: 198lbs

Week difference: -1lbs

Total Difference: -10.5lbs

Appetite: 9 out of 10 HUNGRY 24/7!

I have been doing cardio 6 days a week, 30-40min a session. Diet has been dead on and cheat meals weren't really "cheat meals". lol RAGE told me to enjoy a cheese burger but seared tuna sounded better. :)

Here are a few update pics and of course my weekly check in video.

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc2.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc3.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc4.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc5.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc6.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2012npc8.jpg




My competition will get:
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/hulk-rox.gif


1DB7vXHCM-Q

Good solid update brother. I enjoy working with people that have the drive and dedication that you do and people who listen. We will get your posing locked on via skype. Keep up the good work. Include a short training vid in your weekly checkins.

[ragingmuscle]

Great pumps throughout the week, workouts were awesome

Beginning weight=190 lbs,
Weight Last Week=198 lbs,
Weight This Week=199 lbs,
Weight Difference for the Week= -2 lbs,
Current Protein= 325
Current Carbs Grams= 220
Appetite [1(poor)-10(starving)]= 8- Been Hungry, trying to limit my carbs though

Have to redo video, my phone ran out of space and it shot off about 45 seconds into it without me realizing

Are you down 2 lbs or up 1 lb?

[SoChillBro]

Weight Last Week: 176lbs
Weight This Week: 176lbs
Weight Difference for the Week:: +/- 0lbs
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 6

lehoq7gUQc4

[BB2K]

Good solid update brother. I enjoy working with people that have the drive and dedication that you do and people who listen. We will get your posing locked on via skype. Keep up the good work. Include a short training vid in your weekly checkins.

Sounds good my man, I'll have to get a camera for the computer this week. I also have my buddy, IFPA Pro Bodybuilder Chidi Ekebere, helping me. Posing is HARD ass work! I'll make a video tomorrow of leg day, I was going to make one today but forgot to bring my tripod :mad:

[squirrelmeister]

EQuEAL2ADqU
MY WEEKLY UPDATE VIDEO FOR WEEK 4!!

I thought i already posted this in here :(! Sorry for the last post!

[ragingmuscle]

Weight Last Week: 176lbs
Weight This Week: 176lbs
Weight Difference for the Week:: +/- 0lbs
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 6

lehoq7gUQc4

Sorry to hear about that ankle brother. Hopefully you can hang in there. First thing that comes to mind is extra work on leg extensions for quads. Maybe try 6 working sets and point feet out on one set, in on the next and straight forward to hit more areas. No changes to the diet this week.

[ragingmuscle]

EQuEAL2ADqU
MY WEEKLY UPDATE VIDEO FOR WEEK 4!!

I thought i already posted this in here :(! Sorry for the last post!

Good update. Just need your stats for the week. Awesome goal of Special Forces. One of my good friends is one the elite. Good travels back to service brother.

Ok, just heard your weight at 388 lbs of solid muscle lol. I assume you mean 188. Up 2 lbs, then no changes for this week.

[14ETex]

Sorry about that brother, I was 201 last week, 199 this week so I'm down 2

[ragingmuscle]

Sorry about that brother, I was 201 last week, 199 this week so I'm down 2

Ok, no worries. No changes this week brother.

[jdyqf]

Question: Is there going to be another comp, or can join in whenever? I would like to have more motivation. Regardless, I still will be running the program. Just wondering.

[mrdead]

Question: Is there going to be another comp, or can join in whenever? I would like to have more motivation. Regardless, I still will be running the program. Just wondering.

No contest plans at present... But, if you check in over here:
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=140310993

Rage or myself would gladly guide you through it...

[ragingmuscle]

I5zpI3OPMFM

[BB2K]

I5zpI3OPMFM

Push it even harder.. check!

Thanks for the video Tom.

[gainweightnow]

Weight down .5lbs. Name is Troy.

MkD8ATzNtws

Sorry for posting late, as you can see here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_Y6O6srZlI I was having problems with my webcam.

[BB2K]

End of week 6 review



Sarting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 198lbs

Weight This Week: 198.5lbs

Week difference: +.5lbs

Total Difference: -10.lbs

Appetite: 9.9 out of 10 HUNGRY 24/7!

Protein: 360g/day
Carbs: 180g/day
Fat: only fat is from 1 tbls peanut butter and from the top sirloin/Tilapia


I'm still doing cardio 6 days a week, 30-40min a session. Diet has been dead on and cheat meals have been NICE! Gotta love the mental break from dieting.


Here are a few update pics taken Friday the 13th and of course my weekly check in video.

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/leftsidetri.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/mostmsclr.jpg
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/rearlat.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/rightsidetri.jpg

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/sideoblique.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/49afec57.jpg

*forgive my bad posing, i'm still working on it.









SXASEVsZW_Q

[SoChillBro]

Sfyh0V_sR6o

Weight Last Week: 176lbs
Weight This Week: 178lbs
Weight Difference for the Week:: +2lbs
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 7

Up 2lbs I eliminated the cardio at work due to my injury, so I'm guessing that's where the weight increase is coming from.

[ragingmuscle]

Weight down .5lbs. Name is Troy.

MkD8ATzNtws

Sorry for posting late, as you can see here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_Y6O6srZlI I was having problems with my webcam.

Stick with the solo program brother until the end and then get after it with the Hellcentrics.

[ragingmuscle]

End of week 6 review



Sarting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 198lbs

Weight This Week: 198.5lbs

Week difference: +.5lbs

Total Difference: -10.lbs

Appetite: 9.9 out of 10 HUNGRY 24/7!

Protein: 360g/day
Carbs: 180g/day
Fat: only fat is from 1 tbls peanut butter and from the top sirloin/Tilapia


I'm still doing cardio 6 days a week, 30-40min a session. Diet has been dead on and cheat meals have been NICE! Gotta love the mental break from dieting.


Here are a few update pics taken Friday the 13th and of course my weekly check in video.

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/leftsidetri.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/mostmsclr.jpg
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/rearlat.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/rightsidetri.jpg

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/sideoblique.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/49afec57.jpg

*forgive my bad posing, i'm still working on it.









SXASEVsZW_Q

Glad your parents are on the mend over there brother. Hellcentrics builds strength. Strength happens. Posing is looking better. I'll work with you more on it via skype before long.

[ragingmuscle]

Sfyh0V_sR6o

Weight Last Week: 176lbs
Weight This Week: 178lbs
Weight Difference for the Week:: +2lbs
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 7

Up 2lbs I eliminated the cardio at work due to my injury, so I'm guessing that's where the weight increase is coming from.

No changes this week. Keep your head up and I'm proud of you for staying after it. Thats perfect if you have a spotter nearby for pulling up on the lift, just keep staying at the 8 + 6. Perfect. Lets see a vid of one of those lifts.

[BB2K]

Glad your parents are on the mend over there brother. Hellcentrics builds strength. Strength happens. Posing is looking better. I'll work with you more on it via skype before long.

Thanks Tom. I'm looking forward to the Skype thing. I want my poses perfect.

[ragingmuscle]

My Flip took a dive so you'll have to bare with me on the sound...turn it up all the way.

fNGBFhJNT-4

[BB2K]

We are getting closer to the end. Everyone has been kicking ass and working hard! Keep it up everyone!

[BB2K]

End of week 7 review



Sarting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 198.5lbs

Weight This Week: 197lbs

Week difference: -1.5lbs

Total Difference: -11.5lbs

Appetite: 9.9 out of 10 HUNGRY 24/7!

Current macros:
Pro: 360g a day
Carbs: 180g a day
Fat: only fat is from 1 tablespoon peanut butter and from the top sirloin.

Cardio has been post workout. 30-35min on treadmill or elliptical. The stairmaster kicks my ass hard now and it's all I can do to get 10min in on that fawker.


Here are a few update pics taken today and my check in video as well.

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/dc89ca8d.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/a54c360f.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/a5ef6637.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/1d33ee86.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/ea24cc09.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/538a026b.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/7e6f075d.jpg

*posing is still in the works. Its VERY hard to pose, hold it, flex and smile at the same time. I can hold each pose for approx 10 seconds and then I feel like i'm gonna pass out. lol



The Saturday night cheat meal was so damn good!

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/26b84aba.jpg







RrwgE3m1ivE

[ragingmuscle]

End of week 7 review



Sarting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 198.5lbs

Weight This Week: 197lbs

Week difference: -1.5lbs

Total Difference: -11.5lbs

Appetite: 9.9 out of 10 HUNGRY 24/7!

Current macros:
Pro: 360g a day
Carbs: 180g a day
Fat: only fat is from 1 tablespoon peanut butter and from the top sirloin.

Cardio has been post workout. 30-35min on treadmill or elliptical. The stairmaster kicks my ass hard now and it's all I can do to get 10min in on that fawker.


Here are a few update pics taken today and my check in video as well.

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/dc89ca8d.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/a54c360f.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/a5ef6637.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/1d33ee86.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/ea24cc09.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/538a026b.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/7e6f075d.jpg

*posing is still in the works. Its VERY hard to pose, hold it, flex and smile at the same time. I can hold each pose for approx 10 seconds and then I feel like i'm gonna pass out. lol



The Saturday night cheat meal was so damn good!

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/26b84aba.jpg







RrwgE3m1ivE

Right on point. Drop daily carbs to 125 grams. Keep both cheat meals on the weekly schedule. No artificial sweeteners from this point on. Begin water management; no water 10 minutes before each meal and no water till 20 minutes after. That's it for this week. Good work.

[BB2K]

Right on point. Drop daily carbs to 125 grams. Keep both cheat meals on the weekly schedule. No artificial sweeteners from this point on. Begin water management; no water 10 minutes before each meal and no water till 20 minutes after. That's it for this week. Good work.



Consider it done ;)

[SoChillBro]

i5ZlW2rf_e4

Weight Last Week: 178lbs
Weight This Week: 178lbs
Weight Difference for the Week:: +/- 0
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 4

My appetite was gone this week, I think the sudden change in foods killed my appetite. I still hit the numbers probably a little more sloppily than I should have, but being at school my choices are severally limited.

[ragingmuscle]

i5ZlW2rf_e4

Weight Last Week: 178lbs
Weight This Week: 178lbs
Weight Difference for the Week:: +/- 0
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 4

My appetite was gone this week, I think the sudden change in foods killed my appetite. I still hit the numbers probably a little more sloppily than I should have, but being at school my choices are severally limited.

Awesome birthday present you got lined up brother. We look forward to meeting you at the Cage. Get me a training vid and some progress pics so I can see where you are at. Hit me up for an email if you would prefer to handle things that way. If you need help with your competition prep, let me know. I can help push your weight up but I'll need to see what your looking like now and gauge whether we can push your macros more. Train with us at the ABC Saturday night at the Arnold brother and we'll get some HRT in.

No changes this week brother.

[DaEclipse]

LELd_7MAZiw

[BB2K]

LELd_7MAZiw

Thanks for the kinds words RAGE. Im VERY pleased with my results thus far. Hell, my veins have veins. lol 2% here we come! Ill have my buddy check my BF tonight if he has time and update you.

[SoChillBro]

Getting more Amp'd for the Arnold and The Cage/ABC everyday.

I heard The Cage is crazy packed during the expo, hopefully I don't have too much trouble getting in haha.

[ragingmuscle]

Getting more Amp'd for the Arnold and The Cage/ABC everyday.

I heard The Cage is crazy packed during the expo, hopefully I don't have too much trouble getting in haha.

You ask for me, G Diesel, Natural Guy or J Dawg. Your in.

[ragingmuscle]

All contestants. I am going to hold a posing clinic that I encourage you all to attend on Skype next Thursday. I encourage all of you to attend. DaEclipse will send you the invite info.

Time to take it up a notch.

[BB2K]

All contestants. I am going to hold a posing clinic that I encourage you all to attend on Skype next Thursday. I encourage all of you to attend. DaEclipse will send you the invite info.

Time to take it up a notch.

Yeah buddy!!

[BB2K]

End of week 8 review


Sarting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 197lbs

Weight This Week: 193lbs

Week difference: -4lbs

Total Difference: -15.5lbs

Appetite: 8.5 out of 10 Hunger has dropped a bit.

Current macros:
Pro: 360g a day
Carbs: 126g a day
Fat: only fat is from 1 tablespoon peanut butter and from the top sirloin.

Cardio has been post workout. 30-35min on elliptical only.


Here are a few update pics taken today and my check in video as well.

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/b5b104be.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/47891cde.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/1e6b257c.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/85d3292b.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/5e8b16c3.jpg

Bodyfat is at 5.6%

*posing is still in the works. Im doing A LOT better but still needs work. Mix tape is in production as well.



The Saturday night cheat meal wasnt so great. Headed to Olive Garden and had the worst service, hard dry food and overall piss poor experience. Best part was my soup. I ate chicken and dumpling soup, 5 bread sticks, seafood pasta and some chocolate cake to finish it all off. Washed it all down with 3 diet cokes.







T-naiVPnuIE

[SoChillBro]

6RqU3Bex9FQ

Weight Last Week: 178lbs
Weight This Week: 177lbs
Weight Difference for the Week: -1
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 8

Lost a pound, was thinking about it a little more while my vlog was publishing to youtube, might have been the cardio at work I was doing since it was slightly more than the previous week. Good news, my appetite went up so eating wasn't a chore for me this week. I will post my progress pictures in my personal log as soon as I get them. And I can email them to you as well just let me know if thats what you want me to do.

[rbowman91]

I'm in the team contest, but felt like I owe you guys props. I never did HRT solo, and wanted to try a quick solo set of 8+6 after Steve and I finished our shoulders and guns day last week, just out of curiosity. At first I was skeptical about how it wouldn't be challenging without having him apply pressure on the hellcentrics, but I was wrong. I give you guys props. Doing 6 reps with slow 5 second negatives is no joke. I tried it after our workout with quick set of barbell front raises.

We still have a few more weeks as a team in the contest, but I just wanted give all of the solo teams much respect for doing this and staying the course. Hope to see you guys at the Arnold.

[ragingmuscle]

End of week 8 review


Sarting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 197lbs

Weight This Week: 193lbs

Week difference: -4lbs

Total Difference: -15.5lbs

Appetite: 8.5 out of 10 Hunger has dropped a bit.

Current macros:
Pro: 360g a day
Carbs: 126g a day
Fat: only fat is from 1 tablespoon peanut butter and from the top sirloin.

Cardio has been post workout. 30-35min on elliptical only.


Here are a few update pics taken today and my check in video as well.

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/b5b104be.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/47891cde.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/1e6b257c.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/85d3292b.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/5e8b16c3.jpg

Bodyfat is at 5.6%

*posing is still in the works. Im doing A LOT better but still needs work. Mix tape is in production as well.



The Saturday night cheat meal wasnt so great. Headed to Olive Garden and had the worst service, hard dry food and overall piss poor experience. Best part was my soup. I ate chicken and dumpling soup, 5 bread sticks, seafood pasta and some chocolate cake to finish it all off. Washed it all down with 3 diet cokes.







T-naiVPnuIE

No blueberries till after the contest and show. Same food rotation this week. No changes. Oh...and no third cheat meal...we need to tighten up your bit a bit still. Doing great bro. Get me a short training clip each week as well.

[ragingmuscle]

6RqU3Bex9FQ

Weight Last Week: 178lbs
Weight This Week: 177lbs
Weight Difference for the Week: -1
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 8

Lost a pound, was thinking about it a little more while my vlog was publishing to youtube, might have been the cardio at work I was doing since it was slightly more than the previous week. Good news, my appetite went up so eating wasn't a chore for me this week. I will post my progress pictures in my personal log as soon as I get them. And I can email them to you as well just let me know if thats what you want me to do.

Awesome bro. Way to stick with it and push through. Look forward to seeing your pics and if I think you should make some adjustments I'll let you know. Looks like we are going to forget the group skype clinic, but I'm good one on one. Just PM me and lets get a time scheduled. Like that brother...not a bitch...****ing awesome. I'll stay on U Rep about those shirts. Good work my man.

[BB2K]

No blueberries till after the contest and show. Same food rotation this week. No changes. Oh...and no third cheat meal...we need to tighten up your bit a bit still. Doing great bro. Get me a short training clip each week as well.

Here's a few


VGr2w1hu7Jg


OvFMxSzUfDw

[ragingmuscle]

YVzExvcvJcs

[BB2K]

YVzExvcvJcs

Lol Guess my PM idea paid off!!! Muhahahaha

[SoChillBro]

So F*ckin honored to hear those words from you Rage, you're one of the first people to ever appreciate what I put into this sport this lifestyle. I can't wait to hang out with you guys at the cage will be something truly life changing and inspirational.

[gemgemkid]

Wow! I didnt know the Loners were down to just 2! Daaaaymn! Well congrats to you two for sticking with it! Good luck to both of you in the coming weeks.

[BB2K]

Wow! I didnt know the Loners were down to just 2! Daaaaymn! Well congrats to you two for sticking with it! Good luck to both of you in the coming weeks.

me and sochill are HARDCORE!

[RIOSHOWTIME2]

Booooooooom!!! Up in here!! Keep up the hard work guys!!!!! Just showing the love!!

[BB2K]

Booooooooom!!! Up in here!! Keep up the hard work guys!!!!! Just showing the love!!

Thankyou! Youre kickin ass as well!

[SoChillBro]

me and sochill are HARDCORE!

yes we are brotha! I wish you were going to the Arnold it has been an honor making this journey with you, just a few weeks left. Let's go balls to the wall until the finish.

[BB2K]

yes we are brotha! I wish you were going to the Arnold it has been an honor making this journey with you, just a few weeks left. Let's go balls to the wall until the finish.

There is no other way to do it my man! I wish I could go to but I have my show March 17th af another June 2nd so $$$ is tight. I got to family vacations in June as well. That was my Arnold money lol But I'm pretty sure me and my wife will be at the Mr. O

[BB2K]

End of week 9 review


Sarting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 193lbs

Weight This Week: 195lbs

Week difference: +2lbs

Total Difference: -13.5lbs

Appetite: 8.0 out of 10 still not as hungry as I use to be, appetite has calmed way down.

Current macros:
Pro: 360g a day
Carbs: 126g a day
Fat: only fat is from 1 tablespoon peanut butter and from the top sirloin.

Cardio has been post workout. 30-35min on elliptical only. Heart rate kept at 120-122bpm


Here are a few update pics taken today and my check in video as well.

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/78bd41a9.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/1b8a15b3.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/7818edf7.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/1b122fe3.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/163eb3f3.jpg

Bodyfat is at 5.6%, I will have my bodyfat checked later in the week.

*My posing is getting better, i've finally caught on as to how I am suppose to pose. I've been doing it kinda wrong but now i'm on the right track.



The Saturday night cheat meal was amazing. 1 Rainbow Roll, 1 Centipede Roll, 3 crab rangoon and 3 diet cokes. Damn tasty!








QYS5ePJRh74

[SoChillBro]

Weight Last Week: 177lbs
Weight This Week: 178lbs
Weight Difference for the Week: +1
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 7

I Want 185 Dammit!

tZhKIbf3Ix0

[ragingmuscle]

End of week 9 review


Sarting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 193lbs

Weight This Week: 195lbs

Week difference: +2lbs

Total Difference: -13.5lbs

Appetite: 8.0 out of 10 still not as hungry as I use to be, appetite has calmed way down.

Current macros:
Pro: 360g a day
Carbs: 126g a day
Fat: only fat is from 1 tablespoon peanut butter and from the top sirloin.

Cardio has been post workout. 30-35min on elliptical only. Heart rate kept at 120-122bpm


Here are a few update pics taken today and my check in video as well.

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/78bd41a9.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/1b8a15b3.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/7818edf7.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/1b122fe3.jpghttp://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/163eb3f3.jpg

Bodyfat is at 5.6%, I will have my bodyfat checked later in the week.

*My posing is getting better, i've finally caught on as to how I am suppose to pose. I've been doing it kinda wrong but now i'm on the right track.



The Saturday night cheat meal was amazing. 1 Rainbow Roll, 1 Centipede Roll, 3 crab rangoon and 3 diet cokes. Damn tasty!








QYS5ePJRh74

Get that leg checked out brother. Best to keep that elbow warm. Drop carbs down to 100 and only one. Cheat meal this week on Saturday night for your last meal.

[BB2K]

Get that leg checked out brother. Best to keep that elbow warm. Drop carbs down to 100 and only one. Cheat meal this week on Saturday night for your last meal.

I wiped my eyes 4 times to make sure I saw right... dropping carbs to 100g a day.. no problem.. but only 1 cheat meal a week now?!?!?! oh nooooz! Damn, i was looking forward to my sushi tomorrow night! ****! :mad: ok, 100g divided into 6 meals = 16.6666667 So just do 17g per meal then? (102g total) My god, this diet just got HARD. lol

Leg is much better, my mother in law had some antibiotics and it cleared it up fast. I think it was a spider bite. Red, slightly swollen and sore as hell, hurt to walk. But its almost gone now :)

Someone help me with the math on this. If my oatmeal has 27g carbs at 40g(1/2 cup) How many Grams (weight) will i need to get 17g carbs? 11g?

[ragingmuscle]

Weight Last Week: 177lbs
Weight This Week: 178lbs
Weight Difference for the Week: +1
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 7

I Want 185 Dammit!

tZhKIbf3Ix0

You and Matt are cut from a different cloth my brother. I'll get you my email and we will lock on those pics.

[BB2K]

tZhKIbf3Ix0


wow... buddy, you really touched my heart man. Nobody has said something like that to me before. I have gotten compliments yes, but for someone to say they are my fan and want to shake my hand means the world to me bro. You are one hell of a guy and I have the highest respect for you. If there is anything I can ever do for you man just say the word. Well, dont say "be at the arnold" cause i aint got the money. lol If I could be there I would be in a second and i'd find you and shake your hand, hell maybe even a bro hug. lol You said some really awesome things in your video and you are 100% correct. I dont know why these guys dropped out, i really hope it wasnt because of me. I hope they havent dropped out! Thanks again man for the kind words, you really made my day!

[SoChillBro]

wow... buddy, you really touched my heart man. Nobody has said something like that to me before. I have gotten compliments yes, but for someone to say they are my fan and want to shake my hand means the world to me bro. You are one hell of a guy and I have the highest respect for you. If there is anything I can ever do for you man just say the word. Well, dont say "be at the arnold" cause i aint got the money. lol If I could be there I would be in a second and i'd find you and shake your hand, hell maybe even a bro hug. lol You said some really awesome things in your video and you are 100% correct. I dont know why these guys dropped out, i really hope it wasnt because of me. I hope they havent dropped out! Thanks again man for the kind words, you really made my day!

Totally understandable man, being a college student I know what it like to have to make sacrifices due to money. Hopefully I can find a way to make to the Olympia maybe meet up with you there. It's an awesome feeling to have someone respect what I'm doing, being in college I'm breaking the social norm by watching my meals and training like a freak instead of drinking every night and skipping class to go destroy buffets. As bodybuilders we are a family and only we truly understand the things we do everyday.

[gemgemkid]

Weight Last Week: 177lbs
Weight This Week: 178lbs
Weight Difference for the Week: +1
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 7

I Want 185 Dammit!

tZhKIbf3Ix0

Right on man! Totally agree with you! Both competitions lost what seemed to be some good competition in the beginning. Props to you for sticking it out! Matt is some serious competition and hell yea there are guys who would be intimidated competing against him but great ****ing attitude man! Great mindset to have and finish out this thing strong. You are a freakin ANIMAL brother. Dude listening to your video got me ****ing pumped! Thanks for calling out the solo'ers and that also applies for the teams that dropped out! Best of luck in the coming weeks man but no doubt with your way of thinking you're gonna ride this bitch to the last breath. GIVE IT HELL SOCHILL!

[SoChillBro]

Right on man! Totally agree with you! Both competitions lost what seemed to be some good competition in the beginning. Props to you for sticking it out! Matt is some serious competition and hell yea there are guys who would be intimidated competing against him but great ****ing attitude man! Great mindset to have and finish out this thing strong. You are a freakin ANIMAL brother. Dude listening to your video got me ****ing pumped! Thanks for calling out the solo'ers and that also applies for the teams that dropped out! Best of luck in the coming weeks man but no doubt with your way of thinking you're gonna ride this bitch to the last breath. GIVE IT HELL SOCHILL!

Thanks for the encouragement brotha, I'm really glad I was able to motivate you that's what this is all about for me. Making myself the best bodybuilder I can be and hopefully inspiring others to do the same. Best of luck to you in the future man.

[SoChillBro]

Rage I uploaded some pics in my log please take a look at them, feel free to critique my posing as it is my first time attempting them, Also note I did not pump up before these pictures.

That goes for anyone who reads this, check them out and please critique my posing and physique I'm trying to get better each day so any feedback would be appreciated.

Spoilers: I'm Not Tan and I'm Not Shaved, these are just progress updates I'm a long ways away from competition prep, but I might shave for my final pics in my log Just depends on if I feel like clogging my dorm rooms sink or not. ;)

[ragingmuscle]

M-KyLDr4Hlg

[BB2K]

End of week 10 review


Starting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 195lbs

Weight This Week: 193lbs

Week difference: -2lbs

Total Difference: -15.5lbs

*weighed early in the week and got down to 188lbs! Not sure WTF happened but it slowly went back up

Appetite: 9 – 10 Appetite is back! Wow, in full force! Lol I’m hungry within 10min of eating a meal, stomach growls and I have hunger pains all the time. When I lie on my back I often get small stomach cramps….?

Current macros:
Pro: 360g a day
Carbs: 100g a day
Fat: only fat is from 16g of peanut butter in meal 1 and from the top sirloin in meal 3.

Cardio has been post workout. Normally I do 30-35min on elliptical only and keep my heart rate at 120-122bpm. I went this morning for fasted cardio, 45min worth and kept heart rate between 124-128 I burned 582 calories and went 5.44 miles on that machine!


NO PICS TODAY
Body fat is at 4.9%, I will have it tested 1 more time later this week.

*My posing is getting better and better. Still needs work and my endurance is bad. I am tired as hell from the diet but when I pose its even harder than weight training.



The Saturday night cheat meal was amazing. 1 Rainbow Roll, 1 Centipede Roll, 1 Philadelphia Roll, 3 crab Rangoon and 3 diet cokes. Damn tasty! (I guess that explains the weight gain! Lol)




Q-_U1SfyeEY

[ragingmuscle]

End of week 10 review


Starting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 195lbs

Weight This Week: 193lbs

Week difference: -2lbs

Total Difference: -15.5lbs

*weighed early in the week and got down to 188lbs! Not sure WTF happened but it slowly went back up

Appetite: 9 – 10 Appetite is back! Wow, in full force! Lol I’m hungry within 10min of eating a meal, stomach growls and I have hunger pains all the time. When I lie on my back I often get small stomach cramps….?

Current macros:
Pro: 360g a day
Carbs: 100g a day
Fat: only fat is from 16g of peanut butter in meal 1 and from the top sirloin in meal 3.

Cardio has been post workout. Normally I do 30-35min on elliptical only and keep my heart rate at 120-122bpm. I went this morning for fasted cardio, 45min worth and kept heart rate between 124-128 I burned 582 calories and went 5.44 miles on that machine!


NO PICS TODAY
Body fat is at 4.9%, I will have it tested 1 more time later this week.

*My posing is getting better and better. Still needs work and my endurance is bad. I am tired as hell from the diet but when I pose its even harder than weight training.



The Saturday night cheat meal was amazing. 1 Rainbow Roll, 1 Centipede Roll, 1 Philadelphia Roll, 3 crab Rangoon and 3 diet cokes. Damn tasty! (I guess that explains the weight gain! Lol)




Q-_U1SfyeEY

Alright, so I already made your adjustments for the week. Can't beat yourself up too much over the bumps in the road. But I do want you to watch this because Evan is addressing the mental aspects of bodybuilding.

aEet7bwZQNI

[BB2K]

Alright, so I already made your adjustments for the week. Can't beat yourself up too much over the bumps in the road. But I do want you to watch this because Evan is addressing the mental aspects of bodybuilding.

aEet7bwZQNI


Thank you for posting that. It's a huge help! I honestly didn't think guys on his level struggled with dieting. But I guess it kicks everyone's ass.

[SoChillBro]

Weight Last Week: 178lbs
Weight This Week: 180lbs
Weight Difference for the Week: +2lbs
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 8

NsxXB_xAIOQ

[mrdead]

I posted this up in the other contest thread, but it truly applies here as well...
I just want to say, that I'm thoroughly impressed with those that made it through this far... An exemplary display of character, fortitude, and true desire... Much respect...

[ragingmuscle]

Weight Last Week: 178lbs
Weight This Week: 180lbs
Weight Difference for the Week: +2lbs
Current Protein Intake: 260grams/day
Current Carb Intake: 300grams/day
Appetite: (1 - 10): 8

NsxXB_xAIOQ

We all learned a lot about YOU brother. A lot about your character and commitment. Glad to hear you've taken a lot from this contest. I like to hear the good and the bad feedback. You need help this Summer, you get a hold of me.

No changes this week. Plow it into the finish.

[ragingmuscle]

07ph3Y0jFDc

[BB2K]

Yeah buddy!! 1 week to go!! Man, seems like 12 weeks flew by...

[BB2K]

End of week 11 review


Starting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 191.5lbs

Weight This Week: 192lbs

Week difference: + .5lbs

Total Difference: -16.5lbs
*I weighed in Wednesday morning and got down to 188lbs once gain. I assume this is because I have only 1 cheat meal a week. But once it hits 188lbs it goes right back up by Friday…?
Appetite: 9.5 – 10 Appetite is super charged now. I’m hungry within a few min of eating a meal, stomach is still growling and the hunger pains are still there. Not as bad but enough.

Current macros:
Pro: 360g a day
Carbs: 75g a day
Fat: only fat is from 16g of peanut butter in meal 1, from the top sirloin in meal 3 and 5g of peanut butter in meals 2, 4 and 5. I add 5g of peanut butter to my sweet tater.. YUM!

Cardio has been post workout. 45min 6 days a week. This week Tom told me to take 3 days off from cardio. I wasn’t about to argue with that. lol


Body fat is at 5.4%, It went up just a tad, not from bad dieting but I have calipers and they are pretty accurate but not 100%. So I’m 4-5% now and my goal is 2% I’ll have it tested 1 more time next week for the final log in the HRT Solo contest.

*My posing is getting better and better. Still needs work and my endurance is better but I sweat like crazy. I am tired as hell from the diet but when I pose it’s still much harder than weight training.



The Saturday night cheat meal was amazing!! Headed out to Ra Sushi here in KC. www.rasushi.com Damn fine Sushi! A total of 4 sushi rolls for me. Tootsy Maki, Crunchy Calamari, Rainbow Roll and Caterpillar! Wow. STUFFED!
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/d844d88f.jpg

Pics from Saturday:

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/bd8719f3.jpg http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/dfbcdba6.jpg http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/967c02e0.jpg http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/67c0fdac.jpg


xaO78u9whoM


I want to wish every one of the contestants in the HRT Team contest and the HRT Solo contest the very best of luck. You all have kicked ass and ya’ll have worked so very hard. I’m very excited to see the winners!! Hopefully I will be at the Arnold this time; it’s a 50/50 chance right now. It’s an 11 hour drive for me and plus I’m dieting so it’ll be hard as hell to do this but the wife and I may just make it. Keep ya posted.

[SoChillBro]

XD9GK7IOnSQ

Weight Last Week: 180lbs
Weight This Week: 176lbs
Weight Difference: -4lbs
Appetite: 10/10

The weight difference is probably inaccurate due to my concentration camp lifestyle over the weekend. I don't have a scale at school to get a more accurate number today, but I'm sure after I drank a few glasses of water and had a meal my weight would go back up.

I explain my weekend in the video.

[ragingmuscle]

End of week 11 review


Starting Weight: 208.5lbs

Weight Last Week: 191.5lbs

Weight This Week: 192lbs

Week difference: + .5lbs

Total Difference: -16.5lbs
*I weighed in Wednesday morning and got down to 188lbs once gain. I assume this is because I have only 1 cheat meal a week. But once it hits 188lbs it goes right back up by Friday…?
Appetite: 9.5 – 10 Appetite is super charged now. I’m hungry within a few min of eating a meal, stomach is still growling and the hunger pains are still there. Not as bad but enough.

Current macros:
Pro: 360g a day
Carbs: 75g a day
Fat: only fat is from 16g of peanut butter in meal 1, from the top sirloin in meal 3 and 5g of peanut butter in meals 2, 4 and 5. I add 5g of peanut butter to my sweet tater.. YUM!

Cardio has been post workout. 45min 6 days a week. This week Tom told me to take 3 days off from cardio. I wasn’t about to argue with that. lol


Body fat is at 5.4%, It went up just a tad, not from bad dieting but I have calipers and they are pretty accurate but not 100%. So I’m 4-5% now and my goal is 2% I’ll have it tested 1 more time next week for the final log in the HRT Solo contest.

*My posing is getting better and better. Still needs work and my endurance is better but I sweat like crazy. I am tired as hell from the diet but when I pose it’s still much harder than weight training.



The Saturday night cheat meal was amazing!! Headed out to Ra Sushi here in KC. www.rasushi.com Damn fine Sushi! A total of 4 sushi rolls for me. Tootsy Maki, Crunchy Calamari, Rainbow Roll and Caterpillar! Wow. STUFFED!
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/d844d88f.jpg

Pics from Saturday:

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/bd8719f3.jpg http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/dfbcdba6.jpg http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/967c02e0.jpg http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/67c0fdac.jpg


xaO78u9whoM


I want to wish every one of the contestants in the HRT Team contest and the HRT Solo contest the very best of luck. You all have kicked ass and ya’ll have worked so very hard. I’m very excited to see the winners!! Hopefully I will be at the Arnold this time; it’s a 50/50 chance right now. It’s an 11 hour drive for me and plus I’m dieting so it’ll be hard as hell to do this but the wife and I may just make it. Keep ya posted.

Great job Matt!

[ragingmuscle]

XD9GK7IOnSQ

Weight Last Week: 180lbs
Weight This Week: 176lbs
Weight Difference: -4lbs
Appetite: 10/10

The weight difference is probably inaccurate due to my concentration camp lifestyle over the weekend. I don't have a scale at school to get a more accurate number today, but I'm sure after I drank a few glasses of water and had a meal my weight would go back up.

I explain my weekend in the video.

Definitely a great idea to change up your training. Shock the body with something high volume as apposed to low volume high intensity. See you in a bit over a week my brother.

[BB2K]

Great job Matt!

thank you kind sir

[BB2K]

End of week 12..The FINAL review


Starting Weight:208.5lbs
Weight Last Week: 192lbs
Weight This Week: 189lbs
Week difference: -3lbs
Total Difference:-19.5lbs!

*I have been holding at 188-189 all week. Even after my cheat meal Saturday night.


Appetite: 9.5 – 10 Appetite is still on fire. Always hungry so I’ve increased water intake a bit to combat that. I’ve been saying in all my videos how fkn tired I am and how my strength is fine but energy and endurance were so low. Well, now I know why. I have the damn flu bug! I was running a small temp all week and its finally starting to clear up. I’ve been sleeping A LOT every day and sweating like crazy. So hopefully this clears up fast.

Current macros:
Pro: 360g a day
Carbs: 75g a day
Fat: only fat is from 16g of peanut butter in meal 1, from the top sirloin in meal 3 and 5g of peanut butter in meals 2, 4 and 5. I add 5g of peanut butter to my sweet tater.

Cardio has been post workout. The Elliptical for 45min 6 days a week. This has been VERY hard to do with me being sick.

Body fat is at 4.5% I’m VERY happy to see that number!

2 last pics of me from this Friday:
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/b64fffc9.jpg http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/a678ee43.jpg



The Saturday night cheat meal was amazing as always. Hit Katos Sushi bar for some amazing Sushi. I enjoyed 2 Caterpillar rolls, 1 Las Vegas Roll and some Crab Rangoon! Best damn food in town!
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/2c76465c.jpg


Now on to a more serious note: I wanted to thank everyone that followed my thread and showed me their support. It is greatly appreciated and I can’t thank you enough. First of all, I want to thank Tom “RAGE” Fuller for all his help, support and guidance through this 12 week contest. Tom has helped me reach a new level in my life and has helped me understand what real training and dieting is like. His guidance has been a true blessing and has helped me transform into an all new me. NEVER have I been in this great of shape, never have I been this ripped and lean. Thank you Tom for helping me reach my goals!


Secondly I wanted to thank all the Universal Reps DaEclipse, NaturalGuy, MrDead, G Diesel, etc for their support. I have to say the Animal family sticks together and is always there to support everyone. Not all companies have reps like these guys. They actually care about your success and will help you all they can, all you gotta do is ask.


The HRT program is by far the best routine I’ve ever used! I’ve learned so much from it but I’d have to say the biggest lesson learned was “drop your fawkin ego”. I am just like everyone else when it comes to wanting results fast. I tend to feel more weight is better but with the HRT program, it forces you to use a lighter weight and focus more on the movement, the technique and the mind / muscle connection. Ego is quickly put in check that’s for sure. If you do as the routine says, your results will be phenomenal and that is a promise.
Well, I guess that about sums it all up. I’m not much for mushy stuff so I’ll just leave it all at that.


My final after pics

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/c9e7aaf7.jpg http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/4ce1507a.jpg http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/53183779.jpg http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/6be91335.jpg


l-gi6vyYyU4

[BB2K]

Comparison pics

Front Before:
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/4f857aab.jpg

Front After:
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/c9e7aaf7.jpg

Side Before:
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/5085b076.jpg

Side After:
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/53183779.jpg

Back Before:
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/6e2fcb32.jpg

Back After:
http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q221/bodebldr2000/4ce1507a.jpg

[drumlinetenor5]

Ive been following for a while. Incredible results man!! nice work and way to stick with the program. Im starting hrt tomorrow. Ive read too many great things about it not to try it out. Ive spent the past week dialing in my diet and resting up for the 12 weeks ahead. i will be referring back to this thread for inspiration during the low points for sure

[DaEclipse]

Big props bratha your shredded from the feet up my man ...stage material much respect for your hard work BB!!!

[SoChillBro]

Will get everything in hopefully tonight or tomorrow afternoon, have a lot of homework and packing to do to get ready for the Arnold.

Stats this week

Weight Last Week: 176lbs
Weight This Week: 178lbs
Weight Difference: +2lbs
Appetite: 7/10

9EdZMD5rBJ8

[BB2K]

Big props bratha your shredded from the feet up my man ...stage material much respect for your hard work BB!!!

Thanks bratha! Its been hard as hell but damn worth it. I'm having sweet dreams about food now... only 3 weeks to go and i can fkn EAT!

[daveel]

Thanks bratha! Its been hard as hell but damn worth it. I'm having sweet dreams about food now... only 3 weeks to go and i can fkn EAT!

Holy **** man you killed it.

Now question time :P .... did you find the high protein /low carb - low fat thing to be the right way to go about dropping substantial weight but still keeping muscle and strength?

[BB2K]

Holy **** man you killed it.

Now question time :P .... did you find the high protein /low carb - low fat thing to be the right way to go about dropping substantial weight but still keeping muscle and strength?

I've always "leaned out" with high protein med fat and carb cycling. Low carb but every 18th meal was a carb load. It worked ok but I never got that ripped look like I have now. This approach worked the very best for me and I'll use it everytime from now on. I kept muscle but lost a ton of fat. I'm VERY happy with my results. I'll know how well the judges like it on the 17th ;)

[ragingmuscle]

Why wait till the Arnold...**** that...I'm getting with G in the morning to see if he's ready to crown the winners sooner...maybe even tomorrow.

[BB2K]

Why wait till the Arnold...**** that...I'm getting with G in the morning to see if he's ready to crown the winners sooner...maybe even tomorrow.

Sounds great!

[ragingmuscle]

***Hell Raiser Training Solo Winner***

BB2K!!!

[BB2K]

***Hell Raiser Training Solo Winner***

BB2K!!!

sLDmgrV3Bnk

[gemgemkid]

***Hell Raiser Training Solo Winner***

BB2K!!!

CONGRATS! Looks like all your hard work paid the hell off!

[mrdead]

***Hell Raiser Training Solo Winner***

BB2K!!!

HUUUGE congrats...!!!

[SoChillBro]

***Hell Raiser Training Solo Winner***

BB2K!!!

Congrats bro, well deserved

It's been an honor competing along side you the past 12 weeks

[BB2K]

Congrats bro, well deserved

It's been an honor competing along side you the past 12 weeks

Thank you so much buddy! It has been a true honor getting to know you! Hope we can meet up at the Mr. O this year!

[BB2K]

CONGRATS! Looks like all your hard work paid the hell off!


HUUUGE congrats...!!!

Thanks fellas! I'm stoked right now! Very happy with the HRT program and my results!! This really made my day!

[SoChillBro]

Thank you so much buddy! It has been a true honor getting to know you! Hope we can meet up at the Mr. O this year!

Will try my best to be at The Mr. O, that would be a first for me as well. Will have to see how money is at that time =)

[RIOSHOWTIME2]

Congrats!!!!

[rbowman91]

Will try my best to be at The Mr. O, that would be a first for me as well. Will have to see how money is at that time =)

SoChill and BB2K: you guys gotta come kick it at the Arnold weekend expo with us.

[SoChillBro]

SoChill and BB2K: you guys gotta come kick it at the Arnold weekend expo with us.

Will kick it with you brah! I'll be there Thursday night - Sunday afternoon. Let me know what time you'll be at the Cage and I'll be sure to be there

[BB2K]

SoChill and BB2K: you guys gotta come kick it at the Arnold weekend expo with us.

i'm still considering it.. its an 11hr drive for me and no motels have rooms open... :( I dont thinkthe wife will sleep in our car lol

[SoChillBro]

i'm still considering it.. its an 11hr drive for me and no motels have rooms open... :( I dont thinkthe wife will sleep in our car lol

I have a room if you need a place to crash bro, me and my gf will be there all weekend.

[TreeTrunkLegs]

Congrats my man!

[BB2K]

Congrats my man!

Thanks bratha!

[ragingmuscle]

Huge thanks to Matt and Shaun for seeing this thing through to the end. You guys were great to work with and it would be my honor to work with you guys again. There are many who start things in their lives...and there are few who finish. You guys finished and I'm proud of you for doing so. Best of luck and I'll talk to you guys soon.

[rbowman91]

I have a room if you need a place to crash bro, me and my gf will be there all weekend.

THIS IS WHAT I'M TALKIN ABOUT. we're leaving friday at 4 AM and should be there at noon. will be in the Cage.

[SoChillBro]

Huge thanks to Matt and Shaun for seeing this thing through to the end. You guys were great to work with and it would be my honor to work with you guys again. There are many who start things in their lives...and there are few who finish. You guys finished and I'm proud of you for doing so. Best of luck and I'll talk to you guys soon.

It's been a blast Rage, Thanks for the opportunity and the ability to learn so much about the sport....This is only the beginning of SoChillBro I promise.

The Sky is the Limit


See you at The Cage

[BB2K]

Huge thanks to Matt and Shaun for seeing this thing through to the end. You guys were great to work with and it would be my honor to work with you guys again. There are many who start things in their lives...and there are few who finish. You guys finished and I'm proud of you for doing so. Best of luck and I'll talk to you guys soon.


Thank you so much for everything Tom. You're the best.

[SupremeMMA]

***Hell Raiser Training Solo Winner***

BB2K!!!

I can't believe I missed this. Congrats brother!! You put in some serious work and gave 110%. Nothing but respect bro, congratulations.. you earned it.

[BB2K]

I can't believe I missed this. Congrats brother!! You put in some serious work and gave 110%. Nothing but respect bro, congratulations.. you earned it.

Thank you so much my friend!!

[squirrelmeister]

Congrats BB2K on winning!!! I'm sorry i couldn't keep up with the logs and posts. We moved to another place that didn't have internet in Afghanistan. I kept up the workout and diet. It was an amazing workout and plan on continuing this workout in my routine forever.

I'm finally back in the United States and will be home by this weekend!! I'm proposing to my girlfriend at the airport when i get off the plane so wish me luck LOL...

I just want to say thanks to Universal and RAGE again for this opportunity to participate in this and I'm sorry I couldn't keep up with the updates!!
CONGRATS AGAIN BB2K and i hope to hear more and keep training for special forces during the summer!!!!

[J_Dieter]

Congrats BB2K on winning!!! I'm sorry i couldn't keep up with the logs and posts. We moved to another place that didn't have internet in Afghanistan. I kept up the workout and diet. It was an amazing workout and plan on continuing this workout in my routine forever.

I'm finally back in the United States and will be home by this weekend!! I'm proposing to my girlfriend at the airport when i get off the plane so wish me luck LOL...

I just want to say thanks to Universal and RAGE again for this opportunity to participate in this and I'm sorry I couldn't keep up with the updates!!
CONGRATS AGAIN BB2K and i hope to hear more and keep training for special forces during the summer!!!!

Welcome home and good luck man!

[BB2K]

Congrats BB2K on winning!!! I'm sorry i couldn't keep up with the logs and posts. We moved to another place that didn't have internet in Afghanistan. I kept up the workout and diet. It was an amazing workout and plan on continuing this workout in my routine forever.

I'm finally back in the United States and will be home by this weekend!! I'm proposing to my girlfriend at the airport when i get off the plane so wish me luck LOL...

I just want to say thanks to Universal and RAGE again for this opportunity to participate in this and I'm sorry I couldn't keep up with the updates!!
CONGRATS AGAIN BB2K and i hope to hear more and keep training for special forces during the summer!!!!


welcome home! good luck with the proposal! keep us posted!

[mrdead]

Congrats BB2K on winning!!! I'm sorry i couldn't keep up with the logs and posts. We moved to another place that didn't have internet in Afghanistan. I kept up the workout and diet. It was an amazing workout and plan on continuing this workout in my routine forever.

I'm finally back in the United States and will be home by this weekend!! I'm proposing to my girlfriend at the airport when i get off the plane so wish me luck LOL...

I just want to say thanks to Universal and RAGE again for this opportunity to participate in this and I'm sorry I couldn't keep up with the updates!!
CONGRATS AGAIN BB2K and i hope to hear more and keep training for special forces during the summer!!!!

Glad that you have returned... Thank you for all you do...

[ragingmuscle]

Congrats BB2K on winning!!! I'm sorry i couldn't keep up with the logs and posts. We moved to another place that didn't have internet in Afghanistan. I kept up the workout and diet. It was an amazing workout and plan on continuing this workout in my routine forever.

I'm finally back in the United States and will be home by this weekend!! I'm proposing to my girlfriend at the airport when i get off the plane so wish me luck LOL...

I just want to say thanks to Universal and RAGE again for this opportunity to participate in this and I'm sorry I couldn't keep up with the updates!!
CONGRATS AGAIN BB2K and i hope to hear more and keep training for special forces during the summer!!!!

Had us all worried about ya brother. Glad all is good. Good luck with the proposal!

[squirrelmeister]

Thanks everyone!!!! I will keep y'all posted!! Now that i'm home i will definitely stay on the lookout for any other contest!!! If i get to participate in another one I will definitely win!

[mrdead]

Thanks everyone!!!! I will keep y'all posted!! Now that i'm home i will definitely stay on the lookout for any other contest!!! If i get to participate in another one I will definitely win!
If you ever get stationed at Joint Base Lewis McChord (Fort Lewis), hit me up...!!!

[squirrelmeister]

If you ever get stationed at Joint Base Lewis McChord (Fort Lewis), hit me up...!!!

Sure thing man...i'm going through DEMOB right now at Fort Dix, New Jersey