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09-07-2009, 06:29 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Florida, United States
Age: 43
Stats: 5'10", 172 lbs
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New here...just saying hello.
Thought I would introduce myself since I am new here.
I am just starting my 6th week of lifting. Like most I piddled when I was young with weights here and there. It was not until I joined the Army when I actually really started to get into shape, but even then I really only piddled with weights.
Now that I am nearing 43 and starting to see the signs that I am not as young as I used to be...I have excitedly begun lifting weights in hopes to improve upon myself and slow down the aging process.
I have already started to add info for my bodyspace with more to come soon. Plus I have figured out its best to stay out of the main misc. section of these forums so as not to get ganged up on by the internet gangster kiddies...so I figure I am off to a good start. 
Thanks for all the advice that I have already read on here. Perhaps i can contribute in some way at some time.
Michael
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09-07-2009, 07:07 PM
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!JUST GITBIG!
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Roanoke, Virginia, United States
Age: 42
Stats: 5'9", 234 lbs
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Welcome, now start getting SERIOUS about GITTING BIG!
Easy 3 rules to doing it:
LIFT HEAVY - LIFT HARD - LIFT OFTEN
I hope you enjoy your stay, Im still new here and many people in the O35 section have been of GREAT HELP to me!!
Cheers,
Andrew
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(Lift Heavy - Lift Hard - Lift Often) (I do curls in my home gym power rack. Because I can.)
(Tie a kerosene rag around your ankles so the ants dont climb up and eat your candy ass)
(Practicing Aikijutsu and Judo, two very wonderful martial arts)
(Keep doing what your doing, and you will keep getting what you got)
(No crying rags permitted in my House of Gain)(Why are you reading this anyway?)
(See Dick work his upper body - See Dick do no leg work - Dont be a chicken legged Dick)
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09-07-2009, 07:14 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Texas, United States
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Welcome! There's a lot of knowledgeable and helpful folks on the boards here. Good luck in your lifting goals!!!
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09-07-2009, 07:22 PM
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Ripped Van Winkle
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Gaston, Oregon, United States
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Welcome, Michael!
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Stop looking for excuses why you can't do it, and start looking for ways you can!
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09-07-2009, 07:27 PM
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easily amused
Join Date: May 2009
Location: West Chester, Ohio, United States
Age: 42
Stats: 5'8", 133 lbs
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Hey Michael!
Nice to meet you and welcome to the best forum on the board!! Look forward to your posts!!
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My Journal: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=119930211
ISSA - CFT
ISSA - SPN (pending)
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09-07-2009, 07:32 PM
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Re-living the Dream
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Delaware, United States
Age: 46
Stats: 6'2", 220 lbs
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Welcome!
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David
My Workout Journal:
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=117774621
***Steeler Nation***
"I live vicariously through myself"
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09-07-2009, 08:17 PM
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*THE IRON MAIDEN*
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Age: 52
Stats: 5'2", 123 lbs
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*waves*
welcome!!
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*PAIN IS WEAKNESS LEAVING THE BODY*
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09-07-2009, 09:09 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Big Bear City, California, United States
Age: 53
Stats: 5'7", 165 lbs
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Originally Posted by flat6nut
Thought I would introduce myself since I am new here.
I am just starting my 6th week of lifting. Like most I piddled when I was young with weights here and there. It was not until I joined the Army when I actually really started to get into shape, but even then I really only piddled with weights.
Now that I am nearing 43 and starting to see the signs that I am not as young as I used to be...I have excitedly begun lifting weights in hopes to improve upon myself and slow down the aging process.
I have already started to add info for my bodyspace with more to come soon. Plus I have figured out its best to stay out of the main misc. section of these forums so as not to get ganged up on by the internet gangster kiddies...so I figure I am off to a good start.
Thanks for all the advice that I have already read on here. Perhaps i can contribute in some way at some time.
Michael |
Welcome Michael, it's never too late bud. I only got started at 51 and it's doing me a world of good! I'm sure you'll notice the same in the next few months. It's a great site and lots of help here. That search bar in the upper right of the screen offer an endless wealth of information as well.
Enjoy your new lifestyle!
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09-07-2009, 09:21 PM
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I work for it period...
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Age: 40
Stats: 5'4", 130 lbs
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Welcome to the fun! Lot's of great people here and always willing to help!
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Success is not the result of spontaneous combustion; you must set yourself on fire first.
-Reggie Leach-
http://www.iron-kim.com
*A little bitch in the nice...a little nice in the bitch...*
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09-10-2009, 04:29 AM
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selffirst
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Age: 39
Stats: 6'0", 175 lbs
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Hey man
Welcome to this supporting community......Self
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I'm the "Whiteknight"
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09-10-2009, 04:54 AM
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Bullseye Forever
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Mississippi, United States
Age: 43
Stats: 6'5", 272 lbs
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Welcome aboard!!!....im still a new one here as well,but there are all great people here and so awesome to talk to!!!!good luck with your goals....we are all here to help each other!! 
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Strength Determination Merciless Forever
"Forged in Iron...Built to Destroy"
"To survive war......you've gotta become war"....John Rambo
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09-10-2009, 12:48 PM
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Shaken, but not stirred
Join Date: Jan 2009
Age: 61
Stats: 5'10", 209 lbs
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Welcome.
I started at 60. It's not really when you start that matters ...... it's when you finish.
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09-10-2009, 01:36 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Roy, Utah, United States
Age: 39
Stats: 5'11", 168 lbs
Posts: 37
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Quote:
Originally Posted by flat6nut
Thought I would introduce myself since I am new here.
I am just starting my 6th week of lifting. Like most I piddled when I was young with weights here and there. It was not until I joined the Army when I actually really started to get into shape, but even then I really only piddled with weights.
Now that I am nearing 43 and starting to see the signs that I am not as young as I used to be...I have excitedly begun lifting weights in hopes to improve upon myself and slow down the aging process.
I have already started to add info for my bodyspace with more to come soon. Plus I have figured out its best to stay out of the main misc. section of these forums so as not to get ganged up on by the internet gangster kiddies...so I figure I am off to a good start.
Thanks for all the advice that I have already read on here. Perhaps i can contribute in some way at some time.
Michael |
Here is a HUGE welcome. This site is great for support and advice. A lot of great people who know what they are talking about. Don't be afraid to ask. Sadly, I am not one of those "in the know" people yet, but I am learning.
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09-10-2009, 01:42 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Oneonta, Alabama, United States
Age: 47
Stats: 6'1", 226 lbs
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Welcome, Michael, from your neighbor to the west... well, at least up at the Panhandle!!
Don't hesitate to ask anything... there are no dumb questions... we're here to help if we can... don't forget to start a journal in the journal section if you haven't!!
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Paul
Getting lean and clean
"If you believe in yourself and have dedication and pride - and never quit - you'll be a winner. The price of victory is high but so are the rewards."
Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant
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09-10-2009, 02:40 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Sanford, North Carolina, United States
Age: 57
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Hello!
Hello Michael. I'm fairly new here myself. I know what you mean about the other sections. It's been great here in the more mature section. I'm just getting serious myself at 57 yoa and the folks here have already been a great help.
Good luck.
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BigWave
"Rome wasn't built in a day and they didn't have to tear down Italy to do it"
http://bigwavedaveonline.com
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09-10-2009, 02:44 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Maryland, United States
Age: 36
Stats: 5'6", 196 lbs
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Welcome
Welcome.Looks like your off to a good start already.
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09-10-2009, 05:10 PM
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I love bacon.....
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: California, United States
Age: 62
Stats: 5'10", 191 lbs
Posts: 1,457
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Welcome.....
I read your profile and chuckled a bit at your comment on staying 'motivated'.
Well...I would never mean to come off as smug but regarding 'motivation' how about setting an impeccable example of a healthy life style and seeing your beautiful daughter thrive long into her adulthood.
This would be my biggest motivation.
I (we) did not take the 'kid' plunge by choice.....I like the simple life and I'm long time musician so that life style was not for me.
My respect to all of you that can endure the child rearing challenges.
Good luck on the quest....respectfully submitted, of course.
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USMC 1965-1969-Vietnam combat vet Feb '66 - Mar '67
'Once a Marine...'...respect, honor and integrity.
To any that have served in our Military I thank you for your service and courage.
I am relegated to old and ugly....but fat and weak is not on the itinerary.
Know my limit...then exceed it by just a bit.
Original music: www.soundclick.com/wayneevansproject
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09-10-2009, 08:04 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: United States
Age: 41
Stats: 6'0", 194 lbs
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Hello, and welcome. Glad to hear your making positive steps to getting, and staying in better shape.
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09-10-2009, 09:47 PM
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The Cake Is A Lie!
Join Date: Sep 2007
Age: 38
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Welcome!
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There will come a day when I tire of listening to 80's music. That day is not today.
It's hard to explain but I feel that lifting has made me into the person I was always supposed to be.
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09-15-2009, 04:07 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2009
Age: 41
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New member
Welcome Michael, I am new to this great website too.
My advice would be to log in at least once a week and take advantage of all the good advice on offer here.
I've just done the unthinkable and LEFT my gym to save money but I have just finished kitting out my home gym in the spare room, its working out well so far.
Alan.
Quote:
Originally Posted by flat6nut
Thought I would introduce myself since I am new here.
I am just starting my 6th week of lifting. Like most I piddled when I was young with weights here and there. It was not until I joined the Army when I actually really started to get into shape, but even then I really only piddled with weights.
Now that I am nearing 43 and starting to see the signs that I am not as young as I used to be...I have excitedly begun lifting weights in hopes to improve upon myself and slow down the aging process.
I have already started to add info for my bodyspace with more to come soon. Plus I have figured out its best to stay out of the main misc. section of these forums so as not to get ganged up on by the internet gangster kiddies...so I figure I am off to a good start.
Thanks for all the advice that I have already read on here. Perhaps i can contribute in some way at some time.
Michael |
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09-15-2009, 10:40 AM
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From hood 2 ivory tower
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Washington, District Of Columbia, United States
Age: 41
Stats: 5'8", 200 lbs
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Welcome to the forum and good luck with your training!
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"First train the mind, then the body."
Made from all-natural products since 1968...no gear, no prohormones.
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09-15-2009, 10:52 AM
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I love bacon.....
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: California, United States
Age: 62
Stats: 5'10", 191 lbs
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Quote:
Originally Posted by alan3
I have just finished kitting out my home gym in the spare room, its working out well so far.
Alan.
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The only way to go as far as I'm concerned for many reasons.
Well done on getting setup on the home front.
Later...
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USMC 1965-1969-Vietnam combat vet Feb '66 - Mar '67
'Once a Marine...'...respect, honor and integrity.
To any that have served in our Military I thank you for your service and courage.
I am relegated to old and ugly....but fat and weak is not on the itinerary.
Know my limit...then exceed it by just a bit.
Original music: www.soundclick.com/wayneevansproject
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09-18-2009, 02:40 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2009
Age: 41
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Home Gym
Thank you Wayne,
I would have stayed at my local gym in Braintree (Essex, UK) but at the moment it makes better financial sense to train at home---I have retained my gym membership card and can always go back next year sometime, they also have a daily rate of ?4.50 so if I'm passing and want a bit of extra training that week then I will certainly go in.
I find I train much better at home at present, I get much more done as there are fewer distractions.
QUOTE=Wayne Evans;385191931]The only way to go as far as I'm concerned for many reasons.
Well done on getting setup on the home front.
Later...[/QUOTE]
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09-26-2009, 11:11 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Florida, United States
Age: 43
Stats: 5'10", 172 lbs
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Thanks for all the replies. I read something new every day here. One thing I like to do before working out is browse some of the progress pages of people here...there are many who motivate me. Thanks!
Oh yeah...looking forward to my updated photos and measurements.
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09-26-2009, 11:12 PM
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Banned
Join Date: Sep 2009
Age: 23
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Hey Michael I'm new here too! We should make babies
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