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11-17-2008, 11:58 AM
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Competing at the universe aged 50
Ive read many different posts that are variations on am I too old to make progress. I have been competing for about 15 yrs and in that time overcome a serious car accident that left me with Brain trauma. I strongly believe in a postive mental attitude, too many people neg you, if your young and have few bad weeks, its a blip. if your my age, its your body telling you something. I stay away from people like this. This year I have won the EPF British Championship and yesterday the NAC British Championship and I am going to compete at the Universe on the 29th november 2008. The remarkable thing is the judges told me that I was the best they have ever seen me. I am not anything special, I don't possess great genetics, but I never make excuses, I still train like I did years ago. We can't do many things to stop ourselves aging, maybe plastic surgery, but why let our bodies age? Too busy a lifestyle, I work 60 hours a week, all you need is preperation, all my meals are prepared and two hours 4-5 times a week out of your life to keep a youthful body isnt too much time is it? IMO no one is too old to benefit, all you need is a postive attitude, realsitic short term and long term goals, consistancy, cycle your training intensity and good nutrition prepared in advanced and just as important: adequate rest
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11-17-2008, 01:05 PM
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Got DOMS ?
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Sounds like a healthy lifestyle!
Way to go on dedicating 8-10 hours a week on training. I need to double up my routine as I get about 5-6 hours a week.
Thanks for sharring your accomplishments to date!
Now I'm interestested in your diet and wo routines?
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11-17-2008, 01:27 PM
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Excellent attitude!!!!
reps
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11-17-2008, 04:40 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jimmoore
This year I have won the EPF British Championship and yesterday the NAC British Championship and I am going to compete at the Universe on the 29th november 2008.
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Hope for the best...yeah negative attitude cancels out all positive outlook.
Good luck!!!
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11-17-2008, 04:41 PM
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Damn, Jim, you have a great attitude and your accomplishments speak for you. Keep us up to date on how you do/did at the Universe.
BEST O'LUCK, MATE.
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11-20-2008, 11:32 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by shuriwud
Damn, Jim, you have a great attitude and your accomplishments speak for you. Keep us up to date on how you do/did at the Universe.
BEST O'LUCK, MATE.
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Thanks for the support guys, Im having treatment on my back at the moment, but im sure i'll get to Germany even if I have to crawl lol and of course win or lose, I'l definately report back, thanks again guys!
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11-20-2008, 11:45 AM
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You said it Jim! there is simply no excuse. either you choose to live as a bodybuilder, or you dont. There for the most part is no excuse why one can't.
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11-20-2008, 12:22 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by stayfit2008
You said it Jim! there is simply no excuse. either you choose to live as a bodybuilder, or you dont. There for the most part is no excuse why one can't.
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You said it stay! no excuses, but the results make any sacrifice worth it!
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11-21-2008, 05:04 AM
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You are a welcome member in here. I am sadly partial to those who compete, have competed or appreciate competitors. Where is the competition and which association so we can log on to their site and see your placing? You are one dialed in fellow (or is that "chap" on your side of the pond?) Congradualtions on your conditioning. Looking forward to calling you Mr. Universe.
Baldie
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11-21-2008, 05:13 AM
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Fantastic post. Guys like you inspire the $#@! outta me.
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11-21-2008, 07:05 AM
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the MYTHBUSTER
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Fantastic!! Good Luck and do keep us posted.
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11-21-2008, 07:12 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Baldiewonkanobi
You are a welcome member in here. I am sadly partial to those who compete, have competed or appreciate competitors. Where is the competition and which association so we can log on to their site and see your placing? You are one dialed in fellow (or is that "chap" on your side of the pond?) Congradualtions on your conditioning. Looking forward to calling you Mr. Universe.
Baldie
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HiYa Baldie, thank you for such a compliment, I hope to make the top ten. The competition is the NAC Universe and this year it is being held in Hamburg, Germany on the 29th of November
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11-21-2008, 07:35 AM
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My Royal English blood tells me that you are selling yourself short. By the looks of last years blokes you are going to rock the judges.
http://www.ibfasport.com/2007/amburgo/5.jpg
Baldie (aka William Charles Mortimer...English enough?)
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11-21-2008, 07:45 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Baldiewonkanobi
My Royal English blood tells me that you are selling yourself short. By the looks of last years blokes you are going to rock the judges.
http://www.ibfasport.com/2007/amburgo/5.jpg
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Thank to all of you for the support, I hope your right William, if not I'll come back better next year! you guys motivate me too, thanks, Jim
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11-21-2008, 08:15 AM
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You look great. You might want to change the caption on that one picture to : Big Phil and Big Jim.
I can't see how you could fail with the outstanding attitude you have.
Congrats
Firm
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11-21-2008, 09:15 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Firminator4
You look great. You might want to change the caption on that one picture to : Big Phil and Big Jim.
I can't see how you could fail with the outstanding attitude you have.
Congrats
Firm
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Cheers Firm, haha, no I think i'll leave it to big Phil and me . Phil Heath is one of the nicest pro bodybuilders ive met, really laid back and not one bit arrogant!
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11-21-2008, 09:22 AM
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You look great!
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11-21-2008, 09:56 AM
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Awesome! Thanks for the inspiration! Your quads are outragious!
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11-24-2008, 09:27 AM
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My injury to my lower back was exacerbated the other day and I am in a lot of pain. After talking to my physio, I have had to withdraw from the Universe comp. I dont view this as a negative, I have had a fantastic season and I am now looking forward to the 2010 NABBA universe where I will have to improve to do well. Adversity is always around the corner, but its how you overcome it that matters, Thanks for all your kind wishes Jim
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11-24-2008, 04:42 PM
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that's too bad, JIM, but I am confident that you will come back.....
how did you hurt the lower back, by the way?
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11-24-2008, 05:39 PM
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the MYTHBUSTER
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Sorry to hear about the injury.
God's speed in your recovery
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11-24-2008, 05:47 PM
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Damn, injuries you say? Whatever, you look fantastic, especially your legs.
I do think the Brits say "spot on" although I could be wrong.
Best of luck in your contest!
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11-25-2008, 01:26 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JOHN GARGANI
that's too bad, JIM, but I am confident that you will come back.....
how did you hurt the lower back, by the way?
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I would like to say I was doing heavy deadlifts but it was just a freak incident,I have been nursing a recent injury there and I just went to get up and it was immediate. I have a weakness there due to a bad car accident a few years ago, but hey we all have our probs and yes John I will come back stronger, if anything this has made me more hungry and I certainly can't moan, I have had a great year and plenty to build on and in the words of Arnold" I'll be back" hahaha, thanks for the great messages and all the best to all of you for next year, Jim
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11-25-2008, 01:37 AM
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Skinny Bodybuilder
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Interesting!
Whoa! I wish you all the luck on that day and that you will be successful in coming in at first place. I'm getting my ass! LOL
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11-25-2008, 01:45 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jimmoore
in the words of Arnold" I'll be back" hahaha, thanks for the great messages and all the best to all of you for next year, Jim
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YES YOU WILL JIM! I KNOW IT!!!
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11-26-2008, 05:28 AM
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Quote:
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Whoa! I wish you all the luck on that day and that you will be successful in coming in at first place. I'm getting my ass back into gear! LOL
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Way to go Tai! Keep those flags of discontent flying!
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11-26-2008, 05:29 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Taichichuan
Whoa! I wish you all the luck on that day and that you will be successful in coming in at first place. I'm getting my ass back into gear.
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yep
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