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[oldsuperman]

Why do some people on bbing forums post few if any pics of themselves? Some don't post nothing at all. Interesting that you're on a bbing forum yet never post pics? Why won't you?

[highiso]

Cuz they don't even lift?

[MichaelCJ]

It's a good question, and a fair one, I guess.

In my case, I just don't feel compelled to - if that helps at all, haha. I equally respect those that do, and those that don't. It's a personal choice, like any other (that isn't life and death or whatever).

Most of all, I consider this a place to learn and discuss. And sometimes, now that I know a bit more, I'll provide a bit of guidance... or try to. But I know some folks see the site differently, and that's cool too.

Just for the record, if tomorrow it was decreed that no-one could become (or remain) a site member without posting photos of themselves? Well, I'd pack dem bags and leave; no fuss. It would be a shame though.

[Jtbny]

I personally post them in my journal. I had a few in my bodyspace but had a few bad experinces so I removed them.

[bodyhard]

Cause they are being hunted by the FBI.

[highiso]

I personally post them in my journal. I had a few in my bodyspace but had a few bad experinces so I removed them.

Bad experiences?

[Jtbny]

Bad experiences?

It's amazing how mean people can be via the Internet. Some nasty comments and personal messages. Old news but reminded me to be a bit more guarded when posting personal info including pics.

[highiso]

It's amazing how mean people can be via the Internet. Some nasty comments and personal messages. Old news but reminded me to be a bit more guarded when posting personal info including pics.

Damn that's too bad man, haters obviously.

[nvrstopworking]

It's a good question, and a fair one, I guess.

In my case, I just don't feel compelled to - if that helps at all, haha. I equally respect those that do, and those that don't. It's a personal choice, like any other (that isn't life and death or whatever).

Most of all, I consider this a place to learn and discuss. And sometimes, now that I know a bit more, I'll provide a bit of guidance... or try to. But I know some folks see the site differently, and that's cool too.

Just for the record, if tomorrow it was decreed that no-one could become (or remain) a site member without posting photos of themselves? Well, I'd pack dem bags and leave; no fuss. It would be a shame though.

Just out of curiosity..... why?

I'm not expecting everyone to be comfortable posting pics/vids of themselves from any and all angles but why not just take a chest, back or leg pic?

[tryintorebuild]

I don't post my face because I don't want the secret identity revealed of the Blue Notecard Box. (its a different thread, you'll have to look it up.)

I don't post more pics because I don't take more pics. I don't take more pics, because it's hard to flex and hold the camera steady.

[mal1ce]

we balance out the pic whores....







































....and because I'm still manlet

[discdoggie]

I had a few in my bodyspace but had a few bad experinces so I removed them.

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Cause they are being hunted by the FBI.

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Seriously, some people just want privacy/anonymity.


It's a BBing site, so what I personally don't get is the profile pics of them in a headshot, smiling. Or especially women doing the over-the-shoulder come-hither coy grin. I feel it's much more appropriate to show one's physique on this site. But whatever. No problems with those who choose no profile pic.

[tryintorebuild]

I don't post my face because I don't want the secret identity revealed of the Blue Notecard Box. (its a different thread, you'll have to look it up.)

I don't post more pics because I don't take more pics. I don't take more pics, because it's hard to flex and hold the camera steady.

In before some one says, "You were flexing?"

[billb7581]

you dont want to see my pic LOL. I'm a mess

[EjnarKolinkar]

Pics wind up on backpage for escorts is an answer I see in misc pretty often. Or spending too much time moderating PM from the bikini underwear guys is another.

[MichaelCJ]

Just out of curiosity..... why?

I'm not expecting everyone to be comfortable posting pics/vids of themselves from any and all angles but why not just take a chest, back or leg pic?

Hm. Probably comes down to a mix of things: a lack of trust, not so much confidence in how I look (yet - still a n00b really, lol), and... also, I'm not a bodybuilder (!) :/

I know, I know - "It's bodybuilding.com, dumbass!" Yeah, I get that. Oddly, I'm not a powerlifter either. Or an oly lifter.

Kinda do a combination of all of those. It's just another hobby, is all. Maybe if I was more serious about the aesthetics side of it, I'd be tempted to upload a shot or two.

[jayluk4600]

I've had some very odd Pm's before relating to my pics but whatever. I work hard to have a little more muscle then the avg guy that's why I share.

IMO people who don't share pics get little respect for any feedback they give.

[bustasinclair]

I personally post them in my journal. I had a few in my bodyspace but had a few bad experinces so I removed them.

I must be doinitwrong....I've posted hundreds of pics and vids and have had no bad experiences. It'd be nice if I had at least one female stalker or sumthin'

[Kingthumper]

Why do some people on bbing forums post few if any pics of themselves? Some don't post nothing at all. Interesting that you're on a bbing forum yet never post pics? Why won't you?

Mostly because I'm not to the point where I feel comfortable sharing...I imagine this is probably pretty common for those of us whom have in the past had a good physique at one time and are currently in the process of getting it back. I admit I'm a vain SOB, and posting pictures of my pale pudgy self doesn't appeal to me. I'm not too far off now though, maybe peel another 10 lbs....then I'll probably throw up an avi and some progress pics from this past year.

[Karl_Hungus]

Why do some people on bbing forums post few if any pics of themselves? Some don't post nothing at all. Interesting that you're on a bbing forum yet never post pics? Why won't you?

Because we aren't all bodybuilders. I'll be honest, I have almost no interest in bodybuilding. My focus is strength. I do have a few in bodyspace that I included in response to a general callout thread awhile back, but other than that, I just have no interest.

[soonerman4life]

I haven't really felt it necessary. Not that I'm against it, just haven't taken a lot of pics.

[acrawlingchaos]

I post them occasionally. I post strength PR's as well on occasion.

Since I don't make significant noticeable gains every 3 days, I don't feel the need to plaster the boards with progress pics and videos every three days.





















Call out threads are so much funner when you name names. Just sayin....

[KenJenkinsII]

I don't post because nobody wants to see a pic of a fat a** on a bodybuilding forum. Maybe one day I can have some pics in the transformations.

[2nd_chance]

Just for the record, if tomorrow it was decreed that no-one could become (or remain) a site member without posting photos of themselves? Well, I'd pack dem bags and leave; no fuss. It would be a shame though.

Trust me bro... as long as you're buying supplements, they don't care.

[StressMonkey]

It's amazing how mean people can be via the Internet. Some nasty comments and personal messages. Old news but reminded me to be a bit more guarded when posting personal info including pics.

It's sad that there's people that do that for no reason.

[desoto]

For the same reason I don't go out with my shirt off of pose in front of freinds even gym friends.
It could also be I don't take criticism easy with the amount of effort I have been through to get some kind of physique and some shmoo says "you can do better".
I may post pics one day when I fell ready. Although I think do have some impressive pics.

[acrawlingchaos]

For the same reason I don't go out with my shirt off of pose in front of freinds even gym friends.
It could also be I don't take criticism easy with the amount of effort I have been through to get some kind of physique and some shmoo says "you can do better".
I may post pics one day when I fell ready. Although I think do have some impressive pics.

You can call me a skinny *******... I will shed no tears!

[mistrvi]

this is mostly discussion forum. You like to look at topless guys on internet OP?

[acrawlingchaos]

this is mostly discussion forum. You like to look at topless guys on internet OP?

Get the f*ck out of here until you can at least show some maturity.

[drudixon]

I don't post my face because I don't want the secret identity revealed of the Blue Notecard Box. (its a different thread, you'll have to look it up.)

I don't post more pics because I don't take more pics. I don't take more pics, because it's hard to flex and hold the camera steady.

Just set the phone in video then pull frames out for pics.