2014 Dymatize Transformation Challenge is back!

[CBRob]

Yo Chad, I was just browsing your profile. Here is what you say about your belly pic.
BEFORE PICTURE ON APRIL 9TH 2012
Yeah a bit exaggerated belly sticking out
POSE: Other
WEIGHT: -- Lbs.
BODY FAT: --%
DATE TAKEN: Apr 9, 2012

[CBRob]

Wow dude....get real.
This is another example (and happens to be mine). This was my 11 week transformation (and 'nattie' since you feel the need to put that in there as well).

ID, didn't you have to give up "natty" status for health reasons?

[willybrokeback]

Ok thank you.

[soccerdad5]

First one to admit I was letting it all hang out. Anyone else need some help for the contest go ahead and pm me

Yo Chad, I was just browsing your profile. Here is what you say about your belly pic.
BEFORE PICTURE ON APRIL 9TH 2012
Yeah a bit exaggerated belly sticking out
POSE: Other
WEIGHT: -- Lbs.
BODY FAT: --%
DATE TAKEN: Apr 9, 2012

[induced_drag]

ID, didn't you have to give up "natty" status for health reasons?

Yes. Those pics were when I first returned to the gym. It was not until quite a while after that when I finally figured out I had some issues. Obviously the issues did not prevent me from getting back "in shape"....which is why I am so puzzled all the time when guys think they need HRT to put on mass or lose fat. Hell, I was hypo-thyroid and low-t the whole time (both pituitary stimulated hormones which suffered damage in an accident in 09 that I did not know till later).


Anyway....back on topic.

For those that attempt these things, do it for your self (and a good kickstart towards a new direction). If you have been training any good while and maintaining good body comp, your chances of winning are slim. These contests favor those who's biggest issue is fat loss.

Now the guys in the best position, are those that are a little fat, and been out of the gym for several years (while having put on good mass in the past). THOSE are the unbelievable muscle memory transformations that can surly take the title.

When I have mentioned my stats from that time of what my fat loss and LBM gain was in those 11 weeks, people think I am smoking crack.(something like 35lb fat loss and almost 15lb lean mass gain...totally SRS )...but it can be done if you are in the right place for it. Kind of like the perfect storm. My ship has long since sailed and about the only thing I can change in 12 weeks is just a simple cut.

[hammerfelt]

Thank you ID for getting this thread back on track.

For a tall person with a large frame like myself, what is a good body fat % to shoot for? I have no concern for visible abs, but would someday like to take my shirt off at the beach without scaring the children. Army has a max of 18% bodyfat, so I am thinking if I could get below 20% that would be good.

I found there will be a mobile hydrostatic weighing event near me on January 4th. Going to do that and see how close that number is to the Navy weight/measuring tape method is.

[was strong]

This looks pretty awesome to just be involved in, I haven't read all the details yet. A few questions though if someone could answer.
Do you have to take measurements?
Is body fat recording required ? Is it okay to use a machine or is it calipers etc. if required?
Is it free to enter and for the bodyspace part of the site, any hidden costs?

[EjnarKolinkar]

This looks pretty awesome to just be involved in, I haven't read all the details yet. A few questions though if someone could answer.
Do you have to take measurements?
Is body fat recording required ? Is it okay to use a machine or is it calipers etc. if required?
Is it free to enter and for the bodyspace part of the site, any hidden costs?

No to measurements, body fat as requirements these would be optional. No hidden costs. Before and after pics in compliance with the rules, and a final essay are the main requirements. There is no cost for the use of bodyspace.

Thank you ID for getting this thread back on track.

For a tall person with a large frame like myself, what is a good body fat % to shoot for? I have no concern for visible abs, but would someday like to take my shirt off at the beach without scaring the children. Army has a max of 18% bodyfat, so I am thinking if I could get below 20% that would be good.

I found there will be a mobile hydrostatic weighing event near me on January 4th. Going to do that and see how close that number is to the Navy weight/measuring tape method is.

15-20% range should be attainable without too much trouble for most men. That is not a "ripped" look obviously.

[was strong]

Thanks EK, looks killa and I am all in then!!

[induced_drag]

Thank you ID for getting this thread back on track.

For a tall person with a large frame like myself, what is a good body fat % to shoot for? I have no concern for visible abs, but would someday like to take my shirt off at the beach without scaring the children. Army has a max of 18% bodyfat, so I am thinking if I could get below 20% that would be good.

I found there will be a mobile hydrostatic weighing event near me on January 4th. Going to do that and see how close that number is to the Navy weight/measuring tape method is.

HF

Just my opinion but screw BF% and just go by what you want to look like. (as long as it is within a healthy range). I do track BF, but mostly as a metric to know I am heading in the right direction when I set a goal. I could care less what the number is, but I watch skinfolds and waist circumference. The latter will change much quicker and for most men, is good enough to see if you have set your cals right. For a big guy, you will have A LOT of visceral fat to lose. That wont show up in a skinfold, but will show easily with a tape.

The way I would do it is to take my waist circumference once a week on the same day. I would do it after rising and 'emptying'. I take it lying down as when you are standing, any flexion of your abs will change the measurement. It is impossible to stand upright without some sort of ab flex. I found that measuring relaxed on my back gave me very accurate and repeatable results. Again, I think for most guys, this is all you need to do.

No real point in getting hydro or even a DEXA done unless a specific number means something to you.

[OutdoorsinCO]

In...good motivation to hit my first contest in May.

[hammerfelt]

You can use one of their plans or make one yourself. I made mine.

I don't have month 3 completely filled out yet, but I got a good start on it.

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/co...lan/hammerfelt

[J_D828]

I have registered and will be posting my Dymatize 100k journey in the motivation section, i have not posted in a forum since the first "I am Juggernaut", competition, will be posting motivation, my workouts, silliness and and seriousness too, but mostly mainly fun, hope to get to meet a lot of new people, and to follow others in there journey, and hopefully re-connect with old friends from there.

[ricktbaker]

The way I would do it is to take my waist circumference once a week on the same day. I would do it after rising and 'emptying'. I take it lying down as when you are standing, any flexion of your abs will change the measurement. It is impossible to stand upright without some sort of ab flex. I found that measuring relaxed on my back gave me very accurate and repeatable results. Again, I think for most guys, this is all you need to do.

No real point in getting hydro or even a DEXA done unless a specific number means something to you.

Not sure how I missed this post, but this is great advice! I have a pair of calipers but I'm still learning how to use them properly for correct / consistent readings. But overall I'm not too concerned with my actual BF %, just wanting to make sure things are moving in the right direction.