My Progression Pictures

[princelim]

Hi.

I've being training for a month. This is my progression pictures:

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y16...m/Progress.jpg

I intend to reach my goal as shown in the final pic of the progression pic collact in another 5 months. Do you it is possible based on my progression I had so far?

[sportsshrink]

fantastic progress--You can really see the size difference especially in your chest. Keep up the good work!

[princelim]

fantastic progress--You can really see the size difference especially in your chest. Keep up the good work!

REally? Because personally, I'm a little frusterated with myself. But I'm telling myself not to give up until another 5 more months. (I've given myself 6 months to reach the goal and I've "spent" 1 month already).

[101101]

REally? Because personally, I'm a little frusterated with myself. But I'm telling myself not to give up until another 5 more months. (I've given myself 6 months to reach the goal and I've "spent" 1 month already).

It's great progress, why are you frustrated? Just keep lifting, and good luck with your goal! Muscle gains are typically slow, but that goal shouldn't take all too long to meet, especially at the rate you're going. Just eat, lift, sleep!

Don't ever get discouraged, and don't ever doubt yourself! Good luck, keep up the good work!

[princelim]

It's great progress, why are you frustrated? Just keep lifting, and good luck with your goal! Muscle gains are typically slow, but that goal shouldn't take all too long to meet, especially at the rate you're going. Just eat, lift, sleep!

Don't ever get discouraged, and don't ever doubt yourself! Good luck, keep up the good work!

Thanks~! Will continue to lift more and eat more (though the latter is more difficult because I am always on the go/move. Getting "healthy" food when I'm on the go is not as easy as preparing food at home).

Will post more pics if I improve and change.

[Thin Build]

I dont think that goal is attainable in 6 months.

My body looked the same as yours when i started 3 months ago, and right now i think i am a little better then you and i probably wont be looking like that picture for another year.

[princelim]

I dont think that goal is attainable in 6 months.

My body looked the same as yours when i started 3 months ago, and right now i think i am a little better then you and i probably wont be looking like that picture for another year.

Mmm.. how long will it take for me to reach my goal (roughly an good estimate based on ur experience?). This is to allow me to guage and stay motivated rather than lose motivation after 6 months if I had high expectations. Mind to post ur pics?

[wide lats]

Naturally, i reckon 2 - 3 years for your goal. If i were you i would take it 1 step at a time and for now keep on training hard, in say 6 months evaluate and do what must be done!!!!

[Stevebaby]

wow, that is a real difference, you must feel great

[Numero_Uno]

Naturally, i reckon 2 - 3 years for your goal. If i were you i would take it 1 step at a time and for now keep on training hard, in say 6 months evaluate and do what must be done!!!!

Lol, 2-3 years you could be huge, 6 months is a good target for that goal.

[wide lats]

LOL you think you can get huge in 3 years naturally? LOL LOL LOL, go back to the supplements forum.

[Fletch]

6 months is definitely a short timeframe to make that kind of progress. Considering you've only been training for a month, the first couple years are where most of the gains take place. I like to think of training being similar to investment finance. You're in the process of setting up your portfolio balance in the first year. Then you dedicate part of your day to it everyday and with consistency and "staying the course", the progression will compound (like interest on capital) to surpass the goals you had previously set. Then you set new goals.

For the level of physique in the "goal" picture, it will take you at least 4-6 times as long as 6 months. I'm not intending frustration, but the human body doesn't change that quickly without considering chemicals. Without anabolics, the body will still develop as long as you have the patience and dedication required.

Keep your chin up and "stay the course" cuz you've made enviable progress thus far in just a month.

- Fletch

[aneas]

Naturally, i reckon 2 - 3 years for your goal. If i were you i would take it 1 step at a time and for now keep on training hard, in say 6 months evaluate and do what must be done!!!!

I agree with wide lats. It takes time and effort to build a good physique. The key is consistency.

[aneas]

Lol, 2-3 years you could be huge, 6 months is a good target for that goal.

Only if your a genetic freak.

[princelim]

By the way, I have being reading the forum and notice quite a no. of thread on cutting.

Based on my current stats and my goal, should I still continue my eat more and lift more or should I start cutting? (I think I should eat more and lift more right? Just to confirm).

[ToBeOrNotToBe]

REally? Because personally, I'm a little frusterated with myself. But I'm telling myself not to give up until another 5 more months. (I've given myself 6 months to reach the goal and I've "spent" 1 month already).

Come on dude... you can't be waiting great gains in 1 month only...

You have done well. If you keep that pace, you'll be able to show really good results in 6 months.

[princelim]

Come on dude... you can't be waiting great gains in 1 month only...

You have done well. If you keep that pace, you'll be able to show really good results in 6 months.

Hi. Thanks pal.

So, I shouldn't consider "cutting" now right...? I should continue to lift more and eat more for my goal?

[Stallion12]

Naturally, i reckon 2 - 3 years for your goal. If i were you i would take it 1 step at a time and for now keep on training hard, in say 6 months evaluate and do what must be done!!!!

2-3 years to get that goal?
ROFLMFAO, I hope you were joking kid. You obviouslly have no idea what you are talking about...

[ToBeOrNotToBe]

Hi. Thanks pal.

So, I shouldn't consider "cutting" now right...? I should continue to lift more and eat more for my goal?

I think you should bulk. But you have to know what to eat and how much of it. Consistency is the key! If you train properly, sleep at least 7 hours per day and follow a "bodybuilder's diet", you will make great gains.

Will it be worth it? YES! Never question that!

[dieselbuilder]

looking good man, just keep it up, i would love to see your pictures in april 2006, im sure you will be well past your goal by then, keep it up man and keep pushing up in weights as you go

[littleD18AGON]

honestly I think 3-4 years to get to there, but I think you'l eventually look better than that guy. Don't be discouraged by that length of time, once your there youl be happy you started 3-4 years ago.

[princelim]

I think you should bulk. But you have to know what to eat and how much of it. Consistency is the key! If you train properly, sleep at least 7 hours per day and follow a "bodybuilder's diet", you will make great gains.

Will it be worth it? YES! Never question that!

My diet are now definitely high protein and I'm also taking supplement (myopro whey) 2-3 times a day. In order to motivate myself, I've also started a journal http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=489974 where I post my workout.

Generally, I work out 3 times a week and I've being sticking to exercises such as (mainly consists of) bench press, shoulder press, squats, deadlifts, pullups, bent over row and pushup.

Minor group muscles such as bicep curl, tricep extension, I do it less often as compare to the one above.

[princelim]

looking good man, just keep it up, i would love to see your pictures in april 2006, im sure you will be well past your goal by then, keep it up man and keep pushing up in weights as you go

Thanks pal.... I will definitely post my pictures if I do improve.

[ToBeOrNotToBe]

My diet are now definitely high protein and I'm also taking supplement (myopro whey) 2-3 times a day. In order to motivate myself, I've also started a journal http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=489974 where I post my workout.

Generally, I work out 3 times a week and I've being sticking to exercises such as (mainly consists of) bench press, shoulder press, squats, deadlifts, pullups, bent over row and pushup.

Minor group muscles such as bicep curl, tricep extension, I do it less often as compare to the one above.

It seems like you're doing well then.
Good luck with your trainings.

[princelim]

It seems like you're doing well then.
Good luck with your trainings.

Thanks pal. I read up in mag and forum that siginificant progress will be seen in every 12 weeks... it is just 5-6 weeks for me now. Looking for the first "milestone" in 12 weeks.

[mntbikedude]

Look bro you have done well for a short time. But if you are even considering quiting in 6 months then I say quit now. BBing is more than a short term qoal. It is a lifestyle. You have to not only want the end result, (which I think is very realistic for you).

But you have to enjoy the journey. It doesn't have to be an all consuming quest. Just a commitment that you will try and eat right and lift the weights. Imagine where you will be in 2 years, 5 years with that attitude. Now picture the other. What will you look like if you don't?

Looking good physically not only feels hella good, but it will determine much of your future. The in shape guy not only gets the girl but also gets the job promotion. Gets treated with more respect everywhere.

Ok I'm done, if your still not convinced than join the ranks of masses that we see all around us. Guys with guts and man boobs. Guys that will never know how good it feels to not be afraid to take their shirts off in public. That will never know how it feels to fill out a shirt properly. Ok now I'm done.

MBD

[princelim]

Look bro you have done well for a short time. But if you are even considering quiting in 6 months then I say quit now. BBing is more than a short term qoal. It is a lifestyle. You have to not only want the end result, (which I think is very realistic for you).

But you have to enjoy the journey. It doesn't have to be an all consuming quest. Just a commitment that you will try and eat right and lift the weights. Imagine where you will be in 2 years, 5 years with that attitude. Now picture the other. What will you look like if you don't?

Looking good physically not only feels hella good, but it will determine much of your future. The in shape guy not only gets the girl but also gets the job promotion. Gets treated with more respect everywhere.

Ok I'm done, if your still not convinced than join the ranks of masses that we see all around us. Guys with guts and man boobs. Guys that will never know how good it feels to not be afraid to take their shirts off in public. That will never know how it feels to fill out a shirt properly. Ok now I'm done.

MBD

Hi... I certainly want to make this a lifelong committment. The workout part is still fine now. I think the hardest is the diet part (to consistently avoid the unhealthy food for the rest of my life).

I'm definitely not giving up after 6 months... hopefully, with visible achievements, I will look forward and continue to make it into a integral part of my lifestyle forever to achieve and maintain that body I want.

[-calvus-]

If you are only working out 3 times a week then dont be discouraged after only hitting the gym 12 times. You did say a month right? I would imagine you are an ectomorph where gains of muscle mass will be a harder road. Like mentioned before, bodybuilding is a lifestyle, not a timeframe. Regarding your bodytype I would consider eating more portions throughout the day and bumping up not only your workout days, but increasing your exercises. Rotate several different exercises for each muscle group to strenghten not only major muscle groups, but also stabilitory muscles. Its good to set goals and dream big, but set your goals in the long run as well. Most here have told you that they see a change in your pictures. Your getting closer to your goal already. Keep lifting and find out what works best for you. There are many guidelines but only you can figure out what your body responds best to. Good luck.

[z24]

Hey man you have to remember that you make your biggest gains in your first couple of weeks.after that proggress slows.This is because when you first start working out your muscles are very easily stimulated and are waking up.also remeber to let your muscles completly recover or you could set your self back.If you diet properly and work very hard you should have no problem reaching your goal.Also watch out for big fat gains huge fat gains is very common problem for people trying to put size on.

[Numero_Uno]

WTF, 3-4 years to achieve his goal?


Here is a guy thats been training for 3.5 years.

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=486039


The posters goal:



What the oither guy achieved in 3.5 years:

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/attach...hmentid=205411


Now tell me, why would that guys goal take 2-3 years when the other guy got huge, yes he is huge, in 3.5 years.

Thats what i meant.

Dont flame me next time.