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This week..injury strikes!
Not sure what happened. I'd just bought a bench and squat rack the day before. I hadn't lifted weights, but the next day my lower back was sore as ****. I've added deadlifts to my routine but I've only been going very light and adding more weight each workout (still not lifting much). Same with squats.
It's a weird pain on one side. I can feel it if I tense my right glute. I've been stretching as much as I can the last couple of days. Hopefully it goes away soon, I've just started making good progress with my lifting and diet.
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This thread is too good to go stale; we have to keep the updates coming! Sadly I don't have much to offer, lol. Ooooh, but maybe a shot of one of the dozen Pumpkin Pie Tarts I made with my boys recently:
[img]https://i.imgur.com/mdLnzMM.jpg[/img]
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Haven’t posted in a while. Been doing lots of bodybuilding lately and only 2 days of WL. Changing things up. Cleaned up to 105-kg (231-lbs) and FS triples up to 120-kg (264-lbs).
[youtube]YElKkcXqVEk[/youtube]
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playing with the gif maker on my phone, arm day today
[img]https://i.imgur.com/rnSB44h.gif[/img]
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[QUOTE=Bando;1540399011]playing with the gif maker on my phone, arm day today
[img]https://i.imgur.com/rnSB44h.gif[/img][/QUOTE]
I feel sorry for the girl! :)
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wow, you all are so hard working man, im inspiring from you all thank you so much
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Nothing exciting but I'm still here.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/kSWr6F5.jpg[/img]
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[QUOTE=kimm4;1565225531]Nothing exciting but I'm still here.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/kSWr6F5.jpg[/img][/QUOTE]
Absolutely gorgeous <3 :)
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keeping this thread rolling with an arty farty shot from the gym this week.
[img]https://imgur.com/a/93uY6mI[/img]
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[QUOTE=kimm4;1565225531]Nothing exciting but I'm still here.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/kSWr6F5.jpg[/img][/QUOTE]
Great shape!
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No fancy flexing just normal. I'm down 14 lbs because I got too heavy and needed to get my shi* back in check. I got 2 more weeks to cut but I don't need to be super lean for this type of shoot so I'll be fine. I just need to try on my gowns and pray they fit.
I just turned 50 and I think I've done alright. :)
[img]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/gallery-photo/24746841/92cfb7c1aaf449d6a1120e16c44c0bc2-610xh.jpg[/img]
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[QUOTE=kimm4;1571266731]No fancy flexing just normal. I'm down 14 lbs because I got too heavy and needed to get my shi* back in check. I got 2 more weeks to cut but I don't need to be super lean for this type of shoot so I'll be fine. I just need to try on my gowns and pray they fit.
I just turned 50 and I think I've done alright. :)
[img]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/gallery-photo/24746841/92cfb7c1aaf449d6a1120e16c44c0bc2-610xh.jpg[/img][/QUOTE]
More than alright. Fine feminine form. Very fine.
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[QUOTE=kimm4;1571266731]I just turned 50 and I think I've done alright. :)[/QUOTE]
Unreal, looking spectacular as always, Kimm. Have fun with the shoot!
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I've done two dedicated cardio workouts this week. Slowly, trying to incorporate cardio into my regime. I opt for brisk walking, step mill (if my knees dont hurt), free motion elliptical, and KB swings. What does everyone else do aside from running?
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[QUOTE=kimm4;1571266731]No fancy flexing just normal. I'm down 14 lbs because I got too heavy and needed to get my shi* back in check. I got 2 more weeks to cut but I don't need to be super lean for this type of shoot so I'll be fine. I just need to try on my gowns and pray they fit.
I just turned 50 and I think I've done alright. :)
[img]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/gallery-photo/24746841/92cfb7c1aaf449d6a1120e16c44c0bc2-610xh.jpg[/img][/QUOTE]
Looking great Kimm!
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Just finished the end of a mesocycle in a caloric surplus trying to make some gains. I'm at that point where I am getting uncomfortable with my body fat level and tempted to mini-cut, but this is the year where I trust in the process and stop spinning my wheels in perpetual diet mode. I looked back at my photos from last March where I was at a similar body fat level while dieting down through a re-comp. Can definitely see some progress here. Going to follow through with another mesocycle in caloric surplus, looking to push the weight up by another 5+ pounds between now and May, strip off the fat for summer, and see what's left.
[img]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/gallery-photo/24047821/45237f3db3204dc19fda72ed06e0b4c7-610xh.jpg[/img]
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[QUOTE=ectoBgone;1571763451]Just finished the end of a mesocycle in a caloric surplus trying to make some gains. I'm at that point where I am getting uncomfortable with my body fat level and tempted to mini-cut, but this is the year where I trust in the process and stop spinning my wheels in perpetual diet mode. I looked back at my photos from last March where I was at a similar body fat level while dieting down through a re-comp. Can definitely see some progress here. Going to follow through with another mesocycle in caloric surplus, looking to push the weight up by another 5+ pounds between now and May, strip off the fat for summer, and see what's left.
[img]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/gallery-photo/24047821/45237f3db3204dc19fda72ed06e0b4c7-610xh.jpg[/img][/QUOTE]
Nice work Brother!
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no pics for me as I have been "out of the game" for a variety of reasons for almost 4 years. Unfortunately, I've taken a long fall backwards and am pretty much starting all over again. I'm back on the forum to be around like minded people and help my motivation. with any luck, I can get back to where I was.
nice to see several are still here
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[QUOTE=ectoBgone;1571763451]Just finished the end of a mesocycle in a caloric surplus trying to make some gains. I'm at that point where I am getting uncomfortable with my body fat level and tempted to mini-cut, but this is the year where I trust in the process and stop spinning my wheels in perpetual diet mode. I looked back at my photos from last March where I was at a similar body fat level while dieting down through a re-comp. Can definitely see some progress here. Going to follow through with another mesocycle in caloric surplus, looking to push the weight up by another 5+ pounds between now and May, strip off the fat for summer, and see what's left.
[img]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/gallery-photo/24047821/45237f3db3204dc19fda72ed06e0b4c7-610xh.jpg[/img][/QUOTE]
Making me feel really fat here. Great job and awesome work!
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[QUOTE=hmmmm16417;1571816081]no pics for me as I have been "out of the game" for a variety of reasons for almost 4 years. Unfortunately, I've taken a long fall backwards and am pretty much starting all over again. I'm back on the forum to be around like minded people and help my motivation. with any luck, I can get back to where I was.
nice to see several are still here[/QUOTE]
Welcome back and good luck on your journey.
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[QUOTE=ectoBgone;1571763451]Just finished the end of a mesocycle in a caloric surplus trying to make some gains. I'm at that point where I am getting uncomfortable with my body fat level and tempted to mini-cut, but this is the year where I trust in the process and stop spinning my wheels in perpetual diet mode. I looked back at my photos from last March where I was at a similar body fat level while dieting down through a re-comp. Can definitely see some progress here. Going to follow through with another mesocycle in caloric surplus, looking to push the weight up by another 5+ pounds between now and May, strip off the fat for summer, and see what's left.
[img]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/gallery-photo/24047821/45237f3db3204dc19fda72ed06e0b4c7-610xh.jpg[/img][/QUOTE]
Excellent progress.
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[QUOTE=hmmmm16417;1571816081]no pics for me as I have been "out of the game" for a variety of reasons for almost 4 years. Unfortunately, I've taken a long fall backwards and am pretty much starting all over again. I'm back on the forum to be around like minded people and help my motivation. with any luck, I can get back to where I was.
nice to see several are still here[/QUOTE]
Nice to see you here! You can always get it back! :)
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8 years ago...and this morning.
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/2s87mbr.jpg[/IMG]
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its not a gym shot, but it was one of those pleasing moments where you look at a photo of yourself and realise you look halfway decent.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/KfXw4jC.jpg[/img]
and a holiday gym whoring shot with Mrs Little
[img]https://i.imgur.com/pPHNsxH.jpg[/img]
Came back 7Lbs heavier after a week of all inclusive food and drink!!!
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[QUOTE=dazlittle;1578629051]its not a gym shot, but it was one of those pleasing moments where you look at a photo of yourself and realise you look halfway decent.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/KfXw4jC.jpg[/img]
and a holiday gym whoring shot with Mrs Little
[img]https://i.imgur.com/pPHNsxH.jpg[/img]
Came back 7Lbs heavier after a week of all inclusive food and drink!!![/QUOTE]
Looking good! (You too daz ;) )
Can’t help but think how much cooler that first pic would be without the watch and baby blue shorts...add a bearskin loincloth and a sword (and a chainmail bikini for the lady).
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I had never clicked on this thread before. Looks like it might be a good place for this random shot. I caught the reflection in my wife’s vehicle as I was getting out of truck from my Saturday morning cardio session at the Y this morning.
[img]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/gallery-photo/294157961/4b65fa2bd5194603b2cc19973e90a1e1-610xh.jpg[/img]
Thighs have grown a full inch each during this 6 month gaining phase, but cut starts tomorrow!
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[QUOTE=tblodg15;1580394771]I had never clicked on this thread before. Looks like it might be a good place for this random shot. I caught the reflection in my wife’s vehicle as I was getting out of truck from my Saturday morning cardio session at the Y this morning.
[img]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/gallery-photo/294157961/4b65fa2bd5194603b2cc19973e90a1e1-610xh.jpg[/img]
Thighs have grown a full inch each during this 6 month gaining phase, but cut starts tomorrow![/QUOTE]
You normally have great quads...but now we know, if you were a hobbit, you would be a regular Tom Platz!
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[QUOTE=grubman;1580407581]You normally have great quads...but now we know, if you were a hobbit, you would be a regular Tom Platz![/QUOTE]Ha! Wait, are you trying to say it was just an illusion? Damn...
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[QUOTE=grubman;1580606931]Today I decided to put on some shorts to see my legs while I did squats. Will never have impressive legs, but I think they are in proportion with my upper body for the most part.[/QUOTE]
Good aesthetics! (on spread) How is the X-Frame factor when taking a shot like that shirtless? I struggle with leg width too and trying to get them proportional enough so that at lower bodyfat levels I can at least get some semblance of an X Frame when the waist is narrow.
It must be leg progress day, I was just logging on to put up a shot from this morning while getting dressed. Taken cold in morning light. I just finished a prolonged bulk cycle since around end of September, putting on about 11 pounds. Starting my cut now, but I am pleased at my legs filling out a little bit, especially the Rectus Femoris. I had been doing some weighted step ups (love/hate relationship with them) and I think they may have given that muscle a little bit of pop.
[img]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/progress-photo/24047821/850264bc4de94b0ab0dcf167b233ea1c-610xh.jpg[/img]
