2010 Challenge

[verac]

I put up my before pics on my bodyspace.

I need a lot of work. My goal is 175 by June 16th (My birthday), and about the time it warms up enough around here to go swimming. I'd like my BF to be around 8-10%, but not sure how feasible that is.

I'm not going to start on the 1st though. I've started already. I hope that isn't cheating.

cool! Another washingtonian in this contest. good luck man! that's the only warm time around here, June to beginning of September.

[thepackleader]

188 would be great man, we would weight almost the same since I'm shooting for 185. It would be cool to see you hit that goal since I know you have been working at it for some time now.

Thanks man! I really want it bad. I'm hoping that will put me at about the 6-8% bodyfat mark. Sounds like a great goal for you too. I know you'll bring it, you did last time. Even though the ending last time was a little less than you wanted, you did well. I think this time you could do even better. Starting at a better point this time too!

cool! Another washingtonian in this contest. good luck man! that's the only warm time around here, June to beginning of September.

I'm just a little South in Oregon. Similar weather Spring time isn't warm. Still not much warmth and a LOT of soggy! lol

[verac]

Thanks man! I really want it bad. I'm hoping that will put me at about the 6-8% bodyfat mark. Sounds like a great goal for you too. I know you'll bring it, you did last time. Even though the ending last time was a little less than you wanted, you did well. I think this time you could do even better. Starting at a better point this time too!



I'm just a little South in Oregon. Similar weather Spring time isn't warm. Still not much warmth and a LOT of soggy! lol

I was watching the news last week and they had that snow scare in Portland. Everyone was advised stocking up on bread and milk. The weather was awesome this week in Western Wa.

Thanks for making this thread man!

[bluemoldycheeze]

Awesome, I'm also in. I have been starting to get into routine so I can start a decent routine by Jan 1st and get in routine for the whole year

2010 is it

[Quii]

Oregon Here!

I think I might do it. I have Double-T Challenge Contest on hand also.

[IronCharles]

Oregon Here!

Oregon is where it's at!

[CashMoneyMill]

Why limit ourselves to transforming our bodies? Why not do MORE?

[glyph98]

Well, I want in on this too.

I just moved to Wisconsin on the 1st of December and I dont know anyone yet, so all I do is work and go to the gym now.

Stats:
6'0"
201 lbs
10% BF

I would like to get down to 5% BF. I am having a hard time getting under 10 right now. So any advice you vets have would be great.

[killerobotninja]

Question. How often do we update after Jan 1st starts?

[rubenramos2]

Alright, I can't stand it. I am not going to sit idly by and let you guys have all the fun. Count me in! I'll post pics before the 15th of January.

[thepackleader]

I was watching the news last week and they had that snow scare in Portland. Everyone was advised stocking up on bread and milk. The weather was awesome this week in Western Wa.

Thanks for making this thread man!

Yeah, the weather here was actually warm here this last week, but tons of rain. Much better than the bitter cold.

And you are welcome. I'm very glad it has had a good response.

Oregon Here!

I think I might do it. I have Double-T Challenge Contest on hand also.

You hopefully will get more feedback in here. So you can of course do both. Maybe support here will push you even further into that contest?

Well, I want in on this too.

I just moved to Wisconsin on the 1st of December and I dont know anyone yet, so all I do is work and go to the gym now.

I would like to get down to 5% BF. I am having a hard time getting under 10 right now. So any advice you vets have would be great.

Sounds good. Glad you joined too. I'm sure some people who have been under 10% can give you some advice. My own advice for dropping weight quicker is usually lower the carbs. That's just what works for me.

Question. How often do we update after Jan 1st starts?

I am hoping for weigh-ins once a week along with measurements. Then every 3-4 weeks for updated pics. But feel free to do them more often.

Alright, I can't stand it. I am not going to sit idly by and let you guys have all the fun. Count me in! I'll post pics before the 15th of January.

Glad you are in. Was hoping you jump in on this!

[Jpowers22]

Its cool that you are so pumped up, hopefully we can keep this going and all have successful first 1/2 of the new year

[paulb72]

Alright, I can't stand it. I am not going to sit idly by and let you guys have all the fun. Count me in! I'll post pics before the 15th of January.

good to see you here Ruben

[rubenramos2]

Glad you are in. Was hoping you jump in on this!

good to see you here Ruben

Thanks fellas! Looking forward to it.

[TRANSMIGRATION]

Why limit ourselves to transforming our bodies? Why not do MORE?

Like what? Transform our minds? lol.

Question. How often do we update after Jan 1st starts?

I'm doing an update ever Wednesday with pics and stats.

Well, I want in on this too.

I just moved to Wisconsin on the 1st of December and I dont know anyone yet, so all I do is work and go to the gym now.

Stats:
6'0"
201 lbs
10% BF

I would like to get down to 5% BF. I am having a hard time getting under 10 right now. So any advice you vets have would be great.

Cut out some carbs until you find a sweet spot.




Just got done slamming down 360 calories, I'm stuffed!! (Sarcasm)..

[Dexter3000]

YES! I'm in too, already started my cut but this is could be a super motivational thread! let's hit it!

[glyph98]

Thanks for the advice guys.

I am going to start my new meal plan as of today, but I will keep going after the first.

I will try a 50% protein, 35% Fat and 15% carb split.

My maint. intake should be 2900 calories. I will only eat 2100 for the next weeks and see where that gets me.

Protein 249 grams
Fat 63 grams
Carbs 84 grams (most of which is in my post workout shake)

[Mikeh78]

Hey guys count me in on this to after the holidays of course. I was making great progress until I went home on vacation for almost a month in October. Since then I haven't done much and this is the motivation I need to get my expanding waist back in the gym.

I will post pics by the 1st and be ready to go.

5'11 at about 197 lbs. BF% I have no idea, but it isn't pretty.

[biglee2007]

I'm in. I will post before pictures on the 31st. I'm looking to lose about 10 or 15 pounds.

[sdilly22]

Whatever. Get at it man. Me against you. Post pics.

i got before pics in my bodyspace. pics are from november.

[ajstylesisgod]

im in on this

starting stats

222lbs

22%f

6.2


want to get to

200 maby 195

13-15% bf

could do with some tips on a cutting diet

im going to start hitting the cardio because i rarely do any atm.

when do we post our before pictures and new weekly pictures to count progres is it?

ive got till i go on holiday in jully to hit my goals but ill go till march

[thepackleader]

could do with some tips on a cutting diet

im going to start hitting the cardio because i rarely do any atm.

when do we post our before pictures and new weekly pictures to count progres is it?

ive got till i go on holiday in jully to hit my goals but ill go till march

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/layne36.htm

In that article it has a calculator to help you out with macro ratios for cutting. Explains about contest dieting. It has been quite helpful to me in the past. Hope that helps out some. If not, ask again and see if others have different help. Or if the article helps but you have other more specific questions just ask.

Just choose a starting date that isn't later than Jan. 14th. Then on that date take your measurements, do a weigh-in, and takes some pics. Hoping to get everyone to update weigh-ins and measurements once a week. Then pics every 2-4 weeks.

[ajstylesisgod]

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/layne36.htm

In that article it has a calculator to help you out with macro ratios for cutting. Explains about contest dieting. It has been quite helpful to me in the past. Hope that helps out some. If not, ask again and see if others have different help. Or if the article helps but you have other more specific questions just ask.

Just choose a starting date that isn't later than Jan. 14th. Then on that date take your measurements, do a weigh-in, and takes some pics. Hoping to get everyone to update weigh-ins and measurements once a week. Then pics every 2-4 weeks.

thanks alot for that artical its hellped alot

repped

[thepackleader]

thanks alot for that artical its hellped alot

repped

I'm really glad it helped! If you have any other questions, if I can answer them I will do my best! Oh, and thanks for the reps.

[JohnSmeton]

Ive dropped 4 lbs since starting this past week. At 239 currently

[thepackleader]

Ive dropped 4 lbs since starting this past week. At 239 currently

That's fantastic, man! Way to kick some arse.

Oh crap! That's what I forgot to update was my weight on Monday. I was at 228lbs, but I had ate terribly the week and a half before. Way too much that is. Clean, but too large portions. Weight was 236lbs. Have to see what it comes out as this coming Monday.

[PushTheLimits]

Hello all,
I'm new here. Just registered have to update my stats tomorrow. Long time browser of these forums. First time poster. Count me in on this. Im sick of waking up seeing the same thing in the mirror every morning. Lately I've been working out though and them little improvements I see push me to do more and keep me motivated. Seen this thread and I love the sound of it. I'm going to enjoy my christmas and come back in the new year ready to work hard and achieve my goals. Also over the christmas break I'm going to think of what I want to achieve and write it down and maybe post back later. I will probably post pics also. Anyway count me in on this. Thanks

[Subtitles]

Thanks for the advice guys.

I am going to start my new meal plan as of today, but I will keep going after the first.

I will try a 50% protein, 35% Fat and 15% carb split.

My maint. intake should be 2900 calories. I will only eat 2100 for the next weeks and see where that gets me.

Protein 249 grams
Fat 63 grams
Carbs 84 grams (most of which is in my post workout shake)

If newbies are allowed I'd love to join! I REALLY need to get in shape before I move for school in the Summer and this might be the kick in the butt I need!

Not to hijack the thread, but this caught my attention! Hope you don't mind. Is it common for someone to go so low with carbs? What is the main reason? I have always been told a healthy diet consists of about 50% carbs, and that it is extremly unhealthy to go below 40%. Just curious!

[thepackleader]

Hello all,
I'm new here. Just registered have to update my stats tomorrow. Long time browser of these forums. First time poster. Count me in on this. Im sick of waking up seeing the same thing in the mirror every morning. Lately I've been working out though and them little improvements I see push me to do more and keep me motivated. Seen this thread and I love the sound of it. I'm going to enjoy my christmas and come back in the new year ready to work hard and achieve my goals. Also over the christmas break I'm going to think of what I want to achieve and write it down and maybe post back later. I will probably post pics also. Anyway count me in on this. Thanks

Sounds good. Love to have you join!

If newbies are allowed I'd love to join! I REALLY need to get in shape before I move for school in the Summer and this might be the kick in the butt I need!

Not to hijack the thread, but this caught my attention! Hope you don't mind. Is it common for someone to go so low with carbs? What is the main reason? I have always been told a healthy diet consists of about 50% carbs, and that it is extremly unhealthy to go below 40%. Just curious!

Go ahead and join us. Doesn't matter if you are new.

As for the old, mostly carb diet... That's just older information put out by the FDA. Carbs do have their place. Most can't handle mentally a really low carb diet. Some can. Is it unhealthy? No, keto style dieting has been a around a good while now. It's a tough diet to stick to, but the results of fat burning is significant for most people. Carbs cause an insulin spike. Which in most cases is more likely to get you to store fat rather than burn it. Being a type 2 diabetic who no longer needs to take any medication for it, I can saw the more keto style of diet has helped me get off and stay off meds.

There are LOTS of articles that can be read on bb.com to help in your jouney. Questions here are good too. In a prior message I posted a link to a good article by Layne Norton. Give it a read. He is of a mind that lower carbs, but not majorly low carbs is the way to go. Give it a read and lemme know what you think.

[Subtitles]

Thank you! I'll read it right now. Im silently cursing all my bio teachers for telling me I mustmustMUST eat 50% carbs. Thats what I get for not doing my own research :S I'm not diabetic, but am insulin resistant. Even though the only carbs I eat are from fruit or whole wheat, and when I'm getting lots of exercise and sticking to around 1500 calories a day I still can't lose weight. On the rare occasion I treat myself to poptarts or cookies (can't be good ALL the time) for the next couple of days after I steadily gain weight, usually a couple of pounds.
I'll definitely be reading more about the low carb diets, it might be exactly what I need to get rid of these VERY stubborn 30 pounds. I'm even more pumped about the challenge.

Thanks!
Sorry again for the hijack!