***OBF "Sizzling Summer Spectacular 2011" Official Contest Thread***

**BDancer** · 06-29-2011, 11:14 AM

Originally Posted by HappySnowBunny

I started out as a gymnast, but broke my wrist bad enough to bench me for good. So I became a dancer instead.

Oh man! that had to hurt, but hey Dancing is great

Originally Posted by beefcake66

I'M BIGGER THAN YOU!

Maybe so but I could still take yah

Hee Hee Hee

I wish

Originally Posted by cactusflower

It was supposed to be a joke little one

I know

Originally Posted by beefcake66

managing the bike again this morning... im on a rolllllll. if the weather is agreeable I may try walking to work again too!

(

Good Job that knee will be better before you know it.

Originally Posted by cactusflower

Personally I avoid them at all costs - any type. No matter how light the weight my back is irritated. I have had been supervised with my technique and have had it corrected and it still is way too uncomfortable. Back health is so important....I can do other things and achieve the same results without hurting my back.

Yep Me too they are how I hurt my back in the first place and I have to be so careful now.
wish I would have never done them.

Originally Posted by blsmith

Good morning everyone! Hope everyone has a great day whether it be at the gym, or on your diet... Let's get it done today!

back at cha

Originally Posted by GettingfitAgain

Managed to get up out of my nightly coma and hit the gym! 1 hr 20 mins, lifting and cardio.

Feelsgoodman.jpg

Great job I know it takes supper human strength to get out of bed in the morning

I love my sleep.

**BDancer** · 06-29-2011, 11:21 AM

Originally Posted by tjwoody

been eyeballing this weighted vest on ebay and amazon thats 50% off for some of my cardio. barely enough time to do it after weights.

Oh man, I better check it out too. I have been wanting one of those but they are pricy.

Originally Posted by digitalangel3

My main diet problem is my mind.

If I tell myself I am going on a strict diet and cutting everything bad out, I go insane. .

Yep that is why I take a cheat day once a week.

**BDancer** · 06-29-2011, 11:23 AM

Just incase you guys missed reading this article comparing HIIT to continuous steady state cardio.

.
It tells why HIIT Works so much better at dropping body fat.
It tells how HIIT increases your resting metabolism after your work out.
And that It will help you maintain your muscle and can actually help you build muscle mass.

So if you haven’t read it here it is.

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/ulti...g-program.html

**DomesticDiva** · 06-29-2011, 11:59 AM

Feels good to be back in the competition again. It's nice to see some familiar faces!

Question for y'all: In your opinion, what is the best way to handle it when someone is totally hogging equipment at the gym?

There's only one cable set-up at my gym, and it never fails that when I went to use it, someone using it for their entire workout (45-1 hour). Last night, two teenagers were taking turns in there, but spending the majority of the time flexing in the mirror between sets (no joke!). They didn't seem too serious about what they were doing, so I finally went over and politely asked how many more sets they had. I don't want to hog the machine. I just want to use it. I also don't want to work on one side, while some dude works on the other. I like to do cable curls sometimes, you know?

So, what is the proper gym etiquette in this situation? Is it rude to ask someone if you can jump in (especially when it takes longer because you're setting the cable up high and they have it all the way down to the floor for rows, etc. and/or you want to use both sides of the equipment)? And how long is too long for someone to expect to have complete control of a machine?

**LoveMyInk** · 06-29-2011, 12:26 PM

Originally Posted by DomesticDiva

Feels good to be back in the competition again. It's nice to see some familiar faces!

Question for y'all: In your opinion, what is the best way to handle it when someone is totally hogging equipment at the gym?

There's only one cable set-up at my gym, and it never fails that when I went to use it, someone using it for their entire workout (45-1 hour). Last night, two teenagers were taking turns in there, but spending the majority of the time flexing in the mirror between sets (no joke!). They didn't seem too serious about what they were doing, so I finally went over and politely asked how many more sets they had. I don't want to hog the machine. I just want to use it. I also don't want to work on one side, while some dude works on the other. I like to do cable curls sometimes, you know?

So, what is the proper gym etiquette in this situation? Is it rude to ask someone if you can jump in (especially when it takes longer because you're setting the cable up high and they have it all the way down to the floor for rows, etc. and/or you want to use both sides of the equipment)? And how long is too long for someone to expect to have complete control of a machine?

I think if you ask to work in a majority of people will say yes, it's much better than just stealing the equipment while they are flexing

**Free Weight Friedel** · 06-29-2011, 01:16 PM

People-

This is the last time I'm going to tell you this! READ THE PICTURE RULES!!!!

If your pictures do not follow the rules I have stated, they will NOT be accepted!

PICTURE RULES

-The item you are using to show the date MUST appear in ALL MANDATORY pictures.
-NO links to your pictures. They must show up in your post.
-The front, side, and back pictures MUST be in the relaxed position.
-The 2 optional pictures can be any pose you want to use.
-If the date cannot be seen on the item you are using, you MUST take a close up picture with the date visible.
-There should be a MAXIMUM of 6 pictures in your post (including the close up of the date).

NO EXCEPTIONS wil be made!

Thanks!

**Free Weight Friedel** · 06-29-2011, 01:25 PM

Thanks to Kon_Rock for the banner!

OBF ******** Page: http://www.********.com/event.php?ei...p_235171123491

OBF BodyGroup Page: http://groups.bodybuilding.com/obf_contestants

PRIZES FOR WINNERS

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1st Place

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2nd Place

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3rd Place

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Women's Transformation

2nd Place

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Weight Loss (By Percentage)

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2nd Place

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MORE TO BE ADDED

**cactusflower** · 06-29-2011, 01:35 PM

Just curious why my journal link wasn't bolded but my name is?

**Free Weight Friedel** · 06-29-2011, 01:44 PM

Thanks to Kon_Rock for the banner!

OBF ******** Page: http://www.********.com/event.php?ei...p_235171123491

OBF BodyGroup Page: http://groups.bodybuilding.com/obf_contestants

WEEKLY CONTEST
Sponsored by Applied Nutriceuticals

The weekly contest is based on what goes on in this thread during the current week. Basically posting to help someone out, being funny, being stupid, etc. Also, I will be taking a look at the journals from time to time and may select something from them as the weekily winner.

I will announce the Weekly Winner every Saturday during the contest. There will be a total of 16 weekly winners!

RULES

-Winners MUST have fulfilled all the requirements for competing in this contest (posting start pictures).
-Winners MUST be an active poster in this thread.
-Winners MUST use the product they select and not sell it or put it in the treaders thread.
-Winners MUST post a review in the product review forum and the BB.com store, once they've used the product.
-Winners will be selected by me.

What does the Weekly Winner receive?

Their choice of ONE Applied Nutriceuticals Product!!!!

http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/app/app.htm

**Free Weight Friedel** · 06-29-2011, 01:48 PM

Originally Posted by cactusflower

Just curious why my journal link wasn't bolded but my name is?

no reason and fixed

**beefcake66** · 06-29-2011, 01:57 PM

omgggggggggg

I want to win a weekly prize cause I've been wanting to try OsteoSport for like... forever.

My joints need heeeeeeelllllllpppppppppp

Will post surgery pictures for prize!

**cactusflower** · 06-29-2011, 02:18 PM

Originally Posted by Free Weight Friedel

no reason and fixed

Now I feel special!

**drooks10** · 06-29-2011, 02:27 PM

Originally Posted by Free Weight Friedel

Thanks to Kon_Rock for the banner!

OBF ******** Page: http://www.********.com/event.php?ei...p_235171123491

OBF BodyGroup Page: http://groups.bodybuilding.com/obf_contestants

WEEKLY CONTEST
Sponsored by Applied Nutriceuticals

The weekly contest is based on what goes on in this thread during the current week. Basically posting to help someone out, being funny, being stupid, etc. Also, I will be taking a look at the journals from time to time and may select something from them as the weekily winner.

I will announce the Weekly Winner every Saturday during the contest. There will be a total of 16 weekly winners!

RULES

-Winners MUST have fulfilled all the requirements for competing in this contest (posting start pictures).
-Winners MUST be an active poster in this thread.
-Winners MUST use the product they select and not sell it or put it in the treaders thread.
-Winners MUST post a review in the product review forum and the BB.com store, once they've used the product.
-Winners will be selected by me.

What does the Weekly Winner receive?

Their choice of ONE Applied Nutriceuticals Product!!!!

http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/app/app.htm

Wahoo! Great opportunity to get free, beneficial supps!

**DomesticDiva** · 06-29-2011, 02:35 PM

Originally Posted by LoveMyInk

I think if you ask to work in a majority of people will say yes, it's much better than just stealing the equipment while they are flexing

I'd never do that. However, I have seen someone else do it. Rudeness.

**DomesticDiva** · 06-29-2011, 02:37 PM

My log:
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=135921851

**LoveMyInk** · 06-29-2011, 02:57 PM

Originally Posted by DomesticDiva

I'd never do that. However, I have seen someone else do it. Rudeness.

i've had a few guys steal benches when i walked away to get some water. didn't matter that my waterbottle and workout book were sitting right there. i usually just grab my **** and go to a different area of the gym because if i say anything i might get banned from the gym

**GreenMailer** · 06-29-2011, 04:15 PM

Originally Posted by DomesticDiva

Feels good to be back in the competition again. It's nice to see some familiar faces!

Question for y'all: In your opinion, what is the best way to handle it when someone is totally hogging equipment at the gym?

There's only one cable set-up at my gym, and it never fails that when I went to use it, someone using it for their entire workout (45-1 hour). Last night, two teenagers were taking turns in there, but spending the majority of the time flexing in the mirror between sets (no joke!). They didn't seem too serious about what they were doing, so I finally went over and politely asked how many more sets they had. I don't want to hog the machine. I just want to use it. I also don't want to work on one side, while some dude works on the other. I like to do cable curls sometimes, you know?

So, what is the proper gym etiquette in this situation? Is it rude to ask someone if you can jump in (especially when it takes longer because you're setting the cable up high and they have it all the way down to the floor for rows, etc. and/or you want to use both sides of the equipment)? And how long is too long for someone to expect to have complete control of a machine?

What type of gym are you going to and at what time? Trainers should have the presence of mind to pay attention to what they are doing. If the gym is busy and they have to go through a lengthy workout on that piece (maybe b/c of fst7, high volume, whatever) then they should get in and be done. Otherwise they should have no issue with letting you work in. Otherwise, get off the piece in a reasonble amount of reps. Who spends 45 mins in the tower anyway? And you said they were mostly flexing? Guess they dont have mirrors at home. The gym is for pushing weight....... Obviously a bunch of tools.

Consider a new gym or politely (but firmly) ask to work in.

Originally Posted by LoveMyInk

I think if you ask to work in a majority of people will say yes, it's much better than just stealing the equipment while they are flexing

Work'n in sounds fine - there is only one tower. I agree.

Originally Posted by DomesticDiva

I'd never do that. However, I have seen someone else do it. Rudeness.

Never say Never!

**NesQuickChick** · 06-29-2011, 05:47 PM

Originally Posted by cactusflower

Check your PM....

Checked and replied, thanks!

Originally Posted by BDancer

Yes, I did like your sparkling fruit. Funny thing is when I read this post I read it as Spanking fruit so I had to go back to check it out because, I did not remember that the fruit was spanking each other LOL

LOL

I realy have to read slower.

OMGawsh, LOL. I like the way ya think.

Originally Posted by BDancer

Bye Bye to you too NesQuick Good luck at the sleep over

Hay! that's a pink ant. Did cactusflower have anything to do with it?

THANKS! I did blonde highlights in my daughters hair- gurls night for us. Watched a movie called ROOMATE- which I liked. Freaky. We had a storm too and I spotted a leak inher kitchen ceiling...

guy was there today to repair that. Last week when I stayed the night there a branch fell thru her livingroom roof, lol.

Pink Ant/Cactus? LOL, nope. It wasnt her idea. I just thought it was cute and said what I was looking for! Why whats the deal with pink ants and cactus?

Originally Posted by anti-bonk

Now that's commitment. Going away and still getting the workout in.

**NesQuickChick** · 06-29-2011, 05:49 PM

BTW I will be back to comment on some other posts I saw and to rep some more LADIES for posting their photos up!

**tiffdelano** · 06-29-2011, 06:49 PM

I am so EXCITED!!!! This is so GREAT!!! Looking forward to working hard!!

**KombatKy1e** · 06-29-2011, 07:04 PM

Ate *@$# in my exercise today... Too heavy.

**FirefighterNerd** · 06-29-2011, 07:16 PM

Oh snap... I'm in on the weekly shenanigans, haha.

I've been misc'ing and spending time in Nutrition and Fatloss and been neglecting this stuff, my bad, haha

**tjwoody** · 06-29-2011, 07:30 PM

i like osteosport......still got 3 bottles out of the 8

go go weekly winners!

**ShayZ** · 06-29-2011, 07:38 PM

damn i wish i could compete....

**NesQuickChick** · 06-29-2011, 08:10 PM

Originally Posted by jquintinjr

thanks honey

Huh? LOL

Originally Posted by beefcake66

Officially changing name to beeffruitycake

LOL what about fruitybeefcake?

Originally Posted by anti-bonk

When I am trying to be strict with my diet I will use those "cave ins" as my cheat meal. I don't know if it is true that you need cheats to spike your metabolism but that is what I tell myself.

I too use the cave in's as cheat meals. Thankfully I only have a cave in about once a month. As for metabolism spikes, I will say- with my uneducated opinion- that metabolism is to be continually fed, so if a spike is needed to to boost the metabolism, then it was neglected to be maintained in the first place triggering a metobolic deficiency..

Originally Posted by TheUnderdog

my best progress was when I eliminated cheat meals.....just sayin

During your elimination, you never gave in to "cave in's"? I just wanted to clarify on this because, I think what was being said was that those of us that do not have planned cheat meals, go ahead and feed up when a "cave in" occurs.

Originally Posted by blsmith

Good morning everyone! Hope everyone has a great day whether it be at the gym, or on your diet... Let's get it done today!

Thank you B!and reciprical.

Originally Posted by digitalangel3

My main diet problem is my mind.

If I tell myself I am going on a strict diet and cutting everything bad out, I go insane. So if allow myself a treat everyday it helps keep me in check. However I restrict myself to portions. 1 cookie(very hard to do so maybe 2) a mouthful of whatever, or a teeny tiny square.

Which is the reason I am not losing as fast. Hubby reminds me that I had a whole lifetime of bad habits so try to change now. I started in March and my eating habits are getting better.

Tough spot to be in, but a habit that can be controlled or even demolished. Good luck!

Originally Posted by BDancer

Just incase you guys missed reading this article comparing HIIT to continuous steady state cardio.

.
It tells why HIIT Works so much better at dropping body fat.
It tells how HIIT increases your resting metabolism after your work out.
And that It will help you maintain your muscle and can actually help you build muscle mass.

So if you haven’t read it here it is.

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/ulti...g-program.html

Thank you for sharing!!!

Originally Posted by DomesticDiva

Feels good to be back in the competition again. It's nice to see some familiar faces!

Welcome back!

Originally Posted by beefcake66

omgggggggggg

I want to win a weekly prize cause I've been wanting to try OsteoSport for like... forever.

My joints need heeeeeeelllllllpppppppppp

Will post surgery pictures for prize!

Did ya ever get started on the NutraJoint by Knoxx Gelatin? LOL, I suggested this to ya like 2 yrs ago . . . ?

**anti-bonk** · 06-29-2011, 08:40 PM

Originally Posted by AprilShowers13

What happening friday night? Cookouts?

Every once in awhile my buddies and I go to a BBQ place on a Friday night. Man that is good stuff.

Originally Posted by HappySnowBunny

psst....you do know friday night happens every week, right?

Well I guess I will be looking forward to the next 16 Fridays then.

Originally Posted by TheUnderdog

my best progress was when I eliminated cheat meals.....just sayin

Well maybe I am actually being evil and trying to make everyone think I am cheating to lull them into complacency when in actuality I am shreddin it up. Hmmm?

**Ceejay84** · 06-29-2011, 08:51 PM

Pics are posted

yay.. Yeah they LOOK BAD, compared to my previous after pics on my bodyspace.. but hey.. I had a hiatus.. and this competion is EXACTLY what i need to get my ass back on track..

**Free Weight Friedel** · 06-29-2011, 09:04 PM

People-

This is the last time I'm going to tell you this! READ THE PICTURE RULES!!!!

If your pictures do not follow the rules I have stated, they will NOT be accepted!

PICTURE RULES

-The item you are using to show the date MUST appear in ALL MANDATORY pictures.
-NO links to your pictures. They must show up in your post.
-The front, side, and back pictures MUST be in the relaxed position.
-The 2 optional pictures can be any pose you want to use.
-If the date cannot be seen on the item you are using, you MUST take a close up picture with the date visible.
-There should be a MAXIMUM of 6 pictures in your post (including the close up of the date).

NO EXCEPTIONS wil be made!

Thanks!

**CDub73** · 06-29-2011, 09:14 PM

The week is half way over. Finish strong people!

**NesQuickChick** · 06-29-2011, 09:50 PM

Originally Posted by anti-bonk

Every once in awhile my buddies and I go to a BBQ place on a Friday night. Man that is good stuff.

Well I guess I will be looking forward to the next 16 Fridays then.

Well maybe I am actually being evil and trying to make everyone think I am cheating to lull them into complacency when in actuality I am shreddin it up. Hmmm?

LOL, Im no fool, fool!

Originally Posted by CDub73

The week is half way over. Finish strong people!

Thanks and same to you, man!

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