Okay, the title says it all. The last time I touched weights was about 7 months ago. And, even before then, I've been 1-2 months in, 4-6 months out, repeat, since Halloween 2005 (I remember specifically because of an event).
The past few years I've been trying to figure out why I can't bring myself to get back in the gym and stay there. And, simply put, its because I didn't appreciate the progress I was making. I was never satisfied, and that's a very destructive outlook IMHO. So, here I am. I'm at a very busy time in my life, but I'm starting back up anyway because I think its finally that time for me. I don't think I'll be trying to make any all time personal records anytime soon, but I don't care. I just want take care of myself, and receive the mental and physical health benefits associated with the training.
Some all time bests for reference:
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* Bench: Estimate of 400-420 (was capable of getting 350+ for reps at the time, but never maxed b/c I was afraid of my wrists giving on me).
* Squat: Estimate of about 450 (was repping 370+, but I never maxed b/c I'm a wuss and I really didn't keep up on my squats like I should).
* Deadlift: 500lbs (I stopped doing these after about 3 months. One day of heavy deads would fatigue me for a week).
* Curls: 135lbs for reps on EZ barbell.
My current strength is very pathetic in comparison :toofunny:
Currents stats
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Height: 5'10"
Weight: 210 last I checked.
BF%: I'd guess its around 20+.
Arms (flexed): 16 1/8"
Chest: 48"
Shoulders: 55"
Quads: 26"
Calves: 16 1/4"
Waist: 37.5" (approx)
Current diet
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Nothing too special. I'm just trying to eat half way decent, and get in sufficient cals for "me". Right now on my workout days I'll be getting around 3200 and non workout days around 2800.
Yesterday's breakdown
P 273g
C 351g
F 80g
Mostly dairy, eggs, turkey, protein powders, grapefruit, bananas, and some other boloney.
Training Method
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Chest/Shoulders/Tris
Back/Bis/(forearms)
OFF
Quads/Hams/Calves
Chest/Shoulder/Tris
OFF
Back/Bis/Forearms
Quad/Hams/Calves
OFF
REPEAT
Take an extra couple of days off when I need it.
The past few years I've been trying to figure out why I can't bring myself to get back in the gym and stay there. And, simply put, its because I didn't appreciate the progress I was making. I was never satisfied, and that's a very destructive outlook IMHO. So, here I am. I'm at a very busy time in my life, but I'm starting back up anyway because I think its finally that time for me. I don't think I'll be trying to make any all time personal records anytime soon, but I don't care. I just want take care of myself, and receive the mental and physical health benefits associated with the training.
Some all time bests for reference:
----------------------------------------
* Bench: Estimate of 400-420 (was capable of getting 350+ for reps at the time, but never maxed b/c I was afraid of my wrists giving on me).
* Squat: Estimate of about 450 (was repping 370+, but I never maxed b/c I'm a wuss and I really didn't keep up on my squats like I should).
* Deadlift: 500lbs (I stopped doing these after about 3 months. One day of heavy deads would fatigue me for a week).
* Curls: 135lbs for reps on EZ barbell.
My current strength is very pathetic in comparison :toofunny:
Currents stats
------------------
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 210 last I checked.
BF%: I'd guess its around 20+.
Arms (flexed): 16 1/8"
Chest: 48"
Shoulders: 55"
Quads: 26"
Calves: 16 1/4"
Waist: 37.5" (approx)
Current diet
--------------
Nothing too special. I'm just trying to eat half way decent, and get in sufficient cals for "me". Right now on my workout days I'll be getting around 3200 and non workout days around 2800.
Yesterday's breakdown
P 273g
C 351g
F 80g
Mostly dairy, eggs, turkey, protein powders, grapefruit, bananas, and some other boloney.
Training Method
-------------------
Chest/Shoulders/Tris
Back/Bis/(forearms)
OFF
Quads/Hams/Calves
Chest/Shoulder/Tris
OFF
Back/Bis/Forearms
Quad/Hams/Calves
OFF
REPEAT
Take an extra couple of days off when I need it.
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