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Double Trouble Training Log - CT's prep for twin boys!

SilentBob187 said:
Chuck,

You've definitely changed a lot since you were that teenager. You've spent the last year+ making it a goal to better yourself, body and soul. You said that you during the past year you and your father started acting like father and son, I'm sure that meant the world to him. Within a family, things are known without ever being said. My parents and I never really say I love you, however I know they do and they know that I love them. I'm sure that your father loved you and was proud of the man that you've become. Your feelings here are an added punctuation of why he would be proud of you. You're going to be a great father and I would venture to say that through it all your father would say that you were a great son.
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Agreed, and you will make your father proud by being an awesome dad to the twins! It will be a testament to the things you have learned from your dad as well as the self made man you are by your own choices!!

Love ya, bro!
 
crader said:
***Hugs***

When our parents get in the way and talk bad about each other in a divorce, it really screws up the kids. Thats one thing I try not to do to mine.

I think we all have some regrets in the way we treat our parents. But I'm sure he knew how much you loved him and in the end you do your best.

Nothing much I can say will help you, but I think you were a victim of circumstance and not a bad son. I'm sure your dad knows this and he probably had some regrets also.
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Thanks C...I knew you'd be one of the people to comment back. I don't normally just go throwing stuff like that online but I needed some kind of "release" ya know? It used to be playing tennis but even that now I just kind of dull my mind down to hit the ball, run, hit the ball.....there's no "release" in it.

SilentBob187 said:
Chuck,

You've definitely changed a lot since you were that teenager. You've spent the last year+ making it a goal to better yourself, body and soul. You said that you during the past year you and your father started acting like father and son, I'm sure that meant the world to him. Within a family, things are known without ever being said. My parents and I never really say I love you, however I know they do and they know that I love them. I'm sure that your father loved you and was proud of the man that you've become. Your feelings here are an added punctuation of why he would be proud of you. You're going to be a great father and I would venture to say that through it all your father would say that you were a great son.
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Thanks Steve....it was real nice to hear that, and i'm happy that i've made that impression on you for you to say as much as you have. It really meant a lot reading that.
 
I understand on the need for an outlet to type your thoughts etc.. And after all we are among friends here, and what are good friends if not those who pick you up when you feel down. Or just listen when you need to talk!
 
4/29/09
Day 33​

Summary
Sorry this is a late update....last night was just crazy and I didn't really have the desire to jump on the computer. I ended up doing a lot of errand running yesterday but it was good because it kept me busy and kept my mind running. Last night we had USTA practice but I actually got there early so I was on court for much longer than most of the guys. I ended up hitting some practice with a guy from the team that is one level above us and THEN started practice. It was good....today I plan to go do some running or lifting and if I have time, hit some practice serves out at the courts.

I was teamed with a guy last night who I simply have NO court chemistry with. He is the kind of person that likes to try and dictate your game...and I CANT STAND when people tell me what to do on the court. He missed like 5 shots and when I missed 1....he had the nerve to criticize my shot. Either way, we dropped the first 2 sets 4-6,0-6. I then switched to hit with this guy Bob who I normally play very well with. We won the only set we played together 6-4. This sunday is our first match....and I hope Bob and I play together. If not, there is a guy from the Ukraine named Miroslav that I hit well with also that I hope I team with. We shall see I guess.

The Session
Unilateral Leg Work
Rx 1 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Rx 2 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Rx 3 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Tennis Warmups
60 minutes
Tennis Matchplay
120 minutes

Nutrition
Could have been tighter...but very good overall. I had a delicious shake in the afternoon that had skim milk, choc all the whey, strawberries, a half banana, natty almond butter, and ice. It was rad.

What Tomorrow Holds
Like I said earlier....im hoping for weights or running and MAYBE some tennis.

He's so PICky
This is a real old pic...but seriously, if you dont wanna get chinese at this place...you're just dumb.
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Viddy Viddy Bo Biddy
The lead singer from this band is a real nice guy and they are a solid band.
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This guy took a song by Mae and made a video with video game graphics that make perfect sense. Its awesome.
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BONUS
Another created video for a Mae song....but this is my favorite Mae song. You have to watch this video and listen to the words. Really.
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJMXKYBpgKQ"]YouTube - mae - we're so far away animation[/ame]
 
CTDeuce said:
4/29/09
Day 33​

Summary
Sorry this is a late update....last night was just crazy and I didn't really have the desire to jump on the computer. I ended up doing a lot of errand running yesterday but it was good because it kept me busy and kept my mind running. Last night we had USTA practice but I actually got there early so I was on court for much longer than most of the guys. I ended up hitting some practice with a guy from the team that is one level above us and THEN started practice. It was good....today I plan to go do some running or lifting and if I have time, hit some practice serves out at the courts.

I was teamed with a guy last night who I simply have NO court chemistry with. He is the kind of person that likes to try and dictate your game...and I CANT STAND when people tell me what to do on the court. He missed like 5 shots and when I missed 1....he had the nerve to criticize my shot. Either way, we dropped the first 2 sets 4-6,0-6. I then switched to hit with this guy Bob who I normally play very well with. We won the only set we played together 6-4. This sunday is our first match....and I hope Bob and I play together. If not, there is a guy from the Ukraine named Miroslav that I hit well with also that I hope I team with. We shall see I guess.

The Session
Unilateral Leg Work
Rx 1 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Rx 2 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Rx 3 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Tennis Warmups
60 minutes
Tennis Matchplay
120 minutes

Nutrition
Could have been tighter...but very good overall. I had a delicious shake in the afternoon that had skim milk, choc all the whey, strawberries, a half banana, natty almond butter, and ice. It was rad.

What Tomorrow Holds
Like I said earlier....im hoping for weights or running and MAYBE some tennis.

He's so PICky
This is a real old pic...but seriously, if you dont wanna get chinese at this place...you're just dumb.
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Viddy Viddy Bo Biddy
The lead singer from this band is a real nice guy and they are a solid band.
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This guy took a song by Mae and made a video with video game graphics that make perfect sense. Its awesome.
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BONUS
Another created video for a Mae song....but this is my favorite Mae song. You have to watch this video and listen to the words. Really.
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As per usual...I am dropping by for some moral support Chuck! Keep ya head up bud. Also, I second what Christine said...you'll be a great father to the twins.

Cheers Papa Deuce!:cheers:
 
I appreciate the vote of confidence good sir, thank you. I am glad also to read that your issues within your family are starting to subside and your internet may potentially stop being a jerk now. You deserve a nice patch of calm after all i've read..
 
CTDeuce said:
I appreciate the vote of confidence good sir, thank you. I am glad also to read that your issues within your family are starting to subside and your internet may potentially stop being a jerk now. You deserve a nice patch of calm after all i've read..
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Indeed. Thanks bud. Things really have not been the best for me no, but I stay positive and optimistic because I am a survivor and I do not give in or back down.

The family issues are still going to pop every now and then because it involves my brother and my nephews. My brother has finally learned his lesson and is kicking is pathetic excuse of an ex-wife to the curb. I would not say something so negative if there was not many good reasons behind it either. Now it is just all about helping my brother get his sh*t straight and helping take care of my nephews. My nephews are like my own kids to me...especially my oldest nephew because he is my godson and in many ways...reminds me of myself when I was a kid.

Cheers and thanks Papa Deuce!:cheers:
 
How's everything going in here? I've been a little inconsistent with my logging in lately due to other concerns but I'm trying to get back in here on a regular basis.
 
SamBoz19 said:
Indeed. Thanks bud. Things really have not been the best for me no, but I stay positive and optimistic because I am a survivor and I do not give in or back down.

The family issues are still going to pop every now and then because it involves my brother and my nephews. My brother has finally learned his lesson and is kicking is pathetic excuse of an ex-wife to the curb. I would not say something so negative if there was not many good reasons behind it either. Now it is just all about helping my brother get his sh*t straight and helping take care of my nephews. My nephews are like my own kids to me...especially my oldest nephew because he is my godson and in many ways...reminds me of myself when I was a kid.

Cheers and thanks Papa Deuce!:cheers:
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your optimism and dedication to your training and your family clearly make you who you are. Simply put, a great dude.

Big Poppa S said:
How's everything going in here? I've been a little inconsistent with my logging in lately due to other concerns but I'm trying to get back in here on a regular basis.
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Good to see ya Steve! Pop in whenever you can....I'm always around ;)
 
4/30/09
Day 34​

Summary
Today was another day of a lot of running around. I had some laundry I absolutely needed done so I handled that, did some grocery shopping so we had some stuff to eat here, paid a ton of bills, cooked dinner, cleaned up a bit, and then did a KB workout while watching Hell's Kitchen, haha. Andrea finally got knocked out....I hate her.

Also....used a single 24kg kettlebell tonight. Last workout was double 16kg KB's.

The Session
Unilateral Leg Work
Rx 1 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Rx 2 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Rx 3 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
24kg Kettlebell Swings
4 sets x 6 reps
24kg Kettlbell Squats
4 sets x 6 reps
24kg Kettlebell Power Cleans to Overhead Press (Long Cycle)
4 sets x 6 reps - right arm
4 sets x 6 reps - left arm

Nutrition
The little lady was a little upset about something so we took her to a local "drive-in" for ice cream. That was my slip for the day.

What Tomorrow Holds
USTA practice tomorrow night. Maybe some running or jumprope in the AM.

He's so PICky
This package of chicken was $1.50 on sale today. If you know your way around a kitchen well enough, you can use your knife and make that chicken look like the one in the next picture. For $3.00 you have enough chicken to feed a family :). I chose to grill.
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$3.00 worth of awesome after 20 mins worth of prep
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Viddy Viddy Bo Biddy
Bert always pukes on stage....thats good enough to make the log ;)
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I dig on the JEW
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I've gotta learn how to cook.
 
Irish Cannon said:
Haha...the chicken...I always see those suckers but have never bought them.
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Its super cheap, and a great way to get some decent food in ya. I don't care all that much for the legs so my girlfriend and the little one eat those, and I eat the thigh meat...but even with just some seasoning and no sauces at all....that chicken grilled is awesome.

SilentBob187 said:
I've gotta learn how to cook.
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Its not that hard...trust me, haha
 
I just got an email from our team captain and it looks like my first bye of the season is this coming Sunday.

Each player (because there is a lot of us) has to miss 2 matches so that everyone can play 4. I guess its my turn already...which sucks because i've been hitting a lot lately to get ready for this match. Next match isn't until 5/17 @ home.
 
I used a "rub" that we had purchased a while ago on some skinless, boneless chicken breasts the other day. That chicken was the best tasting stuff I've had in a really long time. I've kind of been avoiding chicken breast lately as I was so tired of eating them, but if they all tasted like that I think I would change my mind. Unfortunately, since we don't have a balcony or barbecue I had to bake the breast in the oven, but even with that they turned out awesome.
 
Big Poppa S said:
I used a "rub" that we had purchased a while ago on some skinless, boneless chicken breasts the other day. That chicken was the best tasting stuff I've had in a really long time. I've kind of been avoiding chicken breast lately as I was so tired of eating them, but if they all tasted like that I think I would change my mind. Unfortunately, since we don't have a balcony or barbecue I had to bake the breast in the oven, but even with that they turned out awesome.
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Sounds awesome!! I used to make my own rub's when I worked as a cook...but it gets too expensive to buy all the ingredients to do it from home. a lot of companies make good ones...but a lot of them are awful for you also, haha.

Oven baked chicken can be delicious also...I just prefer open pit because i'm silly like that :)
 
Sorry for no update yesterday everyone...it was rather uneventful. I will update tonight though.

My best friend's baby shower is at 2pm today so I will probably have a small cheat meal and a beer or three :)
 
CTDeuce said:
Sorry for no update yesterday everyone...it was rather uneventful. I will update tonight though.

My best friend's baby shower is at 2pm today so I will probably have a small cheat meal and a beer or three :)
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Hey CT, I was just up your way last week for a party ! I forgot to tell ya :D
 
CTDeuce said:
I was down your way 2 days ago to shop on MacArthur for the baby shower i'm going to today ;)
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Aw man, we coulda met at Gold's Gym right near the Whitehall Mall or at Fitness Line off of 145 ! haha
 
AK32408 said:
Aw man, we coulda met at Gold's Gym right near the Whitehall Mall or at Fitness Line off of 145 ! haha
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hahahah we could have....and my very very very pregnant girlfriend could have kicked both of our asses since we would have interrupted our other plans by doing that....which was go to Old Country Buffet at the Whitehall Mall ;)
 
CTDeuce said:
hahahah we could have....and my very very very pregnant girlfriend could have kicked both of our asses since we would have interrupted our other plans by doing that....which was go to Old Country Buffet at the Whitehall Mall ;)
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I did some damage there a few weeks ago :lol:

What time of day were you there on Thursday ?? If it was around 11:30 to 12:30 I was at the Lehigh Valley Mall visiting/flirting :cool: lol with my old manager at A&F.. I coulda stopped over and said hello :wave2:

Next time you're down here hit me up !
 
AK32408 said:
I did some damage there a few weeks ago :lol:

What time of day were you there on Thursday ?? If it was around 11:30 to 12:30 I was at the Lehigh Valley Mall visiting/flirting :cool: lol with my old manager at A&F.. I coulda stopped over and said hello :wave2:

Next time you're down here hit me up !
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It might have been just later than that...probably about 2pm or so. I will definitely let you know though. I am gonna be doing a demo for MST at the Vitamin Shoppe on MacArthur within the next few months...so you can definitely stop down and check out that biz!
 
CTDeuce said:
It might have been just later than that...probably about 2pm or so. I will definitely let you know though. I am gonna be doing a demo for MST at the Vitamin Shoppe on MacArthur within the next few months...so you can definitely stop down and check out that biz!
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Dude that's awesome !

I know the manager there, Justin, he's a great guy. Def. let me know when you'll be there and I'll stop by for a visit with some spending money ! :D
 
Wish you could do some demos at some supplement shops down here CT, I would def go check it out!
 
jdg487 said:
Wish you could do some demos at some supplement shops down here CT, I would def go check it out!
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You could hit up the local Vitamin Shoppe and ask if they have any company's coming in for demo's. I know not too long ago, ours had a USP Lab's rep come for a demo.. but I was unable to make it :(
 
I have yet to see any demos at the Vitamin shoppe around Houston ever. But there is another chain called Nutrition Depot that has a lot of demos, but I always seem to miss them by like a day lol.

Maybe IBE can send some down hint hint lol
 
jdg487 said:
I have yet to see any demos at the Vitamin shoppe around Houston ever. But there is another chain called Nutrition Depot that has a lot of demos, but I always seem to miss them by like a day lol.

Maybe IBE can send some down hint hint lol
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That would be pretty awesome, I'd love to do some demo's !

I'm not sure what stores carry IBE products though, I haven't seen any around here that do... I may have to go have a talk with Justin at the Vitamin Shoppe around here about that ;)
 
I have seen Epistane at some of the Nutrition Depots around town, and I think they used to have X Lean and X Force too awhile back...
 
jdg487 said:
I have seen Epistane at some of the Nutrition Depots around town, and I think they used to have X Lean and X Force too awhile back...
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I love looking at the prices of designer steroids at local shops. The markups are insane. I remember way back when Ergomax was sold by ALRI...I think I payed maybe 25 or 30 on Nutraplanet for it; it was at a Max Muscle around here for $90. :lol: - Superdrol was the same...It's just ridiculous.
 
5/2/09
Day 36​

Summary
I didnt manage to get a session in today other than some house and yard work. We are currently being attacked my land and by air in our home here. It seems as though there is either a rat or a flying squirrel in our ceiling in which there is now a trap the size of Arkansas waiting for it....and we have a rabid skunk under our house. It was out yesterday around noon and then I watched it climb under. There was a trap set for that as well but a stupid cat went in it to eat the bait....so we definitely need to set another. Needless to say....it's been one thing after another in this place lately.

Tomorrow morning depending on the weather I am either working out, playing tennis, or both. Guess we will see what its like in the morning :)

The Session
Unilateral Leg Work
Rx 1 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Rx 2 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Rx 3 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*

Nutrition
Today was my best friend's baby shower so I ended up cheating a bit. Not nearly as bad as expected, but a little. I avoided beer 100% and I only had one plate of food....but it was a serious plate. Baked Ziti, Chicken Parm, Eggplant Rollatini, and some Meatballs. That should hold me over on the cheat category for quite some time...haha. My buddy's 21st birthday is the 7th, so thats my next planned one. More than likely havin a brew or 2 for him.

What Tomorrow Holds
tennis/kb's/whatev

He's so PICky
Here is my odd's on favorite for next cheat meal ;). Maybe i'll add a potato or something :)
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Viddy Viddy Bo Biddy
Sorry kids....i'm just not feelin a vid tonight.
 
no official update...just wanted to get in here and say that I played about an hour's worth of tennis today and only about half of it was dry. It started to rain and the guy I was hitting with didn't care and neither did I...so we played through it. Probably an awful idea for all my gear....but it was fun, and a nice workout :)
 
CTDeuce said:
no official update...just wanted to get in here and say that I played about an hour's worth of tennis today and only about half of it was dry. It started to rain and the guy I was hitting with didn't care and neither did I...so we played through it. Probably an awful idea for all my gear....but it was fun, and a nice workout :)
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No worries on the official update bud. I can't make an official update in my log either...been too busy with a myriad of things. However, my next actual update will be a review of the ONE more or less.

Cheers!:cheers:
 
Where can one obtain Smithwick's at in North Eastern PA ??
 
Irish Cannon said:
Never had Smithwick's before.
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BabyHulk said:
Ive never seen it in these parts...
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If you guys can get your hands on some....seriously drink it. It's made by the same people that make Guiness. Its not even close to as dark or "full bodied"...but its freakin delicious.

AK32408 said:
Where can one obtain Smithwick's at in North Eastern PA ??
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Irish Cannon said:
Chuck's got friends in low places.
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Aside from the fact that I do have some friends in mighty underlying parts of the world....it's fairly popular by us AK. Maybe if I catch up with ya tomorrow in Atown I will have to find us a place to grab one ;)...it is Cinco De Drinko after all :006:
 
5/4/09
Day 38​

Summary
I got a major amount of stuff accomplished today. Started out by hitting up the post office and handling all of my parcel needs, then I tossed some laundry in to be done, then I hit up the grocery store to get the finishing touches for tonight's supper, then I went back and tossed my laundry in the dryer and started another load, then had a kicka$$ KettleBell workout, then I came home and began to cook the supper of supreme joy (Corned Beef + Cabbage), then made some calls for MST, then ate supper, then tossed the other load into the dryer, and did a TON of internet crap. It was a busy day...but I enjoyed that.

The Session
16kg Kettlebell Swing
4 sets x 12 reps
Double 16kg Kettlebell Long Cycle
4 sets x 6 reps
Double 16kg Kettlebell Squat
2 sets x 6 reps
Double 16kg Kettlebell Reverse Lunge
2 sets x 6 reps - left leg
2 sets x 6 reps - right leg
Incline Pushups
4 sets x 6 reps
Unilateral Leg Work
Rx 1 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Rx 2 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*
Rx 3 - 60 seconds *ea. leg*

Nutrition
I am not considering the Corned Beef tonight a cheat because I made it as clean as possible, and I ate super clean all day long around it. I also had a small plate, and I didn't hit up 2nd's like I normally do with a meal of the Irish touch.

What Tomorrow Holds
Hopefully getting my stick's strung up so definitely no tennis....maybe some bodyweight stuff.

He's so PICky
He better not be talking of me...
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Viddy Viddy Bo Biddy
tiocfaidh 'ar la' !!! :beerchug:
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Is she from this old band ??

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Ya. She's the lead singer. They're actually a great band, but all of their popular songs are super homo-poppy.

Always go for the tin-whistler in an Irish band. ;)

 
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