Hidngod's Transformation - Buddha to Atlas

[Hidngod]

OK, here's my situation/stats:
245 lbs @ 5'9ish. Last summer, at around the same stats, I was 18 - 19%. I feel I've lost a percentage point or so since then. For some reason I lost 5 lbs after the new year, then gained 10. I'm not getting weaker as I expected, so I'm gonna scale back my cals by a few hundred. I was at approx 2700, with average 45P, 25C, 30F.
I'm on Glyburide & Metformin as needed for diabetes.
Crestor & Ezetrol for Cholesterol.
I take Vits C, B, D. Cal Mag, Glucosamine/Chondroitin, CoQ10, 2 - 3g Omega3s.
I train with weights 2-3 times per week depending on work & family commitments. I do cardio not nearly enough, but that'll change now that I got my new :treadmill:.

I'm gonna post up all my workouts from 28.1. 08, which is the start of my current "week". I lift in cycles of 3 main workouts, and occasionally throw in extra workouts if time is short, or if I'm nursing an ailment.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: My Method :weightlifter:

:deadlift: Week 8, Workout 1 :deadlift:


28.1.08, 17:00 – 18:

Pretty good mood today. Work went well. I was a little short on time, so I cut out my last 2 exercises..

Squats: 1 RM - 400, 5 RM – 350
5X85, 5X165, 5X250, 5X345, 5X350 , 3X355, 10X225.
Awesome! New 5 RM. I can’t go any higherwithout getting safety bars. If I fail, I’m pfukt. :puke: :booya:
A man cannot be comfortable without his own approval. – Mark Twain

Bench Press: 1 RM - 290, 5 RM – 260
5X60, 5X125, 5X190, 5X245, 5X250, 4X255, 11X185.
Getting close to 5RM.
Always do right. This will gratify some people and astonish the rest. – Mark Twain

DB Rows: 1 RM - 85, 5 RM – 75
5X20, 5X40, 5X60, 5X75, 5X75, 5X75, 10X60.
Back in da groove. New 5RM next week. :elephant:
Habit is habit and not to be flung out of the window by any man, but coaxed downstairs a step at a time. – Mark Twain

Front Squats: 1 RM - 245, 5 RM – 215
0X45, 0X195, 0X240, 0X365, 0X485.
This seemed easy tonight. :elephant:


Incline D.B. Press: 1 RM - 90, 5 RM – 80
0X20, 0X40, 0X60, 0X80, 0X180, 0X180, 0X60.
This was easy, too. :eek:
:booya:

Synopsis
Abbreviated due to time constraints, but I was happy with what I got done. I have to build my squat rack, ‘cause this could get dangerous without safety bars.

4.5 litres of water today. :toilet:

[Hidngod]

:madfawk:Yesterday's cardio, 29(or 30).1.08 :madfawk:

Crosstrainer: 11:30 minutes
6.8 ish mph, Resistance 7
110 Cals, Max HR 131(75%), Avg HR 121(69%)

Treadmill: 35 mins, 2.5 mph – 8.0 mph., Incline 2.0
Incline 2.0, speed 5.7 for first 16:18 mins, with a 1½ min walk rest in the middle Finished the 1½ mile in 16:18 and fairy difficult. My record, this go round is 15:42. Honestly, I think if I could’ve gutted it out, I’d have beat that. Finished the half hr with intervals to 8.0 mph.
455 Cals, Max HR 172(98%), Avg HR 146(83%) :booya:

1½ mile time progression: first target is 15 minutes.
16.4.07, 21:35
18.4.07, 20:40
23.4.07, 18:35
27.4.07, 18:20
30.4.07, 17:10
4.5.07, 17:01
9.5.07, 16:25
14.5.07, 18:55
25.5.07, 19.10
28.5.07, 18:50
31.5.07, 18:10
5.6.07, 18:06
7.6.07, 17:50
10.7.07, 17:45
31.7.07, 17:32
4.8.07, 15:42
6.11.07, 17:17
10.11.07, 17:05
28.11.07, 16:30
20.1.08, 16:40
29.1.08, 16:18 - TODAY
:wallbash:
Total cals for today's workout 565

Synopsis
I am happy with this. It’s my second fastest time.:tread:
:toilet: Water, 5.5 litres. :toilet:

[Hidngod]

:madfawk: Today's cardio, 1.02.08 :madfawk:

Crosstrainer: 11 mins, 6½ - 7 mph. Resistance 7
Cals 105,
Avg HR 120(69%), Max HR 129 (74%)

Treadmill: 35 mins, 2.5 mph – 8.5 mph., Incline 2.0 deg. – 6.0 deg
Intervals, for the most part. Started at 5.0 mph & worked up to 8.5 mph. 1minute run, walk ‘til hr hits 130. I took a break for a few minutes in the middle and just walked. Cals 410, Avg HR 134(77%), Max HR 167(95%) :booya:

Pullups from sling at work. 1X4¾. Almost got 5, which would be a PR.

Synopsis
Felt pretty good. I wanted to mix things up a bit. :tread:

:toilet: Water, 3.5 litres. Down a bit. :toilet:

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: My Method :weightlifter:

:bowrofl: Week 8 Workout 2 (part 1) :bowrofl:

4.2.08, 17:40 – 18:05
Back & Shoulders :booya:

Dead Lifts: 1 RM - 465, 5 RM – 405 :deadlift:
5X85, 5X170, 5X255,
5X335X3
6X245.
Man , this is harder than I thought, keeping my form controlled.
If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you. This is the principal difference between a dog and a man. – Mark Twain.

Straight Arm Press: 1 RM - 100, 5 RM – 90 :weightlifter:
5X45
5X60
5X75
5X90,
12X60.
PR for weight (ya, pathetic) & new 5rm. :booya:
Let us so live that when we come to die even the undertaker will be sorry. – Mark Twain.

A last word.
I thoroughly disapprove of duels. If a man should challenge me, I would take him kindly and forgivingly by the hand and lead him to a quiet place and kill him. – Mark Twain. :booya:

Synopsis
Short on time tonight. I managed to get an abreviated w.o. in, but the timing was all off, food, etc. It will be continued tomorrow night :woot: :booya:


Water: 4.5 litres. :toilet

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: My Method :weightlifter:

:bowrofl: Week 8 Workout 2 (part 2) :bowrofl:

5.2.08, 17:15 – 18:35
Back & Shoulders :booya:

Sooper set OHP & Pull Downs.
OHP: 1 RM - 170, 5 RM – 150 :weightlifter:
5X35
5X70
5X105
5X150, 5X150, 5X150
12X105.
PR for weight & new 5rm. :booya:
A casual stroll through the lunatic asylum shows that faith does not prove anything. – Friedrich Nietzshe.

Pull Downs: 1 RM - 210, 5 RM – 185 :weightlifter:
5X45
5X90
5X135
5X180
5X185, 4X190
11X130.
Tied 5RM, set new 5 RM & PR for weight.
It is hard enough to remember my opinions, without also remembering my reasons for them!. – Friedrich Nietzshe.

Sooper set SLDL & Shrugs.
S.L.D.L.: 1 RM - 280, 5 RM – 245 :weightlifter:
5X65
5X120
5X175
5X235, 5X240, 5X245
9X175 grip failing on this one
New 5RM & PR for weight.
Man is the cruelest animal. – Friedrich Nietzshe.

D.B. Shrugs: 1 RM - 125, 15 RM – 80 :weightlifter:
15X20
15X40
15X60
15X80, 15X80, 13X80 Grip was failing
No back off set. Ran out of time.
I should be stronger here. Gotta start doing bb shrugs.
There is always some madness in love. But there is also always some reason in madness.. – Friedrich Nietzshe


Synopsis
This went OK. Umm, 4 PR & new 5RMs. :woot: :booya:

Water: 5.5 litres. :toilet: :toilet: :toilet: :toilet:

[Hidngod]

:madfawk: Today's cardio, 6.2.08 :madfawk:

Crosstrainer: 55 mins, 6½ - 7.5 mph. Resistance random
Cals 641,
Avg HR 133(76%), Max HR 150(86%)

Snow Shovelling: 40 mins, I wasn't wearing my HR moniter, but I prolly birned another 200 - 300 cals

Treadmill: 0 mins, 0.0 mph – 0.0 mph., Incline 0.0 deg. – 0.0 deg
No tread today. Wanted to give my knees a bit of a break in anticipation of a 1½ mile time trial tomorrow Cals 0, Avg HR 0(0%), Max HR 0(0%) :booya:

Pullups from sling at work. 1X3¾, 1X2. I was definitely feeling yesterday’s Pulldown/chin up PR-age

Synopsis
Felt good. Nice change of pace. I wanted to mix things up a bit. I felt kinda bad for this hawtie on the tread in front of me. She was running for almost the whole time I was on the Xtrainer. Around 8 mph, very impressive. She finished before me, & when she got off I could see her workout stats. 5 ish miles, she ran, and for all that she only burned 620 cals. And, for me anyways, the tread tends to overstate the actual cals burned. :tread:

:toilet: Water, 4.5 litres. Down a bit. :toilet:

[CK]

[CENTER Synopsis
I am happy with this. It’s my second fastest time.:tread:
:toilet: Water, 5.5 litres. :toilet:


AWESOME JOB on the tread! Hows the back?

[claire]

I'm in:) Awesome! A log with workouts:) You are way too organized.

That's great you are getting a new tread. Much easier to get your cardio in! :kiss:

[Big Sky Guy]

I loved your 1/28 workout! Your Squats and Inclines were INSANE!

I don't know how I missed that! :dunno:

[Hidngod]

AWESOME JOB on the tread! Hows the back?
Thankk you. Back is better. No pulling for a coupla more days, though.

I'm in:) Awesome! A log with workouts:) You are way too organized.

That's great you are getting a new tread. Much easier to get your cardio in! :kiss:
I'm lovin it already.
I keep all my workouts in a word document. That way the coding & format stay the same and I just change the numbers & text.

I loved your 1/28 workout! Your Squats and Inclines were INSANE!

I don't know how I missed that! :dunno:
Thanks.
Ummmm, actually on the 28th I skipped the Inclines and Front Squats. Re Claires response, I just kept the exercises in & changed the numbers so peeps could see what I normally do. I'm s'posed to be hitting each workout (1, 2, and 3) each week, but due to other commitments it's usually 2 weeks between specific workouts. Next time around I'll be hitting them.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: My Method :weightlifter:

:deadlift: Week 8, Workout 3 :deadlift:
:booya: 8.2.08 :booya:
Start 17:00, finish 17:55.

B.B. Rows: 1 RM - 230, 5 RM - 200
5X50, 5X100, 5X150, 5X195, 5X195, 5X200, 4¾X205, 12X155
Not quite a new 5RM. But it is a PR for weight.
Men are expendable; women and children are not. – R.A.H.

CGBP: 1 RM - 270, 5 RM – 235
5X65, 5X115, 5X175, 5X225, 5X230, 5X235, 11X180
Wrist was not a factor. New 5RM & PR for weight.
Writing is not necessarily something to be ashamed of — but do it in private and wash your hands afterwards. - R.A.H.

Chin Ups/Downs: 1 RM - 225, 5 RM - 195
5X50, 5X95, 5X145, 5X185, 5X190, 5X195, 11X150
New 5RM & PR for weight.
You pilot always into an unknown future; facts are your single clue. Get the facts! – R.A.H.

Skipped these due to time constraints.

Tricep Ext: 1 RM - 40, 5 RM - 35
0X8, 0X15, 0X25, 0X35, 0X35, 0X35, 0X35, 0X25.
Next week.
What a wonderful world it is that has girls in it! – R.A.H.


Hammer Curls: 1 RM - 45, 5 RM - 40
0X8, 0X15, 0X25, 0X35, 0X40, 0X40, 0X30
Next week.
The two highest achievements of the human mind are the twin concepts of "loyalty" and "duty." Whenever these twin concepts fall into disrepute — get out of there fast! You may possibly save yourself, but it is too late to save that society. It is doomed. – R.A.H.


Synopsis
Good workout. Like I said I was short on time, but it worked out well. 1 new 5RM, A coupla absolute PRs.

Water, 4.0 litres. :toilet:

[Big Sky Guy]

Thanks.
Ummmm, actually on the 28th I skipped the Inclines and Front Squats.

That's why I was laughin..."these seemed easy"..."this was easy too" :D

[T-Cake]

You are AMAZING!!! :bowdown:

WOW, way to get the log up and goin'! :heart: it!!! :heart: you!

I'm "INNNNNNNNNN"! :D

[Mrs Croft]

work outs looking pretty dam solid :biggthumpup:

your pretty dam good with the amount of PRs you do :coolugh:

[A L]

Good luck on your goals!

[Hidngod]

Hey HiDn, how are you? weather is CRAZY here eh?
Yer back in town, eh? When did you get back?
LOLZ, yeah. -20 & windy. Button up, or stay in bed.

[Hidngod]

That's why I was laughin..."these seemed easy"..."this was easy too" :D
LOL, OK. I wasn't quite with it.

You are AMAZING!!! :bowdown:
WOW, way to get the log up and goin'! :heart: it!!! :heart: you!
I'm "INNNNNNNNNN"! :D
Thanks, T-C. :heart:

work outs looking pretty dam solid :biggthumpup:
your pretty dam good with the amount of PRs you do :coolugh:
Thankee. Not sure how long the PR train is gonna run, but I'll ride it while I can.

Good luck on your goals!
Thank you.

[Hidngod]

I'll get around to other's logs tonight. Been kinda busy.

Oh, & does anyone know where my avi came from? It's not the one I put up.

[Blut Wump]

Wags8 seems to be sporting your avatar. Maybe you have his?

[Dragon Wolf]

Nice numbers hidngod!

[Hidngod]

Wags8 seems to be sporting your avatar. Maybe you have his?
I'll try not to stain his colours, 'til I get mine back.


Nice numbers hidngod!
Thank you.:jumpjoy:

[IliekFude]

PUNCH A PEPPERONI THRU SOME SOMBITCHES HEAD MY MAN!

[Lumberjack5.0]

In. Good luck bro.

[jpt]

i must say hid....you are one dedicated logger!!!

nice sessions brutha!

[Sarge]

all aboard the PR Train :)

[Hidngod]

PUNCH A PEPPERONI THRU SOME SOMBITCHES HEAD MY MAN!
I'm too old for that shit. :bsflag::evil[1]:

In. Good luck bro.
Thanks, man.

i must say hid....you are one dedicated logger!!!
nice sessions brutha!
Keeps me um, dedicated. :D Thanks.

all aboard the PR Train :)
Ride er while she's, uh, yeah.
I liek yer sig.

[Hidngod]

:madfawk: Yesterday's cardio, 10.2.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 36mins, 2.0 mph – 8.5 mph., Incline 2.0 deg. – 5.0 deg
I wanted to give my tread a spin. See what she’d do.
Intervals!!!!
Running, 5.0 – 8.5, one minute at a time.
Walking 2.0 – 2.5, until HR drops under 130.
Cals 398, Avg HR 129(74%), Max HR 162(93%) :booya:

Pullups from sling at work. None today

Synopsis
Felt pretty good. Obviously not as sturdy as the commercial ones at the gym, but I think it will be adequate to our needs. :tread:

:toilet: Water, 5.5 litres. :toilet:

[CK]

http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x276/carbac2006/thumbsupsmilie.jpg

[Hidngod]

Well, I'm not feeling well today.
Last night & the night before I only got about 4 hrs sleep.
I feel feverish & fluish today with a swollen lymph gland on my neck, I think it's called cervical.
Anyways, I left work early & now I'ma goin to bed.:sleep:

[Nick]

IN.


Get some Z's, be well bro.

[jpt]

why the hell is everyone getting sick lately?????

be well john spartan

[CK]

Well, I'm not feeling well today.
Last night & the night before I only got about 4 hrs sleep.
I feel feverish & fluish today with a swollen lymph gland on my neck, I think it's called cervical.
Anyways, I left work early & now I'ma goin to bed.:sleep:


ug, hope you feel better soon :flowers:

[claire]

Well, I'm not feeling well today.
Last night & the night before I only got about 4 hrs sleep.
I feel feverish & fluish today with a swollen lymph gland on my neck, I think it's called cervical.
Anyways, I left work early & now I'ma goin to bed.:sleep:

Get some rest and hopefully you feel better tomorrow! :kiss:

[Hidngod]

Thanks guys & gals.

Well, I had my Flu shot. I don't think it's the Flu, 'cause I'm feeling better today. No :turd: or :puke: Still dizzy & weak though, so i'm not going to work.
There seems to be so many viruses going around, I was bound to catch something.
It was actually kinda funny yesterday. I've had fevers before, but not like that. I was getting quite loopy, imagining things, etc.
I can't remember what all I did so I hope I didn't say anything too embarrassing here.

[Mrs Croft]

Thanks guys & gals.

Well, I had my Flu shot. I don't think it's the Flu, 'cause I'm feeling better today. No :turd: or :puke: Still dizzy & weak though, so i'm not going to work.
There seems to be so many viruses going around, I was bound to catch something.
It was actually kinda funny yesterday. I've had fevers before, but not like that. I was getting quite loopy, imagining things, etc.
I can't remember what all I did so I hope I didn't say anything too embarrassing here.

how would we know the difference from how you are normally :dunno::grin:

[Hidngod]

how would we know the difference from how you are normally :dunno::grin:

LOLIO, good point.

I got lots of sleep last night. Feelin OK, now cept weak, & my eyes seem to have problems focusing.
This is the first sick time I've taken in so long, I can't remember. Maybe a year.

[Sarge]

get well soon H dawg. Glad to hear you are on the upswing of it now

[CK]

LOLIO, good point.

I got lots of sleep last night. Feelin OK, now cept weak, & my eyes seem to have problems focusing.
This is the first sick time I've taken in so long, I can't remember. Maybe a year.


Happy that your feeling better!

[Hidngod]

Well, I slept for about 7 1/2 hrs last night, about 3 hrs this morning, then about 4 hrs this afternoon.
I did get in my cardio today. Sorta. After wifey came home from work, she said she thought she was getting sick. So, while she did dinner, I went out & shovelled snow. I took it easy, paced myself. I didn't over exert, but it was taxing after getting done what I needed to.

[Que_66]

IN!!

[kook]

Even though I don't post much I'm always reading the log Hidn.

glad your starting to feel a bit better, lot's of folks getting sick lately.

[Hidngod]

Here's my before pic, circa '02.
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i198/Hidngod/FrntRelxd2.jpg

[Hidngod]

These are current pics from New Years. Not after pics, 'cause I'm not done.
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i198/Hidngod/Back2108.jpg
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i198/Hidngod/Gutdblebi2108.jpg

[Hidngod]

Not great progress, but I'm gettin there. Having problems cutting the fat, but I've made major strength gains.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Jeez -- big improvment! You've gone from normal, kinda narrow shoulders to a big 'tough guy' back :)

[Hidngod]

Jeez -- big improvment! You've gone from normal, kinda narrow shoulders to a big 'tough guy' back :)

LOL, thanks. I know I'm no where near the physique or strength a lot of people here have. But I get some comments at work.

[CK]

These are current pics from New Years. Not after pics, 'cause I'm not done.
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i198/Hidngod/Back2108.jpg
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i198/Hidngod/Gutdblebi2108.jpg


Here's my before pic, circa '02.
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i198/Hidngod/FrntRelxd2.jpg

Are you on crack??? LOL Thats a huge improvement! :weightlifter::rose:

[FiletMignon16oz]

Amazing results! Keep up the WO! It's only going to get better and better.

PS I hope you keep your body hair intact.

[Hidngod]

Are you on crack??? LOL Thats a huge improvement! :weightlifter::rose:
:o Thank you.

Amazing results! Keep up the WO! It's only going to get better and better.

PS I hope you keep your body hair intact.

And thank you. No plans on shaving, no.

I am always reluctant to post pics. Especially with the quality of dedication the people here have.

[CK]

:o Thank you.


And thank you. No plans on shaving, no.

I am always reluctant to post pics. Especially with the quality of dedication the people here have.


Kay... Hold the PRESSES...



Definition: HIDNGOD
quality of dedication... HUGE!!!!

[NWMUSCLE]

Good job Holmes!
Keep up the good work!

[Mrs Croft]

ok I think what you need is first this :cuddle: then a pair of glasses :nerd:

that is a MAJOR change..that shows HEAPS of hard work and dedication..so stop being negative or I will have to come kick your :booty:

[IliekFude]

consistency will get you anywhere man.
keep at it.

[claire]

I am always reluctant to post pics. Especially with the quality of dedication the people here have.

There is definitely an improvement. You are doing awesome and you're just as dedicated as anyone else on the board. :flowers:

[IliekFude]

Claire wheres yr log kiddo? LETS GET GOIN HERE ALREADY!

[Hidngod]

Thanks, guys. :o

I did try morning cardio. Just to see how my joints take to it. 15 min walk at 3.0 mph. Cals, not worth mentioning. Gonna work up to going longer, which means working up to getting up earlier. Then I'll work on the speed, see if I can go fast enough to wake wifey up. :evil[1]: :ahh:

[Tweak]

you win the prize for the most colorful workout posts I've ever seen! :bear:

lol

Keep it up!

[Hidngod]

you win the prize for the most colorful workout posts I've ever seen! :bear:

lol

Keep it up!

Thank you. I try to keep it lively.

[Hidngod]

So, Yesterday I was kinda fatigued. I did get a small workout in. 4 sets of BB rows & 4 sets of squats. Not too heavy, just gauging my condition.
I also got 2 sets of 4 chin ups at work.
This morning I got 20 minutes walking on the tread. Workin up.

[Fit Mum]

Great to see you still hammering away.

I love your colourful log. :kiss:

I'll just sit back now and stalk you, (if I may) lol :bowrofl:

[claire]

Claire wheres yr log kiddo? LETS GET GOIN HERE ALREADY!

I leave for vacation next Thursday. I thought I would wait until I get back because I am going to start a new training program EDT (escalating density training). New program, new log :)

[claire]

So, Yesterday I was kinda fatigued. I did get a small workout in. 4 sets of BB rows & 4 sets of squats. Not too heavy, just gauging my condition.
I also got 2 sets of 4 chin ups at work.
This morning I got 20 minutes walking on the tread. Workin up.

Great job getting your workout in. Just go easy and take time off if you need it :kiss:

[Que_66]

Nice work Hidn.

[Nick]

Kay... Hold the PRESSES...



Definition: HIDNGOD
quality of dedication... HUGE!!!!

+1

If you don't realize you're amongst the elite when it comes to dedication and consistency and effort bro... then u need to wake up :)

[Bmoore535]

good numbers hidngod

[Bmoore535]

good numbers hidngod!

[*Bunny*]

+1

If you don't realize you're amongst the elite when it comes to dedication and consistency and effort bro... then u need to wake up :):grouphug:


Thank you. I try to keep it lively.:rose:

Yay, new log new log :)

[IliekFude]

So, Yesterday I was kinda fatigued. I did get a small workout in. 4 sets of BB rows & 4 sets of squats. Not too heavy, just gauging my condition.
I also got 2 sets of 4 chin ups at work.
This morning I got 20 minutes walking on the tread. Workin up.

hey, worst wrkout we have is better than none... you colorful character you.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: My Method :weightlifter:

:deadlift: Week 9, Workout 1(Modified) :deadlift:


15.2.08, 17:15 – 18:15

Pretty good mood today. Work went well. I modified this to accommodate my recovery.

Squats: 1 RM - 400, 5 RM – 350
5X90, 5X175, 5X245, 10X235.
Not bad. Only did one working set :puke: :booya:
I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones. – Albert Einstein

Bench Press: 1 RM - 290, 5 RM – 260
5X60, 5X125, 5X190, 5X255, 12X190.
Getting close to 5RM. Only 1 working set.
Imagination is more important than knowledge. – Albert Einstein

DB Rows: 1 RM - 90, 5 RM – 80
5X20, 5X40, 5X60, 5X80, 12X60.
New 5RM. :elephant:
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former. – Albert Einstein

OHP: 1 RM - 170, 5 RM – 150
5X35, 5X75, 5X120, 4X145, 11X105.
Meh. Getting tired.. :elephant:
Try not to become a man of success but rather to become a man of value. – Albert Einstein

Synopsis
Short of time & energy. I’ll be back up to par by next week.

5.5 litres of water today. :toilet:

[Hidngod]

Great job getting your workout in. Just go easy and take time off if you need it :kiss:
Thnak you.

Nice work Hidn.
:jumpjoy:

If you don't realize you're amongst the elite when it comes to dedication and consistency and effort bro... then u need to wake up :)
:o I have a lot of people here, to try to emulate.

good numbers hidngod
Thanks, and welcome.

good numbers hidngod!
Thanks again. :grin:

:grouphug:
:rose:
Yay, new log new log :)
:bunny: Welcome, mademoiselle. :flowers:

hey, worst wrkout we have is better than none... you colorful character you.
That's what I was thinkin. Thanks.

[Hidngod]

I also did 4X4 chinups at work, yesterday.

[T-Cake]

I am always reluctant to post pics. Especially with the quality of dedication the people here have.
OMG, I'm so glad CK verbally beat your ass, or I would have to... :bash:


Kay... Hold the PRESSES...



Definition: HIDNGOD
quality of dedication... HUGE!!!!
EXACTLY!!! :jumpjoy:

HidN, your dedication is unparalleled!! WOW, man! For you to even THINK it's not similar to or BETTER than many folks here -- well you certainly need to pull your head out of your ass :lol:

You are so freakin' strong -- *I* read your workouts and feel exhausted. You are meticulous, you are always striving to be better than you are... you are a freakin' superhero, man!!! :super:

Your progess -- WOW! I am so so so happy you posted those pics! I've never seen them before. :bowdown::bowdown::bowdown: Just amazing. Your body is TOTALLY different -- the overall shape you've given yourself with those broad shoulders and back have ultimately forced you to stand taller. You stomach -- WOW, what a huge difference. HUGE.

I have so much respect for you and your work ethic. You keep me goin' to, brother, I'm serious!!! :kiss: :rose: Never EVER doubt yourself or your value to the board. We adore you -- and you KILL IT every time you train. Just... WOW! ;)

Thank you. I try to keep it lively.
I can relate ;) My posts are worthless w/o 50 zillion smilies of various kinds. :weightlifter:

XOXOXO :hug:

[Hidngod]

:o
Ladies, I am humbled by your support. It means a lot to me. I will strive to live up to your compliments.

[Hidngod]

Something interesting I found.

...Clean up complexion, soften eye lines, soften smile line, add color to lips, trim chin, remove neck lines, soften line under ear lobe, add highlights to earrings, add blush to cheek, clean up neck line, remove stray hair, remove hair strands from dress, adjust color and add hair on top of head, add dress on side to create better line... Total: $1,525.00.



The invoice for retouching the cover photo of Michelle Pfeiffer, in the December 1990, issue of Esquire magazine, obtained by Harper's. The photo's caption reads, "What Michelle Pfeiffer Needs...Is Absolutely Nothing."

[Big Sky Guy]

HidN...I posted my FAT pics :wiggle:. And so did Fude!


Your work is not in question here. Pics are simply to assess progress and give people a feel for what our work and dedication is creating.

[Hidngod]

A coupla vids

YouTube - 385lb Deadlift (http://youtube.com/watch?v=378nXh-QqL4)
The DL, I've done 405X5 by now.

YouTube - Squat 350X2 (http://youtube.com/watch?v=AkjwTsOlR_s)
The squat, I've done 350X5.

YouTube - 265 Lb Bench (http://youtube.com/watch?v=1geQpQOUcYM)
The Bench I've done 260X5. In that vid I've got wifey & my daughter spotting me. When I signal, they each grip an end & assist my lift, they don't actually lift much.

[Big Sky Guy]

That's what we're talking bout!

Your making lemonade out of lemons in that small workout space!

[claire]

Something interesting I found.

...Clean up complexion, soften eye lines, soften smile line, add color to lips, trim chin, remove neck lines, soften line under ear lobe, add highlights to earrings, add blush to cheek, clean up neck line, remove stray hair, remove hair strands from dress, adjust color and add hair on top of head, add dress on side to create better line... Total: $1,525.00.



The invoice for retouching the cover photo of Michelle Pfeiffer, in the December 1990, issue of Esquire magazine, obtained by Harper's. The photo's caption reads, "What Michelle Pfeiffer Needs...Is Absolutely Nothing."

:lol:


A coupla vids

YouTube - 385lb Deadlift (http://youtube.com/watch?v=378nXh-QqL4)
The DL, I've done 405X5 by now.

YouTube - Squat 350X2 (http://youtube.com/watch?v=AkjwTsOlR_s)
The squat, I've done 350X5.

YouTube - 265 Lb Bench (http://youtube.com/watch?v=1geQpQOUcYM)
The Bench I've done 260X5. In that vid I've got wifey & my daughter spotting me. When I signal, they each grip an end & assist my lift, they don't actually lift much.

Great videos. Looking strong :) Looks like you have a great setup. I need to get a squat rack for those snowy days when I can't leave the house.

[CK]

A coupla vids

YouTube - 385lb Deadlift (http://youtube.com/watch?v=378nXh-QqL4)
The DL, I've done 405X5 by now.

YouTube - Squat 350X2 (http://youtube.com/watch?v=AkjwTsOlR_s)
The squat, I've done 350X5.

YouTube - 265 Lb Bench (http://youtube.com/watch?v=1geQpQOUcYM)
The Bench I've done 260X5. In that vid I've got wifey & my daughter spotting me. When I signal, they each grip an end & assist my lift, they don't actually lift much.


AWESOME!!!!:woot:

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: My Method :weightlifter:

:coolred: Week 8 Workout 2 :coolred:

18.2.08, 17:15 – 18:35
Back & Shoulders :ohnoes:

Dead Lifts: 1 RM - 465, 5 RM – 405 :deadlift:
5X85, 5X170, 5X255,
5X335 (straps)
5X340 (straps)
5X345 (straps)
8X245.
Felt good. Tough, but good.
A little sincerity is a dangerous thing, and a great deal of it is absolutely fatal. – Oscar Wilde.

OHP: 1 RM - 170, 5 RM – 150 :weightlifter:
5X35
5X70
5X105
5X145
5X150
4X155.
PR for weight, I think. :clap:
Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.. – Oscar Wilde :frantic:

Pull Downs: 1 RM - 215, 5 RM – 190 :weightlifter:
5X45
5X90
5X135
5X180
5X185
5X190
12X135.
New 5RM.
America had often been discovered before Columbus, but it had always been hushed up. – Oscar Wilde

S.L.D.L.: 1 RM - 285, 5 RM – 250 :weightlifter:
5X60
5X115
5X175
5X240 almost dropped these on my feet
5X245 (straps)
5X250 (straps)
8X175 No straps, grip failing on this one
New 5RM & PR for weight. :banana:
Fashion is a form of ugliness so intolerable that we have to alter it every six months. – Oscar Wilde

A last word.
If you want to tell people the truth, make them laugh, otherwise they'll kill you. – Oscar Wilde :drama:

Synopsis
This is my first full workout, post illness. Went well. I was trembling & nauseus at the end. :woot:


Water: 3.5 litres. :toilet:

[Hidngod]

That's what we're talking bout!

Your making lemonade out of lemons in that small workout space!
Thanks. I like it. Just me & the iron & it has nowhere to run. :evil[1]:

Great videos. Looking strong :) Looks like you have a great setup. I need to get a squat rack for those snowy days when I can't leave the house.
Thanks. Version 2.0 is under construction, but it'll be a bit before it's done.

AWESOME!!!!:woot:
:kiss:

[IliekFude]

If you want to tell people the truth, make them laugh, otherwise they'll kill you. – Oscar Wilde
so true...

[Hidngod]

For those of you that remember about my Step-mom, I got a call from my Dad yesterday. She got the results from her latest X-rays back & it's not good.
apparently the cancer she has is an aggressive form & it's now filled one lung & aound the other. Drs. give her 2 months. :(

[CK]

For those of you that remember about my Step-mom, I got a call from my Dad yesterday. She got the results from her latest X-rays back & it's not good.
apparently the cancer she has is an aggressive form & it's now filled one lung & aound the other. Drs. give her 2 months. :(


:heart:

[IliekFude]

For those of you that remember about my Step-mom, I got a call from my Dad yesterday. She got the results from her latest X-rays back & it's not good.
apparently the cancer she has is an aggressive form & it's now filled one lung & aound the other. Drs. give her 2 months. :(

Im real sorry to hear that brother. Ill say a few words for her. Keep your head up and stay consistent with yr goals, it'll help get ya thru. Works for me.

[Big Sky Guy]

For those of you that remember about my Step-mom, I got a call from my Dad yesterday. She got the results from her latest X-rays back & it's not good.
apparently the cancer she has is an aggressive form & it's now filled one lung & aound the other. Drs. give her 2 months. :(

My prayers brother...

[Hidngod]

Im real sorry to hear that brother. Ill say a few words for her. Keep your head up and stay consistent with yr goals, it'll help get ya thru. Works for me.


My prayers brother...

Thanks, guys. It will be tough, as my mother passed away after a long illness. It's difficult to see a loved one go through that.
You're right Fude. The gym is the one place all my troubles go away, for a while.

[Florencia]

Wishing you the best quality time with Her and you Dad
http://dl9.glitter-graphics.net/pub/923/923399kwxsacvlp3.jpg (http://www.glitter-graphics.com)

[Tweak]

I'm terribly sorry to hear about this dude. :(

[claire]

I am sorry to hear about your step mom. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

[Fit Mum]

For those of you that remember about my Step-mom, I got a call from my Dad yesterday. She got the results from her latest X-rays back & it's not good.
apparently the cancer she has is an aggressive form & it's now filled one lung & aound the other. Drs. give her 2 months. :(


Hidn, I'm so so sorry to hear that.:tear:
My heart goes out to you and you family at this time. :heart:
Take these next couple of mths to make the most of her time left with you all.
:grouphug: :kiss: :heart: :heart: :heart:

[Nick]

Congratulations on the incredible success you've been having with the weights, PR after PR.

Much more importantly, I am truly sorry to hear the news about your stepmom. I wish you and your family every strength in the world to get through this together.

[*Bunny*]

For those of you that remember about my Step-mom, I got a call from my Dad yesterday. She got the results from her latest X-rays back & it's not good.
apparently the cancer she has is an aggressive form & it's now filled one lung & aound the other. Drs. give her 2 months. :(Im so sorry to hear that HiDn. 2 months can turn into 2 yrs for some people. Hang in there.

Remind me if you can, is this a case of lung cancer from smoking?

:heart:

[Hidngod]

I am sorry to hear about your step mom. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Thank You.

Hidn, I'm so so sorry to hear that.:tear:
My heart goes out to you and you family at this time. :heart:
Take these next couple of mths to make the most of her time left with you all.
:grouphug: :kiss: :heart: :heart: :heart:
Unfortunately thay live about 5 hrs away. She sleeps a lot & she does have lots of other family. 5 kids of her own, plus 4 siblings & untold nieces & nephews. Last time I went to see them I had to make an appointment 2 months in advance, LOL. I'll prolly see her once or twice.


Congratulations on the incredible success you've been having with the weights, PR after PR.

Much more importantly, I am truly sorry to hear the news about your stepmom. I wish you and your family every strength in the world to get through this together.
Thanks,man.


Im so sorry to hear that HiDn. 2 months can turn into 2 yrs for some people. Hang in there.

Remind me if you can, is this a case of lung cancer from smoking?
:heart:
Yeah, not so bad for me, because I have a lot of distractions. But if I sit & think on it, it gets tough. It's gonna be tougher on my Dad because of the way my Mom passed.
Yeah Emphysema & Lung Cancer from smoking.
One good thing may come of it. My wife is quitting smoking. Gonna be tough 'cause she has very little effect from it & enjoys it.

[*Bunny*]

Yeah, not so bad for me, because I have a lot of distractions. But if I sit & think on it, it gets tough. It's gonna be tougher on my Dad because of the way my Mom passed.
Yeah Emphysema & Lung Cancer from smoking.
One good thing may come of it. My wife is quitting smoking. Gonna be tough 'cause she has very little effect from it & enjoys it.
Thank you for answering that. I am trying to help my mom quit and this helps me help her.

I want my mother to be around to play with her grandkids, right now, that will not happen if she doesn't quit. Simple as that.

Best wishes to your wife. Nicotine is addictive and makes you feel good, like a legal drug IMO.

Prayers for you HiDn. :rose:

[C. Smith]

Sorry to hear that...in my prayers.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: My Method :weightlifter:

:deadlift: Week 9, Workout 3 :deadlift:
:coolred: 20.2.08 :Rawk:
Start 16:45, finish 18:00.

Just a note on my method. As I’m progessing through a workout, I start my warmup sets of my next exercise during the longer breaks of my working sets. I rarely work the same muscle group on consecutive exercises.

B.B. Rows: 1 RM - 240, 5 RM - 210
10X50
5X100
5X150
5X200
5X205
5X210
10X160
New 5RM. PR for weight.
Any fool can make a rule, and any fool will mind it. - Henry Thoreau

Chin Ups/Downs: 1 RM - 230, 5 RM - 200
5X50
5X95
5X145
5X190
5X195
5X200
11X150
New 5RM & PR for weight.
Be true to your work, your word, and your friend. - Henry Thoreau

CGBP: 1 RM - 270, 5 RM – 235
5X60
5X115
5X180
5X230
5X235
4X240,
10X180
No new 5RM, but a PR for weight.
Every man is the builder of a temple called his body. - Henry Thoreau

Hammer Curls: 1 RM - 50, 5 RM - 45
5X8
10X15 (woops! Day dreaming)
5X25
5X30
5X40
5X45,
11X30.
New 5RM, PR for weight.
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined. As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler. - Henry Thoreau

Tricep Ext: 1 RM - 45, 5 RM - 40
5X8
5X15
5X25
5X30
5X35
5X40,
13X25.
New 5RM, PR for weight.
I know of no more encouraging fact than the unquestioned ability of a man to elevate his life by conscious endeavor. - Henry Thoreau

In what concerns you much, do not think that you have companions: know that you are alone in the world. - Henry Thoreau

Synopsis
Good workout. I was prepared as far as pre & post w.o. nutrition. Makes a world of difference More new 5RMs & PRs.

Water, 5.0 litres. :toilet:

[Nick]

http://www.kermitage.com/html/characterindex/tms/character/count.jpg

1... 2... 3... 4..... 5... 5! 5 New PR's!!!

[Hidngod]

LOL, cute. I was stoked, that's for sure.


:madfawk: Today's cardio, 21.2.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 26mins, 2.0 mph – 4.8 mph., Incline 2.0 deg.
Jog. I had to get something done before I went to physio. 1.7 miles
Cals 275, Avg HR 125(71%), Max HR 145(83%) :coolred:

Chinups from sling at work. 2 sets of 4

Synopsis
Felt pretty good. One thing I’ve noticed. When I had to go to the gym for cardio, I stopped in after work. With the tread at home, it’s a struggle getting on it when there is other stuff to do. Gotta prioritize, and sometimes I come first. :treadmill:

:toilet: Water, 5.0 litres. :toilet:

[CK]

GET ER DONE, set two times, if you miss one you KNOW you have the other and stick too it! :rose:

[Nick]

I have the exact opposite problem.. funny how that works. Either way you're getting the job done and that's something to be real proud of. I hope your fitness enthusiasm starts rubbing off on more people around you, they don't know what they're missing.

[IliekFude]

Nice work guy, stay focused. Tunnel vision to yr goals.

[Hidngod]

:madfawk: Today's cardio, 22.2.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 27 mins, 2.0 mph – 4.5 – 5.3 mph., Incline 2.0 deg.
Jog. 1½ miles in approx 18:30. 1.72 miles overall
Cals 292, Avg HR 123(70%), Max HR 160(91%) :coolred:

Chinups from sling at work. 3 sets of 4

Synopsis
I think round 2 of my cold is coming. Head & chest congestion, sneezing, etc. I’ll avoid ardio as necessary, but I wanna stay doing domething, evn if I have to friggin walk. Programming!!!!:tread:

:toilet: Water, 5.0 litres. :toilet:

BTW, I wore a pedometer at work yesterday & discovered I walk 6.87 km per day. :woot:

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: My Method :weightlifter:

:deadlift: Week 10, Workout 1 :deadlift:


23.2.08, 16:25 – 17:45

3 minute w-up on :treadmill: Round 2 of my cold is here, so I have a tuffed head. My friggin teef hurt from the sinus pressure.

Squats: 1 RM - 400, 5 RM – 350
5X90
5X175
5X265
5X345
5X350
4X355
10X235.
Not bad. Couldn’t quite pull it out for a 5th on the new 5RM attempt. I might’ve, but I felt a little twinge in my left lower back. It was alright for the back off set.
I also did 4 sets of 15 Incline sit ups between working sets. :puke:
A hero is no braver than an ordinary man, but he is braver five minutes longer. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Bench Press: 1 RM - 290, 5 RM – 260
5X60
5X125
5X190
5X250
5X255
4X260
10X195.
Getting close to 5RM. Couldn’t quite get it.
Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

DB Rows: 1 RM - 90, 5 RM – 80
5X20
5X40
5X60
5X80
5X80
6X80
11X60.
No more new 5RMs here. I only have DBs to 80#. :elephant:
Don't be too timid and squeamish about your actions. All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Incline DB Press: 1 RM - 90, 5 RM – 80
5X20
5X40
5X60
5X80
5X80
6X80
8X60.
No real PRs yet, but I’m adding reps. :elephant:
Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Synopsis
Short of time & energy. I’ll be back up to par by next week. Thankfully the sinus pressure wasn't exacerbated by the lifting.

5.5 litres of water today. :toilet:

I wore my pedo today & only walked 5 1/4 km. I'd guess an average day then would be about 5 1/2 - 6 km.

[Nick]

Excellent work HG. What a workout. No doubt in my mind you'll reach any and all goals you may have just missednext time around. I love that Emerson quote.

[CK]

What is a pedo?

[Hidngod]

What is a pedo?

Pedometer. :D

[CK]

Pedometer. :D


oh thats good, it rythmed with speedo so I was scared LMAO

[Hidngod]

oh thats good, it rythmed with speedo so I was scared LMAO

Yeah, I not be wearin a Speedo at work. :surprised:
The ladies'd be :puke: & the guys'd be :gtfo2: .

In other news:
I was a little wasted the last couple days. I worked all weekend & my cold had me huffin & puffin, so I took yesterday off.
Back on the :treadmill: tonight.

[CK]

Yeah, I not be wearin a Speedo at work. :surprised:
The ladies'd be :puke: & the guys'd be :gtfo2: .

In other news:
I was a little wasted the last couple days. I worked all weekend & my cold had me huffin & puffin, so I took yesterday off.
Back on the :treadmill: tonight.


Take her easy, huffin and puffin NO GOOD!:rose:

[Hidngod]

Excellent work HG. What a workout. No doubt in my mind you'll reach any and all goals you may have just missednext time around. I love that Emerson quote.

Thanks. I keep pushin it, but some days are just bleh.
Uh, which quote? There's 4, LOL.

[Nick]

Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

That one. Now get to it!!

[Hidngod]

Take her easy, huffin and puffin NO GOOD!:rose:

Instead of doin fullout tread work, I'll do some complexes, then some fast walking on the tread. Still sweat & burn, but without the heavy lung burnage.

[CK]

Instead of doin fullout tread work, I'll do some complexes, then some fast walking on the tread. Still sweat & burn, but without the heavy lung burnage.


good boy! lol :treadmill:

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Kardio Komplex :weightlifter:

:deadlift: 25.2.08 :deadlift:
:coolred: 45 mins, including w-up on tread & cool down period. :coolred:
8 reps of each exercise, with a set of ab work & 1 minute rest mid set & 1½ mins rest after each set. 6 sets this time. :puke:
Exercises:
Squats,
OHP,
Deadlift,
Flat Bench Press,
BB Rows,
Pull Downs,
Hang cleans & G.M.s, alternating with each set.

65 lbs.
I also did 6 sets of 15 incline sit ups between the lifting sets, for a total of 90.
Cals 462, Avg HR 120(69%), Max HR 154(88%) .

Treadmill: 35mins, 3.5 mph, Incline 2.0 deg.
Moderate walk. My lungs are a tad stressed from my rhinitis so I din’t wanna push it.. 1.9 miles
Cals 346, Avg HR 122(70%), Max HR 128(73%) :banana:

Synopsis
808 cals on the workout. The Complex was tough. Pull ups from sling at work. None today

Water, 4.5 litres. :toilet:

[Florencia]

:weightlifter: Kardio Komplex :weightlifter:

:deadlift: 25.2.08 :deadlift:
:coolred: 45 mins, including w-up on tread & cool down period. :coolred:
8 reps of each exercise, with a set of ab work & 1 minute rest mid set & 1½ mins rest after each set. 6 sets this time. :puke:
Exercises:
Squats,
OHP,
Deadlift,
Flat Bench Press,
BB Rows,
Pull Downs,
Hang cleans & G.M.s, alternating with each set.

65 lbs.
I also did 6 sets of 15 incline sit ups between the lifting sets, for a total of 90.
Cals 462, Avg HR 120(69%), Max HR 154(88%) .

Treadmill: 35mins, 3.5 mph, Incline 2.0 deg.
Moderate walk. My lungs are a tad stressed from my rhinitis so I din’t wanna push it.. 1.9 miles
Cals 346, Avg HR 122(70%), Max HR 128(73%) :banana:

Synopsis
808 cals on the workout. The Complex was tough. Pull ups from sling at work. None today

Water, 4.5 litres. :toilet:
I am impressed with your logging!!!
Did you get Probiotics?:clap:

[Hidngod]

I am impressed with your logging!!!
Did you get Probiotics?:clap:

Yes, thank you. I haven't looked at them yet, but I'll have time tomorrow.

[*Bunny*]

Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

That one. Now get to it!!

I agree...
Great quote.

HiDn, thank you... :rose:

[Florencia]

I just really LOOOKED at your avi!!!
It says ALOT!!!!

[Hidngod]

:madfawk: Today's cardio, 26.2.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 30 mins, 4.7 – 5.5 mph., Incline 2.0 deg.
Slow run. 1½ miles in approx 16:30. 2.16 miles overall
Cals 380, Avg HR 140(80%), Max HR 163(93%) :coolred:

Chinups from sling at work. 1 set of 4

Synopsis
Cold is still hanging on. Not too bad, but I stuffy, still. :treadmill:

:toilet: Water, 5.0 litres. :toilet:

[Big Sky Guy]

Good work getting some cardio in...you got the heart rate up!

[Nick]

Great complexes and running HG...

Do you find that complexes are best programmed after heavy lifting days? Does it aid in recovery at all?

I love 'em I just don't know where to stick 'em... I always worry about it affecting my squat or DL.

[Hidngod]

Good work getting some cardio in...you got the heart rate up!
Thanks. I'm trying to add more cardio to get rid of my winter insulation.


Great complexes and running HG...

Do you find that complexes are best programmed after heavy lifting days? Does it aid in recovery at all?

I love 'em I just don't know where to stick 'em... I always worry about it affecting my squat or DL.

Because the weight you're using is a smaller percentage of your maxes, it really doesn't tax your strength much. The main thing is the speed of the reps, the number of reps per set & the minimal rest between sets.
I actually find it's better before heavy lifting days. If it's after, the DOMS from the heavy work affects your complexes. I haven't noticed it aiding recovery, but I haven't been consistant enough with them to track it.

[Hidngod]

So far today.
2 cups 1% Cottage cheese
1 litre coffee.
1 litre water
1 diet Pepsi
about 15 almonds
approx 75g left over W.W. Spaghetti, with Lean Ground beast
Approx 200g Moose Sirloin.

[Sarge]

those complexes look sweaty :)

What's moose taste like?

[Nick]

There is no question in my mind that we are gonna be able to work out some kinks and make some improvements to the diet, u will lose that stubborn fat in no time!!

[Hidngod]

those complexes look sweaty :)

What's moose taste like?
I got the moose from a friend at work. He'd had it, frozen, for a coupla years. It was really well wrapped, 'cause when I thawed it I trimmed about 3/8" off all the way around & the meat looked dark & rich. Very little fat, no discolorations. He said to cook the roast in Tomato juice to negate the gaminess & the texture of the fat.:dunno: So I diced it up, browned it, & simmered it with some spices & Italian style Diced tomatos. Tasted like beef. It was nice & tender. I'd eat it again in a heartbeat.


There is no question in my mind that we are gonna be able to work out some kinks and make some improvements to the diet, u will lose that stubborn fat in no time!!
Thanks, brother. I'm really needing to do this, once and for all.

[Sarge]

I got the moose from a friend at work. He'd had it, frozen, for a coupla years. It was really well wrapped, 'cause when I thawed it I trimmed about 3/8" off all the way around & the meat looked dark & rich. Very little fat, no discolorations. He said to cook the roast in Tomato juice to negate the gaminess & the texture of the fat.:dunno: So I diced it up, browned it, & simmered it with some spices & Italian style Diced tomatos. Tasted like beef. It was nice & tender. I'd eat it again in a heartbeat.
Thanks, brother. I'm really needing to do this, once and for all.
That sounds really good... I'd try it.

Awesome, do I hear some hardcore dieting? :evil[1]:

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Fat Slayer Program :weightlifter:

:deadlift: Week 1, Workout 1 :deadlift:


29.2.08, 17:10 – 17:55

5 minute w-up on Snow shovell. Round 2 of my cold is hangin on, so I have a stuffed head.

Squats: 1 RM - 400, 5 RM – 350
10 X 90
5 X 185
5 X 5 X 280
10 X 185.
Kinda tough doing 5 working sets. Good though. :puke:
I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who overcomes his enemies. - Aristotle

Bench Press: 1 RM - 290, 5 RM – 260
10 X 55
5 X 135
5 X 5 X 210
12 X 165.
I had a little more in me. Up the weight next week.
All paid jobs absorb and degrade the mind. - Aristotle

B.B. Rows: 1 RM - 225, 5 RM – 195
10 X 40
5 X 115
5 X 5 X 165
14 X 125.
Same as above. :elephant:
Education is the best provision for the journey to old age. - Aristotle

Walk on Treadmill for some cardio
23 mins including cool down
3.0 – 3.5 mph, incline 3.0, 1.27 miles

Approx 250 cals, HR unknown :elephant:
It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it. - Aristotle


Synopsis
This went pretty good. I was done by the time I was, uh, done.

4.5 litres of water today. :toilet:

[Nick]

Those straight sets can be grueling bro!! Great job!

Loving these two quotes:

I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who overcomes his enemies. - Aristotle

It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it. - Aristotle

[Hidngod]

Thanks. I gotta tell you, my legs & ass are killing me today. & I'm feeling my back & chest coming online, too. I love that feeling! :coolred:
It's amazing what a simple switch can feel like. I had dropped to about 80% working capacity & added 2 sets of each.

[zsteph]

good job on the squats. 5x5 of set heavy weight sucks while you are doing it, but is pretty euphoric when you are done, lol.

I love quoting Emerson. I used two of his quotes for my high school senior year book a few years ago. Very influential thinker!

I like that you posted pics. You have put on some really good muscle mass. It's very apparent. What is your weight at now? haven't seen an update.

[Lumberjack5.0]

I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who overcomes his enemies. - Aristotle



Words to live by.

[IliekFude]

keep it up guy, as always im diggin the quotes too..

[Hidngod]

keep it up guy, as always im diggin the quotes too..
Thanks. There's a lot of wisdom to be learned from others.


:weightlifter: Fat Slayer Program :weightlifter:

:bowrofl: Week 1 Workout 2 :bowrofl:

02.3.08, 16:40 – 17:35
Back & Shoulders :weightlifter:

Pendlay Rows: 1 RM - 190, 5 RM – 165 :deadlift:
5X45
5X95
5X140
5X165, 5X165, 5X165, 4X165, 4X165
9X140.
First time I’ve ever done these. Went a tad high on my weight estimation, but I’m sure I’ll get ‘er soon.
Be not ashamed of mistakes and thus make them crimes. - Confucious

OHP: 1 RM - 160, 5 RM – 140 :weightlifter:
5X30
5X60
5X90
5X5X120
12X90.
These went well. :booya:
Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves. - Confucious

Pull Downs: 1 RM - 205, 5 RM – 180 :weightlifter:
5X45
5X90
5X120
5X5X145
12X110.
Man these are tougher than I thought.
Everything has its beauty but not everyone sees it. – Confucious

Synopsis
Even though there were only 3 exercises, I was pleasantly in pain by the time I was done. :jumpjoy:


:madfawk: Today's cardio, 2.3.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 35 mins, 2.5 – 8.0 mph., Incline 2.0 – 5.0 deg.
Started with a walk. Then switched to jog, then a sort of intervals.l
Cals 384, Avg HR 129(74%), Max HR 168(96%) :coolred:

Chinups from sling at work. None today. It was my weekend off.

Synopsis
Nice thing about having the tread here. I can hop on as soon as I’m done lifting. :treadmill:

:toilet: Water, 4.5 litres. :toilet:

[zsteph]

nice lifting today man. (It's the 2nd though or so I thought ;)), you have the power to lift in the future). On the rows, your 5rm max says 165, but you were working with that today, so you killed it :rl:! I'll guestimate at least 170 or 175. Keep these strong and you will love your back! Good job on everything else too. You doing strict OHP? keep the quotes flowing :)

[claire]

Workouts are looking awesome. I love having a treadmill at home. I don't use it often but it is great for a quick cardio workout without having to leave the house.

[Hidngod]

nice lifting today man. (It's the 2nd though or so I thought ;)), you have the power to lift in the future). On the rows, your 5rm max says 165, but you were working with that today, so you killed it :rl:! I'll guestimate at least 170 or 175. Keep these strong and you will love your back! Good job on everything else too. You doing strict OHP? keep the quotes flowing :)
Official metric date format. Day, month, year.:artist:
Yeah, it's the first time I've done the Pendlays, so I set my max by that. My reg BB rows were 200 or so for a 5RMX 3 sets, so these were pretty much my limit for 5 sets.
Yeah, the OHPs are strict. I was very weak in these for a long while & they're coming together. When I stall, I'll start mixing in some PPs.


Workouts are looking awesome. I love having a treadmill at home. I don't use it often but it is great for a quick cardio workout without having to leave the house.
I'm going to go put my gym membership on hold, see how having the tread works out in the long run. Summer's coming, so I'll be getting my bike out anyways. Between the bike & the tread I should be set.

[zsteph]

Bah, it all makes sense now. I just glanced at it. And with the low numbers, and not paying attention to zeroes, dates can get confusing. Still it would be pretty sweet to workout in the future... rofl.

OHP's are a pain for me as well. Keep on pushing though, and don't be afraid to do a little PP on the last rep, if you need to, when your weights are getting heavier. A lot of OH stuff is mental for me. Once it's been OH a few times, it gets easier to do it strict. good stuff man!

[Nick]

You may be doing less exercises, but with the heavy straight sets plus the building and the back off, you are doing a ton of working volume, maybe more than before even (?). Great job.

[Hidngod]

You may be doing less exercises, but with the heavy straight sets plus the building and the back off, you are doing a ton of working volume, maybe more than before even (?). Great job.

I log my workouts at home in an Excel spreadsheet.:nerd: Per exercise I'm lifting approx 35% more weight.

[CK]

Looking good in here!:bear:

[IliekFude]

Thanks. There's a lot of wisdom to be learned from others.
For sure.
"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it."

[kook]

Great work lately hidn! Very strong numbers,I'm right there with you on the weight loss!:treadmill:

[Hidngod]

:madfawk: Today's cardio, 3.3.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 33 mins, 3.0 mph – 5.7 mph., Incline 2.0 – 4.0
Incline 2.0, speed 5.0 – 5.7 for first 16:32 mins, after warmup. Finished the 1½ mile in 16:32 and fairly difficult. My record, this go round is 15:42. Finished the half hr with a fast walk at 3.5 mph & 4.0 deg incline.
335 Cals, Max HR 157(90%), Avg HR 124(71%) :coolred:

1½ mile time progression: first target is 15 minutes.
16.4.07, 21:35
18.4.07, 20:40
23.4.07, 18:35
27.4.07, 18:20
30.4.07, 17:10
4.5.07, 17:01
9.5.07, 16:25
14.5.07, 18:55
25.5.07, 19.10
28.5.07, 18:50
31.5.07, 18:10
5.6.07, 18:06
7.6.07, 17:50
10.7.07, 17:45
31.7.07, 17:32
4.8.07, 15:42
6.11.07, 17:17
10.11.07, 17:05
28.11.07, 16:30
20.1.08, 16:40
29.1.08, 16:18
3.3.08, 16:32 - TODAY
:wallbash:
Total cals for today's workout 335

Synopsis
I am happy with this. Getting back in the groove. I can almost taste it, now. :treadmill:
:toilet: Water, 5.5 litres. :toilet:

[Hidngod]

Looking good in here!:bear:
Thanks. Workin on it.


Great work lately hidn! Very strong numbers,I'm right there with you on the weight loss!:treadmill:

Thanks, man.

[JEAH]

Good job with those squats. I know what you mean about doing the working sets haha feelin like yr gonna puke after. Your #'s are lookin good, keep at it.

[Hidngod]

Good job with those squats. I know what you mean about doing the working sets haha feelin like yr gonna puke after. Your #'s are lookin good, keep at it.

Thank you, sir. I love that feeling.

No workout today or tomorrow. I'm going to visit my Dad & step mom, 4 hrs away. This may be the last time I see her. :(

[T-Cake]

Logging is great as usual; diet is interesting (moose, eh? Ok! I trust you!), but I hope your stepmom is okay :( Get some rest the next few days if you can, if anything. :)

[CK]

:rose: have a safe trip.

[Nick]

Have a good trip, we're pulling for you and your family bro.

[C. Smith]

Have a good trip, we're pulling for you and your family bro.


QFT.

[Hidngod]

Thank you, people.
It went well, considering. Apparently she lectured the hell out of my brother on the weekend. She felt really bad about it, but he needs that.
Aside from the smoking, we had some good times. Talking, playing games, etc. I'll be back up to see her in the coming weeks.

Oh, yeah. Cardio yesterday. Shovel 8" snow before I could even get in my drive way.

[Sarge]

Glad to hear the news.

A snowy welcoming cardio session, that fluffy white stuff can be laborious.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Fat Slayer Program :weightlifter:

:deadlift: Week 1, Workout 3 :deadlift:
:cheer: 06.3.08 :Rawk:
Start 17:20, finish 18:50.

This one tooked a while. Started cooking dinner, then listened to the wife blow off steam between sets.


Dead Lift: 1 RM - 465, 5 RM – 405
10X85
5X165
5X245
5X5X315
10X235
First working set I dropped the bar on my 4th rep. That 315 is the highest I’ve ever lifted without straps.:taz: Had ta use the straps after that.
As long as you derive inner help and comfort from anything, keep it. – Mahatma Ghandi

Push Press: 1 RM - 185, 5 RM – 170
5X60
5X80
5X120
5X160
5X165
4X165, got out of my groove
5X165
5X170 :taz:
10X120
New 5RM & PR for weight. My old 5RM was actually less than my current OHP 5RM. My wrists were sore, ‘cause I’m still working on form. This is the first time I’ve actually worked these to any extent. :boobs:
Indolence is a delightful but distressing state; we must be doing something to be happy. – Mahatma Ghandi

B.B. Rows: 1 RM - 240, 5 RM – 210
5X50
5X80
5X120
5X5X160
20X125
Lotsa back work. I needs it.
It is better to be violent, if there is violence in our hearts, than to put on the cloak of nonviolence to cover impotence. – Mahatma Ghandi

The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong. – Mahatma Ghandi

Synopsis
Good workout. Man, were my forearms pumped. A lot of grip dependant stuff.

Water, 4.0 litres. :toilet:

[Nick]

Listening to the wife blow off steam between sets and managing to set a killer push press PR? You are a good man my friend.

[claire]

Awesome workout! Congrats on the push press PR! I love the little smilie. I need to check out all the new smilies.

You cook dinner and listen to your wife. My hero :)

[CK]

Should of passed her the weights LOL. Great job on the :pr8: 's!!!

[Sarge]

Excellent work! The grip musckles musta been swole! :)

[Hidngod]

:madfawk: Today's cardio, 7.3.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 45 mins, 2.5 – 4.1 mph., Incline 2.0 - 12 deg.
Walk. My Plantars Fasciitis was too agravated to run, but I found a gait I could use to walk. First 10 mins was warmup, then walking at various inclines & speeds. Next 30 mins was alternating, fast walking (3.0 – 4.1 mph) and walking at 2.5 mph with a 25 lb dumbellfor 1/8 mile.
Cals 399, Avg HR 116(66%), Max HR 134(77%) :coolred:

Chinups from sling at work. 2 set of 4

Synopsis
Feelin pretty good. A little tired from work. :treadmill:

:toilet: Water, 5.0 litres. :toilet:

[Hidngod]

Listening to the wife blow off steam between sets and managing to set a killer push press PR? You are a good man my friend.
It is a little distracting due to the time consumed, but her pain fuels my efforts. Truly, if I worked with her, I wouldn't be on this board, 'cause I'd be in jail from dealing with all the idiots there.


Awesome workout! Congrats on the push press PR! I love the little smilie. I need to check out all the new smilies.

You cook dinner and listen to your wife. My hero :)
Awww, shucks. :o Seriously, she puts up with my shit, it's the least I can do.


Should of passed her the weights LOL. Great job on the :pr8: 's!!!
I've tried that, she won't bite.
Thanks.

Excellent work! The grip musckles musta been swole! :)
Yeah, they were. It felt good, I haven't felt like that in a while. Today's d.b. carry on the :treadmill: was also more intense than I thought.

[Hidngod]

Oh, and my whole back was so pumped I could feel every single muscle. Lats are still feeling good.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Fat Slayer Program :weightlifter:

:deadlift: Week 2, Workout 1 :deadlift:


8.3.08, 16:05 – 17:50

5 minute w-up on Snow shovell. Feelin like shite today. Headache, tired from work, 1½ hrs snow shovelling.

Squats: 1 RM - 400, 5 RM – 350
10 X 65
5 X 145
5 X 215
5 X 5 X 285
10 X 185.
Man, this took forever. :puke:
An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest. – Benjamin Franklin

Bench Press: 1 RM - 290, 5 RM – 260
10 X 60
5 X 115
5 X 165
5 X 5 X 215
13 X 165.
No elbow sleeves for the first time in ages. No wrist wrap either. :woot:
Anger is never without Reason, but seldom with a good One. – Benjamin Franklin

B.B. Rows: 1 RM - 225, 5 RM – 195
10 X 50
5 X 90
5 X 130
5 X 5 X 170
12 X 135.
Same as above. :elephant:
Energy and persistence conquer all things. – Benjamin Franklin

Walk nowhere. I was gassed.
I just wanted to go to sleep.
Headache still hanging on. :elephant:
If you would persuade, you must appeal to interest rather than intellect.. – Benjamin Franklin

Synopsis
Meh. I did what I came to do, but ‘twas difficult.

4.0 litres of water today. :toilet:

[IliekFude]

nice job man.
id keep the sleeves on tho anyway. at least til yr warmed up, cant do any harm ya know?
keep it up brudda.

[CK]

You got it done!!!! :partydots: boooo to headaches!!!! could it be from doing the back yesterday?

[Hidngod]

nice job man.
id keep the sleeves on tho anyway. at least til yr warmed up, cant do any harm ya know?
keep it up brudda.
Thanks.
Yeah, I was feelin it a bit today, in tha 'bows.


You got it done!!!! :partydots: boooo to headaches!!!! could it be from doing the back yesterday?

Yup, and yup, and nope.
I think the headache are from my ongoing sinus issues, outside shovelling, and humid.


In today's news. No workouts. Except for 1/2 hr shovelling before work 2 hrs on the snowblower at work, and 45 min shovelling after work.

[Hidngod]

No workouts yesterday. Ifelt beat up from all the shovelling, snowblowing. The 'blowing exacerbated my tendonitis and carpal tunnel, plus an old hip injury.
The wifey also had me doing my husbandly duties :brickhead: . Tonight, I continue.

[Gymgurl]

Maybe she can give you a rubdown later lol....Just poping in to say Hi!!!

[Hidngod]

Maybe she can give you a rubdown later lol....Just poping in to say Hi!!!

What's that saying? Ask & ye shall receive. :yumyum: :cloud9:



:madfawk: Today's cardio, 11.3.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 40 mins, 2.5 mph – 8.0 mph., Incline 2.0
Incline 2.0, speed 5.0 – 6.2 for first 15:57 mins, after warmup. Finished the 1½ mile in 15:57 and fairly difficult. My record, this go round is 15:42. Finished the half hr with intervals, 1 minute fast from 6.0 – 8.0mph, 1 – 1½ minutes recover at 3.0 mph. Total 3.023 miles.
430 Cals, Max HR 161(92%), Avg HR 132(75%) :coolred:

1½ mile time progression: first target is 15 minutes.
16.4.07, 21:35
18.4.07, 20:40
23.4.07, 18:35
27.4.07, 18:20
30.4.07, 17:10
4.5.07, 17:01
9.5.07, 16:25
14.5.07, 18:55
25.5.07, 19.10
28.5.07, 18:50
31.5.07, 18:10
5.6.07, 18:06
7.6.07, 17:50
10.7.07, 17:45
31.7.07, 17:32
4.8.07, 15:42
6.11.07, 17:17
10.11.07, 17:05
28.11.07, 16:30
20.1.08, 16:40
29.1.08, 16:18
3.3.08, 16:32
11.3.08, 15:57 - TODAY
:wallbash:
Total cals for today's workout 335

Synopsis
13 seconds off my fastest to date. I’ll beat the mile & a half target this month. I just realized, it's been a year since I started this attempt. Paaahhhthetic.:owned: :treadmill:
:toilet: Water, 5.0 litres. :toilet:

[Nick]

Excuse me sir.

Where would your times be if you did not spend the last year consistently chasing this number?
You'd be spending the next two years trying to chase that 21:35

You've done great work. :clap:

Turn things up a notch and grab that PR. It is yours for the taking.

[CK]

YOU ROCK!!!!!!!:treadmill::clap::Rawk::boxing::roses:

[Hidngod]

Excuse me sir.

Where would your times be if you did not spend the last year consistently chasing this number?
You'd be spending the next two years trying to chase that 21:35

You've done great work. :clap:

Turn things up a notch and grab that PR. It is yours for the taking.
You're right, of course. Sometimes I think we are all our own worst critics.


YOU ROCK!!!!!!!:treadmill::clap::Rawk::boxing::roses:
Thank you. I have a lot of people here I'm trying to emulate.

[IliekFude]

keep bangin my man. no worries on takin a brake what with all the shovelin n shit. thats a helluva good GPP workout anyway.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Fat Slayer Program :weightlifter:

:bowrofl: Week 1 Workout 2 :bowrofl:

12.3.08, 16:40 – 17:35
Back & Shoulders :weightlifter:

Pendlay Rows: 1 RM - 190, 5 RM – 165 :deadlift:
5 X 45
5 X 95
5 X 140
5 X 5 X 165
11 X 140.
Got the full 5 X 5.
I never expected to see the day when girls would get sunburned in the places they do today. – Will Rogers

OHP: 1 RM - 160, 5 RM – 140 :weightlifter:
5 X 30
5 X 60
5 X 90
5 X 5 X 125
12 X 95.
These were tougher than they should have been. My right shoulder has been bothering me around the anterior/medial delt. Funny, ½ way through this it stopped hurting. :dunno:
Diplomacy is the art of saying 'Nice doggie' until you can find a rock. – Will Rogers

Pull Downs: 1 RM - 205, 5 RM – 180 :weightlifter:
5 X 50
5 X 95
5 X 120
5 X 5 X 150
13X115.
Went well.
Our constitution protects aliens, drunks and U.S. Senators.. – Will Rogers

Synopsis
I’ve been in some discomfort for the past few days. Aches & pains. My forearms were really pumped doing the OHP. My abs have been sore, too. Not sure if it’s from all the shovelling, or I’m coming down with something again. :poser:

Water: 4.5 litres. :toilet:

[CK]

things def don't sound right...start shoveling...vitamin C, cold Fx, multi vit,

[Mrs Croft]

things def don't sound right...start shoveling...vitamin C, cold Fx, multi vit,

agree...what your body doesn't need it will get rid of anyway..just takes lot of
Vit C just to be sure :kiss:

can't comment as to if the shovelling snow has anything to do with it :dunno:..we never have to do that :lol:

[IliekFude]

:weightlifter: Fat Slayer Program :weightlifter:

:bowrofl: Week 1 Workout 2 :bowrofl:

02.3.08, 16:40 – 17:35
Back & Shoulders :weightlifter:

Pendlay Rows: 1 RM - 190, 5 RM – 165 :deadlift:
5 X 45
5 X 95
5 X 140
5 X 5 X 165
11 X 140.
Got the full 5 X 5.
I never expected to see the day when girls would get sunburned in the places they do today. – Will Rogers

OHP: 1 RM - 160, 5 RM – 140 :weightlifter:
5 X 30
5 X 60
5 X 90
5 X 5 X 125
12 X 95.
These were tougher than they should have been. My right shoulder has been bothering me around the anterior/medial delt. Funny, ½ way through this it stopped hurting. :dunno:
Diplomacy is the art of saying 'Nice doggie' until you can find a rock. – Will Rogers

Pull Downs: 1 RM - 205, 5 RM – 180 :weightlifter:
5 X 50
5 X 95
5 X 120
5 X 5 X 150
13X115.
Went well.
Our constitution protects aliens, drunks and U.S. Senators.. – Will Rogers

Synopsis
I’ve been in some discomfort for the past few days. Aches & pains. My forearms were really pumped doing the OHP. My abs have been sore, too. Not sure if it’s from all the shovelling, or I’m coming down with something again. :poser:

Water: 4.5 litres. :toilet:

Get some rest you might be overtrained. Shoveling snow is no joke. Pound the fluids (piss whatever it is outta ya in case it is a bug), and take the vit c like CK told ya.
get better bud.

[Nick]

Feel better bro. Not to mention things have been stressful and that will affect your workout and life. Have u been sleeping well?

[Sarge]

I'd blame it on the shoveling, first. 2nd I pop ibprophen to help out.

Great session bro you still busted it all out!

[Hidngod]

Feel better bro. Not to mention things have been stressful and that will affect your workout and life. Have u been sleeping well?
nOT FEELING TO, BAD. jUST A Little beat up. I don't think I'm overtrained. Hell, I only lift every 2- 3 days and I've switched deads to every other week.
Umm, sleep? Not that much. Let me just say that 40something women are aswesome.


I'd blame it on the shoveling, first. 2nd I pop ibprophen to help out.

Great session bro you still busted it all out!

Thanks.

[Hidngod]

1. Birds of a feather flock together then crap on your car.
2. A penny saved is a government oversight.
3. The real art of conversation is not only to say the right thing at the right time, but also to leave unsaid the wrong thing at the tempting moment.
4. The older you get, the tougher it is to lose weight, because by then your body and your fat have gotten to be really good friends.
5. He who hesitates is probably right.
6. Did you ever notice: The Roman Numerals for forty (40) are ' XL.
7. If you think there is good in everybody, you haven't met everybody.
8. If you can smile when things go wrong, you have someone in mind to blame.
9. The sole purpose of a child's middle name is so he can tell when he's really in trouble.
10. There's always a lot to be thankful for if you take time to look for it. For example I am sitting here thinking how nice it is that wrinkles don't hurt.
11. Did you ever notice: When you put the 2 words 'The 'and 'IRS ' together it spells 'Theirs?
12. Aging: Eventually you will reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it.
13. The older we get, the fewer things seem worth waiting in line for.
14. Some people try to turn back their odometers. Not me, I want people to know 'why' I look this way. I've traveled a long way and some of the roads weren't paved.
15. When you are dissatisfied and would like to go back to youth, think of Algebra.
16. You know you are getting old when everything either dries up or leaks.
17. One of the many things no one tells you about aging is that it is such a nice change from being young.
18. Ah, being young is beautiful, but being old is comfortable.
19. First you forget names, then, you forget faces. Then you forget to pull up your zipper. It's worse when you forget to pull it down.
20. Long ago when men cursed and beat the ground with sticks, it was called witchcraft. Today, it's called golf.
21. Change is what happens when the pain of holding on becomes greater than the fear of letting go.
22. Lord, keep your arm around my shoulder and your hand over my mouth...AMEN!!

[CK]

1. Birds of a feather flock together then crap on your car.
2. A penny saved is a government oversight.
3. The real art of conversation is not only to say the right thing at the right time, but also to leave unsaid the wrong thing at the tempting moment.
4. The older you get, the tougher it is to lose weight, because by then your body and your fat have gotten to be really good friends.
5. He who hesitates is probably right.
6. Did you ever notice: The Roman Numerals for forty (40) are ' XL.
7. If you think there is good in everybody, you haven't met everybody.
8. If you can smile when things go wrong, you have someone in mind to blame. my fav!!!
9. The sole purpose of a child's middle name is so he can tell when he's really in trouble.
10. There's always a lot to be thankful for if you take time to look for it. For example I am sitting here thinking how nice it is that wrinkles don't hurt.
11. Did you ever notice: When you put the 2 words 'The 'and 'IRS ' together it spells 'Theirs?
12. Aging: Eventually you will reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it.
13. The older we get, the fewer things seem worth waiting in line for.
14. Some people try to turn back their odometers. Not me, I want people to know 'why' I look this way. I've traveled a long way and some of the roads weren't paved.
15. When you are dissatisfied and would like to go back to youth, think of Algebra.
16. You know you are getting old when everything either dries up or leaks.
17. One of the many things no one tells you about aging is that it is such a nice change from being young.
18. Ah, being young is beautiful, but being old is comfortable.
19. First you forget names, then, you forget faces. Then you forget to pull up your zipper. It's worse when you forget to pull it down.
20. Long ago when men cursed and beat the ground with sticks, it was called witchcraft. Today, it's called golf.
21. Change is what happens when the pain of holding on becomes greater than the fear of letting go.
22. Lord, keep your arm around my shoulder and your hand over my mouth...AMEN!!

bolded are my favs!

[Hidngod]

bolded are my favs!

Wifey is afraid of grey hairs & wrinkles. I tell her to show them off. She earned every damned one of them. They're a badge of honour.

[CK]

Wifey is afraid of grey hairs & wrinkles. I tell her to show them off. She earned every damned one of them. They're a badge of honour.


The greys I have an issue with! When I had my first kid at 20 my hair turned grey, and I have been dying it ever since. I find grey hair on men sexy! Wrinkles I don't have any problems with.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Fat Slayer Program :weightlifter:

:deadlift: Week 2, Workout 3 :deadlift:
:cheer: 14.3.08 :Rawk:
Start 16:45, finish 17:50.

I took extra time to rest between working sets, due to my aches & pains.

Dead Lift: 1 RM - 465, 5 RM – 405
10 X 85
10 X 170
5 X 245, started straps here. I just had no grip strength today.
5 X 5 X 325
11 X 240
No grip strength today. For some reason my forearms where just baked after the pull ups at work.
Enlighten the people, generally, and tyranny and oppressions of body and mind will vanish like spirits at the dawn of day. – Thomas Jefferson

Push Press: 1 RM - 185, 5 RM – 170
10 X 40
10 X 70
5 X 120
5 X 5 X 155
8X120
I think I figured out my aches and pains are a result of my last time with this exercise. My wrists, forearms, shoulders, and abs/obliques. Probably from trying to go a little too heavy with a new move. Getting the leg drive each time was tough. Getting the weight up when the leg drive was lacking, stabilizing the weight, and lowering it under control, all contributed to uncommon stresses.
This time I lowered the weight a tad.
I'm a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work the more I have of it. – Thomas Jefferson

B.B. Rows: 1 RM - 240, 5 RM – 210
10 X 50
10 X 80
5 X 120
5 X 5 X 165
12 X 130
Lotsa back work. I needs it.
Say nothing of my religion. It is known to God and myself alone. Its evidence before the world is to be sought in my life: if it has been honest and dutiful to society the religion which has regulated it cannot be a bad one. – Thomas Jefferson

Shake off all the fears of servile prejudices, under which weak minds are servilely crouched. Fix reason firmly in her seat, and call on her tribunal for every fact, every opinion. Question with boldness even the existence of a God; because, if there be one, he must more approve of the homage of reason than that of blindfolded fear. – Thomas Jefferson

There are so many excellent Thomas Jefferson quotes, but I can’t log them all.


Synopsis
Good workout. Felt good getting this in. It seems I have less & less time for anything these days. :(
After the thread on Weightlifting & cals burned, I decided to check my expenditure with my Polar HR moniter.
592 Cals, Max HR 153(87%), Avg HR 112(64%) :coolred:

Water, 5.0 litres. :toilet:

[CK]

GOOD JOB GETTING IT DONE!

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Complex :weightlifter:

:deadlift: 15.3.08 :deadlift:
:elephant: 40 mins, including cool down. Tread is separate. :banana:
8 reps of each exercise, only resting enough for reracking the bar, with a set of ab work & 1 minute rest =1 round. Well, that’s the theory, anyways. I tried to do 10 reps instead of 8. Halfway through the 3rd round I was resting for 10ish seconds between exercises. 6 rounds this time, but after the 4th I had to take a break & gor on the :treadmill: , cause I almost dropped the bar doing hang cleans. :puke:
Exercises:
Squats,
OHP,
Deadlift,
Flat Bench Press,
BB Rows,
Pull Downs,
Alternate shitty hang cleans with GMs.

80 lbs.
I also did 6 sets of 15 incline sit ups between the working sets, for a total of 90.
So, even though I didn’t work at it steady, this’s what I got. 375 cals in 40 mins. Starting HR was 79, Max HR 159(91%), Avg HR 127(73%)
Tread, 5 mins, 2.0 – 3.5 mph, incline 5.0 deg. 56 cals. Max HR 136(78%), Avg HR 126(72%)

Synopsis
Wow, that was tough. It’s been a while since I did this. I could barely get up the stairs after, I was so beat. Had supper after a rest & I fell asleep on the couch, after. Never felt like that before.

Water, 4.5 litres. :toilet:

[Sarge]

wholly cow that looks taxing...

[Hidngod]

GOOD JOB GETTING IT DONE!
Thank You. I'm feeling like life is pulling me in all directions. I gotta remember what I need to do.


wholly cow that looks taxing...
It was. Before I was even done the 3rd round I was thinknig, "Is this over yet? Can I find a reason to quit?" I couldn't find one.

[Florencia]

Good Thing You did not quit!!!
Now the funny part...
" Never felt like that before. "
Sweetheart it's the age thing...LOL
It's THAT time, when we begin to say..." Before, it never used to hurt" "I had never .............."
The never before part of life...UGHHHH!!!!!
Have a wonderful Sunday! :kiss:

Oh and about the wife blowing off steam...
You are my hero!!!!!!! :clap: :standing ovation:
"

[Hidngod]

Good Thing You did not quit!!!
Now the funny part...
" Never felt like that before. "
Sweetheart it's the age thing...LOL
It's THAT time, when we begin to say..." Before, it never used to hurt" "I had never .............."
The never before part of life...UGHHHH!!!!!
Have a wonderful Sunday! :kiss:

Oh and about the wife blowing off steam...
You are my hero!!!!!!! :clap: :standing ovation:
"
LOL, I feel there's gonna be a lot of "Never Before's."


:weightlifter: Fat Slayer Program :weightlifter:

:deadlift: Week 3, Workout 1 :deadlift:


17.3.08, 17:00 – 18:20

OK, I’m starting to get a little agitated. I’ve had an on/off headache thing for days now. Feels like my head just has too much pressure in it. Sinuses. Eyes, blech. I knows I’m not getting enough sleep, too. 4½ hrs last night.

Squats: 1 RM - 400, 5 RM – 350
10 X 70
5 X 145
5 X 220
4 X 5 X 295
4 X 295
11 X 195.
Felt marginally better than last time. Interestingly, I got a pain in my left pec after the first working set. It went away in time to drop the BB on me during benches.. :hyper:
Human salvation lies in the hands of the creatively maladjusted. – Martin Luther King, Jr.

Bench Press: 1 RM - 290, 5 RM – 260
10 X 70
5 X 120
5 X 170
5 X 5 X 225
13 X 170.
It does feel good, putting heavy things over your body. The only thing saving you from broken ribs, or worse, is your own determination. And fear. :woot:
Human salvation lies in the hands of the creatively maladjusted. – Martin Luther King, Jr.

B.B. Rows: 1 RM - 225, 5 RM – 195
10 X 60
5 X 90
5 X 135
5 X 5 X 175
12 X 140.
Elbows were paining a little. :elephant:
Nothing in all the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity. – Martin Luther King, Jr.

Walk nowhere. I was gassed.
I just wanted to go to sleep
Headache still hanging on. Hmm, all the same as last time. :elephant:
Let no man pull you low enough to hate him. – Martin Luther King, Jr.

Synopsis
Meh. I did what I came to do, but ‘twas difficult. I'm getting beat up. I'll finish out the week, then switch to higher rep stuff. Cakers will be my role model for a while. I’m going to bed.

5.0 litres of water today. :toilet:

[CK]

GOOOO TO THE DOCTOR!!!!!

and

have good sleeps :roses:

[T-Cake]

Synopsis
Meh. I did what I came to do, but ‘twas difficult. I'm getting beat up. I'll finish out the week, then switch to higher rep stuff. Cakers will be my role model for a while. I’m going to bed.
Wait, am I the role model because you're going to BED or because you beat yourself up in the gym?! :rofl:

Honestly, babes, GET SOME SLEEP! I'm terrible with it, but man alive, makes a huge difference. When you're not getting enough rest, it will help the body to become more insulin resistant, therefore making it easier to hold onto fat stores and water weight that's lyin' around. If THAT doesn't put me to sleep, I don't know what will! :)

Glad to see you getting that water in too -- that and the sleep should help to decrease the headache frequency.


Feel better soon! You kick ass, as always. :kiss:

[Hidngod]

GOOOO TO THE DOCTOR!!!!!

and

have good sleeps :roses:
Nah, I've given up on Doctors.
j/k. I'm fairly certain I just need to get more sleep.


Wait, am I the role model because you're going to BED or because you beat yourself up in the gym?! :rofl:

Honestly, babes, GET SOME SLEEP! I'm terrible with it, but man alive, makes a huge difference. When you're not getting enough rest, it will help the body to become more insulin resistant, therefore making it easier to hold onto fat stores and water weight that's lyin' around. If THAT doesn't put me to sleep, I don't know what will! :)

Glad to see you getting that water in too -- that and the sleep should help to decrease the headache frequency.


Feel better soon! You kick ass, as always. :kiss:
No, yer gonna be the role model for my next workouts. :sensei:

I think a lot of my headache problems, and maybe just being sick lately, is related to my sinus issues. Goin in for a bilateral turbinite reduction and LAUP(Laser Assited UvuloPlasty) in abnout a month.

[claire]

Nah, I've given up on Doctors.
j/k. I'm fairly certain I just need to get more sleep.


No, yer gonna be the role model for my next workouts. :sensei:

I think a lot of my headache problems, and maybe just being sick lately, is related to my sinus issues. Goin in for a bilateral turbinite reduction and LAUP(Laser Assited UvuloPlasty) in abnout a month.

I hope you are feeling better :rose: Headaches from sinus infections are the worse. I don't get them often but I am wiped out when I do.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Complex :weightlifter:

:deadlift: 18.3.08 :deadlift:
:redevil: 20 mins, including cool down. I was chronologically challenged.. :redevil:
7 reps of each exercise, only resting enough for reracking the bar, with a set of ab work & 1 minute rest =1 round. :puke:
Exercises:
Squats,
OHP,
Deadlift,
Flat Bench Press,
BB Rows,
Pull Downs,
Alternate shitty hang cleans with GMs.

80 lbs.
I also did 4 sets of 15 incline sit ups between the working sets, for a total of 60.
245 cals in 20 mins. Starting HR was 96, Max HR 161(92%), Avg HR 133(76%)
No Tread, had to get to physio.

Synopsis
That was better. I’ll work up to the 10 reps.

Water, 5.5 litres. :toilet:


Well, today is my 4th day with no diet pop. I haven't noticed any difference. I'm having 1 regular Coke each day.

I also had my first hypo-glycemic experience today in 3 months or so. My glucose has been up since I was first sick in January. It's been dropping for the past 1½ weeks. This is good, ‘cause it means I am exercising ahead of my calorie intake. I had raised my meds to scripted levels, so I can soon start dropping them again.

[CK]

:weightlifter: Complex :weightlifter:

:deadlift: 15.3.08 :deadlift:
:redevil: 20 mins, including cool down. I was chronologically challenged.. :redevil:
7 reps of each exercise, only resting enough for reracking the bar, with a set of ab work & 1 minute rest =1 round. :puke:
Exercises:
Squats,
OHP,
Deadlift,
Flat Bench Press,
BB Rows,
Pull Downs,
Alternate shitty hang cleans with GMs.

80 lbs.
I also did 4 sets of 15 incline sit ups between the working sets, for a total of 60.
245 cals in 20 mins. Starting HR was 96, Max HR 161(92%), Avg HR 133(76%)
No Tread, had to get to physio.

Synopsis
That was better. I’ll work up to the 10 reps.

Water, 5.5 litres. :toilet:


Well, today is my 4th day with no diet pop. I haven't noticed any difference. I'm having 1 regular Coke each day.

I also had my first hypo-glycemic experience today in 3 months or so. My glucose has been up since I was first sick in January. It's been dropping for the past 1½ weeks. This is good, ‘cause it means I am exercising ahead of my calorie intake. I had raised my meds to scripted levels, so I can soon start dropping them again.

YOU ROCK!:boxing:

[Nick]

BE CAREFUL BRO!!!!

If for any reason slip of the grip is a concern with benching don't be shy about using chalk.

Your workouts are killer bro... the endurance gained by those killer straight sets is going to carry over real well down the road.

---
Nice job with the complexes

I'm glad you've been able to manage your diabetes. Sounds scary but it also sounds like you are on top of it.

[Hidngod]

YOU ROCK!:boxing:
Thank you. :heart:


BE CAREFUL BRO!!!!

If for any reason slip of the grip is a concern with benching don't be shy about using chalk.

Your workouts are killer bro... the endurance gained by those killer straight sets is going to carry over real well down the road.

---
Nice job with the complexes

I'm glad you've been able to manage your diabetes. Sounds scary but it also sounds like you are on top of it.
NO worries about slipping. I was just mentioning that because of the rush I get. I'm not that strong compared to a lot of guys on here, but if I mention what I bench at work, everybody tells me how dangerous it is, LOL.

Diabetes is scarry & is a death sentence if not taken seriously. So many manage with pills alone & just keep gettin fatter. :(

[Lumberjack5.0]

Any progress to report on the 'pretty boy' front? IOW, you dropping inches?

[Hidngod]

Any progress to report on the 'pretty boy' front? IOW, you dropping inches?

Hmmm, umm, yeah. How 'bout those Maple Leafs eh?

Well, I have many excuses all warmed up if you really wanna hear them. Truth is, I've just not been tight enough with the diet. I'm gonna change my workouts so I don't have to wait so long to recover, then I can give er a little bit more.

Thanks for asking.

[bigdamray]

Hey buddy!! Haven't been in here in while. Get that blood sugar regulated!!

[Hidngod]

Hey buddy!! Haven't been in here in while. Get that blood sugar regulated!!

It goes up when I'm sick. It's almost back to normal now.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Fat Slayer Program :weightlifter:

:bowrofl: Week 3 Workout 2 :bowrofl:

19.3.08, 17:10 – 18:20
Back & Shoulders :weightlifter:

Pendlay Rows: 1 RM - 195, 5 RM – 170 :deadlift:
5 X 45
5 X 90
5 X 130
4 X 5 X 170
4 X 170
12 X 130.
Lessee. My ‘bows were paining a bit. Wrist was OK, right shoulder paining a bit.
All things may corrupt when minds are prone to evil. – Ovid

OHP: 1 RM - 175, 5 RM – 150 :weightlifter:
5 X 35
5 X 65
5 X 100
5 X 5 X 135
13 X 95.
No shoulder pain with this. I had a little wrist pain and a little elbow pain. :dunno:
Take rest, a field that has rested gives a bountiful crop. – Ovid

Wide Grip Pull Downs: 1 RM - 215, 5 RM – 190 :weightlifter:
5 X 40
5 X 80
5 X 120
5 X 5 X 155
14 X 125.
My elbows were really hurting on these. Medial epicondyle ligament, I think.
To be loved, be lovable. – Ovid

Synopsis
Hmm, again, I’ve experienced some pain. My wrist is getting better, but my elbow pain during rows was new. It was only during the exercise, though. Overall the workout went good.
One more workout left in this series, then I'm on to something else. Higher reps, lower weight, faster pace.
I tried another sample of naNO Vapor by Muscletech. I did feel a little flushing from the Beta Alanine, or something else. There was no determinable effect on my workout, from it. :poser:

Water: 4.0 litres. :toilet:

[Hidngod]

I got a phone call from my Dad tonight. My step mom went in the hosp this morning with difficulty breathing. Turns out she has fluid in her better lung, from a cold or pneumonia. She has decided she doesn't want to return home. She's going to stay in the hospital, or go to a hospice and wait for the end. Prolly 2-3- weeks.

[Que_66]

I got a phone call from my Dad tonight. My step mom went in the hosp this morning with difficulty breathing. Turns out she has fluid in her better lung, from a cold or pneumonia. She has decided she doesn't want to return home. She's going to stay in the hospital, or go to a hospice and wait for the end. Prolly 2-3- weeks.Sorry to hear that (((((HUGS))))) for you and your family.

[CK]

I got a phone call from my Dad tonight. My step mom went in the hosp this morning with difficulty breathing. Turns out she has fluid in her better lung, from a cold or pneumonia. She has decided she doesn't want to return home. She's going to stay in the hospital, or go to a hospice and wait for the end. Prolly 2-3- weeks.

BigD's and my prayers are with you and your family.:heart:

[bigdamray]

I got a phone call from my Dad tonight. My step mom went in the hosp this morning with difficulty breathing. Turns out she has fluid in her better lung, from a cold or pneumonia. She has decided she doesn't want to return home. She's going to stay in the hospital, or go to a hospice and wait for the end. Prolly 2-3- weeks.

Positive vibes your way bro.

[C. Smith]

I got a phone call from my Dad tonight. My step mom went in the hosp this morning with difficulty breathing. Turns out she has fluid in her better lung, from a cold or pneumonia. She has decided she doesn't want to return home. She's going to stay in the hospital, or go to a hospice and wait for the end. Prolly 2-3- weeks.


My prayers are with you brother.

[Hidngod]

Sorry to hear that (((((HUGS))))) for you and your family.


BigD's and my prayers are with you and your family.:heart:


Positive vibes your way bro.


My prayers are with you brother.

Thanks for all your kind thoughts & prayers. My family & my brother's family are going to see her on Saturday. It's 5 hrs away, so it's a bit of a trip. Most of my step siblings live close, so they are near when she needs someone.

[Nick]

I wish your family all the best in coping and persevering through these difficult times. All the best my friend.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Complex :weightlifter:

:deadlift: 20.3.08 :deadlift:
:redevil: 45 mins, including warm up and cool down. :redevil:
8 reps of each exercise, only resting enough for reracking the bar, with a set of ab work & 1 minute rest =1 round. :puke:
Exercises:
Squats,
OHP,
Deadlift,
Flat Bench Press,
BB Rows,
Pull Downs,
Alternate sets with hang cleans with GMs.

85 lbs. I reweighted my bars, ‘cause I got a new, thicker bar. Turns out, the one bar I was using was 25 lbs, not 20. So I’ve been using 85 lbs, not 80.
I did 6 rounds. I also did 6 sets of 15 incline sit ups between the working sets, for a total of 60.
450 cals in 45 mins. Starting HR was 93, Max HR 161(92%), Avg HR 132(75%)
Warm up & cool down on Tread, then had to get to physio.

Synopsis
That was better. I’ll work up to the 10 reps. Man, I was sweating my a$$ off by the time I was done. I had planned to do another round, but by the time I got there my form was so sloppy I was in danger of falling or hurting something.
I gotta say, I’m loving the hang cleans. I’ve almost got the form down, so I’m using my shoulders & not my legs. I looked like I was doing some sort of hangpush cleanjerk thing.

Water, 5.5 litres. :toilet:

Got a call from my Dad again tonight. SMom's home, for now. Turns out her potassium & something else are out of whack. So she's home, but it's only temporary. Her prognosis is still approx a month.

[claire]

:weightlifter: Complex :weightlifter:

:deadlift: 20.3.08 :deadlift:
:redevil: 45 mins, including warm up and cool down. :redevil:
8 reps of each exercise, only resting enough for reracking the bar, with a set of ab work & 1 minute rest =1 round. :puke:
Exercises:
Squats,
OHP,
Deadlift,
Flat Bench Press,
BB Rows,
Pull Downs,
Alternate sets with hang cleans with GMs.

85 lbs. I reweighted my bars, ‘cause I got a new, thicker bar. Turns out, the one bar I was using was 25 lbs, not 20. So I’ve been using 85 lbs, not 80.
I did 6 rounds. I also did 6 sets of 15 incline sit ups between the working sets, for a total of 60.
450 cals in 45 mins. Starting HR was 93, Max HR 161(92%), Avg HR 132(75%)
Warm up & cool down on Tread, then had to get to physio.

Synopsis
That was better. I’ll work up to the 10 reps. Man, I was sweating my a$$ off by the time I was done. I had planned to do another round, but by the time I got there my form was so sloppy I was in danger of falling or hurting something.
I gotta say, I’m loving the hang cleans. I’ve almost got the form down, so I’m using my shoulders & not my legs. I looked like I was doing some sort of hangpush cleanjerk thing.

Water, 5.5 litres. :toilet:

Got a call from my Dad again tonight. SMom's home, for now. Turns out her potassium & something else are out of whack. So she's home, but it's only temporary. Her prognosis is still approx a month.


I love the bar complexes. Workout looked great :)

That's great your step mom was able to come home :heart:. I keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers :grouphug:

[kara]

I love the bar complexes. Workout looked great :)

That's great your step mom was able to come home :heart:. I keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers :grouphug:

big +1 to everything claire said! workout looked ultra intense and hope all is well at home.

[IliekFude]

:weightlifter: Complex :weightlifter:

:deadlift: 20.3.08 :deadlift:
:redevil: 45 mins, including warm up and cool down. :redevil:
8 reps of each exercise, only resting enough for reracking the bar, with a set of ab work & 1 minute rest =1 round. :puke:
Exercises:
Squats,
OHP,
Deadlift,
Flat Bench Press,
BB Rows,
Pull Downs,
Alternate sets with hang cleans with GMs.

85 lbs. I reweighted my bars, ‘cause I got a new, thicker bar. Turns out, the one bar I was using was 25 lbs, not 20. So I’ve been using 85 lbs, not 80.
I did 6 rounds. I also did 6 sets of 15 incline sit ups between the working sets, for a total of 60.
450 cals in 45 mins. Starting HR was 93, Max HR 161(92%), Avg HR 132(75%)
Warm up & cool down on Tread, then had to get to physio.

Synopsis
That was better. I’ll work up to the 10 reps. Man, I was sweating my a$$ off by the time I was done. I had planned to do another round, but by the time I got there my form was so sloppy I was in danger of falling or hurting something.
I gotta say, I’m loving the hang cleans. I’ve almost got the form down, so I’m using my shoulders & not my legs. I looked like I was doing some sort of hangpush cleanjerk thing.

Water, 5.5 litres. :toilet:

Got a call from my Dad again tonight. SMom's home, for now. Turns out her potassium & something else are out of whack. So she's home, but it's only temporary. Her prognosis is still approx a month.

Keep your head up Hid, at least shes home for a bit.
Let the iron be your pathfinder through the darkness that surrounds you.
As always, sick complexes bud. Yr conditioning must be insane.. helps ya heal faster from weightlifting induced soreness too i find when my conditioning is up. Feel better in general too i think.
Keep bangin brotha.

[Hidngod]

I wish your family all the best in coping and persevering through these difficult times. All the best my friend.
Thank you, meine freund.

I love the bar complexes. Workout looked great :)

That's great your step mom was able to come home :heart:. I keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers :grouphug:
Thanks. They're tough. I love em.
Thank you. I called & talked to her today. Turns out her Potassium & sodium were low. They put her on saline & she woke in the morning & called my Dad & said, "Get me out of here!"

big +1 to everything claire said! workout looked ultra intense and hope all is well at home.
Thanks for the props. Things are looking up at home, but unfortunately it's only a reprieve.
I'm tempted to get all giddy like Scar did, but I don't do girlish well. Thanks for dropping in. :rose:

Keep your head up Hid, at least shes home for a bit.
Let the iron be your pathfinder through the darkness that surrounds you.
As always, sick complexes bud. Yr conditioning must be insane.. helps ya heal faster from weightlifting induced soreness too i find when my conditioning is up. Feel better in general too i think.
Keep bangin brotha.
Thanks, man. I love the complexes.
I agree. Weights are my Prozac, my mantra is 1,2,3,4,5, rest.
I don't know 'bout my conditioning, but I certainly feel like I did something when I'm done.

[Mrs Croft]

you want conditioning :wiggle: hope on your bike for a 'little' ride :lol:

training looks good..sorry to hear about your mum :sadwavey:

[Hidngod]

Quote of the day.

If figures of speech based on sports and fornication were suddenly banned, American corporate communication would be reduced to pure mathematics.

[Big Sky Guy]

Prayers for you and the family.

[Hidngod]

Sorry to hear about your mum :sadwavey:


Prayers for you and the family.
Thank you.




:weightlifter: Fat Slayer Program :weightlifter:

:deadlift: Week 3, Workout 3 :deadlift:
:cheer: 22.3.08 :Rawk:
Start 18:00, finish 19:30.

This is a long workout. Deads take forever, for me.

Dead Lift: 1 RM - 465, 5 RM – 405
10 X 85
10 X 175
5 X 255
5 X 5 X 335 (straps)
10 X 245 I had to regrip 3 times, or I was gonna lose it.
Hmmm, grip strength is still down.
Between two evils, I always pick the one I never tried before. – Mae West

Push Press: 1 RM - 185, 5 RM – 170
10 X 40
10 X 75
5 X 115
3 X 5 X 160
2 X 5 X 165
10X120
This went better, so I raised the weight for the last 2 sets. I think technique proficiency is still holding me back a bit.
When a thing ceases to be a subject of controversy, it ceases to be a subject of interest. – William Hazlitt

B.B. Rows: 1 RM - 240, 5 RM – 210
10 X 50
10 X 90
5 X 130
5 X 5 X 175
12 X 135
Felt good. First set, there was a little pain in my left medial epicondyle ligament, but after that it was good.
Half our life is spent trying to find something to do with the time we have rushed through life trying to save. – Will Rogers

Few people are capable of expressing with equanimity opinions which differ from the prejudices of their social environment. Most people are even incapable of forming such opinions. – Albert Einstein

They that will not be counseled, cannot be helped. If you do not hear reason she will rap you on the knuckles. – Ben Franklin


Synopsis
Good workout. So, this is my last workout like this for a while. I’m gonna up the volume & lower the weights for a while. Let myself heal up a bit. :coolred:


Water, 3.5 litres. :toilet:

[Hidngod]

:madfawk: Today's cardio, 23.3.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 40 mins, 1.8 – 4.0 mph., Incline 1.5 – 5.5 deg.
Walk. I was designing a program for the Mrs. There are 2 spots for programs you can design yourself.
Cals 325, Starting HR 83(47%), Max HR 123(70%), Avg HR 110(63%) 2.05 Miles :coolred:

Chinups from sling at work. Not todaaaayyy!

Synopsis
Feelin pretty good for a first thing in the morning cardio. Yup, that’s right. Pre brekkie. :treadmill:

:toilet: Water, TBD litres. :toilet:

[CK]

:madfawk: Today's cardio, 23.3.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 40 mins, 1.8 – 4.0 mph., Incline 1.5 – 5.5 deg.
Walk. I was designing a program for the Mrs. There are 2 spots for programs you can design yourself.
Cals 325, Starting HR 83(47%), Max HR 123(70%), Avg HR 110(63%) 2.05 Miles :coolred:

Chinups from sling at work. Not todaaaayyy!

Synopsis
Feelin pretty good for a first thing in the morning cardio. Yup, that’s right. Pre brekkie. :treadmill:

:toilet: Water, TBD litres. :toilet:



kudos to you for the training program for wifey. I hope you and your family had a good easter!

[Florencia]

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[Hidngod]

kudos to you for the training program for wifey. I hope you and your family had a good easter!
Thankee. She went & changed it. I made it too hard. ;). At least she tried it, though.
Thanks, Easter was great. I think i have a sinus infection, though.:green: Hearing is off, eyes are sore, upper teeth are sore. Seeing the Doc this afternoon.

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Thank you Senora.

[IliekFude]

feel better bud.
try and avoid the antibiotics if ya can. they seem to fuck my immune system for months after takin em.. i avoid em unless im on my death bed and seem to be much healthier ever since ive done that. i battled a few infections and pnumonia without anti b's about 1.5 years ago and i havent gotten sick hardly at all since. i honestly feel like my body has improved its natty capability to fight illness by doing this.
i also make it a point to eat any food i see on the ground to get my immune system used to all types of bacteria! lol...
keep yo head up!

[Hidngod]

feel better bud.
try and avoid the antibiotics if ya can. they seem to fuck my immune system for months after takin em.. i avoid em unless im on my death bed and seem to be much healthier ever since ive done that. i battled a few infections and pnumonia without anti b's about 1.5 years ago and i havent gotten sick hardly at all since. i honestly feel like my body has improved its natty capability to fight illness by doing this.
i also make it a point to eat any food i see on the ground to get my immune system used to all types of bacteria! lol...
keep yo head up!

Well, I'm going under the laser in my sinuses in 1 month, so I can't afford to be ailing, there.
Besides, I can barely work out or keep my eyes straight by 4PM.

[strawberryriddick]

It's awesome to see someone doing something about diabetes. You're right, so many people take meds and just sit back! Do you ever see yourself overcoming the diabetes with working out and a healthy diet? Is that a possibility?

[Hidngod]

It's awesome to see someone doing something about diabetes. You're right, so many people take meds and just sit back! Do you ever see yourself overcoming the diabetes with working out and a healthy diet? Is that a possibility?

mY BROTHER HAS KIND OF GIVEN UP. hE'S CRUISING ON INSULIN & GETTING FATTER. (Fukkin caps lock)
I'm fighting it, but there's no turning back. At one time I got to a point where I was able to get off meds for a year. But it's progressive. Sometimes you can fight it to a stand still, but it'll get ya. I just want to stay as healthy as I can 'til they find a cure. With proper management I can prolly live to a ripe old age, but any way you look at it, it's cost me years off my life.

[Hidngod]

:madfawk: Today's cardio, 25.3.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 23 mins, 2.0 – 4.0 mph., Incline 6.0 deg.
Walk. I was feeling punkish from my sinus infection. Whenever I tried to exert myself past a certain point my head would start to pound.
Cals 210, 1.27 Miles :coolred:

Chinups from sling at work. Not todaaaayyy!

Synopsis
I did something. That was it. Hopefully the anti-Bs will kick in & tomorrow I can work. :treadmill:

:toilet: Water, 5.5 litres. :toilet:

[claire]

:madfawk: Today's cardio, 25.3.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 23 mins, 2.0 – 4.0 mph., Incline 6.0 deg.
Walk. I was feeling punkish from my sinus infection. Whenever I tried to exert myself past a certain point my head would start to pound.
Cals 210, 1.27 Miles :coolred:

Chinups from sling at work. Not todaaaayyy!

Synopsis
I did something. That was it. Hopefully the anti-Bs will kick in & tomorrow I can work. :treadmill:

:toilet: Water, 5.5 litres. :toilet:


Great job still getting a workout in. I can barely get out of bed with a sinus infection. I haven't had one in a long time but when I do I stay in bed. :kiss:

[CK]

:heart:

[Hidngod]

Great job still getting a workout in. I can barely get out of bed with a sinus infection. I haven't had one in a long time but when I do I stay in bed. :kiss:


:heart:

Thanks. This one hasn't been as bad as others I've had. I think I've had it for a while, because of my general fatigue since my last cold. I slept good last night for the first time in a long time. Felt more rested.

[Nick]

Feel better bro... u got a ton of fight in you, making it happen the best u can under the circumstances.

[bigdamray]

Up the vitamin c dose!!

[Hidngod]

Feel better bro... u got a ton of fight in you, making it happen the best u can under the circumstances.
Thanks. I can't give up.

Up the vitamin c dose!!
Thanks for the reminder. I brought a bottle of 1,000s to work, but I keep forgetting to take them.

[Sarge]

feel better man, take some vitamin C every time you have some water (or something else you take trips to take a drink, ect... make it part of your routine)

[Hidngod]

feel better man, take some vitamin C every time you have some water (or something else you take trips to take a drink, ect... make it part of your routine)

Well, I did that 7 times today. Why does it hurt when I pee?
j/k, 3 times, so, good.


Well, my workout was a bust tonight.
Superset
OHP
10 x 40
10 x 60
10 x 80
10 x 100
10 x 120
13 x 85

D.B. Rows
10 x 20
10 x 30
10 x 40
10 x 50
10 x 60
15 x 45

And Superset
Alt D.B. Curls
10 x 15
10 x 25

Incline D.B. Press
10 x 25
10 x 30
And I was done. Could only do the 2 supersets of the last 2 exercises. Weak, & exhausted, I could barely walk up the steps. I started cooking dinner, but wifey had to finish. I fell asleep in the Lazy-Boy
BS chicken stir fry with broccoli, mushrooms, sweet peas, green & red peppers & brown rice. My Mom would be doing cartwheels if she knew what I eat now.
Must be the anti-Bs. Felt good most of the day, but I started feeling a little peckish before starting the workout.
Tomorrow is another day.

[Mrs Croft]

don't beat yourself up :kiss: you got to the gym and pushed yourself to your limits ..well todays limits anyway :wiggle: I still think you did pretty dam good mr :grin:

[CK]

GOOOO TO THE DOCTOR!!!!!

and

have good sleeps :roses:




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[Hidngod]

:madfawk: Today's cardio, 27.3.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 40 mins, 2.5 Mph – 7.5 mph., Incline 2.0
Speed 5.0 – 6.4 for first 15:57 mins, after warmup. Started my 1½ at 5.5 mph, adding .1 or .2 every ¼ mile. Added .3 the last tenth of a mile to finish at 6.4 mph, in 15:28. My record, this go round is 15:28. Finished the half hr with intervals, 1 minute fast from 5.5 – 7.5 mph, 1½ – 2 minutes recover at 2.5 mph. Total 3.15 miles.
491 Cals, Max HR 177(101%), Avg HR 141(81%) :coolred:

1½ mile time progression: first target is 15 minutes.
16.4.07, 21:35
18.4.07, 20:40
23.4.07, 18:35
27.4.07, 18:20
30.4.07, 17:10
4.5.07, 17:01
9.5.07, 16:25
14.5.07, 18:55
25.5.07, 19.10
28.5.07, 18:50
31.5.07, 18:10
5.6.07, 18:06
7.6.07, 17:50
10.7.07, 17:45
31.7.07, 17:32
4.8.07, 15:42
6.11.07, 17:17
10.11.07, 17:05
28.11.07, 16:30
20.1.08, 16:40
29.1.08, 16:18
3.3.08, 16:32
TODAY
27.3.08, 15:28
:wallbash:
I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I like it.

Synopsis
14 seconds faster than my fastest to date. I’ll beat the mile & a half target soon. :treadmill:
:toilet: Water, 4.5 litres. :toilet:

[Hidngod]

Thnaks to Bev for the heads up.

I think I got my diet to the point where I can comfortably handle the shame when I post. Starting Monday.

Last night I slept through the night again, and with my CPAP intact. That's 2 nights in a row, and the first time that's happened in so long I can't remember. Well over a year, I think. I'll hold judgement on whether it's the Flonase, or the anti-Bs until I go off the anti-Bs. If it stays clear, I may cancel, or postpone my surgery.

[Sarge]

WINNER! You nailed that time... nailed it goooood

[Hidngod]

WINNER! You nailed that time... nailed it goooood

Thanks. I've got about 3 weeks to get it in under a year. :boxing:

[Nick]

:clap:

Vision quest brotha... you WILL break 15:00 very soon!!!

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Fill in Workout. :weightlifter:

:deadlift: 28.3.08 :deadlift:

Checking my numbers for higher reps. Plus, trying to recover after my last fiasco.

Incline D.B. Press: 1RM - 90, 5RM - 80
10X25, 10X35, 10X45, 10X55, 11X65, 16X45.
Slight twinge in my right shoulder on the first 2 sets. It was fine after that. :coolred:
It is in justice that the ordering of society is centered. - Aristotle.

B.B. Rows: 1 RM - 240, 5 RM - 210
10X50, 10X75, 10X100, 14X125, 12X150, 14X135
LOLZ, I lost track of what set I was in & started going for max reps a set early. Doh!.
The Past is to be respected and acknowledged, but not to be worshiped. It is our future in which we will find our greatness. – Pierre Elliot Trudeau

Hammer Curls: 1 RM - 50, 5 RM – 45
10X15, 10X20, 10X25, 10X30, 9X35, 13X25
Meh. :wallbash:
The state has no business in the bedrooms of the nation. - Pierre Elliot Trudeau

Straight Arm Press: 1 RM - 100, 5 RM – 90
10X25, 10X35, 10X45, 10X55, 10X70, 15X50
Been a while since I’ve done this. It’s killer on the lats, tris & abs. :chicken:
When we are born we die, our end is but the pendant of our beginning. - Manilius

Synopsis
Well, that worked out well. No extreme fatigue. The beat goes on.

6.0 litres of water today, so far. :toilet:

[Hidngod]

Gone for the day to visit my Dad & S-Mom.

[Hidngod]

:weightlifter: Fill in Workout. :weightlifter:

:deadlift: 30.3.08 :deadlift:

Checking my numbers for higher reps.

Front Squats: 1RM - 215, 5RM - 245
10X25, 10X35, 10X45, 10X55, 9X160, 11X130.
Practicing my front/zercher squats. For some reason I can’t keep the left shoulder under the bar, when I’m using the straps. Mummy stance seems to work OK at the weights I use. :coolred:
A wise man will make more opportunities than he finds. – Sir Francis Bacon

Standing D.B.OHP: 1 RM - ???, 5 RM - ???
10X12, 10X15, 10X20, 10X25, 12X30, 12X35, 16X30
Interesting.
He of whom many are afraid ought to fear many. – Sir Francis Bacon

B.B. Rows: 1 RM - 240, 5 RM - 210
10X50, 10X75, 10X100, 10X125, 9X165, 14X135
A little higher. :wallbash:
In taking revenge, a man is but even with his enemy; but in passing it over, he is superior. – Sir Francis Bacon

Tricep Press: 1 RM - 110, 5 RM – 100
10X25, 10X35, 10X45, 10X60, 10X75, 20X55
Not bad. I think I’ll up the weight a bit, LOL. :chicken:
There is no excellent beauty that hath not some strangeness in the proportion. – Sir Francis Bacon

Synopsis
I liked it.

4.5 litres of water today, so far. :toilet:


:madfawk: Today's cardio, 30.3.08 :madfawk:

Treadmill: 45 mins, 2.0 – 6.0 mph., Incline 1.5 – 5.5 deg.
Walk/run. I did wifey’s program. Man it was tough. It’s her walking program but she jogs at 4 mph. 4 mph is odd for me. It’s too slow to run, but if I walk it, I get shin splints & sore ankles. So coupla times I bumped it up to 6.0 mph.
Cals 439, Starting HR 81(47%), Max HR 157(90%), Avg HR 121(69%) 2+ Miles :coolred:

Chinups from sling at work. Not todaaaayyy!

Synopsis
Like I said, it was tougher than I thought it would be. Good though. :treadmill:

:toilet: See above :toilet:

[Sarge]

how'd you like the standing DB presses?? just 'interesting'??? lol

[Hidngod]

how'd you like the standing DB presses?? just 'interesting'??? lol

Well, the weight wasn't quite high enough to be a real challenge, yet. I didn't want to overdo it, 'cause I've had shoulder probs in the past. The motion seemed ok. I have the D.B.s out from my med delts, and my motion is, elbows up the sides, as opposed to the normal OHP motion with a bar.
I did notice more of an emphasis on core stability, and I'm, looking forward to raising the weights.