Progress reports - 2 months in.....

CJay · 08-01-2008, 04:16 PM

Well, August is upon us. How is everyone progressing on their IMPC goals?

Since June, I've put on about 4.5lbs of muscle (and 2lbs of fat). I took off a week before starting my cut.

I just started my cut diet earlier this week and can't wait to see how things progress moving forward!!!

Sweet muther this is exciting!

XiLe Ultra · 08-01-2008, 07:07 PM

Nice, what method are you using to test body fat %?

I have dropped 5-6lbs since the June pictures.

CJay · 08-02-2008, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by XiLe Ultra

Nice, what method are you using to test body fat %?

I have dropped 5-6lbs since the June pictures.

I've been using calipers, as I don't trust the impedence-style testers. I've considered doing the dunk-tank, but I don't see the point in going to that extreme (ie paying fees, travel, etc.) when the mirror & calipers work just fine.

DJohnson · 08-02-2008, 11:30 PM

I've been leaning out a bit. Last few days though I've been partying too hard though.

Psychoholic · 08-05-2008, 01:30 PM

I slimmed down a bit, then upped the calories (inadvertently mind you, traveling for work takes it's toll sometimes - I'm still learning the art of eating sane when at dinner with executives), put back on a few pounds but I have DEFINITELY put on some mass.

I have also enlisted the help of a buddy of mine who is training me. We work together and hombre is stacked - certainly someone you'd take the advice of if you were training. Plus he's natural, so I can draw inspiration from working out with him.

I thought I worked out with at least some level of intensity until I started working out with him, now I realize that I've just been going through the motions the last few months. We are going to evaluate my diet and get the new regimen in place to see where it takes us.

WifeofPsychoholic · 08-05-2008, 03:23 PM

Lucky, you get to work out with someone

Plus, you have time to work out twice a day.

I don't know how I'm doing. I'm starting to up my cardio a bit more - I had been doing some, but not enough. I don't feel that the image in the mirror is any different, and I don't feel like my clothes are fitting better. I haven't looked at a scale in a month, mostly because I wasn't happy the last time I got on one. It's definitely an uphill battle, trying to lose weight with a thyroid disorder. But I'm sticking to a healthy eating regime, and trying to make it to the gym most days of the week. We still have, what, 15-16 weeks left? That's still plenty of time to make a difference (I hope).

CJay · 08-06-2008, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJohnson

I've been leaning out a bit. Last few days though I've been partying too hard though.

Well get back on the wagon!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Psychoholic

I slimmed down a bit, then upped the calories (inadvertently mind you, traveling for work takes it's toll sometimes - I'm still learning the art of eating sane when at dinner with executives), put back on a few pounds but I have DEFINITELY put on some mass.

I have also enlisted the help of a buddy of mine who is training me. We work together and hombre is stacked - certainly someone you'd take the advice of if you were training. Plus he's natural, so I can draw inspiration from working out with him.

I thought I worked out with at least some level of intensity until I started working out with him, now I realize that I've just been going through the motions the last few months. We are going to evaluate my diet and get the new regimen in place to see where it takes us.

Uh-oh, a new trainer. You're bringin' it big time now!

Quote:

Originally Posted by WifeofPsychoholic

Lucky, you get to work out with someone

Plus, you have time to work out twice a day.

I don't know how I'm doing. I'm starting to up my cardio a bit more - I had been doing some, but not enough. I don't feel that the image in the mirror is any different, and I don't feel like my clothes are fitting better. I haven't looked at a scale in a month, mostly because I wasn't happy the last time I got on one. It's definitely an uphill battle, trying to lose weight with a thyroid disorder. But I'm sticking to a healthy eating regime, and trying to make it to the gym most days of the week. We still have, what, 15-16 weeks left? That's still plenty of time to make a difference (I hope).

16 weeks is plenty of time!!! Thyroid disorders suck - my wife is hypo-thyroid and constantly battles it, too.

08-01-2008, 04:16 PM	#1
CJay Pro Stature Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 101 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 7	Progress reports - 2 months in..... Well, August is upon us. How is everyone progressing on their IMPC goals? Since June, I've put on about 4.5lbs of muscle (and 2lbs of fat). I took off a week before starting my cut. I just started my cut diet earlier this week and can't wait to see how things progress moving forward!!! Sweet muther this is exciting! __________________ IMPC 2008 Novice Division Never fear opposition; adversity builds strength.

08-01-2008, 07:07 PM	#2
XiLe Ultra Pro Stature Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Aurora, IL Posts: 2,412 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 187	Re: Progress reports - 2 months in..... Nice, what method are you using to test body fat %? I have dropped 5-6lbs since the June pictures. __________________ ISSA Certified Personal Trainer in IL Deadlift: 405 Bench: ?? Squat: ?? MP #17 (no G & N)

08-02-2008, 11:30 PM	#4
DJohnson IMPC Contestant Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,087 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 50	Re: Progress reports - 2 months in..... I've been leaning out a bit. Last few days though I've been partying too hard though. __________________ Age: 21 Height: 5'10.5" Mar, 2001: 135lbs @ ~14% Nov, 2004: 245lbs @ ~40% Feb, 2006: 188lbs @ 20.1% - Hydrostatic Tested Dec, 2006: 168lbs @ 5.5% - 7 Point Caliper Tested BULKING FOR A LONG TIME NOW Long Term Goal: Over 200lbs @ 8%

08-05-2008, 01:30 PM	#5
Psychoholic IronMass Donator Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 589 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 22	Re: Progress reports - 2 months in..... I slimmed down a bit, then upped the calories (inadvertently mind you, traveling for work takes it's toll sometimes - I'm still learning the art of eating sane when at dinner with executives), put back on a few pounds but I have DEFINITELY put on some mass. I have also enlisted the help of a buddy of mine who is training me. We work together and hombre is stacked - certainly someone you'd take the advice of if you were training. Plus he's natural, so I can draw inspiration from working out with him. I thought I worked out with at least some level of intensity until I started working out with him, now I realize that I've just been going through the motions the last few months. We are going to evaluate my diet and get the new regimen in place to see where it takes us. __________________ My IMPC Log: http://www.ironmass.com/f37/psychoho...log-13160.html

08-05-2008, 03:23 PM	#6
WifeofPsychoholic IMPC Contestant Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 130 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 9	Re: Progress reports - 2 months in..... Lucky, you get to work out with someone Plus, you have time to work out twice a day. I don't know how I'm doing. I'm starting to up my cardio a bit more - I had been doing some, but not enough. I don't feel that the image in the mirror is any different, and I don't feel like my clothes are fitting better. I haven't looked at a scale in a month, mostly because I wasn't happy the last time I got on one. It's definitely an uphill battle, trying to lose weight with a thyroid disorder. But I'm sticking to a healthy eating regime, and trying to make it to the gym most days of the week. We still have, what, 15-16 weeks left? That's still plenty of time to make a difference (I hope).

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