Resigning from IMPC

Hybrid · 06-11-2006, 03:20 PM

I'm resigning from the IMPC as I've missed the picture update. With contestest like Crobar in it, I just don't see the need to try and get a camera every month to snap some pics (while working 49 hours a week, weedays only). It's been fun and it's an AWESOME idea. I also don't feel like cutting, because when the deadline comes around I'll be full swing in swimming, and the only thing I want to do there is get bigger and stronger (I'm a sprinter)..... So I'm resigning!

Best of luck to all you competitors, you can really see the changes you guys are making! Good stuff!

**madman911** · 06-11-2006, 03:43 PM

... and another one bites the dust.

Sorry you won't be continuing bro and good luck with your swim training. I know it has gotta be tough for people who aren't strictly bodybuilders and are involved with other sports.

**bigDman** · 06-11-2006, 03:49 PM

come on hybrid

its all fun and games

i have sports year around and will never cut in my life(or atleast not for a long time) and im still here :P

Hybrid · 06-11-2006, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by bigDman

come on hybrid

its all fun and games

i have sports year around and will never cut in my life(or atleast not for a long time) and im still here :P

You're doing MIP, I was in Novice Bodybuilding. The difference is that I would have to cut to actually win, as people are serious this year!

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Originally Posted by madman911

... and another one bites the dust.

Sorry you won't be continuing bro and good luck with your swim training. I know it has gotta be tough for people who aren't strictly bodybuilders and are involved with other sports.

Eh, it's the sports, the time, the cutting, and the competition. I mean, who can take down Crobar. He's quadzilla! Thanks tho man

stonecoldtruth · 06-11-2006, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Hybrid

Eh, it's the sports, the time, the cutting, and the competition. I mean, who can take down Crobar. He's quadzilla! Thanks tho man

I can

**bigDman** · 06-11-2006, 05:00 PM

then just do MIP

Hybrid · 06-11-2006, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by bigDman

then just do MIP

Still, don't pictures need to be posted monthly for that? I think monthly submissions are a bit much. I mean, who cares what you look like month to month? It should be Beginning, Middle, End IMO..... I just don't want to have to deal with taking pics and stuff, and then have the possibility of endin up dead last.

~~2Ripped4U~~ · 06-16-2006, 11:23 PM

I resign.

**Viperspit** · 06-17-2006, 02:21 AM

yo Hybrid, stick with it for another month and think about it before you make a rash decision you may regret. hell man, look at me, I'm the oldest and most outta shape in the Open Class, but I'm gonna give em hell

There's nothing to lose by sticking in here.

spaceclown · 06-17-2006, 03:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Viperspit

yo Hybrid, stick with it for another month and think about it before you make a rash decision you may regret. hell man, look at me, I'm the oldest and most outta shape in the Open Class, but I'm gonna give em hell

There's nothing to lose by sticking in here.

I agree ViperSpit is old but seriously hang in there. We all have excuses, let me list a few of mine
1. 3 kids
2. 45hr+ job
3. Go to school at night
Hang in there, this competition is more mental imo than physical.

**Viperspit** · 06-17-2006, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by spaceclown

I agree ViperSpit is old but seriously hang in there. We all have excuses, let me list a few of mine
1. 3 kids
2. 45hr+ job
3. Go to school at night
Hang in there, this competition is more mental imo than physical.

Thanks SC, I knew you would clear things up. To clarify for you towards your excuses:

1. I have 3 kids also - they are grown
2. I don't have to work even 40 hours, benifits of being a Director level
3. I did my time in school, hence #2

So you see there are advantages of being older, now kiss my ass and get back to work, do your homework, and change those diapers

**bigDman** · 06-17-2006, 01:15 PM

i got excuses too

1) i dont bodybuild i powerlift which means no cutting for me
2) i work 50+ hours a week
3) i have sports i have to concentrate on

we all got excuses but we still truck on

Richo · 06-17-2006, 02:03 PM

Hell i even got excuses to quit like...

1/ Last year of high school, should focus more on this than training.
2/ Sports to train and compete in.

But them two excuses are not enough to overpower the benefits of IMPC...

1/ Through the roof confidence by training hard to keep up with others.
2/ Increased energy levels through correct diet and training.
3/ Improved self-esteem and image.
4/ Friends starts to notice differences (not me personally, but i am sure many of other constensts has felt this)
5/ Lower bodyfat
6/ Increase muscular size
7/ confidence
8/ Goal setting which is important in life
9/ Sheer fun of training and dieting for a competition, especially against other IM memebers
10/ Just sheer fun.
11/ Confidence (have i already said this before?)

The list can go on and on and on, but i thought i would stop.

But you see, a excuse like 'can't take photos every month' or 'i missed a workout so i better quit' can no way on earth out-weigh, over-power the above 11 benefits from doing the IMPC.

Anyone agree with what i just said?

**Viperspit** · 06-17-2006, 03:20 PM

Richo, you are wise beyond your years. Now get off the computer and go eat.

**madman911** · 06-17-2006, 04:25 PM

I like that the contest requires monthly pics. I've never been one to take regular progress photos, but now I can really see how much motivation they can provide. Even when the numbers on the scale are headed in the right direction and the clothes are fitting better, I have a hard time actually seeing or feeling the changes. On previous cuts, after I dropped ten pounds, I'd be thinking "where did it all go, I look the same... oh god, I must be losing muscle!!!". The pics let you do side-by-sides that provide proof positive that all your hard work is paying off. It is fantastic motivation and I plan to keep doing it and probably keep posting the pics, even when the IMPC is not on. Seeing pics of your competition is also a motivating factor; when I see how hard everyone else is working, it makes me step it up a notch.

**Sholiz** · 06-17-2006, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by madman911

I like that the contest requires monthly pics. I've never been one to take regular progress photos, but now I can really see how much motivation they can provide. Even when the numbers on the scale are headed in the right direction and the clothes are fitting better, I have a hard time actually seeing or feeling the changes. On previous cuts, after I dropped ten pounds, I'd be thinking "where did it all go, I look the same... oh god, I must be losing muscle!!!". The pics let you do side-by-sides that provide proof positive that all your hard work is paying off. It is fantastic motivation and I plan to keep doing it and probably keep posting the pics, even when the IMPC is not on. Seeing pics of your competition is also a motivating factor; when I see how hard everyone else is working, it makes me step it up a notch.

Exactally, people don't notice a change but when they look back month-to-month they can definiate see it. That's the whole point of the IMPC, making yourself better.

Hybrid · 06-17-2006, 04:51 PM

Every few months I try to take a few photos, but taking a few photos each month seems a bit much. I might switch over to the MIP, but since I missed a month I have zero chance of winning. I just don't want to cut at all, so Novice isn't for me!

EDIT: Thanks for all the words, and I understand that my excuses are just mere excuses. I just don't want to be bothered with it, I know that many have it much much worse than I do!

Richo · 06-18-2006, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Hybrid

Every few months I try to take a few photos, but taking a few photos each month seems a bit much. I might switch over to the MIP, but since I missed a month I have zero chance of winning. I just don't want to cut at all, so Novice isn't for me!

EDIT: Thanks for all the words, and I understand that my excuses are just mere excuses. I just don't want to be bothered with it, I know that many have it much much worse than I do!

not being rude or anything but here is my view.

Novice - you get a feel for competition. you learn how to prepare, diet, train and such leading up to competition. that contest is more about winning (IMO, but certainly has alot to do about self-improvement...)

IMP - this is the contest where you should not worry about that trophy at the end. even if you miss 3-4 monthly submissions, doesn't matter (well technical on the scorecard it does) but if you keep on training, its all about the end product and the new you. not the trophy man

what i am trying to get at is don't worry about winning, just enjoy yourself, make some improvements and you are good to go....

06-11-2006, 03:20 PM	#1
Hybrid IMPC Contestant Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Gibsonia PA Posts: 827 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 13	Resigning from IMPC I'm resigning from the IMPC as I've missed the picture update. With contestest like Crobar in it, I just don't see the need to try and get a camera every month to snap some pics (while working 49 hours a week, weedays only). It's been fun and it's an AWESOME idea. I also don't feel like cutting, because when the deadline comes around I'll be full swing in swimming, and the only thing I want to do there is get bigger and stronger (I'm a sprinter)..... So I'm resigning! Best of luck to all you competitors, you can really see the changes you guys are making! Good stuff! __________________ If you even dream about beating me you'd better wake up and apologize - Muhammad Ali

06-11-2006, 03:49 PM	#3
bigDman is missing heavy pulls Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 4,619 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 186	come on hybrid its all fun and games i have sports year around and will never cut in my life(or atleast not for a long time) and im still here :P __________________ COME CHECK OUT MY JOURNAL

06-11-2006, 05:00 PM	#6
bigDman is missing heavy pulls Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 4,619 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 186	then just do MIP __________________ COME CHECK OUT MY JOURNAL

06-17-2006, 01:15 PM	#12
bigDman is missing heavy pulls Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 4,619 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 186	i got excuses too 1) i dont bodybuild i powerlift which means no cutting for me 2) i work 50+ hours a week 3) i have sports i have to concentrate on we all got excuses but we still truck on __________________ COME CHECK OUT MY JOURNAL

06-17-2006, 02:03 PM	#13
Richo IMPC Contestant Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 491 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 12	Hell i even got excuses to quit like... 1/ Last year of high school, should focus more on this than training. 2/ Sports to train and compete in. But them two excuses are not enough to overpower the benefits of IMPC... 1/ Through the roof confidence by training hard to keep up with others. 2/ Increased energy levels through correct diet and training. 3/ Improved self-esteem and image. 4/ Friends starts to notice differences (not me personally, but i am sure many of other constensts has felt this) 5/ Lower bodyfat 6/ Increase muscular size 7/ confidence 8/ Goal setting which is important in life 9/ Sheer fun of training and dieting for a competition, especially against other IM memebers 10/ Just sheer fun. 11/ Confidence (have i already said this before?) The list can go on and on and on, but i thought i would stop. But you see, a excuse like 'can't take photos every month' or 'i missed a workout so i better quit' can no way on earth out-weigh, over-power the above 11 benefits from doing the IMPC. Anyone agree with what i just said? __________________ Richo's Road to Track & Field Journal Thread http://www.ironmass.com/forums/worko...ack-field.html ----------------------------------------------------- Stats Age - 18 Weight - 50kg 1RM Benchpress - 42.25kg 1RM Barbell Row - 45kg 50m Time - 8secs Standing Long Jump - 2.20m -----------------------------------------------------

06-11-2006, 03:43 PM	#2
madman911 Metamorphosizing Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Boston Area Posts: 1,525 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 60	... and another one bites the dust. Sorry you won't be continuing bro and good luck with your swim training. I know it has gotta be tough for people who aren't strictly bodybuilders and are involved with other sports. __________________ Millennium Sport Technologies Sponsored Athlete http://www.millenniumsport.net IMPC 2006 Novice Division Champ IMPC 2007 Open Division Champ Never underestimate the power of the bandana.

06-16-2006, 11:23 PM	#8
~~2Ripped4U~~ Banned Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NY Posts: 1,463 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 0	I resign.

06-17-2006, 02:21 AM	#9
Viperspit Incognito Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 680 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 14	yo Hybrid, stick with it for another month and think about it before you make a rash decision you may regret. hell man, look at me, I'm the oldest and most outta shape in the Open Class, but I'm gonna give em hell There's nothing to lose by sticking in here.

06-17-2006, 03:20 PM	#14
Viperspit Incognito Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 680 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 14	Richo, you are wise beyond your years. Now get off the computer and go eat.

06-17-2006, 04:25 PM	#15
madman911 Metamorphosizing Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Boston Area Posts: 1,525 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 60	I like that the contest requires monthly pics. I've never been one to take regular progress photos, but now I can really see how much motivation they can provide. Even when the numbers on the scale are headed in the right direction and the clothes are fitting better, I have a hard time actually seeing or feeling the changes. On previous cuts, after I dropped ten pounds, I'd be thinking "where did it all go, I look the same... oh god, I must be losing muscle!!!". The pics let you do side-by-sides that provide proof positive that all your hard work is paying off. It is fantastic motivation and I plan to keep doing it and probably keep posting the pics, even when the IMPC is not on. Seeing pics of your competition is also a motivating factor; when I see how hard everyone else is working, it makes me step it up a notch. __________________ Millennium Sport Technologies Sponsored Athlete http://www.millenniumsport.net IMPC 2006 Novice Division Champ IMPC 2007 Open Division Champ Never underestimate the power of the bandana.

06-17-2006, 04:51 PM	#17
Hybrid IMPC Contestant Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Gibsonia PA Posts: 827 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 13	Every few months I try to take a few photos, but taking a few photos each month seems a bit much. I might switch over to the MIP, but since I missed a month I have zero chance of winning. I just don't want to cut at all, so Novice isn't for me! EDIT: Thanks for all the words, and I understand that my excuses are just mere excuses. I just don't want to be bothered with it, I know that many have it much much worse than I do! __________________ If you even dream about beating me you'd better wake up and apologize - Muhammad Ali