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post 1576380391 03-22-2019, 06:27 AM
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This where cashpags approach the misc 1%? đŸ€‘
post 1576380561 03-22-2019, 06:32 AM
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I dunno if I'm gonna make it brahs. I've been averaging 2000-2100 cals a day for a few weeks now and haven't dropped any weight. I count and weigh everything on a scale and MyfitnessPal so it's legit.

I lift 3-4 days a week and do 45-60 minutes of cardio 5-7 days a week too. Burning 20,000-21,000 cals a week based on my fitbit charge 3 HR. So like 2,800-3,000 cals a day. Definitely should be dropping weight.

Gah, if it stays like this might have to drop to 1800 for 8-10 weeks. I look a bit leaner though so maybe there's a whoosh coming. Fat feels and looks softer and can feel those little marbles underneath the skin. According to Lyle McDonald that's a good sign.
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post 1576383031 03-22-2019, 07:10 AM
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Originally Posted By wave_length
Thanks bro appreciated!


@deltpecx: I know what you mean now, I probably shouldn‘t have revealed my age. Now its always „... for your age.“
Originally Posted By jlsnyderTypeR
It's our job to tell our age to show these young guys that you can stay fit in lean well into your golden years.

I'll be 48 in May and still hanging in strong.
yes please. gives me hope
Chaos and apocalypse on us all
Let them burn to dust.

*Mirin your daughters and their daughters teddies crew*
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post 1576383741 03-22-2019, 07:21 AM
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Originally Posted By hiimnotcool
I dunno if I'm gonna make it brahs. I've been averaging 2000-2100 cals a day for a few weeks now and haven't dropped any weight. I count and weigh everything on a scale and MyfitnessPal so it's legit.

I lift 3-4 days a week and do 45-60 minutes of cardio 5-7 days a week too. Burning 20,000-21,000 cals a week based on my fitbit charge 3 HR. So like 2,800-3,000 cals a day. Definitely should be dropping weight.

Gah, if it stays like this might have to drop to 1800 for 8-10 weeks. I look a bit leaner though so maybe there's a whoosh coming. Fat feels and looks softer and can feel those little marbles underneath the skin. According to Lyle McDonald that's a good sign.
When my weight loss stalls I will have a carb refeed day.
My weight will go up the next day or two, most likely from food in my gut, but it starts to drop again later in the week.
She approached with her hand extended,. I slowly stepped back. "No" she said. "I just want to shake your hand. You're amazingly gorgeous." As she walked by me she copped a biceps feel.


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post 1576384151 03-22-2019, 07:28 AM
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HAPPY FRIDAY!

Seekers of THE SHREDZ!










This mornings weight;

186.4



Make it We can!
She approached with her hand extended,. I slowly stepped back. "No" she said. "I just want to shake your hand. You're amazingly gorgeous." As she walked by me she copped a biceps feel.


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post 1576388051 03-22-2019, 08:29 AM
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Originally Posted By Potatolifter
I had the same on this cut. I got just as lean but at a higher bodyweight than last year. That's good though right, means we bulked probably and actually put some mass on.
yeah that's what i'm thinking! i don't feel like i've lost any noticable size really, just a bit of water + feel a little bit flat
Originally Posted By ayyy
bro why the fck have you hid your basketball sized calves for so long what tha fook
fuk i swear ive shown them on here before

ive been told i had nice calves but never thought about it. this means a lot srs
post 1576390341 03-22-2019, 09:00 AM
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Originally Posted By MichaelDuong
ive been told i had nice calves but never thought about it. this means a lot srs
My wife likes mine too, but when I try to 'check myself out' I end up not knowing how to flex them properly. Just standing normally they aren't impressive, but if I squat down near a side mirror I can see them.

On a more general point: have any of you dealt with 'body dysmorphia'? My wife paid me a compliment recently on my upper back and I honestly can't see it unless I've got something like overhead lighting in a dark room. So when she says 'wow your upper back is improving' I sort of say something like 'meh', and this week she did a "It's becoming pointless complimenting you, because nothing I say seems to satisfy you", and in a way she's right - I value the opinions of lifters a lot more than anyone else. And when I told this to her she said that my inability to 'praise myself' is a sign of 'body dysmorphia' but my point is this: if I'm not happy with how I look now (and I'm not, and based on bb09's post I think I have years to go) why isthat a problem?Why can't we be self-critical, perhaps even harshly so, without it being 'body dysmorphia'?
post 1576391031 03-22-2019, 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted By Aristotelian
My wife likes mine too, but when I try to 'check myself out' I end up not knowing how to flex them properly. Just standing normally they aren't impressive, but if I squat down near a side mirror I can see them.

On a more general point: have any of you dealt with 'body dysmorphia'? My wife paid me a compliment recently on my upper back and I honestly can't see it unless I've got something like overhead lighting in a dark room. So when she says 'wow your upper back is improving' I sort of say something like 'meh', and this week she did a "It's becoming pointless complimenting you, because nothing I say seems to satisfy you", and in a way she's right - I value the opinions of lifters a lot more than anyone else. And when I told this to her she said that my inability to 'praise myself' is a sign of 'body dysmorphia' but my point is this: if I'm not happy with how I look now (and I'm not, and based on bb09's post I think I have years to go) why isthat a problem?Why can't we be self-critical, perhaps even harshly so, without it being 'body dysmorphia'?
you'll never be happy with yourself, the reason it's an issue is if you decide to join the dark side and can't keep a level head with it. Everyone knows or has seen someone join the dark side then burn their body out in 2 years time.

every lifter is hyper critical of themselves, it's when it reaches obsession that it becomes unhealthy. If you aren't working towards a show and you avoid going out to eat with friends, avoid going to partys and hanging with friends just cause it might impact your diet or training or whatever then it's bordering obsession. Not to say I haven't and won't continue to do chit like that in certain ways but it's something I recognize that i've tried to work on. That's one reason I'm kind of half assing this cut right now, got other people in my life and I know I need to break out of the "hermit mode when cutting" chit. Also ed's and what not are stupid common in gyms but few ever mention how common that chit is
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post 1576391471 03-22-2019, 09:16 AM
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fugggg need some motivation brahs. Life smacked me over the head lately. School has been hellish, finals coming up. about 2-3 weeks ago had a complete melt down and ruined my relationship with gf due to me being a big btch and getting cold feet about commitment in certain aspects of life. Now struggling every day with guilt wanting to go back but not sure if that bridge can be repaired. Usually can handle stress like this by working out to death but this chick was damn good and is sittin in my head 24/7, even at the gym. Need some energy from my aesthetic brahs to keep me on the path
post 1576401171 03-22-2019, 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted By MichaelDuong


Me on the left and my brah on the right..

Cut going super good so far, but I’m concerned that it’s going maybe TOO easy? I know my little “weight range” for shreddom and it’s only been 2 weeks and I’m already approaching levels of leanness that I wouldn’t have had till maybe 10 lbs lighter... lost a lot of fat too during this short time period (8 lbs) srs

wow, did I actually make gains during my bulk?
Damn, I'd sell my soul to the devil to have those calves!!

Going through a stressful time as of late, but forget that ****!! Still trying to go full force in the gym. This is fresh from the gym fasted.

USMC 95-2000

Do or do not, their is no try! (I made this up myself)
post 1576468671 03-23-2019, 10:43 AM
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Originally Posted By deltpecx
This was take a few weeks before the avi.
It was between shows in 2014.
I hope to beat this condition this year.

BRB: I was about month shy of turning 62.

Dang bro. You about the most jacked oldster I've ever seen
post 1576469251 03-23-2019, 10:50 AM
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Originally Posted By RawkRawk
fugggg need some motivation brahs. Life smacked me over the head lately. School has been hellish, finals coming up. about 2-3 weeks ago had a complete melt down and ruined my relationship with gf due to me being a big btch and getting cold feet about commitment in certain aspects of life. Now struggling every day with guilt wanting to go back but not sure if that bridge can be repaired. Usually can handle stress like this by working out to death but this chick was damn good and is sittin in my head 24/7, even at the gym. Need some energy from my aesthetic brahs to keep me on the path
It‘s like memory lane 30 years ago.
You know it‘s all gonna be fine eventually, just keep on pushing through!
How to lose fat for Noobs: http://forum.obnoxiousbrutes.com/showthread.php?t=129247741
post 1576473821 03-23-2019, 11:56 AM
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Originally Posted By Garpay
Dang bro. You about the most jacked oldster I've ever seen


Thanks!

I must confess I'm not that shredded today.


I'm 23 pounds heavier than that pic. I can still see my abs and delt striations.
I'm very slowly shredding my way back to that condition.
She approached with her hand extended,. I slowly stepped back. "No" she said. "I just want to shake your hand. You're amazingly gorgeous." As she walked by me she copped a biceps feel.


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post 1576474491 03-23-2019, 12:04 PM
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[QUOTE=deltpecx post_id=1576473821][]https://i.imgur.com/LzIPnNo.gif[/img]

Thanks!

I must confess I'm not that shredded today.


I'm 23 pounds heavier than that pic. I can still see my abs and delt striations.
I'm very slowly shredding my way back to that condition.[/QUOTE]Ye it’s very hard to maintain. I probably haven’t been as lean as my AVI in 4 years. But I hover only a few % above.
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post 1576480781 03-23-2019, 01:51 PM
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poverty lighting for extra emphasis on being depleted as nuts, weight has been steady around 164




will be hopefully update in about 5-6 weeks time looking like a different creature
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post 1576481161 03-23-2019, 01:56 PM
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Does anyone here deal with arthritis in their shoulder? I'm getting seen by the doctor next week to see what's wrong with my shoulder and I suspect its arthritis. I hope I'm wrong.

If anyone can help me I'll rep.
Training Log:
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post 1576515701 03-24-2019, 03:28 AM
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As promised. Im at 191, a bit scared my abs won't come in till I'm like 175 which I really don't want to be at.

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post 1576516621 03-24-2019, 04:31 AM
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Originally Posted By SiegeMT
As promised. Im at 191, a bit scared my abs won't come in till I'm like 175 which I really don't want to be at.
Depends on what comes in first on your physique. If it‘s abs, there‘s a chance you will see them at over 175. IMO, you will still be far from being ripped at 175 though. Just my honest opinion. Again, the good news is, your actual weight is not imprinted on your body, noone will notice or care.
How to lose fat for Noobs: http://forum.obnoxiousbrutes.com/showthread.php?t=129247741
post 1576516691 03-24-2019, 04:34 AM
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Originally Posted By manletstrength
Does anyone here deal with arthritis in their shoulder? I'm getting seen by the doctor next week to see what's wrong with my shoulder and I suspect its arthritis. I hope I'm wrong.

If anyone can help me I'll rep.
I think you will have to wait for the MRI. Maybe it‘s just a minor cyst or impingement, I have a few of those.
How to lose fat for Noobs: http://forum.obnoxiousbrutes.com/showthread.php?t=129247741
post 1576522891 03-24-2019, 08:00 AM
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Originally Posted By SiegeMT
As promised. Im at 191, a bit scared my abs won't come in tillI'm like 175 which I really don't want to be at.

This is why many fail at acquiring The Shredz.
Setting a weight at which one thinks he/she will acquire The Shredz is a set up for failure.

The pic of me above in post#676 I weighed around 164lbs.
I look pretty good...yes?

You will look bigger with The Shredz at a lower weight than you do now in your pic.
Set your sights on the end result..The Shredz.

Here's a great example and explanation about this;


See how much bigger that guy looks at a much lower weight?
She approached with her hand extended,. I slowly stepped back. "No" she said. "I just want to shake your hand. You're amazingly gorgeous." As she walked by me she copped a biceps feel.


1st Place Masters Over 60 Bodybuilding 2014
post 1576568201 03-24-2019, 08:58 PM
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It's backwards for me, I'm trying to cut down to a specific look not body weight it just happens I won't be happy about being that light. Moreso for shirt on purposes and altercations.
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post 1576568571 03-24-2019, 09:03 PM
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Yesterday mid-day after a meal.

Getting close to the promise land. Leanness is coming back quicker than I expected. ~2 months and I'll be pretty fkin lean in my experience.
post 1576568961 03-24-2019, 09:09 PM
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Drives me nuts that I look better in certain mirrors than others due to different lighting. Just something that shows you how far away you are from looking good.
post 1576570541 03-24-2019, 09:45 PM
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Checking back in. Got on scale and am 208. Hard to believe last year this time I was 243.

My goal of 5lbs a month is sticking and I am ahead of schedule. I’m losing around 6 a month at this point
post 1576626001 03-25-2019, 05:07 PM
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Taken today at about 190lbs
6ft3 225lbs of slavic beauty
post 1576656301 03-26-2019, 06:00 AM
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Originally Posted By jesb7826
Drives me nuts that I look better in certain mirrors than others due to different lighting. Just something that shows you how far away you are from looking good.
Yes and no. Even in contest condition, you can look soft with certain posture/lighting/mirrors. You will never look perfect all the time.
How to lose fat for Noobs: http://forum.obnoxiousbrutes.com/showthread.php?t=129247741
post 1576656441 03-26-2019, 06:03 AM
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Originally Posted By MichaelDuong
Yesterday mid-day after a meal.

Getting close to the promise land. Leanness is coming back quicker than I expected. ~2 months and I'll be pretty fkin lean in my experience.
Arms already coming in nicely, abs will still take some time. Nice work!
Originally Posted By BohemianSlav
Taken today at about 190lbs
Looking great, quite some mass for your age.
How to lose fat for Noobs: http://forum.obnoxiousbrutes.com/showthread.php?t=129247741
post 1576657341 03-26-2019, 06:17 AM
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I weigh 197lbs and I've gotten fat again. Starting my diet back up today and will be doing cardio everyday. I want to lose 37lbs by mid July so I'll weigh in at 160lbs which is my target goal weight.

I've been depressed lately and have been eating like chit. I havent been watching my weight. This is what I get for fuking my diet up and not going to the gym. But, all that changes starting today.

Hitting the gym 7 days a week and doing cardio. I have a fire lit under my ass now and I'm going to do what I got to do to lose this weight.
Training Log:
https://forum.obnoxiousbrutes.com/showthread.php?t=180254293&p=1640414853#post1640414853

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post 1576665951 03-26-2019, 08:38 AM
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I gained some decent strength over the winter and a little weight. AVI and profile pic is me at 174. I’m currently sitting at 191. My barbell routine is a HLM and designed in cycles to peak you for a meet or PR attempts. It focuses on the powerlifting lifts + OHP. I add in pull-ups but that’s it.

I want to get lean for summer (back to the low 170s, I think) and hold on to my strength as much as possible, of course. But I wonder if I should be following a program that is trying to make me stronger and getting progressively more difficult while in a deficit.

Do you guys run some kind of repeatable routine that’s not really about progressive overload (knowing you’ll likely be losing some strength)? Or should I just keep trying to follow the program even if I start missing lifts and losing strength? Should I add any specific “bodybuilding” type exercises or just go with what I have?

I am actually 49 and natural so recovery can be a factor (mostly because my sleep quality is chit, I think)
post 1576666931 03-26-2019, 08:53 AM
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Originally Posted By loggerboots
I gained some decent strength over the winter and a little weight. AVI and profile pic is me at 174. I’m currently sitting at 191. My barbell routine is a HLM and designed in cycles to peak you for a meet or PR attempts. It focuses on the powerlifting lifts + OHP. I add in pull-ups but that’s it.

I want to get lean for summer (back to the low 170s, I think) and hold on to my strength as much as possible, of course. But I wonder if I should be following a program that is trying to make me stronger and getting progressively more difficult while in a deficit.

Do you guys run some kind of repeatable routine that’s not really about progressive overload (knowing you’ll likely be losing some strength)? Or should I just keep trying to follow the program even if I start missing lifts and losing strength? Should I add any specific “bodybuilding” type exercises or just go with what I have?

I am actually 49 and natural so recovery can be a factor (mostly because my sleep quality is chit, I think)
generally you should do exactly the same thing you did to build the strength.

so i'd continue doing what you're used to. you might lose some strength or stamina and have to decrease amount of sets, or lose a rep here and there.

then again, you might even gain strength in certain movements even while cutting. just try to at least maintain as best as you possibly can.

added to that, you're only looking to lose 15 pounds or so, that shouldn't cause a dramatic shift in amount of weight lifted. I've lost 30 pounds since October and am still gaining strength or at the very least maintaining.
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