HDZ32 Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 Started working on actually bettering myself November 15th, 2013 so it has been one year and one month today! Started at around 6 foot 6 290lbs, very chunky, almost no muscle and I never realized how out of shape I was until I looked back. Now Currently sitting at 6 foot 8 260lbs, 19 years young Current bench- 5 reps @ 220lbs Current squat -10 reps 400lbs Current best mile is a 7:58 Not the greatest numbers, but considering I started at literally nothing about a year ago I'm more than proud of my body and I'm only getting stronger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 I'm done with distance running. When I recover I am going to run sprints somewhere with a nice and soft surface. If I can work up to a full run mile I would be ecstatic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 Started working on actually bettering myself November 15th, 2013 so it has been one year and one month today! Started at around 6 foot 6 290lbs, very chunky, almost no muscle and I never realized how out of shape I was until I looked back. Now Currently sitting at 6 foot 8 260lbs, 19 years young Current bench- 5 reps @ 220lbs Current squat -10 reps 400lbs Current best mile is a 7:58 Not the greatest numbers, but considering I started at literally nothing about a year ago I'm more than proud of my body and I'm only getting stronger. Keep it up! VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FPerron Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 Getting old sucks! When I was 50, my PRs were 18:00 5K and 36:40 10 K. Now at 69, I'm struggling to get below 28 minutes for the 5 K. My plan is to peak for next October when I turn 70. Even running as slowly as I do now, I should be competitive in the 70-80 age class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 You would have demolished the group we ran with for your age group and for probably anyone over 40. The best time was 47xx so you are still doing well from my point of view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 Getting old sucks! When I was 50, my PRs were 18:00 5K and 36:40 10 K. Now at 69, I'm struggling to get below 28 minutes for the 5 K. My plan is to peak for next October when I turn 70. Even running as slowly as I do now, I should be competitive in the 70-80 age class. Thats awesome! I hope I can turn times like that when the age comes around. Keep it up! VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 Will be running an indoor 5000 this weekend and attempting to lower my PR. Goal is 14:53. We will see what the body has in mind. VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 Didn't make my goal time but still ran my a PR of 14:55. All in all, I'm happy. VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BraddA Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 ^^^Congrats. That is totally outrageous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 Thanks. There was some pretty even pacing throughout the first 2 miles and that helped big time! VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Finally tried 405 deadlift, I switched to overhand grip and only used straps when I needed to. I got one rep before my body said "wtf!". Was a good workout though definitely gonna feel it for a few days bring on the protein shakes! Wife signed us up for a color run unfortunately my foot is not having anything more than walking, standing, or sitting. Squats last week left me hurting like crazy and yesterday's work out about the same. Might have to go back to the dr for this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stm25rs Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 New personal best body weight: 166.0 lbs. Was ~145 in October 2013 when I got back in the gym. Was ~150 last November when I decided to refocus on weight training, started following more of a routine, and eating lots of food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted February 17, 2015 Share Posted February 17, 2015 Try to keep it clean and you should keep making solid gains. Lots of lean protein and unprocessed fruits and veggies. Way easier to start light and go up than the other way. Because when you are lifting heavy everything looks tasty lol! Keep up the good work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stm25rs Posted February 17, 2015 Share Posted February 17, 2015 Thanks! I'm sure I've gained a few pounds of fat, but going off the mirror, I'd say my bf% stayed about the same, something like 12-14%. Similar amount of definition, but definitely more muscle. Gonna keep bulking up until the end of March, which should put me just over 170, then going to cut, probably will need to lose ~10 lbs of fat...trying to get my first 6 (or maybe 8?) pack! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stm25rs Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Did a mini-cut at start of march. Dropped 5 lbs over about 3 weeks, down to 160, and got noticeably more defined. But my lifts stalled, so I said eff it, and hopped back on the bulk train. New max body weight, as of yesterday: 166.8 lbs New DL pr: 285 lbs. Can't wait to finally hit 3 plates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 I took a couple weeks off to remodel my garage. Now it's time to get back to it. Signed up for tough mudder this September so got to get ready for that my coworker talked me into it. He is almost 60 but does these events every chance he gets so me being in my 30s I really don't want to embarrass myself by now finishing. Seriously considering doing insanity 60 day challenge up to the run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porsche5k Posted June 8, 2015 Share Posted June 8, 2015 Thanks. There was some pretty even pacing throughout the first 2 miles and that helped big time! These are beastly times, I run a lot but nothing close to this. Did you run in college? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted June 8, 2015 Share Posted June 8, 2015 5 weeks ago I embarked on a new challenge....100 chin-ups in 10 minutes. First attempt - 48 Last week - 65 I'm getting there...shooting for 70 this week. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWebb Posted September 1, 2015 Share Posted September 1, 2015 edging on 32, never been a runner but started two years ago. PRs this year after improving over last: 5k 21:25 10k 44:57 half 1:39:22 need to work on bringing the pace down, I can rock a 5:57 mile but it freaked me out and I backed way the hell off in a 5k back in the spring. goal next year is to go sub 20 in a 5k. major thanks to jasejase for a TON of running advice and support, even if I barely listen your times are out of proportion Didn't make my goal time but still ran my a PR of 14:55. All in all, I'm happy. age? Thats like HS fast not old man fast Me: 5k: 19:54 5K 20:58 pushing a stroller 1/2 1:39 full 3:38 This year is a target of sub 3:35 full. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stm25rs Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 Squatted 200 lbs x 3 today. Not crazy weight, but new best for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRSCobra Posted November 6, 2015 Share Posted November 6, 2015 Man this thread makes me want to get back to working out. Been over 2 years since I've had a consistent schedule that facilitated a serious workout routine, but here are my personal bests: 2 miles (Army APFT)- 11:46 @20 years old, 6' 165lbs Bench press- 295x3 @29 years old, 6' 205lbs (no spotter to try for a 1 rep max) Deadlift- 395x1 @ 30 years old, 6' 195lbs I've done a few other things I've been proud of, like pushups and situps for the 2 minute Army APFT, but I can't remember the exact numbers (over 100) so I won't bother posting them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 Squatted 200 lbs x 3 today. Not crazy weight, but new best for me. Missing my squat days, work and school is cutting into my workout time too much lol. Work on stiff leg deadlifts that will help stabilize your leg strength and help your squat, don't be afraid to go heavy, but with proper form. Even if you have to video yourself and then self critique get the form right. Be proud of the fact you are in the minority actually doing squats! Best exercise ever for gains! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 5 weeks ago I embarked on a new challenge....100 chin-ups in 10 minutes. First attempt - 48 Last week - 65 I'm getting there...shooting for 70 this week. I have been hitting pull ups regularly trying to get a little more width and arm strength. My sets are terrible though, I can only get 9 straight on wide grip. Working on doing 50 per session in as many sets as it takes to get them done. Then hitting the barbell rows after and ending with arm burners. Also hit a new PR for me 36:05 5k chipped run this time so its legit! I almost trained for it too...lol no i didn't. Don't laugh too hard at my PR I am very proud. I will be thrilled to get to 25-27 minutes one day! I just don't like running to get in the way of my weight lifting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottybuckeye Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 February will mark 7 years as a Personal Trainer. I am also a Powerlifter. In competition (August 2015) Bodyweight 207lb Squat 515lb Bench Press 375lb Deadlift 610lb In Gym: Military Press 230lb Power Clean 235lb Chin Up +125lb (bodyweight 207lb) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 These are beastly times, I run a lot but nothing close to this. Did you run in college? Sorry, haven't been around here for quite awhile. I did run in high school and college, though I was more of a 400m / 800m guy. My old age has required me to move up in distance VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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