nate, honey, please give us more credit than that!!! jill is totally welcome on the forum… there has been no ‘thunder stealing’ there are plenty of t-men to go around!! grin what did you expect though? i’m not exactly drooling over her like the rest of you! (though i can certianly appreciate the body!) welcome to the forum jill…just be careful, it can get addicting!!!
I’m glad to see that there are no riffs going on due to me bringing Jill to the forum. I know you vixens are cool. I just had the thought cross my mind. And since none of the vixens posted, I wasn’t sure if they were checking out my site or skipping right over it b/c of Jill. So did you check out Timbo and I on my site, Michelle? 
Nate, from your website and your posts here, one can see that you
are truly dedicated to weight-related lifestyle. However, there is
one thing I do not agree with. I do not like the sentence "I will
never be a bodybuilder, I do not have a large frame, so I decided
to go for functional strength. I agree that you may not have Greg
Kovacs’ size or some other IFBB Pro’s genetics, but you have what
you have, and if you are into bodybuilding, you certainly do have
something to work with. 18 months ago yours truly was (who is btw.
exactly the same age as you) 275 lb @ 35 % bf fatass, and that’s
how things were most of his life. Today, he was flexing in the gym
in front of mirror with his training partner and got some compliments
about how his arms and legs have nice definition. I may not be the
largest guy around, I may not be the strongest by far, I am not
the leanest of the most cut guy, but I know that
nobody will do my job in the gym and behind the plate when I am
eating. If you are into functional strenght, that is fine with me,
but the explanation on the site is certainly not the most inspirative
one. It is sometimes better to avoid quoting proverbs originating from
foreign language - and English is my third language - but I think you
have a saying that goes something like this - “When there is a will,
there is a way”. Remember that. I hope when functional training starts
making you bored, you will enter the gym again. 
Another thing,
you have a body many guys will die for, especially fatasses who are
trying to shed the blubber. I also notice that you have predisposition
towards gaining fat and that you very often post about training but
maybe you should concentrate more to nutrition. The best thing to do
is to up the calories because many people are stagnant or even gaining
fat at lower calories but start gaining muscle at slightly higher. If
you see results, you change your opinion very easily and I bet that 10
pounds of meat would look “hella” :-)) better on that “small frame of
yours”. Wow. This was quite an analysis, like I am paid for this or something.
Anyway, great car, forget the turbo charger, I like your buddy’s
R6 (tell him a Croatian friend of mine from Zagreb has R1, he’ll surely
be jealous :-))), give us some more of Jill so I can keep my buddy Draz
preocuppied with something during long upcoming fall nights :-), but tell
me just one thing - what is with the wifebeater thing, rehearsing to be
a couch potato with remote controller in one hand and six-pack in the other
or what? :-))))))
(Axy - Has been doin’ it in Eric the Monkeyboyish manner since 10 seconds ago
and dieting for two days longer than eternity. ;-)))
Easy there Monkeyboy! I know that wasn’t the exact quote, I was just making a reference. It is about time for me to watch it again though…haven’t seen it in a couple years.
Brady, I bet you get some classic looks from the people at the Y when you wear your Test. shirt too don't you? God knows I get them here in G.I.
Jill, will you marry me?
Hey Nate Dogg, cool site! I don’t know if I’m the first to give you props for the new pics (I think Jill is getting all the atention:) but good job bud. Looks like the “Renegade” training is working quite well for you. I also see your a huge Gators fan. What did you think about FSU getting smashed by NC last week? Peppers is a stud, so I was glad to see NC get a win. Anyway, great site and pics.
Great feedback my friend. I appreciate it. I will be going back to make some changes on the site. Yes, I am training more for functional strength with the hope of looking good naked at the same time. I still hit the gym three days a week focusing on many of the basic exercises. So even though I’m not bodybuilding, I’m still doing many of the same exercises, but in a different manner or for a different reason. Thank you for the compliments on my physique. Many times, when I see myself in the mirror, I don’t like what I’m looking at. When I saw those photos, I was like, “Wow. I actually look pretty decent.” That did motivate me more so. As well as the comments I’ve received from fellow T-men.
You are correct that I have read and tried many different training approaches. Yet, nutrition is the key to everything. The funny thing is, I originally started out knowing more about nutrition, and then I got into the training. It seems as though I’m at the opposite end now. I’ve learned more within the past 6 months than I have in the past six years. So you are correct, I should definitely pay more attention to nutrition. I like to keep it simple. I truly believe that all your goals can be met with basic food sources: Beef, Chicken, Fish, Eggs, Yogurt, Cottage Cheese, Fruits, Vegetables and nuts. That is the bulk of my diet. Now it’s only a matter of manipulating calories and meal combos to make more gains.
I'm sure I could add more weight, and I have tried many times. But every time I try to gain, I always gain fat and very little muscle. Maybe it's just something nutritionally that I'm doing wrong. But as I continue to read and learn, I hope to continue to make further gains. Sasa, again, thank you for your feedback. It is greatly appreciated.
I will be sure to tell PJ that you have a friend with an R1. He likes the R1, but it’s a bit too big for him! As for me and the wifebeater, there is no way I’ll ever let myself become a couch potato or white trash! Hey, sometimes, you just have to put it on. It’s great for the beach, pool or a hot day in Florida!
who? me? look at guys with their shirts off? naaaaah. timbo looks great…a bit ripped for my taste, but great none the less. you look just fiiine too! you both have serious balls to put your pics up, someday i hope too also…but that day is long in the future. i have to agree with the others though, you both could use some size! i’d rather see ‘smaller’ and lean than huge and ‘padded’ though!!! i can’t speak for the other ladies, but my guess is that they’ve looked. none of us are the jealous type, don’t you worry! jill, girl, any woman who wants to deal with these drooling looneys is just fine in my book (ok, maybe not ANY girl grin) i hope you stick around for a while! and hey, monkeyboy, where are you in NY??
Dayum! I gotta take some time off from the forum to tend to my other, scholastic life, and miss out on a ton of action…where does Timbo start…Hhmmmm
Jill...if the offer's still on the table, Timbo's got a vacant lap awaiting the hottest thing on T-mag since JB's last article--that'd be you:-) Glad you like the forum and hope you'll stick around. Definitely get some pics with the "free gift" (Vixen T) and give 'em to the Dogg to post.
E-Man…you are ridiculous! I’m coming to NYC right now, bro, because I’ve gotta chill wit ya…“HELLA-helicopter” had my ass rollin’, rollin’, rollin’ like Fred Durnst…you’re a crazy sumbitch and I love it. Now to take care of some bizniss, what’s the deal with the 5x5 and the rest of your bulking plan? You still need a little guidance there, bro?
Musicman…you speak the truth, my man. This T-Man desperately needs to add some mass to the frame. I’m working on it, bro, believe me…I’m working hella hard in the gym and keep pushin’ the envelope nutritionally. There’s more to it, though, and it goes beyond the scope of the forum.
Teddy...hey, brutha! Thanks for the props, big guy. Damn good results you got going for you...now your boy Timbo's just gotta do it up right like the Teddy-meister.
Sasa…that’s some hella hardcore and solid stuff there, bro…as always. Man, I really enjoy reading your posts, and your progress is outstanding! Way to go, T-Bro…keep doin’ what you’re doin’ and good luck.
Nate Dogg…gotta save the best for last! Wassup, brutha! Checked out the website and the new pics–hella cool music too, bro–and Timbo’s gotta say that his Top Dogg is doin’ it up right! Yeah, bro, those are some damn good pics, and personally, I think you’re well on your way to achieving your goals (notice I didn’t specify by saying that you’re well on your way to “lookin’ good nekid” because that might sound a little strange). But I do think that your physique now is nothing to be ashamed of and is better than top picture (1997 I believe). I’m going to try to keep my eye on this a little closer, though, because there’s just way too damn much goin’ down on this thread!
Well, looking at the average slob population, let me tell you one thing, you certainly do belong in the top percentile. It’s all a matter of choice, bodybuilding or functional strength. Let me tell you one thing, I believe deep down that having functional strength is probably much more important than just “looking good”. However, those two things somehow come together, they are closely related. Anyway, if you are not satisfied with your looks, just remember what you learned about yourself during this T-endeavour some fatass will never know - there is a lot to be proud of. As for the wifebeater thingy - you almost got away with it - I also live on the sea but do not wear a wifebeater, so you are lacking in the argument department here. :-)))))
Dogg, cool site, couple of suggestions:
1)The ALS scan link, you need to put a warning on that bad boy, i was looking at the site at work, click on the link and WHOAH BABY!! just as my boss walks right by, that took some quick talking.
2)You should get a guest book so all ya T-bros can sign in, let you know they dropped in at the Dogg House.
Oh yeah, and good pics, functional training seems to be working out pretty nicely for ya!
Cheers,
Stu.
Looks like a lot of Nebraska T-Men on this site. I am in Omaha…Home of the Ultimate T-Man Cy Wilson!
And DAMN Jill is a hottie!
Mr. Beefy, thank you for the props on my site and physique. Yes, the Renegade Training has definitely made a big difference for me. If you compare the new pics to the photos of me in Portland only a few months earlier, you can see the difference.
As for FSU falling to NC, I couldn’t believe it. We kept switching back and forth between that game and the Gator game. I almost felt sad for FSU for losing the game. But I also felt good knowing that the mighty Seminoles have become weakened. Which means, the Gators have a very good shot at defeating them in November and possibly playing for the national championship. GO GATORS!
Jason, my big bud. Psycho Rita won’t leave me alone! Ahh! Oh and damn it, I thought we were close…it’s TWO L’S, not one. Willson with two L’s please…how many times have I said that in my life span?! You’re still my bud though.
Michelle, Timbo and Stuey, thanks for the props and feedback. I’m working on packing on some mass for you Michelle! So send some of your cute friends my way. I’m a good guy looking for a good girl. Timbo, what’s up lil’ T-bro? I’m glad to hear that you are well and that you enjoyed the new pics. Keep up the eating my man, you’ll be thick in no time! Stuey, next time I have a chance, I’ll put a little warning beside the ALS Scan link. I’ve been laughing my ass off hearing the feedback from those who have decided to check it out. And yes, if you do it at work, make sure you are a quick thinker in case you get busted! LOL! Jill, where you at baby girl? I haven’t heard from you in a while. I may need to give you a call tonight to see what the haps are for the weekend. You know it’s about to get crazy here. Party tonight, Gator game Sat, and a bachelor party Sat night. It’s gonna be on like Donkey Kong! And you know I’m down for whatever!
Stuey, I’ll have to figure out how to set up a guest book for people to sign. That’s a cool idea. I’ll see what I can do about that. I’m sure my boy PJ can help me out. He’s the computer genius and does web site design and developing for a living.
It’s great getting feedback from everyone. And it’s nice to know that it has been positive. I was worried about having my site posted because I know there are a bunch of people waiting to crucify me. Luckily, they have not (knock on wood). I know the weaknesses that I have, and I plan on addressing them in the future. I’ll keep you posted!
Nate D.,Jill still beats both you and Timmy (don’t mind the nick,I’m under Passions influence).Just kidding (well…).Nate D,you look strong, I guess it’s because that back of yours look so hard.Let me tell you something: listen to Sasa,he is a freakin’ walking library( and I’m not saying this only because I know him) and his statement about more muscle and less fat gain on a higher calorie diet is definitely true.Like you, I gain fat fairly easy,but I noticed that my muscle to fat gain ratio is better on 4000 vs. 3300 calorie diet(massive eating,all clean food,no cheating).Jill,I’m glad you joined out little Testosterone parade here. You don’t have to allow Doggy to put your “drunk” pic on his website, but if I ask you politely,will you let him send me(personally) the picture?
I can see what you T-folk are getting at in advising Timbo to eat everything he can. I was there myself. 2 years ago I got down to about 7% bodyfat and had some pretty nice cuts all over the shop, but I didn’t have a whole lot of lean mass. All anyone really did was tell me to eat. So, 2 years down the track, I’m 20lbs heavier (up to 180lbs), and I’m about to start the Fat Fast tomorrow. There comes a time in the training program where some of us just NEED to see some way cool definition hapnin’! Now, I expect I’ll end up losing some muscle, so I may look a little small, but it’s all good. Hmmm… forgot my point. I guess my point is that us small, ripped b@stards realise we gotta eat, we just needed to take a couple of months out of our lives to briefly get ripped as a f#ck just for the fun of it! Great work Timbo, and cheers to all. Mark-AUS
Heya T-family. Lesse, who needed what 'round here? Ah, michelle, to answer your inquiry I’m on Long Island, spacious domain of white suburbanite teens full of angst and ‘representin’ through rap music in their paid-for Bimmers. Timbo, my tightest T-bro, getcher ass out here 'cuz I want to see how many different liquids I can get you to shoot through your nostrils at dinner. That goes for any of you, it’s an open challenge to sit with me in a public are with a beverage and not have at least 10% of said beverage on your shirt within a twenty minute time frame. This week I begin my “Monkey Mass Madness” experiment, of which I will keep ya’ll posted via special edition “Behind The Vines” posts which you may very well print out as their value is sure to escalate over time. Order now and get this handsome tote bag as our gift to you. But I…say it with me kids…Digress. I would like a little more help concerning my MMM program, alas my thread has remained dormant as everyone is clamoring to woo our new vixen, Jill. So, for that, I am in the process of building a sturdy and bitter resentment of her presence (sarcasm shall never die, my friends). T-freques, I beseech you (here comes the shameless plug…)help me out on the MMM thread, it’s been up here for like two weeks. In other MBE news, I saw Weezer in concert last night and it rocked. Knowing nearly every lyric to every song they played, I now have sore vocal cords, but a warm, fuzzy, happy feeling inside. If you haven’t puked yet, I suggest you find a nice pail and proceed. Warmest regards, lata.
"MB Eric: No oh-oh, he don't look like Buddy Holly, oh-oh but Mary Tyler wanted More...since 1955."
-Eric
I have missed out on alot…I was scrolling for day’s reading all the new post’s…I was kinda missing my T-mag guy’s so I thought I would pop in and say “Hi”…
Thank's Michelle ( I hope I spelled that right) for your message..I'm thinking us girl's hafta stick together when it come's to the "men" scene..
For the d00d that asked me to marry him…I just have a couple of questions… “are you worthy?” “can you make a girl laugh?” … but your a Nebraska fan so I’m sure we could work something out…
Nate: how did the party go? was the stripper everything you wanted her to be and more?..I told you…I would dance for free but you won’t take me up on it =)~
Timbo: get the lap ready cause I’m going to grab some skin and sit for awhile…
Made a mistake in my post. I’m up “20kgs” (44lbs) in two years, NOT “20lbs”. Cheers.
hey Cy, where exactly are you from? 30 minutes from Lincoln? I go to Iowa State right now, but I live in Omaha in the summer. It’d be cool to meet you. lata