Hey guys-
I started reading T-Nation about 6 months ago and have really enjoyed
the articles and forums. I am a little nervous about posting my
pics/measurements up here though because, frankly, they aren’t good.
Anyhow, quick history on me… I’ve been lifting on/off (off due to injuries which occurred during lifting (back, shoulder, wrist, etc))
since high school. I have learned the hard way about training correctly and finally feel like I have a handle on that aspect thanks in large part to T-Nation. Right now I am 25, 6 feet tall at 206.5 lbs. Honestly, I know I’m fat with no base to speak of.I’m just getting started again after another injury and want to give it a serious try with a good routine and kick ass diet.
Plan
Training: I work a lot so the only time I can go to the gym is early
in the morning. After reading a lot of articles on T-Nation, I found
a workout program I liked and fit into my schedule. It’s Joel Marion’s
“Time Efficient Hypertrophy.”
Diet: On top of drinking about a gallon of water a day, I made a
diet that conformed to Berardi’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective Diets
and will follow his tailor made nutrition guide when I need to make
changes to my diet. I can post what I have come up with if people are
interested.
Supplements: Whey Protein, Fish oil, flax oil, CLA, multi vitamin,
B-12, folic acid, Vit E, green tea, Vit C, and HOT-ROX
Goals: I was thinking around 225 at about 10% BF within a year(I would
say I’m low to mid 20’s in the picture). I don’t know if that is realistic
but it’s my goal.
Lifts: (pathetic I know)
Bench: 205 lbs (always been my worst lift)
Deadlift: 300 lbs
Squat: 250 lbs (all the way down)
Lift Goals:
Bench: 315 lbs
Deadlift: 450 lbs
Squat: 400 lbs
Any constructive criticism is much appreciated…
(I actually started this on Apr 6 but decided to post today, so some of this is post dated)
4/6/06 Measurements
Weight: 206.5 lb
Waist: 92 cm (36.25")
Chest: 106.5 cm (42")
Arms: R+L 38.5 cm (15.25")