911muscle19’s BodyBlog

Today was the first time I worked legs in awhile.  I can’t remember exactly when becuase it’s been so long.  Anyways, I started off with leg extensions to warm up my knees.  After four quick sets of those, I went over to the smith machine so I get the technique down.  Warmed up with a 45 on each side for one set of 12, then loaded each side of the bar with another 45.

I once read in a magazine about hardcore, insane leg workouts that seem to never end.  One of the exercises was squatting your body weight 20 reps for 10 sets.  Of course, these types of workouts are only to be done once a month.  I completed the 1st set with no trouble at all, getting the feel for the workout.  My legs felt good at this point.  Drank some water and stretched my legs out a little to get ready for the next set.  Did that one, feeling it at the end and when I got out from under the bar, my legs were wobbly, haha.  Now I was really feeling it.  Then came the 3rd set.  I struggled with the last few reps and could barely walk afterword.

Had to take a few minutes to get myself together because I felt like I was going to ralf.  Took some deep breaths to calm down my stomach.  Stretched out my legs and had some more water, then I put on my belt again.  Everytime I tighten my belt, my stomach notices.  Time for the 4th set and I knew I might die.  After struggling with the last 10 or so reps,  I thought I was in hell.  There was no way I was going to be able to complete all 10 sets, so I had to settle for 5.

My legs felt like jell-o after squatting and I wasn’t even done yet.  Then I did 3 sets of lying leg curls and then some calf exercises.  My first leg workout in awhile was finally complete.  Now I could go back to my dorm room and relax for the rest of the night.  I’m not moving anywhere, haha.

WOW!!! What a weekend I had! From Friday March 2- Sunday March 4, I had the greatest time of my entire life.  I went to Columbus, OH with some friends to go to the 2007 Arnold Classic Expo.  The car ride sucked, with three of the widest shoulders packed in the back for 3 some hours, but once we got there, I could care less about the ride.  When I first walked through the doors of the Expo, I was amazed.  So many professionals, supplements, the most gorgeous women in the world, and fans who love the sport.  I walked around for about 4 hours the first day, not really getting much free samples and whatnot.  Come Saturday there was so much fascinating experiences I never thought I would ever have.  While I was at "The Cage," Secret Service came walking through making an aisle with dogs.  My friends and I thought there was a bomb threat or some drug ring happening, but what I notice next changed  my life.  I saw Arnold Schwarzenegger, the Governor of California, famous actor, and the greatest bodybuilder ever.  He took a photo with a company right behind "The Cage" and then he left, walking through the path made by his security.  But before this happened, as he left the booth after taking a photo with some of the athletes, he literally stared into my eyes.  I was eye-to-eye with the one and only Arnold Schwarzenegger, no joke.  How many people can saw they looked eye-to-eye with Arnold Schwarzenegger?  I sure as hell can.

As i continued to watch what was happening in "the Cage," I was in the presence of Joe Ladnier, one of the best powerlifters out there.  He was deadlifting over 600 pounds at 40+ years of age. Damn!!  In between his lifts, he was giving a seminar of himself and some of the "Animals" in "The Cage."  I dont have enough time to talk about this, but let me just say, this was quite an experience; one i will never forget.

As they day continued, I had the opportunity to meet Jesser Merunde, a World Strongest Man competitor from the US.  He is one big mother f***er!! His hand is the size of my head, but one hell of a nice guy.  I also got to watch world records being broked in the bench press competition, of of the guys whome my buddy knows from his hometown. 

The last and most certainly not least, professional i met, in person was Jamie Eason.  Let me just tell you she is the most gorgeous women I have ever seen.  We had a nice conversation, and I also introduced two of my friends to her.  She is very nice, very very very attractive and has a great personality.  Thanks Jamie and thanks to all of the professionals, and of course Arnold, for making an appearance to represent what you all love the most. 

I will be back next year and I hope all of you will too.  I had the time of my life and I’m glad you were there too!!

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