Intrawebs’s BodyBlog

I have no clue why my fat calipers two weeks ago after 3 seperate measurements gave me 17% and then today after two measurements gave me 20% and I actually only gained .5 lbs.  Im not sure what is accurate, but, I was able to pinch a hell of a lot on my belly.  I also measured on the same day/time (Sunday morning).

Anyway, I’ll try again tomorrow and see how consistant this thing is.  Didnt eat well through the 4th, lots of processed junk. 

It’s a good thing and a bad thing I suppose.  I was planning on starting my 12 week program on the 7th, but, after 3 days of watching the bowflex DVD and doing it’s exercises I’ve realized I’m to tall (6′4") to fully extend many of the cables as detailed in the DVD even with the extenders.

On the plus side, I got it cheap and should be able to flip it and then buy some olympic weights and dumbbells and a bench.  Ideally I would like a Power Rack System, but I cant find a used one at all in Seattle.  So, still doing HIIT rowing 3-4 days per week for another week or two.

I bought a bowflex for $450 from craigslist vs. the $1200 retail and its never been used.  Now, mind you Im very limited on space so being able to do full body in a compact space is great.  Eventually when I have more room (can you say home equity loan) and then I’ll by some new equipment.

Anyway, moving stuff around today to make room for it.  I’ve watched the DVD once which is great becuase it shows every exercise and proper technique for it.  Tonight I hope to actually go through them all and pick my favorites and plan a couple of routines.  The wife and kids are in France right now, so, Led Zepplin is on full blast, it’s 80 degrees outside and sunny.  Great day!

Ive read through Dr. Warren Willey’s book "Better than Steroids" now 2 times.  This book sums up the title of this post for the most part.  While my wife and I have been eating well about 70% of the time, we werent eating the right foods at the right time as well as eating well 95% of the time.

It’s amazing really, a huge eye opener on how critical foods are and their makeup of fats, carbs and proteins.  I’m going to do the 12 week gain muscle loose fat outline that he has in the book on page 148 and post pictures every two weeks.  Looking to start this in about 1 week.

Well, I’ve never been one to share photos of myself and make online friends.  The whole social networking thing just isnt me, untill now.   I’m going to be posting more pics here soon for those that want to see what a sasquatch really looks like, or as my daughter says a "hairy gorilla".  Well, theres no turning back now.

Enough for now and much more to come!  I’ll be updating every last bit of this blog and my Body Space.  So, if you are just starting out I would love to hear from ya or if you are all toned up and have some advice to give that will be welcomed just as much!