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Steadily increasing but now I am limited because the max weight for the leg press machine is 1000lbs, and I’ve been going slightly over.

Leg press-495lbs X 15reps-1 set, 675X15-1, 855X15-1, 1055X10-1 and finished with 675 X15 - 1 set!

Leg curls (laying) 110lbs x 8 reps-1 set, 130X8-1, 140X8-1,

Leg extensions: 140lbs x 12 reps -1 set, 155X12-1, 170X12-1, 185X12-2

Leg extensions (single- 1 outer quad then 1 inner quads=one set) 65lbsX12reps - 2sets, 50lbsX12reps-2 sets.

Leg curls again

130lbs-8 reps- 3 sets

As I was in the gym the other day, I noticed that the majority of the people there, were people that I have seen in the last couple of months (regulars).  Now, I have not drastically changed, but it’s coming along pretty good.  But for some others in there, no changes as far as the physique go, but maybe they have gained in strength, which is good.  Then there are those who just seem "lost" about the whole concept of the gym.  Same exercise routine, no change.  This is MY interpretation of the gym: the bonsai tree is a tree that has to be manicured, pruned, well-taken care.  If not it won’t look the way it should look like.  Certain tools are needed for this process.  Like the bonsai tree, our bodies need great attention to achieve what we really want.  Even if it is just losing weight.  Right foods, right exercises, and so on.  Also, you have to listen to your body, MORE is not always better for whatever situation.  To further explain this, on the body, a good example is the triceps which consists of three (tri) muscles.  All three muscles must be worked, and sometimes separately just to fully maximize the separations.  Same with the quads, I know that I have to hit the "teardrop" more, to get it larger and more defined.  I just don’t like to see people come day in and day out into the gym and in a couple of months, look the same, and then get frustrated and quit.  Education is what is needed.  I have to study my body and see where else I need to improve.  But the most important thing is sticking with working out for no less than 4-6 weeks.  Results just don’t come overnight.  A very good Book says: Study to shew thyself approved…….KJV.  So don’t give up, hang in there at all costs.  Be educated about what you are doing and what goal you are trying to reach.  I’ll be the first person to say, if there is a better way to get this done, I’m listening.  There are many experienced people who are on this website and love to share such valuable and worthy information.  Information anywhere else may cost something.  I thank those who help us that are trying to get there!

Went a little bit heavier with a few less reps this time.  Here are the lifting stats:

Leg press-435lbs X 15reps-1 set, 635X15-1, 815X15-1, 995X10-1, 1045X8-1 and finished with 725 X15 - 2 sets!

Leg curls (laying) 80lbs x 8 reps-1 set, 100X8-1,120X8-1, 140X8-1

Leg extensions: 140lbs x 12 reps -1 set, 155X12-1, 170X12-1, 185X12-1

Leg extensions (single- 1 outer quad then 1 inner quads=one set) 65lbsX12reps - 2sets, 80lbsX12reps-2 sets.

As I sat here looking at all the different profile names, I tell myself, so many people with different names of self-description of their attitudes, styles, passion, fashion and how  they may see themselves as, was or going to be.  Sometimes the names of the profile are names of character names from X-Men.  Some names are funny, some sad, some joyful, some weird, and some just simple.  Keep on encouraging one another and giving that boost that we sometimes need, just to make out to the gym.  Do what is needed that we sometimes do feel like doing.  Ask the ones who have been there, are trying to get there for guidance and a direction to go in.  Some are striving for the competition stage and some just want to lose the weight to be happy again.  We are all different, in all ways, yet still have that commonality of one mind for better health, better eating habits, better living and just setting our own goals and accomplishing them.  We strive together as a family for support and glad to hear the compliments when we have achieved the goals.  Thank you and I pray each one of you meet your goals!

Went a little bit heavier with a few less reps this time.  Here are the lifting stats: 

Leg press-395lbs X 20reps-1 set, 595X15-1, 745X15-1, 925X15-1, 1015X12-1!

Leg curls (laying) 110lbs x 8 reps-1 sets, 125X8-3,

Leg extensions: 155lbs x 12 reps -1 set, 175X12-1, 185X10-1, 200X10-1, 215X10-1

Leg curls:125×8-3,

Leg extensions (single- 1 outer quad then 1 inner quads=one set) 50lbsX12reps - 2sets, 65lbsX12reps-2 sets.

Had a great pump!

Just read this a little while ago.  Such a tragic incident with sports cream.  Please be careful.  I hope this helps someone.  Just click on the link below to read:

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070609/ap_on_he_me/muscle_cream_death;_ylt=AgZtt4XfID6g.Oxm5qdhti4DW7oF

Yes, you read it correctly!  Here are my lifts for today:

Leg press-425lbs X 15reps-1 set, 625X1-1, 805X15-1, 1005X15-1, finished with 715X15-2!

Leg curls (laying) 110lbs x 8 reps-2 sets, 125X1-1,

Leg extensions: 125lbs x 12 reps -1 set, 150X12-1, 185X12-1, 205X12-1

Leg curls:125×8-3,

Leg extensions (single- 1 outer quad then 1 inner quads=one set) 65lbsX12reps - 2sets, 80lbsX12reps-2 sets.

Had a great pump!

Today was back day and it was alright.  Here are my lifts:

Shrugs (Body Master Machine) -  1 plate on each side X12, 2X12, 3X12, 4×8

Seated rows (upper back) (machine)- 4X12 with 110lbs

Seated rows (lower back) (machine)- 4X8X110, 150, 200, 200

Pull downs (machine) 4X12

Straight armed pulldowns 4X12

Biceps: 3X8 with 95lbs

Felt good, but still had lots of energy.

Here are my lifts on decline: 135X15, 185X15, 225X12, 245X8, 265X8, 275X5, 295X2 cable flyes: 4X50, 70, 90, 90 Started dips- 2X8 Finished up with incline as a fatigue: 185X8X2 Did standing bicep curls (dumbbells) 30X12, 40X8, 40X8

Time after time when we get addicted to this life, and we sometimes go over and beyond our own goals.  We want to do more and want more, (more is better syndrome).  But we always have to realize key important factors. 

1. The body needs time to heal and repair itself from the rigorous cycle it has just gone through.
2. We need to stay focus, but in the realm of all things, you need to alot yourselves a “me” time.  Schedule a time with family, eat certain food and go out and do activities.  There has to be a break somewheres.  When you are scheduling your week, you need to alot a cheat food, but with that being said, this is how I do it:  in my carb intake being at 30-85 grams, peanut butter (2 tbsp) is factored into that amount to reach my desired carb intake for that day.  No more withdrawals or excessive cravings.  I still maintaining my goals and getting my “rewards’ also.
3. Too many times, I see people quitting the working out and “diet” because it takes great discipline and will to change your lifestyle to something different.  Pizzas just don’t disappear, it becomes a greater temptation.  What do you do?  Eliminate it all, and then in the wee hours of the night, you go out and eat a large pizza by yourself instead you should “reward” your goals you have met with a slice, just so the mind, and stomach can release the pizza temptation?!
4. We can’t overdo it!  That’s is a broad statement.  That applies to all areas of bodybuilding.  We have to ensure all areas are being met and go from there.  “ADJUST and READJUST” if needed. 
5. For those who are just starting, don’t get frustrated after a week and you don’t see any difference.  I always say, it takes at least 4-6 weeks to see changes.
6. Plateaus will come and go, you really have to shock the body!  You have to change workout routines, cardio routines, sometimes different time of the day when you workout, just to keep the body from getting into the state of normality.

You are the only one that can make a difference in yourself.  If the mind is willing, the body will have to just do it……….you control your outcome.  Good Luck!