Columbus OH Animals

[deanna7272]

Yeah unfortunately, I won't be able to make this one I don't believe. OSU/MI game, and I'm a pretty big MI fan, so sounds like all my OSU friends want me to attend their get together in Ashville, and pretty sure I won't be able to train after that.

Get at it though, I am sure it will be awesome!

I saw the pic of you and your girl in jerseys on FB... Hmmmmpfff... I had NO idea...

O-H..

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[deanna7272]

Once again fellas, the time has come to start preparing for the next Ohio Valley ABC!!!

So far, here are the details... It will again be held the day after the Mid Atlantic Grand Prix held at the Wheeling Island Hotel/Casino and Gaming Center.

The ABC will be...

When: November 18, 2012
Time: 11 am - ??
Where: The Body Shop, Yorkville, Ohio
**Cost: $5.00
PWO: TBA

** Cost will be waived if you show your ticket stub/etc from the show Saturday. I will be working the show, so even if ya forget, I will remember...lol.

I know it's a while away, but of course, things are in the works.... I'm just getting the word out...

Bumpity bump bump..

[Blondie Weapon X]

Since Nov 24th is the OSU & Michigan game AND its Thanksgiving weekend I want to reschedule this ABC for Sunday December 9th.
Can this work for most??

[Blondie Weapon X]

Wanted to throw this out there...
Im still available for the 24th for anyone that would like to keep this date too.
Let me hear from ya!

[tark]

dont think ill be able to make that 9th either...the first two weeks of december are going to be pretty busy for work...like i said tho hope you guys have a good turnout and kick ass time!

[Kowboy]

Dec 9th is way better for me

[Blondie Weapon X]

Dec 9th is way better for me

Are we good for your gym??

[Christman]

Dec 9th is way better for me

Same for me.

[FitPrincess122]

I think i can make either work!

[Madcat]

9th should be fine here too. Definitely looking forward to it.

[RedlegDbell]

24th is good...9th is better. I'm good with Trebin's place or the Worthington Metro. Moving this will increase the chances I make it over to the ABC at the Body Shop with D and the gang on the 18th so that's a good thing for sure.

[Blondie Weapon X]

GREAT!! It looks like the 9th of December is working out to be better for most!!

Next Columbus Oh Animals ABC:
DEC. 9TH

----time and place now??
1:00 pm at Beyond Limits gym??

[deanna7272]

As you are all aware Superstorm Sandy threw one heck of a punch to the Eastern seaboard including NJ, NY, etc.

Since Universal Nutrition/Animal is based out of New Brunswick, NJ. They were also hit by Sandy, but only power outages affected the area, thank goodness. Many of the employees/forvm members are personal friends and being here in Ohio, I have a felt terrible that there's not much I can do to help.

I thought long and hard about how we could give back to a company that has done so much and given so much to the Legion and ABC families. Fortunately, having an Ohio Valley ABC so soon after, I felt was the perfect way to help those in need. I notified Jason and Eric at Universal with some thoughts and asked what we, as a chapter, could do to help. I asked for organization names (other than Red Cross and/or FEMA) to see about sending some type of donation to help, above and beyond money.

Universal Nutrition supplied me with a couple choices and I chose the Covenant House of New Jersey. It is a shelter for homeless children and teens that is now also housing those that were evacuated from their homes. Many are still in shelters due to lack of homes, lack of safety, lack of electricity, and the loss of all they hold dear.

I am asking you, as a chapter member and/or guest to The Body Shop, to bring in new or gently used items that would benefit children and teens in need. Toiletries, clothes, books, magazines, stuffed animals, toys, blankets, etc. are all welcomed. I am going to be talking with The Covenant House tomorrow to see if they have "specific needs" that we can help with!!

I appreciate your willingness to help those that are in need by donating items to children displaced by Superstorm Sandy!! If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at 740-381-4651

~Deanna

[Blondie Weapon X]

ABC UPDATE!!
Erik "THE HOUSE" is the Coach of his son's football team and the banquet is being held on Sun Dec 9
...SO with that being said we would like to schedule this
ABC for SATURDAY DECEMBER 8
Will 4pm work we can do earlier if necessary.

Im still thinking Beyond Limits gym.
http://www.beyondlimitstraining.net/
This gym is near the Metrofitness that we go to during the Arnold.

[Kowboy]

Saturday works for me, I will head there after my strongman training. Should be pretty awesome.

[Blondie Weapon X]

Saturday works for me, I will head there after my strongman training. Should be pretty awesome.

Oh good!!
I really want Erik to come. I may have another guest too :)
WooWoo!! You'll like!! :)

[RedlegDbell]

ABC UPDATE!!
Erik "THE HOUSE" is the Coach of his son's football team and the banquet is being held on Sun Dec 9
...SO with that being said we would like to schedule this
ABC for SATURDAY DECEMBER 8
Will 4pm work we can do earlier if necessary.

Im still thinking Beyond Limits gym.
http://www.beyondlimitstraining.net/
This gym is near the Metrofitness that we go to during the Arnold.

That should be fine for me too. Another surprise guest? Regardless of who else is there, I plan to be there. Thanks Dixie.

[RedlegDbell]

Saturday works for me, I will head there after my strongman training. Should be pretty awesome.

Even though that's leg day, I think I'll be ready to try some reps on the log press. I hope you have your teaching hat on that day Mark haha

[Christman]

I'll be there.

[Blondie Weapon X]

That should be fine for me too. Another surprise guest? Regardless of who else is there, I plan to be there. Thanks Dixie.

This is awesome!! Im really looking forward to this ABC!!

[Blondie Weapon X]

I'll be there.

What do you think your workout is gonna be?

[Kowboy]

Oh good!!
I really want Erik to come. I may have another guest too :)
WooWoo!! You'll like!! :)

We shooting for 1pm?

[Blondie Weapon X]

We shooting for 1pm?

We can shoot for 1.
4:00 works better for Erik's schedule. But he can come earlier if that is better for all. We were trying to get a time so that The Landlord (aka Erik's wife Heather) could workout too with us.
So is 1 a better time for the gym?
Btw...Good luck at your Strongman comp!! What time does that start? and Where is it?

[Blondie Weapon X]

ANIMAL BARBELL CLUB

Sat Dec 8 . 4:00 pm
Beyond Limits Training
294 E. Long St. Columbus, Ohio

Dinner -
Bd's Mongolian Barbeque
295 Marconi Blvd.
Columbus OH 43215

Special Guest - Erik Fankhouser!!

[Kowboy]

So glad to be back in town, San Antonio was fun but the training was a drag. 4pm should be good, I am training down at Beyond Limits this week.

[Dynamite]

I live over in Indy. I'm thinking about hitting this abc up. This would be my first one. Since I'm not from Ohio is it ok for me to participate?

[Kowboy]

I live over in Indy. I'm thinking about hitting this abc up. This would be my first one. Since I'm not from Ohio is it ok for me to participate?

Hell yeah man, I can send you my cell if you need just in case you can't find it or have any issues.

[The House]

ANIMAL BARBELL CLUB

Sat Dec 8 . 4:00 pm
Beyond Limits Training
294 E. Long St. Columbus, Ohio

Dinner -
Bd's Mongolian Barbeque
295 Marconi Blvd.
Columbus OH 43215

Special Guest - Erik Fankhouser!!

cant wait to see everyone.. thanks blondie

[The House]

training arms.. gun show time.

[Kowboy]

I need to figure out something to train there as well. I am doing my event training in the morning. Is there anything anyone wants to do? I may be able to push my squats to then.

[Dynamite]

Hell yeah man, I can send you my cell if you need just in case you can't find it or have any issues.

Yeah man, that would be good. I just map quested it but just in case would be good. Thanks!

[Christman]

I need to figure out something to train there as well. I am doing my event training in the morning. Is there anything anyone wants to do? I may be able to push my squats to then.

I'll have legs on the schedule that day, could prolly use some help with my squatting form.


Yeah man, that would be good. I just map quested it but just in case would be good. Thanks!

I-70 all the way from Indy, you shouldn't be off the highway for more than 5 mins before you get to the gym. Looking forward to meeting you.

[Christman]

ANIMAL BARBELL CLUB

Sat Dec 8 . 4:00 pm
Beyond Limits Training
294 E. Long St. Columbus, Ohio

Dinner -
Bd's Mongolian Barbeque
295 Marconi Blvd.
Columbus OH 43215

Special Guest - Erik Fankhouser!!

Will there be a charge to get in? Just want to be sure I'll have some cash with me in case.

[Kowboy]

Will there be a charge to get in? Just want to be sure I'll have some cash with me in case.

5 bucks I think per person.

[Kowboy]

I'll have legs on the schedule that day, could prolly use some help with my squatting form.



I-70 all the way from Indy, you shouldn't be off the highway for more than 5 mins before you get to the gym. Looking forward to meeting you.

You and me both, I have my oly shoes so who knows how I will look lol.

[Universal Rep]

ANIMAL BARBELL CLUB

Sat Dec 8 . 4:00 pm
Beyond Limits Training
294 E. Long St. Columbus, Ohio

Dinner -
Bd's Mongolian Barbeque
295 Marconi Blvd.
Columbus OH 43215

Special Guest - Erik Fankhouser!!

Lookin like a solid get together... Where's the headcount?

[G Diesel]

Thanks for the heads up on this event fellas. Awesome to see you guys getting together with The House in Ohio aka Animal Country.

We'll make sure a care package gets sent to the gym ASAP for the event. I'm also updating the calendar as we speak.

Peace, G

[Kowboy]

Thanks for the heads up on this event fellas. Awesome to see you guys getting together with The House in Ohio aka Animal Country.

We'll make sure a care package gets sent to the gym ASAP for the event. I'm also updating the calendar as we speak.

Peace, G

Ill let Rich at the gym know one is headed his way. he is an awesome dude and I am glad I talked him about this. Looks like we will have an awesome turnout.

[Kowboy]

Thanks to Dixie as well for setting all of this up.

[mulisha]

Hey guys I'm new hear but wanted to give a heads up that if I don't work I will be making the hall to this event

[Universal Rep]

Hey guys I'm new hear but wanted to give a heads up that if I don't work I will be making the hall to this event

Nice...


Headcount...

- The House
- Blondie Weapon X
- Trebin
- RedlegDbell
- Domichi
- Dynamite
- mulisha

[RedlegDbell]

Stoked to see some new Animals looking to come in for this one. Big shout out to Blondie Weapon X and Trebin for making this thing go! What's up G? You're not making the trip down? Haha, I was looking forward to seeing you and House train together again like you did at Iron Asylum in C-Town. Anyway...

Headcount...

- The House
- Blondie Weapon X
- Trebin
- RedlegDbell
- Domichi
- Dynamite
- mulisha
- Sief09

[Blondie Weapon X]

cant wait to see everyone.. thanks blondie
YOU CANT WAIT??!! WE CANT WAIT!!


training arms.. gun show time.
..nice, I may join ya


Lookin like a solid get together... Where's the headcount?
Good idea!!


Thanks for the heads up on this event fellas. Awesome to see you guys getting together with The House in Ohio aka Animal Country.

We'll make sure a care package gets sent to the gym ASAP for the event. I'm also updating the calendar as we speak.

Peace, G
This is awesome! Thank G


Thanks to Dixie as well for setting all of this up.
no thanks needed Mark! I love getting the Animals together! Thank you for your help on the gym!>


Stoked to see some new Animals looking to come in for this one. Big shout out to Blondie Weapon X and Trebin for making this thing go! What's up G? You're not making the trip down? Haha, I was looking forward to seeing you and House train together again like you did at Iron Asylum in C-Town. Anyway...

Headcount...

- The House
- Blondie Weapon X
- Trebin
- RedlegDbell
- Domichi
- Dynamite
- mulisha
- Sief09
I may have a few coming from my way...Ill let you know

[GODSEY]

Stoked to see some new Animals looking to come in for this one. Big shout out to Blondie Weapon X and Trebin for making this thing go! What's up G? You're not making the trip down? Haha, I was looking forward to seeing you and House train together again like you did at Iron Asylum in C-Town. Anyway...

Headcount...

- The House
- Blondie Weapon X
- Trebin
- RedlegDbell
- Domichi
- Dynamite
- mulisha
- Sief09

Count me in guys, sorry this got away from me. I will be up in Columbus this weekend to join you for some fun. It looks like arms and calf day for me too. Thanks to Trebin for reminding me or else I would have missed it.

[Kowboy]

Count me in guys, sorry this got away from me. I will be up in Columbus this weekend to join you for some fun. It looks like arms and calf day for me too. Thanks to Trebin for reminding me or else I would have missed it.

I figured you just overlooked it. It will be a good time.

[RedlegDbell]

Headcount...

- The House
- Blondie Weapon X
- Trebin
- RedlegDbell
- Domichi
- Dynamite
- mulisha
- Sief09
- GODSEY

[Blondie Weapon X]

it's like a count down to Christmas .....3 more days!!

[Madcat]

I have no idea how I missed this but yeah, Im in for Saturday. Been wanting to check this gym out anyways so add in ABC, winning all around.

Sorry I missed the post earlier, also I believe Saturday will be LEGS for me.......

[Madcat]

I need to figure out something to train there as well. I am doing my event training in the morning. Is there anything anyone wants to do? I may be able to push my squats to then.

Trebin, Domichi, Me, anyone else? LEG day. I've been needing a good partner for legs so yeah, let's do this. Then grub until we pass out.

[Kowboy]

Trebin, Domichi, Me, anyone else? LEG day. I've been needing a good partner for legs so yeah, let's do this. Then grub until we pass out.

Hell yeah! Finish it up w/ some heavy ass farmers walks. I believe a couple of the guys I do strongman w/ are coming so they should be able to help w/ any of those lifts.

[Madcat]

Yes sir

[D-NUTZ]

Ah man, wish I could make it.

This is the weekend before finals for me.

Next time guys! Have a blast.

[RedlegDbell]

Legstravaganza lol. Sief09 and I are hitting legs too. Squats, front squats or leg press, speed deads and calves. I also want to get some work in with the log press (1st time) and some atlas stones!

[Kowboy]

Legstravaganza lol. Sief09 and I are hitting legs too. Squats, front squats or leg press, speed deads and calves. I also want to get some work in with the log press (1st time) and some atlas stones!

They have a 180 and a 220 stone there. 1 10" wood log and 1 12" steel log.

[Dynamite]

I'm torn on what I wanna do...I was thinking maybe chest/ back or maybe arms. I'm really down for whatever.

[Madcat]

Yeah, I can pretty much hit anything if there's too many doing legs and it's going to tie up the equipment, granted I have no idea how many cages etc. they have.

I'd like to get a bit of cardio in too I think, I took last night off and this whole week worked too late to make the gym except 2 days. I'll plan on legs still, but if not, I can hit them tomorrow or Monday(Monday is normal leg day).

[Madcat]

Great ABC, huge props to everyone who made it happen! Ended up hitting legs with Domichi, and haven;t had a leg workout like that in a while. Loved it, already sore.

I'm sorry I couldnt make dinner, I got some news in the middle of the lift from home and I needed to go home and have some family time. Nothing personal, looks like you all had a nice dinner together and I hope I can make the next one.

Thanks to Heather and Erik for making the drive, and we had guys from Indy and Cincy both come for the event. Thank you to the gym too for hosting.

[RedlegDbell]

Great ABC, huge props to everyone who made it happen! Ended up hitting legs with Domichi, and haven;t had a leg workout like that in a while. Loved it, already sore.

I'm sorry I couldnt make dinner, I got some news in the middle of the lift from home and I needed to go home and have some family time. Nothing personal, looks like you all had a nice dinner together and I hope I can make the next one.

Thanks to Heather and Erik for making the drive, and we had guys from Indy and Cincy both come for the event. Thank you to the gym too for hosting.

That was a really good time. I know we'll be training there again and I am looking forward to it for sure.

[mulisha]

Sorry for missing out on u guys .I really wantedo to make a good first impression .ended up geting called into work .on the flip side going to train with some cellucore guys Tomaro sec will make up for it then

[Christman]

I hope all of those who made it out here to the home of the cage yesterday had a safe drive home. Hope to see everyone again very soon.


Great ABC, huge props to everyone who made it happen! Ended up hitting legs with Domichi, and haven;t had a leg workout like that in a while. Loved it, already sore.

I'm sorry I couldnt make dinner, I got some news in the middle of the lift from home and I needed to go home and have some family time. Nothing personal, looks like you all had a nice dinner together and I hope I can make the next one.

Thanks to Heather and Erik for making the drive, and we had guys from Indy and Cincy both come for the event. Thank you to the gym too for hosting.

Yeah man, we really destroyed it. My legs nearly gave out on me after hacks and before SLDL's. It's gonna hurt for a while. Also, totally understandable about not being able to hit up the dinner with us, family should always be the #1 priority.



That was a really good time. I know we'll be training there again and I am looking forward to it for sure.

Yeah, I really liked that place. I wish I would've taken advantage of the strongman equipment but I was so damn spent after legs that I would've prolly ended up hurting myself if I did log presses or the stones.


Sorry for missing out on u guys .I really wantedo to make a good first impression .ended up geting called into work .on the flip side going to train with some cellucore guys Tomaro sec will make up for it then

Hopefully you can make it next time and don't worry about making a first impression, if you are into the iron game then no one here will be judging you.

[The House]

Great ABC, huge props to everyone who made it happen! Ended up hitting legs with Domichi, and haven;t had a leg workout like that in a while. Loved it, already sore.

I'm sorry I couldnt make dinner, I got some news in the middle of the lift from home and I needed to go home and have some family time. Nothing personal, looks like you all had a nice dinner together and I hope I can make the next one.

Thanks to Heather and Erik for making the drive, and we had guys from Indy and Cincy both come for the event. Thank you to the gym too for hosting.

it was good.. tahnks for everyone coming out

[The House]

That was a really good time. I know we'll be training there again and I am looking forward to it for sure.

yep gym was nice not to big but just right.

[Sief09]

I had a GREAT time at that ABC. First time with the strong man stuff and I really made it count. I learned a whole lot and I have video of some of the guys doing the strong man that I am trying to get up. I will post it as soon as it is finished!

[Kowboy]

Thanks everyone for coming out, I had a geat time. We moved some crazy weights. Had a great time at dinner w/ everyone as well. If you have pictures or videos, message me. I would love a copy of them.

[GODSEY]

Hey Everybody, just wanted to say it was a great time, a real privilege to work out with so many motivated lifters and share that common interest and spirit. Meeting Eric was awesome. These events are what help fuel those long sessions of hard work and compel me to want to get better. Getting to meet many who have up to now just been online was very cool, and I look forward to getting together again. Sorry I couldn't stick around for food and pictures. I think I may have made a new land speed record from Columbus to Cincy, lol, but everybody was happy in the end. Till next time!

[FitPrincess122]

sad to have missed everyone this past weekend but killer job everyone. From the pics, looked like a stellar session!

next time, i'm there!

[FitPrincess122]

Hey Everybody, just wanted to say it was a great time, a real privilege to work out with so many motivated lifters and share that common interest and spirit. Meeting Eric was awesome. These events are what help fuel those long sessions of hard work and compel me to want to get better. Getting to meet many who have up to now just been online was very cool, and I look forward to getting together again. Sorry I couldn't stick around for food and pictures. I think I may have made a new land speed record from Columbus to Cincy, lol, but everybody was happy in the end. Till next time!

so i noticed you traveled from cincy and then looked even closer... you're in mason @ la fitness... WHAT A SMALL WORLD! I'm in cincy too! Great to see a fellow animal representing cincy! U only train @ la?

[Sief09]

I got videos of some of the strong man stuff that we did. I thought I had more of everyone who tried it, but I guess I was resting in between sets more than I thought!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWKx9fKbrds
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq4ZLo0K4lc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKsRruBLp9Q

I still have not figured out all the details of the youtube editor so there isn't back round music or anything just raw video!

[GODSEY]

so i noticed you traveled from cincy and then looked even closer... you're in mason @ la fitness... WHAT A SMALL WORLD! I'm in cincy too! Great to see a fellow animal representing cincy! U only train @ la?

Cool, I think a couple other guys made it up from Cincy too. I am actually at the Lifetime Fitness up near the Deerfield shopping area. LA Fitness is right across from my work near the Harper's Point area...definitely a small world. I train primarily at Lifetime, but am up for a change of scenery too...

[GODSEY]

I got videos of some of the strong man stuff that we did. I thought I had more of everyone who tried it, but I guess I was resting in between sets more than I thought!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWKx9fKbrds
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq4ZLo0K4lc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKsRruBLp9Q

I still have not figured out all the details of the youtube editor so there isn't back round music or anything just raw video!

That is some tough strongman stuff there! Good solid work...

[FitPrincess122]

Cool, I think a couple other guys made it up from Cincy too. I am actually at the Lifetime Fitness up near the Deerfield shopping area. LA Fitness is right across from my work near the Harper's Point area...definitely a small world. I train primarily at Lifetime, but am up for a change of scenery too...

oh well i guess it would help if i actually READ what it reads underneath your name... oops! lol. la fitness, lifetime fitness... anything fitness i'm cool with. lol. Get outta here!!! I go the la @ harpers point (well now anyway since urban active was bought out). Very cool! Where do you work at?

[GODSEY]

oh well i guess it would help if i actually READ what it reads underneath your name... oops! lol. la fitness, lifetime fitness... anything fitness i'm cool with. lol. Get outta here!!! I go the la @ harpers point (well now anyway since urban active was bought out). Very cool! Where do you work at?

At Harper's Point. Small small world. :)

[Dynamite]

I couldn't have asked for a better first ABC! Had an awesome time, got an amazing pump, and met awesome people! No doubt worth the drive and will definitely do it again! Train hard brothers and we will meet again for sure!

[Blondie Weapon X]

I got videos of some of the strong man stuff that we did. I thought I had more of everyone who tried it, but I guess I was resting in between sets more than I thought!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWKx9fKbrds
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq4ZLo0K4lc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKsRruBLp9Q

I still have not figured out all the details of the youtube editor so there isn't back round music or anything just raw video!

The videos are GREAT!! Thanks for getting them posted!!

[Blondie Weapon X]

Thank you all for coming out last Saturday!! I sure do love seeing all of you and getting to meet the new Animals!!
Thanks Mark for setting up the Beyond Limits gym! It's a pretty cool place!

Soooo....Im pumped for January!
ABC next month?? Who's IN??
Maybe get something more south ---hint hint ---> Cincy peeps!!

I believe that 2013 is going to be a great year!!

[Blondie Weapon X]

I couldn't have asked for a better first ABC! Had an awesome time, got an amazing pump, and met awesome people! No doubt worth the drive and will definitely do it again! Train hard brothers and we will meet again for sure!

You made the trip dude!! I was stoked to see that you did!! Thats awesome! And Im glad that you made it home safely too!! Will you come to Columbus for the Arnold??

[Blondie Weapon X]

sad to have missed everyone this past weekend but killer job everyone. From the pics, looked like a stellar session!

next time, i'm there!

Girl!! Im driving to your house and driving you to the next one myself!!! LOL
You are missed :)

[Blondie Weapon X]

Sorry for missing out on u guys .I really wantedo to make a good first impression .ended up geting called into work .on the flip side going to train with some cellucore guys Tomaro sec will make up for it then

Hey you are just taking care of business. Maybe we will see you at the next one!!

[tark]

Thank you all for coming out last Saturday!! I sure do love seeing all of you and getting to meet the new Animals!!
Thanks Mark for setting up the Beyond Limits gym! It's a pretty cool place!

Soooo....Im pumped for January!
ABC next month?? Who's IN??
Maybe get something more south ---hint hint ---> Cincy peeps!!

I believe that 2013 is going to be a great year!!

dixie im down for january as long as my work schedule doesnt get crazy...

[Christman]

Thank you all for coming out last Saturday!! I sure do love seeing all of you and getting to meet the new Animals!!
Thanks Mark for setting up the Beyond Limits gym! It's a pretty cool place!

Soooo....Im pumped for January!
ABC next month?? Who's IN??
Maybe get something more south ---hint hint ---> Cincy peeps!!

I believe that 2013 is going to be a great year!!

I'm in for January, just name the time and place.

[Blondie Weapon X]

I would like to go back to Paramount Fitness 5130 Crookshank Rd, Cincinnati, OH. (513) 451-6509
Great Place!!
Im good for either the 19th, 20th, 26th or 27th.
Thoughts??

[GODSEY]

I would like to go back to Paramount Fitness 5130 Crookshank Rd, Cincinnati, OH. (513) 451-6509
Great Place!!
Im good for either the 19th, 20th, 26th or 27th.
Thoughts??

I'm down, and any of those dates look good right now. Had a blast last time, cant wait...

[Kowboy]

I wont know for Jan until later in the month. With our house nearing completion who knows what will be happening.

[FitPrincess122]

I would like to go back to Paramount Fitness 5130 Crookshank Rd, Cincinnati, OH. (513) 451-6509
Great Place!!
Im good for either the 19th, 20th, 26th or 27th.
Thoughts??

Would LOVE to get back to Paramount... ahhhhh, where it ALL began!!!!!! =)

[tark]

I would like to go back to Paramount Fitness 5130 Crookshank Rd, Cincinnati, OH. (513) 451-6509
Great Place!!
Im good for either the 19th, 20th, 26th or 27th.
Thoughts??

as of right now im down for any of those dates as well...... like i said as long as my work schedule doesnt go bananas

[RedlegDbell]

Would LOVE to get back to Paramount... ahhhhh, where it ALL began!!!!!! =)

Yep same here Katie. That was my first ABC too. I'll stop in this week or Saturday and make sure we can come back!

[RedlegDbell]

I would like to go back to Paramount Fitness 5130 Crookshank Rd, Cincinnati, OH. (513) 451-6509
Great Place!!
Im good for either the 19th, 20th, 26th or 27th.
Thoughts??

I'm less than 3 miles from the place now! That's the best kind of ABC, when it's in your own back yard.

[Blondie Weapon X]

I'm less than 3 miles from the place now! That's the best kind of ABC, when it's in your own back yard.

Hahaha that is the best kind!!

Thats cool!!

Then we'll pin the date. Oh what to eat too!! I dont remember where we went before. Golden Corral ?? or something??

[RedlegDbell]

Hahaha that is the best kind!!

Thats cool!!

Then we'll pin the date. Oh what to eat too!! I dont remember where we went before. Golden Corral ?? or something??

Golden Corral I think. I had to bail on you guys that day after the ABC to get to a Cincinnati Cyclones game lol

[Blondie Weapon X]

Golden Corral I think. I had to bail on you guys that day after the ABC to get to a Cincinnati Cyclones game lol

Oh yeah! I do remember you leaving. That was my first ABC too!!

[Wingman]

Might have to make the trip.

[deanna7272]

Might have to make the trip.

Brothaaaaaaa!!!!!

[Blondie Weapon X]

Wanted to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas!!
xo

[RedlegDbell]

So things are looking good for an ABC at Paramount Fitness. I spoke to Jason today and he said they are in the process of changing some things around. As long as our crowd isn't too big we should be good. What dates work for everyone? Any day should work for me. The only thing I want to do is try to set a different weekend than the ABC in Cleveland which is also TBD. Let's hear it.

[Blondie Weapon X]

Great Place!! Thanks Steve for making contact with Jason.

I have scheduled commitments for Jan 11-14 Im in California and Jan 25 - 27 Im in Indiana.
Other than that IM READY FOR THE NEXT ABC!!

[RedlegDbell]

Great Place!! Thanks Steve for making contact with Jason.

I have scheduled commitments for Jan 11-14 Im in California and Jan 25 - 27 Im in Indiana.
Other than that IM READY FOR THE NEXT ABC!!

Let's start this off then with Saturday Jan 19th. Thoughts y'all?

[Blondie Weapon X]

Let's start this off then with Saturday Jan 19th. Thoughts y'all?

Im in !!

[MAB]

the 19th could work for me :)

[tark]

the 19th should be good for me steve....at least for now it should be.....looking forward to it and seeing the crew

[Blondie Weapon X]

How does 2:00 work?

[RedlegDbell]

How does 2:00 work?

2:00 sounds great to me. Anyone else?

[GODSEY]

2:00 sounds great to me. Anyone else?

The 19th at 2 is good for me as well. It will be great to see everyone again...

[Blondie Weapon X]

Looks like we are good for the 19th then...
Ill see if I can get it posted on the forum calendar - SPREAD THE WORD!!

[Madcat]

Im in.

[Blondie Weapon X]

First ABC of the YEAR!!

Animal Barbell Club

When:
Jan. 19th at 2PM

Where:
Paramount Fitness
5130 Crookshank Rd, Cincinnati, OH. (513) 451-6509
http://www.paramountfitnesscenter.com/

Dinner - TBD
Possibly Golden Corral ??

Come Join Us!!
As you know the Arnold Sports Festival and the CAGE Events are just around the corner!! 56 Days !!!

[Christman]

First ABC of the YEAR!!

Animal Barbell Club

When:
Jan. 19th at 2PM

Where:
Paramount Fitness
5130 Crookshank Rd, Cincinnati, OH. (513) 451-6509
http://www.paramountfitnesscenter.com/

Dinner - TBD
Possibly Golden Corral ??

Come Join Us!!
As you know the Arnold Sports Festival and the CAGE Events are just around the corner!! 56 Days !!!

I should be able to make this, can I hitch a ride with anyone heading down from Cols?

[Madcat]

I should be able to make this, can I hitch a ride with anyone heading down from Cols?

Got you bro. We should all see who is coming from Cbus and ride down together or caravan, or both. Depending on what I drive and if the wife comes, I can take me, you, 1-2 more.

[Christman]

Right on, thanks! No sense in everyone driving down separately.

[Blondie Weapon X]

Im also available to take one or 2 if you can make it to Circleville. :)

[MAB]

I should be able to come to this one hopefully :)

[RedlegDbell]

I should be able to come to this one hopefully :)

Hope I see you there MAB!

[Kowboy]

First ABC of the YEAR!!

Animal Barbell Club

When:
Jan. 19th at 2PM

Where:
Paramount Fitness
5130 Crookshank Rd, Cincinnati, OH. (513) 451-6509
http://www.paramountfitnesscenter.com/

Dinner - TBD
Possibly Golden Corral ??

Come Join Us!!
As you know the Arnold Sports Festival and the CAGE Events are just around the corner!! 56 Days !!!

I will let you guys know if I can make it.

[tark]

I will let you guys know if I can make it.

hope you can make it buddy!!

[Kowboy]

hope you can make it buddy!!

I should be able to but ya never know any more.

[Universal Rep]

Lookin for help fellas... http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?40110-Need-some-East-Coast-gym-suggestions&p=1283607#post1283607

[bubba29]

guys, i am having a grip strength comp. in april in the cleveland akron area...check this thread for info

http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?40113-Akron-Stronghands-Wounded-Warrior-Fundraiser-April-27th&p=1283714#post1283714

[liftingchick35]

Hey all! New to the board however I was at the event at Beyond Limits Training in December. Met alot of cool people there including Trebin. I'm a competitive powerlifter with NASA. NASA has a very strict everyone is natural rule. I train 3 days a week at Beyond Limits Training. My bests are 315/160/413. I've heard so many awesome things about the group!

[tark]

Hey all! New to the board however I was at the event at Beyond Limits Training in December. Met alot of cool people there including Trebin. I'm a competitive powerlifter with NASA. NASA has a very strict everyone is natural rule. I train 3 days a week at Beyond Limits Training. My bests are 315/160/413. I've heard so many awesome things about the group!

glad to have ya!! there is another ABC coming up this next weekend in cincinnati if your interested

[RedlegDbell]

Hey all! New to the board however I was at the event at Beyond Limits Training in December. Met alot of cool people there including Trebin. I'm a competitive powerlifter with NASA. NASA has a very strict everyone is natural rule. I train 3 days a week at Beyond Limits Training. My bests are 315/160/413. I've heard so many awesome things about the group!

I think we hit some squats and log press together with Trebin, Sief09 and a few others. How's training going?

[cstmgp]

Columbus folks, I'll be relocating to the east side soon, any good gym suggestions for the east broad/270 area?

Shaun

[Madcat]

Columbus folks, I'll be relocating to the east side soon, any good gym suggestions for the east broad/270 area?

Shaun

That's a tough area for gyms as the only one's I know of are AussieFit on Main right off 270/Main, and Metro Fitness along with Lifetime(Or maybe its Planet Fitness), down in Pickerington on 256. Metro is the place to be in that area though. I used to lift at the YMCA that would be closest to your new location, but went back on a 1 day pass this year when my gym was closed, and let's just say I would take the time off if I were to do it again. Place was a dump.

I know a member here has a family gym in Gahanna which would be ideal for you, but I forget his username. Super nice dude, always see him at the Cage and ABC and we catch up, then always forget his username.


Also for the record on the event, I am not 100% sure I can go now. This weekend did not turn out as we had planned and we basically got sh*t accomplished around the house, and we need to get some things moving if we ever want to get our dream home built.

I'll know more as the week goes.

[RedlegDbell]

Beyond Limits Training
294 E. Long St. Columbus, Ohio
We had our last ABC at this place and it's Trebin's home gym. It's downtown but might be worth a reasonable drive though.

[cstmgp]

Thanks madcat, I may checkout Aussie, but let me know if you come up with the gahana gym. I may make the occasional trip to old skool in pataskala.

I'll check out the long st location, as I work near there.
I wish more gyms would let you buy a certain number of visits, kind of like a punch card
Shaun

[Christman]

Columbus folks, I'll be relocating to the east side soon, any good gym suggestions for the east broad/270 area?

Shaun

Metro is always a good choice if there is one that is relatively close for you since they have locations all over town. Added bonus is that when it comes time for the Arnold you will not have to pay $15 per session outside of the ABC to train with everyone when they roll into town since the place to be is the Metro downtown on Long Street. I've been a member of Metro for a long time so we could always meet up to train once you're in town.

[Kowboy]

I work out at Beyond Limits which is downtown. I work off east broad at DSCC and it is about a 10 minute drive. If you want to come check it out let me know. Probably one of my favorite gyms. It is somewhat small but he has everything.

[Kowboy]

Beyond Limits Training
294 E. Long St. Columbus, Ohio
We had our last ABC at this place and it's Trebin's home gym. It's downtown but might be worth a reasonable drive though.

From E broad it is pretty close. We hit lunch a lot in Gahanna so it isn't that far of a drive.

[smoothballer]

Cleveland ABC

Where: World Gym http://www.worldgym.com/index.php?page=localGym&gymId=1174
Address: 5248 Cobblestone Road, Sheffield Vlg, OH 44035
When: Saturday, February 2nd - 12:00 PM
PWO Meal: Either the Chinese Buffet two doors down or Quaker Steak and Lube which is less than 5 minute drive

[RedlegDbell]

Cleveland ABC

Where: World Gym http://www.worldgym.com/index.php?page=localGym&gymId=1174
Address: 5248 Cobblestone Road, Sheffield Vlg, OH 44035
When: Saturday, February 2nd - 12:00 PM
PWO Meal: Either the Chinese Buffet two doors down or Quaker Steak and Lube which is less than 5 minute drive

I think I will be heading to Cleveland for this. If anyone wants to carpool epecially if you can get to I-71, the trip would be a lot easier than being solo the whole way.

[Kowboy]

Wish I could, have my first comp this weekend. Wish everyone the best!

[deanna7272]

Wish I could, have my first comp this weekend. Wish everyone the best!

Good luck to you!!! Go get those numbers!!!!

[RedlegDbell]

Wish I could, have my first comp this weekend. Wish everyone the best!

Crush it and have a blast Mark! I'll see you next month at the Cage.

[Kowboy]

Good luck to you!!! Go get those numbers!!!!

Thanks, I am nervous. It is my first strongman.

[Kowboy]

Crush it and have a blast Mark! I'll see you next month at the Cage.

Can't wait!

[deanna7272]

Thanks, I am nervous. It is my first strongman.

Oh completely understandable... All you can do is YOUR best... Get your feet wet and go from there... You will be surprised what you find when you're digging deeper than you ever had before...

[Kowboy]

Oh completely understandable... All you can do is YOUR best... Get your feet wet and go from there... You will be surprised what you find when you're digging deeper than you ever had before...

I am stoked, nervous and everything else lol

[Christman]

I think I will be heading to Cleveland for this. If anyone wants to carpool epecially if you can get to I-71, the trip would be a lot easier than being solo the whole way.

I might take you up on this, I live right off of 71 on the north side of cbus. I'll have to check with my better-half to see what she has planned for me this Saturday.

And go get'em Mark!

[deanna7272]

I am stoked, nervous and everything else lol

Use everything you have... You got this...

[RedlegDbell]

I might take you up on this, I live right off of 71 on the north side of cbus. I'll have to check with my better-half to see what she has planned for me this Saturday.

And go get'em Mark!

Alright. I hope to be coming through C-bus by 10 to get to the ABC at noon

[Christman]

Alright. I hope to be coming through C-bus by 10 to get to the ABC at noon

I was informed by my wife that my day has already been filled. I'd much rather go up to Cleveland with you but I have to listen to the boss. Thanks for the offer though.

[RedlegDbell]

I was informed by my wife that my day has already been filled. I'd much rather go up to Cleveland with you but I have to listen to the boss. Thanks for the offer though.

Understood Chris. We'll see you next month.

[Christman]

Understood Chris. We'll see you next month.

You know it!

[Universal Rep]

We have a special ABC event for Akron at The Body Builders Gym on Tuesday night, 2/26/13 tentatively at 6:00 or 6:30pm... Stay tuned for more info and get the word out fellas...

[Kowboy]

I took weds off so I should be able to make this. According to my maps it is only 2 hours.

[Christman]

I took weds off so I should be able to make this. According to my maps it is only 2 hours.

Yep, Akron is only 2 hours if ya drive the speed limit. I should hitch a ride with you up to this.

[Kowboy]

yeah, I live up north so if we wanted to carpool I can take 3 w/ me.

[Universal Rep]

I took weds off so I should be able to make this. According to my maps it is only 2 hours.

It will be a good event. NG will wear his special lifting denims...

[Kowboy]

It will be a good event. NG will wear his special lifting denims...

I say we do a thrift store special animal ABC, see if I can't find some Zubaz

[Universal Rep]

I say we do a thrift store special animal ABC, see if I can't find some Zubaz

http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?40271-SPECIAL-ABC-EVENT-The-Body-Builders-Gym-%28Akron-OH%29-2-26-13

Zubaz.

[Universal Rep]

May be relevant, Pitt event... http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?40271-Special-ABC-The-Body-Builders-Gym-%28Akron-OH%29-2-26-13

[deanna7272]

Impromptu training session at Metro (downtown) at noon, if anyone is interested...

[Christman]

Impromptu training session at Metro (downtown) at noon, if anyone is interested...

If I still worked downtown, I'd be there in a heartbeat. Go get at it D!

[Universal Rep]

Legion of Columbus, whos around for stuff Wednesday from lunch thru Thur evening for dinner? Lookin for suggestions. Figure gotta hit Ohio Deli for a Dagwood, mebbe Wed lunch? Visit Ohio State University... Aint there a weightlifting club on campus? Thurman's for dinner on Thu eve. Train at Elite FTS Wed or Thu afternoon. Wuts there to do as a tourist?

[smoothballer]

Legion of Columbus, whos around for stuff Wednesday from lunch thru Thur evening for dinner? Lookin for suggestions. Figure gotta hit Ohio Deli for a Dagwood, mebbe Wed lunch? Visit Ohio State University... Aint there a weightlifting club on campus? Thurman's for dinner on Thu eve. Train at Elite FTS Wed or Thu afternoon. Wuts there to do as a tourist?

Train at Elite FTS!!!!!!!!!!! Now the question is to skip work or not to skip work...

[freighttraindane]

Train at Elite FTS Thu afternoon.

Yes Please!

[Universal Rep]

Train at Elite FTS!!!!!!!!!!! Now the question is to skip work or not to skip work...


Yes Please!

Its on the bucket list... Wuts better, Wed or Thu and wut times? Can you fellas all get in?

[Madcat]

Legion of Columbus, whos around for stuff Wednesday from lunch thru Thur evening for dinner? Lookin for suggestions. Figure gotta hit Ohio Deli for a Dagwood, mebbe Wed lunch? Visit Ohio State University... Aint there a weightlifting club on campus? Thurman's for dinner on Thu eve. Train at Elite FTS Wed or Thu afternoon. Wuts there to do as a tourist?

A few recommendations, If you want to hit Thurmans do it for Lunch if possible. It's not far from the Expo/Cage setup and much easier to get in then. Ohio Deli is easy to get in at dinner, granted with the Arnold it'll be a bit tougher, but not like Thurmans at Dinner.

I've never trained at Elite, but if that happens Weds evening I'd def try to make it. Just would need to be after 5:30 so I can get out of work and get there. Would be down for dinner after that too and OD is on my way home from there.

OSU does have a club, I know nothing about it, but they also have a pretty new RPAC, or rec center that is state of the art. I've only trained at Jesse Owens South and the Schott in the private team room. I can't help with any of that as my connections are all graduated now.

I know Thursday evening there sounds to be a group already set by THEChasebrowning lifting, eating, and same with Friday, so really not sure what Weds. leaves open for you all.

As for what else there is in Cbus to do as a Tourist that likes working out, uh, hmm, yeah, nothing really comes to mind. Promoting on OSU would be huge though if you can set something random up. But right now it's not so warm, so Antoine, Brad, Naturgalguy etc would need more clothes than the Uni road trip videos.

For chilling, Easton has a nice movie theatre, not too far away, but man, Cbus just isn't really a place to come "tour".

As for your last question if we can get into Elite FTS, I have no idea. Can Corp. pull some strings? I believe John Meadows owns it, or has serious pull.......

[Universal Rep]

A few recommendations, If you want to hit Thurmans do it for Lunch if possible. It's not far from the Expo/Cage setup and much easier to get in then. Ohio Deli is easy to get in at dinner, granted with the Arnold it'll be a bit tougher, but not like Thurmans at Dinner.

I've never trained at Elite, but if that happens Weds evening I'd def try to make it. Just would need to be after 5:30 so I can get out of work and get there. Would be down for dinner after that too and OD is on my way home from there.

OSU does have a club, I know nothing about it, but they also have a pretty new RPAC, or rec center that is state of the art. I've only trained at Jesse Owens South and the Schott in the private team room. I can't help with any of that as my connections are all graduated now.

I know Thursday evening there sounds to be a group already set by THEChasebrowning lifting, eating, and same with Friday, so really not sure what Weds. leaves open for you all.

As for what else there is in Cbus to do as a Tourist that likes working out, uh, hmm, yeah, nothing really comes to mind. Promoting on OSU would be huge though if you can set something random up. But right now it's not so warm, so Antoine, Brad, Naturgalguy etc would need more clothes than the Uni road trip videos.

For chilling, Easton has a nice movie theatre, not too far away, but man, Cbus just isn't really a place to come "tour".

As for your last question if we can get into Elite FTS, I have no idea. Can Corp. pull some strings? I believe John Meadows owns it, or has serious pull.......

Sum of the fellas are planning a Thurman's dinner on Thus nite, which is why I suggested that. Bad idea? The Road Trippers will have a vehicle so they can get out to Ohio Deli. Lunch is harder than dinner at Ohio Deli?

Good point. Elite FTS should be after 6pm so that you all can join in, which is wut this is all about... Gettin more folks out and involved. Yeah, I talk to the good people at Corporate and get things in motion with Elite.

[RedlegDbell]

Sum of the fellas are planning a Thurman's dinner on Thus nite, which is why I suggested that. Bad idea? The Road Trippers will have a vehicle so they can get out to Ohio Deli. Lunch is harder than dinner at Ohio Deli?

Good point. Elite FTS should be after 6pm so that you all can join in, which is wut this is all about... Gettin more folks out and involved. Yeah, I talk to the good people at Corporate and get things in motion with Elite.

I don't want to make a special trip, but I think I'll have to haha

[Universal Rep]

I don't want to make a special trip, but I think I'll have to haha

The more the merrier...

[Madcat]

Sum of the fellas are planning a Thurman's dinner on Thus nite, which is why I suggested that. Bad idea? The Road Trippers will have a vehicle so they can get out to Ohio Deli. Lunch is harder than dinner at Ohio Deli?

Good point. Elite FTS should be after 6pm so that you all can join in, which is wut this is all about... Gettin more folks out and involved. Yeah, I talk to the good people at Corporate and get things in motion with Elite.

Personally, no way I would try to do Thurmans Dinner anywhere around the Arnold, well actually never except Sundays. But just because I hate lines and waiting. Heck I won't wait 30 mins for any place for a seat.

I think I'm hitting the brazilian steakhouse Thursday night with some of the crew and BD's Friday. Even if it's just local, like Domichi, Trebin, etc that meets up with some of us for the dinner part, its still what it's about. Hanging with the bros etc.

And yeah, Elite FTS is about 20-30 mins from Cbus FYI, so after 6 would have to be a must to get most of us 8-5ers or worse.

[Universal Rep]

Personally, no way I would try to do Thurmans Dinner anywhere around the Arnold, well actually never except Sundays. But just because I hate lines and waiting. Heck I won't wait 30 mins for any place for a seat.

I think I'm hitting the brazilian steakhouse Thursday night with some of the crew and BD's Friday. Even if it's just local, like Domichi, Trebin, etc that meets up with some of us for the dinner part, its still what it's about. Hanging with the bros etc.

And yeah, Elite FTS is about 20-30 mins from Cbus FYI, so after 6 would have to be a must to get most of us 8-5ers or worse.

Gotta get a Thurmanator and a Dagwood... So it the best bet is off hours? Like a really early lunch or really late lunch for these places? And mebbe Wed is the best day then...

[Madcat]

Gotta get a Thurmanator and a Dagwood... So it the best bet is off hours? Like a really early lunch or really late lunch for these places? And mebbe Wed is the best day then...

You got it bro. If you eat both on the same day, I pitty 1)your roomies, 2)Your toilet, 3)anyone within a few feet of you at the Expo etc.

[Universal Rep]

You got it bro. If you eat both on the same day, I pitty 1)your roomies, 2)Your toilet, 3)anyone within a few feet of you at the Expo etc.

Meh, its Antoine and Halladay. They're big boys, haha...

[freighttraindane]

For an Elite FTS workout, I would have to take at least part of the day off on Thursday. Wednesday I won't be able to make, meetings already booked. But I could be there just about anytime on Thursday, but after 2 or so would best.

[Kowboy]

OMG I have always wanted to hit some training at Elite. That would be awesome!

[Christman]

OMG I have always wanted to hit some training at Elite. That would be awesome!

Same here.

[Universal Rep]

For an Elite FTS workout, I would have to take at least part of the day off on Thursday. Wednesday I won't be able to make, meetings already booked. But I could be there just about anytime on Thursday, but after 2 or so would best.


OMG I have always wanted to hit some training at Elite. That would be awesome!


Same here.

Wut day is better and wut times?

[freighttraindane]

Wut day is better and wut times?

Thursday is better. Anytime after Noon would be best

[RedlegDbell]

Wut day is better and wut times?

Wed. or Thurs. evening please. I should be able to make it if I leave work early.

[Universal Rep]

Thursday is better. Anytime after Noon would be best


Wed. or Thurs. evening please. I should be able to make it if I leave work early.

So far, Thu evening...?

[Kowboy]

Wut day is better and wut times?

I am free after 2pm on Weds and I am free all day Thursday. Shukin will be w/ me Thursday and I pick up AB later that evening I believe. I would say Weds works best for me right now.

[Universal Rep]

I am free after 2pm on Weds and I am free all day Thursday. Shukin will be w/ me Thursday and I pick up AB later that evening I believe. I would say Weds works best for me right now.

Cant bring those fellas to Elite after 6pm on Thu?

[D-NUTZ]

I should be able to swing Elite on Thurs evening if this happens.

[Universal Rep]

I should be able to swing Elite on Thurs evening if this happens.

But not Wed nite right?

[Christman]

I'm pretty sure some people are planning on Metro or Beyond Limits on Thursday night. I'd rather hit Elite FTS, so either Wednesday or Thursday evening will work for me.

[D-NUTZ]

But not Wed nite right?

Nosir. Got a midterm Thurs Morning.

[Universal Rep]

Nosir. Got a midterm Thurs Morning.

Looks like leanin to Thu nite... Got get word back from Corporate who is workin on this directly with the place.

[D-NUTZ]

Looks like leanin to Thu nite... Got get word back from Corporate who is workin on this directly with the place.

Good stuff. Will be keeping an eye out for the final word.

[freighttraindane]

Looks like leanin to Thu nite... Got get word back from Corporate who is workin on this directly with the place.

Any updates from Corporate on this?

[RedlegDbell]

Any updates from Corporate on this?

x2. Had to book a different hotel room for Thursday night but I'll be up there! EliteFTS is on my bucket list too and I don't want to miss the chance, no freakin way!

[bubba29]

guys, i am having a grip strength comp. in april in the cleveland akron area...check this thread for info

http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?40113-Akron-Stronghands-Wounded-Warrior-Fundraiser-April-27th&p=1283714#post1283714

http://akronstronghands.blogspot.com/2013/03/divisions-and-weight-classes.html

[Blondie Weapon X]

http://akronstronghands.blogspot.com/2013/03/divisions-and-weight-classes.html

This is great! Please come back here and keep us updated for those of us that cant make it up!! We will be there in spirit though!!

[Blondie Weapon X]

Alright fellas Lets start posting some dates & towns/cities for the next ABC!!

[smoothballer]

Check out the Cleveland thread. We are looking at April 6th.

[Christman]

Check out the Cleveland thread. We are looking at April 6th.

I saw that you posted that earlier today; I have it marked on my calendar but won't know for sure if I can make it until it gets nearer. Anyone else down here thinking of heading up for this?

[tark]

Alright fellas Lets start posting some dates & towns/cities for the next ABC!!

dixie where you still thinking of doing elite fts or would you just want to get one going at the gym in circleville again? and since cleveland is doing theres you maybe thinking something like the 20th of april? that would be about two weeks after theirs

[Blondie Weapon X]

Circleville is great with me...its my back yard!! April 20th works for me too.
I threw out there the Elite gym in London bcuz it looked badass. You guys tell me and ill set up either place.

[Blondie Weapon X]

I saw that you posted that earlier today; I have it marked on my calendar but won't know for sure if I can make it until it gets nearer. Anyone else down here thinking of heading up for this?

I'll let you know if this works for me as the date gets closer too. Would love to go

[tark]

Circleville is great with me...its my back yard!! April 20th works for me too.
I threw out there the Elite gym in London bcuz it looked badass. You guys tell me and ill set up either place.

if you want to go to that elite fts gym one weekend let me know and what not and maybe we can train while we are there and we can get it set up or whatever...

[Blondie Weapon X]

if you want to go to that elite fts gym one weekend let me know and what not and maybe we can train while we are there and we can get it set up or whatever...

I would go Mar 23 if you're down with that.
Anyone else want to go check it out...this could be a mini ABC...haha

[RedlegDbell]

I would go Mar 23 if you're down with that.
Anyone else want to go check it out...this could be a mini ABC...haha

Will they let us in? It seemed like they didn't really want to open it up like that. I'm in for sure if it works out though!

[Blondie Weapon X]

Will they let us in? It seemed like they didn't really want to open it up like that. I'm in for sure if it works out though!

I'll check into it. Then let cha know

[RedlegDbell]

I'll check into it. Then let cha know

Little Z thought maybe if we had Corporate H.Q. contact them on our behalf we'd have better luck. What do you think?

[Blondie Weapon X]

[QUOTE=RedlegDbell;1301839]Little Z thought maybe if we had Corporate H.Q. contact them on our behalf we'd have better luck. What do you think?[

Damn..really. sorry I guess the name of the gym says it all huh. I didn't realize it was a closed gym, probably is only open by invite. Yea if z thinks its better for HQ to call then does Z wanna check into that? I'll do what I can too.

[Thunder Chicken]

figure out the dates and where as soon as possible lol i have my schedule 3 weeks out and i need to put in for it, that's why i don't hit up to many ABC's

[RedlegDbell]

We have Cleveland April 6th and Chicago April 14th at the Lillibridge family gym. I'll be doing everything I can to get to both of these but I'm all for another one a little closer to home soon too.

[freighttraindane]

I know this is a little far out, but I have it on my mind now so I figured I'd posting something up.

I am looking to compete in the Lexen Extreme RPS Powerlifitng meet in Columbus on Saturday June, 15 2013. Just seeing if anyone else has any interest in this event?

I have lifted at Lexen Extreme events in the past and they are LEGIT, Dan Dague who runs the event definitely knows how to put on a meet!!

[Kowboy]

I know this is a little far out, but I have it on my mind now so I figured I'd posting something up.

I am looking to compete in the Lexen Extreme RPS Powerlifitng meet in Columbus on Saturday June, 15 2013. Just seeing if anyone else has any interest in this event?

I have lifted at Lexen Extreme events in the past and they are LEGIT, Dan Dague who runs the event definitely knows how to put on a meet!!

I won't lift but I will come watch for sure man. A buddy of mine use to train at lexen extreme.

As far as events go, I have no idea how I will look in April. Lots of BS going w/ this government furlow so I may have to hitch a ride w/ someone.

[freighttraindane]

I won't lift but I will come watch for sure man. A buddy of mine use to train at lexen extreme.

As far as events go, I have no idea how I will look in April. Lots of BS going w/ this government furlow so I may have to hitch a ride w/ someone.

Ok cool, Thanks Trebin, why not lifting for you?

[Kowboy]

Ok cool, Thanks Trebin, why not lifting for you?

I cant afford to join another league, buy a singlet and all that shit. Plus I am not where I want to be yet.

[freighttraindane]

I cant afford to join another league, buy a singlet and all that shit. Plus I am not where I want to be yet.

Oh ok i understand, from what I can see, RPS doesn't have a league fee, would just be the Event registration fee. But I hear ya, no worries, just thought I'd see if anyone was interested

[Kowboy]

Oh ok i understand, from what I can see, RPS doesn't have a league fee, would just be the Event registration fee. But I hear ya, no worries, just thought I'd see if anyone was interested

I will still come watch man, haven't really ever been to a powerlifting meet.

[Phil800101]

Date:

Sunday April 14, 2013

Time:

10:00 AM

Location:

Pro Gym
1023 Station Drive
Oswego, IL 60543

http://progymoswego.com/

Food:

To be decided.

This is where the Lilliebridge's train. We talked to Ernie Sr. at the National ABC, and he invited us to come out on a Sunday. I know he will be there, I'm not sure about Ernie Jr. or Eric. Either way, this is going to be a good one.

[smoothballer]

Cleveland ABC - April 6th

Where: Old School Iron Gym (formally Iron Asylum Gym) http://www.osigym.com/
Address: 5133 W.140th Street Unit B Brookpark, OH 44142
When: Saturday, Arpil 6th - 2:00 PM
PWO Meal: TBD...
Gym Cost: $10.00

Additional Info:
- The 2013 NPC Natural Ohio Bodybuilding Show in Lakewood, OH that out own Flash419 is competing in is the same day. So I am suggestion we do a 2:00 PM start time. The gym is about 15 minutes from the show for those attending. Pre-judging is at 10 AM and the finals are at 5:30 PM so there is time in between to lift and eat. http://www.daveliberman.com/april-2013-poster.pdf
- Also OSIG has a monolift, 3 squat racks, chains, bands, strongman equipment, prowlers, hammer strength, DB's up to 175 lbs, and much more. This gym is sick.


Throw your name down in the Cleveland thread if you are planning on coming

[Thunder Chicken]

Cleveland ABC - April 6th

Where: Old School Iron Gym (formally Iron Asylum Gym) http://www.osigym.com/
Address: 5133 W.140th Street Unit B Brookpark, OH 44142
When: Saturday, Arpil 6th - 2:00 PM
PWO Meal: TBD...
Gym Cost: $10.00

Additional Info:
- The 2013 NPC Natural Ohio Bodybuilding Show in Lakewood, OH that out own Flash419 is competing in is the same day. So I am suggestion we do a 2:00 PM start time. The gym is about 15 minutes from the show for those attending. Pre-judging is at 10 AM and the finals are at 5:30 PM so there is time in between to lift and eat. http://www.daveliberman.com/april-2013-poster.pdf
- Also OSIG has a monolift, 3 squat racks, chains, bands, strongman equipment, prowlers, hammer strength, DB's up to 175 lbs, and much more. This gym is sick.

Attending
- smoothballer
- freighttraindane
- deanna7272 + ?
- Domichi
- Thunder Chicken
- RedlegDbell
- MAB (maybe)
- D-NUTZ (maybe)
- Trebin (maybe)
- Firefist (maybe)


looking great but I'm trying to get more and make this bigger!
lets go Animals!

[Christman]

I am planning on driving up from Columbus for this and Trebin may be riding up with me. I would have room for 2-3 more if anyone is interested in riding along.

[smoothballer]

I am planning on driving up from Columbus for this and Trebin may be riding up with me. I would have room for 2-3 more if anyone is interested in riding along.

People get in on this!

[Christman]

FYI - Trebin and I (and maybe Blondie Weapon X) are meeting up at BLT to train early this Saturday at 8:00am. All are welcome to join us.

[Kowboy]

Gonna be doing a strongman circuit, only 5 bucks for the day pass there. Gonna be a good time!

[deanna7272]

FYI - Trebin and I (and maybe Blondie Weapon X) are meeting up at BLT to train early this Saturday at 8:00am. All are welcome to join us.

Bodey and I are heading in to train with my nephew at OSU... I need to swing by Metro to see about something and who knows, maybe stop by at BLT... Sounds like a good day is looming... ;-)

Oh wait, 8 am... Not going to be in town until later... Poo.... Anyway... Tear it up fellas....

[Kowboy]

Usually I go at 7 but I am pushing it back. One of the agreements w/ the wife is I can train on Saturdays but need to be home fairly early so I get up w/ the fucking roosters and hit it lol.

[deanna7272]

Usually I go at 7 but I am pushing it back. One of the agreements w/ the wife is I can train on Saturdays but need to be home fairly early so I get up w/ the fucking roosters and hit it lol.

With a 2 hour drive, this chick is NOT getting up at 5 am on a Saturday... Love ya'll, but I'm sleeping in a bit...lol

[Christman]

With a 2 hour drive, this chick is NOT getting up at 5 am on a Saturday... Love ya'll, but I'm sleeping in a bit...lol

Haha, yeah that's pretty early for a Saturday.

[Kowboy]

With a 2 hour drive, this chick is NOT getting up at 5 am on a Saturday... Love ya'll, but I'm sleeping in a bit...lol

We are totally worth it, you should see what I am wearing!

[deanna7272]

Haha, yeah that's pretty early for a Saturday.

Tell me about it... But then again, Easter Break is coming, I can sleep in everyday....lol


We are totally worth it, you should see what I am wearing!

Like Guns says... "If there's not pictures, it didn't happen..." Lmao

[Blondie Weapon X]

We are totally worth it, you should see what I am wearing!

Oh is there a dress code?? Ha!! Shit...where's my tutu??


Gonna be doing a strongman circuit, only 5 bucks for the day pass there. Gonna be a good time!

this will be interesting, but Im iin!! BRING IT BUD!!


FYI - Trebin and I (and maybe Blondie Weapon X) are meeting up at BLT to train early this Saturday at 8:00am. All are welcome to join us.

Thanks for putting up on the thread!! See ya tomorrow!

[RedlegDbell]

I'd love to be there but I'm training with some guys down here in the morning. Should be seeing some of you in Cleveland in two weeks though.

[MAB]

FYI - Trebin and I (and maybe Blondie Weapon X) are meeting up at BLT to train early this Saturday at 8:00am. All are welcome to join us.


AH! If I'd seen this earlier I could have made cement plans to join y'all! Maybe depending on what time I wake up I'll venture up that way... I'd be interested to get in on a strongman circuit :)

[Kowboy]

AH! If I'd seen this earlier I could have made cement plans to join y'all! Maybe depending on what time I wake up I'll venture up that way... I'd be interested to get in on a strongman circuit :)

awesome! I usually hit it early since it is typically not busy and I can set all my shit out ahead of time and just run through it.

[Kowboy]

I'd love to be there but I'm training with some guys down here in the morning. Should be seeing some of you in Cleveland in two weeks though.

Yeah, I spoke w/ the wife and I am good to go on the Cleveland trip. Now I just need to figure out the carpool!

[Blondie Weapon X]

I'd love to be there but I'm training with some guys down here in the morning. Should be seeing some of you in Cleveland in two weeks though.

Youll be missed :)

I would like to make it up there on the 6th but I cant commit just yet.

[Blondie Weapon X]

AH! If I'd seen this earlier I could have made cement plans to join y'all! Maybe depending on what time I wake up I'll venture up that way... I'd be interested to get in on a strongman circuit :)

I have a feeling that the Strongman circuit is gonna hurt on a Sat morning at 8 am!! haha

[Kowboy]

I have a feeling that the Strongman circuit is gonna hurt on a Sat morning at 8 am!! haha

8 will be awesome, I am use to leaving my house at 0530

[RedlegDbell]

Youll be missed :)

I would like to make it up there on the 6th but I cant commit just yet.

There's always Chicago on April 14th at Pro Gym too Dixie. I can't commit to that one yet either though.

[MAB]

Sorry guys... could NOT drag my butt outta bed this morning :-/ Let me know a little more in advance next time you all decide to have an impromptu training session (haha lemme know in advance, impromptu session *shakes head*)


I'm thinking I'm more solid on going to the Cleveland ABC :)

[Blondie Weapon X]

Sorry guys... could NOT drag my butt outta bed this morning :-/ Let me know a little more in advance next time you all decide to have an impromptu training session (haha lemme know in advance, impromptu session *shakes head*)


I'm thinking I'm more solid on going to the Cleveland ABC :)

Advance Impromptu...epic lol

Yea April looks pretty solid with ABC events. Im thinking May will be good. Im hoping House can meet up with us too ,,,maybe Zanesville?? just a thought

[BamBam]

KENTUCKY ABC-

When: April 27, 2013

Where: Lexington Athletic Club

Time: 12:00 NOON

Lexington Athletic Club
3882 Mall Rd
Lexington, KY, 40503

Anyone is welcome.. hope to make this a rather large event...

[freighttraindane]

Cleveland ABC - April 6th

Where: Old School Iron Gym (formally Iron Asylum Gym) http://www.osigym.com/
Address: 5133 W.140th Street Unit B Brookpark, OH 44142
When: Saturday, April 6th - 2:00 PM
PWO Meal: TBD...
Gym Cost: $10.00

Additional Info:
- The 2013 NPC Natural Ohio Bodybuilding Show in Lakewood, OH that out own Flash419 is competing in is the same day. So I am suggestion we do a 2:00 PM start time. The gym is about 15 minutes from the show for those attending. Pre-judging is at 10 AM and the finals are at 5:30 PM so there is time in between to lift and eat. http://www.daveliberman.com/april-2013-poster.pdf
- Also OSIG has a monolift, 3 squat racks, chains, bands, strongman equipment, prowlers, hammer strength, DB's up to 175 lbs, and much more. This gym is sick.

Attending
- smoothballer (Deads/Strongman)
- freighttraindane (Squats)
- deanna7272 (Shoulders)
- Domichi - (arms or chest/shoulders)
- Thunder Chicken (Squats) +2
- RedlegDbell (Deads/back + maybe some other stuff for fun! I've never done a yoke walk before)
- psychopathicr1
- kcburrows +1 (maybe)
- SlimJim (deads and other stuff??)
- Sief09 (deads and other stuff??)
- MAB
- D-NUTZ (maybe)
- Cellardweller (maybe, probably)

[MAB]

Alrighty guys! I know I asked those unfortunate enough to be trapped in a car with me for 3 hours about this. I wondered if members of the Forvm ever got together to do fun things like canoeing or even charity things like Dayton's mud volleyball for epilepsy? Here's something that I've seen floating around on Facebook and it looks like a helluva good time! Check out the video and let me know if anyone is interested in getting a team together!




http://5kfoamfest.com/locations/Columbus.php

[MAB]

I also wanted to throw these out there :)

There's a Color Run in Columbus (july) and the marathon itself goes right through the Short North which just so happens to be fairly close to Metro Fitness :) So if people were interested in doing this marathon I was thinking the day could go down like this:
First let me explain that this is a 5k and it's not about the marathon part, it's about the FUN part. The race workers throw paint at you (powdered paint) the whole way and you come out looking like a freaking rainbow! Then at the end there is a big block party. At the block part (wait for it) they have a freaking RIB FESTIVAL! Seriously some of the best ribs from around the UNITED STATES set up booths here (complete with their trophies from all over the states). So after we eat ribs we could get "cleaned up" and head to Metro for a lifting session... Like I said... just throwing it out there. check out the link and the videos. I did it last year and it was a really fun time.

http://thecolorrun.com/columbus/


Next is the Dayton Mud Volleyball which raises money for epilepsy. It's a really fun time. Could put together an Animal Forvm team and see how we fair at volleyball.

http://www.daytonmud.com/


AND if no one is interested in going to Cbus for the Color Run they are having one in Cinci in August :)

http://thecolorrun.com/cincinnati/


I've done the Color Run and the Dayton Mud Volleyball and both are fun times. Now I haven't done the Foam5K and would freaking kill to! It looks like a blast from your childhood past: water, mud, foam, blow up obstacles, etc :)

[Christman]

Hitting up some strongman training with Trebin this Saturday morning (4/20) at BLT. 8:30am start, all are welcome.

[Christman]

Hitting up some strongman training with Trebin this Saturday morning (4/20) at BLT. 8:30am start, all are welcome.

Just sayin'

[Kowboy]

I also wanted to throw these out there :)

There's a Color Run in Columbus (july) and the marathon itself goes right through the Short North which just so happens to be fairly close to Metro Fitness :) So if people were interested in doing this marathon I was thinking the day could go down like this:
First let me explain that this is a 5k and it's not about the marathon part, it's about the FUN part. The race workers throw paint at you (powdered paint) the whole way and you come out looking like a freaking rainbow! Then at the end there is a big block party. At the block part (wait for it) they have a freaking RIB FESTIVAL! Seriously some of the best ribs from around the UNITED STATES set up booths here (complete with their trophies from all over the states). So after we eat ribs we could get "cleaned up" and head to Metro for a lifting session... Like I said... just throwing it out there. check out the link and the videos. I did it last year and it was a really fun time.

http://thecolorrun.com/columbus/


Next is the Dayton Mud Volleyball which raises money for epilepsy. It's a really fun time. Could put together an Animal Forvm team and see how we fair at volleyball.

http://www.daytonmud.com/


AND if no one is interested in going to Cbus for the Color Run they are having one in Cinci in August :)

http://thecolorrun.com/cincinnati/


I've done the Color Run and the Dayton Mud Volleyball and both are fun times. Now I haven't done the Foam5K and would freaking kill to! It looks like a blast from your childhood past: water, mud, foam, blow up obstacles, etc :)

The color run and the mud volleyball sound awesome

[Kowboy]

Who is coming tomorrow? I want to see some peeps get out here!

[Christman]

Who is coming tomorrow? I want to see some peeps get out here!

Let's go people, don't let us hog up all the fun. Get a good night of sleep and then wake your ass up early and head to Cbus.

[Kowboy]

As it stands right now I am looking to do this:

Heavy Log Press
Rack Deads (3RM)
Farmers Walks
650 Tire Flip
Prowler Push

Grip Work
Core Work

I don't wanna be able to walk, fuck we may hit some sprints as well.

[Christman]

As it stands right now I am looking to do this:

Heavy Log Press
Rack Deads (3RM)
Farmers Walks
650 Tire Flip
Prowler Push

Grip Work
Core Work

I don't wanna be able to walk, fuck we may hit some sprints as well.

I like it.

[MAB]

The color run and the mud volleyball sound awesome


They are both awesome amounts of fun. Color run is right in your neck of the woods and seriously, best ribs you'll ever have in your life at the after party :)

I don't want to make any promises (bc I'm stuck in the car 2hrs a day and functioning on 4hrs of sleep currently) but I may possibly come out tmrw :)

[MAB]

They are both awesome amounts of fun. Color run is right in your neck of the woods and seriously, best ribs you'll ever have in your life at the after party :)

I don't want to make any promises (bc I'm stuck in the car 2hrs a day and functioning on 4hrs of sleep currently) but I may possibly come out tmrw :)

I'm up & leaving! May be a tad later than 830...

[MAB]

I'm up & leaving! May be a tad later than 830...


LoL never mind... Got in the jeep and realized it was 8. TomTom said it'd take 1hr and 29mins to get there. For some reason I was thinking it'd only take an hour and maybe I could speed and make it 40ish mins :(

Have a good session guys! Next time ill set an alarm. I'd like to try a log lift thingy soon :)

[Christman]

LoL never mind... Got in the jeep and realized it was 8. TomTom said it'd take 1hr and 29mins to get there. For some reason I was thinking it'd only take an hour and maybe I could speed and make it 40ish mins :(

Have a good session guys! Next time ill set an alarm. I'd like to try a log lift thingy soon :)

Too bad you couldn't make it. Mark and I talked about getting another ABC there before too long, probably mid-June.

[MAB]

Too bad you couldn't make it. Mark and I talked about getting another ABC there before too long, probably mid-June.


That will be awesome! :) I should only be about an hour away by then.

[freighttraindane]

Hey fellow Animals. I am going to be competing in the RPS Lexen Extreme Summer Slam Meet this Saturday in Columbus. If anyone is in the area and doesn't have anything to do. Feel free to stop by and say hello or come watch some awesome lifting.

1200 Steelwood Rd. Suite B Columbus, OH 43212

I know RedlegDbell said he was also going to be competing somewhere this weekend too. i think he is doing a SPF meet somewhere in the ohio area.

[RedlegDbell]

Hey fellow Animals. I am going to be competing in the RPS Lexen Extreme Summer Slam Meet this Saturday in Columbus. If anyone is in the area and doesn't have anything to do. Feel free to stop by and say hello or come watch some awesome lifting.

1200 Steelwood Rd. Suite B Columbus, OH 43212

I know RedlegDbell said he was also going to be competing somewhere this weekend too. i think he is doing a SPF meet somewhere in the ohio area.

The SPF meet is down in Tennessee. That C-bus meet should be a great time!

[Madcat]

Hey fellow Animals. I am going to be competing in the RPS Lexen Extreme Summer Slam Meet this Saturday in Columbus. If anyone is in the area and doesn't have anything to do. Feel free to stop by and say hello or come watch some awesome lifting.

1200 Steelwood Rd. Suite B Columbus, OH 43212

I know RedlegDbell said he was also going to be competing somewhere this weekend too. i think he is doing a SPF meet somewhere in the ohio area.

Hey man, post up a time. I have 2 apts 1 at 9am at home and 10am on the east side. I'll try to stop by if time allows. Good luck!

[cstmgp]

Joined Beyond Limits training about a month ago, solid gym and great people. I havent gotten down on any of the strongman equip yet, still trying to get back in the groove and nurse a lower back injury.

Shaun

[tark]

Joined Beyond Limits training about a month ago, solid gym and great people. I havent gotten down on any of the strongman equip yet, still trying to get back in the groove and nurse a lower back injury.

Shaun

Hey shaun i believe mark( TREBIN) is the only person that trains there..he just had surgery tho today ..hit him up tho when he gets back to training!

[Christman]

Hey shaun i believe mark( TREBIN) is the only person that trains there..he just had surgery tho today ..hit him up tho when he gets back to training!

Yeah, Trebin trains there. Once he is healed up I plan on doing strongman workouts with him down there at BLT early Saturday mornings. Hope he recovers quickly.

[Blondie Weapon X]

Anyone interested in a JULY ABC??
Im thinking the 27th, last Sat of the month.

I NEED IT BAD!! LOL

[Madcat]

Anyone interested in a JULY ABC??
Im thinking the 27th, last Sat of the month.

I NEED IT BAD!! LOL

Yeah, I could actually use one too. Where you thinking of having it? Hitting the gym with Domichi Friday's has been a definite help for me too, actually I need to see about meeting up with him this weekend too going to be local. Let's do this. If people want to come to Cbus I am sure we can get something together at one of the Metro's, if we want to eat out after that'd be cool too. Metro downtown is always nice with BD's within walking distance ;) Although Blondie, we could travel down your way too, get a good session in Cville!