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Minneosta Ice Animals - Gathering 3
May 2nd, The Gym in Plymouth
2855 Glacier Lane, Plymouth MN, 55447
www.thegymusa.net
lets get a time locked down!
as of this moment in time i see no problems making it.
sweet, id be good to see you fellas again
Ok bro's After some shift swaping, I will be at the gathering. Can't wait!! Did we decide on the "The gym" for the gathering?
what are you gonna be liftin mike?
I might be able to make it. My hubby doesn't really want to go, but he said if any of my friends were willing to come with me, he was fine with me going. Now to find a friend who is willing/able to come! Wish me luck! Where exactly is the meeting?
hope you can make it!
Minneosta Ice Animals - Gathering 3
May 2nd, The Gym in Plymouth
2855 Glacier Lane, Plymouth MN, 55447
www.thegymusa.net
lets get a time locked down!
Sounds like a plan bro. I'd say between 5 and 6PM as far as a time goes. I think it was 5PM last time. That worked out pretty well for everyone. I have a few people that will most likely be attending this gathering with me. Spread the word fellas....
I might be able to make it. My hubby doesn't really want to go, but he said if any of my friends were willing to come with me, he was fine with me going. Now to find a friend who is willing/able to come! Wish me luck! Where exactly is the meeting?
That's totally understandable. We would love to have you if your able to make it. An exact time and place should be on the calendar in a few days.
How far up north are ya fishing? What ya usually go for?
Big Sandy lake, just north of Mcgregor, MN. mainly walleye
Ok bro's After some shift swaping, I will be at the gathering. Can't wait!! Did we decide on the "The gym" for the gathering?
nicelly done! i knew you'd find a way to make it.
TheStender
04-16-08, 10:54 pm
Sounds like a plan bro. I'd say between 5 and 6PM as far as a time goes. I think it was 5PM last time. That worked out pretty well for everyone. I have a few people that will most likely be attending this gathering with me. Spread the word fellas....
5pm works pretty well for me since I get off work just before that and I'm up near there.
Big Sandy lake, just north of Mcgregor, MN. mainly walleye
I've been up there once at a friend's cabin, that place rocks. I need to try to get up there this summer.
Minneosta Ice Animals - Gathering 3
May 2nd, The Gym in Plymouth
2855 Glacier Lane, Plymouth MN, 55447
www.thegymusa.net
5:00 pm lady's and gents. Glad to see ya bringing some heat from Southern MN Norrim. I have been slowly spreading the word at work - seeing if i can drum up some interest
norrim1
04-17-08, 12:30 am
Minneosta Ice Animals - Gathering 3
May 2nd, The Gym in Plymouth
2855 Glacier Lane, Plymouth MN, 55447
www.thegymusa.net
5:00 pm lady's and gents. Glad to see ya bringing some heat from Southern MN Norrim. I have been slowly spreading the word at work - seeing if i can drum up some interest
Haha...yeah there's a few people that have expressed some interest in making the trip. My new gym partner is a little nervous, but I'll get him to go.
I threw up our info on the calendar. The date and time is set in stone. Let's see some more yellow at this next event! Looking forward to seeing everyone again.
bigffmike
04-17-08, 8:23 am
Riesjs;
Friday is Shoulders for me, but I can adjust if the group is lifting a diff area..
bigffmike
04-17-08, 8:40 am
Dose anybody know the cost for the day pass at "The Gym"?
and are we "Ice Animals" planing on eating afterward?
Later
Haha...yeah there's a few people that have expressed some interest in making the trip. My new gym partner is a little nervous, but I'll get him to go.
I threw up our info on the calendar. The date and time is set in stone. Let's see some more yellow at this next event! Looking forward to seeing everyone again.
Remember fellas - I am bringing an Iconic T for newbies or members who dont have one yey...just gotta prove your worth
Dose anybody know the cost for the day pass at "The Gym"?
and are we "Ice Animals" planing on eating afterward?
Later
The guys that went last time should remember...norrim do you remember? I think it was under 10
and we SHOULD eat!
Staninator
04-17-08, 1:56 pm
Hey guys sorry I haven't been on here for a while! But I work every, mon, wed, thurs, fri, and sat... The only days I have free are Tuesdays and Sundays. So I'm not sure that I will be able to make the next meeting :(
Remember fellas - I am bringing an Iconic T for newbies or members who dont have one yey...just gotta prove your worth
The guys that went last time should remember...norrim do you remember? I think it was under 10
and we SHOULD eat!
I'm pretty sure it was $10. I'm going to give them a call in the next few days and let them know we'll be coming back.
I need someone to catch me up brothers i have been off the forum for a while so i have no clue whats up. And i dont want to go through all the posts so just give me a quick refresher course. Thanks
Minneosta Ice Animals - Gathering 3
May 2nd, The Gym in Plymouth
2855 Glacier Lane, Plymouth MN, 55447
www.thegymusa.net
5:00 pm lady's and gents. Glad to see ya bringing some heat from Southern MN Norrim. I have been slowly spreading the word at work - seeing if i can drum up some interest
this is the news
We are always adding new members to the MN ABC ranks. Newest that I have been in contact with is CorpPunishment - If you see he in here give him a shout - he's got a journey
norrim1
04-19-08, 12:38 pm
We are always adding new members to the MN ABC ranks. Newest that I have been in contact with is CorpPunishment - If you see he in here give him a shout - he's got a journey
Cool bro. Always a pleasure to have new members on board. May 2nd is coming up pretty fast!
two weeks to go brothers. lets get a food destination picked for after the gathering. oh and as always music requests. five finger death punch from norrmi is the only one i got so far.
The Gym is definetely one of the best gyms in Minnesota..... God, I miss home.... Wish I could join you guys....
CorpPunishment
04-21-08, 11:50 am
Hey guys. Looking forward to the 2nd.
bigffmike
04-21-08, 4:24 pm
two weeks to go brothers. lets get a food destination picked for after the gathering. oh and as always music requests. five finger death punch from norrmi is the only one i got so far.
I am good with 5 finger death. I am open to any chow place afterwards.....
fort minor - remember the name
continue to grow
Riesjs
norrim1
MNFreak
Staninator
Tzlarson
sota_dude
Big Zois
tmo171
lifterkid17
gerry
cliffjumper
reaper55
stitches
bigffmike
Lady_quadzilla
rlund25
Cronos
relentless53
caboco
chefscott
Liftbig315
CowboyMN
motiv8erjr
TheStender
jala_b
CorpPunishment
BigZois
04-22-08, 12:26 am
Whats up fuckers! Its been forever since i've been on here and just wanted to say whats up! Anyways im down for the 2nd @ the gym :-)
great to see your ass on board!! look forward to seeing you guys again
BigZois
04-22-08, 12:45 am
haha thanks- yeah it should be another awesome lifting sesh- will b nice to see everyone and meet some new peeps
BZ - whats your everyday gym? Im out in woodbury now
The 2nd is coming up soon fellas. It's going to be nice to see everyone again and see all the progress that's been made. If anyone else you know might be interested, bring em along!
whats on everyones lifting routine for fridays? who's doin what?
Lady_Quadzilla
04-22-08, 8:22 am
Are there any other women in the group??
What are you going to do at the gathering?
Curious and considering attending, have to check my schedule.
hopefully jala_B will be going. PM her, she would love to she another woman attending. No word yet on who's working what
Staninator
04-22-08, 11:03 am
I might be able to go but I have prom that night and I am not sure when everyone is getting together. Is Leo (MN Freak) going?
CorpPunishment
04-22-08, 2:38 pm
Friday's would be arms for me but I can shift things around if needed.
I might be able to go but I have prom that night and I am not sure when everyone is getting together. Is Leo (MN Freak) going?
yes stan i will be there
Friday's would be arms for me but I can shift things around if needed.
arms is what lands on the second for me as well.
I am really hoping to. I asked a guy who I know pretty well if he would be interested in being my "bodyguard"...haha. However, he is married with 4 kids....so going to depend on
1. His wife being okay with it..(she and I have met, so I don't think that'll be a problem)
2. If any of his kids have any activities going on.
3. The weather, his wife's parents have a farm, and if the weather is nice, they go out there to help.
So, may not know until the week of the get together if I can make it.
Fridays I usually Bench and Squat, but am open for anything.
Otherwise, for music, I would love:
Finger 11- Paralyzer.
Also, Ice Cubes "You Can Do It" <----- Perfect for DLing! (You can do it put your back into it, You can do it put your ass into it)
The guy who I asked to come with likes classical, so if anyone else is okay with that, a short classical piece would be nice.
Enforcer
04-23-08, 2:23 pm
continue to grow
Riesjs
norrim1
MNFreak
Staninator
Tzlarson
sota_dude
Big Zois
tmo171
lifterkid17
gerry
cliffjumper
reaper55
stitches
bigffmike
Lady_quadzilla
rlund25
Cronos
relentless53
caboco
chefscott
Liftbig315
CowboyMN
motiv8erjr
TheStender
jala_b
CorpPunishment
Nice bro. Keep em coming. I bet you guys can't wait for the 2nd. If you need anything at all just let me know.
if you aint on here, lets get a move on
Norrim1
Lifterkid17
Mnfreak
Thestender
Bigzois
Jala_b
Ladyquadzilla
Tzlarson
Bigffmike
CorpPunishment
CowboyMN
Enforcer
04-24-08, 9:47 am
A solid crew is gonna tear it up in Minnesota. Looking forward to see the pics of that madness that is going to occur
Enforcer
04-24-08, 9:49 am
Are there any other women in the group??
What are you going to do at the gathering?
Curious and considering attending, have to check my schedule.
You should def make it out. We accpet all those who attend ABC events. You will be greetd and treated with the upmost respect. There is nothing but love between all of the Animals out there. I say if you can make it, def go. It will be an experience you will never forget
Universal Rep
04-24-08, 9:57 am
if you aint on here, lets get a move on
Norrim1
Lifterkid17
Mnfreak
Thestender
Bigzois
Jala_b
Ladyquadzilla
Tzlarson
Bigffmike
CorpPunishment
CowboyMN
This chapter has come a long way, fellas. You ought to be proud of yourselves. What's on tap?
got a couple of arm workouts on tap. for myself, fridays are regular off days...may turn it into wheels
8 days..
bigffmike
04-25-08, 11:34 pm
got a couple of arm workouts on tap. for myself, fridays are regular off days...may turn it into wheels
8 days..
I am game for working my guns
Enforcer
04-28-08, 2:48 pm
Aite fellas this week is the time. You guys better work so hard that you don't want to do shit else for the rest of the weekend. We all know you will rep Animal to its fullest. We will all be pateintly waiting for your pics. Train hard and with great intensity. If you guys need anything else please let me know ASAP.
Whos got:
the still shots? _______
video? ________
dinner location? _______
lifterkid17
04-29-08, 10:22 am
hey bro's! sorry i havent been posting on here in a while.. got all the kins out with my knees and my shoulder.. lost a lot of strength when the shoulder injury happend but i am at 100%
Whos got:
the still shots? _______
video? ________
dinner location? _______
as always i'll hit the vid
as always i'll hit the vid
had my fingers crosses - what are you liftin friday?
TheStender
04-30-08, 9:58 am
I'm looking forward to the workout. I've been slacking this past week and hopefully this will give me a good push to get my ass back in the gym.
TheStender
05-01-08, 4:03 pm
Any idea where we're eating at yet?
had my fingers crosses - what are you liftin friday?
i got either arms or shoulders for tomorrow doesn't matter to me i'll just do the other on sat.
Any idea where we're eating at yet?
i'm always up for chipoltle which is right down the road.
ChefScott
05-01-08, 10:15 pm
Hey all, I should be able to get there after work, I have one little prob though, I can't lift with you all, but I can be there for support!
My eye is not cooperating with my last injection, pressure is up, and I have not been able to lift for a while, not to mention the meds have messed up my body a bit.
But I will be there all the same!
Sorry guys, I will not be able to attend. I've been up all night with a fever and have been throwing up. Going to the doctor at 4:30. I hope you guys have a good time.
i got either arms or shoulders for tomorrow doesn't matter to me i'll just do the other on sat.
sounds good
i'm always up for chipoltle which is right down the road.
Hey all, I should be able to get there after work, I have one little prob though, I can't lift with you all, but I can be there for support!
My eye is not cooperating with my last injection, pressure is up, and I have not been able to lift for a while, not to mention the meds have messed up my body a bit.
But I will be there all the same!
it'll be great to see ya there
Sorry guys, I will not be able to attend. I've been up all night with a fever and have been throwing up. Going to the doctor at 4:30. I hope you guys have a good time.
nooooo!
TheStender
05-02-08, 3:50 pm
here we go!
Hopefully I can find you guys. :p
ill hang near thr front
WEAR YOUR ANIMAL GEAR EVERYONE!!
LiftBig315
05-02-08, 6:05 pm
Hope you guys have a good one. Wish I coulda made it down. Had a good workout today. Just started the Shock Therapy/Storm and I love the stuff. I think it has a better affect than pump for me. Added another 5lbs to the bench.
Lift Big guys and gals
ChefScott
05-02-08, 10:10 pm
It was nice to finally meet some of you tonight :-) nice to put some faces to the names
Hope next time I will be able to lift
I am working on the picts and video I took I should have it up in a while. I will post the link when I get it done
ChefScott
05-02-08, 10:57 pm
http://s282.photobucket.com/albums/kk258/ABCMNChefScott/5-2-2008%20ABCMN/
Here is the link for the picts and video I took today, also posted in the Gallery.
TheStender
05-03-08, 12:01 pm
http://s282.photobucket.com/albums/kk258/ABCMNChefScott/5-2-2008%20ABCMN/
Here is the link for the picts and video I took today, also posted in the Gallery.
Gah, I'm fat and balding!
CowboyMN
05-04-08, 3:06 pm
Sorry I missed the gathering on Friday. Being the boss sucks and I lead by example. We had a custom project we were working on and we didn't get out of the paint booth until 630pm! I am formally requesting that next gathering be on the weekend after 1pm!
Hope everyone had a great workout and some new PRs will be posted.
Chefscott
Lifterkid
MNfreak
Thestender
Corppunishment...
It was freakin awesome to finally get to meet some new faces! Its always good to see the returnies. Short turnout, but those who made it worked their ass off!
Small gathering this past friday...lets blow up and get something set in stone for late June?
CorpPunishment
05-07-08, 6:53 am
Count me in bro.
bigffmike
05-08-08, 11:43 am
Hey fellow Iron Brothers and Sisters; Sorry I missed the May 2 event. I kinda had a bad fall at work and broke my leg. No lifting for 6-8 weeks. It pisses me off, kinda my falt though; that I fell through a floor of a vacant house that some punks decided to torch.
Still have my hands to type though
later
LiftBig315
05-08-08, 5:45 pm
Small gathering this past friday...lets blow up and get something set in stone for late June?
I could possibly make it if we did a Saturday...Fridays would be tough, I could take a half day off from work...but that's overtime, and with gas prices....damn I hate the cost of living man.
Anyways, I will try to make it to the next one. I am in for a big deadlift day...then you guys could show me if I am off on my form. Don't have anybody in the gym that does them, and I just started doin em a couple weeks ago...love em though.
(edit cause I can't spell)
C'mon everyone....
lets shoot for a new gym/location, new day..time to step it up a notch
CorpPunishment
05-11-08, 9:08 am
I have no problems with doing a Saturday or a Sunday night lift. Saturday's would have to be morning for me though.
I'm in... I can take a look for a new gym location if no one has any ideas.
The Press in St. Paul (well, Little Canada is great!)
LiftBig315
05-16-08, 6:40 pm
Wow, where did everyone go?
waay to damn quiet in MN - dont let fishing season set everything back. I want to get times dates and locations set before the end of the month. who's down for the press?
LiftBig315
05-20-08, 6:31 pm
I'll try to make it whenever you guys set a date...let's just try to make sure it is a few weeks in advance. So I can make sure I don't have anything planned out.
CorpPunishment
05-21-08, 9:25 am
The Press works for me.
There's only a few days in June that I won't be able to make it so... let's get this thing scheduled!
LiftBig315
05-21-08, 5:29 pm
Last weekend in June is the only one that wouldn't work for me. The gf and I are camping since it is her only weekend off for a couple months.
ChefScott
05-22-08, 11:53 pm
Well, lets figure out a date and I will call Dan and help set it up.
I am having eye surgury on the 30th and not sure how long I will be down, hopefull I'll be able to get back to the gym soon and may be able to lift this time.
F.Castle50
05-26-08, 11:20 am
hey guys whats goin on? Im vacationing in Eden Prarie for a week... grew up out here so me and the fam are visiting some friends. Anyone know a good gym in the area were i can get some workouts in? help would be appreciated. thanks a lot bros
LiftBig315
05-26-08, 11:43 am
I think if you go back a couple pages or so, they list possible places to meet. I have never worked out in the cities so I am no help. Just thought maybe that would be your quickest option since things seem dead lately for the MN Chapter.
LiftBig315
05-27-08, 6:16 pm
I could probably swing either the 12th or 13th
I could probably swing either the 12th or 13th
Same here....
ChefScott
05-27-08, 10:54 pm
13th would be good, dont work sundays
TheStender
05-28-08, 1:54 pm
hey guys whats goin on? Im vacationing in Eden Prarie for a week... grew up out here so me and the fam are visiting some friends. Anyone know a good gym in the area were i can get some workouts in? help would be appreciated. thanks a lot bros
Depends on how far you want to go to workout. I don't think there are too many places right in EP. There's a Golds in Shakopee, and a Lifetime in Chanhassen. I'm sure EP has to have someplace too, I'm just not aware of it since I've mainly lived just outside of EP.
Hola Bola
05-28-08, 2:28 pm
hey guys whats goin on? Im vacationing in Eden Prarie for a week... grew up out here so me and the fam are visiting some friends. Anyone know a good gym in the area were i can get some workouts in? help would be appreciated. thanks a lot bros
Here you go bro... http://www.lifetimefitness.com/clubs/index.cfm
There are a ton of Life Time Fitnesses in the area... my mom lives in Eden Prairie so I've been to a couple of them. The Chanhassen one is the nicest. Also, there's a 7 day trial pass on the website you can print out if you want to save some $$$.
There's also a Bally's on the south outer road of 494 by France Ave... it's decent.
TheStender
05-28-08, 4:05 pm
Here you go bro... http://www.lifetimefitness.com/clubs/index.cfm
There are a ton of Life Time Fitnesses in the area... my mom lives in Eden Prairie so I've been to a couple of them. The Chanhassen one is the nicest. Also, there's a 7 day trial pass on the website you can print out if you want to save some $$$.
There's also a Bally's on the south outer road of 494 by France Ave... it's decent.
I've been thinking of checking out the Chanhassen Lifetime since it's about 2 minutes away from where I live. It'd be rough to start paying that much more for a membership though, since the Chaska Community Center has almost everything Lifetime does for a 3rd of the cost.
far as i know the press works for me and i think for the most part i'm open on the day
CorpPunishment
06-08-08, 10:42 am
Either day works.
CorpPunishment
06-08-08, 10:20 pm
Can I throw shoulders out as a possible focus us?
Hey everybody....I'm from new ulm sooooo.... just thought i'd get that out there. I'm pretty new at lifting, I'm still in highschool and only started mabye about a year ago so still some fresh meat, made some gains already though, but still not that impressive on the numbers quite yet.Peace
LiftBig315
06-08-08, 11:43 pm
Let's get this day set in stone guys and gals.
I am open for whatever bodypart...shoulders are my weak point..so you guys could laugh at that...I would like to go heavy on some shit too, whether it be bench/squat/deads....I just don't think an ABC meet would be complete without one of the big 3 would it? ;)
Let's get this day set in stone guys and gals.
I am open for whatever bodypart...shoulders are my weak point..so you guys could laugh at that...I would like to go heavy on some shit too, whether it be bench/squat/deads....I just don't think an ABC meet would be complete without one of the big 3 would it? ;)
I second this motion. "except the shoulder part", ha ha just messin with ya Big.
LiftBig315
06-12-08, 7:33 pm
well...i will probably be weak compared to most...so, don't expect a whole lot, haha. well, I am headin out to go camping this weekend...hopefully we don't get blown away. so I will check back in on Sunday sometime. take it easy guys and gals
MNfreak
06-17-08, 10:59 am
wow 5 days of silence. what the hell happened? i know its nice out side and all but this is a little sad. i thought we were setting a day place and time here.
ECO eco eco eco eco eco eco
HELLO hello hello hello hello hello
where is everybody body body body body
LiftBig315
06-17-08, 6:52 pm
I have just been checkin in waitin on other people to set a date...not really my place since it wouldnt be my gym ;)
MNfreak
06-18-08, 11:42 am
I have just been checkin in waitin on other people to set a date...not really my place since it wouldnt be my gym ;)
you still have a say in it we need to pick a date that the most people are able to attend
MNfreak
06-18-08, 11:46 am
JULY 12th THE FLEX WHEELER CLASSIC at the MPLS CONVENTION CENTER
I think we should all go and support our brothers and sister in iron.
and all of us wear ANIMAL yellow
LiftBig315
06-18-08, 5:50 pm
July 11 - 12 - 13
I could probably swing either the 12th or 13th
Same here....
13th would be good, dont work sundays
Either day works.
So the 13th? or 12th? Who can make which day? Or are we gonna have to switch weekends totally?
MNfreak
06-20-08, 12:00 pm
JULY 12th THE FLEX WHEELER CLASSIC at the MPLS CONVENTION CENTER
I think we should all go and support our brothers and sister in iron.
and all of us wear ANIMAL yellow
between the morning pre-judging and night-time finals will be the 2008 Team Flex Wheeler Superstar Seminar! Panel experts will include IFBB legends Shawn Ray and Kevin Levrone, IFBB Pro Don Long, Muscular Development's Muscle Mob Jon Romano and Dave Palumbo, IFBB Figure Pro and TFW Training Director Chrissy Garcia, All-American EFX Formulator Jeff Golini, TFW Master Trainer Greg Nagaye, and MORE!
PRE JUDGING 10:00am $15
FINALS 6:30pm $25 - $45 (depending on seating location)
MNfreak
06-26-08, 10:52 am
Where Has Everyone Gone?
CorpPunishment
06-29-08, 9:58 am
Hey Bro's...
Let's just pick a date. Does 19th work for everyone? We should hit The Press in St. Paul and actually do a meal at a local place. I'll find one for us. Let's shoot for 1:00.
Everyone please respond if you're in... I'll throw another date out there if this one doesn't work.
Let's make sure we have numbers for this gathering!
Sorry, haven't been to a computer lately. Sun, the 13th works perfect for me, I am pretty open time-wise. I would love to come!
LiftBig315
06-29-08, 11:04 pm
I still think either the 12th or 13th would work best...whatever works for the most members.
That weekend the gf is gonna be in the cities...so it would workout better
stereosympathy
07-01-08, 5:58 pm
Hey everyone, sorry to just jump into the conversation. I'm new to the board but have been lifting for a few years. I just heard about the ABC and thought I would check out the MN chapter. I live just south of Minneapolis. I lift at the Lifetime in Bloomington off 98th street.
CorpPunishment
07-02-08, 7:33 am
Great... does the 12th work for everyone? Is everyone in for food after? Does 2:00 work?
Let's get some specifics on here.
Who's coming for sure? Hey Freak... did you post your vid from the last gathering?
Stereo.. Welcome to the board and we'd love to have you join the Minnesota Animal ABC.
Shoot a PM to Riesjs. He's the contact.
MNfreak
07-02-08, 12:01 pm
I'm in for the 12th
no the vid is not posted i need to get new software, i used my old roomates computer for the other vids.
LiftBig315
07-02-08, 5:09 pm
I am about 95% sure I could make it the 12th....2:00 would work with me...that would actually be perfect....I am sure I could fit some food in too...what kinda work are we thinkin for the day?
I can come.....YAY!! Still planning that day and time?
its been forever brothas and sistas,...shit... I hope we can set another date soon because I need a hardcore workout. just broke up w girl so im lookin for a girl to pump and hump. at least the pump part, errr maybe other way around! haha cya dudes
ps lets make a date to get SWOLLLLLLLLLLL
CorpPunishment
07-10-08, 11:24 am
Okay.. so...
Saturday the 12th, 2:00, The Press.
CorpPunishment
07-10-08, 11:59 am
Hold on guys...
Who will be there for sure? Let's make sure we have enough people showing up... Has anyone talk to Riesjs? I saw him about a week ago but I've been hitting other LTF clubs so....
I can be there...up for any lifts I guess.
Damn brothers we all fell off the wagon here. i know, I know, summers are a busy time of year. Mine was the worst i've ever had, schedual has only allowed me in the gym 2-3 times a week. After labor day weekend everthing opens back up, there is light ahead! I now denounce weddings after attending 9 since may. Vegas baby Vegas!
LiftBig315
08-21-08, 10:22 pm
Still around, hittin the gym 3-4 times a week...my summer hasn't actually been too busy, I was just waitin for somebody to write up a post in here.
Still around, hittin the gym 3-4 times a week...my summer hasn't actually been too busy, I was just waitin for somebody to write up a post in here.
that works, so any new PR'S ?
MNfreak
08-28-08, 10:15 pm
where is our fearless leader he's been MIA for three months
LiftBig315
08-28-08, 10:52 pm
that works, so any new PR'S ?
Just monday put up 355 on the flat bench, anything new for you? haven't really tried any other maxes...worked with 365 for 2 sets of 8 on the deads, then had to drop some weight...back is still sore, haha, and that was Tuesday. May try max dead, or 3 rep max next week on deads. SQUATS tomorrow
norrim1
08-29-08, 12:05 am
I spoke with Reisjs (our Coordinator) recently. He didn't elaborate on much, but he said he was having some issues with his personal life. I wish him all the best and I hope things are going well for him. In the mean time, I'm more than willing to help coordinate a future event with you guys. MNFreak, talk to some of the other guys and see what they think. I have a pretty loose schedule with school so I'm pretty much good to go with anything. I seen some interest before in the Press Gym. Shoot some dates out everyone and we'll see what works out.
motiv8erjr
08-29-08, 11:45 am
Yeah Guys, I am back off the benched list. So I am game for some fun. I'd be willing to help set some stuff up as well. Can't really do much with legs yet, but I would be up for anything.
Mark
Just monday put up 355 on the flat bench, anything new for you? haven't really tried any other maxes...worked with 365 for 2 sets of 8 on the deads, then had to drop some weight...back is still sore, haha, and that was Tuesday. May try max dead, or 3 rep max next week on deads. SQUATS tomorrow
355 good shit bro
I haven't tried for a new PR in months i better get my ass moving again.
I spoke with Reisjs (our Coordinator) recently. He didn't elaborate on much, but he said he was having some issues with his personal life. I wish him all the best and I hope things are going well for him. In the mean time, I'm more than willing to help coordinate a future event with you guys. MNFreak, talk to some of the other guys and see what they think. I have a pretty loose schedule with school so I'm pretty much good to go with anything. I seen some interest before in the Press Gym. Shoot some dates out everyone and we'll see what works out.
Thats understandable, i hope things work out for him as well. I will see what the guys got going, we realy need to get this moving again. Where the hell you been hidding?
355 good shit bro
I haven't tried for a new PR in months i better get my ass moving again.
Thats understandable, i hope things work out for him as well. I will see what the guys got going, we realy need to get this moving again. Where the hell you been hidding?
Haha...I've been around. I'm hiding from you guys!
CowboyMN
08-30-08, 11:09 am
God bless Groucho Mark when he said this! I've been feeling my age lately and the DR's have the xrays to prove it. Going through cotizone treatments for my left foot, blew it out training for my Tri while powerlifting at the same time. Doc says not enough rest and nerve endings went all freaking crazy in my foot. I start my road to recovery this upcoming Tuesday. Hope all is well with the MN chapter...
CorpPunishment
09-01-08, 10:32 am
Hey gents... long time no speak, lift, see...
Hope all is well. I ran into Riesjs a while back too... hopefully I'll see him this week in the Woodbury location. Maybe I can get an update or have him post an update soon.
Maybe we can pull a session together now that summer is winding down.
My lifts have really hit the skids so a get together would be more than welcome.
See ya.
Okay guys, brief update...
I am just over 6 !/2 weeks out from my bodybuilding competition. Training is going well, working on getting that bodyfat burnt off!! 1200 cal/day diet, 20-40-40 split. Getting creative with my foods....
My show is in Elk River (MN) at the high school. Date is Sat, October 18th. Pre-Judging starts at 10:00 A.M, tkts for this portion are $7. The finals are at 6:30 P.M, tkts for the finals are $15.
Hope everyone is good!!
Take care!!
(I have updated pics on my Bodyspace link too)
motiv8erjr
09-10-08, 10:37 pm
Come on guys this is sad. Start shootin our some dates that would work for you guys and maybe we can get something together. I am a college student so anything but Wednesdays work for me.
norrim1
09-10-08, 10:47 pm
Come on guys this is sad. Start shootin our some dates that would work for you guys and maybe we can get something together. I am a college student so anything but Wednesdays work for me.
You go to school in Northfield right?
motiv8erjr
09-10-08, 11:27 pm
Yessir
norrim1
09-10-08, 11:32 pm
Yessir
I'm game to train with you anytime until we can get something going with the ABC. I only live about 35 miles from there.
bigffmike
09-11-08, 2:41 pm
Hey Guys, I am back lifting again... So I am game for October some time.. Fri or Sat work well for me? I am game for The Press Gym? or The Gym in Plymouth. I am game for most week nights also.. so lets get this going.
The Press Gym-- 1 day guest fee $ 10.00
The Gym -- From there web site, looks like they remodeled. 1 Day guest Fee is $12.50
Lets get this going for Oct because in November I will be busy; I am going to be a daddy.
LiftBig315
09-11-08, 9:47 pm
Well, i won't be online for a while...came home Tuesday to a wide open door to the apartment and somebody broke in and took our...TV, Computer, Digi Cam, Xbox 360 all our dvds and all of the games (xbox, ps2, gamecube) I am on my sisters comp right now...I will try to get on here every once in a while.
Take it easy guys and gals.
Well, i won't be online for a while...came home Tuesday to a wide open door to the apartment and somebody broke in and took our...TV, Computer, Digi Cam, Xbox 360 all our dvds and all of the games (xbox, ps2, gamecube) I am on my sisters comp right now...I will try to get on here every once in a while.
Take it easy guys and gals.
That's terrible bro, I'm sorry to hear about your misfortune. Hopefully you see some brighter days in the future. Take care.
Hey Guys, I am back lifting again... So I am game for October some time.. Fri or Sat work well for me? I am game for The Press Gym? or The Gym in Plymouth. I am game for most week nights also.. so lets get this going.
The Press Gym-- 1 day guest fee $ 10.00
The Gym -- From there web site, looks like they remodeled. 1 Day guest Fee is $12.50
Lets get this going for Oct because in November I will be busy; I am going to be a daddy.
Congrats on being a becoming a father Mike! I'm pretty open for any dates in October. What does everyone else think?
motiv8erjr
09-13-08, 12:43 pm
Congrats Mike!
Hey Norrim, I have a weight lifting class that I am doing. I am still waiting to see how it turns out for my sort of lifting needs. After I get that figured out, I will let you know and maybe we can get something together. Where do you train out of?
Congrats Mike!
Hey Norrim, I have a weight lifting class that I am doing. I am still waiting to see how it turns out for my sort of lifting needs. After I get that figured out, I will let you know and maybe we can get something together. Where do you train out of?
Haha..mostly I train out of my basement. For things that I can't do at home, I train at the high school sometimes in my hometown of LeCenter. I also go to the Snap Fitness in Montgomery and New Prague every once in a while. They let non-students lift at your school right?
motiv8erjr
09-13-08, 7:49 pm
Yeah they do, didn't realize you were like 30 miles that direction. Yeah for sure we can get you in. Let me get this next week or so in control and I will PM you. Cool?
Yeah they do, didn't realize you were like 30 miles that direction. Yeah for sure we can get you in. Let me get this next week or so in control and I will PM you. Cool?
Sounds good bro, it'll be nice to train with you again. Shoot me a PM when you get settled in..
ragin'cajun
09-18-08, 1:12 pm
hey guys sorry I been away, this Hurricane BS took its tole here, whats up?
Okay guys, brief update...
I am just over 6 !/2 weeks out from my bodybuilding competition. Training is going well, working on getting that bodyfat burnt off!! 1200 cal/day diet, 20-40-40 split. Getting creative with my foods....
My show is in Elk River (MN) at the high school. Date is Sat, October 18th. Pre-Judging starts at 10:00 A.M, tkts for this portion are $7. The finals are at 6:30 P.M, tkts for the finals are $15.
Hope everyone is good!!
Take care!!
(I have updated pics on my Bodyspace link too)
Elk River isn't too far away from me. I shouldn't have anything going on, so I might swing up there. Some of the other guys from the MN chapter might be from that area, I'll see if some of them would be interested in attending. Sounds like it's going to be a pretty cool event, I wish you the best of luck. Your pictures look great!
MNfreak
10-02-08, 11:35 am
that is a close to home show and with a sister in the mix we need to show up and support her. what do you say?, shall we rain yellow over elk river on the 18th
I would love to meet any of you who can come.... I am so excited!!
Even if you can't come, think strong thoughts for me!!
Jala
relentless53
10-10-08, 1:45 pm
Wassup fellas. Been off the site for awhile... But I have been hitting it religiously. Ran into one of the other board members at LTF in Maple Grove the other morning.
If anyone is working out around that area let me know.. I need a partner ASAP.
Just wondering if there is a MN ABC event coming up. I would like to get involved if possible. It would be nice if we could get some pros like House or Ox to come to the event as well. If anything is coming up let me know, or maybe we can schedule something.
Peace Bro's
norrim1
10-15-08, 10:03 pm
Just wondering if there is a MN ABC event coming up. I would like to get involved if possible. It would be nice if we could get some pros like House or Ox to come to the event as well. If anything is coming up let me know, or maybe we can schedule something.
Peace Bro's
To tell you the truth bro, it's been pretty slow here. There's a few people around still, but I haven't heard much from many of them. Do you travel to the Minneapolis/St. Paul area much? That's usually where we held our previous sessions. I'll PM some more people and see if they are still around and interested in something for the future. If we start early enough, maybe we can get something going for November or December. Yeah it would be cool to have Ox or House show up, but they mainly stick to the East Coast ABC's. Who knows, maybe someday if we can make our chapter big enough...
LiftBig315
10-19-08, 11:16 pm
Well I finally got the computer replaced, so I can check back more often....take it easy and Lift big everybody
Yeah, I can come down to the twin cities just about any weekend. I don't normally come down unless its for a twins game or something. Are there some hardcore training gyms there that you know of? I'm kind of tired of all these anytime fitness gyms popping up everywhere here in Duluth, especially since they have all those stupid ass rules like no grunting or other dumb shit. I would come down there to train like once a month if there was a hardcore gym that you can toss plates around in and shit. It would be nice to do something in Nov/Dec time frame, although it may be tough with the holidays going on then. Im game bro, if you want to find a kick ass gym and set something up. I might be able to get one of the guys at work to come down with me. How were and where have the other events been at? Did you get hooked up with some stuff from Universal? Take it easy Norrim, and good to see you got your computer hooked up again Liftbig.
Peace bros
Saturday was a learning experience. I placed 3 out of 3.
Nerves hit me REALLY bad on stage because I found out 10 minutes before I went on that I was doing my side 1/4 turns incorrectly, AND there were 2 poses that I basically knew nothing about.
I started shaking on stage badly enough that my hubby and best friend from high school who were there both were afraid I was going to pass out. Not exactly my proudest moments up there.
I got my judges comments and basically had 3 main comments
1. Had good shape but should have been a bit leaner.
2. Should've had more color to me.
3. Relax, Smile, and just Have Fun.
My night show went really well though. My routine went almost perfect except for one flub, I hit all my cues though. I had a fair amount of cheers for it, so that was nice.
Looking forward to my next show!! Perhaps in May, maybe just the same show next October.
We'll have to see :)
I have a few pics uploaded to MySpace....check them out.
Saturday was a learning experience. I placed 3 out of 3.
Nerves hit me REALLY bad on stage because I found out 10 minutes before I went on that I was doing my side 1/4 turns incorrectly, AND there were 2 poses that I basically knew nothing about.
I started shaking on stage badly enough that my hubby and best friend from high school who were there both were afraid I was going to pass out. Not exactly my proudest moments up there.
I got my judges comments and basically had 3 main comments
1. Had good shape but should have been a bit leaner.
2. Should've had more color to me.
3. Relax, Smile, and just Have Fun.
My night show went really well though. My routine went almost perfect except for one flub, I hit all my cues though. I had a fair amount of cheers for it, so that was nice.
Looking forward to my next show!! Perhaps in May, maybe just the same show next October.
We'll have to see :)
I have a few pics uploaded to MySpace....check them out.
congrats on getting your feet wet!
Yeah, I can come down to the twin cities just about any weekend. I don't normally come down unless its for a twins game or something. Are there some hardcore training gyms there that you know of? I'm kind of tired of all these anytime fitness gyms popping up everywhere here in Duluth, especially since they have all those stupid ass rules like no grunting or other dumb shit. I would come down there to train like once a month if there was a hardcore gym that you can toss plates around in and shit. It would be nice to do something in Nov/Dec time frame, although it may be tough with the holidays going on then. Im game bro, if you want to find a kick ass gym and set something up. I might be able to get one of the guys at work to come down with me. How were and where have the other events been at? Did you get hooked up with some stuff from Universal? Take it easy Norrim, and good to see you got your computer hooked up again Liftbig.
Peace bros
theres a hand full of gyms that let you use chalk and make as much noise as you want, an early Dec gathering sounds good to me
motiv8erjr
11-06-08, 3:01 pm
Hey guys. got a comp again. Norrim, if you aren't busy saturday, pm me.
Aight boyos, lets get this shit moving. MNfreak, early december? We have our Christmas fest stuff going on, but I would love the chance to lift with you dudes. Its my b-day in a couple of weeks. So late Nov. works too. I will call any of the gyms. So, I elect November the 22nd. Let me know guys. We got some work to do. If we make enough noise, they will def. send some big dudes to play. Make sense? Thought so. Cool. Later.
Mark
CorpPunishment
11-07-08, 8:12 am
Hey guys... wow it's been forever.
Anyway, Novemer 22nd should work for me as of right now.
I'll keep checking the board.
Hey guys. got a comp again. Norrim, if you aren't busy saturday, pm me.
Aight boyos, lets get this shit moving. MNfreak, early december? We have our Christmas fest stuff going on, but I would love the chance to lift with you dudes. Its my b-day in a couple of weeks. So late Nov. works too. I will call any of the gyms. So, I elect November the 22nd. Let me know guys. We got some work to do. If we make enough noise, they will def. send some big dudes to play. Make sense? Thought so. Cool. Later.
Mark
it all works i'm just throwing anything out there
Hell yeah, the 22nd works for me too. Where we gonna go now???
motiv8erjr
11-07-08, 8:57 pm
I'll call any of the gyms. I am down in Northfield. I dont think the college would be too receptive to all of us showing up here. But I would prefer one of the larger gym's in the cities, where we can be loud proud and all that. I was thinking the The Press or The Gym, those are the two right?
I suggest that we dont plan to actually work a certain body part, but just show up and support each other. Food is always good afterwards too.
I'll call any of the gyms. I am down in Northfield. I dont think the college would be too receptive to all of us showing up here. But I would prefer one of the larger gym's in the cities, where we can be loud proud and all that. I was thinking the The Press or The Gym, those are the two right?
I suggest that we dont plan to actually work a certain body part, but just show up and support each other. Food is always good afterwards too.
Yeah
Yeah
Yeah sounds good man. I looked up the press gym in Little Canada, MN it looks pretty damn nice. Here is the number Phone: 651-697-9002. The Gym looks like it is the best facility in MN though. It's in Plymouth there number is (763) 553-0171.
Either one will work. What do you guys want to do? Do you have any other suggestions? Let me know what they say motiv8erjr. Can't wait to train in a real gym with the MN ABC.
Peace
MNfreak
11-09-08, 11:27 am
Yeah sounds good man. I looked up the press gym in Little Canada, MN it looks pretty damn nice. Here is the number Phone: 651-697-9002. The Gym looks like it is the best facility in MN though. It's in Plymouth there number is (763) 553-0171.
Either one will work. What do you guys want to do? Do you have any other suggestions? Let me know what they say motiv8erjr. Can't wait to train in a real gym with the MN ABC.
Peace
lookin forward to it
motiv8erjr
11-09-08, 4:09 pm
Thanks for the numbers. Will call tomorrow. I would prefer the gym in plymouth. anyone else got some inputs?
LiftBig315
11-10-08, 5:59 pm
Won't be able to make it down the 22nd...me and the fiancee are movin in to our new house and out of this shitty apartment with no security ;)
I think my first purchase will be a dog ....for a little added security
Won't be able to make it down the 22nd...me and the fiancee are movin in to our new house and out of this shitty apartment with no security ;)
I think my first purchase will be a dog ....for a little added security
good luck with the move and congrats on the house
MNfreak
11-22-08, 11:41 am
it is now the 22nd......
where have the animals gone?????????
LADIES and GENTELMEN.... even if we are unable to get together for a gathering, I know that some of us lift in groups of two or three regularly. So put on your animal gear and snap some pics for our chapter. i'm starting tonight.
motiv8erjr
11-23-08, 2:26 am
Sorry guys, I dropped the ball. I had to rush to indiana for a family death. Sorry.
Mark
Sorry guys, I dropped the ball. I had to rush to indiana for a family death. Sorry.
Mark
no no no no need to ever appologize for something like that brother. I am Sorry for your loss. there will always be more gatherings.
it is now the 22nd......
where have the animals gone?????????
LADIES and GENTELMEN.... even if we are unable to get together for a gathering, I know that some of us lift in groups of two or three regularly. So put on your animal gear and snap some pics for our chapter. i'm starting tonight.
Still here man... Definitely true we can be Animal anywhere. I think I'll try and snap a picture of me and my partner soon, I need to get one of those animal shirts still. I have just been busy lately. Today I drove down to Bloomington from Duluth, and picked up an Parabody hip sled I found on craigslist (Man there is some good shit on there). My basement has everything I need now (I might need a couple more 45's pretty soon though). I can finish my legs off with leg presses after heavy squats now. Looking forward to growing.
MNfreak
11-24-08, 10:21 am
Still here man... Definitely true we can be Animal anywhere. I think I'll try and snap a picture of me and my partner soon, I need to get one of those animal shirts still. I have just been busy lately. Today I drove down to Bloomington from Duluth, and picked up an Parabody hip sled I found on craigslist (Man there is some good shit on there). My basement has everything I need now (I might need a couple more 45's pretty soon though). I can finish my legs off with leg presses after heavy squats now. Looking forward to growing.
good find
motiv8erjr
11-24-08, 11:46 am
December is crazy for me. But I am still at it. Let me know. I will help if I can. I am pushing past 270 at sub 10%, so I would love any motivation in lifting possible.
Mark
cashflow
12-02-08, 1:56 pm
I'm from MN
MNfreak
12-03-08, 10:00 pm
I'm from MN
where abouts cash? and are ya still here?
bigffmike
12-05-08, 5:24 pm
So are we having a group gathering?
bigffmike
12-10-08, 3:04 pm
Thanks for the numbers. Will call tomorrow. I would prefer the gym in plymouth. anyone else got some inputs?
Did you find anything out. Let get this ball moving! I can call also. Since we are close to the holidays How dose the 17 of Jan work for everybody.
Jan 17 at the Gym in Plymouth??????
That should work for me, I'll be getting back from a trip I'm taking. I'm down for whatever gym you guys want to lift at. The Gym in Plymouth was pretty cool, pretty much anything goes there. The Press sounds like a great gym too.
bigffmike
12-15-08, 4:52 pm
All right guys/gals. WTF lets get with the program. Lets have a gathering? Lets get together and motovate each other, and meet our fellow ice animinals ect. So get off your ass and post to this or pm me of your status for January 17..
(List what you would like to work) Ok ok enought of being a hard ass
Lets do this, Pass the word, and get you animal gear on.
January 17, 2009 at the Gym in Plymouth, Chow some place after.
So Far:
norrim1
bigffmike
I'm game bro. I'll be just getting back from a trip I'm taking so I'll have a few extra days to spare. The Gym sounds like a great place to push some iron. Maybe we'll get lucky sometime and catch Brock Lesnar when he trains there.
MNfreak
12-17-08, 11:57 pm
the 17th should work out just fine i'm in
bigffmike
12-18-08, 4:14 pm
the 17th should work out just fine i'm in
GREAT Bro
Lets pass the word...
On the List is:
Norrim1
Bigffmike
MNfreak
?? Will you be next?
bigffmike
12-24-08, 8:52 am
GREAT Bro
Lets pass the word...
On the List is:
Norrim1
Bigffmike
MNfreak
?? Will you be next?
Where the Hell is every one?
I guess it will be a small group. I sent an email to the Gym in Plymouth and I am waiting to hear back from them.. I will keep everyone (the 3 of us) posted..
bigffmike
01-05-09, 10:46 am
count me in
Sweet, So we have
Norrim1
Bigffmike
MNfreak
gitbig