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Riesjs
10-15-07, 3:52 pm
Any one out there? As far as I know, Norrim1 is out there. Who else?! When i get my shit together Im heading to Mankato, hopefully this mornth sometime...

norrim1
10-15-07, 6:03 pm
I'm here, anytime.

Riesjs
10-15-07, 6:08 pm
you are at the University, or a different gym, cant remember.

norrim1
10-15-07, 6:43 pm
Actually I don't lift in Mankato anymore, but there's plenty of places over there where we could set something up. I know of a guy that works at GNC over there that's also a member of the forvm. He's looking to get into something like this too. Maybe some other guys will come out of the shadows... I think there's a few more Minnesota people on here.

Riesjs
10-15-07, 7:34 pm
Ive seen a couple of MN people here and there. Where are you at now?? Im still in New Ulm at the moment

norrim1
10-15-07, 9:30 pm
Ive seen a couple of MN people here and there. Where are you at now?? Im still in New Ulm at the moment

New Ulm huh? I'm in LeCenter. Shit that's not very far at all.

Riesjs
10-16-07, 8:29 am
Whats up in LC? We could hit up St. Peter later this month. Pretty busy?

norrim1
10-16-07, 12:00 pm
I'm pretty flexible at the end of the month. Things are good in the LC!

DMH56308
10-16-07, 2:44 pm
I'm up here north of most of you, in alexandria! Keep it real!
Later

Riesjs
10-16-07, 2:52 pm
DMH, in the near future i may be moving up around there, well atleast the cities, ill keep in touch and let you know!

Riesjs
10-26-07, 9:00 am
hey man, thats awesome you came out yesterday. too god damn busy, my schedule will normally be mon 11-7 tues-fri 3-7 so either way it'll be a small animal meeting, ha

norrim1
10-26-07, 10:04 am
hey man, thats awesome you came out yesterday. too god damn busy, my schedule will normally be mon 11-7 tues-fri 3-7 so either way it'll be a small animal meeting, ha

Oh well, if it's just you and I it's a start! Looks like things are going great for you there. Doing great so far bro!

Riesjs
10-27-07, 1:05 pm
yea man. I am pretty sure things will be slowing down at my Snap this week, if not, then for sure next week. I really dont have a sloid lifting program right now since the job move, so whatever is on you plate will get it done! I should be getting some RG's later this week, ill bring a shake or 2

norrim1
10-30-07, 11:19 am
yea man. I am pretty sure things will be slowing down at my Snap this week, if not, then for sure next week. I really dont have a sloid lifting program right now since the job move, so whatever is on you plate will get it done! I should be getting some RG's later this week, ill bring a shake or 2

Yeah just let me know when your going to have some free time and we can get together. I spoke to G and he said he'll hook us up with a banner for us to sign.

Universal Rep
10-30-07, 11:21 am
Yeah just let me know when your going to have some free time and we can get together. I spoke to G and he said he'll hook us up with a banner for us to sign.

I think each chapter's event will get samples, posters, t-shirts, and other good stuff. All ya gotta do is come to the event wearing an Animal t-shirt (for the group pic) and you're set...

norrim1
10-30-07, 11:35 am
I think each chapter's event will get samples, posters, t-shirts, and other good stuff. All ya gotta do is come to the event wearing an Animal t-shirt (for the group pic) and you're set...

Are we still good to go if it's only 2 of us?

Universal Rep
10-30-07, 11:37 am
Are we still good to go if it's only 2 of us?

Why not N? When the Forvm started, it had a handful of members. Today, we're approaching 10,000. Gotta start somewhere. Check in with G and work out the details bro.

norrim1
10-30-07, 11:45 am
Why not N? When the Forvm started, it had a handful of members. Today, we're approaching 10,000. Gotta start somewhere. Check in with G and work out the details bro.

Good way to look at it. Our chapter may be small but we've been putting the word out in and out of the Forvm. Who knows, maybe in the future it could grow to include Iowa or Wisconsin.

Universal Rep
10-30-07, 12:04 pm
Good way to look at it. Our chapter may be small but we've been putting the word out in and out of the Forvm. Who knows, maybe in the future it could grow to include Iowa or Wisconsin.

No reason to limit it to the members of this Forvm N... Get people to show up to your event... Then bring 'em to the Forvm... Win-win.

Riesjs
10-31-07, 5:11 pm
2 for now. I am originally from Wisconsin. Tried to get in touch with a few guys. The first meeting may be just me and Norrim....maybe we'll make a trip to Rochester to get some guys together, or see if the Chicago clan wants to meet in like lacrosse or madtown...

norrim1
10-31-07, 6:01 pm
2 for now. I am originally from Wisconsin. Tried to get in touch with a few guys. The first meeting may be just me and Norrim....maybe we'll make a trip to Rochester to get some guys together, or see if the Chicago clan wants to meet in like lacrosse or madtown...

That's a good idea, get some chapters together.

MNfreak
11-01-07, 11:47 am
yo brothers MN born and raised where what when are ya thinkin for the chapter
i'm up in monticello maybe i can work out a car pool with DMH56308 in alex

norrim1
11-01-07, 11:59 am
yo brothers MN born and raised where what when are ya thinkin for the chapter
i'm up in monticello maybe i can work out a car pool with DMH56308 in alex

Welcome aboard! We're still trying to work out some details about when we're going to make this happen. Sometime during November would be nice.

Riesjs
11-01-07, 12:54 pm
Hey man. Welcome! I agree november would be perfect. I will be out in Wisconsin hunting from the 15-22, maybe the last week in November?

MNfreak
11-01-07, 2:33 pm
Hey man. Welcome! I agree november would be perfect. I will be out in Wisconsin hunting from the 15-22, maybe the last week in November?

hell yeah kill'em all. nov. sounds good to me

G Diesel
11-01-07, 4:56 pm
Looks like those hardcore Minnesota ice warriors are starting to gather... Peace, G

MNfreak
11-02-07, 10:59 am
I e-mailed five guys i used to lift with i'll put money on it that they'll be signin up

norrim1
11-02-07, 11:03 am
I e-mailed five guys i used to lift with i'll put money on it that they'll be signin up

That's good to hear! Show them the link when they get on here. The Minnesota chapter is going to be a great success

Riesjs
11-02-07, 11:16 am
Starting to come out of the wood work.....Ice warriors, i like it

norrim1
11-02-07, 11:22 am
Starting to come out of the wood work.....Ice warriors, i like it

Yeah me too! Come to think of it, G and the U-Rep were saying that some custom ABC shirts could be in the works. I think that would be a great thing to put on them.

Riesjs
11-02-07, 1:10 pm
I can say that when we all get together a banner will be sent for everyone to sign and I will post that and any other photos taken at the event - and a 'suprise' box to share. You should wear any Animal gear you have to the event. I dont not have anything yet, so i will see what I can do...questions guys?

Riesjs
11-02-07, 2:06 pm
So late Nov - early december....my shift may be changing to 3-7 mon-fri and 8-12 on sat, so i could do early morning during the week - would work well fo me...who else>?

norrim1
11-02-07, 4:56 pm
So late Nov - early december....my shift may be changing to 3-7 mon-fri and 8-12 on sat, so i could do early morning during the week - would work well fo me...who else>?

Yeah I'm pretty flexible during the morning hours. Yeah I was just going to ask you if you had an Animal shirt. I have one so far...

Riesjs
11-02-07, 5:40 pm
I'll work on seeing what i can do about t's, maybe a group order or something. I will update you guys.

MNfreak
11-02-07, 5:53 pm
i got one of the forum T's don't know about the other guys
mornins work for me
or hell wouldn't a weekend be the easyest

Riesjs
11-02-07, 5:55 pm
I never really know when or how much Ill be working on the weekend. Just looked everyone up, kind of wide spreadme and N are south and alexandria and montecillo north, somewhere in the middle? took less than 2 hours for me to get to Chanhassen wednesday

norrim1
11-02-07, 6:00 pm
I know they have a pretty big Gold's Gym in Shakopee. Yeah somewhere half way would be ideal.

MNfreak
11-02-07, 6:10 pm
Shakopee wouldn't be that bad as long as it aint morning rushour

MNfreak
11-02-07, 6:31 pm
I never really know when or how much Ill be working on the weekend. Just looked everyone up, kind of wide spreadme and N are south and alexandria and montecillo north, somewhere in the middle? took less than 2 hours for me to get to Chanhassen wednesday

pick a day and tell the boss man too bad they can't force you to work every day

Riesjs
11-02-07, 7:40 pm
actually i went to apply at that golds like 2 years ago, i know where you guys are talking about.

With the job here, basically get scheduled during busy times, and weird hours. next week is 1-7pm Tues-Fri, SO Maybe even a monday would work for me, might be completely off.


What does everyone do here? Work? School? Where?

norrim1
11-02-07, 7:44 pm
actually i went to apply at that golds like 2 years ago, i know where you guys are talking about.

With the job here, basically get scheduled during busy times, and weird hours. next week is 1-7pm Tues-Fri, SO Maybe even a monday would work for me, might be completely off.


What does everyone do here? Work? School? Where?

Yeah a Monday wouldn't be a bad idea. After school sometime I'll stop in and lift again and we can talk a little bit more in person when you get some free time.

Riesjs
11-02-07, 11:07 pm
If you have an idea of when you might pop in give me a shout, ill plan to lift so im not busy behind the desk

norrim1
11-02-07, 11:12 pm
If you have an idea of when you might pop in give me a shout, ill plan to lift so im not busy behind the desk

Yeah, I'll let you know. Things are starting to slow down at school so I'll have some time to travel around a little. I'm looking forward to getting together with some of the other Ice Animals in the near future. That's a good name for us. We should have the thread name changed!

Riesjs
11-02-07, 11:13 pm
Ice Animals...Ill see what i can do

norrim1
11-02-07, 11:15 pm
Ice Animals...Ill see what i can do

G Diesel, always has something up his sleeve!

MNfreak
11-03-07, 11:09 am
I'm layed off right now so just about anything will work
but i got school mon and wed nights from 5-9
three of the guys should be signing up within days

Riesjs
11-03-07, 11:29 am
Awesome, when we get a solid date, I will post up the info and see what i can do about getting us some stuff for the gathering

norrim1
11-03-07, 12:30 pm
I'm layed off right now so just about anything will work
but i got school mon and wed nights from 5-9
three of the guys should be signing up within days


Awesome, when we get a solid date, I will post up the info and see what i can do about getting us some stuff for the gathering

Once we get some of MN Freak's buddies on here we'll have a pretty good idea of what were looking at. MN Freak, do these guys live in your area too? Hey J, anyone ever come into Snap that may be interested in something like this?

Riesjs
11-03-07, 12:37 pm
Once we get some of MN Freak's buddies on here we'll have a pretty good idea of what were looking at. MN Freak, do these guys live in your area too? Hey J, anyone ever come into Snap that may be interested in something like this?

not really. i wish i did. Seems like we are all round the same age, and Norrim is a pretty good size. I dont know what kind of weight you -north of the cities- guys d, should be fun. Still trying to get myself back into a good rythm! ha

norrim1
11-03-07, 12:55 pm
not really. i wish i did. Seems like we are all round the same age, and Norrim is a pretty good size. I dont know what kind of weight you -north of the cities- guys d, should be fun. Still trying to get myself back into a good rythm! ha

I've been looking around outside of the Forvm for people that may be interested. It's been tough, none of my friends workout. I've PM'd some other MN members but I don't think they're very active on here.

MNfreak
11-03-07, 3:53 pm
all the guys i've talked to live in the champlin, maple grove area where i used to be.
i'll see a few of them tonight and kick their asses into gear
i'll update you on them tomorrow

MNfreak
11-03-07, 3:55 pm
hey Riesjs.... according to your stats your about the same across the board as my bro zois

Riesjs
11-04-07, 12:01 pm
Its been a few months since ive even come close to those numbers....its been a struggle. BUT no excuses, just need to get the numbers climbing again

MNfreak
11-05-07, 1:06 pm
you'll get there again

damn those guys are slow at signing up i thought i was the computer illiterate one

Riesjs
11-05-07, 3:20 pm
once they get signed up we will start picking out dates.....besides the Golds gym in Shak, any other ideas, or is this the place?

norrim1
11-05-07, 3:35 pm
I'm alright with just about anything. Shakopee is a good half way point to meet the other guys. Once MN Freak's buddies get on here then we can start putting together a solid date for when this is going to take place.

norrim1
11-05-07, 4:01 pm
Once we get something solid we can forward the date and the location to G. Who knows maybe some other guys will come out of the shadows by then...

Staninator
11-05-07, 10:43 pm
Hi, im stan and I know MNFreak. I taught him everything he knows :)

norrim1
11-05-07, 11:13 pm
Hi, im stan and I know MNFreak. I taught him everything he knows :)

What's up Stan? Welcome aboard! Are you up in Monticello too?

MNfreak
11-06-07, 10:24 am
Hi, im stan and I know MNFreak. I taught him everything he knows :)

ok there's one of them

Staninator
11-06-07, 11:10 am
What's up Stan? Welcome aboard! Are you up in Monticello too?

Hey! No I'm from champlin, I use to lift with Leo back in the day when he was down here. Thanks, but why do you guys want to go to golds in shakopee? Where exactly is Monticello?

MNfreak
11-06-07, 11:43 am
Hey! No I'm from champlin, I use to lift with Leo back in the day when he was down here. Thanks, but why do you guys want to go to golds in shakopee? Where exactly is Monticello?

shakopee is basicly a half way point between everyone

and monticello is about 20 min north of champlin

Tzlarson
11-06-07, 12:10 pm
hi i am troy i know MNfreak and staninator. they know nothing.

norrim1
11-06-07, 12:24 pm
hi i am troy i know MNfreak and staninator. they know nothing.

Hey Troy. Welcome aboard!

MNfreak
11-06-07, 12:27 pm
and then there were two

troy is also in champlin

norrim1
11-06-07, 12:27 pm
and then there were two

troy is also in champlin

Anyone else? Things are starting to look pretty good.

Riesjs
11-06-07, 1:32 pm
Looks like we got 5. Glad to see everyone here. Are we expecting more. Myself and Norrim, I think, are the only ones coming up from the Mankato/St. Peter area. I thought golds was a pretty good inbetween point. I think we can start throwing out dates, and if someone else jumps on the band wagon the can definately tag along...

norrim1
11-06-07, 4:27 pm
Looks like we got 5. Glad to see everyone here. Are we expecting more. Myself and Norrim, I think, are the only ones coming up from the Mankato/St. Peter area. I thought golds was a pretty good inbetween point. I think we can start throwing out dates, and if someone else jumps on the band wagon the can definately tag along...

Have anything specific you would want? I'm open to just about anything. I think we should get the Golds in Shakopee set in stone. Then we can forward some more info to G and get on the calender. That way if more people get on here they will know exactly where we will be and when.

Riesjs
11-06-07, 5:50 pm
I will get in touch with Gold's and see $ wise how much they want. I still think a monday would work best for me: maybe November 26, or Dec 3. Anyone else?

Staninator
11-06-07, 11:56 pm
I'm still in school guys and I've been very busy lately with work and shit... So give me a date and I will see what I can do :)

norrim1
11-07-07, 12:04 am
I'm still in school guys and I've been very busy lately with work and shit... So give me a date and I will see what I can do :)

Are you busy on the weekends Stan? Do you have an Animal t-shirt? One of the requirements of the ABC is that everyone show up to the session wearing an Animal shirt. Then we all sign a banner that will be hung around the cage with the other chapter banners.

Tzlarson
11-07-07, 10:43 am
i dont have a t-shirt and i need a least a 2 week notice of the date just incase i work that day so i can take it off

norrim1
11-07-07, 1:05 pm
i dont have a t-shirt and i need a least a 2 week notice of the date just incase i work that day so i can take it off

Sounds good Troy. See what you can do about getting a shirt or something. Hey J, any thoughts on the new developments? Sounds like everyone is cool with our choice of venue in Shakopee.

Riesjs
11-07-07, 1:33 pm
Alright. As with a few others, i need to get myself some 'animal gear', i dont have anything either. Ill just spray paint an A on my back. Shakopee it is. Since we have a couple of guys still in school, a weekend might be easier, Mondays still work awesome for me. Guys in school....when does break start for you?

norrim1
11-07-07, 1:39 pm
Alright. As with a few others, i need to get myself some 'animal gear', i dont have anything either. Ill just spray paint an A on my back. Shakopee it is. Since we have a couple of guys still in school, a weekend might be easier, Mondays still work awesome for me. Guys in school....when does break start for you?

Do you work on Sundays? Just take a sticker off the lid and put it on a shirt!

Riesjs
11-07-07, 1:41 pm
Never know...scheulde is still a like off the wall, I know I have off mondays tho.

norrim1
11-07-07, 1:45 pm
Never know...scheulde is still a like off the wall, I know I have off mondays tho.

Yeah, I'm always game for a Monday. You never know, maybe it will be just you and I. If thats the case then we'll just have to write our names really big on the banner!

MNfreak
11-07-07, 1:49 pm
Yeah, I'm always game for a Monday. You never know, maybe it will be just you and I. If thats the case then we'll just have to write our names really big on the banner!

EASY NOW guys work with people

norrim1
11-07-07, 1:52 pm
EASY NOW guys work with people

I know, I'm just kidding! Are you in agreement with the location?

Riesjs
11-07-07, 1:53 pm
MNF, no worries man. My schedule sucks, and with guys in school, time is limited. I get that, its cool. We will sign the banner when EVERYONE can attend, me and Norrim will meet up once in awhile on our own, we live closer together.

Anyways...so a Sunday then?

norrim1
11-07-07, 1:57 pm
MNF, no worries man. My schedule sucks, and with guys in school, time is limited. I get that, its cool. We will sign the banner when EVERYONE can attend, me and Norrim will meet up once in awhile on our own, we live closer together.

Anyways...so a Sunday then?

Ever find out what the cost is for a day at Gold's? There's another gym in town that is pretty nice and may be a little cheaper and easier to find.

Riesjs
11-07-07, 1:59 pm
Gold's is right off of the interstate, pretty easy. What other gym?

norrim1
11-07-07, 2:03 pm
Gold's is right off of the interstate, pretty easy. What other gym?

Yeah, I guess I never thought of that. Dakota Sport and Fitness is right by the Casino. Being as though Gold's is right off the interstate, it would be much easier for the guys coming from the north metro. Who knows, maybe some other gym members at Gold's will come on board for future gatherings. Just put up "A" flag and we'll see what happens.

norrim1
11-07-07, 2:17 pm
Any ideas on what you guys would like to train?

Riesjs
11-07-07, 2:17 pm
thats the goal, the more the better.

sota_dude
11-07-07, 2:27 pm
Another animal checking in. Live in minnetonka. Might have to throw some iron around with you guys.

Riesjs
11-07-07, 2:30 pm
welcome bro, where from?? Looking to hit up gold's or another gym in Shakopee soon on a sunday or a monday....

norrim1
11-07-07, 2:45 pm
Another animal checking in. Live in minnetonka. Might have to throw some iron around with you guys.

Welcome aboard bro! Starting to gain some good ground here....

sota_dude
11-07-07, 4:38 pm
I am in minnetonka but grew up in shakopee. Any sunday but this weekend would work. Competing in the Hudson Open in the 198 raw division.

norrim1
11-07-07, 4:46 pm
I am in minnetonka but grew up in shakopee. Any sunday but this weekend would work. Competing in the Hudson Open in the 198 raw division.

Really? That's awesome! Are you bench only or do you compete in all three lifts?

sota_dude
11-07-07, 5:09 pm
Competing in all 3 lifts. Opening weights still deciding on squat 375-405, bench opener is 285, and deadlift opener is 495. Belt, knee sleeves, and wrist wraps is all the support I got.

norrim1
11-07-07, 5:13 pm
Competing in all 3 lifts. Opening weights still deciding on squat 375-405, bench opener is 285, and deadlift opener is 495. Belt, knee sleeves, and wrist wraps is all the support I got.

Impressive numbers! Do you train with other guys that are going to be competing?

sota_dude
11-07-07, 5:21 pm
I was training by myself up until the beginning of october. I now train with two guys at The Gym in plymouth that also compete. One of them is going to be competing at the Arnold show and the other guy will be competing this weekend also.

norrim1
11-07-07, 5:24 pm
I was training by myself up until the beginning of october. I now train with two guys at The Gym in plymouth that also compete. One of them is going to be competing at the Arnold show and the other guy will be competing this weekend also.

After we get together in Shakopee, it would be cool to train at The Gym in Plymouth. I hear a lot of good things about that place. Seems like the place to be for bodybuilders/powerlifters in Minnesota.

sota_dude
11-07-07, 5:26 pm
That is very true. The past few weeks has been pretty busy around there. A bunch of people are getting ready for the northstar body building show this saturday at the myth.

norrim1
11-07-07, 5:42 pm
That is very true. The past few weeks has been pretty busy around there. A bunch of people are getting ready for the northstar body building show this saturday at the myth.

Do you think any of the guys you train with would come to our session? That would be awesome if we could get more guys like yourself that compete into the mix. We all could learn a great deal from you guys.

Staninator
11-07-07, 11:38 pm
Are you busy on the weekends Stan? Do you have an Animal t-shirt? One of the requirements of the ABC is that everyone show up to the session wearing an Animal shirt. Then we all sign a banner that will be hung around the cage with the other chapter banners.

Where do I get a shirt? And weekends usually not unless im working, so a sunday would do me good :)

norrim1
11-07-07, 11:46 pm
Where do I get a shirt? And weekends usually not unless im working, so a sunday would do me good :)

Sounds like everyone is in agreement for a Sunday. Before the holiday would be nice. You can get yourself a shirt right here in the Shop at AnimalPak.com.

Riesjs
11-08-07, 2:33 pm
Told you guys my schedule sucks....anyways here is the newest update from me
Monday - 11am-7pm
Tues- 8-noon, 3-7pm
Wed- 8-noon, 3-7pm
Thurs - 8-noon, 3-7pm
Fri - 8-noon
Sat- 8-noon
Sun - Off

So i could do Afternoons on fri thru sun...

I will be gone on and off until after thanksgiving, I will be hunting from the 15-22, and then i am not sure about during thanksgiving...

norrim1
11-08-07, 3:21 pm
Told you guys my schedule sucks....anyways here is the newest update from me
Monday - 11am-7pm
Tues- 8-noon, 3-7pm
Wed- 8-noon, 3-7pm
Thurs - 8-noon, 3-7pm
Fri - 8-noon
Sat- 8-noon
Sun - Off

So i could do Afternoons on fri thru sun...

I will be gone on and off until after thanksgiving, I will be hunting from the 15-22, and then i am not sure about during thanksgiving...

Geez J, that's a pretty crazy schedule! What do you think about the first Sunday in December?

Riesjs
11-08-07, 3:54 pm
I have 2 jobs, and i need to make room for consultations and PT...so really its 3 jobs...ugh! Um, that is a very good possibility! Anyone else??...

norrim1
11-08-07, 3:58 pm
I have 2 jobs, and i need to make room for consultations and PT...ugh! Um, that is a very good possibility! Anyone else??...

Stan and Sota Dude said that Sundays for work best for them. MN freak said that a while back too. Never heard back from Troy, but he hangs out with these guys and I'm sure it wouldn't be a problem. Everyone was cool with the Shakopee idea. If it's ok with you I think we should set it for Sunday, Dec. 2nd.

Riesjs
11-08-07, 4:03 pm
I will get in touch with Gold's..

norrim1
11-08-07, 4:16 pm
I will get in touch with Gold's..

I got home from school a little while ago and I have the rest of the day off. If your busy at work J, I can make a few phone calls for you.

Riesjs
11-08-07, 4:37 pm
email is sent to golds, more info to follow!

Riesjs
11-08-07, 4:45 pm
Tried to send an email, and it got shot back, no delivery....could you give em a shout norrim?
This is what i sent them....



To whom it may concern:

My name is Jeremy and a group of guys, myself included, about 5-10 people would like to visit your facility to train, possibly on Sunday December 2nd. This gathering has been set up by this group of guys through a forvm on animalpak.com (AP). AP will be sending us a banner to hang during the gathering, which is black and white with a big 'A' on it, we will also be taking pictures to post on the forvm, will will also post where and when we trained - hopefully at your location. I was wondering if you would need to charge us for this gathering, and if there is anything you would need from me as the group coordinator. Please e-mail we if this is a possibility.

Thanks! Jeremy

Staninator
11-08-07, 11:33 pm
Umm first sunday of december won't work because I have to do a cub foods promotional thing for them that weekend... I'm sorry :(

norrim1
11-08-07, 11:40 pm
Tried to send an email, and it got shot back, no delivery....could you give em a shout norrim?
This is what i sent them....



To whom it may concern:

My name is Jeremy and a group of guys, myself included, about 5-10 people would like to visit your facility to train, possibly on Sunday December 2nd. This gathering has been set up by this group of guys through a forvm on animalpak.com (AP). AP will be sending us a banner to hang during the gathering, which is black and white with a big 'A' on it, we will also be taking pictures to post on the forvm, will will also post where and when we trained - hopefully at your location. I was wondering if you would need to charge us for this gathering, and if there is anything you would need from me as the group coordinator. Please e-mail we if this is a possibility.

Thanks! Jeremy


Umm first sunday of december won't work because I have to do a cub foods promotional thing for them that weekend... I'm sorry :(

Maybe even on Saturday too Stan. We haven't heard from everyone yet so we're still trying to figure out all the details. Let me know what you'll have available.

J- I'll try and send them an e-mail too. If nothing else I will give them a call and we will get something worked out. No worries!

MNfreak
11-09-07, 12:53 pm
first time i ever went to a Gold's they gave me a day pass so you guys should be able to get in for free

norrim1
11-09-07, 12:58 pm
[QUOTE=MNfreak;215964]first time i ever went to a Gold's they gave me a day pass so you guys should be able to get in for free

Yeah, there running a promotion right now for first time users. How does Sunday Dec. 2nd look for you?

norrim1
11-09-07, 2:40 pm
I just spoke to the General Manager at Gold's in Shakopee and I just wanted to let you guys know of a few things. Are all of you planning to attend over the age of 18? I'm still waiting for confirmation from the ower but things are looking good so far. We may be able to take advantage of a one-day free VIP pass. Otherwise the fee is $12.00. The manager is very accomadating and doesn't have any problem with us coming to the gym and taking photographs and so forth. I will be talking to the owner on Monday so more details will follow. Everything seems to be in order for the 2nd of December.

Riesjs
11-09-07, 2:43 pm
Hey man, thanks a bunch for doing that, just havent had the opportunity to do so. If you want to give him a contact phone number PM me and I will give you mine. What was the managers name incase i get a chance to call?

norrim1
11-09-07, 3:03 pm
Hey man, thanks a bunch for doing that, just havent had the opportunity to do so. If you want to give him a contact phone number PM me and I will give you mine. What was the managers name incase i get a chance to call?

No problem at all J! Whatever I can do to get this thing up and running. I PM'd a few new members that came in over the last few weeks so we may have a couple more in attendance. Things are looking great and I'm looking forward to making this a memorable experiance for all of us.

Riesjs
11-09-07, 3:21 pm
Seems like we've got a good mix, advanced to novice, should be great!

Riesjs
11-09-07, 4:34 pm
Ok december 1st or 2nd? One the 1st (saturday) I work until noon

norrim1
11-09-07, 4:52 pm
Ok december 1st or 2nd? One the 1st (saturday) I work until noon

Stan has something going on the 2nd and I'm still waiting to hear from him. Most likely we'll do it Sunday. Everyone else seems to be ok with that. We have a pretty good crop of guys so far. A few I've talked to compete in powerlifting competitions. It'll be an informative gathering for anyone that's interested in competing in the sport or just looking for some advice.

Riesjs
11-09-07, 5:01 pm
Lets all shoot for Sunday December 2nd. All in the Ice Animal Chapter yah or nah. Lets get a count going so i can pass the info on. If you cannot make it, no worries, lots of gatherings to come!

norrim1
11-09-07, 5:14 pm
Lets all shoot for Sunday December 2nd. All in the Ice Animal Chapter yah or nah. Lets get a count going so i can pass the info on. If you cannot make it, no worries, lots of gatherings to come!

You can count me in for sure.

MNfreak
11-09-07, 11:58 pm
I'm in no problems here

norrim1
11-10-07, 12:02 am
I'm in no problems here

Great! Do you think Troy could make it?

MNfreak
11-10-07, 10:28 am
yes troy has sundays off

norrim1
11-10-07, 10:53 am
yes troy has sundays off

Great! Sounds like Stan is busy with work or something. As it stands were looking pretty good with 5 or 6 guys.

MNfreak
11-10-07, 3:08 pm
there's two more that seem to just be slow or something i'll let them know whats going on

Riesjs
11-11-07, 11:30 am
Alright guys, it is looking good. MNf - when you get word from the other 2 post it up. So, you and your 2. me and norrim. makes 5...any more?

sota_dude
11-11-07, 8:13 pm
Count me in if I am able to lift. Been having knee issues and at the meet yesterday think I might have finally done them in. Hoping to get to the doctor this week to see if surgery is in order.

On a good note even injured. I had some good numbers in the Open Raw division at the Hudson open.

Squat 400, 430, 450 got all three
Bench 285, 300, 310 missed the 310
Deadlift 475, 500, 520 got all three everyone said I could probably done 550.

So for a total of 1270 ended up getting third not bad fo rmy second meet.

Riesjs
11-12-07, 9:11 am
Great numbers at the meet! hope you heal up. If knees are really botherin ya, we'll do shoulders, ha!

G Diesel
11-12-07, 9:55 am
Alright guys, it is looking good. MNf - when you get word from the other 2 post it up. So, you and your 2. me and norrim. makes 5...any more?

The Minn Ice Warrior chapter is slowly expanding... Make sure you hit me with all of the details (date, time, location), plus your address to ship the care package, once it is official. Peace, G

BigZois
11-12-07, 11:17 am
there's two more that seem to just be slow or something i'll let them know whats going on

What up? Im Zois, friends with MNfreak. I'm down to meet up whenever and train- just gimme a place and time! Sounds like this should be real cool... For now, Shut the F*** up and train. hahaha L8r Animals

Riesjs
11-12-07, 11:48 am
The Minn Ice Warrior chapter is slowly expanding... Make sure you hit me with all of the details (date, time, location), plus your address to ship the care package, once it is official. Peace, G

I am as eager as everyone else here, i will shoot my info when #'s and dates are solid

Riesjs
11-12-07, 11:51 am
Myself, norrim, sotadude, MNfreak, Bigzois, Tzlarson....and i dont think Stan can make it. That it?

norrim1
11-12-07, 11:53 am
[QUOTE=Riesjs;217438]I am as eager as everyone else here, i will shoot my info when #'s and dates are solid[/QUOTE

I'm still waiting to hear back from the Manager. Should be soon. When I get all the details figured out, I'll let you guys know and we can forward this information today to G.

Riesjs
11-12-07, 11:58 am
still have that #? i have time today - i'll get in touch with them after the lunch rush

norrim1
11-12-07, 12:03 pm
still have that #? i have time today - i'll get in touch with them after the lunch rush

No, actually I don't. I think I found it on their website. I clicked on membership information and I found a # on there. From what he said it shouldn't be a problem whatsoever. They really don't have much going on Sunday's either.

Riesjs
11-12-07, 12:11 pm
do you remember any names (they manager or the guy you talked to?)

norrim1
11-12-07, 12:16 pm
do you remember any names (they manager or the guy you talked to?)

The only phone number I could find on the website was for a guy that dealt with managment/sales or something. His name is Chad. Really nice guy and seemed really supportive of what we are trying to do.

norrim1
11-12-07, 12:18 pm
Give me a second and I'll PM you some more contact information if I can find it. I have some appointments today and I'll be fairly busy. If you could try and contact someone I would appreciate it.

Riesjs
11-12-07, 12:19 pm
all over it, its my job

norrim1
11-12-07, 2:29 pm
all over it, its my job

Did you get those numbers that I sent you? I'm pretty sure that's the number that I used when I called there.

Riesjs
11-12-07, 7:45 pm
got em, no dice today, will shoot again tomorrow

MNfreak
11-13-07, 12:42 pm
got one more guy he's waiting to be approved he can't post yet

tmo171
11-13-07, 3:37 pm
I'm Tony, born and raised in MN, currently livin in Plymouth. I think I finally figured this place out. MNfreak got me into this place and I've lifted at the same gym as him and BigZois. I think this thing should be pretty cool and I look forward to hearin from yous guys.

"Big arms equals big pays checks. Dumbbell curls equals good looking girls."
-Hulk Hogan

Riesjs
11-13-07, 3:42 pm
Hey Tony, glad to have you here. Looks like we've got an awesome group together! If freak filled you in, 1st Sunday in Decemeber - you wanna go?

G Diesel
11-13-07, 3:45 pm
Looking forward to getting the final details... Give me some notice to ensure I have time to send you guys a care package. Peace, G

tmo171
11-13-07, 3:47 pm
Thanks man. Yea he's filled me in for the most part. I just started a new job and my schedule is all over the place. I haven't been givin december's schedule yet, but If I don't have to work, I'm in!

Riesjs
11-13-07, 3:48 pm
Looking forward to getting the final details... Give me some notice to ensure I have time to send you guys a care package. Peace, G

Just waiting on conformations from 'the gym'...I will Pm ya later today!


Thanks man. Yea he's filled me in for the most part. I just started a new job and my schedule is all over the place. I haven't been givin december's schedule yet, but If I don't have to work, I'm in!


Sounds good - I will count you in, and if you cant make it, there will be more, garunteed! Glad to have you

norrim1
11-13-07, 3:57 pm
Just waiting on conformations from 'the gym'...I will Pm ya later today!




Sounds good - I will count you in, and if you cant make it, there will be more, garunteed! Glad to have you

Things are looking pretty good. How many friends does MN Freak have? lol. Welcome aboard Tony, if you have any questions just ask.

tmo171
11-13-07, 4:08 pm
Thanks norrim. Haha, yea freak knows a lot of people. He lifts a lot and I think he does as much talkin to people as he does liftin. Haha, good guy tho.

Riesjs
11-13-07, 4:17 pm
Myself, norrim, sotadude, MNfreak, Bigzois, Tzlarson, and TMO - am I missing anyone?

norrim1
11-13-07, 4:24 pm
Myself, norrim, sotadude, MNfreak, Bigzois, Tzlarson, and TMO - am I missing anyone?

I think that's it. Everyone except Stan but he has to work. Everything looks great. Hopefully we hear back from Gold's soon so we can give the details to G.

Riesjs
11-13-07, 5:10 pm
Called and left another msg with the owner...I am saying December 2nd is our 1st gathering! either I hear back from them or we can print off free 1 day vouchers from their site. They open at 6am, when do we want to meet up?

Riesjs
11-13-07, 5:46 pm
Here we go! The first of many Ice Animals of Minnesota Gather -

DATE: Sunday December 2nd
TIME: TBA
LOCATION: Gold's Gym, Shakopee, MN.
ATTENDEES: Myself (Riesjs), Norrim1, sota dude, tmo171, MNfreak, Bigzois, TZlarson (staninator is unable to attend)

If any additional people are coming PM asap!

norrim1
11-13-07, 8:30 pm
Here we go! The first of many Ice Animals of Minnesota Gather -

DATE: Sunday December 2nd
TIME: TBA
LOCATION: Gold's Gym, Shakopee, MN.
ATTENDEES: Myself (Riesjs), Norrim1, sota dude, tmo171, MNfreak, Bigzois, TZlarson (staninator is unable to attend)

If any additional people are coming PM asap!

Did you end up hearing back from them after your previous post?

Riesjs
11-13-07, 10:34 pm
No i did not. I will make one last call tomorrow morning - either way we can get day passes off of the website, otherwise we will all just show up on Sunday and tell them that we had talked to/left messages for AJ and Todd. Sent off our info to G so we can get our 'care package'

norrim1
11-13-07, 10:40 pm
No i did not. I will make one last call tomorrow morning - either way we can get day passes off of the website, otherwise we will all just show up on Sunday and tell them that we had talked to/left messages for AJ and Todd. Sent off our info to G so we can get our 'care package'

Sounds good. When I had talked to one of those guys it didn't sound like a problem whatsoever. They don't have any classes or anything going on during their Sunday hours. What bodypart are you planning on working?

MNfreak
11-14-07, 9:45 am
Sounds good. When I had talked to one of those guys it didn't sound like a problem whatsoever. They don't have any classes or anything going on during their Sunday hours. What bodypart are you planning on working?

now thats a good question! back normally lands on sundays for me but i'm willing to work.
should pick it soon so we now what to skip that week.

Riesjs
11-14-07, 1:03 pm
We need to pick a time of day so we can officially post it...any ideas?

norrim1
11-14-07, 1:07 pm
We need to pick a time of day so we can officially post it...any ideas?

How about like 2 or 3PM?

Riesjs
11-14-07, 1:07 pm
Me being the difficult one on this thread was thinking in the AM time

norrim1
11-14-07, 1:10 pm
Me being the difficult one on this thread was thinking in the AM time

It doesn't matter. I just figured it might be easier for the other guys to come later so they could avoid the traffic. You gave the info to G right?

Riesjs
11-14-07, 1:40 pm
Sunday shouldnt be too bad, with thanksgiving over and what not. maybe like 10am? Just shooting out a number. G has our event info, 'care package' is coming, all we need to do is pick a time guys

norrim1
11-14-07, 1:44 pm
Sunday shouldnt be too bad, with thanksgiving over and what not. maybe like 10am? Just shooting out a number. G has our event info, 'care package' is coming, all we need to do is pick a time guys

Yeah, 10AM won't be a problem with me.

MNfreak
11-14-07, 1:50 pm
FUCK!!! making me wake up on a sunday!!!
j/k 10 am works for me

Riesjs
11-14-07, 1:51 pm
The care package should be enough to get you outta bed at 5am...haha

MNfreak
11-14-07, 1:59 pm
The care package should be enough to get you outta bed at 5am...haha

point! i'm just countin the days brothers

how many people got digital cameras?

i do not

norrim1
11-14-07, 2:02 pm
point! i'm just countin the days brothers

how many people got digital cameras?

i do not

I have one that I could bring. The care package must be pretty sweet, aren't we lucky!

MNfreak
11-14-07, 2:04 pm
it will be good no matter whats in it

norrim1
11-14-07, 2:06 pm
Hopefully a sample of Pump. I got a sample in the mail the other day, that stuff is awesome!

Riesjs
11-14-07, 2:08 pm
I know the goodies are on the way, maybe i will spill the beans when i get it...I do not have a camera...

MNfreak
11-14-07, 2:11 pm
I know the goodies are on the way, maybe i will spill the beans when i get it...I do not have a camera...

no peaking

norrim1
11-14-07, 2:30 pm
no peaking

I'm sure it will be something good, they know how to take care of us!

Riesjs
11-14-07, 2:48 pm
crossing my fingers:: ok no peeking

norrim1
11-14-07, 2:53 pm
crossing my fingers:: ok no peeking

Maybe if we're lucky they will send Machine. I bet they'd wheel him in like Hannibal Lector.

Riesjs
11-14-07, 6:37 pm
lucky us - so are we good with 10am?

norrim1
11-14-07, 6:42 pm
lucky us - so are we good with 10am?

Sounds like me, you, and MN Freak are all ok with 10am. Just have to wait for the other guys to check in and were good to go.

Riesjs
11-14-07, 6:44 pm
Ill go with 10am....if need be we can push it back later..

tmo171
11-14-07, 11:20 pm
Whatever works for yous guys works for me. 10 A.M. is fine with me.

norrim1
11-14-07, 11:23 pm
Whatever works for yous guys works for me. 10 A.M. is fine with me.

Do you think that would work for BIG ZOIS?

naturalguy
11-15-07, 9:11 am
Do you guys have a headcount?

Train hard and take some great pics

MNfreak
11-15-07, 11:19 am
Do you think that would work for BIG ZOIS?

zois and troy are in i notified them of everything yesterday

norrim1
11-15-07, 11:41 am
Do you guys have a headcount?

Train hard and take some great pics

Will do bro, looks like 6 or 7 as far as a head count.

norrim1
11-15-07, 11:42 am
zois and troy are in i notified them of everything yesterday

Good to hear! Looks like we're set

MNfreak
11-15-07, 11:54 am
I must say you guys picked a good location judging by the golds web pics

norrim1
11-15-07, 12:04 pm
I must say you guys picked a good location judging by the golds web pics

Yeah it's a fairly new facility. I've never been inside before, but driving through the city it looks pretty big. Should be enough to accomadate us! The address and stuff is on the calender if you want to take a look.

MNfreak
11-15-07, 12:21 pm
I am a member of Gold's and they would never put pictures of the monticello gym on the website. it still has all the old school homemade equipment, you know the ones, tow chains for safety stops. the shakopee location is on the web site very fancy, very new. hell if i ever decide to cut, i'll move down there. they have 20'' flat screen TVs on the ollypticals, you could run for hours and not even know it.

norrim1
11-15-07, 12:23 pm
I am a member of Gold's and they would never put pictures of the monticello gym on the website. it still has all the old school homemade equipment, you know the ones, tow chains for safety stops. the shakopee location is on the web site very fancy, very new. hell if i ever decide to cut, i'll move down there. they have 20'' flat screen TVs on the ollypticals, you could run for hours and not even know it.

Yeah, I lift at a gym kinda like that. I swear some people go there just to watch tv! We'll just have to bring old school back to shakopee..LOL

MNfreak
11-15-07, 12:42 pm
Yeah, I lift at a gym kinda like that. I swear some people go there just to watch tv! We'll just have to bring old school back to shakopee..LOL

hell yea brother

so what bodypart we liftin

bigzois wants chest

norrim1
11-15-07, 12:47 pm
hell yea brother

so what bodypart we liftin

bigzois wants chest

Haha.. That's what I'm hoping for! I'd like to hit some personal records while I'm there. I haven't lifted with anyone else for about 3 years, with you guys around the atmosphere will make for a great session.

MNfreak
11-15-07, 1:20 pm
Haha.. That's what I'm hoping for! I'd like to hit some personal records while I'm there. I haven't lifted with anyone else for about 3 years, with you guys around the atmosphere will make for a great session.

should've known with your journey to 400

sota_dude
11-15-07, 1:49 pm
10am should work might take me a little while to wake up. Work saturday nights.

BigZois
11-16-07, 11:07 pm
Hey dudes. So its December 2nd at 10AM- a sunday @ Shakopee Golds, right? Just makin sure. Anyways im excited to lift w yall and i'll be rockin my shut the f*** up and train shirt. hahaha.. i'll try to remember to bring my digital camera. We are supposed to wear Animal shirts right? I'll have to get someone to work for me at my parents restaurant (Olympia Cafe and Gyros) Yeah, OLYMPIA baby!... should be no thang, IM IN FOR SURE!...


btw nice quote tony. hogan is the shit.

norrim1
11-16-07, 11:52 pm
Hey dudes. So its December 2nd at 10AM- a sunday @ Shakopee Golds, right? Just makin sure. Anyways im excited to lift w yall and i'll be rockin my shut the f*** up and train shirt. hahaha.. i'll try to remember to bring my digital camera. We are supposed to wear Animal shirts right? I'll have to get someone to work for me at my parents restaurant (Olympia Cafe and Gyros) Yeah, OLYMPIA baby!... should be no thang, IM IN FOR SURE!...


btw nice quote tony. hogan is the shit.

The address and everything is on the calender if you want to take a look at it. Everyone is ready to go and we have about 6 or 7 so far I think. Yeah, we're all supposed to wear our animal gear to the event.

BigZois
11-17-07, 12:09 am
The address and everything is on the calender if you want to take a look at it. Everyone is ready to go and we have about 6 or 7 so far I think. Yeah, we're all supposed to wear our animal gear to the event.

Where is this calender located? I am new to forums.. NEVERMIND>> its the 24/7/365 http://forum.animalpak.com/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=74&day=2007-12-2&c=1

norrim1
11-17-07, 12:12 am
Where is this calender located? I am new to forums

Click on the link that says "24/7/365" located near the top of the screen.

BigZois
11-17-07, 12:32 am
MNFreak, and whoever else, we should car-pool if possible. Im comin from the Maple Grove area.

tmo171
11-17-07, 9:22 pm
Haha thanks Zois, what can I say, I was a hulkamaniac when I was a little kid. I'm down to car pool with you and Freak if you want.

MNfreak
11-19-07, 10:26 am
car pool yes, good thing to do. who can seat four

Riesjs
11-20-07, 8:42 am
On my way home last night from Wisconsin dropped in at the Golds. Talked to someone behind the desk and told me to call back today. He said it should be too hard getting us all in for free in 2 weeks - just need to confrim - I will call to 2x this morning.

Are we all lifting the same or do we want to break it up?

BAD ASS MARTIN
11-20-07, 9:11 am
Riesjs...

Looks like you put together a great session. Hit it hard fellas!

B.A.M.

MNfreak
11-20-07, 10:35 am
On my way home last night from Wisconsin dropped in at the Golds. Talked to someone behind the desk and told me to call back today. He said it should be too hard getting us all in for free in 2 weeks - just need to confrim - I will call to 2x this morning.

Are we all lifting the same or do we want to break it up?

i got three for chest, but i think we should just plan it when we get there by how busy it is.

Riesjs
11-20-07, 11:37 am
oh yea. real nice facility looks like a lot of room

Riesjs
11-20-07, 12:18 pm
bulk animal t-shirts 10.95, just posted by U rep, we will talk about this in a few weeks

norrim1
11-20-07, 12:24 pm
bulk animal t-shirts 10.95, just posted by U rep, we will talk about this in a few weeks


A few weeks? Why so late?

Riesjs
11-20-07, 12:25 pm
when we meet up i figured we could see how many, what kind, that sort of thing, U-rep just announced discounts for ABC clubs

Riesjs
11-20-07, 12:28 pm
I cant read....they are basic animal t-shirts, 10.95

norrim1
11-20-07, 12:33 pm
I cant read....they are basic animal t-shirts, 10.95

You mean something after we get together?

MNfreak
11-20-07, 12:55 pm
basic as in ANIMAL across the front?

works for me

tmo171
11-21-07, 12:09 am
I'm lost as to when we are getting shirts, but I'm down for one.

norrim1
11-21-07, 12:42 am
I'm lost as to when we are getting shirts, but I'm down for one.

They are talking about offering a basic "Animal" shirt to all the ABC members at a reduced price so everyone can have something when they show up. This thread talks about it a little so you can follow this as more details will follow:

http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?t=12581&highlight=shirts+animal

MNfreak
11-21-07, 9:32 am
may we all grow tomorrow.

Riesjs
11-21-07, 1:56 pm
Happy almost turkey day, may have to start tonight...

Riesjs
11-21-07, 4:55 pm
Boy, are you guys in for a treat....

Riesjs
11-21-07, 7:03 pm
T-shirts, I was thinking and shit, we have a little under 2 weeks, should i see if I can get some T's ordered? if so, what sizes? (just says "animal" across the front)

norrim1
11-21-07, 7:12 pm
Boy, are you guys in for a treat....

Oh yeah?

tmo171
11-21-07, 10:23 pm
Gotchya. Do yous guys want it to say "Animal" or "Minnesota Animals" or what?

Riesjs
11-22-07, 3:24 pm
Update: The promo code for The Shop is "ABCANIMAL". This is the t-shirt style (http://www.animalpak.com/store/html/product.cfm?id=143) that'll apply. Promo price will be $10.95. Either pick the shirt up yourself for your members, or have your members do so individually. Feel free to give the promo code to ABC members, but let's keep it to ABC event attendees, cool? Remember, you gotta register separately in The Shop at Animalpak.com. Your Forvm registration will not work. Also, no other shirt will get the promo code, if your members want another shirt or tank or whatever, it'll be at full price.

norrim1
11-25-07, 2:16 pm
One week to go boys.. MN Freak, are you guys car pooling down here? Let the other guys know about the shirt price for ABC members if you get a chance.

MNfreak
11-26-07, 9:59 am
One week to go boys.. MN Freak, are you guys car pooling down here? Let the other guys know about the shirt price for ABC members if you get a chance.

yes we will be and i will be sure to inform them about the shirts

MNfreak
11-27-07, 2:51 pm
is it sunday yet, i can't take the anticipation.

Riesjs
11-27-07, 2:55 pm
We can take a head count and shirt size on Sunday get a group order.

1. who has the camera?

2. Norrim - me and a guy from me gym are car pooling from New Ulm, are you taking your own ride or want to pitch in for a lift?

3. excitement is in the air

norrim1
11-27-07, 3:24 pm
We can take a head count and shirt size on Sunday get a group order.

1. who has the camera?

2. Norrim - me and a guy from me gym are car pooling from New Ulm, are you taking your own ride or want to pitch in for a lift?

3. excitement is in the air

I will be driving seperate. I'll bring a camera. I can't wait! Anything else you need?

Riesjs
11-28-07, 1:10 pm
Rules

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1. - You must wear your OWN Animal gear to the event. Those who have plenty to share should do so if you dont mind. If you bring a friend out of the blue, try to have them wear black for flow purposes.

2. - Carry yourself with pride, be a gentlemen. Repersent yourself, your family and the "A" to the fullest.

3. - As a guest in a new gym, be sure to leave it BETTER than you found it. Clean off that bar, rack that dumbell, show others in the gym how an Animal does it. We are lucky to enjoy someone else's facility - lets prove it.

4. - Leave it all in the gym. Make every rep, every set, count. (why waste our time)

5. - Do your best to enlighten others on everything Animal. Invite them to the FORVM, exchange info so that they can join us at the next Gathering. This is a movement and movements need brave souls, not afraid to give it all...we are the first, lead by example

Do these simple things and you will be rewarded (more info to follow). But do not just do it for free swag, do it because it is the right thing, fuck that, the ONLY thing to do...

Animal Banner and gift box of goddies to be provided before the Gathering. All attending members are to sign the banner so it can be returened to Corporate..

All attending gathering MUST take a group photo to be proudly displayed on the FORVM...

norrim1
11-28-07, 5:35 pm
Rules

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1. - You must wear your OWN Animal gear to the event. Those who have plenty to share should do so if you dont mind. If you bring a friend out of the blue, try to have them wear black for flow purposes.

2. - Carry yourself with pride, be a gentlemen. Repersent yourself, your family and the "A" to the fullest.

3. - As a guest in a new gym, be sure to leave it BETTER than you found it. Clean off that bar, rack that dumbell, show others in the gym how an Animal does it. We are lucky to enjoy someone else's facility - lets prove it.

4. - Leave it all in the gym. Make every rep, every set, count. (why waste our time)

5. - Do your best to enlighten others on everything Animal. Invite them to the FORVM, exchange info so that they can join us at the next Gathering. This is a movement and movements need brave souls, not afraid to give it all...we are the first, lead by example

Do these simple things and you will be rewarded (more info to follow). But do not just do it for free swag, do it because it is the right thing, fuck that, the ONLY thing to do...

Animal Banner and gift box of goddies to be provided before the Gathering. All attending members are to sign the banner so it can be returened to Corporate..

All attending gathering MUST take a group photo to be proudly displayed on the FORVM...

Fair and simple. We'll make this one to remember. J, your bringing a guy up from your gym?

Riesjs
11-28-07, 6:54 pm
Yea, he said he was free this weekend and i told him i would drag him along. Think hes a fresh in college......speaking of, what ages do we run in this Chapter?

norrim1
11-28-07, 8:36 pm
Yea, he said he was free this weekend and i told him i would drag him along. Think hes a fresh in college......speaking of, what ages do we run in this Chapter?

That's awesome. The more the better. I'm 22, I'm pretty sure MN Freak is 25. Some of the other guys may still be in high school but I'm pretty sure everyone is over 18.

MNfreak
11-29-07, 10:43 am
That's awesome. The more the better. I'm 22, I'm pretty sure MN Freak is 25. Some of the other guys may still be in high school but I'm pretty sure everyone is over 18.

stan is 18, troy is 29, tony is 21, zois is 24, and yes i am 25. i'll be bringing my girl so we wont have to find someone to take the pictures, she wanted to go running anyway.

sota_dude
11-29-07, 11:21 am
For a second I thought I was the old man of the group. 28 feeling like 40 somedays damn knees.

norrim1
11-29-07, 11:59 am
stan is 18, troy is 29, tony is 21, zois is 24, and yes i am 25. i'll be bringing my girl so we wont have to find someone to take the pictures, she wanted to go running anyway.

That's great! Are you bringing a camera? I'll probably bring one too.

Riesjs
11-29-07, 1:45 pm
Names?

Im Jeremy, they guy comin with is Nick. (ps. my test just arrived...)

norrim1
11-29-07, 3:19 pm
My name is Mike.

MNfreak
11-29-07, 4:01 pm
i'm Leo

i could see if i can talk the lady into bringing her camera. or hell i got a digital video camera
maybe we could youtube ourselves

Riesjs
11-29-07, 4:23 pm
video is a sweet idea. i can bring mine too as a back up

MNfreak
11-29-07, 4:37 pm
everyone else posts links to pics we shall post links to video and pics ha ha

norrim1
11-29-07, 4:44 pm
I'll bring a camera too, sounds like everyone else is! I have a photobucket account now and I'm getting used to how the uploading of files goes. Sounds like we're going to have some big boys coming, videos will be sweet!

Riesjs
11-29-07, 4:56 pm
its all comming together....

Riesjs
11-30-07, 3:04 pm
talk about Ice Animals...looks to be some fierce weather this weekend

norrim1
11-30-07, 5:04 pm
talk about Ice Animals...looks to be some fierce weather this weekend

Yeah I heard that too. The lakes are starting to thicken up with ice. Sunday's coming fast, pack the plates and get to work!

MNfreak
11-30-07, 5:08 pm
talk about Ice Animals...looks to be some fierce weather this weekend

6-10'' tomorrow and we're already walking on the lakes out here

norrim1
11-30-07, 5:13 pm
6-10'' tomorrow and we're already walking on the lakes out here

Yeah, after one of these sessions we'll have to go Ice fishing or something!

MNfreak
11-30-07, 5:16 pm
Yeah, after one of these sessions we'll have to go Ice fishing or something!

i like the way you think

norrim1
12-01-07, 9:17 am
The snow is really starting to come down outside. Drive safe guys and I'll see you tomorrow!

Riesjs
12-01-07, 12:02 pm
Should start to subside later tonight, hopefully the roads will be dry enough. Cant wait to meet everyone!

norrim1
12-01-07, 12:10 pm
Should start to subside later tonight, hopefully the roads will be dry enough. Cant wait to meet everyone!

Do you have time to eat afterwards?

MNfreak
12-01-07, 1:09 pm
rain, hail, sleet, snow, hell give me a twister, i don't care. no weather can stop a Minnesotan!!

food sounds like a great idea.

there is a perkins just up marschall rd at 1st ave

norrim1
12-01-07, 1:21 pm
rain, hail, sleet, snow, hell give me a twister, i don't care. no weather can stop a Minnesotan!!

food sounds like a great idea.

there is a perkins just up marschall rd at 1st ave

It's just another day in Minnesoooota! Food would be great, anywhere you guys would like to eat. Whose all coming with you?

MNfreak
12-02-07, 8:06 am
It's just another day in Minnesoooota! Food would be great, anywhere you guys would like to eat. Whose all coming with you?

it is me, tony, troy, zois, and my girl.

MNfreak
12-02-07, 8:07 am
Arise My Fellow Ice Warriors For Today Is Our Day !!

Riesjs
12-02-07, 3:17 pm
holy mother....THAT FUCKIN ROCKED!!!

MNfreak
12-02-07, 7:44 pm
holy mother....THAT FUCKIN ROCKED!!!

HELL YEAH !!

vids and pics in progress

i'm a little computer illiterate

lifterkid17
12-02-07, 8:23 pm
hey dude this is nick... that 18 year old that was with jermey today liftin wit ya... i am pretty pumped to see the pics and vids!!

Riesjs
12-03-07, 4:30 pm
I was lucky enough to be chosen as one of the 10 finalist in the Real Gains Recipe Promo "Banana Pancakes" http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?t=11218


....there will be voting on who is to be the grand prize winner.....::cough cough:: I hope it is going to be me. The grand prize winners are up to the members of the Forvm, SO go vote!!! the poll for the grand winner should be up shortly!

Seriously, try these puppies out!