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Mr. Dead
09-25-08, 11:12 am
That’s not good, not good at all. Sorry to hear you’ve been making deposits to the porcelain bank for the past couple of days. Good to hear you are feeling better today!
Hope you regain your appetite real soon and you are back to 100% real soon Mr. Dead!
Thanks Hollow... I do have to say, though, that the abs got worked... Well...
LittleMan55
09-25-08, 11:14 am
Okay... Another update... I've spent the past 2 days of new and un-recommended program...
Puking without squats... Great for the abs, but takes a toll on the rest of you... And definitely sets back your nutrition... After 2 days of leaving offerings at the altar of "The Porcelain God..." I can tell you that this program sucks!!! But on a brighter note, I'm feeling much better today... But there's no appetite...
Puking without squats? EEK!
Good to hear you're feeling better... I know you will get it on track.
Mr. Dead
09-25-08, 11:16 am
Puking without squats? EEK!
Good to hear you're feeling better... I know you will get it on track.
Thanks!!! Great to see you on, again!!!
Hollow1
09-25-08, 12:21 pm
Thanks Hollow... I do have to say, though, that the abs got worked... Well...
No doubt they got worked hard…not very enjoyable though…lol.
Mr. Dead
09-25-08, 12:25 pm
No doubt they got worked hard…not very enjoyable though…lol.
Dropped 7 lbs, too...
Hollow1
09-25-08, 12:27 pm
Dropped 7 lbs, too...
7lbs…not good however a couple trips to the local buffet should help replenish some of that.
Mr. Dead
09-25-08, 5:48 pm
7lbs…not good however a couple trips to the local buffet should help replenish some of that.
Nah... I'm takin' "baby steps" on this one... Nice and slow... *L*
And thank you sooooo much for giving me what you had. I'm just sooo overjoyed and thrilled at being sick. :( (I know it's not your fault. But it sounded good.)
Get better Mr. Dead, 7lbs is tough to lose but you'll fight to get it back.
Down 7!?! Man I feel guilty, that is exactly how man I'm up! Come on Mr. Dead, you got some eatin to do! LOL!
How goes the war today bro? Getting some balance back?
Hg
LittleMan55
09-26-08, 9:20 am
Deadman you need to hit the buffet! Eat some cake, oreo's and a milk shake or 2...
Get better though bro... It's a fight to gain when your not sick, you will bounce back though!
And thank you sooooo much for giving me what you had. I'm just sooo overjoyed and thrilled at being sick. :( (I know it's not your fault. But it sounded good.)
See that, Mr. Dead always thinking about others and giving so much of himself…just kidding! Had to do it!
Hollow1
09-30-08, 10:52 am
How are things going Mr. Dead? I hope you and your wife are feeling better!
Mr. Dead
09-30-08, 10:54 am
See that, Mr. Dead always thinking about others and giving so much of himself…just kidding! Had to do it!
How are things going Mr. Dead? I hope you and your wife are feeling better!
*L* Thanks... Well, I'm back up to 193 at 17% bodyfat... No barfing, but still a little trouble at the southern end...
LittleMan55
09-30-08, 11:00 am
*L* Thanks... Well, I'm back up to 193 at 17% bodyfat... No barfing, but still a little trouble at the southern end...
Good for no barfing, bad on the other end... Unless you have 3 ply!
Mr. Dead
09-30-08, 11:02 am
Good for no barfing, bad on the other end... Unless you have 3 ply!
I eat a LOT of spicy foods, though... *L*
LittleMan55
09-30-08, 11:08 am
I eat a LOT of spicy foods, though... *L*
Uh-OH!!!
Hoomgar
09-30-08, 11:15 am
I eat a LOT of spicy foods, though... *L*
My dog constantly gets into the trash and eats it even though he knows it's going to make him sick. Just sayin... *L*
Hg
Hollow1
09-30-08, 11:22 am
My dog constantly gets into the trash and eats it even though he knows it's going to make him sick. Just sayin... *L*
Hg
LMAO...ROFL...<wiping a tear away from my eye>...that was a good one Hoomgar. Poking fun at the sick guy.
Spicy foods at this point doesn't sound to appealing!
Hoomgar
09-30-08, 11:32 am
LMAO...ROFL...<wiping a tear away from my eye>...that was a good one Hoomgar. Poking fun at the sick guy.
Spicy foods at this point doesn't sound to appealing!
Cruel, yet fitting, wouldn't you say? LOL! We love ya Mr. Dead, get well soon bro :)
Hollow1
09-30-08, 11:33 am
Cruel, yet fitting, wouldn't you say? LOL! We love ya Mr. Dead, get well soon bro :)
Ditto!
Mr. Dead
09-30-08, 11:48 am
Uh-OH!!!
My dog constantly gets into the trash and eats it even though he knows it's going to make him sick. Just sayin... *L*
Hg
LMAO...ROFL...<wiping a tear away from my eye>...that was a good one Hoomgar. Poking fun at the sick guy.
Spicy foods at this point doesn't sound to appealing!
Cruel, yet fitting, wouldn't you say? LOL! We love ya Mr. Dead, get well soon bro :)
Ditto!
*L* I can't help it... I like for my food to entertain me... But... I'm currently scared to death of squats, right now...
Hollow1
09-30-08, 11:50 am
*L* I can't help it... I like for my food to entertain me... But... I'm currently scared to death of squats, right now...
LMAO...Thanks for the image Mr. Dead, I had a mouthful of food that just went sailing across the room.
Hoomgar
09-30-08, 11:59 am
LMAO...Thanks for the image Mr. Dead, I had a mouthful of food that just went sailing across the room.
LOL x2!!! Good one bro. That's the Mr. dead we know. He must be feeling better :)
Hg
Mr. Dead
09-30-08, 1:48 pm
Chest, tri's, and abs:
CHEST
Dips:
4 sets of 10 at bodyweight
Flat DP BP
1 set of 10 at 45 per side
5 sets of 5 at 65 per side
Machine BP:
1 set of 20 at 105
5 sets of 5 at 180
Hammer Strength Incline BP:
1 set of 10 at 90
5 sets of 5 at 140
Incline DB BP:
3 sets of 8 at 45 per side
Cable Crossover:
1 set of 20 at 50 per side
1 set of 15 at 60 "
1 set of 10 at 70 "
1 set of 10 at 90 "
TRI'S:
"V" Bar Press downs:
1 set of 20 at 90
5 sets of 5 at 160
Rope Pull downs:
1 set of 20 at 80
5 set of 5 at 120
1 handed "D" Ring press downs:
4 sets of 10 at 50 per side
ABS:
Machine Weighted Crunch:
3 sets of 30 at 100
Crunches:
4 sets of 30
Hanging leg raises:
3 sets of 25
The usual 2 sessions of Puppy Power Walking...
Felt good to be back at it... No drop in numbers... A bit on the sore side, today, but in a good way...
Looks like an awesome come back d-man. High volume and all. Good to see you back at it bro. Yea, you should be sore after that! No spicy foods yet! LOL!
Hg
Mr. Dead
09-30-08, 2:01 pm
Looks like an awesome come back d-man. High volume and all. Good to see you back at it bro. Yea, you should be sore after that! No spicy foods yet! LOL!
Hg
*L* Thanks... Appetite is back FULL FORCE, too...
Looks like an awesome come back d-man. High volume and all. Good to see you back at it bro. Yea, you should be sore after that! No spicy foods yet! LOL!
Hg
X2! Outstanding work and with no drop in numbers, bonus! Great return Mr. Dead!
Firedrake
09-30-08, 4:20 pm
Chest, tri's, and abs:
*snip*
The usual 2 sessions of Puppy Power Walking...
Felt good to be back at it... No drop in numbers... A bit on the sore side, today, but in a good way...
that's quite a session! Especially for your first day back from the Olympia, but looking at the pix, things weren't exactly lazy there, either. I found your Journey from that page. I'm subbed in for the ride.
'drake
Mr. Dead
09-30-08, 6:50 pm
that's quite a session! Especially for your first day back from the Olympia, but looking at the pix, things weren't exactly lazy there, either. I found your Journey from that page. I'm subbed in for the ride.
'drake
Thanks... But, actually, that was the first day back from being sick... I WISH I could have gone to the "O", though...
Firedrake
09-30-08, 7:12 pm
Thanks... But, actually, that was the first day back from being sick... I WISH I could have gone to the "O", though...
Sorry I misunderstood. That's what I get for not reading the whole Journey. Just work back in carefully till you're sure you're ready to kill the iron.
I see (of course) you're working toward the Fort Lewis championship -- are you in service? I'm a vet, so I'm always curious.
'drake
...checking in to see how you're feeling Mr. Dead.
Mr. Dead
10-02-08, 1:48 pm
Sorry I misunderstood. That's what I get for not reading the whole Journey. Just work back in carefully till you're sure you're ready to kill the iron.
I see (of course) you're working toward the Fort Lewis championship -- are you in service? I'm a vet, so I'm always curious.
'drake
I work as a civilian at Madigan Army Medical Center... But I did do 5 years active duty Army...
...checking in to see how you're feeling Mr. Dead.
Feeling strong Like Bull... I'll be posting my workouts from the past 2 days, later...
I work as a civilian at Madigan Army Medical Center... But I did do 5 years active duty Army...
Feeling strong Like Bull... I'll be posting my workouts from the past 2 days, later...
Good to hear!
Ragnar13
10-06-08, 8:21 pm
Subscribed*
Hey Dead, can you shoot me some info on the contest in May? Can't seem to find anything in MWR websites. I am sure I can find a reason to go TDY to Lewis in May!
Hello...Mr. Dead? Hope all is well at the homestead.
Hoomgar
10-08-08, 11:54 am
Hello...Mr. Dead? Hope all is well at the homestead.
chirp, chirp, chirp...
LOL! d-man! *L*
Hg
Mr. Dead
10-09-08, 12:13 pm
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Hey Dead, can you shoot me some info on the contest in May? Can't seem to find anything in MWR websites. I am sure I can find a reason to go TDY to Lewis in May!
They won't get the info out until January, as far as specifics... But when I get it, I'll shoot it over to ya...
Mr. Dead
10-09-08, 12:16 pm
Hello...Mr. Dead? Hope all is well at the homestead.
chirp, chirp, chirp...
LOL! d-man! *L*
Hg
Sorry fellas... It's been a bit chaotic as of late... We lost half of our nursing crew last week, due to their contracts not being picked up... But I can assure you that I'm hitting the iron hard!!! (I need my therapy... *L*) And the 23 lbs I've put on since the start of this is very encouraging...
Hollow1
10-09-08, 12:26 pm
Alright Mr. Dead! 23 lbs is most definitely encouraging! Keep hitting it hard and hopefully there will be some relief from the chaotic work schedule soon.
Alright Mr. Dead! 23 lbs is most definitely encouraging! Keep hitting it hard and hopefully there will be some relief from the chaotic work schedule soon.
x2 to that! Keep liftin and eatin, we'll keep your thread alive ;)
Hg
LittleMan55
10-09-08, 1:33 pm
23 lbs... hell yeah bro!
jonnydunz
10-09-08, 1:33 pm
i see that you are doing it big my man. keep on hitting those weights hard bro and congrats on the 23lbs. peace.
Ragnar13
10-09-08, 11:47 pm
They won't get the info out until January, as far as specifics... But when I get it, I'll shoot it over to ya...
Thanks man.
23lbs! Way to go bro! Keep hitting it hard. The only thing that keeps me from either losing it and wiping out half my floor at work and being able to stay a sane productive little Soldier is my stress relief on the iron!
Hollow1
10-15-08, 10:17 am
Just checking in to see how things are going. Things still chaotic at work?. Hope all is well with you Mr. Dead.
Hoomgar
10-15-08, 11:34 am
Just checking in to see how things are going. Things still chaotic at work?. Hope all is well with you Mr. Dead.
x2, how is things Mr. Dead?
jonnydunz
10-15-08, 9:38 pm
whats been up my man. i hope that all is going well man as i am just stopping by to check on you bro. peace.
Mr. Dead is taking care of some stuffs right now fellas. He told me the other day he would be a little busy for the next few. He'll be back, no worries. You know the deadman ;)
Hg
Mr. Dead is taking care of some stuffs right now fellas. He told me the other day he would be a little busy for the next few. He'll be back, no worries. You know the deadman ;)
Hg
Thanks for the update Hoomgar.
Mr. Dead
10-20-08, 6:56 pm
Okay... Issues have been taken care of, and none coming up in the forseeable future... Time to get this back on track... I figured I'd get this back on track with how my supps are lined up, currently...
Pak, Uni-Liver, Shock Therapy, Intra Aid, EAA Stack, Omega, and Torrent... I'm considering throwing in Storm, N1-T, a protein powder (Undecided as to which) and Natural Sterol Complex... I'm eating 6-7 times per day... Lot's of chicken, oatmeal, and also Natty PB and honey sandwiches... I'm still growing, after all... *L*
Hey, great to see you back Mr. Dead! Definitely sounds like you've been eating good. Supp line up looks solid as well.
Ragnar13
10-21-08, 10:56 am
Welcome back man! Know your still growing, aren't we all! How much you planning on weighing when you step on stage come May?
Mr. Dead
10-21-08, 11:45 am
Welcome back man! Know your still growing, aren't we all! How much you planning on weighing when you step on stage come May?
I'm hoping for being closer to 190 this time around...
Okay... Issues have been taken care of, and none coming up in the forseeable future... Time to get this back on track... I figured I'd get this back on track with how my supps are lined up, currently...
Pak, Uni-Liver, Shock Therapy, Intra Aid, EAA Stack, Omega, and Torrent... I'm considering throwing in Storm, N1-T, a protein powder (Undecided as to which) and Natural Sterol Complex... I'm eating 6-7 times per day... Lot's of chicken, oatmeal, and also Natty PB and honey sandwiches... I'm still growing, after all... *L*
I'm hoping for being closer to 190 this time around...
Subbed....
*L*
190! We are going to see more than 190, it's grow time baby :D
Hg
Mr. Dead
10-21-08, 3:28 pm
Subbed....
*L*
190! We are going to see more than 190, it's grow time baby :D
Hg
That's 190 at around 6% bodyfat...
That's 190 at around 6% bodyfat...
Piece of cake! Wait, no cake!
You can do it bro, I know you can. Food+M-Stak it up!
Firedrake
10-21-08, 3:58 pm
That's 190 at around 6% bodyfat...
How tall are you, and what's your BW and BF %age right now? I'm just curious -- I'm getting Hydrostatic weighing done tomorrow -- the electronic scale at the gym today said I was 266.5, and I know I have a lot of fat to lose, but I was just wondering where I'm going to wind up at 6'2".
I look forward to seeing more about your progress!
Mr. Dead
10-21-08, 4:11 pm
How tall are you, and what's your BW and BF %age right now? I'm just curious -- I'm getting Hydrostatic weighing done tomorrow -- the electronic scale at the gym today said I was 266.5, and I know I have a lot of fat to lose, but I was just wondering where I'm going to wind up at 6'2".
I look forward to seeing more about your progress!
I'm between 6' and 5'11 1/2" (Depending on which 7-11 I walk out of... *L*) and 40 years young... and I'm at 208, as of this morning... But have a bodyfat % of 17.8...
Ragnar13
10-28-08, 11:20 am
Hey man, hows it going?
Hollow1
10-28-08, 11:24 am
Hey man, hows it going?
X2! Hope all is well Mr. Dead.
Hoomgar
10-28-08, 11:26 am
Who woke me up? Hey d-man! What's new bro :)
Mr. Dead
10-28-08, 11:35 am
Hey man, hows it going?
X2! Hope all is well Mr. Dead.
Who woke me up? Hey d-man! What's new bro :)
Things are going good... I'm going to be changing a few things up... I was talking to a brother on here, that will be doing my pre-contest prep, and it looks like I need to tone some things down, as far as eating goes...
Hoomgar
10-28-08, 11:55 am
Things are going good... I'm going to be changing a few things up... I was talking to a brother on here, that will be doing my pre-contest prep, and it looks like I need to tone some things down, as far as eating goes...
Baaa! Poo! No more pasta? :)
scals17
10-28-08, 11:58 am
Hey Mr. Dead, been awhile. Things going well over there?
Hey Mr. Dead, been awhile. Things going well over there?
x 2. I know you love halloween so I hope you scare a bunch of kids for me.
Hope you have a good one and things are going good.
Mr. Dead
10-29-08, 12:38 pm
Chest, tri's, and abs:
CHEST
Dips:
4 sets of 10 at bodyweight
Flat DP BP
1 set of 10 at 45 per side
5 sets of 5 at 65 per side
Machine BP:
1 set of 20 at 105
5 sets of 5 at 180
Hammer Strength Incline BP:
1 set of 10 at 90
5 sets of 5 at 140
Incline DB BP:
3 sets of 8 at 45 per side
Cable Crossover:
1 set of 20 at 50 per side
1 set of 15 at 60 "
1 set of 10 at 70 "
1 set of 10 at 90 "
TRI'S:
"V" Bar Press downs:
1 set of 20 at 90
5 sets of 5 at 160
Rope Pull downs:
1 set of 20 at 80
5 set of 5 at 120
1 handed "D" Ring press downs:
4 sets of 10 at 50 per side
ABS:
Machine Weighted Crunch:
3 sets of 30 at 100
Crunches:
4 sets of 30
Hanging leg raises:
3 sets of 25
The usual 2 sessions of Puppy Power Walking...
Ragnar13
10-29-08, 12:45 pm
Nice workout man! Triceps must have been cooked by the end.
Hoomgar
10-29-08, 12:48 pm
This has a familiar high volume ring to it? I'll take high volume with a side of puppy power walking please! Those pups are sure to me huge by now bro no?
Good stuff d-man!
Hg
Mr. Dead
10-29-08, 12:50 pm
Nice workout man! Triceps must have been cooked by the end.
Fried... *L*
This has a familiar high volume ring to it? I'll take high volume with a side of puppy power walking please! Those pups are sure to me huge by now bro no?
Good stuff d-man!
Hg
The Rott is getting close to 100 lbs at just over 9 months old... The lab is getting close to 70, at the same age...
Hollow1
10-29-08, 12:57 pm
Outstanding session Mr. Dead! Man, with the Rotty hitting close to a 100 lbs, a puppy power walk after that session has got to be very taxing.
You mentioned in an earlier post that you will be toning some things down, namely diet, any other changes?
Mr. Dead
10-29-08, 1:13 pm
Outstanding session Mr. Dead! Man, with the Rotty hitting close to a 100 lbs, a puppy power walk after that session has got to be very taxing.
You mentioned in an earlier post that you will be toning some things down, namely diet, any other changes?
Thanks!!! There may be some changes in my supps coming up, and how I hit my chest (Probably going to try hitting it more frequently...)
Hollow1
10-30-08, 10:52 am
Thanks!!! There may be some changes in my supps coming up, and how I hit my chest (Probably going to try hitting it more frequently...)
I am quite interested to see how that is laid out, hitting the chest more frequently.
Mr. Dead
10-30-08, 4:58 pm
I am quite interested to see how that is laid out, hitting the chest more frequently.
1 exercise, 4 sets of 15 reps, each day, except for chest day... Do that for 4 weeks...
Your workouts are still utter madness... in a good way. Keep up the hard work MD. Enjoy scaring the kiddies.
1 exercise, 4 sets of 15 reps, each day, except for chest day... Do that for 4 weeks...
Do you alternate exercises from day to day or do you focus on one specific exercise over the course of the four weeks?
Mr. Dead
11-01-08, 2:56 pm
Do you alternate exercises from day to day or do you focus on one specific exercise over the course of the four weeks?
The exercises will change, but I will get flat bench in at least 2x per week...
jonnydunz
11-02-08, 6:40 am
training hard my man and smart as well. keep on pushing yourself and trying different workouts to get you where you want to be. peace.
Mr. Dead
11-03-08, 3:11 pm
training hard my man and smart as well. keep on pushing yourself and trying different workouts to get you where you want to be. peace.
Thanks, bro!!! I know you're hittin' it hard, as well!!!
Mr. Dead
11-03-08, 3:17 pm
Well, last saturday was a Washington (Seattle) ABC gathering... The turnout was great, and got to meet some awesome people... These guys and gals were going hard and heavy... We hit back and bi's over at Iron Works Gym, over in Bellevue... It was a really big change of pace for me, too... Which was an added plus... And, we had dinner at Red Robin's with "all-you-can-eat" steak fries and a 5-alarm burger...
ragingmuscle
11-03-08, 3:26 pm
Nice job brother! Are you doing a heavy and light day on chest?
LittleMan55
11-03-08, 3:26 pm
The ABC sounds like a good time MD! There is one coming up here in VA soon...
Mr. Dead
11-03-08, 3:32 pm
Nice job brother! Are you doing a heavy and light day on chest?
Thanks!!! I've been going heavy on chest day... The other days are mostly to get blood and nutrients into the area...
Well, last saturday was a Washington (Seattle) ABC gathering... The turnout was great, and got to meet some awesome people... These guys and gals were going hard and heavy... We hit back and bi's over at Iron Works Gym, over in Bellevue... It was a really big change of pace for me, too... Which was an added plus... And, we had dinner at Red Robin's with "all-you-can-eat" steak fries and a 5-alarm burger...
I so want to say "pics or it didn't happen" :D OK I'll behave...
Always a good time and a good lift at the ABC's bro. Sounds like you had a good turn out.
Hg
Mr. Dead
11-03-08, 3:37 pm
I so want to say "pics or it didn't happen" :D OK I'll behave...
Always a good time and a good lift at the ABC's bro. Sounds like you had a good turn out.
Hg
There were 6 of us, this time around... Which is a lot better than 2, which is what was there, last time...
ragingmuscle
11-05-08, 2:38 pm
There were 6 of us, this time around... Which is a lot better than 2, which is what was there, last time...
Good growth brother! That area has a lot of good potential to be a big chapter.
Mr. Dead
11-05-08, 2:45 pm
Good growth brother! That area has a lot of good potential to be a big chapter.
Already have another 2, that want to be at the next one...
Mr. Dead
11-05-08, 2:54 pm
Legs:
Leg extensions: (Warm-up)
4 sets of 20 at 105
Squats:
1 set of 20 at 120
1 set of 15 at 160
1 set of 10 at 200
1 set of 5 at 300
1 set of 100 at 80
Leg press:
1 set of 30 at 180
1 set of 20 at 270
1 set of 15 at 360
1 set of 10 at 450
1 set of 10 at 630
Leg extensions:
1 set of 20 at 105
1 set of 15 at 120
1 set of 10 at 135
1 set of 8 at 180
2 sets of 5 at 210
1 set of 100 at 75
Lying leg curls:
1 set of 20 at 50
1 set of 15 at 60
1 set of 10 at 70
1 set of 10 at 90
4 drop sets at 10 each
Abductor and adductor machines:
3 sets of 50 at 80 (Each machine)
Standing calf raise:
1 set of 30 at 195
1 set of 15 at 255
1 set of 10 at 310
1 set of 10 at 370
1 set of 100 at 175
Seated calf:
5 sets of 15 at 180
Abs:
3 sets of 15 at 100 on the "Ab Machine"
3 sets of 30 crunches
3 sets of 25 hanging leg raises...
And, the obligatory Puppy Power Walks...
Ha, Ha, Ha…where’s the 100’s Mr. De…wait a second…did I read that right!?!? 100’s on squats!?!? 100’s on leg extensions!?!? 100’s on the calf raises!?!? A truly insane leg session Mr. Dead!!! I hope you have a wheelchair lined up because it looks like you’re going to need it!
Ha, Ha, Ha…where’s the 100’s Mr. De…wait a second…did I read that right!?!? 100’s on squats!?!? 100’s on leg extensions!?!? 100’s on the calf raises!?!? A truly insane leg session Mr. Dead!!! I hope you have a wheelchair lined up because it looks like you’re going to need it!
Come on Hollow1, haven't you figured it out by now? Mr. Dead is a robot! He has to be, no human could do that! LOL!
Man d-man, you always keep the bar so high bro...
Solid session.
Hg
Mr. Dead
11-05-08, 3:15 pm
Ha, Ha, Ha…where’s the 100’s Mr. De…wait a second…did I read that right!?!? 100’s on squats!?!? 100’s on leg extensions!?!? 100’s on the calf raises!?!? A truly insane leg session Mr. Dead!!! I hope you have a wheelchair lined up because it looks like you’re going to need it!
Come on Hollow1, haven't you figured it out by now? Mr. Dead is a robot! He has to be, no human could do that! LOL!
Man d-man, you always keep the bar so high bro...
Solid session.
Hg
Thanks, guys... I just kind of go into a zone on leg days... *L*
Thanks, guys... I just kind of go into a zone on leg days... *L*
We've come to expect it from you bro. You've set the bar high on yourself! We'd be disappointed to see anything less :)
Mr. Dead
11-05-08, 3:39 pm
We've come to expect it from you bro. You've set the bar high on yourself! We'd be disappointed to see anything less :)
Thank you... At least currently, I'm able to eat enough to recover from it... *L*
We've come to expect it from you bro. You've set the bar high on yourself! We'd be disappointed to see anything less :)
X2!
As for the robot theory...I keep telling myself it's not possible...but maybe it is!?
X2!
As for the robot theory...I keep telling myself it's not possible...but maybe it is!?
We will have to settle for in-human :)
Mr. Dead
11-05-08, 6:44 pm
X2!
As for the robot theory...I keep telling myself it's not possible...but maybe it is!?
We will have to settle for in-human :)
Hi... My name is Mr. Dead... And I'm a leg day addict...
Ragnar13
11-05-08, 7:54 pm
Holy shaking thighs Batman!!!!! 100s!! Damn man you are definately cranking up the intensity! I am telling you, unless something totally f'd up happens, I am getting to Fort Lewis to see you dominate in May!!!
Mr. Dead
11-06-08, 1:59 pm
Holy shaking thighs Batman!!!!! 100s!! Damn man you are definately cranking up the intensity! I am telling you, unless something totally f'd up happens, I am getting to Fort Lewis to see you dominate in May!!!
Thanks!!! Unfortunately, my biggest problems are my chest, lats and gut... If I can get those up and the gut down, then I'll be ready...
Mr. Dead
11-06-08, 2:01 pm
And, the days of eating whatever, are coming to a close... I'm starting to clean up my diet, and getting closer to the start of my cut in early-mid-January... I'll still be taking in the carbs, but from cleaner sources, until then...
And, the days of eating whatever, are coming to a close... I'm starting to clean up my diet, and getting closer to the start of my cut in early-mid-January... I'll still be taking in the carbs, but from cleaner sources, until then...
Better make those last days of eating "whatever" count!
ragingmuscle
11-06-08, 2:12 pm
And, the days of eating whatever, are coming to a close... I'm starting to clean up my diet, and getting closer to the start of my cut in early-mid-January... I'll still be taking in the carbs, but from cleaner sources, until then...
Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy for the time is drawing near..
Ragnar13
11-06-08, 2:47 pm
Thanks!!! Unfortunately, my biggest problems are my chest, lats and gut... If I can get those up and the gut down, then I'll be ready...
Bro, my chest and gut and love handles are my weak spots......
Mr. Dead
11-06-08, 2:51 pm
Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy for the time is drawing near..
Actually, I'm looking forward to it...
Mr. Dead
11-06-08, 2:53 pm
Bro, my chest and gut and love handles are my weak spots......
Those were glaring at my last show... The chest is starting to fill in, and after I shed some flab, I think the lats will show some improvement... Legs and traps seem to get the most positive comments...
Better make those last days of eating "whatever" count!
Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy for the time is drawing near..
x3 to that d-man. Get you some ice cream ;)
Mr. Dead
11-06-08, 2:59 pm
x3 to that d-man. Get you some ice cream ;)
I'm more concerned about my breads and pasta... Just had a huge serving of leftovers, from last night... Mostaccioli!!!
x3 to that d-man. Get you some ice cream ;)
I'm more concerned about my breads and pasta... Just had a huge serving of leftovers, from last night... Mostaccioli!!!
Better get your fill in of pasta and breads Mr. Dead!
Drool...ice cream...good call Hoomgar!
Mr. Dead
11-06-08, 3:19 pm
x3 to that d-man. Get you some ice cream ;)
Better get your fill in of pasta and breads Mr. Dead!
Drool...ice cream...good call Hoomgar!
I only like ice cream during the summer... It's too damned cold, now... *L*
I only like ice cream during the summer... It's too damned cold, now... *L*
Whoa, eh! It's never to cold for ice cream. Ice cream on a cold winter's night...mmm...good!
Mr. Dead
11-06-08, 3:26 pm
Whoa, eh! It's never to cold for ice cream. Ice cream on a cold winter's night...mmm...good!
Surprisingly, sweets were never my weakness... I'm powerless against a juicy, smokey, BBQ slathered hunk of brisket, though... *L*
Whoa, eh! It's never to cold for ice cream. Ice cream on a cold winter's night...mmm...good!
Surprisingly, sweets were never my weakness... I'm powerless against a juicy, smokey, BBQ slathered hunk of brisket, though... *L*
I gotta go with both sides! I just want to eat!
Surprisingly, sweets were never my weakness... I'm powerless against a juicy, smokey, BBQ slathered hunk of brisket, though... *L*
I gotta go with both sides! I just want to eat!
Hoomgar is right, both sides win...bottom line...eat!
Mr. Dead
11-06-08, 3:40 pm
Hoomgar is right, both sides win...bottom line...eat!
Sold!!!
Mr. Dead
11-07-08, 12:41 pm
I don't know if the flooding up here in the Great Northwest has made news, or not... But, let's just say that I have more mud, than yard, now... While I was taking Igor (The Black Lab...) out to "do his business, and make a deposit...", the ground gave way, and I landed full force onto my right shoulder... Since that time, I am having difficulty turning my head, raising my arm, and discomfort breathing... I go to the Doctor, this afternoon...
I don't know if the flooding up here in the Great Northwest has made news, or not... But, let's just say that I have more mud, than yard, now... While I was taking Igor (The Black Lab...) out to "do his business, and make a deposit...", the ground gave way, and I landed full force onto my right shoulder... Since that time, I am having difficulty turning my head, raising my arm, and discomfort breathing... I go to the Doctor, this afternoon...
What shitty luck. I wish you the best of luck and a speedy recovery MD!
Mr. Dead
11-07-08, 1:04 pm
What shitty luck. I wish you the best of luck and a speedy recovery MD!
Thanks... I'm hoping for either a contusion or dislocation... (Kind of sad, that I'm hoping such things... *L*)
I don't know if the flooding up here in the Great Northwest has made news, or not... But, let's just say that I have more mud, than yard, now... While I was taking Igor (The Black Lab...) out to "do his business, and make a deposit...", the ground gave way, and I landed full force onto my right shoulder... Since that time, I am having difficulty turning my head, raising my arm, and discomfort breathing... I go to the Doctor, this afternoon...
Noooooooo! D-man! We gotta get you away from them dogs! All your last injuries have somehow been while taking care of those dogs! They are tougher than we are bro, you gotta watch out my man. Heal up buddy. If the doc sees nothing more than a sprain or a bruise maybe a trip to the chiro is in order? That is usually the case in something like this when it has happened to me.
Hg
Mr. Dead
11-07-08, 1:33 pm
Noooooooo! D-man! We gotta get you away from them dogs! All your last injuries have somehow been while taking care of those dogs! They are tougher than we are bro, you gotta watch out my man. Heal up buddy. If the doc sees nothing more than a sprain or a bruise maybe a trip to the chiro is in order? That is usually the case in something like this when it has happened to me.
Hg
I'm getting an acupuncture treatment, before going in, today... My acupuncture Doc that I work for, think I either cracked/fractured, or dislocated a rib, but don't know what to make of my shoulder... And the rest of the Docs at work are in agreement... But I don't get my healthcare at work, so they can't order X-Rays...
ragingmuscle
11-07-08, 2:18 pm
Hang in there brother...hopefully just a little bump in the road...hope everything is going to be ok.
Wishing you a speedy recover Mr. Dead!
Mr. Dead
11-07-08, 2:37 pm
Hang in there brother...hopefully just a little bump in the road...hope everything is going to be ok.
Wishing you a speedy recover Mr. Dead!
Thanks, guys... And, for the record... dd2inxs is the one making me get checked out...
Ragnar13
11-08-08, 8:13 am
Fingers are crossed that it is something minor that goes away in a few days with some anti-inflammatories! Good Luck Bro!
jonnydunz
11-09-08, 11:14 am
man sorry to hear about your accident man and i hope that it is nothing serious more than just whiplash. take care bro and i will checking to see how ya doing. peace.
Mr. Dead
11-10-08, 1:30 pm
Okay... I had my MRI, today... It revealed a small tear to my rotator cuff... So, it's small enough, not to warrant surgery... However, I can't train my upper body for a little while... So, that means leg days are still on... She said that thanks to my musculature, the damage was not as bad as it could have been... So, in the meantime, I'm not allowed to use my right arm for a week... I'm on the 10mg Vicodin (2 tabs of 10 mg...) and the 750mg of Robaxin... and the 600 mg of motrin... Yes, my lips are numb on occasion... I also pulled/strained my right trap and rhomboid...
Let the healing begin! Bummer about the injury but like you said, it could have been worse if it wasn’t for muscles…hmmm…another good reason to lift…three cheers for working out!
I hope your recover is a quick and healthy one Mr. Dead!
Does this mean we’ll be seeing more leg workouts during “the healing” period?
Mr. Dead
11-10-08, 2:07 pm
Let the healing begin! Bummer about the injury but like you said, it could have been worse if it wasn’t for muscles…hmmm…another good reason to lift…three cheers for working out!
I hope your recover is a quick and healthy one Mr. Dead!
Does this mean we’ll be seeing more leg workouts during “the healing” period?
*L* Once the drugs wear off... The ones I listed earlier, are just my daily ones... I had valium and demerol, earlier, today, to keep me still during the MRI... She said I can still do leg extensions, leg presses, adductor machines, abductor machines, and seated calf raise... But I'm not allowed to use my right arm, until my evaluation next Monday... (Good thing I'm left handed... *L*) And, I've got my Acupuncturist, that I work for, ready to try and help speed up the process... But, yeah... Another good reason to workout... *L*
ragingmuscle
11-10-08, 2:11 pm
Just a bump...get better brother...take care of the injuries and back at it...
Damn at least its not that bad of a set back... but still a set back nonetheless. I wish you the best and a speedy recovery. I would train legs 2-3 times a week till I was 100%... get 'em freaky!
Mr. Dead
11-10-08, 2:47 pm
Just a bump...get better brother...take care of the injuries and back at it...
Damn at least its not that bad of a set back... but still a set back nonetheless. I wish you the best and a speedy recovery. I would train legs 2-3 times a week till I was 100%... get 'em freaky!
Thanks, bros... And, don't worry... I don't think I need any prodding to hit legs... *L*
ragingmuscle
11-11-08, 2:40 pm
Hows the recovery going?
Okay... I had my MRI, today... It revealed a small tear to my rotator cuff... So, it's small enough, not to warrant surgery... However, I can't train my upper body for a little while... So, that means leg days are still on... She said that thanks to my musculature, the damage was not as bad as it could have been... So, in the meantime, I'm not allowed to use my right arm for a week... I'm on the 10mg Vicodin (2 tabs of 10 mg...) and the 750mg of Robaxin... and the 600 mg of motrin... Yes, my lips are numb on occasion... I also pulled/strained my right trap and rhomboid...
Glad to hear the prognosis is so fast deadman. Those type of injuries can tale a lot longer than that for some. This is a testament to one of the many benefits of what we do! Heal up bro.
Hg
Mr. Dead
11-11-08, 3:36 pm
Hows the recovery going?
Slowly and impatiently... I'm going to the gym, tonight, to hit legs and get some cardio in...
Ragnar13
11-11-08, 3:36 pm
Bro, get well soon. Hope that the little time off upper body helps you focus and hit the legs hard. My money is that you have the best wheels on stage in May!!!
Mr. Dead
11-11-08, 3:38 pm
Glad to hear the prognosis is so fast deadman. Those type of injuries can tale a lot longer than that for some. This is a testament to one of the many benefits of what we do! Heal up bro.
Hg
Thanks, bro... But, in one week, is when they will determine my weight restriction...
Thanks, bro... But, in one week, is when they will determine my weight restriction...
At least you don't need to go under the knife!
Mr. Dead
11-12-08, 11:09 am
At least you don't need to go under the knife!
True... Very true... And, that's a good thing...
I forgot to ask how did halloween go? Lot of scares?
Mr. Dead
11-12-08, 12:17 pm
I forgot to ask how did halloween go? Lot of scares?
*L* I scared more parents, than I usually do... But, numbers dropped off, quite a bit, this year... We only had 118, instead of 300+... I think it was a combination of the Homecoming Game, parents going out and partying, and kids having sleep-overs...
*L* I scared more parents, than I usually do... But, numbers dropped off, quite a bit, this year... We only had 118, instead of 300+... I think it was a combination of the Homecoming Game, parents going out and partying, and kids having sleep-overs...
Still sounds like good times... any pics?
Mr. Dead
11-12-08, 2:00 pm
Still sounds like good times... any pics?
When I get the film developed, I'll post some...
Mr. Dead
11-12-08, 2:01 pm
Holy crap!!! I just realized that I've gone over the 3000th post mark... And on the 14th, I'll have been here for one year...
When I get the film developed, I'll post some...
Holy crap!!! I just realized that I've gone over the 3000th post mark... And on the 14th, I'll have been here for one year...
Aren't we waiting for the last ABC pics still?
Definitely a great addition to the forvm family!
Mr. Dead
11-12-08, 2:47 pm
Aren't we waiting for the last ABC pics still?
Definitely a great addition to the forvm family!
As soon as I get the pics developed... I still use film...
ragingmuscle
11-12-08, 7:26 pm
Hang in there brother...
Holy crap!!! I just realized that I've gone over the 3000th post mark... And on the 14th, I'll have been here for one year...
Congrats on both accounts!
Mr. Dead
11-13-08, 10:57 am
Well, Tuesday I went to the gym... It was tough doing legs, and finding that fine line between actually feeling like I waqs getting something done, and just passing time... If I go too heavy, I hurt my shoulder, by grabbing the handles or tensing my upper body... Too light, and I'm wasting time... I'll figure it out... Today, I'll have my first acupuncture treatment...
jonnydunz
11-13-08, 11:42 am
good luck on the treatment man and i look forward to a speedy recovery. hOlla
Hollow1
11-13-08, 12:40 pm
No doubt in my mind you’ll have this figured out and hitting the legs as hard as possible.
I raise my fork to you for a speedy recover…it’s lunch time here.
Mr. Dead
11-13-08, 1:38 pm
No doubt in my mind you’ll have this figured out and hitting the legs as hard as possible.
I raise my fork to you for a speedy recover…it’s lunch time here.
Thanks, Hollow!!! I hope you've eaten, well... That's another twist with this, too... I've increased my protein intake to accomodate the healing process, as well...
LittleMan55
11-13-08, 1:42 pm
Patch up quickly deadman... Hit legs hard in the process!
Thanks, Hollow!!! I hope you've eaten, well... That's another twist with this, too... I've increased my protein intake to accomodate the healing process, as well...
Sounds like a solid plan!
Well, Tuesday I went to the gym... It was tough doing legs, and finding that fine line between actually feeling like I waqs getting something done, and just passing time... If I go too heavy, I hurt my shoulder, by grabbing the handles or tensing my upper body... Too light, and I'm wasting time... I'll figure it out... Today, I'll have my first acupuncture treatment...
Hang in there bro. I know you'll find the balance.
ragingmuscle
11-13-08, 2:50 pm
EAA's morning and night...
Mr. Dead
11-13-08, 2:53 pm
EAA's morning and night...
Juicy Watermelon is my friend!!!
How's the shoulder today Mr. Dead?
Mr. Dead
11-14-08, 12:23 pm
How's the shoulder today Mr. Dead?
Sore... But getting better... I had my first acupuncture appointment yesterday, and the man worked wonders... I had a lot more movement, for a while...
Mr. Dead
11-14-08, 12:25 pm
I posted up a thread, over in the Living section... I did this to thank everyone here for an awesome year, and to put all the good points out there...
http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?t=21871
Hollow1
11-14-08, 12:29 pm
Sore... But getting better... I had my first acupuncture appointment yesterday, and the man worked wonders... I had a lot more movement, for a while...
I posted up a thread, over in the Living section... I did this to thank everyone here for an awesome year, and to put all the good points out there...
http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?t=21871
Good to here it is getting better!
A year already!? Boy time flies...I've learned quite a few new things from you...and I thank you Mr. Dead.
Mr. Dead
11-14-08, 12:38 pm
Good to here it is getting better!
A year already!? Boy time flies...I've learned quite a few new things from you...and I thank you Mr. Dead.
Unfortunately, time flies faster, as I get older... *L* And as far as learning from me, I hope you didn't learn how to get injured by puppies... *LMAO!!!* And I thank you, as well, for the things I've learned from you, as well...
Unfortunately, time flies faster, as I get older... *L* And as far as learning from me, I hope you didn't learn how to get injured by puppies... *LMAO!!!* And I thank you, as well, for the things I've learned from you, as well...
LMAO…no offence intended but I figure if I ever need to draw from your puppy power experiences as long as I do the opposite I should be safe…
I posted up a thread, over in the Living section... I did this to thank everyone here for an awesome year, and to put all the good points out there...
http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?t=21871
Hey what a great idea *L*
Mr. Dead
11-18-08, 10:58 am
Here's some...
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/grimm50-R1-021-9.jpg
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/grimm50-R1-019-8.jpg
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/grimm50-R1-005-1.jpg
The weather was too damp to use my prosthetics... Normally, I would have had worms coming out of my face, and a few wounds, too...
Thanks for the pictures MD... they bring new meaning to the Deadman!
Hollow1
11-18-08, 11:32 am
Thanks for sharing the pics Mr. Dead. I swear, adults have more fun with Halloween then the kids…lol!
Nice looking dog.
Mr. Dead
11-18-08, 11:38 am
Thanks for the pictures MD... they bring new meaning to the Deadman!
Thanks for sharing the pics Mr. Dead. I swear, adults have more fun with Halloween then the kids…lol!
Nice looking dog.
Thanks, guys... *L* I scared more parents, than kids (I'm always nice to the little one's... But, 10 and up, let the horror begin!!! *L*) Yeah, Mozart LOVES his Superman costume... I'll try and get some more developed, that have Igor in his costume, and pics of the house...
Hollow1
11-18-08, 11:42 am
Thanks, guys... *L* I scared more parents, than kids (I'm always nice to the little one's... But, 10 and up, let the horror begin!!! *L*) Yeah, Mozart LOVES his Superman costume... I'll try and get some more developed, that have Igor in his costume, and pics of the house...
It’s all fun and games till someone pees their custom!
Mr. Dead
11-18-08, 11:53 am
It’s all fun and games till someone pees their custom!
True... That actually happened at the Mr. Olympia, this year... Right before the press conference, one of the competitors peed his Mr. Olympia sweats... *LMAO!!!*
Hollow1
11-18-08, 12:32 pm
True... That actually happened at the Mr. Olympia, this year... Right before the press conference, one of the competitors peed his Mr. Olympia sweats... *LMAO!!!*
See, I bet you it wasn’t any more fun and games for that competitor!
Mr. Dead
11-18-08, 12:46 pm
See, I bet you it wasn’t any more fun and games for that competitor!
His main response was... "At least I didn't crap myself..." *L*
firsthorseman97
11-18-08, 1:19 pm
Just read your whole journey Deadman. Consider me subbed.
Mr. Dead
11-18-08, 1:22 pm
Just read your whole journey Deadman. Consider me subbed.
Awesome!!! Great to have ya along!!!
ragingmuscle
11-18-08, 2:15 pm
His main response was... "At least I didn't crap myself..." *L*
Diuretics....wow..
Diuretics....wow..
Something I definitely do NOT need right now 8|
Hg
Mr. Dead
11-18-08, 2:44 pm
Diuretics....wow..
You know who I'm talking about, right...? *L*
Mr. Dead
11-18-08, 2:45 pm
Something I definitely do NOT need right now 8|
Hg
No... You need lots and lots of Gatorade...
No... You need lots and lots of Gatorade...
Got that right!
Mr. Dead
11-18-08, 5:29 pm
Got that right!
And... Intra Aid!!!
Here's some...
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/grimm50-R1-021-9.jpg
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/grimm50-R1-019-8.jpg
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm25/mrdead1/grimm50-R1-005-1.jpg
The weather was too damp to use my prosthetics... Normally, I would have had worms coming out of my face, and a few wounds, too...
I'll try to get the rest of the pictures developed. The ones that have of Igor, and I think I got some of the house.
I'll try to get the rest of the pictures developed. The ones that have of Igor, and I think I got some of the house.
Thanks dd2inxs. I'm looking forward to them.
Hg
Thanks dd2inxs. I'm looking forward to them.
Hg
X2!!!
Mr. Dead
11-19-08, 10:51 am
I find myself standing at the crossroads, at the moment... The timing of this injury has forced me to pause and take inventory... I've still got between a month and a half to two months to try and pack on some size, or in some areas, regain size... Part of me is considering not doing the show, taking a year off, and growing... Another part of me says to go ahead and do the show, since it is a small low-level show, and get some more stage time in... I just don't know which way I'm going to head... After my finishes in my last two shows, I find myself doubting...
firsthorseman97
11-19-08, 11:00 am
I find myself standing at the crossroads, at the moment... The timing of this injury has forced me to pause and take inventory... I've still got between a month and a half to two months to try and pack on some size, or in some areas, regain size... Part of me is considering not doing the show, taking a year off, and growing... Another part of me says to go ahead and do the show, since it is a small low-level show, and get some more stage time in... I just don't know which way I'm going to head... After my finishes in my last two shows, I find myself doubting...
Ask yourself how you'll feel if you pass on the show and you see pics of the winners and realize you could have beat them. Don't start doubting yourself now or everything is going to get harder, the dieting, the weights, everything. You can not let doubt and fear into your head, there is no room for it! Those thoughts are for the part-timers that are going thru the motions, not for the people living and breathing this lifestyle.
Hoomgar
11-19-08, 11:02 am
I find myself standing at the crossroads, at the moment... The timing of this injury has forced me to pause and take inventory... I've still got between a month and a half to two months to try and pack on some size, or in some areas, regain size... Part of me is considering not doing the show, taking a year off, and growing... Another part of me says to go ahead and do the show, since it is a small low-level show, and get some more stage time in... I just don't know which way I'm going to head... After my finishes in my last two shows, I find myself doubting...
Well to the doubt, I say this:
http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?t=14848
As far as a vote, I say, relax, play it out like you are going to do it and as you get closer you will know if it is a go this time around or not. You can always pull out then. But if you pull out right now, you'll never know...
Hg
Mr. Dead
11-19-08, 11:06 am
Well to the doubt, I say this:
http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?t=14848
As far as a vote, I say, relax, play it out like you are going to do it and as you get closer you will know if it is a go this time around or not. You can always pull out then. But if you pull out right now, you'll never know...
Hg
Thanks... I needed that... I guess I'll wait until the guy that's going to be doing my contest prep gets a chance to see where I'm at in a month and a half to two months...
MD, to be honest I go through that same thought pattern a lot of my days, not in the same categories, but in general... I say take it one day at a time...be bigger, stronger, better than the previous day. If that leads you to the show... DO IT and dominate it. If that leads you to becoming a mass off season monster, then please warn your competition for your arrival next year. Better yet scratch that as they will hear you coming.
Nothing wrong with taking a look and facing the cross roads... Fuck the fork in the road, just go straight.
Whatever you do, do it proudly, confidently, and with your head up. I got your back either way.
scals17
11-19-08, 11:33 am
I find myself standing at the crossroads, at the moment... The timing of this injury has forced me to pause and take inventory... I've still got between a month and a half to two months to try and pack on some size, or in some areas, regain size... Part of me is considering not doing the show, taking a year off, and growing... Another part of me says to go ahead and do the show, since it is a small low-level show, and get some more stage time in... I just don't know which way I'm going to head... After my finishes in my last two shows, I find myself doubting...
It's always good to have a solid plan of attack. I think that you'll make the right decision that will impact the big picture. You've done really well for yourself Mr. Dead. Don't let the placings in the last two shows make you doubt yourself. There are plenty of people that will never get on stage, but you have. Just keep working hard and the decision you make will be the right one.
Hollow1
11-19-08, 11:36 am
Well to the doubt, I say this:
http://forum.animalpak.com/showthread.php?t=14848
As far as a vote, I say, relax, play it out like you are going to do it and as you get closer you will know if it is a go this time around or not. You can always pull out then. But if you pull out right now, you'll never know...
Hg
Excellent post Hoomgar!
Mr. Dead
11-19-08, 2:44 pm
MD, to be honest I go through that same thought pattern a lot of my days, not in the same categories, but in general... I say take it one day at a time...be bigger, stronger, better than the previous day. If that leads you to the show... DO IT and dominate it. If that leads you to becoming a mass off season monster, then please warn your competition for your arrival next year. Better yet scratch that as they will hear you coming.
Nothing wrong with taking a look and facing the cross roads... Fuck the fork in the road, just go straight.
Whatever you do, do it proudly, confidently, and with your head up. I got your back either way.
It's always good to have a solid plan of attack. I think that you'll make the right decision that will impact the big picture. You've done really well for yourself Mr. Dead. Don't let the placings in the last two shows make you doubt yourself. There are plenty of people that will never get on stage, but you have. Just keep working hard and the decision you make will be the right one.
Excellent post Hoomgar!
Thanks, guys... So... It looks like I'll be plowing ahead, for now... And wait until push comes to shove, and see if I shove back!!!
ragingmuscle
11-19-08, 3:57 pm
Hang in there brother...we're all in your corner..
Mr. Dead
11-19-08, 4:11 pm
Hang in there brother...we're all in your corner..
I truly appreciate that, more than you know...
Mr. Dead
11-20-08, 11:24 am
Well... (A very deep subject...) I've been hittin' my legs 3x per week, currently... Pansy weights, yet high reps... But, yesterday... I was at the store, and without even thinking... I picked up the 50 lb bag of dog food, with ease... This has gotten me to thinking... Perhaps I should test the waters, and try and at least get an arm workout in, or... Dare I say it... A chest workout... I'm not going to attempt shoulders or back, just yet though... I figure if there was hardly any pain, I should at least try...
Also... This is a very baaaaaaad time of year for me... Yes... I admit it... "Hi... My name is Mr. Dead... And I'm an egg-nog-aholic..." I love egg nog... Especially the Light version... I can drink it by the quart...
Hoomgar
11-20-08, 11:28 am
You did, or are going to? Because I gotta know ;)
Mr. Dead
11-20-08, 11:32 am
You did, or are going to? Because I gotta know ;)
The workout or the egg nog...? *L* The workout= going to... The egg nog=Too late... I've had about 2 gallons the past 2 weeks...
Hollow1
11-20-08, 11:34 am
That is outstanding news regarding your shoulder Mr. Dead! I know you already know this but take it easy while testing the waters.
Tis the season…drool…egg nog…aaaaahhhh!
Mr. Dead
11-20-08, 11:46 am
That is outstanding news regarding your shoulder Mr. Dead! I know you already know this but take it easy while testing the waters.
Tis the season…drool…egg nog…aaaaahhhh!
I know... "Baby steps"... Except for egg nog!!! *L*
Hoomgar
11-20-08, 11:59 am
I meant the workout. Egg Nog is a given this time of your bro ;)
Mr. Dead
11-20-08, 12:00 pm
I'm even thinking of mixing Vanilla Real Gains with egg nog, after my workout, tonight... *L*
Mr. Dead
11-20-08, 12:01 pm
I meant the workout. Egg Nog is a given this time of your bro ;)
I'm going to try arms, tonight...
Hollow1
11-20-08, 12:06 pm
I'm even thinking of mixing Vanilla Real Gains with egg nog, after my workout, tonight... *L*
Ah the season of new (and sometimes unusual) egg nog concoctions.
Mr. Dead
11-20-08, 12:07 pm
Ah the season of new (and sometimes unusual) egg nog concoctions.
I'm on a timeline to put some size on...
Hollow1
11-20-08, 12:13 pm
I'm on a timeline to put some size on...
Eat up, drink up (egg nog) and be merry for the cutting time will be here before you know it!
Mr. Dead
11-20-08, 12:15 pm
Eat up, drink up (egg nog) and be merry for the cutting time will be here before you know it!
I'm currently 212.3 lbs at 16% bodyfat...
Hollow1
11-20-08, 12:22 pm
I'm currently 212.3 lbs at 16% bodyfat...
What are you hoping to hit before the actual cut starts?
Mr. Dead
11-20-08, 12:26 pm
What are you hoping to hit before the actual cut starts?
It kind of depends on how the bodyfat fluctuates... I WON'T go over 220, though...
Hollow1
11-20-08, 12:56 pm
It kind of depends on how the bodyfat fluctuates... I WON'T go over 220, though...
Hitting 220 with a slightly lower body fat then what it is at now would be a solid base to work with in my mind.
Mr. Dead
11-20-08, 12:59 pm
Hitting 220 with a slightly lower body fat then what it is at now would be a solid base to work with in my mind.
I'd like to be close to 12% by January, but I'm not sure how that will go...
I'd like to be close to 12% by January, but I'm not sure how that will go...
Maybe you might have to ease up on the egg nog!?!? Just kidding!
Mr. Dead
11-20-08, 1:16 pm
Maybe you might have to ease up on the egg nog!?!? Just kidding!
Nah... *L* I just make adjustments elsewhere...
scals17
11-20-08, 11:11 pm
Can't wait for egg nog. YUMMMM.
Can't wait for egg nog. YUMMMM.
x 2... except most of mine has southern comfort it in.... yikes!
Mr. Dead
11-21-08, 12:20 pm
Last night... I attempted to do an arm workout... I was doing good... I started off VERY light... and began to progress upwards... Well... I got to within 20lbs of my normal weights... And then that twinge started in... So back and shoulders are still going to be on hold...
I also fiddled with a new concoction last night, before bed... Vanilla Real Gains and Egg Nog... The flavor was great.... But it was extremely thick... I poured it back into the blender, and threw in some ice cubes... Instant milkshake!!!
firsthorseman97
11-21-08, 12:34 pm
Last night... I attempted to do an arm workout... I was doing good... I started off VERY light... and began to progress upwards... Well... I got to within 20lbs of my normal weights... And then that twinge started in... So back and shoulders are still going to be on hold...
I also fiddled with a new concoction last night, before bed... Vanilla Real Gains and Egg Nog... The flavor was great.... But it was extremely thick... I poured it back into the blender, and threw in some ice cubes... Instant milkshake!!!
Sorry to hear about the twinge, but on a happier note, that concoction sounds tastey!
Hollow1
11-21-08, 12:41 pm
Too bad about the twinge but like you said, have to test the waters.
Hmmm...I could go for one of those milkshakes right now!
Mr. Dead
11-21-08, 1:37 pm
Sorry to hear about the twinge, but on a happier note, that concoction sounds tastey!
Too bad about the twinge but like you said, have to test the waters.
Hmmm...I could go for one of those milkshakes right now!
Thanks guys... I had no choice but to test the waters... And will continue to do so... I've been flooding my body with nutrients, especially EAA's... And egg-nog... So I'll just keep trying till I can do it...
Thanks guys... I had no choice but to test the waters... And will continue to do so... I've been flooding my body with nutrients, especially EAA's... And egg-nog... So I'll just keep trying till I can do it...
Climbing stairs. One step at a time. - HG
Give er time to heal bro! Viva la home brew!!!
Hg
Climbing stairs. One step at a time. - HG
Wise words indeed ;)
Mr. Dead
11-21-08, 3:00 pm
Climbing stairs. One step at a time. - HG
Give er time to heal bro! Viva la home brew!!!
Hg
Wise words indeed ;)
Thanks... Just chompin' at the bit to get at it...
Mr. Dead
11-21-08, 4:05 pm
Aside from the egg nog, the diet has been cleaned up quite a bit... I'm eating more chicken, fish, broccoli, rice, and asparagus... And cutting waaaay down on the breads and pastas...
Aside from the egg nog, the diet has been cleaned up quite a bit... I'm eating more chicken, fish, broccoli, rice, and asparagus... And cutting waaaay down on the breads and pastas...
Boooooo, no pasta makes Chris a dull boy ;)
Mr. Dead
11-21-08, 4:09 pm
Boooooo, no pasta makes Chris a dull boy ;)
I'm half Italian... You know I'm dyin', bro...
I'm half Italian... You know I'm dyin', bro...
It ain't right I tell ya. Maybe some veggie pasta?
Mr. Dead
11-21-08, 4:18 pm
It ain't right I tell ya. Maybe some veggie pasta?
I use the spiral veggie pasta for ghoulash on Halloween... *L*
Mr. Dead
11-24-08, 12:29 pm
Nothing exciting to report on the training front, except that I will be trying to see what I can do with my upper body, tomorrow... But, on a more social front... I get to continue working on our music room (dd2inxs and I...) I play both guitar and bass, she plays keyboards, piano, flute (Don't go there...), and piccolo... Over the years, we have acuired some autographed items, that we will be putting up on the walls... I've got an autogrpahed pick guard signed by Rob Zombie, and album signed by AC/DC, and concert flyer signed by the Misfits, a picture signed by Mick Thompson and Jim Root of Slipknot, Sheat music signed by Slash and Duff from Guns-n-Roses (Yes I got the new album yesterday...), An album signed by billy Idol, a drumstick from Matt Sorum (Guns-n-Roses/Velvet Revolver), a CD signed by Zakk Wylde... She has albums signed by Duran Duran and INXS, a drumstick from John Farris of INXS, a guitar signed by INXS... So we kind of have our own little "Experience Music Project" going on... *L*
That's not even counting all the autographed bodybuilding memorabilia I have...
Cutting down on the pasta!?!? I better keep it to myself what I am eating right now then. I feel for you Mr. Dead.
That sounds like quite the extensive collection you two have going on.
Music room FTW!
I'm going to be drinking some egg nog this weekend.
Mr. Dead
11-25-08, 3:53 pm
Cutting down on the pasta!?!? I better keep it to myself what I am eating right now then. I feel for you Mr. Dead.
That sounds like quite the extensive collection you two have going on.
Music room FTW!
I'm going to be drinking some egg nog this weekend.
Thanks, fellas... Definitely lookin' forward to the food coma on thursday...
Firedrake
11-25-08, 5:31 pm
Sounds like a hellacious music room! Now, where are you going to display all the bodybuilding memorabilia?
Enjoy your food coma. I'm trying to decide to use Thursday for my weekly cheat meal or not!
Mr. Dead
11-26-08, 11:56 am
Sounds like a hellacious music room! Now, where are you going to display all the bodybuilding memorabilia?
Enjoy your food coma. I'm trying to decide to use Thursday for my weekly cheat meal or not!
The bodybuilding items are going to go on the walls of my side of the bedroom, so I can be inspired, when I go to bed, and when I first get up... I've got things signed by Haney, Lou, Corney, Zane, Ronnie, Jay, Gunter, Bob Chiccerillo, Shawn Ray, etc... And pics of me with a lot of those guys, too...
firsthorseman97
11-26-08, 12:00 pm
The bodybuilding items are going to go on the walls of my side of the bedroom, so I can be inspired, when I go to bed...
They make a pill for that. LMAO! I had to say it, sorry!
Hollow1
11-26-08, 12:21 pm
The bodybuilding items are going to go on the walls of my side of the bedroom, so I can be inspired, when I go to bed, and when I first get up... I've got things signed by Haney, Lou, Corney, Zane, Ronnie, Jay, Gunter, Bob Chiccerillo, Shawn Ray, etc... And pics of me with a lot of those guys, too...
Sweet!
Mr. Dead
11-26-08, 12:24 pm
They make a pill for that. LMAO! I had to say it, sorry!
*L* Despite my age, I'm still "Strong like bull..." And we won't even talk about what happens when the wind blows...
ragingmuscle
11-26-08, 1:54 pm
*L* Despite my age, I'm still "Strong like bull..." And we won't even talk about what happens when the wind blows...
LOL
Have a great Thanksgiving Mr. Dead! I hope you can enjoy the feast!
Mr. Dead
11-26-08, 2:42 pm
Have a great Thanksgiving Mr. Dead! I hope you can enjoy the feast!
Thanks!!! You, too!!!
Mr. Dead
11-26-08, 2:45 pm
Well... I gave it a go, last night... And............................................... ... Next week, I'll be hittin' those full force!!! I'm going to try some light back and shoulder moves on saturday... But, I kind of held back a little, last night, but didn't get that twinge of pain... So, that tells me, that I should be full speed on Monday!!!
That's excellent news Mr. Dead!!!
Well... I gave it a go, last night... And............................................... ... Next week, I'll be hittin' those full force!!! I'm going to try some light back and shoulder moves on saturday... But, I kind of held back a little, last night, but didn't get that twinge of pain... So, that tells me, that I should be full speed on Monday!!!
Thats the ticket! On the mend and back to the grind!
Mr. Dead
11-26-08, 3:58 pm
That's excellent news Mr. Dead!!!
Thats the ticket! On the mend and back to the grind!
Thanks!!! It's been almost a month, since I could hit those areas... And it was driving me up a wall!!!
scals17
11-26-08, 10:02 pm
Happy Thanksgiving Mr Dead.
Mr. Dead
11-29-08, 2:43 pm
Happy Thanksgiving Mr Dead.
Thanks, bro!!! And to you and yours, as well!!!
Mr. Dead
11-29-08, 2:44 pm
I hope everyone got a chance to get their eat on!!! And, that everyone had a killer weekend!!! I'm getting ready to do some landscaping, some electical contracting, some interior decorating, and lift many things... In other words... Following the wife's orders, and putting up the Christmas decorations...
In other words... Following the wife's orders, and putting up the Christmas decorations...
I was waiting for you to admit this... lol.
Mr. Dead
11-30-08, 1:37 pm
I was waiting for you to admit this... lol.
*L* It's not so much of an admission, as it is a fact of life... If she ain't happy, ain't nobody happy...
Mr. Dead
11-30-08, 1:43 pm
Over the past month or so... My mindset has been a little off... I've allowed some things to get in the way of my focus... So, I've taken advantage of this long weekend to get my head in the right place... I've taken inventory of strengths and weaknesses... Analyzed my whole self (Mind, body, and spirit...) And find myself ready to completely do this!!! Diet has been tweaked, supps have been tweaked, and my shcedule has been tweaked... I've accounted for life's speed bumps, and have made sure to surround myself in a positive atmosphere... There are no limits... There are no boundaries... This is the time to take care of business, and make sure that I'm at the best I can be...
firsthorseman97
11-30-08, 2:14 pm
Over the past month or so... My mindset has been a little off... I've allowed some things to get in the way of my focus... So, I've taken advantage of this long weekend to get my head in the right place... I've taken inventory of strengths and weaknesses... Analyzed my whole self (Mind, body, and spirit...) And find myself ready to completely do this!!! Diet has been tweaked, supps have been tweaked, and my shcedule has been tweaked... I've accounted for life's speed bumps, and have made sure to surround myself in a positive atmosphere... There are no limits... There are no boundaries... This is the time to take care of business, and make sure that I'm at the best I can be...
Glad to hear you've got your mind right. I'm expecting some big things from here on out.
Mr. Dead
11-30-08, 2:41 pm
Glad to hear you've got your mind right. I'm expecting some big things from here on out.
Well, when the dieting and pre-contest prep comes about in January, I'm taking a tip from Vinny, and going into robot mode, and doing EXACTLY as I'm told... And, it doesn't hurt that I trust this guy, implicitly...
Well it definitely sounds like you have yourself in a great mindset Mr. Dead and it is great to hear that you have someone’s help that you fully trust in.
Mr. Dead
12-01-08, 11:36 am
Well it definitely sounds like you have yourself in a great mindset Mr. Dead and it is great to hear that you have someone’s help that you fully trust in.
Thanks... I'm definitely looking forward to working with him...
Hoomgar
12-01-08, 11:56 am
Over the past month or so... My mindset has been a little off... I've allowed some things to get in the way of my focus... So, I've taken advantage of this long weekend to get my head in the right place... I've taken inventory of strengths and weaknesses... Analyzed my whole self (Mind, body, and spirit...) And find myself ready to completely do this!!! Diet has been tweaked, supps have been tweaked, and my shcedule has been tweaked... I've accounted for life's speed bumps, and have made sure to surround myself in a positive atmosphere... There are no limits... There are no boundaries... This is the time to take care of business, and make sure that I'm at the best I can be...
Well it sounds like all that is left to do then is...... to do it!
Go after it like prey, you know you want it bro...
Hg
Mr. Dead
12-01-08, 11:58 am
Well it sounds like all that is left to do then is...... to do it!
Go after it like prey, you know you want it bro...
Hg
Heh heh heh... I've got a sticker on my coffin case for my bass that says... "I'm not shy... I'm just examining my prey..."