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Alright, here’s another one for the books. So, I’m 37 years old, and for the last 16 months, I’ve been absolutely obsessed with everything bodybuilding. Like, I am deep in the trenches here. Over these past 14 months—man, I can’t even tell you how much sweat I've poured into this... just that incredible muscle pump and that total "zen" headspace you get after a killer session. About 14 months ago, I was basically a total pig—and I mean that in every sense of the word. I was 6'1", 255 lbs, carrying a massive gut and just... way too much body fat.

Well, it hasn't been all that long...

On the left—this was taken back at the start of September this year. I guess you could say the usual suspects took over: work, stress, eating junk, and just generally neglecting myself. It was a mess.

On the right—taken today. I've been hitting the gym three times a week, my diet is completely different now, and I've managed to keep my stress levels down to a minimum. As for responsibilities, they're still there, obviously, but I suppose I'm planning to handle them a bit more intelligently this time around.😁

Here's a shot I just snapped up

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The goal is to start cutting in four months. Until then, I'm strictly on a bulk. div>

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I am currently weighing in at approximately 187-192 lbs.

Just snapped this about ten minutes ago at the gym over in Bali.
I guess I might finally be ready for Australia

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Alright, here’s my take—35 years old, mom of two, and I’m still breastfeeding my youngest (only 13 months old!), so honestly, I think this is my absolute peak right now considering the total lack of sleep, not having a gym nearby 🤣 cheers, and trying to squeeze in workouts whenever I can find a spare minute... I’d obviously love to pack on more muscle and finally get that flat stomach (haha), but unfortunately, even the tiniest bit of extra weight always seems to settle right in my waist... I'm sitting at about 115 lbs at 5'6"...

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It wouldn't let me put two pictures in one post, ugh... frustration level: 100!

Eureka! Tinypic is the absolute GOAT...🙂



You can totally tell by the color—it's definitely giving summer vibes...😉

Edit: Now they're somehow way too huge, but whatever. I'm honestly done messing around with them for today...

Anyway, just checking in to get a few more posts on the board.
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If anyone has thoughts on the gear, I'll probably just address those over in the other thread.

9% body fat

just

About a month ago


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I suppose I am making progress, albeit slowly and steadily 😁

before/after

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Thought I’d pop in here too, even if it’s a shame about the photos.
I’ve actually been on a lighter routine for over six months now (just doing 21 Day Fix maybe three times a week, plus a little running here and there) with plenty of breaks.
But I’ve started swimming a lot lately, which is a new one for me.

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This was essentially my goal when I first started training seriously a few years back, back when I was carrying about 35 pounds more than I am now. These days, my primary motivation is rewarding myself with new workout gear—as > would say, it’s a shame these progress photos just sit gathering digital dust in a folder.

Heyyy 😎 you guys didn't actually forget about me, did you? 🙂 😁

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I suppose I’ve put in about four years of training, though I’ve actually been retired for a year now.

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You saw where I started—this was back in early December last year at 180 lbs.

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And this one is from mid-month this year at 160 lbs.

I went from a size 16 down to a 12, so I bought a new dress, but honestly? I love this old one even more now!
No stopping now, let's keep going!