Pictures of me from tonight...

[chesty]

...as you can see if you saw the ones from last year, my gut isn't so puffy now. This is at a weight of 230. 15 lbs over my off season weight and a good 45 lbs over my competition weight.

Finishing second week of cycle. I am hoping by week 16 with a good diet and no more injuries that I will be down to 200 or less with good definition. Goal is 10% or less body fat. Once there maintain that weight/bf for good unless competing.

Many will laugh and that is good. It only encourages me to attain my goals. Especially when I look at my avatar and see how far I have fallen.

The interesting thing is that when we are 30 we never think it will happen to us and we take for granted our youth, looks and more. Then when you realize you have become what you loath, it is almost too much. It is the ultimate bitch slap upside the head.

So, I will once again attain my physique!

Semper Fi

 

[chesty]

Measurements:
Left:
Bi/tri- 17in
Forearm- 13in
Thigh- 28in
Calf- 16in

Right:
Bi/tri- 17.25in
Forearm- 13.25in
Thigh- 28.5in
Calf- 16in

Shoulders- 53.5in
Neck- 17in
Chest- 48.5in
Waist (around navel)- 39.5in

Weight- 230lbs
Height- 5'10.5"

 

[pavlenko]

as for my opinion your physique is much better than most guys on this site, I think you can achieve anything you want with enough motivation. Your waist might need some work but your still holding a good amount of muscle.

 

[ChangNam]

Bro u look fucking great in ur avatar. But the pics u have posted now. Is almost a joke from the avatar. Sorry i not diss respect u bro. I just talk from my heart. U stil compeating Mr ?

 

[veneto82]

read the initial post again!
Looking better bro, keep it up, as pavlenko said, you got decent muscle back there.
Motivation is a great thing esp when u start seeing results

 

[Nelson Montana]

May I be frank?

You have a great frame and obviously judging from your avatar, you're capable of looking awesome. But the problem isn't being 30. You're not in shape bro. You're too heavy and carrying fat.

Personally, if you really want that kick in the ass, I think you need to train harder and get your diet in check before you jump on a cycle. Size isn't the issue. It's tone, quality and definition.

I'm almost twice your age and I don't look as soft. If you think 30 is a bitch, you'll be through at 40 because you have idea how much harder it'll get. 30 isn't old. It isn't even your peak.

My advice? Get serious. THEN use a cycle to top it off. RIght now it's like putting polish on a car that's covered in mud. Clean off the mud first.

 

[chesty]

I am actually 45, that avatar was when I was 34. I agree, I am carrying a ton of fat, I train very hard and I now have my diet in check. It took 10 years of not paying attention, so it will take time. I have dieted down in the past, but after I turned 40, it just wasn't working like it used to. Energy, stamina, recovery, strength just wasn't there. My metabolism tanked as well.

I will find original post and put in link, but the pics are in my gallery.

 

[C0LUMB0]

Lookin good bro....keep lifting hard and killing that shit !

 

[caribeman]

Chesty I can relate to your comments as well as others here. I am 44 and at times I also lack the motivation, stamina, etc. Perhaps I allow everyday life, work, family, etc to get on the way of that. I do adjust knowing things do change with age, priorities is one of them. Although I do beleive AAS could be helpful to a certain degree it will not solve all problems or give you all that you want/expect/hope. Diet/eating habits (specially after 40) I believe is key. If I were you, I would consider working with a nutritionist if you can as well as paying more attention to fat%, cardio and body part specific workouts. Keep up the good work bro.

 

[chesty]

I have thought of nutritionist. I am definitely changing my priorities back to what they should be. Gym etc first, all else second. As for gear, I expect no miracles. If you dont' put in the hard work and dedication, your just pissing your money away. I am also using them as an HRT to a certain degree as well. But my cycle is also more. Keep comments rolling. I take none as an offense. If one is not honest with there comments it is of no use to me.