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Who or what inspired u to start training ?
RyanF
Member
When I was 12 years old and just reaching 150cm tall, I weighed in at a whopping 25kg. I was constantly bullied all throughout primary school, which is what happens when you're an easy target and in the presence of children. My size was probably the least of reasons why I got treated like dirt by my peers, but it was also the only reason in which I saw a potential to do something about it.
Thanks to his acting career, and thus my awareness of his existence, I recall announcing at that age that I wanted to grow up to be this guy:
That being said, between the ages of 12 and 15 (15 being when I first set foot in a gym, with my dad being the one who got me to go there against my will -- my unwillingness being because I thought gyms were where you go to lose weight, which was the last thing I needed), I found myself relating more to this fictional characters, and wanting to be like them:
Thanks to his acting career, and thus my awareness of his existence, I recall announcing at that age that I wanted to grow up to be this guy:
That being said, between the ages of 12 and 15 (15 being when I first set foot in a gym, with my dad being the one who got me to go there against my will -- my unwillingness being because I thought gyms were where you go to lose weight, which was the last thing I needed), I found myself relating more to this fictional characters, and wanting to be like them:
Fucked my back in an accident at work when I was an apprentice, after a year of physio and other shit my brother convinced me to try weight training to fix it. Once I saw the changes I was hooked, had very bad bro fever in my early 20's.
I still remember how buzzed I was the first time I benched a20kg plate each side, fuck yeah big boy weights.
FYI Ryan you are a strange character.
I still remember how buzzed I was the first time I benched a20kg plate each side, fuck yeah big boy weights.
FYI Ryan you are a strange character.
The Hamburgler
Spotter Loader
I wanted to be able to consistently slam dunk lol
Big Mick
"2014 - Kunce of the year"
When I was about 15 I wanted to be like Arnie, and Sylvester Stallone in 'First Blood' so I started hitting the weights, had no idea what I was doing and probably wasted the best 10 years of my life getting stuff all gains. From bro curls and fancy gym machines.
Never squatted heavy or dead lifted at all till I hit my 40's, as it was bad for your back, also was told to bench press with my feet up on the bench to avoid back injury, did this for 20 years on and off
had some muscle tone and some size about me hence why my mates nick named me Big Mick (not my idea), but I could have gotten so much more if I only knew what I was doing.
Been back into trainig for a couple of years now, and even though slightly fat, still carry some muscle at 6'2" and 117kg
. My work mates have now nick names me 'the hulk'
makes me laugh. Might have to change my user name
Never squatted heavy or dead lifted at all till I hit my 40's, as it was bad for your back, also was told to bench press with my feet up on the bench to avoid back injury, did this for 20 years on and off
had some muscle tone and some size about me hence why my mates nick named me Big Mick (not my idea), but I could have gotten so much more if I only knew what I was doing. Been back into trainig for a couple of years now, and even though slightly fat, still carry some muscle at 6'2" and 117kg
. My work mates have now nick names me 'the hulk'makes me laugh. Might have to change my user name
Big Mick
"2014 - Kunce of the year"
Wouldn't practicing slam dunking be the solution to that rather than weights
A mate of mine a few years ago randomly started doing weights, and I asked him why, as it was out of character for him, he informed me that he could not swim well, and since he goes out fishing he figured he better start doing some weights. When I suggested going to the pool and doing some laps to get better at swimming he thought I was a genius.
wingman
Super M0derator
Wouldn't practicing slam dunking be the solution to that rather than weights
A mate of mine a few years ago randomly started doing weights, and I asked him why, as it was out of character for him, he informed me that he could not swim well, and since he goes out fishing he figured he better start doing some weights. When I suggested going to the pool and doing some laps to get better at swimming he thought I was a genius.
Being stronger makes you more useful / better at anything in life. Still should practice skills though for your sport / hobby / occupation.
This is a mantra ive strongly believed in ever since i first discovered weight training which is why im puzzled by those who train for appearance.
wingman
Super M0derator
Has your back resolved itself now from getting stronger?
That's why you're the wingman and not riding shotgun.
I don't remember being inspired by anyone. I was not satisfied with my physical capabilities or appearance so when I moved to Townsville for uni I joined a gym straight away. I got plenty of inspiration there.
Yep. My back was so fucked I struggled to do anything physical for a while, couldn't sit in a seat for anything longer than 10-20 minutes. Was seeing physios and chiros up to 3 times a week and not improving.
After a bit of research started doing Deadlifts and back extensions. Almost game me instant relief. Haven't had back pain for years now.
kaz
iLift
When I was in my early 20's I was at my heaviest (97kg) and picked up a copy of Dr Alan borusheks Calorie and Fat Counter book. Taught me to understand macros and how to lose weight. I counted calories for 2 years to get down to a size 12 in time for a P&O cruise.
About 26 yrs old, (2006) I was at my second heaviest weight (87kg' s) and a good friend of mine was on the tony Ferguson diet and also appeared on the TV advert so started lunching with her. Lost about 16kg in 3 months after she inspired me and taught me about low carb dieting.
Stacked the weight back on by end of 2010, went on a holiday and was so upset by pictures of myself afterwards, I was about 83kg's. Was seeing a familiar trend happening so joined Fitness First. Met Michelle, a PT who taught me not only how to diet and exercise but how to keep it off. She inspired me to take hold of life.
I have kept the weight off for a full year.
I was always uninspired by my mum and sister, both morbidly obese by their early 20's. Really did not have an life at all. My sister is a type 2 diabetic. My mum has lost 30kg's in the last year from a diet I put her on. My sister is still gaining weight.....
About 26 yrs old, (2006) I was at my second heaviest weight (87kg' s) and a good friend of mine was on the tony Ferguson diet and also appeared on the TV advert so started lunching with her. Lost about 16kg in 3 months after she inspired me and taught me about low carb dieting.
Stacked the weight back on by end of 2010, went on a holiday and was so upset by pictures of myself afterwards, I was about 83kg's. Was seeing a familiar trend happening so joined Fitness First. Met Michelle, a PT who taught me not only how to diet and exercise but how to keep it off. She inspired me to take hold of life.
I have kept the weight off for a full year.
I was always uninspired by my mum and sister, both morbidly obese by their early 20's. Really did not have an life at all. My sister is a type 2 diabetic. My mum has lost 30kg's in the last year from a diet I put her on. My sister is still gaining weight.....
GUZZLA
Tasty Kunce
It's sad when you see the health of loved ones slipping by, all by their own hand.
When it comes to weight loss, unfortunately I think my mum is a lots cause. Sounds harsh, but sometimes reality hurts. I just have to accept the fact that when her poor diet catches up with her, she was fully aware of the consequences. And being a registered nurse for 40yrs, she bloody well does know better.
When it comes to weight loss, unfortunately I think my mum is a lots cause. Sounds harsh, but sometimes reality hurts. I just have to accept the fact that when her poor diet catches up with her, she was fully aware of the consequences. And being a registered nurse for 40yrs, she bloody well does know better.
The Hamburgler
Spotter Loader
Wouldn't practicing slam dunking be the solution to that rather than weights
A mate of mine a few years ago randomly started doing weights, and I asked him why, as it was out of character for him, he informed me that he could not swim well, and since he goes out fishing he figured he better start doing some weights. When I suggested going to the pool and doing some laps to get better at swimming he thought I was a genius.
Stronger legs = bigger power output = bigger jump.
That said I don't think I could jump as high now due to lack of practice + tighter muscles.
RyanF
Member
You're not the first person to say so.
I remember being pretty stoked the first time I benched 60kg, too. Still looking forward to 100kg.