edxvx Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Hey Ruz, yeah I do not stay that ripped all year round. That was cutting down specifically for that photo shoot. It was a trial run for me because I plan on competing next year. Robert reminded me that we can always convince ourselves not to do something or that we are not ready. With that, I decided that I am ready to try. No more excuses. It is the experience that counts and you can learn from what does and what does not work. We all have to start somewhere. And by the way, your back looks pretty awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
romaniuk Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 http://img444.imageshack.us/img444/4656/sdc11002.jpghttp://img387.imageshack.us/img387/2025/sdc11000.jpghttp://img99.imageshack.us/img99/3999/sdc11001z.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted October 13, 2009 Author Share Posted October 13, 2009 Totally awesome photos everyone, really great stuff! Don't worry, I will leave the competition open for a while to give everyone time to get their photos in, another few days, so everyone knows it's happening Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruz Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 (edited) Thanks! Also, nice to see someone else is as messy as I am I don't know my BF at the moment because I've spent 2 months pigging out and I don't want to depress myself LOL..but its probably about 18%. I can maintain 18% with no real effort and I can still drink beer and eat sweets etc. To look ripped I have to get down to about 12% but it means "no treats" and I can't keep that up for very long!!As regards losing fat..in the top right corner of this page you have a search link..I suggest you search "UD2" and read up on that diet, also I can send you a copy if you like. The principles are sound, although the diet itself is hard to stick to. Generally when I want to lose fat I don't eat any carbs such as bread, rice and pasta apart from at breakfast time. After breakfast its just veggies and protein, basically as much as I want, with lots of "good" fats which helps stop me feeling hungry. I literally pour raw olive oil by the cupful over my cooked meals! Cardio is important, especially the way you do it! Read the info on this link:http://www.ironmagazine.com/article403.htmlAlso, make sure you click on the "How to do cardio if you must" link.Low carb veggies I normally use are as follows:Aubergine, asparagus, kale, spinach, garlic, peppers, mushrooms, avocadoes, broccoli, courgette, artichokes and some tomatoesI tend to steer clear of carrots and sweetcorn because of their high GI, Onion because it has a lot of carbs, and i also don't do lettuce because the stems contain a chemical which slows down your metabolism...I tend to use rocket, spinach or watercress if I fancy a salad.I drink a strong infusion of green tea, mate and roobios when i work out for its antioxidant properties and thermogenic effect. I also take a strong vitamin C tab after working out to stop muscle catabolism. losing weight is all about intensity in the gym, not time.Good luck and let me know how you get on! Edited October 13, 2009 by Ruz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Im Your Man Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Here's a pic from 2 weeks ago, kind of anorexic style I know... http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh240/organicspiral/muscles/th_DSC014981.jpg And here's my back yesterday, more bf, more or less muscles. Nothing much to see, I'm just posting these pics because of my ego and exhibitionist side... http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh240/organicspiral/muscles/th_DSC021041.jpghttp://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh240/organicspiral/muscles/th_DSC021071.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruz Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Hey Ruz, yeah I do not stay that ripped all year round. That was cutting down specifically for that photo shoot. It was a trial run for me because I plan on competing next year. Robert reminded me that we can always convince ourselves not to do something or that we are not ready. With that, I decided that I am ready to try. No more excuses. It is the experience that counts and you can learn from what does and what does not work. We all have to start somewhere. And by the way, your back looks pretty awesome.Yeah...I know where Robert is coming from. I got cut earlier this year just to see if I could. Have you ever tried carbing up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjohanx Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 @Romaniuk. Crazy tattoo dude. I love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xCx Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 Damn Romaniuk! you look strong man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sosso Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 (edited) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v52/essjayyell/Photo11-1.jpg I've just noticed how white I am hahaha... a year ago I was as brown as my arms are, all over. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v52/essjayyell/Photo6-2.jpg Edited October 17, 2009 by sosso Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Im Your Man Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 Sosso : strong back !and Romaniuk, nice tattoo and huge back too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aluck Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 This is a few days after binge eating post comp. Notice flaking tanning spray lol! Will add a ew after a week of normal raw diet... Much much better coming. http://i36.tinypic.com/r9r5hs.jpg http://i37.tinypic.com/103ifeu.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Im Your Man Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 wow aluck nice pics, I love the one with artistic lightning... but the other one too if I go to Wyoming some day do you want to pose for me ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xphilx Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 @sosso: more poses please! @jacob: you're the man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVOJAMACADA Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 nice all round!!Got a quick crappy shot haha woooowa! http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r304/AVOJAMACADA/Picture046.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horsedoc Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Here's the doc's back. No fancy photography but gotta give those young girls a run for their money. Dr. Debra http://i37.tinypic.com/fxgqv.jpg http://i35.tinypic.com/14uzuh3.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruz Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Here's the doc's back. No fancy photography but gotta give those young girls a run for their money. Dr. Debra So how old are you? I asked b4 and u never told me? I'm 40 next month and that only makes me MORE proud of my body I love telling people my age and think it works wonders in promoting a vegan diet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewybaws Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j287/chewybaws/IMG00106-20091015-1532.jpg http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j287/chewybaws/IMG00116-20091015-1931.jpg Pretty feeble compared to everyone else, but thought I'd enter for fun PS - Old posters, honest! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candyflip Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 I'll post some pics later today (if i manage to take any decent ones).This is the competition i've been waiting for! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candyflip Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 So i think i did manage to take some OK pics. EDIT: pressed "Submit" when i tried to press "Add the file" ft. my vegan-shorts. Thanks, Robert! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 candyflip I am so glad you entered!!!!!!!! I was hoping you would you look freaking amazing!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candyflip Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 (edited) candyflip I am so glad you entered!!!!!!!! I was hoping you would you look freaking amazing!!Thank you You have a great shaped back yourself! EDIT: Her back isn't a grate, it's great. Edited October 18, 2009 by candyflip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zack Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Some serious competition from the women...wow candyflip and ruz you both look exceptional! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zinzen Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Good god girls, I am amazed. Horsedoc, holy shit, and candyflip, damn.Ruz you know your amazing, and Dj great as usual. I have no freaking clue who I am going to vote for, seriously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sosso Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 @sosso: more poses please! Sosso : strong back ! Thanks, I added another photo to my original post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 This contest is getting SUPER AWESOME!!! Well done everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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