mattpb Posted June 29, 2012 Author Share Posted June 29, 2012 28th June, 2012 Shoulders & Traps DB Press - 10 x 25lbs, 8 x 35lbs, 8 x 50lbs, 5 x 50lbsSmashed 8 reps out, awesome!!! DB Side Lats - 6 x 27.5lbs, 5 x 27.5lbsGet 6 reps on 27.5lbs DB Rear Lats - 6 x 37.5lbs, 6 x 37.5lbsGet elbows higher, move up to 40lbs Shrugs - 6 x 120lbs, 6 x 120lbsGo up to 130lbs Upright Row - 5 x 40lbs,Get 6 reps on 40lbs 20 Min cardio on bikeDistance – 6.9milesLevel – 3 Notes:Shocked myself today I was so aggressive in the gym I was achieving awesome lifts, way above what I had set as a goal, I need to set my goals higherhttp://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted June 30, 2012 Author Share Posted June 30, 2012 http://i49.tinypic.com/2yx0o6o.jpg http://i46.tinypic.com/5bvgo.jpg http://i45.tinypic.com/30s95qh.jpg http://i46.tinypic.com/20sbzoy.jpg My before and after photos after finishing the Challenge, feeling awesome and just got to keep on keeping on.Thank you to everyone on here for all your support along my journey. Mattpb http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 1, 2012 Author Share Posted July 1, 2012 29th June, 2012 Calves, Abs & Forearms Seated Calf Raises – 10 x 90lbs, 8 x 170lbs, 5 x 245lbs, 5 x 245lbsGot 6 reps on second set but I think I should have tried to go lower, I felt it work my calves and almost got cramp. 45 Calf Press - 6 x 325lbs, 6 x 325lbs, 6 x 325lbsGo up to 330lbs. Weighted Leg Raises – 9 x 17.5lbs, 10 x 17.5lbs Swiss Ball Crunches – 15 x 0lbs, 15 x 0lbs Wrist Curls – 8 x 70lbs, 8 x 70lbsGo up to 75lbs Reverse Cable Curls – 8 x 35lbs, 8 x 35lbsGo up to 37lbs 20 Min cardio on bike - AMDistance – 7.66 MilesLevel – 3 Weight: 164.5lbs http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 2, 2012 Author Share Posted July 2, 2012 http://i50.tinypic.com/dmv15e.jpg http://i47.tinypic.com/2n07ima.jpg http://i49.tinypic.com/2h3q7lx.jpghttp://i45.tinypic.com/2lt0dx3.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mini Forklift Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 You've got a good set of wheels on you there mate, good work !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 3, 2012 Author Share Posted July 3, 2012 You've got a good set of wheels on you there mate, good work !! Thanks MF, I am feeling awesome with the change of my body and i will continue to make progress and look even better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 3, 2012 Author Share Posted July 3, 2012 3rd July, 2012 What was great about my day? Today is a day off work which is great for catching up with my online journal and chores around the house.Day off from the gym, well it’s a whole week off and gives my body the time it needs to rest and recover.I feel awesome when I walk down the street, I feel indestructible, I feel like I have had a breakthrough and I have the belief I can achieve anything I want and that is what I am going to do. What about my day could I improve to make things EVEN BETTER? I need to stay focused, at the moment I am on a high because I feel so great so I need to keep on keeping on and regain focus of my long term goals and keep the ball rolling.Appreciate how far I have come and everything I have achieved.Look at what I have done and realise it wasn’t that hard and I could have done slightly better, so knuckle down and work harder, get those ten for tens and the results will be even greater! What can I do to make things more enjoyable? Keep on helping others by supporting them achieve their goals.Have fun because the journey is just as important as the destination.Believe I am the BEST because I am! Intensity LevelN / A Why?No gym today because this is a scheduled week off.http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mini Forklift Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Matt, I sincerely hope you enjoy your week off. You have put the work and you deserve to rest up, recover and enjoy things without worrying about making it to pump some iron. Any plans for the week? Do you have the week away from work as well? Take care MF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 6, 2012 Author Share Posted July 6, 2012 Thanks MF,Unfortunately i dont have the week off work, but the week off the gym feels great. I have had time to relax and get other things done that i sometimes put off. I was a bit more relaxed with my food for the first few days, i had planned just to have a meal out after the 6 month challenge but it ended up being a meal out every evening,lol. It wont have done me any harm plus it was a great social release, it made me feel great and i had a good time with my girlfriend pphelps.The truth is that now i actually miss the regime i had going on, i like the way my meals were and what i was doing so i am back on track. I find it easy and enjoyable to have my set meals everyday rather than worry about what i will eat for my next meal. Hungry to get back into the gym now too, so will hit it hard on Monday. Matt Matt, I sincerely hope you enjoy your week off. You have put the work and you deserve to rest up, recover and enjoy things without worrying about making it to pump some iron. Any plans for the week? Do you have the week away from work as well? Take care MF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mini Forklift Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 Aha, didn't realise she was your girlfriend! http://i45.tinypic.com/t8qmh5.jpg Sounds like you had a top week, eating out every night as well. Very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 7, 2012 Author Share Posted July 7, 2012 Yeah, i'm sure i have mentioned it before in one of my posts, Portia is my girlfriend and workout partner. Up until this week anyway as my shifts have changed at work so i have to train after work at prime time when its really busy, but i kind of enjoy it when its busy because it feels full of energy. Aha, didn't realise she was your girlfriend! http://i45.tinypic.com/t8qmh5.jpg Sounds like you had a top week, eating out every night as well. Very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 9, 2012 Author Share Posted July 9, 2012 9th July, 2012 Abs & Shoulders Cable Crunches – 10 x 30lbs, 10, x 50lbs, 10 x 65lbs, 10 x 65lbsGet 12 reps before increasing. Weighted Leg Raises – 10 x 15lbs, 10 x 15lbsGet 12 reps before moving up DB Press - 10 x 25lbs, 8 x 35lbs, 7 x 45lbs, 6 x 45lbsGo up to 47.5lbs Military Press – 5 x 50lbs, 6 x 50lbsNeed 6 reps on both sets before increasing. DB Side Lats - 8 x 20lbs, 8 x 20lbsGo up to 22.5lbs DB Rear Lats - 8 x 20lbs, 8 x 20lbsGo up to 22.5lbs 20 Min cardio on Spin bikeDistance – 9.1Level – 5 Notes:First day back at the gym after a week off and was a bit of a shock, felt like I had more than a week off but loving being back in the swing of things. Made a few changes to what I am eating to support my gym routine.http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 9, 2012 Author Share Posted July 9, 2012 Journal Update & Daily Disciplines 9th July, 2012 What was great about my day? Lovely sunny day for me to enjoy my day off work.Back at the gym after a week off working out.Made new goals for my gym future.Brain stormed with Pphelps to think of ideas on how to make more money or save money to put towards our own home in the near future.Awesome Mind to Body connection when lifting in the gym. What about my day could I improve to make things EVEN BETTER? Be more enthusiastic about the jobs I don’t particularly enjoy doing, buck up and get them done.More ideas for making money. What can I do to make things more enjoyable? Keep on helping others by supporting them achieve their goals.Have fun because the journey is just as important as the destination.Believe I am the BEST because I am! Intensity Level6 ½ /10 Why?Felt a bit lethargic and that I had lost some of my strength but in reality I think its because I have not slept well the last few nights because of extra hours at work and the heat. Daily Disciplines 1. Achieve at least a level 8/10 Intensity in every workout and cardio session. – Will do next workout and every other workout. 2. Eat every meal at scheduled time. – Spot on today. 4. Stretch every day, foam roller, practice Pilates/yoga to help strengthen my posture – YES and it makes me feel so much better, plus used foam roller to ease tight muscles. 5. Think positive; believe I can achieve my Goals! I AM A CHAMPION! I AM A MASS MACHINE! – YES, HELL YEAH! I AM A MASS MACHINE!!!!!!!! 6. Listen/read/watch motivational material for at least 30 minutes each day. YES – Manformation & Tony robbins. 7. Drink at least 4 litres of water each day. YES maybe more now because its so hot. 8. Study Recipes for work for 30 minutes. My next job today. 9. Wash and iron work clothes. Yes 10. Write up my workout on my online journal and comment on forum. - Yes 11. Give 100% whilst in work – (every minute is getting me one step closer to permanent residency). – Forms are being signed this week then I can apply. 12. Tell Portia how much I love her and what she means to me. 13. Read my personal Commercial out loud each morning. 14. Write out my goals 5 times each, everyday. - Yes 15. Research and plan my Restaurant. Yes 16. Review my goals and remind myself what I am doing this for and what I am achieving. http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 9, 2012 Author Share Posted July 9, 2012 MEAL 1 CALORIES PROTEIN CARBS FATS1/2 cup oats 73 3 12.6 1.2Nitrofusion 1 scoop 120 21 4 2banana 1 105 1.3 27 0.4Meal Total MEAL 2 1/2 cup oats 73 3 12.6 1.2Nitrofusion 1 scoop 120 21 4 2banana 1 105 1.3 27 0.4Meal Total MEAL 3 Spinach 100g 23 2.9 3.6 0.4Tomatoes 50g 9 0.4 2 0.1Cucumbers 75g 11 0.5 2.7 0.1100g Sweet Potato90 2 13.8 0.2Tofu 85g 120 17 0 81 Tablespoon Balsamic10 0 2 0Meal Total MEAL 4 Spinach 100g 23 2.9 3.6 0.4Tomatoes 50g 9 0.4 2 0.1Cucumbers 75g 11 0.5 2.7 0.1100g Sweet Potato90 2 13.8 0.2Tofu 85g 120 17 0 81 Tablespoon Balsamic10 0 2 0Meal Total MEAL 5 Nitrofusion 1 scoop 120 21 4 2Peanut Butter 1 Tbsp 100 3 3 8Almond Milk 200ml 56 0.8 6.4 2.4Meal Total MEAL 6 Spinach 100g 23 2.9 3.6 0.4Tomatoes 50g 9 0.4 2 0.1Cucumbers 75g 11 0.5 2.7 0.1Tofu 85g 120 17 0 8banana 1 105 1.3 27 0.41 Tablespoon Balsamic10 0 2 0Meal Total MEAL 7 Nitrofusion 1 scoop 120 21 4 2Peanut Butter 1 Tbsp100 3 3 8Almond Milk 200ml 56 0.8 6.4 2.4Meal Total MEAL 8 Nitrofusion 1 scoop 120 21 4 2Peanut Butter 1 Tbsp100 3 3 8banana 1 105 1.3 27 0.4Almond Milk 200ml 56 0.8 6.4 2.4Meal Total Calories Protein Carbohydrates FatsTotal 2333 194 239.9 71.4 2378.2 776 Calories 959.6 Calories 642.6 Calories Percentages 33% 40% 27% Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mini Forklift Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 What's 'Nitrofusion' Matt? Super-organised in here buddy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 11, 2012 Author Share Posted July 11, 2012 Nitrofusion is a Protein Powder, which i think is great value compared to others and tastes the best. I buy it from Bodybuilding.com which has the best price its just the shipping that bumps it up, but overall i think its great. http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/ans/nitrofusion.html What's 'Nitrofusion' Matt? Super-organised in here buddy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 11, 2012 Author Share Posted July 11, 2012 10th July, 2012 Legs Squats - 10 x 0lbs, 8 x 50lbs, 8 x 90lbs, 8 x 90lbs, 8 x 90lbs, 6 x 90lbsAwesome squats, go up to 95lbs and try get low. Lunges - 8 x 25lbs, 8 x 25lbsTry and get stable on my left leg as I seem a bit wobbly, go up to 27.5lbs. Stiff Leg Deadlift - 8 x 90lbs, 8 x 90lbs, 8 x 90lbsAwesome job on deadlift, went really low and got a great stretch. Go up to 95lbs. 20 Min cardio on Spin bikeDistance – 12.2Level – 5 Notes:Great job today, changed a few weights to make sure I was performing with good enough form. Awesome bike ride, smashed yesterdays distance.http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 11, 2012 Author Share Posted July 11, 2012 Journal Update & Daily Disciplines 10th July, 2012 What was great about my day? Lovely sunny day.Smashed my distance on the bike.Achieved a lot at work and learnt more as the Kitchen Saucier. What about my day could I improve to make things EVEN BETTER? Start making progress on some of my money making ideas.Be more enthusiastic about the jobs I don’t particularly enjoy doing, buck up and get them done. What can I do to make things more enjoyable? Keep on helping others by supporting them achieve their goals.Have fun because the journey is just as important as the destination.Believe I am the BEST because I am! Intensity Level7 /10 Why?Felt great today at the gym, did well on the bike and my Legs workout was amazing as I really got a connection with the muscle. Daily Disciplines 1. Achieve at least a level 8/10 Intensity in every workout and cardio session. – Still need to push for this but its week one and some exercises are new. 2. Eat every meal at scheduled time. – Spot on today. 4. Stretch every day, foam roller, practice Pilates/yoga to help strengthen my posture – YES and it makes me feel so much better, plus used foam roller to ease tight muscles. 5. Think positive; believe I can achieve my Goals! I AM A CHAMPION! I AM A MASS MACHINE! 6. Listen/read/watch motivational material for at least 30 minutes each day. YES – Manformation & Tony robbins. 7. Drink at least 4 litres of water each day. YES 8. Study Recipes for work for 30 minutes. Yes 9. Wash and iron work clothes. Yes 10. Write up my workout on my online journal and comment on forum. - Yes 11. Give 100% whilst in work – (every minute is getting me one step closer to permanent residency). – Forms are being signed this week then I can apply. 12. Tell Portia how much I love her and what she means to me. Yes 13. Read my personal Commercial out loud each morning. DO IT NOW 14. Write out my goals 5 times each, everyday. - Yes 15. Research and plan my Restaurant. Yes 16. Review my goals and remind myself what I am doing this for and what I am achieving. http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mini Forklift Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Nitrofusion is a Protein Powder, which i think is great value compared to others and tastes the best. I buy it from Bodybuilding.com which has the best price its just the shipping that bumps it up, but overall i think its great. http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/ans/nitrofusion.htmlThanks Matt, just had a look at it on the link you posted. Looks great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 12, 2012 Author Share Posted July 12, 2012 11th July, 2012 Chest & Triceps Barbell Bench Press - 10 x 50lbs, 8 x 70lbs, 8 x 90lbs, 8 x 90lbs, 6 x 90lbsKept great form and found it challenging having to do an extra set compared to the last routine, go up to 95lbs. Incline DB Bench Press – 7 x 55lbs, 7 x 55lbs, 5 x 55lbsStay on 55lbs, did awesome on first two sets then it hit me on the third. Mentally prepare better. Go up to 60lbs. Weighted Dips - 8 x 0lbsAdd 5lbs. Inc Tricep Extension - 8 x 20lbs, 8 x 25lbsGo up to 30lbs. Cable Pressdown - 8 x 65lbsGo up to 67.5lbs 20 Min cardio on bikeDistance – 12.5 Level – 5 Notes:Smashed yesterdays cardio, cardio was in the pm after work and weights were in the morning before work. Not the best day at work so really didn’t want to go back to the gym but felt so much better for doing so. http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 12, 2012 Author Share Posted July 12, 2012 Journal Update & Daily Disciplines 11th July, 2012 What was great about my day? Stressfull ending to my work day and just wanted to go home after, but I bucked up and went back to the gym to do my cardio and it made me feel alive and great.AWESOME Chest & Triceps workout.Helped other people achieve their goals in work today.I keep referring to myself as Coach Blandy at work which is a few promotions away from where I am now, other people are picking up on it and saying it to. Kind of made me laugh but wanted to get it in the Chefs mind so when they need a new coach they know where to come!!! What about my day could I improve to make things EVEN BETTER? Take bad days, experiences in my stride and know that I can change my emotions in an instant.Push harder in my weights workout and keep that mental focus. What can I do to make things more enjoyable? Keep on helping others by supporting them achieve their goals.Have fun because the journey is just as important as the destination.Believe I am the BEST because I am!Dream Dream Dream about this Million Dollar home, because when I get it I need to know style it out and where the BIG TV will be going. Intensity Level8 /10 Why? Daily Disciplines 1. Achieve at least a level 8/10 Intensity in every workout and cardio session. – Smashed it today. 2. Eat every meal at scheduled time. – One meal was slightly late due to work. 4. Stretch every day, foam roller, practice Pilates/yoga to help strengthen my posture – YES and it makes me feel so much better, plus used foam roller to ease tight muscles. 5. Think positive; believe I can achieve my Goals! I AM A CHAMPION! I AM A MASS MACHINE! 6. Listen/read/watch motivational material for at least 30 minutes each day. YES – Skip La Cour Affirmations. 7. Drink at least 4 litres of water each day. YES 8. Study Recipes for work for 30 minutes. No 9. Wash and iron work clothes. Yes 10. Write up my workout on my online journal and comment on forum. - Yes 11. Give 100% whilst in work – (every minute is getting me one step closer to permanent residency). – Forms are being signed this week then I can apply. 12. Tell Portia how much I love her and what she means to me. Yes, too many times she will get a big head,lol 13. Read my personal Commercial out loud each morning. 14. Write out my goals 5 times each, everyday. - Yes 15. Research and plan my Restaurant. Yes 16. Review my goals and remind myself what I am doing this for and what I am achieving. http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mini Forklift Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Positive as ever Matt, love it mate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 12, 2012 Author Share Posted July 12, 2012 12th July, 2012 Abs, Back & Traps Swiss Ball Crunches – 20 x 0lbs, 20 x 0lbs, 20 x 0lbsFelt a slight pain on my right side during this exercise, but my core was shaking because I connected with my abs well. Swiss Ball Leg Raises – 5 x 0lbs, 15 x 0lbs, 15 x 0lbsFelt awkward at first, my balance was off which Is why I got 5 reps on first set. Other two sets I got my game on and got 15 reps. Pull Ups (Bodyweight + plates) – 6 x 0lbs, 5 x 0lbs, 5 x 0lbsFelt tougher than I thought they would be, I am strong enough to do better. Add 5lbs plate. Cable Row (straight bar) – 6 x 120lbs, 6 x 120lbsGo up to 122lbs, excellent form. Can definitely show more aggression and lift heavier. Bent Over Barbell Row – 8 x 70lbs, 6 x 70lbsGo up to 75lbs. Shrugs - 8 x 100lbs, 8 x 100lbsGo up to 110lbs 20 Min cardio on Spin bikeDistance – 13.2Level – 5 http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 12, 2012 Author Share Posted July 12, 2012 Journal Update & Daily Disciplines 12th July, 2012 What was great about my day? Beat my cardio distance record by quite a bit which is awesome.Having a relaxing day off from work.Getting back into the swing of the gym after taking a week off. What about my day could I improve to make things EVEN BETTER? Listen to more motivational material.Study more towards starting my own business empire. What can I do to make things more enjoyable? Keep on helping others by supporting them achieve their goals.Have fun because the journey is just as important as the destination.Believe I am the BEST because I am!Dream Dream Dream about this Million Dollar home, because when I get it I need to know style it out and where the BIG TV will be going. Intensity Level8 /10 Why? Daily Disciplines 1. Achieve at least a level 8/10 Intensity in every workout and cardio session. – Smashed it today again!! 2. Eat every meal at scheduled time. – Perfect, easy when I am off work. 4. Stretch every day, foam roller, practice Pilates/yoga to help strengthen my posture – YES. 5. Think positive; believe I can achieve my Goals! I AM A CHAMPION! I AM A MASS MACHINE! 6. Listen/read/watch motivational material for at least 30 minutes each day. YES – Skip La Cour Affirmations. 7. Drink at least 4 litres of water each day. YES 8. Study Recipes for work for 30 minutes. No 9. Wash and iron work clothes. Yes 10. Write up my workout on my online journal and comment on forum. - Yes 11. Give 100% whilst in work – (every minute is getting me one step closer to permanent residency). – Forms are being signed this week then I can apply. 12. Tell Portia how much I love her and what she means to me. Yes 13. Read my personal Commercial out loud each morning. Yes 14. Write out my goals 5 times each, everyday. - Yes 15. Research and plan my Restaurant. Yes 16. Review my goals and remind myself what I am doing this for and what I am achieving. http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattpb Posted July 14, 2012 Author Share Posted July 14, 2012 13th July, 2012 Calves, Biceps & Forearms Calf Press – 10 x 90lbs, 8 x 180lbs, 7 x 270lbs, 7 x 270lbsGo up to 275lbs. Seated Calf Raises – 5 x 200lbs, 5 x 200lbsKnee pads were really causing discomfort as my quads were still really sore from Leg Workout this week. Stay at 200lbs for one more workout. Barbell Curls – 10 x 20lbs, 8 x 40lbs, 8 x 40lbsGo up to 45lbs. Curl Bar Curls – 8 x 20lbs, 8 x 25lbsGo up to 30lbs. Barbell Wrist Curls – 8 x 50lbs, 8 x 50lbsGo up to 60lbs. DB Curls - 8 x 65lbs, 8 x 65lbsGo up to 70lbs 20 Min cardio on Spin bikeDistance – 13.3Level – 5 http://www.skiplacour.com/mmnonbbcom.jpgClick here to orderSkip La Cour's Mass Machine Nutritionright here on Bodybuilding.com today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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