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My "New Years Resolution" for 2006 was to lose weight and start getting in shape. I started off well by losing 20
pounds, but then I realized I probably wouldn't be able to keep it off or get in shape on my own since I knew nothing
at all about fitness/nutrition.In July 2006 I joined a gym and hired a personal trainer. So its been about 1 year and a half since I started with my
trainer and although in a perfect world I would already have a perfect body I am slowly seeing the payoff. I know I've
got a lot of hard work ahead of me to get to where I want to be.
I am currently in the gym with my trainer 4 days a week. I usually stay after my strength training
to do a bit of cardio (usually about 30-40 min). So I'm usually at the gym for 2 - 2.5 hours. Adding up to 8 - 10 hours/week.
Here we are at the beginning of 2008 and this years resolution will not only be to continue my
training and stay focused, but to push harder and see greater results. The image below shows my ultimate goal for myself. Sure its
perfection and I may not make it that far, but its definately something to hope for. So although I'm sad to say the photo below
is not me, I hope to have similar results one day if I stay focused.
MORE ABOUT MATT:
Height: 6'3" and a half
Weight: it varies - 180 - 205 (usually 190 is norm)
Workout Schedule: Five to six days a week, but Matt doesn't just concentrate on the gym, he makes
sure to get outside and enjoy various sports.
His Abs: "Repetition is what gets you cut." He
concentrates on crunches and leg raises while lying
flat on the bench. "Think Rocky," he says.
His Legs: "Squats, because they also work every
muscle in the body. For the cut, ripped look, I focus
on leg extensions."
Cardio Workout: He used to compete as a light
heavyweight boxer, and he continues to box for fun
and exercise. He also hits the treadmill and loves to
mountain bike.
Fitness philosophy: "I want to always better myself. So I turn on my Walkman, put up my hood and get in my zone. Again, think
Rocky! Everyone hits a plateau in their workout but you need to keep going."
Typical Meal: "If you want to grow muscle, you need to consume one gram of protein per pound of body weight. No carbs at
night. I only eat carbs during the day or they will turn to fat."
MY DIET:
Proteins: lean ground beef, turkey breast, boneless/skinless chicken, top sirloin steak,
lean ham, egg substitute, low fat cottage cheese, lean ground turkey, protein shakes, protein bars, top round steak, egg whites.
Carbohydrates: strawberries, sweet potatoes, melons, apple, fat free yogurt, 100% whole wheat bread,
steamed brown rice, whole wheat pasta, beans, oatmeal, barley, oranges.
Vegetables: carrots, green beans, green peppers, lettuce, mushrooms, onions, peas, tomatoes.I Recommend:
Eating for Life
Bill Phillips
Excellent healthy recipes.
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(Will be updated periodically - last updated: 04/09/08)
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