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Hi everyone, My name is Mark Irwin and I am new to the forum but been with Dr. Joe since the beginning of the year (15 weeks so far). So far it has been a lot of fun and hard work. Like many of you, I have decided to start a thread to hold myself accountable on my way to my first ever bodybuilding contest on November 8th - no, not the Worlds but a small show in Toronto called the IDFA Canadian Classic. As I stated in the Intro section, I have a long way to go for 30 weeks out (probably about 70 pounds still) but with Dr. Joe by my side, I think I have a fighting chance. I have lost around 40 pounds so far. I told Joe since this is my first contest (novice division) I just want to get up there and not be embarrassed. Losing about 110 pounds would be a monumental achievement in itself considering I have been fighting a battle with obesity for about 12-13 years. Next year, we start playing for keeps!!! Hope everyone has a good night. |
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Great of you to post, Mark - I don't think I've seen your first 7 posts. What a great 15 weeks it's been - I'd challenge anyone to match your pace....a driven man!
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Hello, I am Joe and me and my wife have been with the Doc since late Jan. I lost about seventy before joining him (two years long) and so far he has knocked another twenty off me. I am in the best shape of my life. My wife and I are doing our first show in about six weeks. If anyone can do it, you can. I agree with you that in doing this, I am not laughed off stage. But I wish you well. |
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Good to see you start a journal Mark. I'm looking forward to watching your progress.
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Hi Dr. Joe. "Driven." I think that is one of the best compliments I have gotten in a long time. Thanks so much. |
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Hi Joe, Wow, 90 pounds is an amazing accomplishment. Congrats!! How is your wife doing on the program? It is great having the knowledge of Dr. Joe in your corner going into your first contest. I bet you are going to do really well. |
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Thanks Julie, I will try to update regularly. I think you have a contest coming up at the end of the year as well. A PRO contest if I remember wel. Good luck on all your prep.
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Good luck Mark. It helps to post here. It will give you support & keep you accountable. :)
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Mark - congratulations on your weight loss so far. That's remarkable!
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Mark good for you keep it up. I respect all those members on the forum who have a post. Being accountable is huge. I myself need to find the time to start a post. |
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hey Mark I give you alot of props for putting the pressure of a date and a contest on yourself to loose the rest of the weight you want and need to loose....seeing someone like yourself who is truly motivated and determined is an inspiration...good luck man - joe
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Good luck Mark; very impressive. You have the best Dc to help you accomplish your goals. Michele |
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Thanks Shellie, Patti, and Kerrie. I appreciate the great reception. Kerrie, I think it is definietly time for you to chronicle your journey. |
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Hey Joe, I am the inspiration? I think you got it backwards man. Your WO's should be measured in metric tonnes lifted. Keep lifting heavy. thanks |
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Thanks Michele, Dr Joe is the man! Nobody else offers a program quite like his. What a great forum! |
