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Done with giving excuses, these ladies have given themselves the bodies they always wanted!
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Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Arthur Johnson!
Arthur Johnson, a 65 year old babyboomer went from 230 to a ripped contest weight of 160 with a 29 inch waist. Find out how right here...
Section: Mind :: Jan 03, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Russell Niewiarowski!
Russell Niewiarowski spent over 4 years away from the gym and gained 45 lbs. After reading an IFBB magazine, he decided it was finally time to get in shape. Learn how he did it right here...
Section: Mind :: Jan 11, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Rick Ryan
Rick Ryan was 45 when he realized he had very little muscle tone and strength. Learn how he dropped almost 30 lbs and went down to 7% body fat...
Section: Mind :: Jan 17, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Scott Hults
Scott Hults was in the Navy when he started showing signs of diabetes. He then decided to change his lifestyle and get in shape. Now he has over 26 contests under his belt and is still competing. Learn how he did it here...
Section: Mind :: Jan 25, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Jerry Burger
After Jerry's divorce, he began to go to the gym to relieve stress. Ever since then, he's been hooked. Learn how he dedicated himself to diet and training right here...
Section: Mind :: Jan 31, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Joe Lukowski
In September 2006, some of his friends invited him on a cruise. He wasn't pleased with how he looked so he dedicated himelf and lost 25 lbs and 13% bodyfat. Learn how he did it right here...
Section: Mind :: Feb 07, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Melanie Spencer
Melanie Spencer, 49 yrs old, did not let age deter her from losing 49 pounds by her 50th birthday in 8 months. With determination she went from 165 pounds to 116 pounds and her waistline shrunk from 38 to 27 inches! Learn how she did it right here...
Section: Mind :: Feb 14, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Dennis Fanucchi
Ever since Dennis was 13, he dreamed of having a great phisique. It wasn't until 41 years later that he stepped into a gym and got serious. Now he's 77 lbs heavier and looks better than ever. Read on to learn how he committed to a healthy lifestyle...
Section: Mind :: Feb 27, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Alain Petriz
Alain was always into sports growing up. But after he quit rugby, he decided it was time to start exercising. Read on to learn how he bulked up to over 200 lbs!
Section: Mind :: Feb 29, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Brian Janey
As Brian Janey's family grew, he gained a significant amount of weight. After a trip to the doctor's office, he was pronounced obese. So he decided to get in shape. Learn how he lost over 70 lbs right here...
Section: Mind :: Mar 06, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Karen Pilote
Karen is a personal trainer and health club owner, but she let life's little pleasure get to her and before she knew it, she was overweight and out of shape. Learn how she turned her life around and motivated others through her teachings right here...
Section: Mind :: Mar 17, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Dave Kingore!
As Dave was approaching 40, he realized that he was vastly out of shape. So with dedication and consistency, he managed to workout and start eating healthy. Learn how he lost 170 lbs right here...
Section: Mind :: Mar 24, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Carl Cassani!
Tired of always being heavy, Carl became determined to shed the fat and live a healthy lifestyle. Now, he's dropped almost 60 lbs. Learn how he did it right here...
Section: Mind :: Mar 31, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Leigh Keess!
Leigh was the ultimate couch potato, but when she saw an ad in the newspaper for women's only training, she decided to give it a shot. Before she knew it, her trainer had talked her into competing. Read on to learn more!
Section: Mind :: Apr 03, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Pat O'Brien!
Pat had been a runner all her life, but after a trip to the doctor, she found out that she had a high body fat percentage. So she started lifting weights and lowered her body fat. Learn how she did it right here...
Section: Mind :: Apr 14, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Kevin Hopwood!
Years of running had taken a toll on Kevin's body, and he soon found himself injured and unable to train. After a few years of innactivity, he decided it was time to get back in shape. So he set a goal for himself and dropped the pounds. Learn more!
Section: Mind :: May 01, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Rob Fuhrmann!
Rob was tired of getting exhausted from doing the simple day-to-day activities. So once he turned 40, he made the decision to get in shape. With the help of a BodySpace member, he dropped almost 100 lbs. Learn how he did it right here!
Section: Mind :: May 09, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Regina Trolman!
As Regina was quickly approaching her 45th birthday, she knew that she needed a change. With the help of her trainer, she dropped 61 lbs! Learn how she did it right here.
Section: Mind :: May 19, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Sundie Garrison!
Sundie could not stand the thought of just sitting around and watching life pass her by. Using Body For Life and a personal trainer she lost over 20 lbs and 11% of body fat. Find out more about her transformation here!
Section: Mind :: Jun 05, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Jim Stead!
Jim had gained some extra weight after an injury had caused him to stop going to the gym for 4 years. So after recovering, he decided it was time to get back in shape. Read on to learn how he dropped 13% body fat!
Section: Mind :: Jun 13, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Pam Mabrouk!
When Pam started having health problems because of her weight, she decided it was time for a change. After learning about the importance of diet and nutrition, she dropped 56 pounds. Read on to learn more!
Section: Mind :: Jun 20, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Sylvia Casillas-Paes!
As Sylvia grew closer to her 40th birthday, she decided that it was time to transform her body and get into the best shape of her life. Read on to learn how she dropped 12% body fat!
Section: Mind :: Jun 27, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - James Bradshaw!
James wanted to portray a healthy image for his students. So after changing up his diet and consistently getting up each morning for stair climbing, he began to shed the pounds. Read on to learn how he lost 115 lbs!
Section: Mind :: Jul 03, 2008
Over 40 Bodybuilder Of The Week - Ed Cook!
After a doctor's visit caused Ed to reevaluate his diet, he decided it was time for a change. He hit the gym and learned the importance of proper nutrition. Read on to learn how he shed the pounds and began competing!
Section: Mind :: Jul 10, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Dennis W. Rowley!
Dennis' family and friends began to get sick due to an unhealthy lifestyle. Fearing that he might be next, he decided it was time for a change. So Dennis cleaned up his diet and began exercising. Read on to learn how he lost 70 lbs and 28% of body fat!
Section: Mind :: Jul 17, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - George Kirkwood!
After a motorcycle accident left George out of shape and weak, he decided that hitting the gym would help to get his strength back and help him lose weight. Read on to learn how George not only got in shape, but also began competing at age 68!
Section: Mind :: Jul 24, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Christina Maylen!
Christina was afraid that her family's medical history would get the best of her, so she decided to start eating healthy and getting in shape. Read on to learn how she lost 15 lbs in only 3 months!
Section: Mind :: Aug 01, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Eric Orrao!
Eric began training at age 14. Once he hit the gym, he immediately became addicted to improving his physique. Read on to learn how he packed on 97 pounds of pure muscle!
Section: Mind :: Aug 07, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Maggie Taylor!
Being overweight all her life, Maggie was at risk for health problems. So she decided to change her lifestyle and get healthy. Read on to learn how she dropped 85 pounds!
Section: Mind :: Aug 21, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Mike Shelton!
Although Mike had been active as a teen, he began to gain a significant amount of weight in his adult years. After meeting his wife, Mike decided that he wanted to give a better life for her. Read on to learn how he lost an amazing 257 pounds!
Section: Mind :: Aug 28, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Liza Gallia!
After Liza had lost her mother to health problems, she turned to food for comfort. But soon she realized that she needed to get healthy for own body's sake. Read on to learn how Liza dropped 40 pounds and 18% body fat!
Section: Mind :: Sep 04, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Norm Novak!
Two years ago, Norm's buddies bet that he wouldn't be able to shed 50 pounds by his 50th birthday. So with hard work and dedication, he not only won the bet, but continued to exercise and dropped 95 lbs. Read on to learn more!
Section: Mind :: Sep 11, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Annette McGrath!
On Thanksgiving Day of 2007, Annette had a picture taken that changed her whole view on how she looked. Using that picture as her motivation, Annette managed to drop 34 pounds and 13% body fat. Read on to learn how she did it!
Section: Mind :: Sep 18, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Jonathan Foster!
Jonathan was tired of being overweight and having no endurance or strength. So with the help of the Over 35 Forum, he was able to get the guidance he needed to get in shape. Read on to learn how he lost 50 pounds!
Section: Mind :: Sep 26, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Joseph Phillips!
Joseph never went to the gym for fear of everyone making fun of him for being so out of shape. But once he overcame his fear, he became hooked. Read on to learn how Joseph lost 37 pounds with hard work and dedication!
Section: Mind :: Oct 09, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Blake Hegarty!
Blake knew he had to make some changes in his life for himself and one's he loved. So he made a commitment to quit smoking and get in shape. Read on to learn how he lost 32 pounds and 22% body fat!
Section: Mind :: Oct 16, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Uschi Stokes!
After Uschi's 40th birthday, she became determined to do whatever it took to get the body of her dreams. So with some dedication and the help of her trainer, she was able to drop 15 lbs and 17% body fat! Learn how she did it.
Section: Mind :: Oct 23, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Allen Smolenski!
During a visit to an amusement park with his children, Allen got a rude awakening when he was having trouble getting in and out of the rides. So he decided to make a change. Read on to learn how Allen dropped 57.6 pounds and began competing!
Section: Mind :: Oct 30, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Charles Hill!
When Charles saw his mother in the hospital for heart problems, he got a rude awakening to what he really looked like. From that moment on, he's been working hard to drop the fat. Read on to learn how he lost 105 pounds!
Section: Mind :: Nov 06, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Corky Gainsford!
Corky's job had caused him to pack on the pounds over two long years. Once he came to the realization that things needed to change, he got his diet in check and hit the gym. Read on to learn how he lost 73 pounds!
Section: Mind :: Nov 13, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Bryan Gile!
In his younger days, Bryan was in great physical condition. But somewhere along the way, he lost his interest in fitness. After a tragic accident, he decided that he needed to get his health back. Read on to learn how he dropped 38 pounds!
Section: Mind :: Dec 11, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Greg Young!
Greg decided that he needed to start losing weight if he ever wanted to live a life free of medication. So he researched how to live a healthy lifestyle and began dropping the weight. Read on to learn how he lost 69 pounds!
Section: Mind :: Dec 18, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Eddy Schumacher!
Although Eddy spent his time doing karate, he was hardly in good condition. After seeing a picture of himself at the beach, he realized it was time for a change. Read on to learn how Eddy dropped 9.5% body fat and got into the best shape of his life!
Section: Mind :: Dec 26, 2008
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Debi Straley!
Debi had always been into fitness, but in the Summer of 2007 she drifted from her routine and packed on the pounds. Finally, she had enough of being overweight and decided to get her life back. Learn how she dropped 17 pounds and 5% body fat!
Section: Mind :: Jan 04, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - James Howell, Jr.
Pushing 40 years old, James realized that his skinny physique wasn't exactly what he had envisioned as his dream body. So he decided to do something about it. Read on to learn how he packed on 50 pounds of solid mass right here!
Section: Mind :: Jan 08, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Keith Stephens!
After being diagnosed with a disease that left him wheelchair bound, Keith decided that he wasn't content with letting life get the best of him. Read on to learn how he over came his disease and dropped pounds of fat in the process!
Section: Mind :: Jan 15, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Judith Corbett!
After Judith turned 43, her constant weight gain caused her to re-evaluate her nutrition choices that led her to being overweight. Finally having enough, she decided it was time for a change. Learn how she dropped 27 pounds and gained her confidence back!
Section: Mind :: Jan 23, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Matthew Eubanks!
After being overweight most of his life, Matthew finally decided that enough was enough and it was time to lose the weight. So with a goal in mind, he got started on a healthier lifestyle. Read on to learn how he shed 26 lbs and 21% body fat!
Section: Mind :: Jan 29, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Wendy Brown!
Once Wendy realized that her sister didn't see her as a healthy individual, she decided that it was time to change her lifestyle. Read on to learn how she dropped 82 pounds right here!
Section: Mind :: Feb 05, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Stephen Parks!
Stephen's determination came from an existing knee and back injury. He wanted to see how far he could physically and mentally push himself. Read on to learn how he shed 22% body fat!
Section: Mind :: Feb 12, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Melissa LaLone!
Melissa's pregnancy caused her to put on some extra weight. After her child was born, though, she decided that she needed to get her body back. Read on to learn how she shed 113 pounds right here!
Section: Mind :: Feb 19, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Damian Daly!
At 39 years old, Damian's health problems caused him to rethink his health status. He decided it was time for a change. Read on to learn how he got motivated and shed 50 pounds of fat right here!
Section: Mind :: Feb 26, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Rick Voss!
Rick's knee troubles caused him to re-evaluate his current physique. Once he finally decided to shed the extra weight, he became hooked on bodybuilding. Read on to learn how he shed 28 pounds!
Section: Mind :: Mar 12, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Tracie Euker!
Tracie was tired of living with a less than perfect physique. She wanted to challenge herself to achieve her goals and aspirations. Read on to learn how she became determined and shed 22 pounds and 13% body fat!
Section: Mind :: Mar 20, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Mark Hashim!
Mark first decided to start working out to set a good example for his children. He started training and never looked back. Read on to learn how he shed 23 pounds!
Section: Mind :: Apr 02, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Richard Paul!
In early 2008, Richard was shocked to see a photo of himself and how unhealthy he was. So he decided that it was finally time to get the physique he knew he deserved. Read on to learn how he shed 60 pounds right here!
Section: Mind :: Apr 09, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Joseph Fanelli!
In 2006, Joseph suffered a back injury that left him overweight and unhappy. But once the doctor gave him the green light to begin training again, he got back out there and dropped the weight. Read on to learn how he shed 104 pounds and 23.5% body fat!
Section: Mind :: Apr 15, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Joseph Fanelli.
In 2006, Joseph suffered a back injury that left him overweight and unhappy. But once the doctor gave him the green light to begin training again, he got back out there and dropped the weight. Read on to learn how he shed 104 pounds and 23.5% body fat!
Section: Mind :: Apr 16, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Rob Barnett!
A few years ago, Rob was diagnosed with an immune disorder that left him to evaluate his current lifestyle. Not content with letting his condition get the best of him, he got motivated and shed 60 pounds. Learn how he did it right here!
Section: Mind :: Apr 23, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Terri Bradley!
Terri first began working out only to lose a few pounds, but one she started, she immediatley became hooked ont he results. Read on to learn how she shed 56 pounds right here!
Section: Mind :: Apr 30, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Mike Packham!
Mike was tired of looking in the mirror and constantly being unhappy with his physique. So he decided to try the Body-for-LIFE challenge and shed the weight. Read on to learn how he dropped 40 pounds right here!
Section: Mind :: May 07, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Jens!
Jens has been skinny ever since he was a teenager, but was never happy with his scrawny physique. But he finally decided that enough was enough and it was time to pack on the mass. Read on to learn how he gained 18 pounds of solid muscle right here!
Section: Mind :: May 14, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Christopher Gordon!
Christopher decided to compete one last time, but his prep started him at the heaviest he had ever been. Read on to learn how he found to the motivation to shed 44 pounds right here!
Section: Mind :: May 21, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Scott McCullock!
Pushing 40 years old, Scott returned from a routine doctor's visit with a laundry list of health concerns. Not content on living his life taking multiple medications a day, he decided to do something about his weight. Learn how he shed 98 pounds!
Section: Mind :: Jun 02, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Kim Newsom!
Shortly after going skiing, Kim realized just how out of shape she really was. She wanted to be a better example for her children, so she got serious about shedding the body fat. Learn how she dropped 16% body fat right here!
Section: Mind :: Jun 04, 2009
Over 40 Transformation Of The Week - Victor Newsom!
After Victor hit 40 years old, he quickly realized that he missed the physique he used to have just a few years prior. Read on to learn how he decided to turn his life around and shed 14 pounds and 22.6% body fat!
Section: Mind :: Jun 11, 2009
