“Message” posted by axe2045 Monday, March 8th, 2010

Thanks for replying with your great word of knowledge. I am currently at 3000 intake calories daily.45 fat grams, 385 carb grams, 270 protein grams, 11 sat fat, & 60 of fiber. Don't feel week, but due notice the loss in lean body mass. For the past 3 weeks been struggling with the flu, taking no time off from work nor gym. Was only getting about 3-4 hours of sleep minimum, due to long hours of work (graveyard shift). Was most likely using my lean body mass as energy to keep going. Not allowing my body any recovery time Also doing cardio after my daily workouts, pushing my self to drop weight. But ended up hurting my lean body mass. Now i am going to change it up a little. Going to have a pre, & post workout meal, & focus on sleep. Staying away from cardio, rely on the diet for fat loss. Will keep you posted on how this change is coming along, thanks again chat with you soon.

“Message” posted by axe2045 Friday, March 5th, 2010

Whats up DAVID, your progress sounds good. Keep it up, as for me i put up new pictures & percentages. let me know what you think can really use the feed back. Chat with you soon.

“Message” posted by Running-Dot Sunday, February 28th, 2010

David, thank you for your input on my article about calorie counting. I have never tried quinoa so I will surely check them out and will replace my brown rice with it. I don't have a lot of dairy in my diet, so cutting them out will not be hard. Thanks again, I truly appreciate your insigt. Now if you could just share your new diet secret, that would be awesome :D - I just thought I'd give it a try LOL!! Have a great work out.

“Message” posted by PFunk Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Fear of Change
Fear of change can keep you in a soul-crushing job, a bad relationship, or a physically destructive lifestyle. Ask yourself; is the devil-you-know approach good enough for you? Is your life making you happy? If you answered no to either of those questions, WHAT do you have to lose by embracing change?
The truth is, things should be changing ” your body is changing, your habits are changing, your attitude is changing. This might be the point where, because of so much change, you're starting to freak out a little bit. You might be asking yourself, What will all this change mean” to my life's direction, my relationships, my identity?
LAST CHANCE WORK OUT!
See my new photos!
HOW ARE YOU DOING?

“Message” posted by miracleman Friday, February 26th, 2010

Hi there! I have something that might be of interest...check out my article titled, "What Have Been Your Trials? Keys To Overcoming Odds?" It's nice to hear other people's stories, challenges, how their overcoming those challenges, and I'd like you to share also. I shared some of mine to start things off.

“Message” posted by tbravata Friday, February 26th, 2010

Hi David it looks like you are doing awesome. I also bet you are keeping nice & warm in Scottsdale & probably don't miss the winters in the Midwest. Take care & stay in touch!

“Message” posted by Running-Dot Thursday, February 25th, 2010

Hey David, I posted an article in my page, I'd like you to read it and give me some feedback of what you think. Your thoughts are highly appreciated. Thanks.

“Message” posted by allmax24-7 Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Hey there how are things going? Let all your friends know about the challenge, entry ends on March 31st.

“Message” posted by miracleman Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Thanks for the words of encouragement, you always know exactly what to say to bring a little humor into the mix. At the end of a long day, it's very much appreciated. I am hiding my muscle and won't be showcasing it until the end of march..then we can have a gallery posedown! My wheels will be exposed too...you should do the same. So, the pics and measurements will determine where the rubber meets the road. I cannot work my legs due to my many ailments right now (haven't worked legs in 3 years). After March I will attempt to work them, so at the end of June I can hopefully see some improvements concerning muscle mass. I can't wait to see your pics. Don't forget the newspaper!

“Message” posted by miracleman Sunday, February 21st, 2010

How are you doing? I had a lot of trials and obstacles, but I thought I'd let you know first that I just posted 2 articles with my end of month 2 stats and I've posted my end of month 2 pics!

“Message” posted by dakelly Monday, February 15th, 2010

Hi David, how are you doing lately? I see you're taking CX3. I asked my MM guy about it and didn't recommend it for me. I wonder why?? You seem to research a lot of stuff, is it more for men??

“Message” posted by lovemax Sunday, February 14th, 2010

You know I do alot of things bro.. . I own a max muscle in Loveland Co. I own my own Bailbonds Company and I love bodybuilding in my free time. plus I have 3 kids and a wife. ok I am tired now... lol keep the faith bro!

“Message” posted by janaepae Sunday, February 14th, 2010

Happy V day David!

“Message” posted by miracleman Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

LOL. Fructose (grape juice) is 1/3 the glycemic index of sucrose (common table sugar), so common table sugar is more efficient than grape juice. Grape juice works, but not as well.

“Message” posted by PFunk Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

Do you ever feel stressed out, and need a shot of inspiration?
If the answer is yes, then take a deep breath, and…
Escape to the Beauty, the Wonder and the Joy of Nature
To a mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~Chang Tsu
To me every hour of the light and dark is a miracle. Every cubic inch of space is a miracle. ~Walt Whitman
Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul, and sings the tune without words, and never stops at all. Emily Dickinson

“Message” posted by Flexxon Monday, February 8th, 2010

Oh for sure. I'm talking about using agave nectar intead of sugar and not for creatine... I think your thinking way to much into the uptake process, grape juice is cheap and effective...

“Message” posted by miracleman Monday, February 8th, 2010

I only use sugar for one reason....uptake of creatine. Other than that, the only sugar (glucose) in my system is from vegetables.

“Message” posted by miracleman Monday, February 8th, 2010

I am not big on other types of creatine because it simply doesn't have the scientific testing (proof of effectiveness) as creatine monohydrate.

“Message” posted by miracleman Monday, February 8th, 2010

I am planning on using creatine until 1 or 2 weeks out from the final pics. Having water in your cells is always good.

“Message” posted by miracleman Monday, February 8th, 2010

So concerning using a sugar source to help the uptake of creatine at a cellular level, table sugar is better than agave, honey, and waxy maize (see my other message). Only 4 are better than table sugar...but doubt they could beat the cost of sugar. See my point?

“Message” posted by miracleman Monday, February 8th, 2010

Glycemic Value of Agave compared to other sugars:
SUGARS
Organic Agave Nectar 27
Fructose 32
Lactose 65
Honey 83
High fructose corn syrup 89 [Pers. corres. w/Prof. Brand Miller]
Waxy Maize Starch 90
Sucrose 92
Glucose 137
Glucose tablets 146
Maltodextrin 150
Maltose 150

“Message” posted by miracleman Monday, February 8th, 2010

Far from an isolated incident, a brand new study sought to specifically investigate the glycemic response of WMS (Waxy Maize Starch) ingestion compared to both maltodextrin with a small amount of sucrose, and white bread (10). Interestingly, the resulting blood glucose response of WMS was similar to that of bread! As you'd expect, this was quite a bit lower than the fast carb mix of maltodextrin + sucrose. Additionally, the insulin response was significantly lower for WMS even compared to the bread treatment (and of course much lower than maltodextrin). A final study compared the glycemic response of 25g WMS that was cooked with water into a paste, to that of the same amount of glucose (5). This study is different from the previous WMS studies that used uncooked "native" WMS. The blood sugar levels were similar between groups, leading the researchers to give the WMS a glycemic index rating of 90.

“Message” posted by Flexxon Monday, February 8th, 2010

you could take your creatine with a NO2 product and get the sugars from that. back in the day I always use to down creatine with grape juice... Waxy maize is supposed to be better then dextrose and it's not very exspendsive... Do you plan on stopping creatine before the end... I'm taking CX3 now, but when I run out I'm taking a bottle of MAX KRE-ALKALYN and then I'll be done with creatine until the end... I'm also taking Beta Alanine which is a really helps push me through my intense workouts... Hey do you ever look around the gym and realize your training harder then everyone else... Heck some weekends, I'm the only person in my gym... Doing great man, let's finish this until the end...

“Message” posted by miracleman Monday, February 8th, 2010

I think my end of month 2 pics will show a drastic change from my end of month 1..more so than the pics I have posted. I am pretty much on target with the goals I originally posted. I can't wait for the end...then I'll finally be where I want to be...shredded, peeled, and striated.

“Message” posted by miracleman Monday, February 8th, 2010

I am guessing your suggestion is in response to the sugar I take with creatine? The higher the glycemic index the better the transport of the creatine. Dextrose is the highest, thus the best transport. But, sucrose is cheap and easy to get a hold of, so that's what I use with my creatine.

“Message” posted by lovemax Saturday, February 6th, 2010

Lokking Good Bro! Keep it up!

“Message” posted by miracleman Friday, February 5th, 2010

How have you been?

“Message” posted by miracleman Sunday, January 31st, 2010

It looks like you are making good progress! I left a comment on your month 1 back pic. Keep up the good work and remember you are the artist in control of sculpting your physique. If you want certain changes then make those changes in your diet or workout to achieve what your mind wants to accomplish.

“Message” posted by PFunk Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

When you send a "message" under "Send David A Message". Such will show up in the inbox under email. It won't show up in "blog" nor in "article". Which is helpful, for "private" type correspondence. :)

“Message” posted by PFunk Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

Sharing "information" i.e. posts....is copying and pasting to friends. Via "message" for a bit more "privacy" sharing. Or/and to "blog" to respond to one's "article". When you copy and paste from an internet source. What will show up, is the various "symbols".

“Message” posted by PFunk Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

Am seeing where there has been "copying and pasting". Indicated by the various "symbols" woven in between the sentences. Also, "post" may not available up, due to the "provider" try "foxfire" works better than "explorer". :)

“Message” posted by miracleman Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

I didn't get it. Let me check my settings, maybe that is the reason.

“Message” posted by miracleman Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

I am up for it...you will be the first person to send me a message. I am not even sure how to retrieve a personal message? LOL.

“Message” posted by PFunk Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

STILL

January 26, 2010

STILL COMING OUT
FROM HIDING FROM THE WEIGHT I'VE HAD ON FOR YEARS
Which makes sense because I'M PUNISHING Me - Get more muscle in my legs, arms, and get a great 6- pack stomach!
I NEED MORE CARDIO
I sat in the sauna to sweat out a "headcold".
I have my ankle wrapped for support,
it's been twisted and pushed.
Must stay focused. I want to give up, and I cannot.
Everything inside of me screams, wait. Stop! I must not stop, I cannot stop.
My heart, it's been "broken" too much, and this to give up would hurt too.
When I started MaxFormation there was an engagement extended to me. That was pulled due to outside "interference".
I have lost my dad to heart condition.
I have lost a dear friend to heart attack.
I have lost a sister to a heart challenge.
Loss of environment where having that "place" to stay is now "homeless shelter".
Companionship of my chihuahua, Pepper, he's with friends now. As I cannot have pet at shelter.
Loss after loss. Enough is enough.
Where is the stop point to which AM responsible to say, "the buck stops" here.
Everything in my "backpack" that isn't supposed to be there, is removed. I AM going to CLIMB this mountain. I AM going to fulfill my duration of requirements daily.
When you rock climb or go up a mountain, keep 3 points on the rock at all times.
Determination may speak. It is within my heart of choice to not quit.
Until my next article, I will be busy in schedule.
Where is all of this taking me? To a better - healthier- me!

“Message” posted by miracleman Monday, January 25th, 2010

Your article inspired ME! Wow...I better work even harder, I've got a name and a persona to live up to. LOL. Your words were very generous and kind and they truly GAVE ME some extra horse power today. You da man!

“Message” posted by miracleman Monday, January 25th, 2010

Your article inspired ME! Wow...I better work even harder, I've got a name and a persona to live up to. LOL. Your words were very generous and kind and they truly some extra horse power today. You da man!

“Message” posted by madelus Monday, January 25th, 2010

Hey David! Sorry I did not get back to you until now! I read your article. Thats interesting. I have never thought of testing my water's pH levels before... I assumed that as long as it tasted like water and it was purified (through Brita or whatever), that my body can balance the spectrum of pH levels found in different purified waters that I drink by itself. Our bodies are quite remarkable in that way. However, I have heard that drinking a glass or two of water with squeezed lemon juice in the morning is really great for your body in creating an alkaline environment in your stomach... and actually prevents cancer. I haven't started doing that yet though.

“Message” posted by CrystalStark Monday, January 25th, 2010

lol Thanks for the message. I suppose that can be true. :D

“Message” posted by jcs192 Monday, January 25th, 2010

I'm doing really good, for the most part I'm right on target to get where I want to be. yeah miracleman's numbers are unreal, not sure how all that gets done in one month.

“Message” posted by Flexxon Monday, January 25th, 2010

Check out my article, "Miracleman Has Me On The Run"

“Message” posted by miracleman Sunday, January 24th, 2010

What is the date of the end of your month 1?

“Message” posted by miracleman Sunday, January 24th, 2010

I forgot to answer your height question. I am 5 feet 9 inches tall.

“Message” posted by jcs192 Sunday, January 24th, 2010

hey buddy, you have some really good articles. i've really enjoyed reading them. how have you been doing lately?

“Message” posted by miracleman Sunday, January 24th, 2010

No I've gained muscle. When you've been sedentary and only lifting piles of food from your plate to your mouth then change that to lifting iron in the gym, it's pretty hard to lose muscle. My arms have gotten larger in one month! The Max Muscle supplements (see gallery), diet, and time in the gym are working well. But I have to step it up a few notches if I hope to reach my goal at the end of month 2 and month 3. Thanks for the message.

“Message” posted by miracleman Sunday, January 24th, 2010

I missed my month 1 goal by 4 lbs. I lost 30 pounds. I gotta pick up the pace!

“Message” posted by JLiddick03 Sunday, January 24th, 2010

Sorry David - I was thinking you were the one who was in Ju Jitzu (not sure how to spell that!) That was the reference to BJJ. Must have been someone else.

That's awesome that you are doing so well on the leg press - that really is a lot of weight to be lifting. It seems like you are going and going!! Great Job!!

“Message” posted by aragon69 Saturday, January 23rd, 2010

thanks for the request, good luck!

“Message” posted by mdbragg Saturday, January 23rd, 2010

Are you doing Maxformation thus year?

“Message” posted by mdbragg Saturday, January 23rd, 2010

Thank you soooo much!!! Yea I would love to talk to you more about!!!!

“Message” posted by Flexxon Saturday, January 23rd, 2010

I'm down to 232 lbs.now and loving the feeling!!!