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Post by Hoopie on Aug 14, 2007 20:21:42 GMT -5
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Post by RUBICON19 on Aug 14, 2007 20:45:21 GMT -5
I am not going to ramble on about the whole thing, i am not going to be competeing anytime soon from the way it looks....I am just going to leave it at that incase things might change.....    OK Hoops. I am behind you, but you cant leave us just hanging like this ya know? Whats up? |
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Post by beckie on Aug 14, 2007 23:48:43 GMT -5
I'm sorry Hoops-let us know if you need anything.
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Post by Hoopie on Aug 15, 2007 2:03:32 GMT -5
I am not going to ramble on about the whole thing, i am not going to be competeing anytime soon from the way it looks....I am just going to leave it at that incase things might change..... OK Hoops. I am behind you, but you cant leave us just hanging like this ya know? Whats up? Its nothing medical bud..It was a hard painfull decision but one that i had to make...I have truely come to love this sport and its challenges. As for the reason, that i will keep to myself and deal with internally. |
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Post by RUBICON19 on Aug 15, 2007 5:20:39 GMT -5
OK Hoops. I am behind you, but you cant leave us just hanging like this ya know? Whats up? Its nothing medical bud..It was a hard painfull decision but one that i had to make...I have truely come to love this sport and its challenges. As for the reason, that i will keep to myself and deal with internally. Okay Bro.. Sorry to hear this. I/We are here for ya |
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Post by Tim Wescott on Aug 15, 2007 5:41:21 GMT -5
Sorry to hear it Steve.................hang in bud.
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Post by mrbeefy on Aug 15, 2007 7:11:53 GMT -5
Steve,
Life happens Bro. Do what you need to do.
I do understand.
If ya need anything, you have my number.
If you don't mind, I'm going to keep checking in on ya from time to time.
Frank
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Post by 1705total on Aug 15, 2007 7:44:27 GMT -5
You know I haven't done a show since 1994. I miss the prep, the backstage action, the onstage action, and watching my body change. But I have never stopped training. The training is my true love. It keeps me centered and grounded.
I feel for you steve,
when the time is ready you will return, but if that time never comes, remember to do things that bring you true joy in life.
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Post by TNA on Aug 15, 2007 7:47:44 GMT -5
Steve, we're all behind you brother! Remember to always be happy. As everyone has already stated, we're here for you anytime!
Terry
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Post by chanman83 on Aug 15, 2007 9:31:20 GMT -5
you know my stance, I'm always here from you and I hope everything works out well.
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Post by GerryT on Aug 15, 2007 9:39:26 GMT -5
Sorry to hear this, Steve. You know you can always call any time if you want to talk. We all have decision like that to make. Hope it will all be OK for you and your family.
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Post by Karrie on Aug 15, 2007 11:09:17 GMT -5
Hoopie,
We are all here for you. You need to do what is best for you and if competing is not in the cards right now then it is not, but you can always compete down the road when things are on the up and up for you.
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Post by Intensity on Aug 15, 2007 14:16:08 GMT -5
Steve, I know that you like this sport and it's sad that you wont be competing anytime soon. I'm forced to do the same this year and it isnt easy… but you know what? I realized that competing is not everything. Whatever it is for health, familly, work, etc… there is many logic reasons for someone not to compete. And who knows, maybe you'll have other occasion… but for now, just take care of your current priorities. Competing or not Steve, you can train hard, eat well and be in great shape! Stay positive buddy!
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Post by mrky03 on Aug 16, 2007 20:05:14 GMT -5
Steve, I've went though long periods of time when I didn't compete myself. You can always pick it up when the time is right, like Mo said just keep training and things will come around in time.
Joel
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Post by hossjob on Aug 16, 2007 20:58:55 GMT -5
Great advice Joel. Hoops, you're the man and I've got your back.
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Post by Roger on Aug 17, 2007 16:39:13 GMT -5
Hoopie, I do not know you that well. what I do know of you I admire and respect. I have been training hard since 1989. This is my first time to compete. I may only do it this one time I do not know yet. I do know I have always loved weights and the feeling I get after a great workout. Enjoy life my friend it is short.
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Post by ntrllftr on Aug 18, 2007 10:02:44 GMT -5
I may have an idea why and I think I am going through the same thing you are right now. I do not know if I will ever hit the stage again myself.
Maybe just some time away from the daily hustle of cooking, eating and training is what you need.
Wish you the best man!!
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Post by Sal Paradise on Aug 20, 2007 12:11:02 GMT -5
I'mnot sure why the need for the absence but I can appricate and respect your decision.
I am also taking some time off - much more than I had originally planned. It started with my one season off to make gains that looks like it will turn into 3-4 years away.
My last show I had planned - got sick
This upcoming show in Nov. - new job that will require too much time as the new gym opens
This coming May - new job will be in full swing at a second new gym that opens in Feb 08
So it will be a while until i get on stage again but the nice thing is I can still train and still make improvments. Sometimes it's necessary to do what's best for you personally.
It's ultimately your decision and we're here for you.
Sal
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Post by intenceman on Aug 21, 2007 3:42:57 GMT -5
Competings great. Fun too. But I'm more worried about you. I'm not either, partly by design and I did one already, but life is heavy duty now too. I hear you bro. My best wishes on whatever it is.
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Post by mrbeefy on Aug 21, 2007 6:56:27 GMT -5
Checking in again Steve.
It's been a few days so I hope things are working themself out.
You know, life is like a highway Bro.
Sometimes ya just gotta shift gears.
Not a bad thing.
You're all in my prayers.
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