hi pj its domenic here how are l was wondering if you can help me out lam 86kg but l still cant see any form of abs what so ever how low do l have to go to see any form of abs its driving me crazy abit l been training hard but still nothing l hope all is going well for you mate domenic
@domfrommelb27 Hi Domenic, it all depends on yr fat %age. Generally, for men, you need to be under 10% body fat to see some abs. Core exercises will strengthen and promote abs but removing fat by eating correctly and doing regular cardio is crucial. Stick at it. Cheers, PJ.
@ThatOtherTom Even though I got back to my original weight in 6 months, it took a further 3 months for my skin to regain it's elasticity so I was definitely worried for a while but thankfully, as I have noticed with my clients, the longer you stick to it, the better the results. The key is to lose the weight steadily, not necessarily rapidly and never cut corners such as extreme dieting etc.
sad thing though bro, once you get the excess fat in the breast area, its hard to ever get it back into cut shape like you had it, its possible but ive heard it takes awhile.
@Squisidee Thx for the comment. I went from 6% body fat up to 32% body fat in 4 months.It's amazing how easily a fit body can change & it highlights the importance of eating well & exercising regularly because if my body went like that so quickly, it can only be worse 4 someone who hasn't exercised for years. Thanks 4 discussing visceral fat. It's the unseen fat around the organs and the damage done to arteries that many people are unaware of and these symptoms regularly cause heart attacks :-(
@Squisidee With women, anywhere around 15% is very fit. With men, 8% is very fit. Anything lower would be viewed as extreme. My priority is always to get my clients to a healthy weight range and good fitness level. Once a client reaches this level, it then becomes a personal choice as to how far they wish to go and each person has their own reasons. For me, I aim for around 6% when I'm doing a body shoot or modelling. For the rest of the time, I hang around 10% to allow my body to recuperate.
@weeliano Thank you for the comment. My aim is to inspire people all around the world to live a healthier life so thanks for spreading the word. Much appreciated.
You're my guiding light! I went through the same thing except it wasn't intentional and over a longer period... I wish I lived near to your gym so I could just live in there haha as I sure could use some help
@sk8n0mad It took a lot of eating to get fat. I don't suggest you try and put on weight the same way I did as it is unhealthy and you won't have any quality muscle. Train with intensity, possibly add in a weight gainer shake twice a day and eat good quality carbs and protein regularly throughout the day to fuel the body and put on weight and size. Pasta, rice and sweet potato are all good options as is a varied protein source.
Did you lose a lot of muscle mass when you stopped training? That would have made it harder to get back into shape. Congratulations on your success. I look forward to the documentary.
@Chimpdaddy69 I lost a lot of muscle and went to 32% body fat in 3 months. Getting into shape was very difficult and challenging in so many ways. Thanks for the support and I look forward to sharing the documentary with you. Cheers. PJ
Woah dude, 0:37 - 0:51 looks like your spine is getting ready to snap, having to live with that spine bent so far back to support your gut would have been agony!
@PJFATANDBACK Good to hear your spine's fixed itself, looks as though your belly dominated your posture towards the end of the first six months. Wouldn't be suprised if you ever bumped your gut into things or took to that sort of waddle pregnant women do!
@petoysis Yes! Both parents from Greece! I'll be over in Greece in the New Year to help people with their fitness. More news soon. Thanks for the support!
@Yellokitti Thanks for that...really appreciate it! I'm glad that so many people are drawing inspiration from my videos and it gives me inspiration to help as many people around the world as possible :-)
@BlueVans94 putting it on was a challenge but the real learning and understanding came from keeping the weight on once I reached my goal...that's where all the emotions set in and habits form. A really difficult time!
@popa356 Yeah, the boobs were always a concern. I just concentrated on eating well to reduce fat levels and then lifting weights to maximize muscle gain.
I've never struggled with weight issues, but I can also say that I struggle with the motivation to strip away what little fat I have and work on building muscle.
hi pj its domenic here how are l was wondering if you can help me out lam 86kg but l still cant see any form of abs what so ever how low do l have to go to see any form of abs its driving me crazy abit l been training hard but still nothing l hope all is going well for you mate domenic
domfrommelb27 3 days ago
@domfrommelb27 Hi Domenic, it all depends on yr fat %age. Generally, for men, you need to be under 10% body fat to see some abs. Core exercises will strengthen and promote abs but removing fat by eating correctly and doing regular cardio is crucial. Stick at it. Cheers, PJ.
PJFATANDBACK 8 hours ago
must have been a fun journey!
zappafan136 3 days ago
@zappafan136 Well, it was for the first 3 weeks in the beginning but then I realized I had another 49 weeks to go!
PJFATANDBACK 3 days ago
more sexy with belly
msmaruti 4 days ago
I'm glad that you were able to get back into shape and that your skin didn't get permanently stretched out from the fat.
ThatOtherTom 4 days ago
@ThatOtherTom Even though I got back to my original weight in 6 months, it took a further 3 months for my skin to regain it's elasticity so I was definitely worried for a while but thankfully, as I have noticed with my clients, the longer you stick to it, the better the results. The key is to lose the weight steadily, not necessarily rapidly and never cut corners such as extreme dieting etc.
PJFATANDBACK 3 days ago
sad thing though bro, once you get the excess fat in the breast area, its hard to ever get it back into cut shape like you had it, its possible but ive heard it takes awhile.
Killhiswaffles 4 days ago
@Killhiswaffles THis is definitely true. It did take a little longer but with willpower, anything is possible :-)
PJFATANDBACK 3 days ago
op patrioths :) ela re elladaraaaa
DeejayNovus 5 days ago
@DeejayNovus Always love my fellow Greeks! Thanks for spreading the word :-)
PJFATANDBACK 3 days ago
This is very inspirational! How many hours a day of exercise did it take to bounce back into shape?
hiner76 1 week ago
@hiner76 I stuck to 5 weight sessions per week at 45 minutes each and 15-20 minutes cardio every day. It took me 6 months to lose 40kg (88lbs)
PJFATANDBACK 3 days ago
may the real preganant man please stand up
Masychefx2 1 week ago
You looked much better when you were Fat & had a beard.
jkbigfoot 1 week ago
@jkbigfoot LOL...Thx!
PJFATANDBACK 3 days ago
YOU WERE HOTTER FAT. SORRZ.
Dipstikk 2 weeks ago in playlist Favorite videos
It looks like there was an alien growing inside your gut there for the first half of the vid!
RedCoke88 2 weeks ago
@RedCoke88 It definitely felt like there was something inside there!
PJFATANDBACK 2 weeks ago
HIs stomach looks weird when he got fat. he probably has visceral fat in between his organs, thats not healthy.
Squisidee 3 weeks ago
@Squisidee Thx for the comment. I went from 6% body fat up to 32% body fat in 4 months.It's amazing how easily a fit body can change & it highlights the importance of eating well & exercising regularly because if my body went like that so quickly, it can only be worse 4 someone who hasn't exercised for years. Thanks 4 discussing visceral fat. It's the unseen fat around the organs and the damage done to arteries that many people are unaware of and these symptoms regularly cause heart attacks :-(
PJFATANDBACK 2 weeks ago
@PJFATANDBACK 6%? o_0
I know if a female is lower than 10% she stops having a period. Is it safe for a male to be that low?
Yeah, visceral is horrible. I mention that to people who eat a lot of junk but say theyre okay because they don't look fat.
Squisidee 2 weeks ago
@Squisidee With women, anywhere around 15% is very fit. With men, 8% is very fit. Anything lower would be viewed as extreme. My priority is always to get my clients to a healthy weight range and good fitness level. Once a client reaches this level, it then becomes a personal choice as to how far they wish to go and each person has their own reasons. For me, I aim for around 6% when I'm doing a body shoot or modelling. For the rest of the time, I hang around 10% to allow my body to recuperate.
PJFATANDBACK 2 weeks ago
@PJFATANDBACK ah, okay
Squisidee 2 weeks ago
You are a true inspiration! Thanks for doing this!
weeliano 3 weeks ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@weeliano Thank you for the comment. My aim is to inspire people all around the world to live a healthier life so thanks for spreading the word. Much appreciated.
PJFATANDBACK 3 weeks ago
This is pretty amazing, P.J. I've been waiting for this documentary for months now. I can't believe nobody has scooped it up yet. What's the hold up?
wusundowma 3 weeks ago
@wusundowma Stay tuned...coming soon. Thank you for supporting the documentary!
PJFATANDBACK 3 weeks ago
I want to watch this documentary!
JLai1969 3 weeks ago
@JLai1969 Coming very soon :-) Thank you for the support!
PJFATANDBACK 3 weeks ago
he's back in shape again. but unlike before, he looks pale now..
close2mrtj 1 month ago
You're my guiding light! I went through the same thing except it wasn't intentional and over a longer period... I wish I lived near to your gym so I could just live in there haha as I sure could use some help
Yarixan 1 month ago
how did u get so fat? i want to do this. i eat so much and i can't seem to gain any weight!
sk8n0mad 1 month ago
@sk8n0mad It took a lot of eating to get fat. I don't suggest you try and put on weight the same way I did as it is unhealthy and you won't have any quality muscle. Train with intensity, possibly add in a weight gainer shake twice a day and eat good quality carbs and protein regularly throughout the day to fuel the body and put on weight and size. Pasta, rice and sweet potato are all good options as is a varied protein source.
PJFATANDBACK 1 month ago
Did you lose a lot of muscle mass when you stopped training? That would have made it harder to get back into shape. Congratulations on your success. I look forward to the documentary.
Chimpdaddy69 2 months ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@Chimpdaddy69 I lost a lot of muscle and went to 32% body fat in 3 months. Getting into shape was very difficult and challenging in so many ways. Thanks for the support and I look forward to sharing the documentary with you. Cheers. PJ
PJFATANDBACK 2 months ago
this is amazing ! i wonder why you dont have more subscribers. full support
niclashbg 2 months ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@niclashbg Thanks! Much appreciated and thank you for spreading the word. PJ
PJFATANDBACK 2 months ago
Woah dude, 0:37 - 0:51 looks like your spine is getting ready to snap, having to live with that spine bent so far back to support your gut would have been agony!
aussbum1 3 months ago
@aussbum1 Yeah, not much fun at all! Back to normal now though :-)
PJFATANDBACK 3 months ago
@PJFATANDBACK Good to hear your spine's fixed itself, looks as though your belly dominated your posture towards the end of the first six months. Wouldn't be suprised if you ever bumped your gut into things or took to that sort of waddle pregnant women do!
aussbum1 3 months ago
Έλληνας είσαι ???
petoysis 3 months ago
@petoysis Yes! Both parents from Greece! I'll be over in Greece in the New Year to help people with their fitness. More news soon. Thanks for the support!
PJFATANDBACK 3 months ago
he is greek !!!
TheLordofcod 3 months ago
A greek. look the tattoo in the left hand mean Crete-Thessaloniki.. hello from Greece..
Mixanikostraxter 3 months ago
@Mixanikostraxter I hope to visit Greece soon! Thank you for the support.
PJFATANDBACK 3 months ago
NICE TATTOO BTW!! VIVA GRECIA
Nafpaktios3 3 months ago
@Nafpaktios3 Thanks! Go Greece!!
PJFATANDBACK 3 months ago
Your videos are some of the most honest, empathetic and inspirational videos I have ever seen. Thank you!
Yellokitti 3 months ago
@Yellokitti Thanks for that...really appreciate it! I'm glad that so many people are drawing inspiration from my videos and it gives me inspiration to help as many people around the world as possible :-)
PJFATANDBACK 3 months ago
@BlueVans94 putting it on was a challenge but the real learning and understanding came from keeping the weight on once I reached my goal...that's where all the emotions set in and habits form. A really difficult time!
PJFATANDBACK 3 months ago
how did your chest tighten up again? you practically had boobs
popa356 3 months ago
@popa356 Yeah, the boobs were always a concern. I just concentrated on eating well to reduce fat levels and then lifting weights to maximize muscle gain.
PJFATANDBACK 3 months ago
it takes balls of steel to do what u did... i respect a lot that.
eljonasjoel2 3 months ago
@eljonasjoel2 Cheers! Thanks for the support, it's much appreciated.
PJFATANDBACK 3 months ago
I don't know anyone who's brave enough to do what you did. You're awesome without a doubt bro, can't wait to see the full documentary.
1arkenton 3 months ago
@1arkenton Thanks! Really appreciate the support. The documentary will shed a lot of light on obesity and I'm excited about sharing it with everyone.
PJFATANDBACK 3 months ago
Interesting with the back photo's, your shoulder blades started to show through when you lost the weight.
itubeutude 4 months ago
@itubeutude no muscle left...just fat, skin and bone I guess!
PJFATANDBACK 3 months ago
Your back looked huge. But power lifter huge.
I've never struggled with weight issues, but I can also say that I struggle with the motivation to strip away what little fat I have and work on building muscle.
htial1 4 months ago
@htial1 I understand this. The less you have to lose, the longer it takes because there is no real urgency. Yeah, I was surprised at my back as well!
PJFATANDBACK 3 months ago