WAY OF LIFE!

WBPF 2012 Itinerary.

2012-01-18T14:30:00.000+08:00

Here are some of the highlights of this years Itinerary under the WBPF organization to date. Only into it's 4th year, I think this org will succeed in making an impact in the world. I recall skeptics saying this new org will only last no more than 2 - 3 years then fold....well it's in it's 4th year so I guess they are here to stay.
Some of the 2012 International Itinerary for WBPF -

1) 11th South East Asian Bodybuilding Championship - 22nd - 27th Feb 2012 - Yangon, Myanmar.

2) Sportsfest Bodybuilding & Physique Events for Men & Women including the Inaugural WBPF World Cup - 9th - 10th June 2012 - Hungary.

3) 46th Asian Bodybuilding & Physique Sports Championships for Men & Women & 52nd ABBF Congress - 20th - 26th Sept 2012 - Guangzhou, China.

4) 10th Fitparade OPEN & Independent events with prize money - 13th - 14th Oct 2012 - Budapest, Hungary.

5) Oceania Bodybuilding Championship - 14th - 18th Nov 2012 - New Zealand.

6) 2nd WBPF Pro Am Classic for Men with prize money - 1st - 4th Dec 2012 - Singapore.

7) 4th WBPF World Bodybuilding & Physique Sports Championships for Men & Women & Electoral Congress - 4th - 10th Dec 2012 - Bangkok, Thailand.

WBPF World Amateur Championship 2011.

2011-10-03T17:32:00.004+08:00

Malaysia will play host for the World Amateur Bodybuilding Championship for the third time this coming November. The first was back in 1990 and second in 2000 but at that time was an affiliate to the IFBB but the third one is under a new organization called WBPF. This new organization came about when there was a riff between ABBF and IFBB. Many interesting and promising things to come under this new org. ...just wait and see!

Anyway, back to the topic, Malaysia as I have mentioned, will be playing host to the World Championship for the third time and it will be held in Melaka , Malaysia from the 9th to the 14th of November 2011. As always, Malaysia puts on a spectacular event and this year will be nothing short of spectacular.

Datuk Gan, the "Godfather" of Malaysian bodybuilding will be sponsoring some really awesome trophies at this event. To view write up on this go HERE.

For those who wish to know more about this historical event to be held in Melaka can read HERE.

Tentatively, the itinerary is as follows:-
CENTURY MAHKOTA HOTEL.

8th Nov 2011 ( Tue) - Arrival of the WBPF Executive Members.

9th Nov 2011 (Wed) - Arrival of all teams.

10th Nov 2011 (Thu) - Weigh In

11th Nov 2011 (Fri) - Pre Judging (10am) for :- 55kg , 65kg, 75kg, 85kg, 100kg.( Mahkota Ballroom)

- Finals (7pm) - Jonker Walk Open air Theater.

12th Nov 2011 (Sat) - Pre Judging (10am) for :- 60kg, 70kg, 80kg, 90kg, Over 100kg
(Mahkota Ballroom)

- Finals (7pm) - Jonker Walk Open air Theater.

13th Nov 2011 (Sun) - 10am - Sightseeing/tour of Melaka for all participants

14th Nov 2011 (Mon) - 12 noon - Checkout/ Departure.

Once we have confirmed the names of those representing our country, I will post up their names. In the mean time hang on tight for a spectacular and historical event taking place right here in Melaka, Malaysia ...my hometown!
Block those dates and come root for your Malaysian team!!!

World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) - 2011 Prohibited List.

2011-09-28T17:28:00.000+08:00

I am very sure many are not aware of the items that are currently on the ban list. I am sharing this info that I had received from my bodybuilding federation and believe this may come in very useful for those seeking information such as this.

2011 Prohibited List
Explanatory Notes on the 2011 Prohibited List

Introduction :
Members of the Anti-Doping Community should be aware that careful consideration has been given to all of the thoughtful comments that have been provided in response to the distribution of the draft 2011 List. It will be recognized that not all suggestions have been accepted or incorporated into the 2011 List but, as is explained below, modifications to the draft have been made possible because of the contributions and submissions of many of our colleagues.

S0 NON-APPROVED SUBSTANCES AND METHODS
This section has been added in order to address the issue of the abuse of substances that are currently in an experimental phase of development or that are not or no longer permitted for human use.

S1 ANABOLIC AGENTS
This section has been modified in a minor way to standardize the spelling for certain substances.

S2 PEPTIDE HORMONES, GROWTH FACTORS AND RELATED SUBSTANCES
S2.1: This section has been modified to include the international non-proprietary name of Hematide – “peginesatide”. In order to reflect the growing number of substances developed to stimulate erythropoiesis, hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF)-stabilizers have been added as an example of this class of products.
S2.3: Questions relating to the use of insulins and other associated substances will be the focus of further review by the List Expert Group in 2011.
S2.6: Platelet-derived preparations have been removed from the List after consideration of the lack of any current evidence concerning the use of these methods for purposes of performance enhancement notwithstanding that these preparations contain growth factors Despite the presence of some growth factors, current studies on PRP do not demonstrate any potential for performance enhancement beyond a potential therapeutic effect. Note that individual growth factors are still prohibited when given separately as purified substances as described in S.2.5

S3 BETA-2-AGONISTS
The WADA List Expert Group made changes to S3 (beta-2-agonists) in response to the concerns expressed by members of the Sport Community. References to the “Declaration of Use” have been removed. Concerns continue to exist about the performance-enhancing effects of beta-2-agonists when taken in large quantities. The List prohibits the administration of all beta-2-agonists except salbutamol (maximum 1600 micrograms over 24 hours) and salmeterol when taken by inhalation in accordance with the recommended therapeutic regime. Urinary thresholds continue to apply to the management of salbutamol; work is ongoing to develop thresholds for other beta-2-agonists.

The issue of beta-2-agonists will continue to be the focus of WADA’s research activity in order to ensure that the administration of large doses of these substances is prevented and prohibited, but that the appropriate care and treatment of asthmatic athletes is facilitated. Ongoing surveillance of the use of these medications will continue as a priority; it is to be anticipated that there will be further changes in the way in which these substances are addressed in the future.

S5 DIURETICS AND OTHER MASKING AGENTS.
• The prohibition of glycerol is not intended to prevent the ingestion of this substance which is commonly found in a variety of foodstuffs and toiletries. Such use will not cause a competitor to test positive for this Prohibited Substance.

• “Desmopressin” has been added as an example of a masking agent.
• The last paragraph of section S5 has been revised to more clearly explain the consequences of detecting an exogenous threshold substance at a sub-threshold concentration in the presence of a diuretic or other masking agent. Even when a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) exists for the masking agent, the detection of the exogenous threshold substance at any level will be reported as an Adverse Analytical Finding by the laboratory and therefore a TUE is also required for the threshold substance when applicable.

M1 ENHANCEMENT OF OXYGEN TRANSFER
Minor changes have been made to the wording of this section to ensure consistency of style and structure.

M2 CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL MANIPULATION
M2.2: Attention is drawn to the fact that medical information is provided on the WADA Web site (http://www.wada-ama.org/Documents/Science_Medicine/Medical_info_to_support_TUECs/WADA_Medical_info_IV_infusions_v.2.2_March2010_EN.pdf) to support the decisions of TUECs regarding the use of intravenous infusions.
M2.3: The prohibition of “the sequential withdrawal, manipulation, and reinfusion of whole blood” is not intended to prevent plasmapheresis, a specialized form of blood donation, and similar processes which are often undertaken by civic-minded Athletes and do not involve the re-administration of whole blood; rather it specifically addresses the process in which an Athlete’s blood is removed, treated or manipulated, and then re-injected. Those undergoing hemodialysis, as part of the treatment of chronic kidney disease, will require a TUE for such procedures (and the substances that are often used to treat such disorders).

M3 GENE DOPING
Significant changes have occurred to the wording, and ordering, of this section for purposes of clarification.

S6 STIMULANTS
• The stimulant “methylhexaneamine” (which may be described, like many other substances, by other chemical names) is now included in the Prohibited List as a Specified Substance. This substance is now often marketed as a nutritional supplement and may frequently be referred to as “geranium oil” or “geranium root extract”.
• Minor changes have been made to the spelling of “levmetamfetamine”.

S8 CANNABINOIDS
There have been changes to this section to clarify that marijuana-like substances (cannabimimetics) are included in the List.

S9 GLUCOCORTICOSTEROIDS
The section remains unchanged from the 2010 List insofar as the prohibited routes of administration of glucocorticosteroids are concerned. Surveillance of the use of these substances continues and work is ongoing to develop threshold levels to assist in the detection and management of these substances. It is to be anticipated that there will be further changes in this section in the future. References to “Declarations of Use” and “Therapeutic Use Exemptions” have been removed.

P1 ALCOHOL
Changes have been made in response to requests by the Union Internationale de Pentathlon Moderne (UIPM); due to changes introduced in the format of the competition, alcohol is no longer prohibited in Modern Pentathlon for disciplines involving shooting.

P2 BETA-BLOCKERS
• For clarification purposes, Skeleton has been added by name to the list of Fédération Internationale de Bobsleigh et de Tobogganing (FIBT)-governed sports where beta-blockers are prohibited.
• At the request of the federation [Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG)] beta-blockers are no longer prohibited in gymnastics.
• At the request of the federation [World Darts Federation (WDF)] beta-blockers are now prohibited in the sport of darts.

Malaysian Bodybuilding Federation - Committee members.

2011-08-02T17:01:00.000+08:00

I get so many people asking me who are the people in MBBF. Here's the list of who holds what position in MBBF for now till 2013.

SENARAI AHLI JAWATANKUASA

PERSEKUTUAN BINA BADAN MALAYSIA

TAHUN 2011-2013

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PRESIDEN

Y.Bhg. Datuk Wira Gan Boon Leong (Melaka)

PENGERUSI

Y.Bhg. Mej. Jen Dato’ Dr. Ahmad Badrus bin Othman (B)(Perak)

NAIB PRESIDEN

Y.Bhg. Lt. Jen. Dato‘ Wira Masood bin Hj. Zainal Abidin (B)(ATM)

Y.Bhg. Datuk Ong Poh Eng (Pulau Pinang)

En. Ir. Abdul Shukor bin Mohamad Noor (Selangor)

Y.B. Tuan Ayub bin Rahmat (Johor)

En.Wee Hong Seng (Sarawak)

SETIAUSAHA KEHORMAT

Lt. Kdr. Kamaruzaman bin Kadir (B) (Perak)

BENDAHARI

En. Patrick Chin (Melaka)

AHLI JAWATANKUASA

En.Azmi bin Nayan (PDRM)

En.Abd.Aziz bin Ahmad (Negeri Sembilan)

Mejar Syed Fairus bin Syed Ali (ATM)

En.Abdul Halim bin Budin (Negeri Sembilan)

Tn. Haji Rosli bin Bahnan (Selangor)

En.Roslan bin Othman (Johor)

Mr.K.L. 2011 - The outcome.

2011-06-04T14:39:00.002+08:00

Due to time constraint, I'm unable to do a full write up on the recent Mr.KL Championship.
However, I am proud to announce that both boys representing Ultimate Gym made it to the finals. Mr.Ooi Aik Dean won the Welterweight category while old timer Mr.FAdzil, who made a comeback after a 12 year hiatus, placed 5th also in the Welter category.


From left: Syed Oxzla, Ooi ,Terry Gallyot, Fadzil, Mie.		Bottom , Shah, Faheem.

Kudos to both these guys for their hard work and effort. Hopefully, in 2012 I will produce more bodybuilders that will do well at both state and national level competitions.

To view the album of these guys, please go to :-
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150197214521400.320401.215944386399

Return of a champ.

2011-05-06T18:41:00.001+08:00

As I write this, it is only 23 days before the Mr.Kuala Lumpur Bodybuilding competition held on the 29th of May 2011 at the Arena Sukan Tertutup MOM, Tingkat 3, Kompleks Sukan Tertutup MOM, Jalan Hang Jebat, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.

They say that once a bodybuilder always a bodybuilder. I guess this statement is so true! My one time training partner Mohd.Fadzil used to compete back in the day but since he got married, he left the sport completely to focus on work and family. About 3 years ago he started exercising again to regain his health and stamina and not till about 1 year ago did he decide to make a comeback. It came as quite a shock to many of us as we thought that it's game over for him.Who would have guessed that 12 years later, my buddy Fadzil would be struck with the bug to compete again!

With that, we started on his journey to get back on stage. I put him back on a bulking program yet keeping his bodyfat relatively low all the way. This would allow him to get shredded without losing too much mass as he isn't the sort to carry much size to start of with. So far, he has done pretty good despite some mishaps. My buddy here has a screw in his right shoulder to hold down some tendons that got ripped off from a sudden move he did and then a torn left pec and most recent a left frozen shoulder due to a motorbike accident.

The entire journey has shown that Fadzil is truly determined to make his comeback an explosive and memorable one and I for one believe that this will be his best performance yet. He will be ready come May 29th!!!
Here are some pics of him some 4 months ago till the beginning of April. For his end result, well we will just have to wait come contest day ;) .....
Enjoy!!!

Jan 2011

Feb 2011

Mar 2011


Apr 2011

ULTIMATE GYM- serious fitness on Facebook.

2011-04-22T22:01:00.000+08:00

For those who would like to follow the latest happenings and fun we at ULTIMATE GYM are having, kindly follow our ULTIMATE GYM- serious fitness FACEBOOK page for updates.

Discover that training can be a whole lot of fun....IF...you are in the right atmosphere! Something you can be assured of at ULTIMATE GYM!

See you guys at our FACEBOOK page soon!!!

Animal Adoption Drive.

2011-04-07T19:26:00.000+08:00

Date: 23rd & 24th April, 2011 (sat & sun) Time : 12.00 - 8.00 pm Venue: Orange Wing, LG2, Sunway Pyramid, Selangor (next to Jusco & Harvey Norman)

Just helping a Non Government Organization promote their upcoming event in the month of April 2011. It is for a good cause which is to raise funds for other NGO's that operate independently in saving and re-homing pets that are either abandoned or rescued from abuse and certain death.

PetFinder.my will be turning 3 years old in April 2011!

To celebrate this joyous occasion, we will be organizing a fun-filled charity drive to help raise funds and awareness for 7 of Malaysia's leading animal welfare NGOs.

Feel free to read more at :-
PetFinder

MALAYSIAN DOGS DESERVE BETTER & The Malaysian Cats Care Project

2011-03-25T22:13:00.007+08:00

On behalf of MDDB, I'm posting this in hopes that the kind hearted people out there that frequents my blog will step forward and make some generous contribution to aid this non profit organization in aiding and re homing abused and abandoned pets. Euthanizing a pet is not an option we wish to support, instead finding a home for these pets is what MDDB advocates.

Here are some details of MDDB. Please take a moment to read through.Thank You.

Malaysian Dogs Deserve Better project is a canine welfare initiative spearheaded by non-profit outfit Community Development and Integration Initiative (CDII) and dedicated to the rehoming of rescued and abandoned dogs.

Read blog here.

Other details:-

WHAT WE NEED:-

11) MEDICINES
a) VETAMOL - Ventolin Syrup
b) COUGH MIXTURE
c) ANTIBIOTICS
d) ANTI-HISTAMINE
e) ANTI-DIARRHEA

12)CASH SPONSORSHIP FOR:
a) RENTAL
b) UTILITIES
c) CARETAKER'S ALLOWANCE
d) TO PURCHASE CHICKEN, FISH AND MEAT FOR THE PUPPIES AND DOGS
e) TO PAY VET FOR TREATMENT, VACCINATION AND NEUTERING

Cheques in favour of:
Community Development and Integration Initiative Bhd (654290-T)

and mail it to:

c/o No 48, Jalan Jeriji U8/75C, Bukit Jelutong, 40150, Shah Alam, Selangor.

Or bank into:

Community Development and Integration Initiative Bhd
Public Bank Account Number : - 3151793708.

Details: 019-3576477, 012-3739007, 017-2081844

2011 Bodybuilding events calender

2011-03-25T14:42:00.000+08:00

Here is the current itinerary for this year's events in Malaysia...as you can see, many have yet to confirm dates etc.

Pics from Ultimate Gym's 20th anniversary BBQ.

2011-03-03T19:40:00.000+08:00

Sorry for the delay in posting up the pics from the recent bbq at ULTIMATE GYM.
There were several hundred pictures taken that the photographer, my friend Aremiego had such a tough time sorting them out ,but despite his hectic schedule he came through. I'll let the pictures speak for themselves...as they say "a picture speaks a thousand words" ; ) .
ENJOY!

Terrygallyot.com is finally here!!!

2011-02-25T14:35:00.002+08:00

I recently celebrated Ultimate Gym's 20th anniversary with my gym members. It turned out to be such a wonderful afternoon. More pics and details on it soon.Come to think of it ,it has been this long that I've been in this industry . ULTIMATE GYM has been around for over 2 decades!!! All the big clubs that were once the "In thing" died off only to be replaced by other new fitness chains and, ULTIMATE GYM is still here....and we will still be here long after all the newer fitness chains die off!!!

Having said all that, I finally got myself a proper website. I had one a long time ago but due to negligence on the part of the hosting company, I lost the domain name. They failed to notify me that my account , which they were handling, was due for renewal and so that was history.

However, last year, for some miraculous reason, I managed to get the domain name terrygallyot.com without any hassle. Right away, I contacted a friend of mine to see if he could help me build my website. Despite his hectic schedule, he managed to put aside some time to build my website and I am proud to announce that as of now, www.terrygallyot.com is officially active!

Finally my own website that highlights all my achievements throughout my career and services rendered.
Feel free to visit www.terrygallyot.com

Who knows, you may decide to change your current lifestyle and I am just a click away!

ADAM MARTIN - Myotherapist.

2011-02-14T19:40:00.007+08:00

Myotherapy
Definition: Myo (Latin for muscle) is a specialised form of massage/stretching using deep manual pressure on the body to release trigger points, which can result from birth trauma/falls/strains/sprains and misuse/overuse of the body/fibromyalgia.

The technique for erasing pain is called myotherapy. Myotherapy involves an entity called trigger points. Trigger points are found in muscles that have been insulted/damaged. This damage can even begin before birth.

Trigger points can be dormant for many years. However when conditions are met that could be emotional/physical stress, they seem to light up – they tighten. When stresses subside trigger points/muscles relax. If stresses increase, these relieved muscles will light up again.

Trigger points can’t be seen – yes, they can be felt. The job of the Myotherapist is to de-trigger these points. There are two types of pain most of us experience:

Acute pain – a warning pain – has a foreseeable end, there is usually a time limit on acute pain.

Chronic pain – may or may not have an observable cause. Chronic pain is a condition in the muscles – just living?

Trigger points are laid down, known as a highly irritable spot in a muscle, contributing critically to pain. Trigger points are laid down through our entire lives, firing when conditions are right.

A trigger point is a hyper irritable spot that is painful when compressed. Trigger points are so called because stimulating the point triggers a painful response. Trigger points can be active or latent. Active trigger points cause the patient pain. When stimulated active trigger points refer pain to other areas of the body that are not connected/associated by nerve or dermatomal segment.

Latent trigger points only exhibit pain when compressed and they do not refer pain and may or may not radiate pain around the point.

Trigger points, whether active or latent, result in dysfunction. A trigger point may be reflexively related to, contracture in the muscle, constriction/hypersensitivity in the skin and or local or referred areas, constriction in local circulation resulting from hypertonus and constriction of the muscle.

A myofascial trigger point is found in muscle tissue or its associated fascia. It is located in a taut band of muscle fibres. Normal muscles do not contain taut bands of muscle fibres and therefore do not contain trigger points.

Myotherapy involves a partnership between the Myotherapist and patient, erasing trigger points. Myotherapists treat cause as well as the symptoms of a wide range of conditions. Myotherapy is beneficial when used as a preventative/maintenance tool to keep physical/emotional stresses to a minimum.

Now that you have a basic idea of what a Myotherapist does, meet Mr. Adam Martin.

ADAM MARTIN is a qualified Myotherapist with extensive clinical & fitness training experience in Malaysia & Australia. He was Consultant Myotherapist at the Malaysian Institute of Sport for 4 years under the 16th Commonwealth Games program. Adam is also a certified Athletics Coach and a former professional athlete, who excelled in Scottish Highland Games and was crowned South Pacific Caber Tossing Champion in 1990. This breadth of experience is unique, and makes Adam one of the most knowledgeable consultants in the Malaysian health & fitness industry today.

This is the guy who, on more than one occasion, has helped sort out my injuries and complications. Trust me, you will not regret seeing him! For those who would like to get in touch with Mr.Martin, here are his contact details : -

BODYTECH Sdn Bhd
4490 Jalan Lee Hin Neo
Ukay Heights
68000 Ampang
Selangor
Malaysia

Mobile: +6012 206 8962
Email: adam@bodytech.com.my

Ex-Mr Asia Bujang loses house in fire

2011-02-10T15:11:00.002+08:00

Former Mr.Asia and long time friend Mr.Bujang Taha had recently lost his home and all of his belongings including all his medals and trophies to a raging blaze that happened recently in his homeland, Kuching. Saddened by this tragic news, I dug into my old phone book and lucky enough, had found his telephone number that he shares with his wife. As I am all the way here in Kuala Lumpur, I told him that I will do my best to help him raise some money from this side of Malaysia, at least to help him rebuild his life....it's the least I can do for an old friend.

Anyway below is the article which appeared in the Star papers recently:
http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2011%2F2%2F9%2Fnation%2F8027861&sec=nation

And if you have a heart and would like to help him out :

To raise funds for our legend, Bujang Taha who lost his house and everything he owned in a blaze recently. Anyone wishing to donate can make their contributions directly to his account.

Here are the full details:
Kamis @ Bujang b Taha (Ic no - K246688)
RHB Bank - Kuching - ac no - 1112 1250 101 252

To those who wish to verify can call his wife @ 013 8943174.

All proceeds goes directly into Mr.Bujang Taha's account to help him rebuild his life.

Sweet Injuries!

2011-02-01T17:16:00.001+08:00

As most of you who know me on a personal level or simply have been following my blog, may also know that I have been bodybuilding for over 24 years now. Now 24 years is no joke mind you! It's a bloody long time to be doing the same routines day in and out.

Of course exercising gives you great health and strength benefits, HOWEVER, for people like me who are rather a lil' sadistic, will always try to take it the extra mile in every training session. This is when the problem starts!

I think if someone were to ask me about virtually any sort of problem they are experiencing due to weight training injuries, I may just about be able to answer them and give them an answer as to how to treat their problems. Why? Cos' I've been there in most cases!

Anyway, back in 2009, i had torn my hamstrings in 2 places...read article HERE. I had to undergo treatment at the ISTITUTE SUKAN NEGARA(ISN) and they did a rather good job at rehabilitating my injuries. For that I am grateful for their services. All along though, I had another problem but somehow it reared it's ugly head recently. I progressively got worse over the weeks in Jan 2011.

The problem was, me being unable to walk up any staircase, press the car clutch and obviously not work on my legs. The pain would be quite excruciating when the knees were bent at a certain halfway point rendering the entire leg hopeless. Now this was beginning to alarm me for I was really unable to train now let alone do normal daily stuff. So, naturally, where do I seek help? The people from ISN that had treated my torn hamstrings before.

They ran some tests and did some assessment to determine the root of my problem and concluded that the entire problem resulted from a hip displacement which caused the muscles and fascia to run out of proper alignment. So of course, I attended physio for almost 3 weeks. They reckon I needed to do a lot of stretching, something I would freely admit to NOT doing on a regular basis. Well after 3 weeks of therapy, guess what? The problem did not improve! That's right, NO real improvements. So at this point I was getting rather worried and frustrated.

My next move was to call up an old friend who used to work at ISN, a sports therapist as well except his field is a bit different from the others. He name is Adam Martin and he is a Myotherapist. I have seen him twice thus far and VOILA! 95% of my acute knee pain is gone. He addressed the issue like a pro...well...he IS a pro...LOL! He is perhaps the only certified myotherapist in Malaysia and let me tell you something people..if you have some sort of chronic pain in your joints and muscles, and when physio and chiros aren't doing you much good, when doctors tell you that you need surgery, try Adam out first!!! He has a god given gift that, in my opinion, would solve most if not all of your problems.

Of course he doesn't come cheap, fees are a bit on the premium end BUT wouldn't you be happier having to pay his fees and get sorted out once and for all than to be running around like some headless chicken consulting all sorts of specialists and eventually end up spending more AND still living in pain? I know I would rather pay the fees and be done with it!

Who is and how can you reach Adam Martin? Well, stay tuned for my next post as I will be bringing you a little bit more information about what is a myotherapist and about this fine gentleman who has those god given hands, so tune in again soon!

2011 forumers gathering.

2011-01-31T18:50:00.001+08:00

It was a rainy and gloomy 30th of Jan 2011 - Sun at about 12.00 noon when a whole bunch of forum members from both PROBUFFEDBODIES and BINABADAN FORUMER gathered at Satay Haji Samuri along the Taman Melati hiway towards Karak for the first time for this year 2011.

A few years ago, I created a fitness and bodybuilding forum called PROBUFFEDBODIES which addressed mainly in english and shortly after that BINABADAN FORUMER was created for the malay speaking crowd. Members would often cross over and share thoughts and ideas. Since then, both our forums have had a very good repo with one another.

Although many members are not active in both forums, the ones that are are the ones that has gained much from this whole deal, not only learning a lot about fitness related topics but has also gained many new good friends. For those who feel as though these gatherings are a waste of time, or if they feel as though the crowd here are below you, they are sooo wrong!!!

We have many good people in these 2 forums and i guess just as the old saying goes, "Birds of a feather flock together!" hold so much truth to it. I am glad to be a part of this ever growing "family" and would so love to see our forums being one of the many close knit community that exists out there.

So, if you are still not a part of these 2 forums, I'd suggest you give it a try...afterall it is FREE and if you feel that these people are just not quite your cup of tea, well, you can always pull out....BUT give it a go first.

ULTIMATE GYM - Celebrating 20 years of service.

2011-01-19T21:01:00.005+08:00

Today, the 19th of Jan 2011, Wednesday evening, as I sat at the restaurant below my gym having a short break, drinking a glass of lemon barley, pondering on the things I've done and achieved and what other stuff I have in mind that I want to accomplish, it hit me that, I started ULTIMATE GYM exactly 20 years ago this month!

I may have some older pictures of me back in the day when Ultimate Gym was first set up but that's another story. This gym has come such a long way with so many trials and tribulation and is still here to serve the general public seeking a decent gym to go to. God willing, ULTIMATE GYM will expand it's business and continue to keep it's doors open to those seeking a place to exercise and socialize.

For those who have been a part of the ULTIMATE GYM family, I would like to extend my appreciation and many thanks for continually supporting my gym.

Here's to many more years of health, wealth and friendship!

THANK YOU EVERYBODY!!!

Brawn of a new day.

2011-01-17T15:11:00.002+08:00

Here is a quick link to the recent Star Publications dated 17th Jan 2011 on my girl Lilian Tan on her background and accomplishments and also future plans.
Enjoy the article folks.

http://thestar.com.my/lifestyle/story.asp?file=/2011/1/17/lifefocus/7747920&sec=lifefocus

PROBUFFEDBODIES FORUM - revisited.

2011-01-06T21:13:00.001+08:00

Years ago i toyed around with the idea of starting up a forum for us folks here in Malaysia (or anyone else for the matter) covering mainly health and bodybuilding related topics mainly in Malaysia. What started out as a little hobby of mine slowly grew into quite a busy forum for a while.

I started this forum precisely on the 15th of Aug 2007 at 04:17 pm...so the data says LOL! There were high traffic moments and some seriously dry days here, never the less it has contributed some pretty good articles and pointers to many out there who were...well...pretty much in there to extract information rather than contribute anything. It has been slow as of late, partly due to the lack of interaction by members and the fact that there hasn't been many interesting happenings around.

Well, no worries, I'm very sure things will start to pick up again as it always does so you folks out there who would love to be part of a community that shares the same interest, do not hesitate to pay PROBUFFEDBODIES a visit and register as a member.

One can never learn enough ; )
See you guys there!

We Love Way of Life!!

2011-01-04T13:37:00.001+08:00

This was what i received in my email today. Not bad...who would have thought that someday my blog "Way Of Life" would be hand picked to be one of the Top 30 favourites for weight lifting blogs.

Just checkout their link here:-

http://www.guidetoonlineschools.com/library/best-weight-lifting-blogs

This is the email i copy and pasted.

We Love Way of Life!!

Tuesday, January 4, 2011 2:33 AM

From:

"Cate Newton"

Add sender to Contacts

To:

tgallyot@yahoo.com

Hi Terry Gallyot,
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I would really appreciate your feedback on our list. We have created a badge that you are welcome to use anywhere on your site. It is a great way to let your readers know you have been recognized. You will find it at the bottom of the list. Simply copy and paste the provided HTML snippet from our page to any place on your site.
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Interview With Power Couple, Terry Gallyot And Lilian Tan

2010-12-21T20:27:00.003+08:00

Interview With Power Couple, Terry Gallyot And Lilian Tan
Written by: Lai Wee Kiat | Date: Dec 20, 2010

Lilian Tan and Terry Gallyot are certainly a power couple (They are currently engaged to each other). The former has won four ladies’ bodybuilding contest and the latter has won countless bodybuilding titles, which he couldn’t keep track of, including a Mr Asia title. Read on to find out what these two veterans think about the sport and their steps to success.

Lilian Tan and Terry Gallyot are certainly a power couple (They are currently engaged to each other). The former has won four ladies’ bodybuilding contest and the latter has won countless bodybuilding titles, which he couldn’t keep track of, including a Mr Asia title. Read on to find out what these two veterans think about the sport and their steps to success.

Wee Kiat: Hi guys. So, what got you two into bodybuilding? How old were you then?

Lilian: Oh! Oh! I want to answer this for Terry! When Terry was like 3, he saw some super hero cartoon and was inspired by it. Ok, that’s all I know. I suck. Haha.

Terry: Haha. I always like the strong and muscular physique like the Hulk, Spiderman, etc. Plus, my uncle and cousin were into bodybuilding, so I guess it’s in the genes. Then after a few years of learning the tricks of the trade, I joined a gym when I’m old enough and started training seriously. I never intended to compete but I wanted to see how far I can go.

Lilian: As for me, I got into bodybuilding (and not physique contest) by accident. I was a sick child and in my early teens, I picked up swimming until I was in college in Palomar College, California. One day, the pool was under renovation but I was restless and needed to be active. So my aunt introduced me to the gym and I got a great membership offer. I started with lots of cardio and by the time the pool was renovated, I lost almost 20lbs! But a trainer took my body fat test and it turned out that my body fat percentage did not drop! So I lifted and got stronger. I could even see my biceps popping and would prolong my tooth-brushing in the morning to look at them. Someone told me that I should compete. Then, after watching my first bodybuilding contest, Mr Penang, I decided to compete.

Wee Kiat: I see. What is your track record to date?

Terry: I have too many to remember actually. I’ll just list down the highlights of my career. I got a silver in Mr Commonwealth 98’, I placed first in Mr Asia, top 15 in the World Championships and won a number of local contests.

Lilian: I’ve won the International Natural Bodybuilding Association (INBA) Ms San Diego twice in the women’s bodybuilding category; I got 2^nd in the IFBB San Diego Border States and I won the INBA Ms USA. The Ms USA qualified me to the Natural Olympia, where I wanted to represent Malaysia but I wasn’t allowed to by the Malaysian bodybuilding federation because female bodybuilding was banned in Malaysia. So I represented USA and got silver in the amateur category and 3^rd in the professional category. After that, I took a long break until 2010, which is when I competed in the Multi Asians in Singapore and got 3^rd in the women physique’s category.

Wee Kiat: So tell me, how did both of you met?

Lilian: An official actually gave me Terry’s number and told me to call him about representing Malaysia in Muscle Mania.

Terry: Yes, I remember that time. She was like, “I AM LILIAN TAN! I WANT TO REPRESENT MALAYSIA!” Hahaha!

Lilian: No I wasn’t! Anyway, in 2009 I finally got a Facebook account and I added Terry on it. Then, we started chatting and chatting. Honestly, I was trying to avoid him on Facebook because he kept talking about bodybuilding and during that time, I didn’t really train much and was over it. And after more and more chatting, he went, “Why don’t you come home and marry me?” To me, that was psycho! I thought that he was insane! So I told him, “I must have a good reason to come all the way back to Malaysia”. So we kept on chatting and our relationship became serious from March 2009 onwards. We were practically dating online and after that, we started texting and calling each other. We took the effort to go online at a fixed time because of the 16 hours difference between our time zones. On the phone, we chat for up to six hours! My phone bills skyrocketed during that time. After all this, suddenly, the idea of marrying Terry was closer to reality. So I told my mom that I’m coming back to marry Terry and she was like, “Are you sick?” But I did and now I’m in Malaysia pursuing freelance personal training.

Wee Kiat: Wow. That was beautiful love story! Let’s talk about training. Could you two describe your training?

Lilian: I’m more consistent with cardio during pre-contest season. In the off-season, I just do it every now and then. As for weights, I train five times a week, or more accurately, 3 days on, 2 days off. I go as heavy as I can with few reps. Quite often, I listen to my body and determine what’s best for it.

Terry: I perform 10-12 reps per set, and 4 sets per exercise, always to failure. My pre-contest and off-season training is pretty much the same, except that I may use higher reps.

Wee Kiat: What do you think about training protocols such as High Intensity Training, German Volume Training, etc?

Terry: I think training protocols are just marketing ideas to make the creator seem smart. Training is all about pushing your body to perform its max. And you can just follow any routine as long as you do just that.

Wee Kiat: I see. Do you have any advice to the younger guys who are planning to get into bodybuilding?

Terry: Study hard, get a real job and bodybuild as a hobby.

Lilian: I noticed that Malaysia got into weight training only recently. However, most ladies only perform cardio workout, which isn’t optimal. They should weight train too instead of misinterpreting that weights will make the bulky. And in general, women should be more conscious of their health.

Wee Kiat: Thanks for your time Terry and Lilian.

In great shape to take on the world

2010-11-15T14:38:00.006+08:00

This is an article on my woman Lilian Tan which was recently published in the Star papers dated 15th Nov 2010. Finally some recognition for women who carries the Malaysian flag high and proud in international events.

Lilian Tan - center, Terry Gallyot - in blue.

In great shape to take on the world

By RONNIE OH
north@thestar.com.my

IT is quite rare find a woman involved in a men's sport like body building.
Penang-born Lilian Tan is one such woman who stumbled into the sport by accident.
Despite having to endure the pain she had to put her muscles through just to excel in the sport, her determination and eagerness to make the country proud had paid off, more than 20 years after she decided to take up the sport seriously.

She became the first Malaysian woman to take part in a major competition namely the South East Asian, Asian & World Bodybuilding & Physique Sports Championship which was held in Singapore last month.
Lilian, a freelance International Sports Sciences Association certified fitness trainer in Penang, flexed her muscles to third placing in not one, but two levels of competition.
She walked away with the bronze medals at the Asian level competition and also the World Women Model Physique 160cm category.

"It was like a dream come true as until recently, women's bodybuilding was banned in Malaysia due to some opposition by the religious department which deemed the sport as inappropriate.
"This forced me to represent the United States in the Woman's Bodybuilding Open category and Professional category, finishing with a silver and a bronze respectively in 2004.
"But after a six-year lapse, my dream of representing Malaysia at an international level took a twist. I was thrilled to learn that women today are no longer banned from participating," she said.
Lilian explained that instead of bodybuilding, women are allowed to feature in the fitness and physique category.

"I did not have much time to prepare for the event, since the invitation came six weeks before the actual event but this did not stop me from grabbing the chance to don national colours."
Lilian attributed her success to former Mr Asia Terry Gallyot, who was also six time Mr Malaysia, as the tips she received were invaluable.

Her success has put the country on the world's bodybuilding map and this serves as a "warning" to renowned Asian countries like Thailand, South Korea, Indonesia and even China, that Malaysia is ready to end their dominance.

She said she was close to tears when she came to know that she had won the bronze medals, adding that she felt so proud to be able to help Malaysia gain recognition in the women's category at the Asian and World level.

Her feats are made even more memorable as swimming was her first love.
Lilian, who went to the United States to pursue her academic and swimming careers, saw her life taking a sudden twist when her varsity pool in San Diego had to undergo renovation.

Determined to maintain her level of fitness as a competitive swimmer in her high school days, this prompted Lilian to go to the gymnasium for her daily workout routines.
It was there that she was coaxed into taking up bodybuilding as she had been blessed with the physique of what a bodybuilder needs.

Initially, she was not convinced but she slowly grew to like workouts. The transition to bodybuilding was made easier since she had a competitive background in swimming.

The string of titles which followed subsequently, served as a boost for Lilian to venture further into the sport, with the highlight of her new found "love" unfolded in 2004.
Her success in capturing the overall crown in the Miss USA Natural paved her way to the International Natural Body-building Association Pro Card, an award which recognises her as a qualified trainer.

It was only last year, after a residing in Califonia for 20 years, that Lilian decided to pack her bags and head home, just to be closer to her family and as well as to begin a new chapter of her romance with bodybuilding.
With the two international medals in her collection, she is looking forward to her new goal.

She is planning to move to Kuala Lumpur from Penang to further enhance her career as a certified trainer and help other Malaysian women fulfil their dreams as well.

"Although I am still hoping to be blessed with the opportunity to compete and represent Malaysia again next year, I feel the time is right for me to give back to the sport and country."

Lilian can be reached at tgrwmn1@hotmail.com

ULTIMATE GYM - serious fitness - pics.

2010-11-08T21:09:00.000+08:00

Not too long ago i highlighted a bit on Ultimate Gym by creating a little virtual tour of my gym.
This is the link to the page - http://gallyot.blogspot.com/2010/06/ultimate-gym-virtual-tour.html.
Anyway just a re-visit on how it looks like on the inside real quick (and for those who are too lazy to look around)...here are some pics of the place.

It's really nothing flashy but it does have virtually everything you need to hit every bodypart quite well.
Can I help you achieve your goals?
YOU BET!!!

ULTIMATE GYM - serious fitness - answering some basic quiries.

2010-09-22T20:27:00.003+08:00

For some time now I have been getting quite a number of inquiries about my gym in regards to the fees. So today i figured I should write a quick post on what to expect here at Ultimate Gym, Wangsa Maju, Kuala Lumpur.

First of all, this is a co-ed / unisex / man - woman gym...not just purely for men, OK folks. Right.. now that we have sorted that out let's move on to the rates.
I have a few packages basically.

There's the :-

Walk In (non-member) rates @ RM10 per entry - (no special privileges)*

Then there's the membership packages which are : -

Joining Fees :-

Individual : RM150.00 (non refundable / non transferable)

Students : RM50.00 (non refundable / non transferable)

Subscription Fees Individual Students

1 month RM90 RM70

3 months RM230 RM180

6 months RM450 RM350

12 months RM900 RM700

**For membership packages, each member will be given basic training that entails all your body parts done over several sessions... plus receive discounts on supplements that are sold here. Priority will always be given to members.

Then there's the Personal Training package which are : -

1 Session - RM 150.00

10 Sessions (2 free) - RM 1,500.00

Diet / Nutrition Consultation - RM 200.00

This section (Personal Training) basically is sold by packages of 10 sessions where by you will receive and additional 2 sessions FREE worth RM300 PLUS a FREE diet/nutrition plan tailored to your requirement worth RM200. It will be my duty to guide, motivate and support you throughout the entire hour...totally a One on One session.

Operating Hours : -

Mon - Fri - 12.00pm to 10.00pm

Sat - 12.00pm to 6.00pm

Sun - Closed

Public Holidays - subject to notice.

The address of Ultimate Gym is :-

#12-2 , Jalan Wangsa Delima 6,

KLSC Section 5

Wangsa Maju

53300 KL

Tel / Fax - 03 41436214

Now that details have been posted, I hope my readers will have a better understanding of how things are run here. Of course, there will always be more inquiries so the best thing to do would be for you to actually come personally to ULTIMATE GYM .

Malaysian Bodybuilding History Book.

2010-08-07T17:11:00.000+08:00

First of all, a thousand apologies for not blogging for so long. I have been absolutely bogged down with work, both in and out of the gym that my mind was totally spaced out to even wanna think of writing. I will post some stuff down later on but in the mean time, enjoy this quick article.

Malaysian Bodybuilding History Book.
Now here is a book...FINALLY....that was written and compiled by a dear friend of mine, none other than Mr.Patrick Chin from Melaka. Mr. Chin took 2 pain staking years to compile, to the best of his ability, the pictures and record of the bodybuilders in Malaysia from both past and present era. You will be quite surprised to find out how well our Malaysian bodybuilders did, even wayyyyy back then...and we're talking as far back as the 50's / 60's.
Some of the pages from the book just to have an idea....OH! And yes they spelled my name WRONG..it's GALLYOT and not GALLYOU , hahahahahahahahahaha!!!!

The book is only priced at RM20 and RM5 for postage within Malaysia. Overseas, please check with Mr.Patrick Chin.

For those who are interested to get their hands on this book, kindly contact the author personally.

Mr.Patrick Chin @ 0166993608

ULTIMATE GYM - virtual tour.(continued)

2010-06-21T14:39:00.000+08:00

If you have already watched the video we put together in my last blog, you may have noticed that there was an empty space next to the treadmills. Well that was because it was to be filled by a couple more treadmills which only came over the weekend after the video was launched. Anyway just so you folks know and could visually see how it looks like now...check out the photos.
ps. the stepper too has been changed to a better manual one. Now on, it will be a "work in progress" at Ultimate Gym.
PEACE ;)

ULTIMATE GYM - virtual tour.

2010-06-18T19:50:00.001+08:00

A few weeks ago a couple of my gym members were playing around the gym, recording via mobile phone some of the mischief we get up to and on how some members work out at ULTIMATE GYM. most of the videos are posted in ULTIMATE GYM's Fan Page on Facebook.

We seemed to get quite a lot of positive response since posting those videos up. So I decided that, if those videos were getting that many attention PLUS the number of people always asking me what kind of equipment range I have in the gym, I decided why not make a virtual tour of the gym instead. So one fine day...or night rather, one of my gym member brought his camcorder and did a walk through the entire gym, capturing all the facilities that is in ULTIMATE GYM then edited it with some effects and a background music. Of course we were just a bunch of amateurs doing this for fun but overall I think it came out pretty ok...has a very personal and friendly touch to it if I may say so.
With that, we decided to try and put together another video, this time it would a video of the members training...I think the next video is going to be more interesting!

Well, here's the video...a virtual tour of ULTIMATE GYM! Hope you guys enjoy it!

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 9

2010-06-12T16:23:00.000+08:00

Today, 12th of June - Saturday, another late entry on my update of my consumption of Olivenol capsules. Apologies for the late entry which is largely due to my busy schedule with my clients here at ULTIMATE GYM.

Well I'm in my 9th week on this product. Most of my joints feel much better with the exception of my lower back and knees. However, the major problems ie.lower back and knees are showing more signs of improvements. They do not seem to nag with pain now except after a gruelling workout which leaves me slightly sore the next day. I also have taken some necessary precautions such as avoiding squats and deadlifts or any other movements that would hit the effected areas too hard.

Hopefully another couple of weeks most of the pain would have gone. My problems have taken a bit longer to heal up largely due to the fact that I've been lifting weights for the last 24 years hence taking a toll on my joints. Thankfully, I was introduced to this product. It has certainly made a difference in my life and for those still having doubts, TRY IT! Honestly, you have nothing to lose. If it doesn't work on your joint problems, then it WILL certainly work in aiding to strengthen your immune system.

I probably still have a good couple of weeks supply left and will certainly update you readers of my progress. Till then...... PEACE!

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 8

2010-06-04T16:36:00.000+08:00

Today, June 3rd Friday, 2 days late for my report largely due to matters that needed urgent attention at the gym .

Anyway, this is supposed to be my final week however since I still have extra supply, I will keep updating my progress until I run out of my supply. In my previous posts, I reported on how much pain reduced in my joints mainly the elbows,wrists and shoulders and in recent weeks the lower back and knees as well. My lower back has improved slightly but pain still comes and goes, a step better than before where it was perpetually in pain. This could be a sign of it healing. Kind of like the cartilage being repaired or rebuilt and isn't strong yet therefore some shifting and pressure on nerves still happens....better than having constant pain tho. Lets see if there will be more improvements to the lower back area in coming weeks. Afterall, this is one very delicate area and one cannot expect miracles.

Till my next report
Peace!

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 7

2010-05-26T15:21:00.001+08:00

Today 26th May, Wednesday marks my 7th week on Olivenol capsules. As those of you who have been following my progress, you will probably remember that I started out at an 8 out 10 on the joint pain scale and stagnated at 4 a couple of weeks back. Most of my joints like elbow, wrist and shoulder have improved tremendously....although there's still a slight pinching sensation every now and then when too much pressure is applied on them.

The biggest breakthrough last week was...my lower back! All along, the back and knees were the ones to lookout for. They were the real problem areas. However, sometime last week, something weird happened. I don't know if the supplement helped or maybe because the disc slipped back into position...but I woke up the next morning and the pain in the lower back had disappeared about a whopping 80% . I mean I will still feel some pressure if I stood up for long moments but most of the pain were gone. Now I'm carefully watching it so as not to get it busted again. The strangest thing was the knee...I believe it is linked to the lower back issue because as soon as the lower back felt better, the knees started feeling better too. Probably nerves being pinched as such.

Whatever the reasons for feeling better, I'm thankful because living with such pain day in day out can be pretty excruciating at times. Also I must say that Olivenol has actually played a part in my recovery and for that I feel a BIG THANK YOU is only appropriate. I still have supply for a couple more weeks so I will keep updating my progress until my supply runs out. Hopefully by such time, I will be more if not completely healed.

Till then, PEACE!

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 6

2010-05-19T14:39:00.002+08:00

Today - 19th of May, Wednesday marks my 6th week on Olivenol capsules. It has worked well so far however from week 5 till present, i have not made any significant improvements due to the fact that I was down with flu followed by food poisoning. During the this period, which was almost the entire of last week, I stopped taking my capsules because it was so bad that even plain water would cause me to throw up so I didn't want to waste my supply of Olivenol.

I'm feeling much better now although a little drained still from last weeks fiesta, but have resumed my schedule with my capsules. Hopefully in the coming weeks I will continue to make progress with my joint recovery. As for the lower back and left knee, I feel they are somewhat connected. Due to the weakened lower back, probably some nerves are being pinched causing the pain to run all the way down to my left knee. Perhaps this matter has to be sorted out by either a chiropractor or a myotherapist.

So, this is the status as of now, sorry not much to report as I have been pretty out of commission for a while. Till next week...Peace!

ULTIMATE GYM - serious fitness.

2010-05-12T15:59:00.000+08:00

Back in 1991, I decided to set up a gym. I looked at several locations but finally ended up deciding on setting it up in Taman Melawati, Ulu Klang. Back in those days, Taman Melawati was like the Hollywood of Kuala Lumpur. Since then I've moved a couple of times around this area and finally settling down in Wangsa Maju where it's most strategic.

Being in operation since Jan 1991 till present, and being located within this area all along , I'm still amazed at how many people that are still unaware of my fitness center. So today, I am re-posting my gym logo, address, contact number along with a location map so that people may be able to locate my center.

It is a unisex gym....that means MEN & WOMEN are welcome. Facilities include full range of machines , ample dumbells and free weights and cardio machines.

On top of regular mambership packages there are also personal training services packaged at reasonable rates that will allow people to afford these packages. Call or visit personally to have a better understanding of the services available.

Operating hours are :-

Mon to Fri :12.00 to 10.00 pm

Sat :12.00 to 6.00 pm

Sun : closed

Public Holiday : to be advised

Below is the address and location map of: :-
ULTIMATE GYM

#12-2 , Jalan 1/27F,

Section 5, K.L.S.C.,

Wangsa Maju 53300

Kuala Lumpur.
Tel/fax :- 03 41436214

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 5

2010-05-12T13:46:00.001+08:00

Today, 11th May, Wednesday, marks the third day I am on a higher dose of Olivenol capsules.
In the last 3-4 weeks, i made relatively good progress using the initial recommended dose of 2 caps 2 times a day. My score out of 10 went down from an 8 to a 4 in that period of time. However after week 3 onwards...everything remained the same...no more improvements what so ever. So I decided to write in to Olivenol and ask if I should increase my dose due to the fact that I am almost 270lbs and the recommended dose may have been more suited for an avarage guy.

A couple of days later i received a response from Olivenol, stating that I can increase my dosage to 2 capsules 3 times a day. So since Monday, 10th May, I am officially on a higher dosage. It may take a bit of time before I start feeling anymore improvements. I will of course update my progress as we go along. Only problem is, I was supposed to be on an 8 week program but since I have increased my dosages, the supply I have isn't going to last the 8 week duration....looks like I will have to give them a call to obtain more supplies.

On another note, I caught the flu bug too recently. What I noticed was how fast i recovered compared to my fellow bodybuilding friends. Some of them caught the flu bug a week before me and is still not clear of it yet. I guess this product did help with my immune system too to an extent. Not a bad product I must say...and I am the sort to NEVER praise a product if I'm not convinced enough! Olivenol..well I'd give a thumbs up for now.

So till I update you guys on my progress...it's back to my favourite playground...Ultimate Gym!

Where to buy this dictionary?!

2010-05-06T20:42:00.001+08:00

My fellow friends and readers, today I received a damn funny email. In it had an attachment of a page from a dictionary...god knows which one but it is a solid one! I've yet to ever come across any dictionaries like this one.Just click on the picture and have a read...and a laugh!!!!

What is happening to this world...hahahahahaha!!!!

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 4

2010-05-05T15:06:00.000+08:00

Today, 5th May 2010 - Wednesday, not much to report as I've been down with the flu since Saturday. Seems like there's a bug in the air and so many people i know or noticed seems to be down with some kind of flu or cough. So I've decided to take this week off from training to recover before resuming my training.

Right now I would say that my joint pain level has plateaued ...I'm still at a 4 out of 10 in terms of pain in my joints. The knee and lower back still hurts now and then. I suspect that there are other factors serrounding the pain in these places. I'd probably make an appointment to see a friend of mine who is a Myotherapist. They basically locate trapped or pinched nerves and massages to release these trapped or pinched nerves....instant relieve!

However i won't rule out Olivenol capsules yet as I do feel it has done some justice to my other joint problem. Until next week when I'm back on track......keep lifting peeps!!!
Peace!

'Fish, olive oil, nuts good for eyes'

2010-05-04T16:15:00.000+08:00

'Fish, olive oil, nuts good for eyes'

WASHINGTON: Consumption of foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids such fish, nuts and olive oil may protect against development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a study has found.

Jennifer S.L. Tan, M.B.B.S., B.E., of Westmead Hospital, University of Sydney, Australia, and colleagues examined 2,454 participants in the Blue Mountains Eye Study, which began in 1992 to 1994.

At that time, participants completed a food frequency questionnaire that was analysed to determine their intake of various fatty acids. Digital photographs of the retina were used to assess the development of AMD five and 10 years later.

After adjusting for age, sex and smoking, eating one serving of fish per week was associated with a 31% lower risk of developing early AMD.

The researchers found that association was stronger among individuals with a lower intake of linoleic acid, an unsaturated omega-6 fatty acid found primarily in vegetable oils.

They also found that eating one to two servings of nuts per week was associated with a 35% lower risk of early AMD.

According to researchers, these fatty acids may protect the eyes by preventing the build-up of plaque in the arteries or reducing inflammation, blood vessel formation and oxygen-related cell damage in the retina.

"In conclusion, our findings support the hypothesis that increased intake of omega-three polyunsaturated fatty acids and regular consumption of fish and/or nuts in the diet may protect against the development of early AMD," the authors said.

The study appears in the May issue of Archives of Ophthalmology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

Low-cal diet helps lose weight, ups immunity

2010-05-04T16:12:00.000+08:00

Low-cal diet helps lose weight, ups immunity

People who follow a low-calorie diet or a very low-calorie diet not only lose weight, but also significantly enhance their immune response, concludes a new study.

The study may be the first to demonstrate the interaction between calorie restriction and immune markers among humans.

The lead researcher, Simin Nikbin Meydani, is director of the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (HNRCA) at Tufts University in Boston, Mass., and also of the HNRCA's Nutritional Immunology Laboratory.

The study is part of the "Comprehensive Assessment of Long-Term Effects of Reducing Intake of Energy" trial conducted at the HNRCA. As people age, their immune response generally declines. Calorie restriction has been shown to boost these immune responses in animal models.

In the study, 46 overweight (but not obese) men and women aged 20 to 40 years were required to consume either a 30-per cent or 10-per cent calorie-restricted diet for six months.

Prior to being randomly assigned to one of the two groups, each volunteer participated in an initial 6-week period during which measures of all baseline study outcomes were obtained. All food was provided to participants.

For the study, the researchers looked at specific biologic markers. A skin test used called DTH (delayed-type hypersensitivity) is a measure of immune response at the whole body level.

The researchers also examined effects of calorie restriction on function of T-cells--a major type of white blood cell--and other factors on the volunteer's immune system.

DTH and T-cell response indicate the strength of cell-mediated immunity. One positive was that DTH and T-cell proliferative response were significantly increased in both calorie-restrained groups.

These results show for the first time that short-term calorie restriction for six months in humans improves the function of T-cells.

Organic food benefits a 'myth'

2010-05-04T16:07:00.000+08:00

Organic food benefits a 'myth'

Food grown without pesticides or herbicides should not be promoted as healthier because there’s no evidence to show that it contains more nutrients than conventionally grown food, claims a major University of Sydney study.

According to the author of the study, conducted by the School of Molecular Bioscience, consumers should stick with commercially grown fruit and vegetables because they are cheaper and, therefore, people could eat more of them.

To reach the conclusion, the study surveyed the international literature on organic produce, conducted laboratory analyses of Australian foods and surveyed Australian health professionals about organics.

The results will be published in the international science journal Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition.

"We conclude from the analysis that the nutrient composition differs very little between foods that are produced by organic and conventional methods," the report’s author, Associate Professor Samir Samman, told The Sunday Telegraph.

"Some health professionals believe that organic foods have more nutrients and elicit favourable effects on health. This advice is given despite the lack of scientific evidence to support it."

Dietary proteins critical to overall health

2010-05-04T16:03:00.001+08:00

Dietary proteins critical to overall health.

Dietary protein not only promotes health throughout life, but protein also plays an important role in weight loss
and muscle maintenance, reveal researchers from a variety of institutions.

A panel discussion including leading protein researcher Dr. Don Layman examined the research debate regarding favourable dietary protein needs for Americans.

Layman presented an analysis of studies on weight loss and optimal dietary protein intake for adults.

"A common myth is that adults are eating more protein than they need, but in actuality many individuals may not be meeting their protein needs, especially when they are consuming a lower-calorie diet as part of a weight loss plan. Another big problem is that the typical American diet generally does not include enough protein at breakfast," said Layman.

Research has shown that dietary protein intakes above the current recommendations are beneficial in maintaining muscle function and may help manage diseases such as obesity, heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

In fact, researchers recommend that adults consume 25-30 grams of protein at each meal.

Another recent study has also shown that eating a protein-rich egg breakfast helped males manage hunger and reduce calorie consumption throughout the day by 18 percent.

Experts from the National Institutes of Health, the University of Georgia and the University of Texas identified protein intake as a critical intervention strategy for the treatment and prevention of sarcopenia in the aging population.

Another study has found that older men and women who ate the most protein-rich foods lost approximately 40 per cent less muscle mass over three years compared to those who ate the least amount of protein.

The findings were presented at Experimental Biology 2010 in Anaheim, Calif.

Body Building Grandma

2010-04-28T20:31:00.000+08:00

Body Building Grandma Ernestine Shepherd Bench Presses, Runs Marathons At 73

Grandmother Up Every Day at 3 a.m. and Says 'I Feel Better Than I Did at 40'

Taut abs and rippling muscles aren't exactly the stuff grandmothers are known for. But then again neither are marathons and cell phones that play the theme to "Rocky."

Body building grandma, 73, runs marathons, benches 150 lbs.

At 73, Ernestine Shepherd is in better shape than most people decades her junior. Up at 3 a.m. every morning, she spends her days running, lifting weights and working out other senior citizens at the Union Memorial United Methodist Church in Baltimore. She also works as a certified personal trainer at her gym.

READ MORE......

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/mess-ernestine-shepherd-body-building-grandma-benches-150/story?id=10480184

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 3

2010-04-28T14:16:00.000+08:00

Today, the 28th of April 2010, Wednesday, is my third week using Olivanol capsules. If you have been following my progress, you will notice that I have somewhat had some pretty good progress. Most of my joints don't hurt as much as before...although the more severe problem areas such as the left knee and lower back are still nagging a bit...it is not as bad as before.

I'd say the pain level now is down to a 4 out of 10 , down a notch from last weeks 5. I still have 5 weeks to go so I guess things should look a bit better by the end of my therapy.

Overall, this product seemed to have helped me make some kind of recovery...better than when I was on Glucosamine, Chondroitin and MSM. Only problem now i'm facing is that i'm not as young as I was. LOL! With the joint pains reduced considerably, I am starting to lift heavy again. It's the only way I know how to train to get the best stimulus BUT in the process,could injure myself like straining the muscles. The last thing i need is a muscle tear and at this age, it could happen...so this "old man" has to keep reality in check every so often.

Good product overall...and although i'm not paid to say this, I would highly recommend others with joint problems to give it a try.

Check out my nest report in a weeks time...PEACE!!!

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 2

2010-04-21T20:26:00.000+08:00

Today Wednesday, 21st April, 2010,
my 2nd week into using Olivenol capsules.Up to this point, all my joint pains seem much better. On a scale of 1 to 10, it's gone down one more notch to a 5 from the previous of 6 ...originally an 8. Although it did not go down much this time around, it's still good enough for me as I've noticed my joints being somewhat stronger. All my training seem more comfortable and tolarable without major pain while performing my exercises.

I trained my shoulders last week and noticed considerable improvements with my movements and yesterday i went a bit heavier...usually I start with very light warm ups then work the poundages up. Typically i will max out at only 60lbs on dumbell presses due to the gruelling pain in my elbows BUT yesterdays workout, I managed to do 100lb dumbells with relative ease. Very very slight pain was felt. So i guess this stuff is actually helping.

Well tonight, I'm going to do arms. Let's see how much i can do now that the elbows seem much better. It's a great feeling being able to lift heavy again. I get such a rush from heavy training, plus the pumps i get are outrages..something I could not do nor feel for years due to all the joint pains I was experiencing.

Anyways, the journey to recovery continues!!! Hopefully all will be repaired after the 8th week is up. Till i update you guys again next week.....
HAPPY TRAINING!!!

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 1

2010-04-14T12:54:00.000+08:00

Today, 14th of April - Wed, I am finally at week 1 of being on Olivenol livin capsules. If you recall in my last post, I tagged my joint pains at 8 out of 10. Well as of today, exactly 1 week out, I am glad to announce that the pain that has plagued most of my joints seem somewhat reduced. I would rank it at about a 6 right now...down 2 notches from 8.

I noticed a lot lesser pain in my knees and elbows....however the pain in the lower back seems to have reduced ever so slightly...perhaps I would need more time for this area as there are so many nerves running through that area. Afterall I have only been on this product for exactly 1 week.

I have already had people asking me what the outcome is like...I have to keep reminding them that I've only been on this product for only a week and would need at least 8 weeks to really see drastic changes. That being said, I can tell you that any inflammation serrounding the joints will be noticeably reduced

Lets wait and see how I feel come week 2 and so on....hopefully it goes all the way to recovery or even 80%...I would be soOOooo happy!

See you guys next week then...
PEACE!

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Day 1

2010-04-07T16:40:00.001+08:00

Today the 7th of Arpil - Wednesday, I received my 8 week supply of Oilvenol livin capsules. For the next 8 weeks I will be keeping a close eye on how my body reacts to this supplement for my joint problems.As prescribed, I am to consume 2 capsules twice a day. Currently my main problem areas that hurt are my knees, lower back and sometimes elbow and wrist. Yes I know..I am a walking wreck!!!

Lets me try and tag my pain on a scale of 1 to 10. That way as I go along, we could see how much progress I have made so far.Currently I would put my pain level at 8 because eventhough I am in a relax position, there is some pain radiating around my problem area.

I tell you, if this product works, I'm gonna get Olivenol to endorse me as their spokesperson hehehehee!!!
Gotta go...update you people in a weeks time!

Peace out!

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS.

2010-04-07T16:00:00.000+08:00

How many times have you heard someone complain of joint pains? I'm very sure at some point of time, you would have heard someone either in or outside the gym mention this to you. Typically, there are many factors that could bring about this dilemma in an individual. In my case, it is due to years of heavy lifting...24 years to be exact!!!

Of course some of my problems are related to displacement of some nerves which can actually mimic a typical joint pain. For these sort of problems I usually seek the help of a friend who is a certified Myotherapist. But some of the other joint problems like the knee, elbows and wrists etc.would require a different approach. A Myotherapist will not be able to fix worn out cartilages, tendons and ligaments.

This is when I turned to joint protection supplements....the idea is for it to work from within by consuming these products regularly. I have tried using Glucosamine, Chondroitin, MSM for months but only to be dissappointed by the outcome. Nothing happened! Nada!

Then I started using another product called Super Cissus Rx which is supposed to help strengthen your joints and help rebuild cartilage etc...already on it for more than a month...yet still not much difference. People have made claims that this product is so good that within a couple of weeks they feel so much better...I guess my case is very different because nothing happened.

Of course I've not forgotten to add some essential fatty acids along the way...such as omega 3 & 6 to help with its anti inflammatory properties that relieves joint pain.

So, in my quest to look for the right supplement to help with my chronic pain from wear and tear, I came across Olivenol livin' products. I've seen and heard of this products some 2 years ago and have heard first hand on how this stuff is good and all. So I actually wrote to them explaining my situation and as a small challenge, they offered me their products to try out. All i have to do is keep a record here on my blog on a weekly basis updating people on how my progress is coming along.

Well, my batch of goodies just arrived today and all i need to do is take 2 capsules twice a day for 8 weeks. So guys, if any of you who have joint problems, you may want to keep track of my weekly report here. Who knows, it may help you solve your problems too.

Peace!!!

CONGRATS TO A FRIEND.

2010-03-22T15:06:00.001+08:00

About a year ago, a Syrian gym member of mine introduced an Omani bodybuilder to my gym. He was a competitive bodybuilder back in Oman where he comes from. He came to Malaysia to further his studies and in the transition process of adapting to the Malaysian lifestyle and culture etc, he had lost a lot of size.

Once he trained at Ultimate Gym, he was hooked and he had me help him with his program to beef up and gear up for his competition back in Oman. Standing at about 6'2 weighing a mere 92kgs then, I managed to give him a program to bulk up to 114kgs in about 6 months or so. Then in Jan 2010 he began his cutting phase for his competition which just ended on Mar 18th 2010. He competed at 105kg after carb loading, which was way heavier than what he has ever competed at.

I am very pleased to announce that my Omani friend won the overalls in his homeland this year despite being out of competition for almost 4 years. He was very happy to have won and have repeatedly thanked me for helping him get ready for his show.

Well, there's another big show lined up for him this Dec 2010 in Oman, the Muscat Beach Games!!! I will certainly be on his side and help prep him up to an even better condition than this recent one ;) !!!

Congratulations Imad....you should be very proud of yourself!!! I know I am and all your friends here at ULTIMATE GYM is too!!

CONDOLENCES .

2010-03-20T15:22:00.000+08:00

Two of my best mates just lost their fathers and in a matter of days apart.One had bleeding in the colon and the other had lung problems that caused breathing difficulty.

Ironically, my two mates also knew each other..one is from Iraq while the other is from Australia.We hung out and got smashed on a couple of occasion and i can tell you that we always had a blast.

To Ibrahim and David, my deepest condolences to both of you and your families for your great loss.

PROBUFFEDBODIES Forum Revisited.

2010-03-03T14:03:00.001+08:00

www.armleg.com/probuffedbodies

It has been quite some time now since I've mentioned anything about the fitness & bodybuilding forum that I created some time ago. And since i do get a lot of questions here about these topics, I figured I should highlight to the readers out there that this forum is still up and running and that anyone can register as a member and post/ask questions there. You can surf around and I'm positive that you will come across something useful and informative.

Well enough of me babbling here...you guys go check out this forum...and good luck with your goals!
Peace out!

A Muscle Bike For a Muscle Hunk.

2010-02-18T14:18:00.000+08:00

The interview on me was done a few weeks ago and was out in the New Straits Times papers on the 13th of Feb 2010. The writer also has a blog and had posted her interview with me there as well.
Enjoy the article.

Story and Photos by Grace Chen

Ask Terry Gallyot, Mr Asia 1999, who the real love in his life is and he’ll tell you it’s none other than his Harley Softail Springer 92/93. Of course, there is a Penang girl in the picture, but we will not go there. CBT is not a gossip pullout.

Just for a bit of epiphany, the Harley is Gallyot’s second ‘wife’ and it was very much a case of love at first sight when this muscle hunk set eyes on the V-twin 1340 cc stunner at a friend’s workshop in 1998 and decided that it was time for him to part ways with his Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic which he had been riding on for the past six years.

Parting with the Vulcan, as Gallyot reveals, was one of those long goodbyes. After all, it was the Vulcan that got him initiated into Headhunters MC, a motorbike club. Man and machine were initiated into the club in Phuket and while Gallyot prefers to keep the details of his initiation rite private, he discloses that it is not uncommon for newcomers to have to walk around in a box or to have their eyes blindfolded as they are asked to drink a ‘mysterious’ concoction.

Still, the split was inevitable. Gallyot has no regrets however, as he reckons that the Kawasaki had been the closest thing he could afford at that time and any avid biker will tell you that having any bike was better than none.

“Just like wanting to be a bodybuilder has always been in me, it’s the same way with the Harley. When I saw it gleaming at me in the workshop, I knew that we were meant to be together and the first sign was in the Malaccan number plate, my hometown,” recalls Gallyot.

To show off his new ride, one of the very first things that Gallyot did was to make a grand entrance with his new metal bride at the Mr Commonwealth event Melaka in 1998.

“When I reached the check-in area, there was a mixed reaction when I walked in with my leather outfit and Headhunter vest. I must have looked like a character out of ‘Terminator’ which was a stark difference from the other competitors who were looking tense and nervous,” recalls Gallyot who earned a second place in the event.

Gallyot’s affair with his Harley was no doubt an intense one. In the early days of their courtship, it was quite the custom thing for Gallyot to do a disappearing act (even while his gym was running on full!) just so that he could take his bike out for a quickie- a ride round the block and back. These, insisted this 125kg owner of Ultimate Gym in Wangsa Maju, were orgasmic moments. The rumble, the response of the throttle, the very thrill of riding on a Harley-it is a subject that Gallyot could write a book on.

“The Harley is a sturdy construction of steel, not unlike the Japanese models which is full of plastic bits which can easily shatter into smithereens on impact. A Harley however, can cut right through a car. That’s how tough it is,” says Gallyot

For Gallyot and his iron horse, being hefty, tough and macho is what life should be about.

“Don’t even suggest the idea of having ‘Hello Kitty’ painted on my bike. I’d break it!” exclaims Gallyot.

Not the type who will shy away from intimate details, it does not take much for Gallyot to talk about the more personal aspects of his machine.

To increase performance power, a two into one Thunderheader exhaust was fitted to boost back pressure and compression. The original fuel tank was replaced with a bigger 5 gallon tank and at present is able to go to about 350km on a full tank. That works out to about RM30 for a ride from Kuala Lumpur to Penang. A high flow petcock and an S & S carburetor was also added on. As Gallyot describes it, an extra bit of surge would be a great help especially when it comes to moving a King Kong sized rider like him along.

For better braking, twin calipers have been installed on both sides.

“I thought a bit of added braking power would come in handy when it comes to stopping. After all my bike and I are pretty heavy,” says Gallyot.

He also opted for drag handle bars for aerodynamic purposes and a La Pera Gunfighter seat for a more streamlined look, just so that it would not look like he was sitting on an overstuffed pillow. For a touch of unique subtlety, a special kind of black on black wrinkle effect paint in the shape of flames was airbrushed on the front fender. To give the wheels a chunkier look, Gallyot opted for Fat Boy solid aluminium disc rims. The engine and the Softail rolling chassis remains untouched as Gallyot does not want to run the risk of ruining the bike’s soul.

Expectedly, man and machine had some wild days. In the past, before the running of Ultimate Gym took up most of his waking hours, Gallyot would ride down to Hard Rock Café on Fridays, wait till the place was near closing time, jam the front brakes and spin the back wheels and smoke the place out.

“On one side, the manager would be running up to me and telling me to stop because he was afraid that I would chase all his customers away. The customers, on the other hand, would be clapping and asking me to do more,” laughs Gallyot.

For someone who is prone to such crazy stunts, it is sobering to hear Gallyot’s reminder that at any time, a motorbike will only have 2.54 cm of tyre touching the ground. That’s not much traction to speak of and the risk of losing that balance is ever present.

“If you wipeout, you might kill an innocent bystander. Remember that this person may have family and children. Killing him will effect everybody around him. So just think of that the next time you decide to have a few seconds of thrill,” says Gallyot.

For more bike and muscle talk with Gallyot, he can be found at Ultimate Gym, 12-2, Jalan 1/27F, K.L.S.C. Wangsa Maju, 53300, KL. Tel: 03-41436214. Open from 12pm.

CHAIN LETTER.

2010-02-17T21:09:00.000+08:00

Here's something totally not related to bodybuilding or fitness that I want to share with you guys. I think it's damn funny!!! LOL!

CALENDAR 2010

2010-02-08T15:45:00.001+08:00

KALENDAR SUKAN BINA BADAN 2010
1) Kursus Kejurulatihan Bina Badan Tahap I
    IYC,Bdr.Tun Razak
    9-12 Mac 2010

2) Mr.South City Plaza
    South City Plaza
    13-14 Mac 2010

3) Mr.Aim Point /Mr. Kuala Langat
    Aim Point, Bdr.Sg.Emas
    Mac/April 2010

4) Mr.Klang Parade
    Klang Parade, Selangor
    30 May 2010

5) Kursus Kejurulatihan Bina Badan Tahap I (Tentatif)
    Ipoh,Perak
    2-5 Jun 2010

6) MR.PERAK
    Ipoh,Perak
   6 Jun 2010

7) Kursus Pengadil Bina Badan
    Melaka
    8-10 Jun 2010

8) MR.KELANTAN
    Kelantan
    10 Jun 2010

9) MR.KUALA LUMPUR
    Arena Sukan Tertutup, OCM
    20 Jun 2010

10) MR.SELANGOR
      Klang Parade, Selangor
      27 Jun 2010

11) MR.ATM
      Pengkalan TUDM, Sg.Besi
      Akhir Jun 2010

12) MR.NEGERI SEMBILAN
      Seremban Parade
      Julai 2010

13) MR.MALAYSIA 2010
Kejohanan Bina Badan Kebangsaan ke 41
      Pulau Pinang
      Julai 2010

14) 44th Asian Men's Bodybuilding &
      2nd Asian Men's Athletic Physique Bodybuilding Championships
      Tehran, Iran
      2-7 Ogos 2010

15) Asian Invitational Open Cat For Man's (Below 75 kg & Over 75kg-85kg),
      12th Asian Master's & 23rd Asian Junior Bodybuilding,
      2nd Asian Men Athletic Physique, 27th Asian Women Bodybuilding,
      12th Asian Fitness Physique & 7th Asian Model Physique,
       SEA Men's & Women's Bodybuilding.
       Singapore
       29 Sept - 3 Okt 2010

16) 2nd WBPF World Men's &
      1st WBPF World Women's Bodybuilding Championships
      Bangkok, Thailand
      3-8 Nov 2010

17) Kursus Kejurulatihan Bina Badan Tahap II
      Kuala Lumpur
     17-20 Nov 2010

18) 2nd Muscat Beach Games
      Muscat, Oman
      6-14 Dis 2010

19) Mr.Bakat Baru
      Aim Point, Bdr.Sg.Emas
      Akhir Disember 2010

**some dates are TBA hence not listed**

ULTIMATE GYM - Serious Fitness - Now on Facebook.

2009-12-30T15:12:00.000+08:00

Just a quick announcement!
For those who have been following my blog, it gives me great pleasure to announce to you that ULTIMATE GYM now has it's own page in Facebook.
Just click on the link below or on the ULTIMATE GYM banner to go to the page.

Filming of MANDI & Interview for UnseenTv.com.

2009-12-10T22:24:00.003+08:00

Hey folks,
firstly I'd like to apologise for not updating my blog in quite a while. One of those moments where you just don't feel like writing anything you know. :)

Anyyyyhow....just a lil update on what's been going down with me.
Did a game show for Astro Wrna ch132 not too long ago called "MANDI". It was a lot of fun doing this program. Had the opportunity to work with Afdlin Shauki's crew again and met many celebrities in the process. Hopefully this program gets high ratings and viewers. If that happens then there's a possibility of more seasons down the road. The host of the show was Din Beramboi....and he's a damn funny character...very spontaneous and had left us all in stitches.

I also had the opportunity to have my girlfriend work with me on this program...we had a blast!!!

Other than that, I was approached by an Australian web tv where they cover about everything related to personalities, fashion to clubs etc etc.

Below is a short clip from the interview which they shot at Ultimate Gym...my playground.

ENJOY!!!

The Evolution of TERRY GALLYOT - Mr.Asia.

2009-09-07T16:21:00.010+08:00

Has anyone out there actually thought about what you will end up doing when you grow up? I mean it could be career , sports , entertainment or any other line. I'm sure everyone at some point would have had these thoughts run through their minds right?

Strange enough , I've always liked and wanted to do bodybuilding...even way back when i was a kid. I suppose, for some , these traits are like part of a pre set genetic code or information already embedded in them.

I've always grew up liking strength and power games or sports.Anything physical from lifting heavy objects just for the heck of it to school events like the shot put and javelin and i did pretty well then. But my love for bodybuilding started way back when i wasn't even a teen yet. Watching Lou Ferrigno play the Incredible Hulk on tv then flipping through the pages of muscle magazines and seeing these powerful physiques made me want to be like them when i grew up.

In a way , i kind of already knew that i was destined to be a bodybuilder and after 23 years of doing this, I have no regrets. Flipping through my old childhood album recently, I came across a picture that blew my mind away. A picture that I would like to share with everyone!

Don't laugh hahahahahahahaa....but I think I was about 3 in my pic below.What can one say.....i already showed interest and potential even wayyyyy back then hahahahahahaaa!!!

Enjoy!!!

Me as a kid.

Me 23 years into bodybuilding.

Mr.FusionExcel - a photo report for now.

2009-08-18T20:06:00.007+08:00

For more pics please visit http://picasaweb.google.com/dymen13/MrFusionExcel2009

Gallery courtesy of Dymen13 of PROBUFFEDBODIES official photographer.

MR.MALAYSIA 09 - THE OUTCOME.

2009-07-30T19:57:00.009+08:00

Mr.Malaysia 2009 is finally over! Having to push through the intense training and strict dieting day in day out for 7 months is finally at an end. However this does not mean it's over for me..it is just the begining! I will be taking a short break from the daily regime just to heal and rest up my battered body then get back into the groove of things.Afterall, I have 2010 to look forward to and to redeem myself. Next year, Mr.Malaysia will be held in Penang and to be very honest, I wouldn't want to miss it for anything.

Anyways, I came in 2nd in the Heavyweight class at this year's Mr.Malaysia and to be quite honest I was pleased with what I've achieved thus far. After being out of competition for 6 years, I had quite a difficult time getting to know my body again...it was like trying to balance a scale with sand on each side just to hit equilibrium. To make matters worse, I had to go tear a damn hamstring/adductor muscle and doctors told me to basically forget about any plans of competing as I sustained a 3rd degree tear...in simple english, a very bad tear!!!

This comeback was nothing short of pleasant with loads of excitement to boot. As my 40th birthday was a week before this show, 17th of July, I basically had to forego any plans of celebrating and scoffing my face with food and booz. But you know what?! All the waiting was worth it!!!

I made a comeback and placed 2nd after a 6 year hiatus, had my friends fly in from Australia, friends and gym members drove down to Johor from Kuala Lumpur, had friends drive in from Singapore, had Awie and his crew come support me at the show and the climax of it all had to be when my girlfriend showed up too!!! How sweet is that?! It get's better...when my turn came to step on stage, I received such overwhelming response from the audience where people were chanting "TERRY...TERRY...TERRY.." to the point my adrenaline rush was off the scale. Even the judges turned around to look at what I would call "RAISING DA' ROOF"! What an experience.... I just don't have the words to describe my feelings that Sunday afternoon.

After all that excitement, all of us adjourned to our respective rooms to get ready for a night out somewhere near The Zone. Our private lil' party continued with a lot of food and drinks, a post competition, reunion come belated birthday party if you may. From food to beers to more food and more beers topped off with jokes and more jokes to the point where everyone were left in stitches.

You know folks, my 40th birthday turned out nothing short of fabulous!!! I celebrated it with a huge bang by way of making a competitive comeback and not doing too shabby either, having my friends from all over the place come support me and the migration back to Malaysia by my wonderful girlfriend who was by my side every step of the way.

To those out there that did not get a chance to watch the Mr.Malaysia yet supported me and my cause, A WARM AND HUGE THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU OUT THERE!!! I wouldn't have had the strength to pull through if not for all the love and support I received from everyone.

Now, who ever said bodybuilding was an individual sport??? As far as I'm concerned, it's a team effort so once again, THANK YOU EVERYBODY!!! THIS ONE'S FOR YOU!!!

Mr. FusionExcel 2009.

2009-07-14T20:25:00.004+08:00

As promised in my earlier post, I will be updating you folks about what could possibly be the biggest purse and prizes in the history of Malaysia's bodybuilding scene.This will be the first bodybuilding event jointly organised between IFBB Pro Wong Hong and myself with Fusion Excel Pendant, the principle sponsor of this event and we PROMISE a great show!!!

There will be fitness demos, product demos, a bench press competition open to the public and also guest posing by the ONLY IFBB Pro in Malaysia, Wong Hong. Great prizes will be awarded to the winner of the bench press competition.

We will also be having a sub category in the bodybuilding event such as "BEST POSER" , "BEST ABDOMINALS" and "MOST MUSCULAR" where the winners of these categories will stand a chance to win more prizes.

There will be reporters from the press and tv stations present to cover our event and a high possibility of our new sports minister, Dato' Shabery Cheek attending it too!!!

Looking at the response we are getting, it looks very promising simply because we have already had enquiries both from local from neighbouring countries asking if they could participate in our show. Being our debut event, we take priority in our local boys first. Who knows maybe in the coming year or so we may extend invitations to our neighbouring countries to participate but for now, it's for Malaysians only.

All these exciting events will be taking place inside a high traffic mall, Carrefour, Wangsa Maju, Kuala Lumpur this coming August 16th - Sunday so don't miss out on this great event!!!

MR.MALAYSIA & SOME FUMBLES....

2009-07-11T15:57:00.004+08:00

Well folks, as I write this, I am about 2 weeks away from my Nationals...however I do not feel that I am at my best.I seem to be plagued by either injuries or illness everytime I'm nearing a show.These setbacks certainly claimed it's toll on me thats for sure BUT that does not mean that TERRY GALLYOT is out of the battle ;) !
Here is a short video clip of me during training which was taken by my buddy in the gym.

This year, I anticipate having a tough line up in the heavies which is usually one of the lesser tough class.Many of the younger kids moved up to this class and being so much shorter than I am, would look mind blowing with the mass on their frames.

All said and done, this ol' dog ain't about to let some youngling surpass the "OTAI" !Hahahaha!!!
It's is definitely going to be one of my most memorable competition come July 25th & 26th!!!

Ok, so my original goal was to go WIN the Nationals ;) , then get ready for Mr.Asia in Iran then SEA Championship in Oct in Pattaya, Thailand BUT now all plans are literally in the bin. As most of you already know, Iran is facing some political issues therefore the event has been awarded to Thailand instead and now that Thailand has to organise 2 major events which will milk them dry financially so to speak, what they have done is scrapped the Oct dates and merged everything into one long weekend of fitness and bodybuilding fair WHICH happens to be on the 16th of August.

Now, you may probably be thinking...so what, this would give me more time to prepare...right? Well, thats not the issue. For the past one year both Wong Hong and I have been preparing and putting things into perspective to host what could possibly be Malaysia's biggest cash and prize award for a bodybuilding event to be held here in Kuala Lumpur.

Everything has been mapped out and WILL take place on AUGUST 16th, the very same day as the Mr.Asia in Pattaya, Thailand. And as an organiser, I certainly can't back out of this event that we have so religiously worked hard on the past one year. Too many things have been set up from sponsors to events to reporters for newspapers and TV to Sports Minister and the list goes on, for me to think of bailing out just so I can go compete at Mr.Asia. (More details on this awesome event in my next post...so stay tuned!!!)

At first I was a bit disappointed simple because this was going to be my comeback year and I wanted to do as many local and international shows before the year is up BUT after I spoke to an official in MBBF, I figured it would be such a waste of time to feel upset.

WHY? Because I was told that eventhough someone has won their class at the nationals does not mean he has secured a place to represent the country at the Asia weekend. Apparently, MSN who allocates funds for athletes DO NOT HAVE A BUDGET FOR US!!! Can you believe the crap that comes out of their mouth??? Talk about short of being vulgar!!!

That's not all, MSN only will allocate the budget for those who have "TRACK RECORDS"!
WHAT A CROCK OF SHIT!!!!! How can anyone create any track record if he is never given a chance to compete internationally to prove himself??? WTF kinda talk is that!!??
And to add insult to injury, I was told that if anyone wanted to represent our beloved country, Malaysia, then HE WOULD HAVE TO PAY EVERYTHING FROM HIS OWN POCKET!!!

If I had to do just that then I may as well say I'm representing ULTIMATE GYM and not Malaysia because every penny for my preparations comes from my own pocket...not MBBF and most certainly NOT FROM MSN!!! But NooOOOOoo....we have to carry the Malaysian flag and must adhere to their ruling it seems.

It's shit like this that makes athletes give up hope.So much talent all going to waste.There just isn't any future in this country as a sportsperson...not while people that sit up high in MSN keep making stupid decisions such as the above mentioned.

I'm sure someone may read this and bring it to their attention BUT you know what? SCREW THEM! Afterall in all my 23 years of bodybuilding, I have pretty much supported myself and do not have to answer nor deal with their bullshit terms.

Well folks, i'd better get off this topic now before I blow a blood vessel due to the pressure just from talking about this UN-fruitful event.
Till I come back and highlight more on our biggest purse in the history of Malaysian amateur bodybuilding...
its PEACEOUT FOLKS!

Mr Malaysia 2009 Itinerary.

2009-06-22T14:37:00.007+08:00

Here's a quick update for the upcoming Mr Malaysia 2009.
For those wishing to go down to Johor Baru to watch this event , listed below are the details of the show.

Venue : The New York Hotel , JB
Date : Pre-judging 25th july - Sat @ 9am
Date : Finals 26th july - Sun @ 9am
Ticket : Sold at venue (probably RM20 or so)

Kindly pass these details around to all your friends who are keen to go watch this years Mr.Malaysia.

ROAD TO MR MALAYSIA 09 - THE COMEBACK (6 weeks out)

2009-06-10T20:43:00.004+08:00

Well folks, I'm sorry for the delay in posting up some of my progress pics. It's just that I've been rather busy with work and a lil too engrossed with my workouts to stop and think of taking any update pics.

It is now 6 weeks away from my Nationals and to be very frank , I am not really happy with my progress thus far.I should be looking a lil tighter but I'm not. Then again with injuries holding me back from 100% training and having to manage a business, things can get a bit tideous. Never the less it is no reason to make excuses right?!

By the looks of things, I will have to amp up my workout intensity, tighten my diet further and not get side tracked along the way.

This comeback is going to be a really big deal for me.Imagine being away from the posing dias for almost 6 years!!! So making this comeback is really stressful as i will be going up against younger and talented guys and so i will have to do my best to show up in winning condition.

Many friends are rooting for me from all over the world.Some are actually flying in from Australia, Singapore , Thailand and possibly Brunei and the MOST IMPORTANT PERSON showing up at my comp is my sweetheart , Lilian who happens to be flying in all the way from the US of A. Talk about pressure huh? Hahahahahahaha!!!

Well, I guess this will actually motivate me further! It would be so sweet to win the Mr Malaysia 09 and the overall if possible. Then celebrating my belated 40th BIRTHDAY (which happens to be a week before the nationals) and the victory all rolled into one night with close friends and my lovely girlfriend who has been behind me 100% .

Well folks , I plan to make it all a reality!!! Training smart with 1000% hard work will pay off in my opinion. As "The Terminator" says , I'll be bachk!"

MR KL 09

2009-06-10T20:04:00.005+08:00

Mr Kuala Lumpur 09 was held on the 7th of June and the show had drawn in many old and new talents from all over KL. As usual , it was always great to hook up with friends and familiar faces , faces that I've not seen in a long while.

Anyway, this post is dedicated to a student of mine , Syed Iqbal aka BARBUS who just turned 20 recently.He came to me late last year and was training off and on and it wasn't till the begining of 09 that he approached me with the idea of doing a competition. I gave him the run down on what to expect and do if he was adamant about doing a bodybuilding show. So January 09 was when he really came under my wings to prepare for Mr Kuala Lumpur , which is a state championship and qualifier for the Nationals.

Basically this kid was a chubby guy to start off with so a lot of hard work had to be put in from day one. Juggling between his classes and dieting and training , this boy showed me nothing short of pure dedication. He lives on campus in Shah Alam where food is a problem and finance is the other major factor. Yet with all these limiting factors , he found means and ways to make ends meet on his small allowance. He would do odd jobs in his spare time just so he could get a few extra bucks to buy his diet food and supplements.

During his preparation , running all those errands to make some money , he also had exams and tests in college which demanded a lot of mental focus especially when dieting this hard for a state show.

At the end of the day , all his hard work paid off in a big way. Iqbal aka Barbus as we all call him at Ultimate Gym won the junior under 21 class and came in 2nd in the light-heavy category.

Many of the judges and spectators were very impressed with his showing on that day. He sort of became an instant hit that day. As you read this , my boy is preparing for the Mr Malaysia 09 to be held in Johor Baru on the 25th and 26th of July. This time he will come in fuller and with better conditioning , that much I can assure you.

I take my hat of to you Iqbal for you have shown me 200% dedication and WALKED THE WALK!!! Your win was nothing short of deserving and in future , you will be causing major upset for many who stand in your way!

Checkout some of his pictures taken at the competiton....not bad for a kid who only had 6 months to prepare with limited funds and time!!! At least I think so!

Syed Iqbal aka Barbus.

Me & Barbus backstage.

With light-heavy winner Ubaid

MR KLANG PARADE 2009

2009-05-18T15:47:00.006+08:00

Mr Klang Parade 2009 was the first competition for this season and it had a pretty good line up with many new faces and the return of some veterans.I must say that it was really refreshing to watch this competition.

Although it is a smaller show, it had a pretty strong line up.A lot of talent on stage that day.It was also great to see so many old friends from before to my era show up to give support to the up and coming kids that competed that afternoon.

Caught a few pics of some of the competitors during the finals to share with you lot. I would have taken more if i had gotten to the venue sooner BUT no thanks to my navigator (gym member who claimed to know the way), we ended driving around Klang town..well, pretty much lost LOL!

Have fun with the pics!
Below : L to R Tun Jaafar, Sazali & Othman Yahya.

The kid in blue sleeveless is from PDRM, whose nickname is"GIANT", real name is actually Madi.The kids got talent and will be perhaps my main challenger at this years Mr.Malaysia. He can go far once he brings up his lats, hamstrings and calves. Already have thick and big delts,chest and arms and a decent set of wheels.So, in a few years time, he'd be a formidable opponent. Props to this kid for making good gains over the years.

Come July 25th....it will be...."time to rumble!!!!"

MEN'S RULES - finally!!!

2009-05-05T19:12:00.005+08:00

Finally , the guys' side of the story. We always hear " the rules" from the female side.Now here are the rules from the male side.

These are our rules!Please note.. these are all numbered "1 " ON PURPOSE!

1. Men are NOT mind readers.

1. Learn to work the toilet seat.You're a big girl. If it's up, put it down.We need it up, you need it down.You don't hear us complaining about you leaving it down.

1. Sunday sports It's like the full moon or the changing of the tides.Let it be.

1. Crying is blackmail.

1. Ask for what you want. Let us be clear on this one: Subtle hints do not work!Strong hints do not work!Obvious hints do not work! Just say it!

1. Yes and No are perfectly acceptable answers to almost every question.

1. Come to us with a problem only if you want help solving it. That's what we do.Sympathy is what your girlfriends are for.

1. Anything we said 6 months ago is inadmissible in an argument. In fact, all comments become Null and void after 7 Days.

1. If you think you're fat, you probably are. Don't ask us.

1. If something we said can be interpreted two ways and one of the ways makes you sad or angry, we meant the other one

1. You can either ask us to do somethingOr tell us how you want it done. Not both.If you already know best how to do it, just do it yourself.

1. Whenever possible, Please say whatever you have to say during commercials..

1. Christopher Columbus did NOT need directions and neither do we.

1. ALL men see in only 16 colors, like Windows default settings.Peach, for example, is a fruit, not A color. Pumpkin is also a fruit. We have no idea what mauve is.

1. If it itches, it will be scratched. We do that.

1. If we ask what is wrong and you say "nothing," We will act like nothing's wrong. We know you are lying, but it is just not worth the hassle.

1. If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, Expect an answer you don't want to hear.

1. When we have to go somewhere, absolutely anything you wear is fine....Really .

1. Don't ask us what we're thinking about unless you are prepared to discuss such topics as Football or golf.

1. You have enough clothes.

1. You have too many shoes.

1. I am in shape. Round IS a shape!

1. Thank you for reading this.

Yes, I know, I have to sleep on the couch tonight.

But did you know men really don't mind that? It's like camping.

ROAD TO RECOVERY.

2009-04-15T18:10:00.006+08:00

Well these pictures were taken earlier while i was attending physiotherapy in ISN, Bukit Jalil.The person in charge was very good and had made sure I was taken care of.They put me under 3 different types of treatment.The sound wave/micro wave treatment, muscle stimulation and ultra sound.

It's been about 3 weeks since i got the injury but by day 12 of the injury i was already doing some light leg workout.The therapist told me not to but being a stubborn assed bodybuilder, I didn't listen hehehehehee!!! Went ahead and trained a little bit.Felt so good to be able to train legs again.I didn't push things the way I usually do tho because I couldn't risk re-injuring myself again especially this close to a competition.

Anyhow I'm on the mend right now and tonight I'm going to try to do legs again with a bit more intensity and see how things go.My check up with the doctor is 23rd April and I'm keen to hear what he has to say considering the fact that I have a 3rd degree tear which under normal circumstances would take a minimum of 2 months to recover THEN strength,conditioning and flexibility treatment that may take another month or so.

Thanks to UNO NUTRITION for providing me with ample amounts of high IGG/IGF whey protein and L-Glutamine that i believe helped me loads with my recovery.

If all goes as planned...Mr Malaysia 2009 will see the return of a brand new TERRY GALLYOT!!

LILIAN TAN - INBA CHAMPION 2004

2009-04-03T16:51:00.005+08:00

Back in the late 80's, Malaysia used to have women's bodybuilding alongside the men's event's at both state and national level and we used to send them to international events too.Unfortunately there were some serious opposition by certain religious departments that deemed womens bodybuilding as inappropriate and so on.

It is such a shame that they mix religion with sports.So eventually, the local federation did not want to logger heads with those so called religious people and their organisation and made women's bodybuilding obsolete.Such a waste as I truly believe that Malaysia has some really good potential champions to offer.

In neighbouring countries such as Thailand, Singapore, Phillipines, Korea, Japan and the list goeas on, they have actually such a good and strong womens team that has made it up to such high ranks internationally.

As for Malaysia, I have one very good example.Her name is Lilian Tan from Penang, Malaysia.Lilian moved to the States some 20 years ago.Currently residing in San Diego, California, Lilian was a huge fan of bodybuilding.Coming from a competitive swimming background I guess the transition to bodybuilding came relatively easy as both sports demanded a lot of commitment.

She put every ounce of energy along with a lot of sweat and tears into taking her physique to the next level.At that point, she had contacted our Malaysian federation about the possibility of representing Malaysia in womens bodybuilding and they basically said...No, sorry, we don't have women's bodybuilding here.They then gave her my contact number for her to reach me to find out more about other possibilities such as Musclemania and that's how we met and had a wonderful relationship develope over time.

Now I'm speaking on her behalf to the local federation about reinstating women's bodybuilding in Malaysia.They need not do an open event to public, instead do a selection and send the women abroad to compete and get some form of recognition.Of course the federation should cover the expenses for these women then as it is the only appropriate thing to do since these women will be representing the country.Anyway, the federation has mentioned that they will look into this matter at their next meeting which is taking place soon.

In the mean time, here's what Lilian achieved at her last show in 2004.She won her division and the overalls at the INBA Championship and was selected to represent team USA at the natural Olympia and came in 3rd as a pro.Watch the video clip and see what i mean when i said Malaysia has potential champs just waiting to burst into the scene.

Enjoy!!!

MUSCLE TEAR UPDATE - PART 3.

2009-04-03T15:09:00.004+08:00

Well,

this morning i managed to meet up with the doctor from ISN.He took a look at the injury i sustained and referred me to another department to identify for certain the level of injury i sustained.

The other doctor did an ultrasound scan around the effected area and discovered that i had sustained 2 tears! I was goin "WTF!!!" in my heart.

One tear about 1cm x 7mm on the Gracilis (see chart) located just behind the teardrop muscle of the thigh.This was a small one where the doctor wasn't too concerned about.

However, the second tear was located on my Adductor Magnus located at the groin and goes down all the way to the anterior portion of your knees.In the medical world, tears have degrees from 1 to 4.My tear was a 3rd degree one and considered a big tear.It measured about 10cm x 4 cm.Basically the muscle exploded inside leaving much clotting within the muscles.

The doctor reckons it would take up to 2 months for the injury to heal with proper care and physio treatment which starts on Monday 6th of April.

My competition will be in less than 4 months time so i will have to make sure I heal up as much and as fast as possible in order for me to train legs again.Doctors say 2 months...I'm making sure 1 month....afterall bodybuilders arent like any other regular athletes.We have very good nutrition behind us and that is the main key to a speedy recovery.

Of course I was disheartened to hear and experience all this especially now that I'm on a roll BUT all the more reason for me to stay focused and positive about it all.

My comeback must be nothing short of FANTASTIC! Sound arrogant? No, I'm just being very optimistic.

MUSCLE TEAR PART 2.

2009-04-02T20:00:00.003+08:00

Today, I went to Institute Sukan Negara (ISN) for my physio treatment.It was good to meet old friends there...still working with ISN all these years.

Anyway, I sustained my injury to the Adductor Magnus and Gracilis located on the inner thigh that attaches from the groin down to the knees. The incident happened on a saturday evening but the first sign of bruising appeared on a tuesday (I actually had people sms me asking me if that was an April Fool's joke hahahahahaa .... see pic in earlier post) and by today which is a thursday, the bruise had spread over to a larger area (see pic above).

The therapist says it is a second degree tear (whatever that means) and I would require treatment on a daily basis for about a week or more before the swelling and pain subsides.They rtold me not to do any form of leg presses or squats while extensions and curls are ok but in moderation.

Sucks big time especially when I have gained momentum and the spirit to make a comeback.I guess this comeback is going to be a real challenge on my part with obstacles that seem to shroud me.

Well, I've made up my mind to make a comeback and have made pretty decent progress thus far so it will be such a shame to quit now.

I'm already in full throttle so Mr.Malaysia.....here I come!!!

GROIN/HAMSTRING TEAR.

2009-04-01T14:36:00.004+08:00

Just when I'm gaining some serious momentum gearing up for my competition, I had to go tear a damn groin/hamstring muscle....SIGHHH!!!!

I was doing deep and heavy leg presses and suddenly i heard a "CLICK" on the inner left thigh but there was no pain at that time....TILL the next day!!!! OMFG!!! Woke up limping and sore and felt like the left thigh was over pumped and had a deep piercing pain to it.I figured it was just a strain and with some rest it would go away.

3 days later while taking a shower was when i actually realised the bruise and it got me worried coz that would only mean that there's a tear in the muscle.

Anyway, I'm on anti-inflammatory and anti-swelling medications now so the pain and swelling has reduced a bit.However if it persists, I will have to make time to go over to Bukit Jalil for physiotherapy and rehab treatment.Luckily being a national athlete, they provide these sort of medical treatment for free.

Well, this will definitely hinder my competition preparations as i won't be able to any leg workouts or anything that would require me to lean over.Boy this sucks big time!!!

I guess it's back to the planning board trying to figure out how to tailor a new workout schedule to work around my current injuries.Till my next post......

PEACE!

UPDATED COMP PIC - 16 WEEKS OUT.

2009-03-26T13:39:00.002+08:00

Ok this are pics taken one day after leg workout hence they are looking a lil deflated.Can't contract them here or they would cramp up.Thanks to a cheap digital camera and a lousy cameraman.....LOL!....this is the kind of pics we managed to take after my workout session.

Being on such a low carb diet can be really taxing, but at this point it is totally necessary.Once the body has peaked then a carb loading phase will take place and this is when the muscles will start looking fuller,rounder and so much more tighter.

I can't thank UNO NUTRITION enough for sponsoring me their supplements to help me achieve my goals.I know that without their support, I'd be really broke LOL! Imagine having to spend so much more money just to obtain the necessary supplements you need during a pre-comp phase.....OUCH!

So anyways...below are the 8 cumpolsury poses we took in random arrangement.Need to tighten up the waistline more, bring up legs a lil more , basically get more cut overall.This is what i have managed to achieve in about 1 month and I still have 4 months to go before comp day.I'm quite confident that I can nail my condition come comp day.

COMPARISON PICS (11/2 weeks apart)

2009-03-12T16:08:00.005+08:00

Before(grey shorts) /After (white shorts)

Here are a few photos taken about one and a half weeks apart.One shows my condition just before i started training and dieting full swing while the other shows my condition after a week and a half later.

I hope to keep this momentum going and at this rate I should be able to be pretty ready come contest day.

Have a look and see what you think of the changes so far ;)

ONE WEEK INTO DIETING.

2009-03-10T20:05:00.004+08:00

Well , i've been getting quite a few request from friends out there to post up my pictures now that i've finally decided to make a competitive comeback this year.As I am still about 5 months out from competition , my condition now of course is still way off.

Currently i weigh about 120kg and I hope to be able to come in much bigger and ripped compared to my past outings.No easy task here...hehehehee!!!

This picture was taken very recently where I am just a week into my diet.More progress pictures to come from time to time guys so hang in there if you want to see some transformation.

One more thing that has been a huge motivating factor to me to get back into my best possible condition is a certain someone who has been very supportive of my comeback and has been giving me tons of encouragement.Wondering who? Let's just say she's someone that I treasure a lot ;) .

Ok , so fire away guys......
Till more pictures are posted......LITE WEIGHT BABY!!! YIP! YIP!

The COMEBACK!!!

2009-02-25T20:05:00.002+08:00

A couple of years back, I wanted to make a comeback to competitive competition but unfortunately injuries and financial strain put a dead halt to my plans.
Although not fully recovered from my injuries, I think this time around I will be able to train hard and make my way back to the posing dias.It's been about 5 years since i last competed so making a comeback is certainly not gonna be a walk in the park.

Nevertheless, I've made up my mind to make it happen no matter what.As always, money will be an issue but this time I will find means and ways to overcome this problem.The fire within me to compete is burning white hot.There's gonna be a lot to do to regain top form.Luckily for me, I never stopped training all these years.

I hope to be able to come in much bigger and more ripped this year.With the help of UNO NUTRITION, at least one of my obstacle is out of the way.Nutrition plays a vital role in bodybuilding so having UNO NUTRITION back me up here is a huge bonus.

The first show for me will be the Nationals (Mr. Malaysia) this coming 24th - 26th July held in Johor.I'm pretty pumped and psyched up for the upcoming show.A week after the Nationals will be Mr.Asia to be held on the 2nd - 7th of August in Iran.Hopefully I come in good enough to convince the federation to send me for the Mr.Asia.

Pictures to follow suit..once i get rolling..there will be no stopping me!!!

EVENTS CALENDAR FOR 2009

2009-01-19T20:58:00.003+08:00

For those who were asking me about this year's events, well i finally got them! Have a look at what's installed for the whole year.There are other events not listed here as the organisers have yet to confirm the dates and venues etc.I will from time to time update it on my blog so keep a close lookout.

1) Bengkel Semakan Sukatan Pelajaran Kejurulatihan Sukan Bina Badan Majlis Sukan Negara,Bukit Jalil - 26-29 Mac 09

2) Seminar Kawalan Doping Majlis Sukan Negara, Bukit Jalil - 21 Mac 09

*3) Kejohanan Bina Badan Sirkit Kebangsaan Pertama Kuala Lumpur - 5 April 2009 (tentatif)

4) 6th South Asian Bodybuilding Championships Vanarasi City, Banaras, India & 1st South Asian Classic Bodybuilding For Men & SABBF Congress (Election) - 9 -12 April 09

5) Kursus Kejurulatihan Sukan Bina Badan - Tahap 1 Kuala Lumpur - 11 - 15 Mei 09

*6) Kejohanan Bina Badan Sirkit Kebangsaan Kedua Seremban Parade, Seremban - 31 Mei 09(tentatif)

7) Kejohanan Bina Badan Kuala Lumpur (Mr. Kuala Lumpur) OCM Indoor Sports Arena KL -
7-Jun-09

8.) Kursus Kejurulatihan Sukan Bina Badan - Tahap 1 Pulau Pinang - 8 - 12 Jun 09

9) 26th Asian Women's, 22nd Asian Jr. & 11th Asian Masters Bodybuilding Championships & 11th Asian Ms. Fitness, 6th Asian Bodyfitness & 3rd Asian Men's Fitness & 1st Asian Men's Champion of Champions Gunsan City, Korea - June-09

10) The World Games 2009 Kaohsiung, Chinese Taipei - 16-20 Julai 09

11) Kursus Kejurulatihan Sukan Bina Badan - Tahap 1 Johor Bharu - 20 - 24 Julai 09

12) Kejohanan Bina Badan Kebangsaan Ke 40 (Mr. Malaysia) Johor Bharu - 24-26 Julai 09

13) Mesyuarat Agung PBBM Johor Bharu - 26 Julai 09

14) 2009 World Police & Fire Games British Columbia, Canada - 31 Julai-9 Ogos 09

15) Kejohanan Bina Badan Asia (Mr. Asia) Tehran, Iran - 2-7 Ogos 09

16) Kursus Kejurulatihan Sukan Bina Badan - Tahap 1 Miri / Kota Kinabalu - 16 - 20 Ogos 09

17) Kejohanan Bina Badan Asean (SEA Bodybuilding Championships) Pattaya, Thailand -
14 -19 Okt 09

18.) Seminar Pemakanan Sukan - Persekutuan Bina Badan KL OCM Conference Room, KL -
Okt 09

19) Kursus Kejurulatihan Sukan Bina Badan - Tahap 2 Melaka - 26 - 31 Okt 09

20) 63rd IFBB Men's World Bodybuilding Championships & International Congress Dubai, UAE - 2-7 Nov 09

*21) Kejohanan Bina Badan Sirkit Kebangsaan Ketiga The Summit, Subang - 15 Nov 09( tentatif)

22) 2009 East Asian Games Hong Kong - 5-13 Dis 09

23) Inter-Club Bodybuilding Championships - Persekutuan Bina Badan KL OCM Indoor Sports Arena KL - Dis 09

*Nota: Tertakluk kepada pindaan.(subject to changes)

A Day At ULTIMATE GYM.

2009-01-19T20:52:00.004+08:00

Nothing much to say at the moment.But here's a picture taken at Ultimate Gym where a few of us were messing about being the idiots we usually are.

I tell you what tho, if you have a back problem that needs fixing...then look no further.We'll fix it for you hahahahahaaaa!

UNO NUTRITION.COM

2008-12-30T16:33:00.005+08:00

Just a quick announcement about UNO NUTRITION.
Finally.....UNO NUTRITION has gotten it's website up and running.
Please visit www.unonutrition.com and checkout what's in it.We have also merged PROBUFFEDBODIES FORUM to it so now it's a one stop site. Any support from you readers in spreading the word on UNO NUTRITION out there would be greatly appreciated too.

Well , go check the site out now! Till i write somemore crap...Merry Christmas and HAPPY NEW YEAR to everyone out there!

Christoph "HOUDINI" Kaiser - R.I.P.

2008-10-29T15:36:00.004+08:00

Deepest condolances to Faridah and the Kaiser family.

I really do not know where to start...as it is truly a shocking and sad moment for many of us.We have lost one of our brothers,a gentle giant with a smile on his face always.

I'm pretty sure he knows we all loved him very much.
He will live on in our memories and when the time comes we will be reunited.We will ride together again!

Headhunters family now and forever brother.If you're partying in heaven , make sure to save a spot for us buddy...we will be reunited one day!

GARY STRYDOM - IFBB PRO BODYBUILDER.

2008-09-11T18:08:00.005+08:00

You may be wondering who Gary Strydom is right?
Well , he is an IFBB professional bodybuilder and has competed in numerous pro shows over the last 2 decades.He has competed in the epitome of bodybuilding competition , Mr.Olympia and placed 5th!!!

The guy is a legend in the bodybuilding world , and i had the honour of actually meeting him here in KL in August at the Hard Rock KL.What a rush it was to have had the opportunity to hang out with one of my idols right here in KL!!! He told me that he will be back this way soon...so more hangin' out , a few workouts with the champ and who knows..a possible business venture too.

Gary is also one of the very few humble pro bodybuilders i've ever met too! Not forgetting how intelligent he is..this guy is business minded.Brawns and brains!!! He owns Crazeewear , those baggy pants you usually see bodybuilders and other athletes wear in magazines , StrydomWear which is his latest sports apparel range and has his own range of supplements to boot.That's not all...he's into the real estate business too.Now how many bodybuilders that you know that are this business minded?

Hats off to this champ who , is 50 years old by the way and still looking awesome.Below is a list of some of his achievements throughout his career as a pro bodybuilder :-

Bodybuilding Titles
1984 USA Champion 1st
1986 NPC Champion 1st
1986 Night of Champions 1st
1988 Mr. Olympia 5th
1989 Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic 3rd
1989 Australian Grand Prix 1st
1989 French Grand Prix 1st
1989 Swedish Grand Prix 1st
1989 Spanish Grand Prix 1st
1991 WBF Champion 1st
1992 WBF Champion 1st
2006 Denver Pro-Am 7th

Gary mentioned to me that he will be making a return to competitive bodybuilding next year , 2009.Looking at him that time , i truly believe he will place well!

Well , wishing him all the best in his future endeavours .... wouldn't mind following his footsteps , career wise if i may say so hehehhehee!!!

Below are some of the pics taken with him and from his website.ENJOY!!!

Muscling into the movies

2008-08-12T14:05:00.007+08:00

Not bad la considering that i've not been competing or anything that would put me in the limelight...still got "saham" la so to speak hahahahaa!!!
Anyways , have a read and a laugh at my expense..no problem!!! ;)

Article was from NST 5th Aug 2008.
Muscling into the movies

Q & A with TERRY GALLYOT.

KUALA LUMPUR: Following the footsteps of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lou Ferrigno, Malacca-born champion bodybuilder Terry Gallyot has embarked on a movie career of his own.

After two decades of training and competing in the sport, he has moved on to movies and started a business in nutritional supplements produced locally.

In 2006, Gallyot was approached by rocker actor Awie who asked him to play a role in his movie, Iskandar. Gallyot also starred in Sumolah with Afdlin Shauki.

The 39-year-old Eurasian was declared as Mr Asia in 1999 by the International Federation of Body Building.

He also walked away with the title of "Most Improved Bodybuilder" at the event.

The jovial 130kg behemoth has won 32 titles in the sport since he started competing in 1987 at state level and progressed to the international arena.

"Bodybuilding is a lifestyle. It is the focus of mental will and physical ability to reach one's potential," said Gallyot when asked what the last 21 years of training meant to him.

The five-time Mr Malaysia said: "My quest was to reach my potential in terms of fitness and physical strength and to realise this, I chose bodybuilding."

Apart from muscling into the acting scene, Gallyot is focusing on his own training centre known as The Ultimate Gym in Wangsa Maju.

"My joy now is to train others to be fit and reach their goals whether it be weight reduction, bodybuilding or other wellness programmes."

Q: How did you get started in bodybuilding?

A: I remember that when I was three years old, my father took the family to the zoo. I stood on the barriers of the lion cage and posed like a bodybuilder.
Since then, muscular physique has intrigued me and I started training with weights at home. I started training seriously after completing my SPM in 1987 and joining a gym in Kuala Lumpur.

Some years later, at the launch of another gym, I was approached by bodybuilding official Datuk Paul Chua who urged me to compete.

Although I was not training for competition then, my joy came from seeing my body being transformed into what I visualised in terms of getting big.
I started reading many books on bodybuilding and nutrition and coupled with my idol Arnold Schwarzenegger's videos on bodybuilding, I learnt many techniques to improve.
I coached myself as I believe that no one knows his own body better than anybody else.Because of my movie roles and business commitment, I have put off competing for a while.

Q: You have embarked on an acting career, how did you get involved?

A: It all started when Awie approached me in 2003 to act with him in his movie Iskandar. I have done many commercials, telemovies and sitcoms.
I had also acted with Afdlin Shauki in Sumolah which was my biggest role to date.There were acting offers for me but due to my business commitments, I had to turn them down.

Q: Tell us about your childhood and your family?

A: I was born in Bandar Hilir, Malacca. I studied at quite a number of primary and secondary schools as my father was working as a heavy machinery technician with Pernas Constrcution, and was transferred many times across the country.
I completed my SPM at Setapak High School and went on to do my A-Level at a local college in the city. I have a younger brother and a younger sister.

Q: What titles have you won?

A: My greatest achievement was winning the Mr Asia title in 1999 and being listed in the top 15 in the Mr Universe competition in 2000 in the heavyweight category. Since 1987, I won a total of 30 titles from state to national and international levels.

Q: What is your training regime like?

A: I train six days and rest one day every week. In bodybuilding, it is 70 per cent nutrition and 30 per cent training, so eating right is very important to me. Bodybuilding is a lifestyle.

Q: Bodybuilding has been tainted by claims of steroids. What is your view of drugs in sports?

A: The use of drugs is prevalent in many sports. In a survey by Time magazine, bodybuilding was not among the top 10 sports for drugs abuse. I feel that one has to be responsible for one's actions as there are adverse health risks, let alone being banned from the sport.

Q: What motivates you?

A: Personal satisfaction. Since young, I have a picture in my mind of what I wanted to look like and I worked hard to achieve it. Being a competitive bodybuilder was a bonus, I guess.

Q: When did you start Ultimate Gym and what are its facilities?

A: I opened the gym 18 years ago. It provides aerobic and anaerobic exercises, and has weight machines to free weights. It was difficult in the beginning as people's awareness of fitness was low then.

Q: What are your future plans?

A: I want to open a bigger gym. I have also gone into promoting nutritional supplements which carry the Malaysian brand.

Q: What is your diet like, and what is your favourite food?

A: For any bodybuilder, diet plays a crucial part. I normally have five meals daily which consists of the five main food groups. Diet is more controlled during a competition period.

Q: What is your message to youths who want to go into bodybuilding?

A: Always focus on getting an education first. Bodybuilding is more a lifestyle towards training and nutrition. Those interested must learn the techniques of the exercises and nutrition. Nowadays there are ample sources of knowledge from books and the Internet.My advice would be to keep to basic training methods as they have been proven to work over time.

WAY OF LIFE!

WBPF 2012 Itinerary.

WBPF World Amateur Championship 2011.

World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) - 2011 Prohibited List.

Malaysian Bodybuilding Federation - Committee members.

Mr.K.L. 2011 - The outcome.

Return of a champ.

ULTIMATE GYM- serious fitness on Facebook.

Animal Adoption Drive.

MALAYSIAN DOGS DESERVE BETTER & The Malaysian Cats Care Project

2011 Bodybuilding events calender

Pics from Ultimate Gym's 20th anniversary BBQ.

Terrygallyot.com is finally here!!!

ADAM MARTIN - Myotherapist.

Ex-Mr Asia Bujang loses house in fire

Sweet Injuries!

2011 forumers gathering.

ULTIMATE GYM - Celebrating 20 years of service.

Brawn of a new day.

PROBUFFEDBODIES FORUM - revisited.

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Interview With Power Couple, Terry Gallyot And Lilian Tan

Interview With Power Couple, Terry Gallyot And Lilian TanWritten by: Lai Wee Kiat | Date: Dec 20, 2010

In great shape to take on the world

Lilian Tan - center, Terry Gallyot - in blue.

In great shape to take on the world

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ULTIMATE GYM - serious fitness - pics.

ULTIMATE GYM - serious fitness - answering some basic quiries.

Malaysian Bodybuilding History Book.

ULTIMATE GYM - virtual tour.(continued)

ULTIMATE GYM - virtual tour.

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 9

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 8

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 7

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 6

ULTIMATE GYM - serious fitness.

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 5

Where to buy this dictionary?!

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 4

'Fish, olive oil, nuts good for eyes'

Low-cal diet helps lose weight, ups immunity

Low-cal diet helps lose weight, ups immunity

Organic food benefits a 'myth'

Organic food benefits a 'myth'

Dietary proteins critical to overall health

Dietary proteins critical to overall health.

Body Building Grandma

Body Building Grandma Ernestine Shepherd Bench Presses, Runs Marathons At 73

Grandmother Up Every Day at 3 a.m. and Says 'I Feel Better Than I Did at 40'

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 3

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 2

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Week 1

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS - Day 1

AGONY OF JOINT PAINS.

CONGRATS TO A FRIEND.

CONDOLENCES .

PROBUFFEDBODIES Forum Revisited.

A Muscle Bike For a Muscle Hunk.

CHAIN LETTER.

CALENDAR 2010

ULTIMATE GYM - Serious Fitness - Now on Facebook.

Filming of MANDI & Interview for UnseenTv.com.

The Evolution of TERRY GALLYOT - Mr.Asia.

Mr.FusionExcel - a photo report for now.

MR.MALAYSIA 09 - THE OUTCOME.

Mr. FusionExcel 2009.

MR.MALAYSIA & SOME FUMBLES....

Mr Malaysia 2009 Itinerary.

ROAD TO MR MALAYSIA 09 - THE COMEBACK (6 weeks out)

MR KL 09

MR KLANG PARADE 2009

MEN'S RULES - finally!!!

ROAD TO RECOVERY.

LILIAN TAN - INBA CHAMPION 2004

Interview With Power Couple, Terry Gallyot And Lilian Tan
Written by: Lai Wee Kiat | Date: Dec 20, 2010

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