This photo shows a good example of the answer to DL's question.Send YOUR question in, too! I'd love to hear from you! -Rory
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Today we're answering mail from the mailbox. No, we haven't gone through the Ironman Magazine analysis yet, sorry. Thanks to everybody who wrote comments and questions. Here are your answers:
Q: I recall reading that you're of Dutch/Indonesian parentage.
A: My parents came from Indonesia. I was born in Holland. My bloodline? Russian/Italian/Austrian. Thanks for wondering. I'm still wondering myself!
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Q: Uncle!!! Its been a while since Ive seen you! I like the old pic! It brings back old memories! well i wanted to send love from the north! hope to hear from you soon!
A: Well, Mister Ripper! When will I be seeing you?
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Q: RORY IT IS GETTING BETTER AND BETTER EVERYTIME I COME TO VISIT THIS SITE KEEP IT COMING BOSS YOUR SON YOU TRIAN DURING THE WEEK, LETS GET IT DONE...
A: Who IS this?? I'm doing the best I can (and trying to do better!)
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Q: Hi Rory, I have a question. You know how some bodybuilders have legs so huge they can't put them together because of the development inbetween their legs? I heard that this is from working hamstrings. Is this true? In any case, I just want to know how to develop my legs so that I don't have that gap and there is muscle in-between. Thanks- DL
A: DL- that's a legitimate question. And you are right- that is the inner part of your hamstring muscle. Along with the sartorius muscle. To develop this particular area of the quadricep and hamstring and the adjoining muscle groups, do what is called Ballet Squats. Assuming you know how to do a basic squat, this version has toes rotated outward, heels approximately 18 inches apart (separation is based on good balance). This can also be done on a leg press. Thank you for an intelligent question!
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Q: Rory, these great vintage photos you've been posting are not part of any of the compilations of photos of you usually found on the Internet. I'm curious as to why they've been withheld for so long.
A: The reason for this - they've been hidden away for a later date - which is TODAY. I've had these at home, and now I'm putting them on the internet. Hope you like them!
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Q: Hi Rory,I am a female co-worker of Glen Banks and have a legit question. What type or arm exercises can I do to help build, and or strengthen my veins. I have weak veins but I need to donate blood in approximately one month.Please advise.
A: What you may think of as 'weak veins' because you can hardly see them, is because they are deeper-lying than when they are found in the upper sub-cutaneous layers. Or it may even be that you are anemic. The way to find out is to have a simple blood test taken. Check with your doctor.
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Q: you look the same LEIDELMEYER with just a little MEXICAN LOOK!
A: I don't mind the 'Mexican' look, it's the 'LITTLE' that bothers me!!
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Q: Nicky Cruz wrote a book LONLY BUT NEVER ALONE. Can't say I've mastered that at all Rory, but what you wrote here reminded me of Nicky's book.Maybe you should elaborate a little on 'being alone but not lonely'. I think it would help us.God bless
A: To sum it up in one word: Contentment.
At least for the moment.
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Q: GET SOME OF YOUR OTHER WORK OUT FRIENDS ON THE SITE "COACH" GOOD WORK OUT TODAY! KNOW THATS WHAT I AM TALKING ABOUT ONE HOUR OF FAST AND HARD WORK OUT LETS KEEP IT GOING! NEED ME ON THIS SITE HANGING OUT ONE DAY WITH IRONMAN THE BEST OF ALL THATS BEEN AROUND DIFFERENT GYMS MR. RORY LEIDELMEYER THANKS FOR ALL THE BEST HARD WORK OUTS AT UPTOWN GYM! SEWELL
A: Hey, Dan- put on a pair of posing trunks and I'll put you on the web!
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Q: Great to see a picture of Joe. A lot of old memories. Not all Bad. Just kidding. Hey Rory. T.T.
A: If you're willing to give me your full name, we could reminisce!
