jaymaximus
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Am I supposed to completely shave?
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Am I supposed to completely shave?
Yessir , smooth as a babys ass from the neck down ... What division are you competeing in ? If its classic or physique you can get by without going full blown bald eagle . If its bodybuilding though id be as thorough as possible , dont wanna have any ass or ball hair sneak outta your posing trunks , its a bad look .
Just a suggestion too , id start shaving a few weeks out and exfoliating and moisturizing your skin regularly (I know that just sounded super gay ). But ,You dont wanna get razor burn or acne though because once have your tan on and get under the lights any kinda bumps or ance are going to stick out like a sore thumb. Just my 2 pennies ...
Not to mention that protan and other tanning stains will burn like a mofo on those fresh razor bumps and irritate the shit out of them.
Shave early, shave often and if you’re smart you’ll figure out when to shave ahead of time so it won’t be an issue.
FYI, you can use a electric beard shaver with no guard if needed. It’s not as close but it’ll pass the 15 foot rule if you do it 1 day out and you’re not a fucking Sasquatch.
Definitely, even black guys use a tanners . The liquid tanner looks ridiculous the 48hrs leading up to the show , but if you dont use it even if you have a dark natural tan once you get on stage those bright lights will make you look pale and washed out ... And , with the base coat make sure really get it soaked into your skin , or you'll end up looking blauchy. You may have to apply wash off and reapply a couple days leading up until it really soaks in and stains your skin.Do I have to use liquid tan? By the time my comp comes I could have a real tan out here, or hit the tanning bed.
Definitely, even black guys use a tanners . The liquid tanner looks ridiculous the 48hrs leading up to the show , but if you dont use it even if you have a dark natural tan once you get on stage those bright lights will make you look pale and washed out ... And , with the base coat make sure really get it soaked into your skin , or you'll end up looking blauchy. You may have to apply wash off and reapply a couple days leading up until it really soaks in and stains your skin.
The two things new competitor's screw up the most is 1) not practice posing regularly through out prep 2) just winging it with their tan . They try to get in the tanning bed a couple week out , then slap on some protan (or whatever tanner they go with) the night before the show ... Then get on stage and look like an akward robot that got into into a fight with a paint can , but can't understand why they dont do well ...
You can be absolutely shredded and spot on , but if you cant pose or have good presentation it doesnt matter...
Definitely, even black guys use a tanners . The liquid tanner looks ridiculous the 48hrs leading up to the show , but if you dont use it even if you have a dark natural tan once you get on stage those bright lights will make you look pale and washed out ... And , with the base coat make sure really get it soaked into your skin , or you'll end up looking blauchy. You may have to apply wash off and reapply a couple days leading up until it really soaks in and stains your skin.
The two things new competitor's screw up the most is 1) not practice posing regularly through out prep 2) just winging it with their tan . They try to get in the tanning bed a couple week out , then slap on some protan (or whatever tanner they go with) the night before the show ... Then get on stage and look like an akward robot that got into into a fight with a paint can , but can't understand why they dont do well ...
You can be absolutely shredded and spot on , but if you cant pose or have good presentation it doesnt matter...
I try to practice at least for a couple 30 minute sessions a week. Just get in front of the mirror and start working on your manditories first . Hit em from slightly different angles until find whats most flattering to physique . There are some decent tutorials on youtube and npcnewsonline where it will kinda break down each so you can get the basic understanding of the poses. So check that out and just get some repetition in each week so when your on stage and a pose gets called you dont have to think it through step by step . Just having some flow in your poses and smooth transitions will give you a massive leg up on the average competitor.That's what I've been seeing a lot. Posing and confidence while posing. I may have to take a shot before hand
I never had anyone to give me good advise , but when you embarrass you're self a couple times you either learn quick or end up just giving up bodybuilding and become a gym bro ...Great post man. It’s like I reading exactly what I’d have said the exact way I’d say it. You covered it all and are 100% dead nuts accurate.
Good posing is hard and requires work to know what you’re presenting with confidence. You have to know how a pose “feels” from the ground up when you hit it right so you can be sure of what the judges and crowd are seeing. It should become almost automatic.
You should be able to walk in front of a mirror, close your eyes, hit any pose from the ground up and then open your eyes and see perfection. If you can’t do that then you’re going to regret it come stage time.
Legs are the most difficult for most to learn how to flex and stay flexed. Practice practice practice.
Tanning is really more like staining furniture. You’ll be ridiculously dark. It’s just part of the prep. Stage lights will smooth you out quick if you’re not super dark but being splotchy is just as bad as it obscures your lines.
@LordSamuilo have good advice. Start early and it’s going to take multiple coats. Even the spray tan booths require several coats. If you don’t look at yourself and think that you look weird then you’re not dark enough.
I try to practice at least for a couple 30 minute sessions a week. Just get in front of the mirror and start working on your manditories first . Hit em from slightly different angles until find whats most flattering to physique . There are some decent tutorials on youtube and npcnewsonline where it will kinda break down each so you can get the basic understanding of the poses. So check that out and just get some repetition in each week so when your on stage and a pose gets called you dont have to think it through step by step . Just having some flow in your poses and smooth transitions will give you a massive leg up on the average competitor.
I never had anyone to give me good advise , but when you embarrass you're self a couple times you either learn quick or end up just giving up bodybuilding and become a gym bro ...
Edit: plus im just a genuine fan of bodybuilding just as im sure you are too , and when your passionate about something you tend to pay closer attention to the small details were others miss it .
Honestly Jay, I'll say you likely have more knowledge than any of the "coaches" your gunna find unless you have a real hook up on a proven coach.Another Question, Coaches, do you NEED them to be successful and how to pick one that doesn't just want to see my noodz?
Honestly Jay, I'll say you likely have more knowledge than any of the "coaches" your gunna find unless you have a real hook up on a proven coach.
@fodsod thats freaking awesome that you've been at this that long , and not only do you still have a passion for bodybuilding but are still going strong living the lifestyle everyday ! Unreal man , thats not something you see to often !
Seriously though what do you attribute to having that kinda longevity in bodybuilding? Because it seems like more often than not guys tend to crash and burn in this sport . Either injuries , health complications , or alot of the times just plain lack of interest and they up and quit ?!
Obviously its not a one size fits all answer , but im just curious what your take on it is ... Did you stay a little more conservative with your training and peds over the years ? Or are some people just genetically better suited to handle the stesses of the lifestyle ? Is it all just the mentality you have ?
The reason i ask is because Ive always loved bodybuilding and training , but because I played football in college I never really devoted my time to bodybuilding in my teens and early twenties. And then after a rough patch in my life i really just got consumed with bodybuilding again in my late 20's , but because I started so late I feel like I've only got so much time to really make a competitive run , so I end up standing real close to the line between making maximum progress and longevity ! I know im starting ramble a bit , but what im basically trying to ask is how do approach pushing the limits competitively without falling victim to alot of the pitfalls that come along with it ?
Thanks for any input you have to offer , and hope this question is still in the general theme of the thread. .
No not boring at all , thats a great answer! plus it makes alot of sense because ive actually seen where guys get so caught up in chasing a trophy , or pro card , ect. That they just get sucked down the rabbit hole and start going to extremes and never take time just to live life.That's about as boring as it can get but it's the truth.
No not boring at all , thats a great answer! plus it makes alot of sense because ive actually seen where guys get so caught up in chasing a trophy , or pro card , ect. That they just get sucked down the rabbit hole and start going to extremes and never take time just to live life.
Its definitely not sustainable , and probably just gets to the point where it cant be fun anymore !
Thank you though , that makes me feel better now because ive more or less taken the same approach with training intuitively and then following more of a structured program in the offseason to grow , plus eating like bodybuilder year round . Ive definitely pushed the PED's at certain points but generally stay pretty moderate and get appropriate bloodwork done. But, I for sure need to make more time for "normal" activities , and take more time to go into maintenance mode but ill work on it
Thanks again , didnt want to miss the chance to pick your brain
What did y'all compete in for your first contest? I signed up for novice and I think i'll add sub-masters (35 - 45), but I'm torn on open.