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1st Competition!

eener Posts: 25 Joined: 2001/10/12	2001/11/01, 09:57 AM I'm really close now--next Saturday is the BIG day! I haven't had fat done recently but know it's come down. How can you be sure the measurements have been done correctly? When I was first done 13%, one month later said I was in the "same range", but I made noticeable changes, thought for sure I was at least 11%. Starting to question accuracy as well as those who see me are--I nervous I won't be in low single digits--on the other hand 1st show--you gotta start somewhere. Spent most of diet trying not to lose muscle at I don't want to weigh in at 95, so at least that goal was met down to 106 from 109.5. Any new advice from those who have been through this--how cut can you get your last 2weeks?? I'll stop my babbling now--it's nerves!!
ltroisi Posts: 764 Joined: 2001/11/06	2001/11/01, 10:14 PM At two weeks out you may drop a bit more fat but you should be ready at this point. The last two weeks should be spent on posing and your routine. In fact in the last two weeks I increased my calories slighty. Are you working with a trainer ? Thats a big help in the last couple weeks because you need to tweek you balance of carbs protein and hydration levels.
eener Posts: 25 Joined: 2001/10/12	2001/11/02, 01:02 PM right now I'm on low carb until Wed. then They say I should up my carbs, cut sodium out completely, Wed. drink 3 gallons distilled water, Thurs, 2 Gal., Fri 1/2 gallon until 6PM then just sip when absolutely necessary. Now I take in about 1 1/2 Gal. a day. Trainer's a fitness competitor but first time doing Bodybuilding also, says diet is a little different- they don't have to have B.F. in single digits. Seeing good sirations(?) everywhere, BUT want to see more in legs. Thanks for help!!
ltroisi Posts: 764 Joined: 2001/11/06	2001/11/02, 07:47 PM You are right on track. Follow your plan and you will see a difference in your legs on show day. Posing helps too. Be sure the tan is DARK (Dream Tan is great I used it at my last show and had the best tan. The other girls looked pale next to me.)Be sure to cut out the leg training the last week. Good luck and let me know how you do! I took 1st in my first (Fiqure)competition so it can be done.
eener Posts: 25 Joined: 2001/10/12	2001/11/03, 09:21 AM curiosity-why cut legs out?
ltroisi Posts: 764 Joined: 2001/11/06	2001/11/04, 10:46 AM I asked my trainer the same question....she gave me so technical reason and I cannot remember !! Basically you need time to rest & recoup and get ready for the big day which csn be quite taxing. After all you have been working hard for at least 4 months right? Also once you start the ProTan on Wed you don't want to be sweating it out with lots of cardio and training. I was skeptical so Linda let me do some LIGHT circuits early in the week. My trainer was right. I peaked on competition day and my quads looked the best that day. Don't worry it will all come together. Go in knowing you accomplished your goal!!Best wishes.
ltroisi Posts: 764 Joined: 2001/11/06	2001/11/10, 03:57 PM Hey eener HOW ARE YOU DOING ?????????
eener Posts: 25 Joined: 2001/10/12	2001/11/12, 03:07 PM Itroisi, it's been crazy!!! I took 1st in novice out of 5 competitors--totally freaked!! Hard work paid off thanks for your help!! When I get pics maybe I'll post them, if I can figure it out :)
ltroisi Posts: 764 Joined: 2001/11/06	2001/11/12, 10:25 PM Wow that is absolutely fabulous!! I am so excited for you! What an accomplishment! Post your pics or email me a few. Do you think you will do it again? Enjoy the victory. Have a great day!
eener Posts: 25 Joined: 2001/10/12	2001/11/13, 08:06 AM I'll do it again, but want to put some mass on, this shows, lightweight div. was tough and I have some work to do!
spanishgirl Posts: 157 Joined: 2001/06/06	2001/11/13, 10:21 PM THAT IS AWESOME!! CONGRATS!
asimmer Posts: 8,201 Joined: 2003/01/07	2004/02/24, 12:39 PM bump
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asimmer Posts: 8,201 Joined: 2003/01/07	2004/03/14, 09:55 AM I know, I bumped it for someone who was asking about competing.
pimple Posts: 490 Joined: 2003/07/08	2004/03/19, 01:38 PM oh, okay... my bad... -------------- 8.1 o_O http://www.hotornot.com/r/?eid=GEKZGLA&key=RLE