The road to my first NPC competition

**charger69** · 05-02-2018, 08:05 PM

Cardio and workout were difficult tonight, almost like I wasn’t really here, but I looked pretty good after.
I need to really work on my routine. I cut it from 90 to 60 sec. I was rushing everything. I slowed it down counting to 3 holding the pose and I wasn’t flexing my legs like I should. I guess I am challenged trying to do 2 things at once.

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**kelkel** · 05-02-2018, 08:09 PM

Remember to flex from the bottom up for you poses.

**charger69** · 05-02-2018, 09:23 PM

Originally Posted by kelkel

Remember to flex from the bottom up for you poses.

As long as I do that, I’m fine. It’s when I concentrate on something else that my circuits get overloaded. LOL
I’ll get it, it is just frustrating that I concentrate on something and the basic go by the wayside.

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**charger69** · 05-03-2018, 07:12 AM

Ok energy is tanked. I am able to get cardio out but after I just want to sit motionless .
Almost there. I started with herbal diuretics. I am starting the dehydration process. I will probably use prescription diuretics tomorrow depending on how I look. I need my back to be spot on:

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**kelkel** · 05-03-2018, 09:16 AM

Feeling your pain. Hang in there.

**cousinmuscles** · 05-03-2018, 09:32 AM

The difference between you and the other competitors, is you have a gang of followers hoping you complete every task to come in top shape

**charger69** · 05-03-2018, 10:04 AM

Originally Posted by cousinmuscles

The difference between you and the other competitors, is you have a gang of followers hoping you complete every task to come in top shape

This gang of followers have made a huge difference!

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**Obs** · 05-03-2018, 10:37 AM

Originally Posted by kelkel

Feeling your pain. Hang in there.

I don't feel a thing.
Good luck though charger we are all rooting for you.

**charger69** · 05-03-2018, 10:52 AM

Originally Posted by Obs

I don't feel a thing.
Good luck though charger we are all rooting for you.

I won’t let you guys down! I still have a lot of prep left from my routine to my “tan”.

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**Capebuffalo** · 05-03-2018, 01:35 PM

You are so close. Mentally strong. Embrace the suck brother.

**charger69** · 05-04-2018, 04:26 AM

Yesterday was n9t that great a day. I had a headache miost ofthe day . I cut water a little earlier than normal. I had about 1/2 L yesterday. Probably 1/4 L today. It seems to be working. Back is coming in. I am not going to workout today, just use the sauna.
Its all down hill from here. I am starting with my carb loading. About a cup of rice each meal or 150 g sweet potatoe. LET the carbs start flowing!! YEAH!
Tonight a nice steak dinner with some wine ( to further dehydrate).
The previous week wasnt so bad ..... I can say that now. LOL
Weigh in this afternoon.

I GOT THIS!

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**Ernst** · 05-04-2018, 04:55 AM

Get it, Charger!!!!

We're all rooting for you!

**tarmyg** · 05-04-2018, 04:58 AM

Good luck, you got this!!!

**Capebuffalo** · 05-04-2018, 05:17 AM

Cab you do an early weigh in today?

**charger69** · 05-04-2018, 05:23 AM

Originally Posted by Capebuffalo

Cab you do an early weigh in today?

Registration is at 4 pm PST. I am assuming that you weigh in at this time to see what class.
For me it doesnt matter +40 doesnt have a weight and novice is everyone above 175. I'm not even close.
I maintained 90 kg all week but I did lose 1 kg this morning. My weight is about 198.

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**GirlyGymRat** · 05-04-2018, 05:36 AM

Rooting for you! Have a blast!

**Capebuffalo** · 05-04-2018, 05:44 AM

Originally Posted by charger69

Registration is at 4 pm PST. I am assuming that you weigh in at this time to see what class.
For me it doesnt matter +40 doesnt have a weight and novice is everyone above 175. I'm not even close.
I maintained 90 kg all week but I did lose 1 kg this morning. My weight is about 198.

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Well damn I like that. Lol

What time are you dropping water?

**charger69** · 05-04-2018, 07:52 AM

Originally Posted by Capebuffalo

Well damn I like that. Lol

What time are you dropping water?

I started yesterday. I usually drink 1 1/2 L 2 days out. Yesterday I only drank 1/2 L. The same today.
Tomorrow is just sipping.

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**charger69** · 05-04-2018, 03:35 PM

I am feeling much better than yesterday. Carb loading each meal. My tan is excellent. No additional touch up required.
I sent my music via email so that is taken care of. I am taking a USB just in case.
Now the nerves are beginning to be felt. I have been working toward this for 10 months and it is almost a reality.
I am reserved at the gym and usually do not talk with many people. I go to workout and not make friends. I just found out today that the whole gym (the early morning crowd) is routing for me. I didn’t even think that they knew I was going to compete.
Almost time for registration. I need to practice quite a bit tonight to make sure that I hit the poses dead on.

**Capebuffalo** · 05-04-2018, 06:26 PM

Nerves= 1/2 Xanax bar the morning of the show.

**charger69** · 05-04-2018, 07:19 PM

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Weighed in at 196.2. I can see that I have dried out based on my cheeks

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**charger69** · 05-04-2018, 08:23 PM

Originally Posted by charger69

Weighed in at 196.2. I can see that I have dried out based on my cheeks

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By the way... I didn’t know that they shackled you the night before... without the wrist band tomorrow, no competition.

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**Obs** · 05-04-2018, 09:24 PM

Been waiting for this man gf is watching too

**PeanutbutterDC** · 05-05-2018, 12:17 AM

Originally Posted by charger69

I am feeling much better than yesterday. Carb loading each meal. My tan is excellent. No additional touch up required.
I sent my music via email so that is taken care of. I am taking a USB just in case.
Now the nerves are beginning to be felt. I have been working toward this for 10 months and it is almost a reality.
I am reserved at the gym and usually do not talk with many people. I go to workout and not make friends. I just found out today that the whole gym (the early morning crowd) is routing for me. I didn’t even think that they knew I was going to compete.
Almost time for registration. I need to practice quite a bit tonight to make sure that I hit the poses dead on.

You got this, buddy!

**Richard Head** · 05-05-2018, 06:28 AM

Go get'em big guy.

**charger69** · 05-05-2018, 09:03 AM

It’s about 2 hours before the prejudging. Just loaded up on carbs. Vascularity last night was insane just standing still. I got the grainy look going on.

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**tarmyg** · 05-05-2018, 09:04 AM

Lets get this!!! Booyah!!!

**Capebuffalo** · 05-05-2018, 05:55 PM

The suspense is killing me.

Kick some ass.

**diesel101** · 05-06-2018, 05:24 AM

And we are still waiting

**charger69** · 05-06-2018, 08:35 AM

I placed third in the novice and third in the masters. The novice guys were huge. I can at least say that I must have had a good back. The sound of the crowd when I hit my rear double bicep made me feel pretty good.
I think that I also rushed my routine to the music. I had to make up poses to finish with the music. LOL
I would like to thank everyone for their support. It was a learning experience. God willing, I will be back in 2019 with a new and improved version.
No cheat meal last night, although I did have some beer. LOL. I havent had a cheat meal in 6 months and it is about time for a pizza.
I took today off and I am staring back at the gym tomorrow. I have 2 more competitions in July. I am going to try packing on as much size as I can.

Thanks everyone!

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**tarmyg** · 05-06-2018, 08:41 AM

Hugley inspirational. Congratulations on all the hard work. Now go eat some food, well deserved!!!

**Capebuffalo** · 05-06-2018, 08:42 AM

Originally Posted by charger69

I placed third in the novice and third in the masters. The novice guys were huge. I can at least say that I must have had a good back. The sound of the crowd when I hit my rear double bicep made me feel pretty good.
I think that I also rushed my routine to the music. I had to make up poses to finish with the music. LOL
I would like to thank everyone for their support. It was a learning experience. God willing, I will be back in 2019 with a new and improved version.
No cheat meal last night, although I did have some beer. LOL. I havent had a cheat meal in 6 months and it is about time for a pizza.
I took today off and I am staring back at the gym tomorrow. I have 2 more competitions in July. I am going to try packing on as much size as I can.

Thanks everyone!

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Great job Charger. We are all proud of you.
Now eat eat eat.

**kelkel** · 05-06-2018, 09:42 AM

Great showing Charger!

**Obs** · 05-06-2018, 10:28 AM

Originally Posted by charger69

I placed third in the novice and third in the masters. The novice guys were huge. I can at least say that I must have had a good back. The sound of the crowd when I hit my rear double bicep made me feel pretty good.
I think that I also rushed my routine to the music. I had to make up poses to finish with the music. LOL
I would like to thank everyone for their support. It was a learning experience. God willing, I will be back in 2019 with a new and improved version.
No cheat meal last night, although I did have some beer. LOL. I havent had a cheat meal in 6 months and it is about time for a pizza.
I took today off and I am staring back at the gym tomorrow. I have 2 more competitions in July. I am going to try packing on as much size as I can.

Thanks everyone!

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Kick ass charger! Damn fine job!

**Obs** · 05-06-2018, 10:35 AM

Also bear in mind where you are...
You would have taken Mr. Missouri here lol!

You are in the spot where bodybuilding is taken most seriosly by the most people.

**hollowedzeus** · 05-06-2018, 11:26 AM

Great job charger. Take it easy

**GirlyGymRat** · 05-06-2018, 12:28 PM

Congratulations!

**cousinmuscles** · 05-06-2018, 12:30 PM

Originally Posted by charger69

I placed third in the novice and third in the masters. The novice guys were huge. I can at least say that I must have had a good back. The sound of the crowd when I hit my rear double bicep made me feel pretty good.
I think that I also rushed my routine to the music. I had to make up poses to finish with the music. LOL
I would like to thank everyone for their support. It was a learning experience. God willing, I will be back in 2019 with a new and improved version.
No cheat meal last night, although I did have some beer. LOL. I havent had a cheat meal in 6 months and it is about time for a pizza.
I took today off and I am staring back at the gym tomorrow. I have 2 more competitions in July. I am going to try packing on as much size as I can.

Thanks everyone!

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It was fun following you and hope you get a first for your next shows! Great job charger