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Who knew I could talk so much ;)

 
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I thought I would do a video blog this week and see how it goes. It was pretty weird talking into the camera...I find it a lot easier to write my words, but it was a new challenge I guess. I hope you all like it and maybe I will do more in the future. I'm sure I'll get better at producing them. Well it's getting closer to show day with just over 4 weeks until the NPC Central Valley and just over 8 weeks to my pro debut in Kansas. It's doesn't seem real yet because I've been so busy having fun...
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“You know, all that really matters is that the people you love are happy and healthy. Everything else is just sprinkles on the sundae.”
~Paul Walker

Last week my wife and I drove up to Oregon to visit my stepdad, Tim and his bride to be, Terrie, for a few days. Terrie is such an incredibly nice, hardworking and loving person and I’m really glad he found a terrific individual to share his life with. As many of you know, I’ve dedicated this contest season in my stepdad’s honor as he ba...

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“All you need is the plan, the road map, and the courage to press on to your destination.”
~Earl Nightingdale

Since my last blog, I ‘ve decided to enter the NPC Central Valley Championships as a warm up show on August 20th in Modesto, Ca. That gives me 7 weeks to prepare and I will be anywhere between 165-167lbs for that first show. I’ll be entering both the open and master’s division…my first as a master :) My team and I feel I have around 10lbs to lose off of my current weight (17...

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“Fun is good.”
~Dr. Seuss

*Warning – After 30 weeks into prep there may be some typos and grammar errors LOL! Enjoy :)
 
Contest prep fun? I know for some the thought of restricting calories and doing boring bouts of cardio can be quite miserable. I’ve come to the realization some bodybuilders place an enormous amount of pressure on themselves while prepping. That can be quite overwhelming and it can make for a not so pleasant experience. Especially when contest preps can last for weeks ...

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“Every day is a journey, and the journey itself is home.”
~Matsuo Basho

My motivation and drive during this prep has been of good balance; neither too high nor too low. I guess having 25 shows under your belt will do that to you. I pretty much know what to expect from myself and now in my 29th week of prep, I feel like I can go for another 29 weeks. I feel right at home and very comfortable.

Weight
Start of Prep: 12/06/10 – 206.5lbs.
6/22/11 – 174.6lbs
Goal Weight: 160ish
*Note – Hit a...

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