Doing TAMPA BAY CLASSIC 2011. Anyone else doing it?

[imderek4]

This will be my first show, and I cant lie, Im nervous as h*ll. Even if its 4 months away. Any tips from anyone lol. Im doing the novice lightweight. My dad was a infamous bodybuilder in Tampa back in the days. So mentally, I feel I have what it takes b.c I grew up around this, but I dont think I have the size.

[Joshthespartan]

This will be my first show, and I cant lie, Im nervous as h*ll. Even if its 4 months away. Any tips from anyone lol. Im doing the novice lightweight. My dad was a infamous bodybuilder in Tampa back in the days. So mentally, I feel I have what it takes b.c I grew up around this, but I dont think I have the size.

Hey bud, i will be there, i am guest posing. Hows the training coming?

[imderek4]

Its going pretty good sar far, put on a few more lbs and plan on starting my diet around aprl 25th. Cant lie, the nervous level stepped up a few levels. My father died last weekend and instead of doing this soley for myself, its now becoming a tribute to my dad. Which I am honored to do, and still going to bust my ass.

[Joshthespartan]

Its going pretty good sar far, put on a few more lbs and plan on starting my diet around aprl 25th. Cant lie, the nervous level stepped up a few levels. My father died last weekend and instead of doing this soley for myself, its now becoming a tribute to my dad. Which I am honored to do, and still going to bust my ass.

Thats powerful stuff bud! Sorry for your loss! Just from your few words, you must really respect your dad and all of his accomplishments! Keep pushing, and dont lose sight of the end!

What are your plans after this show? any more?

[imderek4]

it really depends on how I do at the classic. I do have alot of tattoos on my arms and im almost positive thats going to put a bad taste in the judges mouth. So if I can atleat place this show, it will definitly give me some extra motivation to do another one. Thanks for the advice man, sucks hes gone but I cant wait for him to see everything he taught me. He won this show back in 90 and then won Mr Florida in 99 then placed 6th at nationals. Those guys there were pure freaks lol. After that he hurt his back from a fall, and never recovered. Not sure if I will ever get to his level in bodybuilding but I will put all of my effort into this show. The only thing im flaky with is the dieting, I know how to put on the weight and lose the weight in a good way, just not competeing diets. Is there any websites or books that you know of that could help me out?

[Joshthespartan]

it really depends on how I do at the classic. I do have alot of tattoos on my arms and im almost positive thats going to put a bad taste in the judges mouth. So if I can atleat place this show, it will definitly give me some extra motivation to do another one. Thanks for the advice man, sucks hes gone but I cant wait for him to see everything he taught me. He won this show back in 90 and then won Mr Florida in 99 then placed 6th at nationals. Those guys there were pure freaks lol. After that he hurt his back from a fall, and never recovered. Not sure if I will ever get to his level in bodybuilding but I will put all of my effort into this show. The only thing im flaky with is the dieting, I know how to put on the weight and lose the weight in a good way, just not competeing diets. Is there any websites or books that you know of that could help me out?

email me what you are planning on doing for a diet at JoshAndrewsBodybuilding@gmail.com and i will take a look!

[listen2chris]

I'll be there man. It' be my first time competing as well. I'll probably be in the Novice middleweight. It's hard, and I'm usually bad with discipline, but if you want something bad enough you will make it come to fruition. I'm actually tracking my progress starting today. I have to say it's truly inspirational what you're doing. I know the judges matter and placing would make things better, but you have only one person to impress. Yourself. And from what you've said, your father. He sounds like a badass and it's your time to be a badass. In life there's only one person holding you back, yourself. Work harder than you've ever worked before. The contest will be war and right now you're at peace. The more sweat you have in peace, the less you will bleed in war. Get motivated. I'm sure you will do great man. Follow your diet, stick to working out, sleep well, practice posing, and ignore distractions and the haters.

And this is something I tell myself when I'm working out.
"Every set, and every rep counts. Use your mind, and bust out of any wall you'll ever hit. every step counts towards what you want to look like. You're your own personal sculpture and you only have one person to hold accountable for how well the finished product will be. Yourself. Every detail counts. Do work"

And as for the ****tyness of dieting, etc. I'm there with u!! haha let's suffer for greatness together!!! in spirit!

[Jtrain71]

This will be my first show, and I cant lie, Im nervous as h*ll. Even if its 4 months away. Any tips from anyone lol. Im doing the novice lightweight. My dad was a infamous bodybuilder in Tampa back in the days. So mentally, I feel I have what it takes b.c I grew up around this, but I dont think I have the size.

I'll be there as well. This is my first show too. Just started dieting to cut weight. I'm not sure whether i'm going to compete at light heavy or heavy weight yet. Depends on how much I cut. Anyways good luck bro.

[Joshthespartan]

I'll be there as well. This is my first show too. Just started dieting to cut weight. I'm not sure whether i'm going to compete at light heavy or heavy weight yet. Depends on how much I cut. Anyways good luck bro.

Its awesome to see you guys coming out and getting on the comp scene! Its one of the best environments you will ever get into! I hope to see you all there!! John S puts on a great show!

[Richberrian]

I'm gonna be there, this is my first show as well and as the days get closer it's time to get more and more serious about things. Sorry to hear about your father, that's sad. He will be proud that your doing your best and followin through with what you have a love for. Goodluck to you and hope to see you there!

[borgesh]

This is one of the best shows in Central Florida. I competed in this show the last 3 years, taking 2nd place in the Over 35 all three times. The Promoter, John Schleicher, goes all out and makes it a top notch show. I will not be competing this year, but will be attending. For all the first timers, stay motivated and you will be fine. It is a very huge show. If I can help or answer any questions, feel free to let me know. I, myself, getting ready for the Orlando Metropolitan Championships in 11 days and the Europa on April 29/30. DOing the Masters Over 40 and Open Lightheavyweight this year. Good luck to all.

[jman80]

I REALLY wanted to compete in this one but had to have some surgery that set me back. But I will be in the crowd cheering everyone on. It is one of my favorite shows. Good luck to you guys, especially the first timers.

[Joshthespartan]

Great!!!! More and more guys coming out and getting starting in Bodybuilding!!! Awesome! I cant wait to see you all there!!!! Make sure you say hello!

[enkoman]

I might do this show. Originally I was planning on doing the Sarasota, but figured might as get my feet wet with this show.

[muscl3barbi3]

I might do this show. Originally I was planning on doing the Sarasota, but figured might as get my feet wet with this show.

I will be competing in the tampa bay classic bikini & sarasota show. I hope to see a good turn out! :)
Does anyone know any info on both shows? There is hardly any info on the tampa bay classic site. :/

[weswilshire]

**** schlieker trophy s suck and so does his show

[TheNaturalOak]

Was my first show last sat. Very impressed and everything went great.

Placed 2nd in a tough 7 competitor teen class.

10/10 on my review