I just got back from the 2007 OCB Mr Natural Indiana (actually I just got back from a NICE dinner at Pizza Hut lol). I took first in my class and first overall! Pics and hopefully some videos will be coming very shortly, but I wanted to post a quick update on tonight's show.
Also, I have decided to enter the 2007 OCB Midwest States on November 17th and has become my MAIN focus and goal for this year. It's a pro qualifier (this one wasn't), and I plan on dialing in my glutes, nailing my posing better, and getting my pro card! I am still going to do the NPC show I had lined up for October 6th, but with my main focus being elsewhere now, I don't plan on peaking like I did for this one. I'm really only doing it now because 1) I've already paid my fee, 2) I'll be able to score a ton of free samples and cheap supplements, and 3) I want the posing practice to polish up. But my MAIN focus will be November 17th pro qualifying show in DeKalb, IL. So, it's back to the grind tomorrow! I appreciate those who followed along and whose that will continue to follow along in my journey towards a pro card! I leave now with a few things on my mind as I recall tonight's show...
* I will NEVER cut water again. Period. My vascularity, and most notably, my energy levels were THROUGH THE ROOF ALL DAY!
* You can NEVER practice posing enough
* Dream Tan kicks ass
* Layne is DA MAN! He knows his stuff and was extremely helpful all day even though he was busy doing things at the show. Oh, and don't let his posing pictures scare you, he's just as nice and friendly as he is intelligent. Thanks again Layne for giving me the vehicle to take my physique to uncharted territory and beyond. I simply can't wait to see the final product in DeKalb!
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09-22-2007, 08:36 PM #1IFPA Pro
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09-22-2007, 08:58 PM #2A Lion, not a Sheep
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CONGRATULATIONS BRO!! I KNEW YOU HAD IT!!!!!Originally Posted by Sporto1633
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09-22-2007, 10:05 PM #3NGA Pro Bodybuilder
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GREAT JOB Sporto!!! Can't wait to see pics. Speaking from personal experience... Layne is the real deal! Again, great job and tear it up in Dekalb!
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09-22-2007, 10:28 PM #4Registered User
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congrats man, you deserve it
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09-22-2007, 10:59 PM #5Registered User
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09-23-2007, 03:47 AM #6Xtend is the Greatest
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09-23-2007, 04:45 AM #7When in doubt, mumble
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Your hard work paid off, and you deserved it easily!
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09-23-2007, 07:09 AM #8On an Xtend I V
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Congrats!!! When you look good you feel good, and after destorying your competition you must feel amazing. Go and get it in Dekalb.
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09-23-2007, 07:10 AM #9ISSA CPT/CSPN
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09-23-2007, 07:26 AM #10Registered User
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congrats! after seeing your pics, I was seriously doubting anything but 1st.
can't wait for competition pics
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09-23-2007, 07:44 AM #11O U T W O R K
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nice job Sporto. Congrats.
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09-23-2007, 07:50 AM #12chasn w8t's like its pu$y
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good stuff man.....good stuff
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And guess what the overall winner received? A free tub of the new and improved grape XTEND! How awesome is that? Yea, the sword was cool, but how can it compare to the Xtend? I think I was more excited about the Xtend then receving my first swordOriginally Posted by Scivation
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09-23-2007, 08:58 AM #14IFPA Pro
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I appreciate all the congrats and everyone following along! It has been a long, but factually fun, road to get to where I'm at...and it's only going to get better! I will post pictures, and hopefully some video shots of the contest as soon as I can get a hold of them
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09-23-2007, 04:11 PM #15The Physique Architect
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the xtend was certainly a big hit. And the samples of Primal N20 & Rage were gone in about 30 minutes LOL. I had competitors coming up to me and asking if there was any xtend left and said they'd pay me 'x' amount after it was all gone LOL.
Tommy, you did an outstanding job, you are awesome but no where close to where you'll be in 9 weeks. This is just a warm up for you. Time for the big show. I appreciate the compliments, but again, hard workers make my job easy. Here are some pics from the show, Tommy by himself, Tommy onstage, & Tommy with my figure gal Ann who won the open figure tall, novice tall, and masters figure overall at her very first show!
I had a great time, and I always make it a point to try and make at least one friend at every show. Ann trains at my gym so we were already friends, but I definitely added a few more last night, Tommy included. A great guy... even had the thoughtfulness to get his mother flowers on her birthday even with everything he was going through in the final week of prep.
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09-23-2007, 05:28 PM #16I-WILL-OUT-WILL-YOU
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nice job.....fantastic conditioning and can't wait to see what you look like in 9 wks....actually kind of a scary thought. Congrats brother!
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09-23-2007, 08:39 PM #17Registered User
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Congrats
I have to also say congrats on some very hard work that paid off to you! I think you did awesome, and the OCB midwest needs to watch out for ya! Good luck with that!!!
We ate at Uno's after the show Saturday hahah. I was a figure competitor at the indy show...muuwahaha. It was a blllllllast!
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09-23-2007, 08:57 PM #18The Physique Architect
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great job jodi! was this your first show?
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09-23-2007, 09:19 PM #19On an Xtend I V
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Tommy, congrats again. Your journey has been impressive and results inspiring. I've also decided to make the trip up to Dekalb and do the Midwest States. With you being there I've got my work cut out for me. Thanks for the motivation. We can share some Xtend before and pizza after.
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09-23-2007, 09:27 PM #20PNBA Pro Bodybuilder
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Originally Posted by str8flexed
the xtend was certainly a big hit. And the samples of Primal N20 & Rage were gone in about 30 minutes LOL. I had competitors coming up to me and asking if there was any xtend left and said they'd pay me 'x' amount after it was all gone LOL.
Tommy, you did an outstanding job, you are awesome but no where close to where you'll be in 9 weeks. This is just a warm up for you. Time for the big show. I appreciate the compliments, but again, hard workers make my job easy. Here are some pics from the show, Tommy by himself, Tommy onstage, & Tommy with my figure gal Ann who won the open figure tall, novice tall, and masters figure overall at her very first show!
I had a great time, and I always make it a point to try and make at least one friend at every show. Ann trains at my gym so we were already friends, but I definitely added a few more last night, Tommy included. A great guy... even had the thoughtfulness to get his mother flowers on her birthday even with everything he was going through in the final week of prep.
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wow congrats to all three of you, you guys both looked great and layne way to be a positive force in the lives of natural competitors
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09-24-2007, 03:27 AM #21Former Natural Pro
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!! You made the judge's decision easy. Well deserved!!Originally Posted by Sporto1633
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09-24-2007, 05:47 AM #22Registered User
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Nice work Sporto...
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09-24-2007, 06:18 AM #23The Physique Architect
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that's great news bill! Can't wait to meet youOriginally Posted by billfinkbiner
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09-24-2007, 06:25 AM #24On an Xtend I V
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I'm looking forward to it as well. Should be a blast.Originally Posted by str8flexed
that's great news bill! Can't wait to meet youHe who argues for his limitations gets to keep them.
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09-24-2007, 06:47 AM #25IFPA Pro
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Thanks! And you looked great yourself...especially it being your first time! Are you addicted now? LOL I was at Pizza Hut after the show putting a major dent in their supply...good timesOriginally Posted by FitNFiesty
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09-24-2007, 06:50 AM #26IFPA Pro
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Great pics! Thanks again for everything Layne...I'm so pumped about getting back into everything that it's still been hard to sleep because I'm so excited!Originally Posted by str8flexed
the xtend was certainly a big hit. And the samples of Primal N20 & Rage were gone in about 30 minutes LOL. I had competitors coming up to me and asking if there was any xtend left and said they'd pay me 'x' amount after it was all gone LOL.
Tommy, you did an outstanding job, you are awesome but no where close to where you'll be in 9 weeks. This is just a warm up for you. Time for the big show. I appreciate the compliments, but again, hard workers make my job easy. Here are some pics from the show, Tommy by himself, Tommy onstage, & Tommy with my figure gal Ann who won the open figure tall, novice tall, and masters figure overall at her very first show!
I had a great time, and I always make it a point to try and make at least one friend at every show. Ann trains at my gym so we were already friends, but I definitely added a few more last night, Tommy included. A great guy... even had the thoughtfulness to get his mother flowers on her birthday even with everything he was going through in the final week of prep.
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Shredded minions...LOVE IT!
And yes, as much as I love bodybuilding...family will ALWAYS come first
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09-24-2007, 06:52 AM #27IFPA Pro
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That's great! It will be a ton of fun and great to meet you as well. Let's keep each other motivated and bring our absolute best to rock the Midwest States! They won't even know what hit them!Originally Posted by billfinkbiner
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09-24-2007, 06:54 AM #28IFPA Pro
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Thanks again for the congrats guys...I really appreciate everyone following along. Hopefully my log and pictures are inspiring all of you to take your physique to the next level, cause that's what it's all about!
Here are a few more pictures taken from a friend of mine who came to the show...
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09-24-2007, 06:55 AM #29IFPA Pro
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And a couple more...
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09-24-2007, 06:58 AM #30IFPA Pro
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Somebody get this guy a tan!
How sweet is it to have your coach be the one to hand you your first overall trophy and a tub of Xtend?.
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