Men's physique - 4 weeks out @ 194-195

[Braap105]

Hello all,

Just wanting to get some feedback of how i'm looking for my first show? I have finally committed to a show that is just under 4 weeks out right now. I'm sitting around 194 lbs and hoping to at least drop another 5-6 lbs by show time.

Still eating 300g+ of carbs everyday, calories are around 2800 and only doing about 20-25 minutes of cardio post workout. Been consistently loosing 1-2 lbs every week following Avatar nutrition's moderate fat loss.





Also -- thoughts on rocking my beard during the show??

[getbigordie18]

Hello all,

Just wanting to get some feedback of how i'm looking for my first show? I have finally committed to a show that is just under 4 weeks out right now. I'm sitting around 194 lbs and hoping to at least drop another 5-6 lbs by show time.

Still eating 300g+ of carbs everyday, calories are around 2800 and only doing about 20-25 minutes of cardio post workout. Been consistently loosing 1-2 lbs every week following Avatar nutrition's moderate fat loss.





Also -- thoughts on rocking my beard during the show??

STRONG BEARD JUDGES SHOULDN'T MIND.GOOD LUCk!!!

[EBarbz]

Beard and Body looking solid

[JohnSmeton]

good ab definition. Id cut the beard. Goodluck

[Braap105]

good ab definition. Id cut the beard. Goodluck

I plan on at least getting a nice trim, but its here to stay. whats the issue with having a beard during a show?

[WitYoChestBoa]

I plan on at least getting a nice trim, but its here to stay. whats the issue with having a beard during a show?

He's jealous op. Only thing is judges might mark you down because of envy, best of luck boyo lookin sharp.

[Aaron4418]

NPC or natural? Looking pretty good for 4 weeks out, gives you enough time to dry out a bit more. The only thing i'd suggest is spreading your scapula more. You've got a lot of width left. Open your back up and spread those wings! Good luck man, you will do well. Remember - Your first show is a learning experience so ENJOY it. Don't stress too much.

[JohnSmeton]

I plan on at least getting a nice trim, but its here to stay. whats the issue with having a beard during a show?

Its a bodybuilding show which is for looks. Basically a beauty contest with muscles. You want to look your best, if a beard make you look your best go for it.

[Braap105]

NPC or natural? Looking pretty good for 4 weeks out, gives you enough time to dry out a bit more. The only thing i'd suggest is spreading your scapula more. You've got a lot of width left. Open your back up and spread those wings! Good luck man, you will do well. Remember - Your first show is a learning experience so ENJOY it. Don't stress too much.

Its an NGA Natural show that ill be doing. Ya still need to get some more practice with the posing to get it just right. for sure just looking to see what competing is all about with this show, but at the same time still want to bring the best package that i can.

[Garage Rat]

I personally would not judge yourself on weight loss but how good you.
Take every week for the next three weeks,same poses,same lighting,and compare them.
If you don't lose weight so what as long as looked better that the previous week.
You look lean right now,the vein in your traps backs this up.
Good luck to you!

[Braap105]

I personally would not judge yourself on weight loss but how good you.
Take every week for the next three weeks,same poses,same lighting,and compare them.
If you don't lose weight so what as long as looked better that the previous week.
You look lean right now,the vein in your traps backs this up.
Good luck to you!

Thanks for the tip, i do feel like getting lighter right now might not be the best thing for me. I do feel like i can tighten up a little bit in the lower back/love handle area. So not planning on making any major changes and hoping these next few weeks go well and ill be set.

[Braap105]

** Update, now just 4 days out. Here is a couple more pics from 1 week out. Getting excited!




My weight has pretty much flattened out at 190-191 since ive started adding in a little extra calories. Lowest i saw was 188.5. Planning on getting quite a bit more carbs in at the end of this week to really help me fill out and am just hoping for a fun show!

[euro7muscle]

NPC or natural?

I take offense to this

[JPAesthetics98]

Really good shape mate. Well done. Keep it up!

[charlzyd]

Looking great. How'd you go?

[BenzFalsis]

How was it? Results?

-Bump

[Iceman1800]

OP not responding so I'm going to threadjack a bit. I'm about 15 months out from competing in physique with about 40 pounds of fat to lose. Is it worth it to hire a diet coach this far out?

[kitpapa]

OP not responding so I'm going to threadjack a bit. I'm about 15 months out from competing in physique with about 40 pounds of fat to lose. Is it worth it to hire a diet coach this far out?

The sooner you start the more time you have to tweak for your body and find the best way it responds IMO

You can play around with stuff now without getting too srs

[thelojones]

https://www.********.com/NgaTitanClassic/

Pics of OP on stage and holding trophies on their ******** page so he must have done OK