“Desire is the key to motivation, but it’s the determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of
your goal-a commitment to excellence – that will enable you to attain the success you seek.”
~Anonymous
David, my sister’s boyfriend, was working towards his first bodybuilding competition- the 2012 Lakeland classic- and wanted some pictures to remember all of the hard work and dedication he put forth. He transformed his body from a whopping 315lbs two-and-a-half years ago to competing at 190 lbs, and placed 4th!
In David’s words:
I dieted for 15wks, cutting calories every 3-4 wks, keeping protein high, removing carbs out of the diet slowly. The high protein/low carb cycle allows a bodybuilder to keep the muscle he has gained while cutting bodyfat to reveal the ripped muscular appearance. The sacrifice and dedication is unreal to the normal human, but is done with one goal in mind :: to be the best onstage for that one period in time. Bodybuilding is just the next step an athlete takes to show how far or how much they can push their bodies to the limit and it’s just another goal for them, like any other sport. Bodybuilders do not stay at those low levels of body fat year round, it’s only extreme near contest time. Bodybuilding takes dedication and toughness… it is a selfish sport, meaning that you’re the only one that can do all the workouts… eat all the meals yourself … and reap all the benefits and rewards. Bodybuilding contests have judges that compare each body part for fullness and symmetry and the best person on that one day will be the winner.
Congrats, David!
You’re welcome, ladies. lol
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