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Title: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Guy Grundy on November 07, 2007, 03:30:19 PM
Hey Guy's

I am doing a few pieces on making money as a Bodybuilder with businesses on the side. We all know that the Bobydbuilding is not a Great Money maker compared to other sports! I have tried quite a few ideas to make money, some have worked and some have cost me money. I have done training DVD's, E-Books, On-Line stores. My latest venture is Custom clothing for Bodybuilders, Maternity wear and some other catergories. http://www.cafepress.com/grundy I am intersted in some ideas you guy's have on what has worked and what has failed from your experience and any ideas you may have. Bob Chicerillo is one of the best at making money and promoting him self. So who are some of others and what are some good businesses to try.

Guy
www.fitnetusa.com
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: ToxicAvenger on November 07, 2007, 03:31:49 PM
Maternity wear and some other catergories.


awesome!   now ronnie can buy clothes from your company! ;D


PS  its viki gates baby..... ;D
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: ToxicAvenger on November 07, 2007, 03:34:05 PM
n o...the few millionaires i know...gotthemselves some money...then bought property close to universities.and now own 5 to 10 houses each and rent em out to college students...5 rooms / house..

500/room/month

do the math..
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: rocket on November 07, 2007, 03:41:24 PM
The great thing about cafepress is that you do shit all.  The bad thing is that they pocket most of your profits unless you're adding a fair bit to the price.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Guy Grundy on November 07, 2007, 04:15:11 PM
n o...the few millionaires i know...gotthemselves some money...then bought property close to universities.and now own 5 to 10 houses each and rent em out to college students...5 rooms / house..

500/room/month

do the math..

I agree, Real estate is the way to go along with Investing in Gold at the moment.

Guy
www.fitnetusa.com
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Bluto on November 07, 2007, 04:20:01 PM
Labrada and Gaspari seems to do pretty well with their own line of supplements. How did they ever come up with that idea? Unbelievable.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: 240 is Back on November 07, 2007, 04:41:28 PM
Hey Guy's

I am doing a few pieces on making money as a Bodybuilder with businesses on the side. We all know that the Bobydbuilding is not a Great Money maker compared to other sports! I have tried quite a few ideas to make money, some have worked and some have cost me money. I have done training DVD's, E-Books, On-Line stores. My latest venture is Custom clothing for Bodybuilders, Maternity wear and some other catergories. http://www.cafepress.com/grundy I am intersted in some ideas you guy's have on what has worked and what has failed from your experience and any ideas you may have. Bob Chicerillo is one of the best at making money and promoting him self. So who are some of others and what are some good businesses to try.

Guy
www.fitnetusa.com

Hey Guy, hope all is well with you!

Watch trends.  Find a supplement, a craze, an emerging demographic, a need not being met, an offering that people cannot get, and put yourself in a position to deliver it to them easily with professionalism and dependability.

Remember, those with the truly sustainable competitive advantages won't discuss them here - doing so would encourage a hundred newbies to enter their field tomorrow. 

The US market is slightly tight.  2 million homeowners are looking at some trouble.  So supplement sales are going to take a hit, as they are non essential.  We see the top company restructuring over a case of Arson ;)   The biggest legal loophole of the last 2 years is closing (anti-aging, dentists giving out cases of gh, etc), and that was very profitable for people.  Something will replace it - too many people out there with disposable income looking to stay alive longer and feel better while they're here.  As tensions rise worldwide, youll have more desperation here (fucckit, why not use dbol, the world will end soon anyway), as well as people squirreling away their $.  But with economic recovery of a new admin and scaling back of war, recession might subside.  Look for cautious yet easily sold public over next 2 years.  Find a hole in what the mkt is offering.  I make a living from the sport although I will never step on a stage.  Just keep doing what you're doing - extending branches like this.  Somewhere, there's a kid reading this with a million dollar idea, who needs a top bodybuilder and known name like yourself to open doors for the idea.  Find each other, capitalize on what is out there, and just try to stay alive.  My belief is that anti-aging will continue to be the best area to work in - half the population is hitting 50 or above, and none of them want to die.  Fountain of youth is where the $ is.   And I"m here if anyone has any good ideas they wish to market, grow, or sell with a website :)  God bless ya man!
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Pollux on November 07, 2007, 04:57:10 PM
Gym membership: $50/month

Supplements: $100/month

Telling people you're gonna be a pro bodybuilder: priceless

There's some things a body can't buy. For everything else, there's an education.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: ARMZ on November 07, 2007, 04:58:57 PM
How does DA make money in bodybuilding?
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Bluto on November 07, 2007, 05:01:37 PM
guy how come you dont have competitors stars ?
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Pollux on November 07, 2007, 05:03:16 PM
guy how come you dont have competitors stars ?

You have to beg like a lil' bitch to get 'em. I don't think he's gonna subject himself to that.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: ARMZ on November 07, 2007, 05:03:48 PM
guy how come you dont have competitors stars ?

Can you repeat the question..
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Bluto on November 07, 2007, 05:03:59 PM
You have to beg like a lil' bitch to get 'em. I don't think he's gonna subject himself to that.

that sucks, im looking for pink stars myself when i hit 20 000 posts
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: nycbull on November 07, 2007, 05:38:57 PM
that sucks, im looking for pink stars myself when i hit 20 000 posts


you should get brown stars for lying to everyone that you have the highest posts of any getbigger when it was proven that you do not. :D
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: youandme on November 07, 2007, 05:42:31 PM
half the population is hitting 50 or above, and none of them want to die.  Fountain of youth is where the $ is.   

Where did you get that statistic I'd like some more...
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Bluto on November 07, 2007, 06:06:49 PM
you should get brown stars for lying to everyone that you have the highest posts of any getbigger when it was proven that you do not. :D

http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=stats

hope this helps.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Blockhead on November 07, 2007, 06:13:11 PM

 Making money in bodybuilding isn't that difficult. Do what majority of bodybuilders in the PRO level and mostly NPC amature level do. Hustle gear.

 Profits, if you have the clientel usually just pay for your own cycles and at best pay your cell phone bill and keep your gas tank filled up. That's 95% of the gear hustlers profits. Very small but it comes in handy. Still probably need a day job.

 Some of the more adventerous ones get into nickle/diming script drugs like xanax and vicodin. Mobic is getting big now and so is X as usual.

 Even further, some of the more risque ones hustle down old queens. They get their lifestyle paid for in return of the occasional 'company' and once in a while they may have to show these old well-to-do fruit-baskets their schlicks but, hey...gh is expensive!
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Bluto on November 07, 2007, 06:14:36 PM
Sounds good. Kinda like GTA: San Andreas

Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Jizzacked on November 07, 2007, 06:16:35 PM
I agree, Real estate is the way to go along with Investing in Gold at the moment.

Guy
www.fitnetusa.com

holy shit, someone else who sees the light in riding the bull on precious metals... I got in with a nice stake in gold and silver.. small holding of palladium as well.  if you want to talk shop hit me up. 
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Bluto on November 07, 2007, 06:18:29 PM
I've been investing in some heavy gold chains recently

(http://images.usatoday.com/life/_photos/2005/09/15/inside-mrt.jpg)
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Jizzacked on November 07, 2007, 06:21:49 PM
I've been investing in some heavy gold chains recently

(http://images.usatoday.com/life/_photos/2005/09/15/inside-mrt.jpg)

I once read that mr. T flossed 250k in gold in his chains... he probably had to sell off his bling when reality set in... but assuming it was high karat gold he could have cleared a cool million even at melt value.  bein from the hood and all though, its probably 10k junk.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Bluto on November 07, 2007, 06:27:04 PM
I got some in my teeth too

it's an investment

(http://ww1.prweb.com/prfiles/2006/07/30/0000418518/goldteeth.jpg)

Gotta be careful who I kiss tho
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Jizzacked on November 07, 2007, 06:34:44 PM
I got some in my teeth too

it's an investment

(http://ww1.prweb.com/prfiles/2006/07/30/0000418518/goldteeth.jpg)

Gotta be careful who I kiss tho

that grill could cause some serious sparks or crack some veneers up in dat mothafucka  :D
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: garraeth on November 07, 2007, 06:41:00 PM
Hey Guy, hope all is well with you!

Watch trends.  Find a supplement, a craze, an emerging demographic, a need not being met, an offering that people cannot get, and put yourself in a position to deliver it to them easily with professionalism and dependability.

Remember, those with the truly sustainable competitive advantages won't discuss them here - doing so would encourage a hundred newbies to enter their field tomorrow. 

The US market is slightly tight.  2 million homeowners are looking at some trouble.  So supplement sales are going to take a hit, as they are non essential.  We see the top company restructuring over a case of Arson ;)   The biggest legal loophole of the last 2 years is closing (anti-aging, dentists giving out cases of gh, etc), and that was very profitable for people.  Something will replace it - too many people out there with disposable income looking to stay alive longer and feel better while they're here.  As tensions rise worldwide, youll have more desperation here (fucckit, why not use dbol, the world will end soon anyway), as well as people squirreling away their $.  But with economic recovery of a new admin and scaling back of war, recession might subside.  Look for cautious yet easily sold public over next 2 years.  Find a hole in what the mkt is offering.  I make a living from the sport although I will never step on a stage.  Just keep doing what you're doing - extending branches like this.  Somewhere, there's a kid reading this with a million dollar idea, who needs a top bodybuilder and known name like yourself to open doors for the idea.  Find each other, capitalize on what is out there, and just try to stay alive.  My belief is that anti-aging will continue to be the best area to work in - half the population is hitting 50 or above, and none of them want to die.  Fountain of youth is where the $ is.   And I"m here if anyone has any good ideas they wish to market, grow, or sell with a website :)  God bless ya man!
Can you make me a website?

Guy -- cool shirts. Smart use of CafePress!
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Mr Gethin on November 07, 2007, 07:46:09 PM
Hey Guy, did you resend your email? I had dinner with the fella tonight - we want your DVD's!!
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: gordiano on November 07, 2007, 07:50:56 PM
Hey Guy, did you resend your email? I had dinner with the fella tonight - we want your DVD's!!

"Kaged Muscle"

LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Livewire on November 07, 2007, 07:53:20 PM
"Kaged Muscle"

LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!

My muscles are so big I feel like I should be locked in a cage.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Guy Grundy on November 07, 2007, 09:01:40 PM
Hey Guy, hope all is well with you!

Watch trends.  Find a supplement, a craze, an emerging demographic, a need not being met, an offering that people cannot get, and put yourself in a position to deliver it to them easily with professionalism and dependability.

Remember, those with the truly sustainable competitive advantages won't discuss them here - doing so would encourage a hundred newbies to enter their field tomorrow. 

The US market is slightly tight.  2 million homeowners are looking at some trouble.  So supplement sales are going to take a hit, as they are non essential.  We see the top company restructuring over a case of Arson ;)   The biggest legal loophole of the last 2 years is closing (anti-aging, dentists giving out cases of gh, etc), and that was very profitable for people.  Something will replace it - too many people out there with disposable income looking to stay alive longer and feel better while they're here.  As tensions rise worldwide, youll have more desperation here (fucckit, why not use dbol, the world will end soon anyway), as well as people squirreling away their $.  But with economic recovery of a new admin and scaling back of war, recession might subside.  Look for cautious yet easily sold public over next 2 years.  Find a hole in what the mkt is offering.  I make a living from the sport although I will never step on a stage.  Just keep doing what you're doing - extending branches like this.  Somewhere, there's a kid reading this with a million dollar idea, who needs a top bodybuilder and known name like yourself to open doors for the idea.  Find each other, capitalize on what is out there, and just try to stay alive.  My belief is that anti-aging will continue to be the best area to work in - half the population is hitting 50 or above, and none of them want to die.  Fountain of youth is where the $ is.   And I"m here if anyone has any good ideas they wish to market, grow, or sell with a website :)  God bless ya man!

Great Stuff Mate! You are very insightful! You made some really good points. Mike O'Hearn is doing very well Youth regenovation area as did Troy Zuccolotto in Palm Springs I beleive.

Thanks for your input, I learnt a few things there which I always like. Take care

Guy
www.fitnetusa.com
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Guy Grundy on November 07, 2007, 09:02:34 PM
Gym membership: $50/month

Supplements: $100/month

Telling people you're gonna be a pro bodybuilder: priceless

There's some things a body can't buy. For everything else, there's an education.

LOL. Very Funny!

Guy
ww.fitnetusa.com
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Guy Grundy on November 07, 2007, 09:04:13 PM
guy how come you dont have competitors stars ?

Hey Bluto,

I Don't compete anymore so that could be the reason. All the best mate!

Guy
ww.fitnetusa.com
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Guy Grundy on November 07, 2007, 09:07:10 PM
holy shit, someone else who sees the light in riding the bull on precious metals... I got in with a nice stake in gold and silver.. small holding of palladium as well.  if you want to talk shop hit me up. 

hey mate!

There was no E-Mail to use to contact you. You can E-mail me at sales@fitnetusa.com, would be intesreted in your thoughts. Thanks

Guy
ww.fitnetusa.com
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Guy Grundy on November 07, 2007, 09:08:05 PM
Hey Guy, did you resend your email? I had dinner with the fella tonight - we want your DVD's!!

I am on it brother! Are you eating well?

Guy
ww.fitnetusa.com
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Guy Grundy on November 07, 2007, 09:10:55 PM
Can you make me a website?

Guy -- cool shirts. Smart use of CafePress!

Thanks Mate!

I had a guy set it all up for me. I can put you guys in contact if you like. But I would suggest 240 as his prices are very good. I paid a little more that he would charge. I met him to late LOL. Thanks or your kind words.

Guy
www.fitnetusa.com
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: garraeth on November 07, 2007, 09:21:56 PM
Thanks Mate!

I had a guy set it all up for me. I can put you guys in contact if you like. But I would suggest 240 as his prices are very good. I paid a little more that he would charge. I met him to late LOL. Thanks or your kind words.

Guy
www.fitnetusa.com
Yeah, the stuff 240 does is way advanced -- too much for me and I get confused with all this web stuff.

Kidding  ;D

240's great!
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: evandatp on November 07, 2007, 11:13:32 PM
My latest venture is Custom clothing for Bodybuilders, Maternity wear and some other catergories.
Smart move.

It can't be too much of a stretch from GH gut to pregnant belly.

Onya.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: The Coach on November 07, 2007, 11:18:30 PM
Hey Guy's

I am doing a few pieces on making money as a Bodybuilder with businesses on the side. We all know that the Bobydbuilding is not a Great Money maker compared to other sports! I have tried quite a few ideas to make money, some have worked and some have cost me money. I have done training DVD's, E-Books, On-Line stores. My latest venture is Custom clothing for Bodybuilders, Maternity wear and some other catergories. http://www.cafepress.com/grundy I am intersted in some ideas you guy's have on what has worked and what has failed from your experience and any ideas you may have. Bob Chicerillo is one of the best at making money and promoting him self. So who are some of others and what are some good businesses to try.

Guy
www.fitnetusa.com

More money (and satisfaction) in the Fitness and Wellness industry, thanks anyway!
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Pollux on November 08, 2007, 08:17:53 AM
LOL. Very Funny!

Guy
ww.fitnetusa.com

 ;D
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Bluto on November 08, 2007, 08:25:05 AM
240 is the Michelangelo of webdesign.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Monster_Everything on November 08, 2007, 08:39:06 AM
synthol
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Pollux on November 08, 2007, 08:59:44 AM
synthol

Ummmmm...OK?  ???

Are you just trying to build your post count?  :D
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: The Coach on November 08, 2007, 06:20:05 PM
Great Stuff Mate! You are very insightful! You made some really good points. Mike O'Hearn is doing very well Youth regenovation area as did Troy Zuccolotto in Palm Springs I beleive.

Thanks for your input, I learnt a few things there which I always like. Take care

Guy
www.fitnetusa.com

Troy is in Anaheim Hills, he trains at my gym everymorning, dudes either driving a Benz or Lamborghini. Still pretty big, but his face looks bloated and unhealthy.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: affy on November 08, 2007, 06:28:35 PM
to all the investment experts here

lets say i had $20,000 of cash...whats the best way to "invest" it legally

im only 20 btw..lol
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Livewire on November 08, 2007, 06:38:28 PM
to all the investment experts here

lets say i had $20,000 of cash...whats the best way to "invest" it legally

im only 20 btw..lol

college tuition.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: affy on November 08, 2007, 06:51:33 PM
college tuition.
rofl...im a junior studying marketing management

im not saying that i have 20,000...just wondering what would be the best way to invest it if i did
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: Livewire on November 08, 2007, 07:01:21 PM
rofl...im a junior studying marketing management

in that case, get your masters in business and learn chinese if you ever want to make a good living.


im not saying that i have 20,000...just wondering what would be the best way to invest it if i did

drugs.  drug companies actually.  people are getting old.
Title: Re: Making Money in Bodybuilding-by Guy Grundy
Post by: garraeth on November 08, 2007, 09:59:22 PM
rofl...im a junior studying marketing management

im not saying that i have 20,000...just wondering what would be the best way to invest it if i did
Invest in this site: www.ebay.com

It's small, but it's going to make some money I think.