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Getbig Main Boards => Gossip & Opinions => Topic started by: stuntmovie on February 09, 2010, 12:26:34 PM
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In your opinion, whom among the members of this GetBig Board have the potential (definition - capable of being or becoming) to turn Pro in the IFBB within the next 2 - 6 years?
Here's my initial but incomplete submission:
Go4It
LeafyBug
Ryan (Top pick at present)
The above list is far from complete but it is a start.
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Alexxx
Bigbobs
Gene (N83)
Aquilles
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Sharma
The Swami
Sherief Shalaby
Azn Muscle
NW83
JTsunami
Okami
Hazbin
might be forgetting a few
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DW
Hazbin
Bombz
Kyomu
Groink
Ursus
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I didnt list tbombz cause it was stated in '2-6' years..whereas he is ready to go pro as of yesterday..
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Derek Anthony
King Kamali
Bob Chicccereeccclo
Mike whatshisname
Groink
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Derek Anthony
King Kamali
Bob Chicccereeccclo
Mike whatshisname
Groink
its Mike Quadvilla .
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The Shadow
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According to a lot of delusional folks on here, about 98% have the potential to go pro right this very second. Its just a matter of choice. LMAO!
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According to a lot of delusional folks on here, about 98% have the potential to go pro right this very second. Its just a matter of choice. LMAO!
Damn straight! All I gotta do is diet down and I will crack the top 10 at the olympia!
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The Shadow
lmao
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Bruce, thanks for listing Bomz. I overlooked him, but I also think he has the potential to make it a reality.
I don't think that there are too many serious lifters on this Board who have more heart and desire than Bomz to be as good as he can be.
Might be wrong there though. Some have the desire but just don't communicate in on this Board.
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I'll start posting photos of those on this list providing they don't object.
But the photos Ill try to post have already been posted here or on another BB board so I don't think there will be any objections.
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the most complete would be groink and meso
xfactor looks good too, long ass torso though...
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the most complete would be groink and meso
xfactor looks good too, long ass torso though...
ACtually X-factor has a huge weakness in becoming a pro..he has a functional 'brain' so unlike other BBs he does not aspire for such 'greatness' instead he waste his time making tons of dough with a so-called career ....... what a waste.
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By most people's accounts, "TBombz" ambitions of becoming a pro should be a slam dunk, no doubter, 100%....we shall wait and see...I'll go with realistic percentages and say he will be 45 yrs old and still chasin the dream. :-\
I'm in no way slamming "Tbomz"...I have no business slamming anyone's physique...I'm just arguing my point.
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In your opinion, whom among the members of this GetBig Board have the potential (definition - capable of being or becoming) to turn Pro in the IFBB within the next 2 - 6 years?
Here's my initial but incomplete submission:
Go4It
LeafyBug
Ryan (Top pick at present)
The above list is far from complete but it is a start.
ahahahahaha
i'd fucking hope that list is far from complete if thats your list of 'potential pros'.
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ahahahahaha
i'd fucking hope that list is far from complete if thats your list of 'potential pros'.
leafybug has an awesome body (no homo)
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ahahahahaha
i'd fucking hope that list is far from complete if thats your list of 'potential pros'.
Right now, your girlfriend is sending Go4it a text.
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You have to see the guys in full body shots. A cellphone pic of part of the body doesn't say much.
Leafybug has competed, posted stage shots and I thought he had a good structure. If he could add a lot of muscle it might not be impossible. "Big" guys are dime a dozen, you need the shape and structure to really be a good bb.
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You have to see the guys in full body shots. A cellphone pic of part of the body doesn't say much.
Leafybug has competed, posted stage shots and I thought he had a good structure. If he could add a lot of muscle it might not be impossible. "Big" guys are dime a dozen, you need the shape and structure to really be a good bb.
right..which is why i said he could be a pro..he has the shape and genetics..also...no one said heavy weight..they just said pro
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I'm not saying this cuz he's my homie, but i have to say Spike
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I'm not saying this cuz he's my homie, but i have to say Spike
Slurp :P
This thread needs pics of said muscleman. :P :P :P
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I'm not saying this cuz he's my homie, but i have to say Spike
Perfect example of a gymrat juicehead who could NEVER even sniff a pro card....gimme a break....ANYONE can take shitloads of drugs and put on large masses of muscle and decent body...does'nt mean they have ANY business on stage with a Pro caliber physique. Keep ur homo fantasies in Albany ;D
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I'm not saying this cuz he's my homie, but i have to say Spike
x2 great huge physique
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None of the above.
If anyone here over the age of 30 who has ever used gear was ever gonna turn pro they would have done it by now.
Any of the naturals on here - no chance.
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how uin theh ell am I not on this list? ::) ::) ::)
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Its not a question of what member has the potential........most do, id say 90% do, of course you have your goodrums and your avidans who have no chance, but for the most part almost all getbiggers have the potential, im just sure none want to take the necessary steps that it takes to get to that level.
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slacker 4 sure he gains 20 pounds a week and get taller not a gimmick account
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Its not a question of what member has the potential........most do, id say 90% do, of course you have your goodrums and your avidans who have no chance, but for the most part almost all getbiggers have the potential, im just sure none want to take the necessary steps that it takes to get to that level.
I would disagree - this is where the role of genetics comes into play and explains why so few guys who lift weights in the gym will ever become pro bodybuilders.
Take myself as an example, I eat correct and consistently, sleep 8 hours a night, have access to as much gear and GH as I can afford, get the best training advice because I train at Temple Gym and can speak to Dorian whenever I want, and I've been doing this seriously for 13 years plus. So why am I not a pro? - because my genetics for suppressing myostatin take over and although I have built a fair amount of muscle (more than the average gym member), I still do not have the ability to even get to a national contest let alone turn pro. I have accepted a long time ago that I will never be a pro because the genetic factor simply isn't there and now I just lift weights for the fun of it. Simple as.
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'Spike' is an owning machine
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I would disagree - this is where the role of genetics comes into play and explains why so few guys who lift weights in the gym will ever become pro bodybuilders.
Take myself as an example, I eat correct and consistently, sleep 8 hours a night, have access to as much gear and GH as I can afford, get the best training advice because I train at Temple Gym and can speak to Dorian whenever I want, and I've been doing this seriously for 13 years plus. So why am I not a pro? - because my genetics for suppressing myostatin take over and although I have built a fair amount of muscle (more than the average gym member), I still do not have the ability to even get to a national contest let alone turn pro. I have accepted a long time ago that I will never be a pro because the genetic factor simply isn't there and now I just lift weights for the fun of it. Simple as.
Exactly. And you are well above average in Getbig if we're talking physiques.
Flexington has competed himself, but like most people here, doesn't have a chance in hell of turning pro - I don't mean that as an insult. If guys like Hazbin and Spike can't become pro, what chance do the little guys have?
95% of the guys here could never become pro or even win amateur shows for that matter.
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Who would want to turn pro anyway?
I for one am happy enough competing against myself and being the best I can be
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Who would want to turn pro anyway?
I for one am happy enough competing against myself and being the best I can be
You are one of the handful of people here who stands a good chance at getting a pro card if you gunned for it.
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You are one of the handful of people here who stands a good chance at getting a pro card if you gunned for it.
Don't forget that guy from NZ Kiwsomething.
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I'm sure there are many that could given they use enough drugs and sticks with it long enough.
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I haven't posted here in awhile, but I would like to think I have a chance of one day making it a reality.
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Peter Putnam has a pro card, they give them away like candy these days.
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You are one of the handful of people here who stands a good chance at getting a pro card if you gunned for it.
No man,I decided 5yrs ago when I was 22 that it wasnt a path I wished to try and thread,im mentally not up to it,and obviously genetically I would struggle.Im the biggest in my house though ;D
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Method101 has a fair chance at it :-X
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all one has to do is turn them self into a curling machine for big arms 3-4 hours a day while eating kale green sandwiches, its a great life
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Myself
Groink
Hazbin
Spike
few others I'm forgetting..
definetly not any of the top clowns (ie. squad, falcon, alexx , etc.)
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Keep ur homo fantasies in Albany ;D
lmfao
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No man,I decided 5yrs ago when I was 22 that it wasnt a path I wished to try and thread,im mentally not up to it,and obviously genetically I would struggle.Im the biggest in my house though ;D
That's funny, how you're one of the biggest guys here who has actually competed and are saying you'd struggle to turn pro with your genetics, while guys who have never competed and have next to zero experience are saying anyone / the majority can turn pro if they took enough drugs ;D
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Myself
Groink
Hazbin
Spike
few others I'm forgetting..
definetly not any of the top clowns (ie. squad, falcon, alexx , etc.)
I've not seen any pics of you. Hazbin has the best physique in that list and he couldn't turn pro with all his trying, although I'm not sure how many times he tried.
He does have a pro-caliber physique, though.
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Hahaha, good list, you are forgetting Matt T??? ;D
The favorite whom is REALLY considering going pro!
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Right now, your girlfriend is sending Go4it a text.
yeah.
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I have been around alot of amateur guys that had the potential to be pro's, but there are many more factors other than genetics these days. BB shows are not all about AAS and HGH. Its dieting just right, getting your diuretics just right, color perfect and posing routines. With how crisp you can take photos and record video it is alot harder to become a pro. If you had high definenition of old school pros you would find all kinds of imperfections.
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I don't think I could for a million reasons though am flattered for the nomination _bruce_
Here is a recent back pic.
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Soooo, for the guys who r sayin 85,95,99% of people could be Pro BB if only they choose to be.....each n every one of you could be an IFBB Pro if you wanted to, right? Let's hear you say it. I want just one of u to say that the ONLY reason ur not a pro bb is because you have chosen not to. Hahaha! Come on, let's hear you! "Che" is the only poster to answer and prove with a pic...come on ladies :P
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You can become a pro only if you want it to be.
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I've not seen any pics of you. Hazbin has the best physique in that list and he couldn't turn pro with all his trying, although I'm not sure how many times he tried.
He does have a pro-caliber physique, though.
My pics are all over the board, you just have to search.
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who is richest here with easiest access to drugs?
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Stavios(I can't believe no one has named him yet)
Leafy Bug
Matt T
Meso (If he actually has some legs/never shows them)
All these guys have relatively good size AND shape, and can look good at a lower bodyweight. Something a lot of the guys mentioned I bet could not.
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My pics are all over the board, you just have to search.
What color thong are you wearing in them? I need some keywords to search ;D
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What color thong are you wearing in them? I need some keywords to search ;D
Didn't Squad post a rear lat pic of this guy and it was a horrible looking deformity?
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Didn't Squad post a rear lat pic of this guy and it was a horrible looking deformity?
Haha no idea. I must've missed it.
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In my humble opinion this GetBigger has the best potential to be a pro.
And more than likely - the best pro potential than the vast majority of NPC State title-holders in recent years.
Good quality muscle that will be hard to beat within a few more years.
I'll let you GetBiggers guess who it is.
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Another shot of the same contender
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Sorry for the size of that last photo.
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Sorry for the size of that last photo.
damn my ni66a you be wackin off to tha close up of this ni66a pecs?...if this aint you..a ni66a would think you was a homo my man
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Another shot of the same contender
when my chest gets this lean i will be so happy
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Yea, Mal, that is one large close up, but had to do that in Photoshop in order to crop his head out of the photo so his identity would be unknown for "whio dat" purposes.
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Yea, Mal, that is one large close up, but had to do that in Photoshop in order to crop his head out of the photo so his identity would be unknown for "whio dat" purposes.
lol...but who is it...cuzz is lookin like a top level heavey weight right now...well if i knew tall he was i could better judge
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had i have competed in 92/93 i may have won a pro qualifier. i was 5th heavyweight in my first nationals in 91. but i bought a gym and stopped training for a couple of years. i did the nationals several times since, but never 2 years in a row. i think it is important that the judges are looking for you after a good showing. after 91 i never trained that seriously. up til that point it was like my life depended on it. it was all i thought about. since 91 i would train a couple months for a show, but never with the passion of youth.
first two pics are from 91 when i was 26. last one is 2007 with Ben Paskulski who is now pro
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Damn impressive MM shot, Haz. What state did you qualify in and do you recall the guys who placed higher than yourself in your wt class at the 91 Nationals. And .. where was that event held?
Thanks, Haz.
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Damn impressive MM shot, Haz. What state did you qualify in and do you recall the guys who placed higher than yourself in your wt class at the 91 Nationals. And .. where was that event held?
Thanks, Haz.
sorry, Canadian nationals. i won the Alberta provincials a couple times. i have a lifetime bie (sp?) to the nationals here. if i could still train legs, which i haven't trained hard since 95, i would have a shot at the over 40 Canadians which is a pro qualifier.
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Mal, good to hear you agree with my opinion of the mystery BB. I'll hold off saying who it is for a day or two to see if anyone can make a correct guess.
Most GetBiggers who actually train may be interested in knowing that GoForIt (mention earlier) is now residing in Hawaii cruising the islands employed by one of the Pacific's major cruise lines and still training hard on and off the "boat".
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(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/DSCN0280-2.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/DSCN0262.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/DSCN0322.jpg)
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Thanks for your swift answer, Haz. Did you ever know Ray Bileaux from up your way. He might have been a few years before your time.
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Thanks for your swift answer, Haz. Did you ever know Ray Bileaux from up your way. He might have been a few years before your time.
Ray moved to British Columbia before i moved to Calgary. didn't he work at the airlines?
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hey Stunt, are you living in Vegas now?
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Yep! The Airlines! That's Ray! Canadian Air if I recall right. You have any idea how I can contact him. We were good friends when he was making a BB name for himself up there.
JME, was that last shot taken at the auditorium across from Sony Studios in Culver City? What contest was it and how did you do?
Thanks for posting.
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Myseone, Big Koncrete (I forgot his GB handle)
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Yep! The Airlines! That's Ray! Canadian Air if I recall right. You have any idea how I can contact him. We were good friends when he was making a BB name for himself up there.
JME, was that last shot taken at the auditorium across from Sony Studios in Culver City? What contest was it and how did you do?
Thanks for posting.
i never met Ray, just know about him as he was national champ when i was training in my teens.
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Good thread, IMO I think Mesomorph, but there are a handful ;)
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Haz, yea, I'm enjoying life in LV now. Taking this town down a little bit each day with my $5 table bets and ten-cent "Alien Cows From Planet Moolah" slots.
I sort of consider myself to be the alien expert at the 21 tables, the craps tables, and all aspects of "Alien Cows". Sort of like the Disturbia of the local casinos but on a much smaller scale.
(awaits input from Falcon regarding alien cows)
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Haz, yea, I'm enjoying life in LV now. Taking this town down a little bit each day with my $5 table bets and ten-cent "Alien Cows From Planet Moolah" slots.
I sort of consider myself to be the alien expert at the 21 tables, the craps tables, and all aspects of "Alien Cows". Sort of like the Disturbia of the local casinos but on a much smaller scale.
(awaits input from Falcon regarding alien cows)
i'll be there in the next month or two. i'll buy you and the big guy lunch.
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Ryan, don't come into this thread without making a guess on the mystery BB.
(Darn kids!)
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Ryan, don't come into this thread without making a guess on the mystery BB.
(Darn kids!)
Kind of hard to say, but I guess Leafybug, he has good struture and if I am not mistaken he is about 5'11 or 6 foot.
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Sound great, Haz. Please make those arrangements with my social secretary ... the big guy.
He would probably prefer lunch at Ellis Island and really doesn't eat much.
Would be good to meet ya.
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Ryan, Yea looks like Leafy in a few more years, but it ain't! Leafy's too short compared to mystery BB.
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Sound great, Haz. Please make those arrangements with my social secretary ... the big guy.
zhe would probably prefer lunch at Ellis Island and really doesn't eat much.
Would be good to meet ya.
yeah, looking forward to meeting you and seeing the big guy again. i'll pm him when i find out when i'll be there.
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damn my ni66a you be wackin off to tha close up of this ni66a pecs?...if this aint you..a ni66a would think you was a homo my man
Speak English, chump.
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Ryan, good to see that you also see great potential in regards to Leaf. His heart's in it totally. When you get a chance, take a look at his Youtube contest routine. I'd say that he already presents himself as a pro on stage already. And in many cases - even better. Let me know if you agree.
Sort of carries himself like Reeves when he was Leaf's age.
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Ryan, good to see that you also see great potential in regards to Leaf. His heart's in it totally. When you get a chance, take a look at his Youtube contest routine. I'd say that he already presents himself as a pro on stage already. And in many cases - even better. Let me know if you agree.
Sort of carries himself like Reeves when he was Leaf's age.
That's awesome I'll definitely check it out! In the meantime I wonder if any of these guys have potential, hahaha, probably shouldn't post this but what the hell, lol!
Does his youtube vids go by Leafybug??
(http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs135.snc1/5775_100638819952814_100000200894278_15092_5821049_n.jpg)
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Hazbin and Ryan a big yes.
Maybe spike and okami to.
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enough drugs and you can overcome any genetic downfalls!
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Too fooking easy to answer that one. I'll leave it up to the other BetBig yahoos on here.
Give me a tough one and see if I can answer it.
I gotta do a search for Leaf's contest. Tomorrow OK?
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Myseone, Big Koncrete (I forgot his GB handle)
http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?topic=29547.msg481273#msg481273 (http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?topic=29547.msg481273#msg481273) Please check that frontal pic of Dina... :o :o And in this thread there are some DAMN FINE female Getbiggers.
Myseone
http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?topic=103824.0 (http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?topic=103824.0)
Big Koncrete
http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?topic=240680.0 (http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?topic=240680.0)
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Good call, Parker ..... Damn impressive.
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That dude is a getbigger ???
to get back on the subject,
I'd say Hazbin 91-92 is the best physique on getbig by far.
Leafy-thug has a great structure, I think he can put on a lot of muscle on that frame in the next 10 years.
We have some big dudes like Groink or Kiwiol but they never posted full body ripped pics.
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You mofo's haven't even seen me :D
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wow Hazbin looks great!
:o
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Another decent call! This time from Stavios.
But Stavios, you're overlooking someone.
I think he's been overlooked by most GetBiggers because he is not the type of guy who likes to brag about his accomplishments, but he did win a couple of big contests in Tx this past year.
Time to let you GetBiggers know who that Mystery GetBig Bodybuilder is ..........
It's none other than "RYAN". Now before you say, "Who the fook is Ryan?" ..... I'll enclose a photo or two.
I personally think that Ryan and the guy in the photo shown above are the ultimate among the amateur bodybuilding world and are perfect examples of what every bodybuilder in the 50's and 60's strived to achieve.
Back then Steve Reeves was the ultimate but I think that both of these individuals would have given Steve a good run for him money.
Here's Ryan ...
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Ryan looks great !
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Stavios, if this is you, we gotta add you to this list also. I think someone added you to this list already but I'm too lazy to go back and look.
What's your contest history, Stav?
Good to see the LeafyBug get some good grades from you GetBiggers. He also has a shitload of potential to make a name for himself in the BB arena.
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I'm late in on this thread.... but at least a dozen guys qualify.... top runners being Hazbin, Ryan, Stavios, Leafy bug, etc!
The black dude with the sword that Parker posted has crazy wicked genetics! (And yes, as BigJ was so honest to point out..... genetics is the biggest thing)...
Amazed no one picked Mindspin?? The guy has crazy cool shape when he was competing?
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Are any of these guys pro? Stavois, Leafybug, hazbin, Ryan, Tbomz, etc........I dont know the ages of these guys so perhaps time will tell. Point being, as far as I know, these guys are committed to their training, diets, rest, drugs, etc., and if even 1 of them earns a Pro card, I'd be surprised. All of this garbage about MOST people(if 100% committed) being able to earn a pro card if only they choose to is absurd! Fact is, all of them are "living the lifestyle" and "chasing the dream", but so have many, many, many others. Only a select few realize the "dream" period.
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Grant! And I'm amazed that no one picked GRANT!!! Even I forgot to do that. Damn!
I remember you in your best condition before your video days and was super impressed - but most of all by your politeness and demeanor. jeff Everson introduced me to you and your beautiful wife or girlfriend at one of the USA events in LV when you first got to America.
Sorry about overlooking you, Grant.
Can you post a photo for these GetBiggers showing how you looked at your peak with some 'posers' on?
Thanks and my best to ya and your bro and the doggies too, ..... Stunt
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Are any of these guys pro? Stavois, Leafybug, hazbin, Ryan, Tbomz, etc........I dont know the ages of these guys so perhaps time will tell. Point being, as far as I know, these guys are committed to their training, diets, rest, drugs, etc., and if even 1 of them earns a Pro card, I'd be surprised. All of this garbage about MOST people(if 100% committed) being able to earn a pro card if only they choose to is absurd! Fact is, all of them are "living the lifestyle" and "chasing the dream", but so have many, many, many others. Only a select few realize the "dream" period.
Not all of us wish to be a Pro, dov. I could have applied (many say I should have) after winning the Zimbabwe Overall which was an IFBB affiliate at the time (not sure now though)..... since thats how Milos and Lee Priest turned pro, etc. I didn't because I didn't want to suffer the fate of some of the top Pro's at the time... Mattarrazo, Tom Prince, Flex Wheeler, Munzer, Benfatto..... I could go on and on.
Some of us just choose a different (healthier) path.......
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Not all of us wish to be a Pro, dov. I could have applied (many say I should have) after winning the Zimbabwe Overall which was an IFBB affiliate at the time (not sure now though)..... since thats how Milos and Lee Priest turned pro, etc. I didn't because I didn't want to suffer the fate of some of the top Pro's at the time... Mattarrazo, Tom Prince, Flex Wheeler, Munzer, Benfatto..... I could go on and on.
Some of us just choose a different (healthier) path.......
Understood...however, I'm just still mystified that a large portion of GB actually thinks that the majority of the population would look similar to Darrem Charles if they used his same stack, ate and trained like him...citing that MOST people have the genetic makeup to earn a pro card.
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Grant! And I'm amazed that no one picked GRANT!!! Even I forgot to do that. Damn!
I remember you in your best condition before your video days and was super impressed - but most of all by your politeness and demeanor. jeff Everson introduced me to you and your beautiful wife or girlfriend at one of the USA events in LV when you first got to America.
Sorry about overlooking you, Grant.
Can you post a photo for these GetBiggers showing how you looked at your peak with some 'posers' on?
Thanks and my best to ya and your bro and the doggies too, ..... Stunt
Thank you for your kind compliments, Stunt! I'll email Mindspin and tell him to throw a few pics up here.... guy was impressive.
Here are a few of me on stage:
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Good observation, Dov!
I've always said, "You gotta have HEART to achieve the impossible".
I've known a lot of guys over the years who possessed the God-given potential to be among the best in the bodybuilding world but they lacked the HEART to make it a reality.
Many years ago we had a long discussion with Frank and Christine Zane in a "smoke filled" room on some far off Pacific island and Frank told us that most of the guys who have phenominal potential to be great bodybuilders will never achieve it due to the fact that they KNOW that they "have phenominal potential"!
Frank said that great bodybuilders have to start at a point where they realize that they are lacking something that is strongly desired and those guys with great potential are already satisfied with how they presently look.
No, Dov, none of these guys are professional bodybuilders. They are just guys on this GetBig Board who some of us think have the ability and the potential to be great pro bodybuilders someday.
But only time will tell if they have the HEART.
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Good observation, Dov!
I've always said, "You gotta have HEART to achieve the impossible".
I've known a lot of guys over the years who possessed the God-given potential to be among the best in the bodybuilding world but they lacked the HEART to make it a reality.
Many years ago we had a long discussion with Frank and Christine Zane in a "smoke filled" room on some far off Pacific island and Frank told us that most of the guys who have phenominal potential to be great bodybuilders will never achieve it due to the fact that they KNOW that they "have phenominal potential"!
Frank said that great bodybuilders have to start at a point where they realize that they are lacking something that is strongly desired and those guys with great potential are already satisfied with how they presently look.
No, Dov, none of these guys are professional bodybuilders. They are just guys on this GetBig Board who some of us think have the ability and the potential to be great pro bodybuilders someday.
But only time will tell if they have the HEART.
Again with "heart" and "will"???.......My point is that these 2 things only separate the 1% of population that has the genetic foundation to begin with....heart and will cannot compensate for narrow clavicles and a thick waist. So, nobody can will themselves into a pro card with all their heart if they are'nt the 1% to begin with.
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Thanks, Grant. Great pictures. How old were you then?
In your case I would assume that you did NOT lack the HEART but you had the INTELLIGENCE to follow a different path.
Now that you can look back on it all, do your still feel that you made the right decision? You would have been one hell of a great pro.
How come you've never written a book about your life so far, Grant! It would make one hell of a good read!
And even a better movie!
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Dov, How about Heart, and Will, and great genetics?
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Dov, How about Heart, and Will, and great genetics?
Slam-dunk Top 10 Olympia!
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Anyone know who the great bodybuilder with the sword pictured a few posts above is?
Is he actually a GetBigger?
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Stavios, if this is you, we gotta add you to this list also. I think someone added you to this list already but I'm too lazy to go back and look.
What's your contest history, Stav?
Good to see the LeafyBug get some good grades from you GetBiggers. He also has a shitload of potential to make a name for himself in the BB arena.
Thanks for the mention Stunt but I am a local level bodybuilder at best.
I have width but I don't have the muscle roundness and separation needed to be a good bodybuilder.
I am taking a few years off from competing to put on enough size, the plan this year is to make it to 260 lbs.
then I'll give myself another year to get to 280 and only then I will consider dieting again for another show.
I need to be at least 220 lbs with my frame, or else I'll look too lanky
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Thanks for the mention Stunt but I am a local level bodybuilder at best.
I have width but I don't have the muscle roundness and separation needed to be a good bodybuilder.
I am taking a few years off from competing to put on enough size, the plan this year is to make it to 260 lbs.
then I'll give myself another year to get to 280 and only then I will consider dieting again for another show.
I need to be at least 220 lbs with my frame, or else I'll look too lanky
"Stavios" bringin the brutal honesty and truth...thx. You guys starting to see my point yet? LOL
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OK, Stav! Good luck to ya and keep us GetBiggers advised on your progress.
In what State do you compete?
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Im barely top 5 in my gym
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OK, Stav! Good luck to ya and keep us GetBiggers advised on your progress.
In what State do you compete?
In Quebec, Canada !
I'll keep you guys updated for sure 8)
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Grant, at around the time that those photos were taken, how were you scoring with the ladies? You look damn young in those shots.
Was sex better when you were in that physical condition or much later on when you were not in contest shape?
And if it was better do you attribute it to being younger or being in tip top condition?
Thanks for answering this personal stuff.
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Grant, at around the time that those photos were taken, how were you scoring with the ladies? You look damn young in those shots.
Was sex better when you were in that physical condition or much later on when you were not in contest shape?
And if it was better do you attribute it to being younger or being in tip top condition?
Thanks for answering this personal stuff.
U gonna make a movie out of this info? ;D
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Wow, funny thing I was going to mention "Mindspin."
There are a lot of potential I think on getbig.
The revised list would be Stavios, Mindspin, Hazbin, Matt T, Bigkonkrete, Okami, Grant, Mesmorph, Leafybug, Tbombz. I probably missed a couple and I think these guys can do it .
Thanks Stunt for the pics and the shoutout, and you are right I usually just stay low key and enjoy the threads on here like the "hit threads," or anything that is "interesting," and there are no shortage of funny getbiggers ;D
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Not all of us wish to be a Pro, dov. I could have applied (many say I should have) after winning the Zimbabwe Overall which was an IFBB affiliate at the time (not sure now though)..... since thats how Milos and Lee Priest turned pro, etc. I didn't because I didn't want to suffer the fate of some of the top Pro's at the time... Mattarrazo, Tom Prince, Flex Wheeler, Munzer, Benfatto..... I could go on and on.
Some of us just choose a different (healthier) path.......
Very well put!
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Yea, Grant ain't no dummy!
Welcome, Ryan, you and a few others mentioned in your previous post deserve the accolades.
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method101
:D
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"Method101", aren't u the twink with the green shirt?
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for training 10 years natural i think i have the muscle maturity and wide base.
now just give me some legs and arms and some quality steroids so i can crack the nationals
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for training 10 years natural i think i have the muscle maturity and wide base.
now just give me some legs and arms and some quality steroids so i can crack the nationals
Ohhhh, you must be part of the 98% majority who can easily obtain a Pro card with the right stack and will, huh? Haha
I'm part of the 2% minority that has no business chasing the dream. Good lucks Mariachii!!!!! Good lucks
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Ohhhh, you must be part of the 98% majority who can easily obtain a Pro card with the right stack and will, huh? Haha
I'm part of the 2% minority that has no business chasing the dream. Good lucks Mariachii!!!!! Good lucks
no i dont think i can.
i do have a good structure for looking bigger than i am, im a light twink but people always think im on steroids and shit, i look much heavierin person than i really am.
im training long time now and im surprised i havnt hit a plateau, only biceps seem to stop growing nd calves never grew. i often hear people say i hit a plateau i cant grow anymore so they turn to roids, no way.
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let me give you an example, i started doing squats ass to grass instead of going little over parallel, and quads seem to respond immediately
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Amazed no one picked Mindspin?? The guy has crazy cool shape when he was competing?
agreed on Mindspin - great shape!
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AHEM
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agreed on Mindspin - great shape!
Every time I see you post, I keep thinking it's WillGrant.
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Some very impressive members here> didn't realize there was this kinda talent around.
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Every time I see you post, I keep thinking it's WillGrant.
sorry to disappoint ;)
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SHOUT OUT TO ALL MY NGGS KEEPIN IT REALS FOR ME
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SHOUT OUT TO ALL MY NGGS KEEPIN IT REALS FOR ME
pretty good but those spandex are homo :D
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SHOUT OUT TO ALL MY NGGS KEEPIN IT REALS FOR ME
4 pack
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SHOUT OUT TO ALL MY NGGS KEEPIN IT REALS FOR ME
Spike looking pretty darn DIESEL to me! How tall are you, bro? Weight on stage?
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Why didn't "Man of Steel" make the list? He could turn pro easily if he got into man-on-man butt sex
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Grant, at around the time that those photos were taken, how were you scoring with the ladies? You look damn young in those shots.
I was 23....I was about 210lbs and competed against Gunter (he was 260lbs) at the World IFBB Universe... Gunter Schliercamp won and turned Pro. I was able to get up to 245 and stay lean after that show......
Was sex better when you were in that physical condition or much later on when you were not in contest shape? And if it was better do you attribute it to being younger or being in tip top condition?
Sex gets much better as we get older in my opinion. It's about experience and learning how women tick?
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in 95 i was still squatting heavy.
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Very cool shots, Haz!
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First time I've seen your picture, Haz. Damn impressive. Any contest details you'd care to pass along.
SPIKE ~ Damn! That first shot of you is noteworthy, even more so than your contest shots! Can you elaborate on that and let us know when they were taken. Also any contest details??
I haven't looked closely but I hope all you guys got starz!
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Its not a question of what member has the potential........most do, id say 90% do, of course you have your goodrums and your avidans who have no chance, but for the most part almost all getbiggers have the potential, im just sure none want to take the necessary steps that it takes to get to that level.
To WIN A PRO CARD?!!? 90%?! Glen have you been to a national level show? All of those guys are doing EVERYTHING they can to get a card, and only 1% of THEM do!
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First time I've seen your picture, Haz. Damn impressive. Any contest details you'd care to pass along.
Damn! That first shot of you is noteworthy, even more so than your contest shots! Can you elaborate on that and let us know when they were taken. Also any contest details??
I haven't looked closely but I hope all you guys got starz!
those first pics were 91. gym shot i was 241. on stage 226. i am 5'9.5. i did nationals in 91, 95, 99, 01, 05 and 07. best i did was 5th-7th. although i competed every few years after 91 my heart wasn't into it. heres a couple other years.
btw, i couldn't place better than 5th in Canada, and i think there are dozens of Americans that could win the overall Canadians each year. even in a lesser gene pool of Canada it is extremely difficult to win a pro card.
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Thanks, Haz! You must be east coast. I know I never met ya now that I've seen your photos.
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Thanks, Haz! You must be east coast. I know I never met ya now that I've seen your photos.
actually lived in Alberta all my life!
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(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/joe21.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/jv_01-05-06c.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/Joe_Marino_28129.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/JoeProfile.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/jsm.jpg)
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JME, I've seen those photos of you on the grass before. Joe was a good friend of mine and they were in his scrapbook that he always brought to the contests.
I've known Joe for many good years and was a long distance friend right up until the time he passed away. In fact I was planning to take him out to a good Mexican dinner in the vicinity of his retirement home (I think he called it that) but he had passed away before I got a chance to get back to the mainland.
Did joe ever tell you about the book he always planned to write, "Why is Everyone in Hollywood Famous Except Me?"
He had some very interesting associations with some of Hollywood's leading ladies and was always there to give a helping hand - star or not.
Damn impressive condition, JME!
Contest history?
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ALberta?! Oh, yea, Haz! I think you told me that earlier.Thanks.
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(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/joe21.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/jv_01-05-06c.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/Joe_Marino_28129.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/JoeProfile.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e196/Intenseone/jsm.jpg)
that's definately a physique built on hard work and very little drugs. reminds me of a cross between Rory and Mike Torchia. could have definately turned into a pro physique if that was your goal back then.
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that's definately a physique built on hard work and very little drugs. reminds me of a cross between Rory and Mike Torchia. could have definately turned into a pro physique if that was your goal back then.
Agreed, well except for the pic in the blue thong where hes got a nice case of gyno. Dude looks great nonetheless.
Oh and Im still waiting to be mentioned but thats ok....
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Yea, Taco. I noticed that "AHEM" back there and thought that someone would follow up and post your picture,, but I guess that will have to be up to you.
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Yea all my pics are on a different computer (got a new laptop for xmas) but enough of these guys have seen my pics so it would have been nice to be recognized even though I dont compete anymore
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HAZ, Mike Torchia. Another good friend from many years back whom I have lost contact with due to change of orders and overseas excursions. I'll do my best to contact Mike and get him to tell some of his old time stories to this GetBig crowd.
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Yea all my pics are on a different computer (got a new laptop for xmas) but enough of these guys have seen my pics so it would have been nice to be recognized even though I dont compete anymore
Starting a few 'Would you hit it" threads will up your cred considerably. ;D
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HAZ, Mike Torchia. Another good friend from many years back whom I have lost contact with due to change of orders and overseas excursions. I'll do my best to contact Mike and get him to tell some of his old time stories to this GetBig crowd.
he was a top light weight amatuer when i was in high school. not a big guy but looked great when he nailed it. did he win his class in the nationals once? 81 maybe
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Taco, well you should be recognized, dude!
Any help from any GetBigger holding a picture of Taco would be greatly appreciated.
You GetBig funny guys are asked to refrain from sending photos of your favorite fast food drive through.
Thanks!
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Starting a few 'Would you hit it" threads will up your cred considerably. ;D
;D
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I honestly can't recall any of Mike's BB accomplishments back then, Haz. All I can recall is that he was nationally known within the competitive BB world, trained relatively hard, was a genuinely good guy, and had some kind of business venture planned or underway with a friend of mine.
That was so long ago that I can't even recall the years it all occured in. I'm terrible at recalling dates.
I'm gonna try to locate Mike for a refresher course because a lot of interesting shit was going on back then.
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:D
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Here is a pic of me in '08 a week before my show.
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:D
What do you look like now ?
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Here is a pic of me in '08 a week before my show.
Excellent physique right there.
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Thanks, Mindspin. Thanks, Jwinn!
I have a feeling you never lost an amateur contest, Mindspin.
Can you both provide some contest history?
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http://musclememory.com/show.php?s=jason+winn&g=M
To sum up my NPC history.
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Here is one from a few years ago when I was feuding with Rhino...lol.
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Seems the key to having a good physique is a low post count, or lack of time on Getbig. I think I will try that method.
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Thanks, Mindspin. Thanks, Jwinn!
I have a feeling you never lost an amateur contest, Mindspin.
Can you both provide some contest history?
1st show was the NPC Amateur Grand Prix in CA where I placed 2nd in the teen division.
I then competed in a handful of shows over a 2 1/2 year span including the NPC Mr. Huntington Beach (1st light heavyweight & overall) and 5th in the NPC LA. I never did a national show.
I doubt I could have been a pro. For sure not a successful one. I didn't respond well to gear and had a hard time putting on the required size. And, as most here know, I don't think much of pro body building. It's unhealthy, requires you to break the law and you make no money :-\
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Here is another pic, but like 6 weeks out of my shows in '09. And yes I know I am very white. ;D
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Jason, I hope you don't mind me posting this commendable contest photo and contest history.
Good going, Jason! What's next?
Great last name for a competitive athlete!
2005 - North Carolina State - NPC, Teen, 4th
2007 - North Carolina State - NPC, MiddleWeight, 4th
2008 - North Carolina State - NPC, MiddleWeight, 2nd
2009 - Junior USA - NPC, MiddleWeight 1st
North Carolina State - NPC, Light-HeavyWeight, 1st
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kids on his way,no doubt..he will be a placer in the usa or nationals top 5...in next yr or 2,,
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Mindspin, Thanks for that honest response.
Parker, I was thinking the same damn thing! It amazes me that there are so many great but humble and relatively silent bodybuilders on this site.
Maybe Ron can read this and assign those competition stars to those who have earned them.
I humbly salute each and every one of you guys!
Semper Fi, Stunt
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Mindspin, Thanks for that honest response.
Parker, I was thinking the same damn thing! It amazes me that there are so many great but humble and relatively silent bodybuilders on this site.
Maybe Ron can read this and assign those competition stars to those who have earned them.
I humbly salute each and every one of you guys!
Semper Fi, Stunt
x2 - great thread here
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How many GetBiggers have turned pro in the last 5 years? There's your answer.
My guess is maybe two turn pro/year. Really wouldn't want to get into the whole natural vs. juicer thing but considering GetBig has 10Kish members, maybe 10% of them actually work out, of that 10% maybe 30% post pics. Of the 30% who post pics, 95% should not so it's easy to guess around .004% of GetBiggers could turn pro and make serious money doing G4P. :)
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I appreciate all of the encouraging words, I truly do. This "sport"(I know some of your opinions on this topic) is not always for the weak-minded. I will compete this year, just not sure if it will be in the spring or the fall.
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Tbombz - if he avoids AIDS - will be a candidate in 2025
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How many GetBiggers have turned pro in the last 5 years? There's your answer.
My guess is maybe two turn pro/year. Really wouldn't want to get into the whole natural vs. juicer thing but considering GetBig has 10Kish members, maybe 10% of them actually work out, of that 10% maybe 30% post pics. Of the 30% who post pics, 95% should not so it's easy to guess around .004% of GetBiggers could turn pro and make serious money doing G4P. :)
You're dead wrong. Unless you belong in the 1 - 2 % of the population that has really lousy genetics (like Edgar Fletcher or Matt Mendenhall), you can turn pro like 99% of the rest of us (most of whom CHOOSE not to become pro) - just make sure your drug intake is at the level of a pro's.
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You're dead wrong. Unless you belong in the 1 - 2 % of the population that has really lousy genetics (like Edgar Fletcher or Matt Mendenhall), you can turn pro like 99% of the rest of us (most of whom CHOOSE not to become pro) - just make sure your drug intake is at the level of a pro's.
Most people are wasting money on drugs.
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Here is another pic, but like 6 weeks out of my shows in '09. And yes I know I am very white. ;D
WTF dude :o
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You guys all look awesome......big props!!
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To WIN A PRO CARD?!!? 90%?! Glen have you been to a national level show? All of those guys are doing EVERYTHING they can to get a card, and only 1% of THEM do!
The question was who has the POTENTIAL to turn pro!! not who is going to turn pro...........
Now since we're talking about potential, every single one of those guys who place in the top 15 at nationals have the potential to turn pro, if they stick too it.............but most guys dont, they smarten up and realize that the abuse that they are doin to their bodies and their personal lives are in no way worth a plastic trophy, debt for life, living a life full of daily illegal activities, and a few photos in a magazine.
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I'm a pro
You will win Pro a show soon Big Dicked just keep your confidence up.
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One more lol, I really like this pic.
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One more lol, I really like this pic.
we have a winner !!!!!
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One more lol, I really like this pic.
Wow. Very impressive.
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:D
FYI, that gym hasn't changed one bit, even since Zuccolotto took over!