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Title: AVBG -NEW Competition Pics/Backstage pics (added 9 Oct) page 5
Post by: AVBG on September 16, 2008, 12:21:33 AM
Just a couple of pics 14-12 days out (leg shot)
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Post by: flexingtonsteele on September 16, 2008, 12:35:11 AM
great conditioning bro, your definetely lean !!
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Post by: Get Rowdy on September 16, 2008, 02:44:20 AM
Lookin ripped mate.  Grainy thigh too.
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Post by: nzmusclemonster on September 16, 2008, 03:10:45 AM
Hell yeah! Show 'em how to roll brotha  8)

What comp you doin? Regionals, Nationals?
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Post by: ripitupbaby on September 16, 2008, 04:17:20 AM
OMG!!   :o
Looking tremendous alex... the wheels - holy shit!! 

Very nice... ready to rock and roll.  Congratulations to you!  I know how much effort you have put in and how dedicated you have been, and I am excited for you!  I can't wait to see the final result!   :)

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Post by: Meso_z on September 16, 2008, 04:38:37 AM
 ;)
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Post by: AVBG on September 16, 2008, 05:03:19 AM
thanks for the encouraging posts.. I am doing a state Inba show then backing up in  another couple of weeks to do either a non-tested NPC state show (classic division -height and weight restricted ) or the Nationals INBA (same weekend - different states)
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Post by: wes on September 16, 2008, 05:06:48 AM
Looking ripped and ready Alex..............great job.

Stay on point and kick some ass!!
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Post by: ripitupbaby on September 16, 2008, 05:17:16 AM
Alex, do you have any "before" pics you would be willing to post?  Your prep has been tremendous!


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Post by: Stavios on September 16, 2008, 08:29:58 AM
awesome condition AVBG, good work !
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Post by: Disgusted on September 16, 2008, 10:39:58 AM
Excellent conditioning bro.
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Post by: CQ on September 16, 2008, 02:11:27 PM
Looking very conditioned, best of luck in the show
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Post by: jtsunami on September 16, 2008, 03:42:52 PM
your no master blaster
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Post by: Pollux on September 16, 2008, 04:12:08 PM
Not bad, dawg.
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Post by: AVBG on September 16, 2008, 04:14:11 PM
your no master blaster
thank God for that.
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Post by: QuakerOats on September 16, 2008, 04:21:40 PM
you're shredded man, good work.
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Post by: jtsunami on September 16, 2008, 05:30:33 PM
thank God for that.

if I was you i would delete that post before he see's it or you could be in for a serious reality check.

jt
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Post by: ASJChaotic on September 16, 2008, 05:33:45 PM
thank God for that.
looking great bud  ;)
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Post by: chaos on September 16, 2008, 06:41:58 PM
Looking lean, I think we need some before pics so we know where you started.
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Post by: AVBG on September 16, 2008, 07:00:16 PM
will post them when i get home- maybe Adonis can post one, he has a pic of me before the diet.
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Post by: Alex23 on September 17, 2008, 12:27:38 AM
That's not AVBG...

oh yes you bet it is ;D...

Like a proud brother I just had goosebumps of accomplishment looking at thos pics.

God speed.
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Post by: AVBG on September 17, 2008, 05:20:02 AM
 ;D - here is what I looked like before I started dieting.
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Post by: ripitupbaby on September 17, 2008, 06:41:34 AM
;D - here is what I looked like before I started dieting.


AWESOME!!  Fantastic job Alex!! 

Keep up the good work and bring home the gold!!   8)
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Post by: jaejonna on September 17, 2008, 12:30:26 PM
Just a couple of pics 14-12 days out (leg shot)
Good stuff AVBG ...
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Post by: AVBG on September 17, 2008, 12:33:12 PM
Good stuff AVBG ...

Thanks again (to everyone) for the compliments.
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Post by: Jeffro on September 17, 2008, 03:46:46 PM
Holy shit, that's an awesome transformation.  :o

Good stuff man. 8)
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Post by: ASJChaotic on September 17, 2008, 08:43:09 PM
;D - here is what I looked like before I started dieting.
how much cardio did you do and how long did you cut for?
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Post by: Has Beens on September 17, 2008, 09:41:51 PM
Wow, quite an accomplishment ! You should be proud.
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Post by: Obvious Gimmick on September 17, 2008, 09:46:08 PM
HAHAHA... that what im talking about kid. you look great bro! youll crush'em!
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Post by: AVBG on September 17, 2008, 09:59:46 PM
how much cardio did you do and how long did you cut for?

started out 30min per day post training...started diet april..lost 60lbs
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Post by: Alex23 on September 17, 2008, 10:03:03 PM
started out 30min per day post training...started diet april..lost 60lbs

I read "started out posting 30 mins per day... "

;D
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Post by: AVBG on September 17, 2008, 10:27:05 PM
I read "started out posting 30 mins per day... "

;D
30 posts a day gets you cut man!
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Post by: wavelength on September 18, 2008, 12:26:58 AM
;D - here is what I looked like before I started dieting.

Incredible transformation. What's your diet like?
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Post by: dyslexic on September 18, 2008, 02:03:16 AM
started out 30min per day post training...started diet april..lost 60lbs

I would have guessed you lost maybe 30 to 35 lbs. tops. Good job. Do you think you may have lost too much muscle during the diet phase, or was your bodyfat high enough that you knew in advance 60 lbs. would be the ticket?


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Post by: AVBG on September 18, 2008, 04:42:27 AM
I would have guessed you lost maybe 30 to 35 lbs. tops. Good job. Do you think you may have lost too much muscle during the diet phase, or was your bodyfat high enough that you knew in advance 60 lbs. would be the ticket?




Good question.

I planned this prep thoroughly and I wanted to get a good idea/starting point, so what I did was a DEXA scan - see link http://www.bodycomposition.com.au/ (http://www.bodycomposition.com.au/) to get a accurate measurement of my body composition. So I knew how much fat/muscle ect I was carrying. I had another DEXA scan on Monday and my lean body mass increased all the while I lost 60lbs.
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Post by: CQ on September 18, 2008, 09:29:29 AM
Great transformation!
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Post by: tu_holmes on September 18, 2008, 09:31:02 AM
Rocking and Rolling bro... You're ripped.

Please put your ass cheek back in your shorts now.

 :-X
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Post by: burn2live on September 18, 2008, 09:33:11 AM
Great stuff. Getting that grainy look
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Post by: AVBG on September 18, 2008, 08:20:02 PM
some great/funny comments!  8)

9 days out-I am today 194lbs (6') and 5% tighter then when the original pics were taken..will be posting more pics @ 6 days out.
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Post by: ASJChaotic on September 18, 2008, 08:34:28 PM
started out 30min per day post training...started diet april..lost 60lbs
nice job 60lbs  ;)
why did you get that heavy in the first place though?
was it that you just gave up on bodybuilding for a while then got back into it or
just a huge bulk phase that put alot of fluff on you?  ;D
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Post by: AVBG on September 18, 2008, 09:29:59 PM
nice job 60lbs  ;)
why did you get that heavy in the first place though?
was it that you just gave up on bodybuilding for a while then got back into it or
just a huge bulk phase that put alot of fluff on you?  ;D

I am a reformed perma-bulker, I read the mags and thought more was better.. I was deluded that I looked good.. I will be staying within 10lbs of competition weight after the show-guaranteed.
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Post by: dustin on September 19, 2008, 02:28:11 AM
You're one ripped, dry looking bastard. I had no idea man. Great transformation when compared to that off season pic!! Hope you do well!!!!! :o
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Post by: webcake on September 19, 2008, 03:21:48 AM
Looking real good mate, awesome transformation  8)

What and when is the show your doing? Are you in Sydney?

I ask because i'm probably going (watching) to the one at Cronulla sharks leagues club. I have a mate who is competing in it.
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Post by: musclecenter on September 19, 2008, 04:05:03 AM
;D - here is what I looked like before I started dieting.
Wow...great transformation !mate
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Post by: AVBG on September 19, 2008, 04:37:12 AM
Looking real good mate, awesome transformation  8)

What and when is the show your doing? Are you in Sydney?

I ask because i'm probably going (watching) to the one at Cronulla sharks leagues club. I have a mate who is competing in it.

Inba nsw- castle hill then nsw ifbb...make sure you come by and say g'day ok?
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Post by: webcake on September 19, 2008, 04:53:53 AM
Inba nsw- castle hill then nsw ifbb...make sure you come by and say g'day ok?

Yeah will do mate. I'll have to wear a shirt saying "webcke" or something, lol.  :D

I'll guess you will see my mate there.. He came 3rd at the Australian championships (under 90kg) in '07 and won his division and was overall champ this year at the south coast.
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Post by: AVBG on September 23, 2008, 06:06:21 PM
updated pic 7 day out...depleteeed
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Post by: flexingtonsteele on September 23, 2008, 06:10:10 PM
look good bro!
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Post by: AVBG on September 24, 2008, 04:23:01 AM
look good bro!

thanks Flex (the carb up begins tomorrow morning- CANT WAIT!).
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Post by: ripitupbaby on September 24, 2008, 05:05:46 AM
thanks Flex (the carb up begins tomorrow morning- CANT WAIT!).



Alex... looking awesome!!  Unbelieveable transformation!  Posing trunks look great. ;)

I am very excited for you.  I know how hard you have worked!  Enjoy the rest of it... you'll be feeling great as you carb up, and the show will be fun!  No matter what, treat yourself afterwards because you deserve it!

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Post by: ASJChaotic on September 24, 2008, 08:25:06 PM
thanks Flex (the carb up begins tomorrow morning- CANT WAIT!).

alex do you also cut water?
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Post by: flexingtonsteele on September 24, 2008, 08:27:15 PM
thanks Flex (the carb up begins tomorrow morning- CANT WAIT!).


haha i bet u cant, its nice to almost have it be over i bet.

so whats the carb up plan look like?
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Post by: AVBG on September 24, 2008, 10:41:18 PM
haha i bet u cant, its nice to almost have it be over i bet.

so whats the carb up plan look like?

the carb up is something like this..
First day- add 60gr carbs for each protein/fat meal.
Second day- 60gr carb at every meal.
Third day- same as day two, eliminate all shakes, cut added salt.
Day of show- is similar to above but with specific meals.
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Post by: AVBG on September 24, 2008, 10:45:26 PM
alex do you also cut water?


no cutting of water
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Post by: flexingtonsteele on September 24, 2008, 10:54:30 PM
no cutting of water

good move bro, i think thats the best way to go about it. No diuretics either then right?

and good luck with the carb up, how is it going so far??

What foods u carbing up with?
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Post by: AVBG on September 24, 2008, 11:30:29 PM
good move bro, i think thats the best way to go about it. No diuretics either then right?

and good luck with the carb up, how is it going so far??

What foods u carbing up with?

No diuretics at all, not even herbal/OTC.

The carb up is going great.. I feel good as I am doing it on the lower scale, just to be safe.

My carbs are white rice/ ricecakes.
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Post by: flexingtonsteele on September 24, 2008, 11:42:17 PM
great job bro, good luck this weekend, i know you'll do great!
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Post by: powerpack on September 25, 2008, 12:48:26 AM
Great transformation with the before diet and after diet pictures.
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Post by: AVBG on September 25, 2008, 04:04:09 AM
The last workout - 4 days out.
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Post by: ripitupbaby on September 25, 2008, 04:29:42 AM
The last workout - 4 days out.


Awesome pics.   8)

Kick some ass this weekend Alex! 
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Post by: webcake on September 25, 2008, 04:32:52 AM
Middle/lower back looks insane! :o
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Post by: kyomu on September 25, 2008, 05:37:56 AM
DRY 8)
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Post by: flexingtonsteele on September 25, 2008, 05:39:36 AM
your definetely shredded bro! great conditioning :)
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Post by: Overload on September 25, 2008, 07:31:28 AM
Good work!

You should do well.

8)
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Post by: tbombz on September 25, 2008, 07:42:43 AM
You are SHREDDDDED  ;)
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Post by: Get Rowdy on September 25, 2008, 06:29:37 PM
This pic's crazy, looking awesome.  Good luck.

(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=234555.0;attach=276783;image)
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Post by: polychronopolous on September 26, 2008, 07:27:20 AM
You look like one of those older guys from the P90x (or whatever it is) commercials on t.v. that is just bustin ass in the basement, gettin RIPPED!!!

Gotta love the dumbell set. Good luck on the show, keep us posted.
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Post by: CQ on September 26, 2008, 08:42:51 AM
You look great AVBG, best of luck in the show....also off topic a bit your face looks SO much younger with the weight off. You look way younger
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Post by: AVBG on September 27, 2008, 01:39:35 PM
I got roughly six hours to go before pre-judging. Bored...everyone is asleep.

One day out pic taken yesterday.
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Post by: d0nny2600 on September 27, 2008, 01:41:45 PM
I got roughly six hours to go before pre-judging. Bored...everyone is asleep.

One day out pic taken yesterday.
Awesome. Hope you do well dude
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Post by: jayfromeurope on September 27, 2008, 02:43:43 PM
wo great physique. Well done dude
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Post by: wes on September 27, 2008, 03:09:23 PM
Alex,you look fantastic buddy.............best of luck!
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Post by: AVBG on September 27, 2008, 03:18:47 PM
T mins 4 hrs to go to pre-judging, three meals down...only with 1/2 cup of coffee. Carbing is going on plan. final coat of tan has been applied.
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Post by: tbombz on September 27, 2008, 03:25:24 PM
T mins 4 hrs to go to pre-judging, three meals down...only with 1/2 cup of coffee. Carbing is going on plan. final coat of tan has been applied.
I am wondering if you used coffee for your liquid because of the caffiene content? If so, why? If not, did you think about the caffiene content?
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Post by: CQ on September 27, 2008, 04:31:55 PM
Good luck AVBG
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Post by: webcake on September 27, 2008, 04:32:48 PM
I got roughly six hours to go before pre-judging. Bored...everyone is asleep.

One day out pic taken yesterday.


Looking good mate!! 8)

If your bored, maybe sweep the floor... ;)
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Post by: ripitupbaby on September 27, 2008, 05:31:26 PM
I can't wait to see/hear how things went!!  It's more exciting than the Olympia!   :D

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Post by: ASJChaotic on September 27, 2008, 05:53:18 PM

Looking good mate!! 8)

If your bored, maybe sweep the floor... ;)


haha  ;D
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Post by: AVBG on September 28, 2008, 04:42:31 AM
Just got home.. I placed second in my class..10 people.. the guy who won beat me by miles in the symmetry  round (wide wide shoulders)..I was probably the most ripped in the show...The guy who beat me in my class came second in the overall.. I will post more pics once they're uploaded ect.. Thanks to all for your support.
Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: Max on September 28, 2008, 08:09:00 AM
Congrats mate.  2nd in your first show is awesome!  Bet you are on a high!
Does that placing qualify you for any other shows or was it a one off event?
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Post by: CQ on September 28, 2008, 09:18:07 AM
2nd out of 10 is great AVBG

Congrats! :-*
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Post by: powerpack on September 28, 2008, 09:27:02 AM
Congrats bro  ;)
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Post by: wavelength on September 28, 2008, 10:22:45 AM
Awesome, great inspiration! 8)
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Post by: AVBG on September 28, 2008, 12:24:20 PM
Congrats mate.  2nd in your first show is awesome!  Bet you are on a high!
Does that placing qualify you for any other shows or was it a one off event?

Thanks Max, I am qualified to compete in the Nationals (top two of each class) but I am not doing it this year.  I am happy with the result, the judges judged fairly, the scorecard was close but at the end of the day the person who won was the better. BTW mate this is my third show- albeit I hadn't done in too many years.
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Post by: ASJChaotic on September 28, 2008, 01:52:57 PM
Thanks Max, I am qualified to compete in the Nationals (top two of each class) but I am not doing it this year.  I am happy with the result, the judges judged fairly, the scorecard was close but at the end of the day the person who won was the better. BTW mate this is my third show- albeit I hadn't done in too many years.
way to go dude, I'd love to compete but there are no shows near where I live  >:(
well, I'll do Mr. Getbig and take it from there I guess
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Post by: Get Rowdy on September 28, 2008, 04:32:06 PM
Great work man 8), makes me feel like trying to get ripped.
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Post by: tbombz on September 28, 2008, 04:37:50 PM
Good Work !  :)

Whats up with the dude who is sitting at 15%bf though? haha.
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Post by: OTHstrong on September 28, 2008, 05:03:50 PM
Great Job man, and great conditioning, obviously paid off, 2nd out of 10 is extremely respectable. I am working through diet right now, only six weeks to go, so watching your progress is motivating. 8)
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Post by: ASJChaotic on September 28, 2008, 07:00:53 PM
Great work man 8), makes me feel like trying to get ripped.
rowdy you entering getbigIII?
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Post by: tbombz on September 28, 2008, 07:16:27 PM
Great Job man, and great conditioning, obviously paid off, 2nd out of 10 is extremely respectable. I am working through diet right now, only six weeks to go, so watching your progress is motivating. 8)
Any precontest pics? you should do a thread..update weekly.. The feedback will be good so you know where your at.
Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: OTHstrong on September 28, 2008, 07:24:19 PM
Any precontest pics? you should do a thread..update weekly.. The feedback will be good so you know where your at.
Ya Ok.
Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: Get Rowdy on September 28, 2008, 07:41:58 PM
rowdy you entering getbigIII?

Pretty sure you already asked me this.

 No, 90% chance I'm not doing it this year, though my family probably think I am since I'm dieting, tanning, and removing bodyhair  :P.


*AVBG did you do any sun-tanning for your comp? or just solely rely on protan?  Either way the tan looked good.
Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: ASJChaotic on September 28, 2008, 07:56:05 PM
Pretty sure you already asked me this.

 No, 90% chance I'm not doing it this year, though my family probably think I am since I'm dieting, tanning, and removing bodyhair  :P.


*AVBG did you do any sun-tanning for your comp? or just solely rely on protan?  Either way the tan looked good.
you gonna remove that porn star moustache?  ;D
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Post by: Get Rowdy on September 28, 2008, 08:08:05 PM
you gonna remove that porn star moustache?  ;D

Done.  ;D

You gonna remove that ponytail?  ;)
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Post by: ASJChaotic on September 28, 2008, 08:16:02 PM
Done.  ;D

You gonna remove that ponytail?  ;)
ahahhahahhahha

i knew that was coming  ;D


and no  8)
Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: flexingtonsteele on September 28, 2008, 08:30:41 PM
awesome bro! great job.

Congrats :)
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Post by: ripitupbaby on September 29, 2008, 04:42:53 AM
Just got home.. I placed second in my class..10 people.. the guy who won beat me by miles in the symmetry  round (wide wide shoulders)..I was probably the most ripped in the show...The guy who beat me in my class came second in the overall.. I will post more pics once they're uploaded ect.. Thanks to all for your support.


Awesome job Alex!!  Second out of ten and qualified... that's damn good.  Most importantly, you acheived what you set out to accomplish in the beginning, and more.  Very happy for you and I can't wait to see more pics!   :)

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Post by: AVBG on September 29, 2008, 01:41:45 PM
Good Work !  :)

Whats up with the dude who is sitting at 15%bf though? haha.

You can only compete against whoever shows up.

Great Job man, and great conditioning, obviously paid off, 2nd out of 10 is extremely respectable. I am working through diet right now, only six weeks to go, so watching your progress is motivating. 8)

There's no secret in contest prep except being consistent, goodluck in your prep.


*AVBG did you do any sun-tanning for your comp? or just solely rely on protan?  Either way the tan looked good.

Rowdy, I got a good base tan at the solarium..once a week for 5-6 weeks then for the show I used a product called contest colour and final coat.. It's an Aussie company/brand.. check out their site pke.com.au Lee Priest uses their product...It's much better than the protan/dreamtan.

awesome bro! great job.

Congrats :)

Thanks Flex :)


Awesome job Alex!!  Second out of ten and qualified... that's damn good.  Most importantly, you acheived what you set out to accomplish in the beginning, and more.  Very happy for you and I can't wait to see more pics!   :)

Thanks Lori, it's no secret that you've been a great motivator/support over the time of this prep.. I'll send you pics.. I got photoshoots this week (I know,who would have believed it possible?) .

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Post by: Stavios on September 29, 2008, 02:05:32 PM
looking incredible AVBG, congrats !

Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: Get Rowdy on September 29, 2008, 08:21:39 PM

Rowdy, I got a good base tan at the solarium..once a week for 5-6 weeks then for the show I used a product called contest colour and final coat.. It's an Aussie company/brand.. check out their site pke.com.au Lee Priest uses their product...It's much better than the protan/dreamtan.


Thanks mate, their products look great, plus they're situated really close to where I live.
Title: Re: AVBG -1 day out -(pic updated page3)
Post by: AVBG on September 30, 2008, 09:57:07 PM
I am wondering if you used coffee for your liquid because of the caffiene content? If so, why? If not, did you think about the caffiene content?

yes, coffee was used for both the liquids and caffeine content.. coffee is great.
Title: Re: AVBG -1 day out -(pic updated page3)
Post by: polychronopolous on September 30, 2008, 09:59:21 PM
yes, coffee was used for both the liquids and caffeine content.. coffee is great.
Are you a fan of ephedrine?
Title: Re: AVBG -1 day out -(pic updated page3)
Post by: AVBG on September 30, 2008, 11:00:31 PM
Are you a fan of ephedrine?
never tried it..what's it like?
Title: Re: AVBG -1 day out -(pic updated page3)
Post by: polychronopolous on September 30, 2008, 11:08:41 PM
never tried it..what's it like?
Look up the ECA stack thread on the Supplements board, has been very helpful in bringing out vascularity in my chest and arms.

Basically 200 mg of caffeine, 25 mg of Ephedrine and 81 mg of aspirin.
Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: tu_holmes on September 30, 2008, 11:44:57 PM
You looked great man... Way to bring the business.
Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: AVBG on October 01, 2008, 03:20:56 AM
You looked great man... Way to bring the business.

Thanks Tu.
Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: ripitupbaby on October 01, 2008, 05:54:29 PM
Thanks Lori, it's no secret that you've been a great motivator/support over the time of this prep.. I'll send you pics.. I got photoshoots this week (I know,who would have believed it possible?) .




How exciting!!  I can't wait!  Enjoy it alex! 

Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: nzmusclemonster on October 01, 2008, 06:49:50 PM
You looked awesome mate! Ripped to shreds  8)

So is it onwards and upwards to the Nationals from here?
Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: AVBG on October 01, 2008, 07:44:01 PM
You looked awesome mate! Ripped to shreds  8)

So is it onwards and upwards to the Nationals from here?

thanks cuz, no nationals this year.. I was  only going to do them if I had the momentum of the win, I'm going back to the drawing board and working on the delts and lats before th
 next show- next year.
Title: Re: AVBG -Competition results! I came second..2 pics pg 4
Post by: AVBG on October 08, 2008, 02:51:03 AM
New pics
Title: Re: AVBG -NEW Competition Pics page 5
Post by: AVBG on October 08, 2008, 02:54:07 AM
3 more
Title: Re: AVBG -NEW Competition Pics (added 8 Oct) page 5
Post by: musclecenter on October 08, 2008, 07:37:55 AM
Looks great!
Title: Re: AVBG -NEW Competition Pics (added 8 Oct) page 5
Post by: flexingtonsteele on October 08, 2008, 08:05:55 AM
looking tremendous bro! fantastic job :)
Title: Re: AVBG -NEW Competition Pics (added 8 Oct) page 5
Post by: ripitupbaby on October 09, 2008, 04:33:04 AM
Legs look really fantastic alex.  You did a great job!!!   8)

Title: Re: AVBG -NEW Competition Pics (added 8 Oct) page 5
Post by: polychronopolous on October 09, 2008, 08:53:49 AM
What kind of leg regimen do you use?
Title: Re: AVBG -NEW Competition Pics (added 8 Oct) page 5
Post by: AVBG on October 09, 2008, 11:22:29 AM
Backstage pics

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u66/AVBG/5.jpg)
Title: Re: AVBG -NEW Competition Pics/Backstage pics (added 9 Oct) page 5
Post by: AVBG on October 09, 2008, 11:26:42 AM
Right before pre-judging

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u66/AVBG/6.jpg)
Title: Re: AVBG -NEW Competition Pics/Backstage pics (added 9 Oct) page 5
Post by: ASJChaotic on October 09, 2008, 11:30:03 AM
Right before pre-judging

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u66/AVBG/6.jpg)
looking shredded bro  8)
Title: Re: AVBG -NEW Competition Pics/Backstage pics (added 9 Oct) page 5
Post by: polychronopolous on October 09, 2008, 11:36:21 AM
Who took that top pic of you with the shredded abs?
Title: Re: AVBG -NEW Competition Pics/Backstage pics (added 9 Oct) page 5
Post by: AVBG on October 09, 2008, 11:42:36 AM
Who took that top pic of you with the shredded abs?

I have a friend who's a photographer- he uses old school techniques (classic Leica camera) still shoots with film-doesn't use camera flash.

For legs all I do is 12 supersets of ass to heel squats (half pyramid up to 315) and stiff leg deadlfts (half pyramid to 225).  Then to finish off- sissy squats- 5 sets @ 15 reps.