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Title: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on April 12, 2014, 12:50:58 PM
Title of the video says:

"IFBB / NPC Bodybuilders Pose @ MetroFlex, Phoenix AZ  
IFBB Professional Bodybuilder Martae Ruelas poses, as well as national competitors Charles Curtis and Josh Barnett"

How can that poor structured midget (Martae Ruelas) be an IFBB pro?!
The only explanation I can find is that pro cards are given away too easily :-\

Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: insanity_bb on April 12, 2014, 12:54:03 PM
All but the Asian guy look like average permabulkers. Not even local competitor level. Maybe they look decent dieted way down, but I doubt it.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: wes on April 12, 2014, 12:59:34 PM
Google "Martae Ruelas bodybuilder".....kid looks fucking great in contest condition.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Simple Simon on April 12, 2014, 01:00:45 PM
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-J35u3DFteJk/UtbUPcb6vBI/AAAAAAAASZQ/QH1KnrXsMeo/s1600/Martae+Rueles+(6).jpg)
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kFbWQt0wLQ4/UoAa5tOs48I/AAAAAAAAwjQ/w4EoLk-OveQ/s1600/2013+11-09+Martae+04.jpg)
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on April 12, 2014, 01:05:32 PM
Google "Martae Ruelas bodybuilder".....kid looks fucking great in contest condition.

He's in shape, but is his 'total package of peace' (size, proportions, etc) pro-level?

(http://3b4efb995be6c5c64252-c03f075f8191fb4e60e74b907071aee8.r12.cf1.rackcdn.com/512650_1372451466.247.jpg) (http://www.bigbackgrips.com/media/wysiwyg/Profile_images/Martae_Ruelas/web.DSC_0621.jpg)
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: chimera on June 29, 2014, 10:43:50 PM
lol at basing your opinion of him on a video we shot in the OFF SEASON! I have seen some of the best of the best, Martae deserves to be a 212 Pro

ironaffinity.com/ifbb-pro-martae-ruelas-rise-phoenix/ (http://ironaffinity.com/ifbb-pro-martae-ruelas-rise-phoenix/)
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on June 30, 2014, 02:12:15 AM
lol at basing your opinion of him on a video we shot in the OFF SEASON! I have seen some of the best of the best, Martae deserves to be a 212 Pro

ironaffinity.com/ifbb-pro-martae-ruelas-rise-phoenix/ (http://ironaffinity.com/ifbb-pro-martae-ruelas-rise-phoenix/)

He has the conditioning, but lacks a good pair of arms. His waist seems a bit blocky in certain poses.

(http://www.ironaffinity.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Screen-Shot-2014-02-14-at-2.13.44-PM-172x300.png)
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Powerlift66 on June 30, 2014, 02:14:05 AM
Looks like little Haji, or starvin' marvin...

(http://www.gifmania.in/South-Park/Starvin-Marvin/mehr64.gif)
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: OTHstrong on June 30, 2014, 03:14:34 AM
Title of the video says:

"IFBB / NPC Bodybuilders Pose @ MetroFlex, Phoenix AZ 
IFBB Professional Bodybuilder Martae Ruelas poses, as well as national competitors Charles Curtis and Josh Barnett"

How can that poor structured midget (Martae Ruelas) be an IFBB pro?!
The only explanation I can find is that pro cards are given away too easily :-\


category winners get pro cards as well, which means you could be an IFBB pro at 150lb but that doesn't mean anything as they would never even place at the worse line up in any pro show due to lack of size.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on June 30, 2014, 03:23:38 AM
category winners get pro cards as well, which means you could be an IFBB pro at 150lb but that doesn't mean anything as they would never even place at the worse line up in any pro show due to lack of size.

Bingo, and that's the reason why I believe that pro cards are given away too easily, compared with the past.
Stuntmovie started some great threads about this NPC/IFBB policy with the pros & cons.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: ENZO on June 30, 2014, 03:31:32 AM
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-J35u3DFteJk/UtbUPcb6vBI/AAAAAAAASZQ/QH1KnrXsMeo/s1600/Martae+Rueles+(6).jpg)
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kFbWQt0wLQ4/UoAa5tOs48I/AAAAAAAAwjQ/w4EoLk-OveQ/s1600/2013+11-09+Martae+04.jpg)

Sick structure
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Hulkotron on June 30, 2014, 04:29:07 AM
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kFbWQt0wLQ4/UoAa5tOs48I/AAAAAAAAwjQ/w4EoLk-OveQ/s1600/2013+11-09+Martae+04.jpg)

I'd like to order a bowl of the corn of the thick slant-eyed wench.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Papper on June 30, 2014, 06:27:42 AM
I'd like to order a bowl of the corn of the thick slant-eyed wench.

Notice how high she has placed her leg in a unnatural position to emit maximal stank upon the brutish thugs
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 03, 2014, 02:56:44 PM
category winners get pro cards as well, which means you could be an IFBB pro at 150lb but that doesn't mean anything as they would never even place at the worse line up in any pro show due to lack of size.



I actually had to force myself down to the lightweight class to even make it probably losing a bit of muscle. I am now in the offseason with abs weighing 217... Arms have been a lagging part due to two ruptured biceps but we've been working on this area. I plan on taking the time off needed to grow and be a beast! - Martae
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on August 03, 2014, 03:08:50 PM


I actually had to force myself down to the lightweight class to even make it probably losing a bit of muscle. I am now in the offseason with abs weighing 217... Arms have been a lagging part due to two ruptured biceps but we've been working on this area. I plan on taking the time off needed to grow and be a beast! - Martae

First off, welcome to Getbig Martae.
Fair is fair, for being a lightweight you look excellent, but I believe that only an overall winner deserves a pro card.
Anyway, best of luck!

@Mods: please give this man his blue stars
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Natural Man on August 03, 2014, 03:14:04 PM


I actually had to force myself down to the lightweight class to even make it probably losing a bit of muscle. I am now in the offseason with abs weighing 217... Arms have been a lagging part due to two ruptured biceps but we've been working on this area. I plan on taking the time off needed to grow and be a beast! - Martae
but....why?
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on August 03, 2014, 03:22:57 PM
but....why?

Passion, simple is that.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Simple Simon on August 03, 2014, 03:26:41 PM


I actually had to force myself down to the lightweight class to even make it probably losing a bit of muscle. I am now in the offseason with abs weighing 217... Arms have been a lagging part due to two ruptured biceps but we've been working on this area. I plan on taking the time off needed to grow and be a beast! - Martae
Welcome, superb physique.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 03, 2014, 03:47:38 PM
First off, welcome to Getbig Martae.
Fair is fair, for being a lightweight you look excellent, but I believe that only an overall winner deserves a pro card.
Anyway, best of luck!

@Mods: please give this man his blue stars



Believe it or not I removed the OFBB title off of my Facebook profile because I can't really call myself a pro unless I step on the pro stage and hold my own against the leagues best. Paying homage to the greats set before us I believe hard work will show the reason why someone is placed where they are if they place well in their debut, much like everything else in this world hard work can only get you so far unless you have the genetics, luck, and circumstances in your favor. As far as why I had to squeeze down to lights I didn't want to be in the middle (weight wise) of the next weight class up. Being a lightweight I got second at the BMR West Coast Classic overall nearly winning the overall which is rare and nearly impossible these days. It may not be the same but Iv'e had a small taste of battling those bigger than me. - Martae
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 03, 2014, 03:50:24 PM
but....why?

Weighing in I didn't want to be in the middle of welters, not that I wouldn't have had a shot but when I squeezed down I was at the very top of the Lightweights and came in the next day at 7 pounds heavier which was nice. It all played out nicely, I can't complain at all. I am grateful.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Simple Simon on August 03, 2014, 03:53:28 PM


Believe it or not I removed the OFBB title off of my Facebook profile because I can't really call myself a pro unless I step on the pro stage and hold my own against the leagues best. Paying homage to the greats set before us I believe hard work will show the reason why someone is placed where they are if they place well in their debut, much like everything else in this world hard work can only get you so far unless you have the genetics, luck, and circumstances in your favor. As far as why I had to squeeze down to lights I didn't want to be in the middle (weight wise) of the next weight class up. Being a lightweight I got second at the BMR West Coast Classic overall nearly winning the overall which is rare and nearly impossible these days. It may not be the same but Iv'e had a small taste of battling those bigger than me. - Martae
If you make a living from bodybuilding you are a pro bodybuilder.
There are guys who don't even look like bodybuilders getting pro cards in the USA.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 03, 2014, 03:56:23 PM
If you make a living from bodybuilding you are a pro bodybuilder.
There are guys who don't even look like bodybuilders getting pro cards in the USA.

I make a living from training clients, my contract with Octane Labs, Big Back Grips who cuts me a check, and several sponsorships. Now It may not be much for starting out it's a great way to start anything especially in this industry. I plan on being competitive as well as ready for my pro debut next year. Iv'e already gone up to a lean 217. Im excited to see how things play out for me... - Martae
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Simple Simon on August 03, 2014, 03:57:20 PM
I make a living from training clients, my contract with Octane Labs, Big Back Grips who cuts me a check, and several sponsorships. Now It may not be much for starting out it's a great way to start anything especially in this industry. I plan on being competitive as well as ready for my pro debut next year. Iv'e already gone up to a lean 217. Im excited to see how things play out for me... - Martae
Good for you mate, will keep an eye on your progress.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 03, 2014, 03:57:38 PM
And Pain Train 52 who takes care of all my food expenses etc... Not too bad.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 03, 2014, 03:59:28 PM
Passion, simple is that.

And that is the blood of what we do! ;) - Martae
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: ENZO on August 03, 2014, 04:03:29 PM
Welcome man, great build
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: The Grim Lifter on August 03, 2014, 04:03:32 PM
I make a living from training clients, my contract with Octane Labs, Big Back Grips who cuts me a check, and several sponsorships. Now It may not be much for starting out it's a great way to start anything especially in this industry. I plan on being competitive as well as ready for my pro debut next year. Iv'e already gone up to a lean 217. Im excited to see how things play out for me... - Martae

Posting on getbig is a one way ticket to top 3 in a Pro Show. Just ask Phil Heath.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 03, 2014, 04:09:22 PM
category winners get pro cards as well, which means you could be an IFBB pro at 150lb but that doesn't mean anything as they would never even place at the worse line up in any pro show due to lack of size.



I weight 217 now this lean... My pro debut will tell if I am fit at this level or not...
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 03, 2014, 04:14:13 PM
This was last year...
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: The Grim Lifter on August 03, 2014, 04:17:05 PM
This was last year...

1, 2
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Schnauzer on August 03, 2014, 04:30:04 PM
Who dat?
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: stuntmovie on August 03, 2014, 04:35:46 PM
DROP .... IT'S NOT HOW ONE LOOKS ON STAGE  BUT .... HOW ONE PLACES WITHIN HIS/HER CLASS.

So if everyone in that class  looks like they should not be up there in the first place ... the two 'best of the worst' will be eligible for a Pro Card.

I may be mistaken by using the term "eligible".... but no amateur  is a PRO until he/she applies for that coveted Pro Card and receives it.

I use the term 'receives' because just a short while back an amateur had to be accepted/approved before that Pro Crd was 'issued".

I say "issued" ... because that word is used within the military  when they issue you size 12 combat boots for size 10 feet. .... Awe!! Forget that part...... It gets complicated!

Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: stuntmovie on August 03, 2014, 05:00:23 PM
Just read ONE TIME's post on page one and have to agree 100% with an attempt to offer one additional and hopefully "intelligent"  comment ......

OTH said, .....  " Category winners get pro cards as well, which means you could be an IFBB pro at 150lb but that doesn't mean anything as they would never even place at the worse line up in any pro show due to lack of size."

I think that the NPC/IFBB is well aware of the competitive situation in which these new IFBB Pros are not capable of competing in the present IFBB pro contests.

It's evident that the vast majority of these new  IFBB Pros would be competing in today's IFBB Pro shows with a definite disadvantage and would most likely decide to not renew their IFBB Pro Card each year.

This in turn would be a major financial 'disadvantage' within the IFBB which would most likely want each new pro to renew his/her Pro Card each year.

So there has got to be a "CARROT' !

And the best carrot I can  visualize  is to offer additional IFBB Pro Contests for various levels of pro competitors so that these new pros can compete against pros who are somewhat comparable to themselves.

Or something like that.



Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 03, 2014, 05:44:52 PM
Dexter Jackson used to be a bantamweight so that is not necessarily true...
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: johnnyb5309 on August 03, 2014, 06:03:41 PM
You look very similar to another pro from a different board although I believe he was a bit heavier. Nice build though
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Smokincrazy on August 03, 2014, 07:18:24 PM
This Martae kid will be fine in 2-3 more years of trsining. Size is eazy. He has great lines already
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Bevo on August 04, 2014, 07:06:58 AM
Dexter Jackson used to be a bantamweight so that is not necessarily true...

But I think he got his pro card as a light heavy if I'm not mistaken
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on August 04, 2014, 08:59:16 AM
DROP .... IT'S NOT HOW ONE LOOKS ON STAGE  BUT .... HOW ONE PLACES WITHIN HIS/HER CLASS.

So if everyone in that class  looks like they should not be up there in the first place ... the two 'best of the worst' will be eligible for a Pro Card.

I may be mistaken by using the term "eligible".... but no amateur  is a PRO until he/she applies for that coveted Pro Card and receives it.

I use the term 'receives' because just a short while back an amateur had to be accepted/approved before that Pro Crd was 'issued".

I say "issued" ... because that word is used within the military  when they issue you size 12 combat boots for size 10 feet. .... Awe!! Forget that part...... It gets complicated!

I understand Stunt, but my point (at least, I believe so...) is that giving a pro card to every class winner makes no sense (with all respect for those winners!).

I remember that you once wrote that this results in more fresh blood in the pro scene, which is a good thing, BUT... will this result in quality line ups as well in a pro show? I don't see that, so I would suggest that only overall winners receive a pro card.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: wolfrittner on August 04, 2014, 09:03:28 AM


I actually had to force myself down to the lightweight class to even make it probably losing a bit of muscle. I am now in the offseason with abs weighing 217... Arms have been a lagging part due to two ruptured biceps but we've been working on this area. I plan on taking the time off needed to grow and be a beast! - Martae
Welcome!! Awesome build. You will go far! Good luck!
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: njflex on August 04, 2014, 09:05:52 AM
I understand Stunt, but my point (at least, I believe so...) is that giving a pro card to every class winner makes no sense (with all respect for those winners!).

I remember that you once wrote that this results in more fresh blood in the pro scene, which is a good thing, BUT... will this result in quality line ups as well in a pro show? I don't see that, so I would suggest that only overall winners receive a pro card.

PRE MID TO LATE 2000'S..USA WAS OVERALL WAS ONLY PRO CARD,NOW THEY GIVE IT TO OVERALL 2ND RUNNER UP AND I THINK A 3RD AS WELL..AND THEN ALL THE PHYSIQUE /WOMENS END SO MANY.....

NATIONALS WAS ALWAYS CLASS WINNERS BUT OVERALL TITLE WAS GOOD AS MAIN TITLE FOR A BBER..
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on August 04, 2014, 09:43:17 AM
PRE MID TO LATE 2000'S..USA WAS OVERALL WAS ONLY PRO CARD,NOW THEY GIVE IT TO OVERALL 2ND RUNNER UP AND I THINK A 3RD AS WELL..AND THEN ALL THE PHYSIQUE /WOMENS END SO MANY.....

NATIONALS WAS ALWAYS CLASS WINNERS BUT OVERALL TITLE WAS GOOD AS MAIN TITLE FOR A BBER..

So, receiving a pro card was a true honor. Now, it's 'nice' to have that title for sponsorships/guest appearances/bb-related business, etc, but how far will it bring you on a pro stage when you won the light/mid weight class?
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: njflex on August 04, 2014, 10:37:03 AM
So, receiving a pro card was a true honor. Now, it's 'nice' to have that title for sponsorships/guest appearances/bb-related business, etc, but how far will it bring you on a pro stage when you won the light/mid weight class?
kinda same as today YOU HAD TO BE A LIGHT HEAVY AND UP ..to do damage,but George Farrah,david henry was a middleweight,david dearth was a middleweight he did good as well..
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on August 04, 2014, 10:56:08 AM
kinda same as today YOU HAD TO BE A LIGHT HEAVY AND UP ..to do damage,but George Farrah,david henry was a middleweight,david dearth was a middleweight he did good as well..

All those names were great physiques (PIP David), but to me it's impossible to compare a Lee Labrada with a Lee Haney. In this sense it's great to have the 212 class. Maybe we should get rid of the open class?
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: njflex on August 04, 2014, 11:01:04 AM
All those names were great physiques (PIP David), but to me it's impossible to compare a Lee Labrada with a Lee Haney. In this sense it's great to have the 212 class. Maybe we should get rid of the open class?
LABRADA PUSHED HANEY IN 90...
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on August 04, 2014, 11:07:14 AM
LABRADA PUSHED HANEY IN 90...

He did!, but how can you truly compare them? A Mike Christian with a Lee Haney is much easier.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: monstermunch on August 04, 2014, 11:08:51 AM
This was last year...

How dare that woman use her phone whilst in your presence.

Assume she was disciplined?
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: monstermunch on August 04, 2014, 11:10:01 AM
Who dat?

Speak on this.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: njflex on August 04, 2014, 11:20:25 AM
He did!, but how can you truly compare them? A Mike Christian with a Lee Haney is much easier.
GASPARI worked/drugged his ass of to sniff 3 2nds to lee...labrada was steady,christian if he had legs could have possibly dethroned lee,problem with Christian was he was original levrone he got bigger'gre'into show,he was like kev small/soft offseason..
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: nzmusclemonster on August 04, 2014, 12:36:53 PM
This was last year...

More pics of the whore.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 05, 2014, 05:31:30 AM
So, receiving a pro card was a true honor. Now, it's 'nice' to have that title for sponsorships/guest appearances/bb-related business, etc, but how far will it bring you on a pro stage when you won the light/mid weight class?

It all depends on how you train/diet/ put on quality muscle and bring a quality package. My friend Thomas Anderson after winning his pro card at the same show I did competed this last july  at wings of strength and placed 9th out of like 15 I believe (could be mistaken) which isn't bad considering the majority were more experienced and had more time as a pro. My first show after a 3 year hiatus from the sport I did was the West Coast Classic I came a point from winning the overall in Cali which if I did would have been unheard of for a very long time. Beating a Super heavyweight, heavyweight, and middle weighing at the most 80 pounds more. That being said I know the pro ranks are another story but I've held my own in the past. And if the past is an indicator taking 3rd at USA's my first pro qualifier ever then turning pro 4 months later at Nationals, I would say I may be someone with a spark... We shall see. - martae Ruelas
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 05, 2014, 05:36:07 AM
But I think he got his pro card as a light heavy if I'm not mistaken

Very true but as a bantam he won an overall. I came a point away from doing the same thing at a tough Cali show as a lightweight. We all start somewhere and we all were small for the most part is what I'm saying. It all boils down to what you do with a pro card and what you make of it... I'd rather go all out. Battle with the warlords of the sport and make a great pro debut. Which will show if I am fit for the pro ranks or not.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 05, 2014, 05:45:44 AM
Bingo, and that's the reason why I believe that pro cards are given away too easily, compared with the past.
Stuntmovie started some great threads about this NPC/IFBB policy with the pros & cons.

Here is the thing...
Everyone says that pro cards are handed out too easily while that may be the opinion expressed and feeling of how someone got their pro card or status, I beg to differ. There are way more competitors doing national shows than ever. People in a weight class have doubled. (which makes it tougher yet still) My last point which even you can agree on. While a boxer may be qualified to fight Mike Tyson in the ring as a new pro, reality will set in to tell the tale of (if he belongs there or not) when the gloves fly... We will be able to tell in the Tiajuana Pro Show in may coming up if I was handed one too easily and how my structure holds up against The OPEN class... Stay tuned. - Martae Ruelas
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on August 05, 2014, 06:16:35 AM
You bring some good points Martae, credits for that :)
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 05, 2014, 06:31:57 AM
You bring some good points Martae, credits for that :)

I definitely don't want to be one of those pros that isn't able to talk with anyone or be a people person. Heck out of high school senior year I weighed 110. I'm still that guy inside that just loves food and is a huge fan of the sport. This is what I believe, you aren't really a pro unless you are able to hold your own against the pros in the industry and can't improve from a placing. I haven't competed yet so as far as I'm concerned I'm just a guy sitting on the bench still. And any pro who gets on here and starts trash talking, putting down others, or doesn't know how to handle criticism from anyone professionally isn't really cut out for this. It takes thick skin and a lot of patience if you want to be marketable win or lose in this sport... - Martae Ruelas
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Army of One on August 05, 2014, 06:54:18 AM
Martae seems to come across as intelligent with a level head, very rare for a bodybuilder,
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: njflex on August 05, 2014, 08:35:07 AM
I definitely don't want to be one of those pros that isn't able to talk with anyone or be a people person. Heck out of high school senior year I weighed 110. I'm still that guy inside that just loves food and is a huge fan of the sport. This is what I believe, you aren't really a pro unless you are able to hold your own against the pros in the industry and can't improve from a placing. I haven't competed yet so as far as I'm concerned I'm just a guy sitting on the bench still. And any pro who gets on here and starts trash talking, putting down others, or doesn't know how to handle criticism from anyone professionally isn't really cut out for this. It takes thick skin and a lot of patience if you want to be marketable win or lose in this sport... - Martae Ruelas
might have been mentioned what weight class were u in?offseason weight ?
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 05, 2014, 11:50:35 AM
might have been mentioned what weight class were u in?offseason weight ?

I turned pro as a lightweight at only 154 pounds. I've won the middleweights as a local level bodybuilder but I wouldn't count that because some local shows nobody shows up. In the offseason my weight as of now is 217... I hope that whatever is left after I strip off the excess is solid muscle for the most part. I'm not used to being this big being out of breath fro just walking at times but I can still see my abs... We shall see where the cards fall. - Martae Ruelas
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: njflex on August 05, 2014, 11:56:18 AM
I turned pro as a lightweight at only 154 pounds. I've won the middleweights as a local level bodybuilder but I wouldn't count that because some local shows nobody shows up. In the offseason my weight as of now is 217... I hope that whatever is left after I strip off the excess is solid muscle for the most part. I'm not used to being this big being out of breath fro just walking at times but I can still see my abs... We shall see where the cards fall. - Martae Ruelas
AT ONLY 154 MEANS NOTHING,,,,a good build is a good build you know that,carry 154 nicely looks bigger,,you have a good build good luck,,shivas higa who turned pro few yrs back was light/welter had sick build,suprised he couldn't make dent in 212's yet,,
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 05, 2014, 11:58:03 AM
Martae seems to come across as intelligent with a level head, very rare for a bodybuilder,

For the most part I think unless I'm having one of my days where I'm late to meals and having back to back blonde moments as a result... - Martae Ruelas
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 05, 2014, 12:06:11 PM
AT ONLY 154 MEANS NOTHING,,,,a good build is a good build you know that,carry 154 nicely looks bigger,,you have a good build good luck,,shivas higa who turned pro few yrs back was light/welter had sick build,suprised he couldn't make dent in 212's yet,,

Shivas was and still is awesome he's a great example. It is rare for a lightweight or most lightweights to make any dent. But I have some screws loose lol. I am willing to do whatever it takes, I'm sure many have said this cliché "whatever it takes" before. But as for me you only live once I'd rather die dieting on a treadmill or expanding as wide as possible in the offseason to a big lean weight than die with a bunch of "What Ifs" and having a woe is me story about possibly walking with the gods of the sport... - Martae Ruelas
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: ENZO on August 05, 2014, 12:11:15 PM
I definitely don't want to be one of those pros that isn't able to talk with anyone or be a people person. Heck out of high school senior year I weighed 110. I'm still that guy inside that just loves food and is a huge fan of the sport. This is what I believe, you aren't really a pro unless you are able to hold your own against the pros in the industry and can't improve from a placing. I haven't competed yet so as far as I'm concerned I'm just a guy sitting on the bench still. And any pro who gets on here and starts trash talking, putting down others, or doesn't know how to handle criticism from anyone professionally isn't really cut out for this. It takes thick skin and a lot of patience if you want to be marketable win or lose in this sport... - Martae Ruelas
well said
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: latiuss on August 05, 2014, 12:53:50 PM
Shivas was and still is awesome he's a great example. It is rare for a lightweight or most lightweights to make any dent. But I have some screws loose lol. I am willing to do whatever it takes, I'm sure many have said this cliché "whatever it takes" before. But as for me you only live once I'd rather die dieting on a treadmill or expanding as wide as possible in the offseason to a big lean weight than die with a bunch of "What Ifs" and having a woe is me story about possibly walking with the gods of the sport... - Martae Ruelas


I pity people who say id rather die training etc. Makes me think Really? Is your life that shit?lol. They allmost always try and seem all heroic like they are on some crusade when its basically a lifestyle induced suicide.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Simple Simon on August 05, 2014, 12:55:51 PM

I pity people who say id rather die training etc. Makes me think Really? Is your life that shit?lol. They allmost always try and seem all heroic like they are on some crusade when its basically a lifestyle induced suicide.
I think what he means to say is that he would rather die trying to amount to something, be it bodybuilding or any other aspect of your life.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: latiuss on August 05, 2014, 12:59:57 PM
I think what he means to say is that he would rather die trying to amount to something, be it bodybuilding or any other aspect of your life.

Also quoting yourself is pretentious as fuck. - latiuss
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 05, 2014, 01:02:22 PM
I think what he means to say is that he would rather die trying to amount to something, be it bodybuilding or any other aspect of your life.

In a nutshell. Thank you for clarifying. Nobody I am sure looks for death as any result of a passion, but speaks in a way of looking at the wildest monstrosity of an obstacle in the most poetic way. It is what anyone does with immense passion and focus in anything that they do... I'd love to leave some kind of impression on the sport in any way shape or possible being as competitive as I can be. - Martae Ruelas
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Simple Simon on August 05, 2014, 01:04:30 PM
Also quoting yourself is pretentious as fuck. - latiuss
Quoting the wrong person isnt too bright. -simple simon
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: latiuss on August 05, 2014, 01:06:02 PM
Quoting the wrong person isnt too bright. -simple simon
that quote wasnt a mistake - latiuss
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Natural Man on August 05, 2014, 01:07:06 PM
In a nutshell. Thank you for clarifying. Nobody I am sure looks for death as any result of a passion, but speaks in a way of looking at the wildest monstrosity of an obstacle in the most poetic way. It is what anyone does with immense passion and focus in anything that they do... I'd love to leave some kind of impression on the sport in any way shape or possible being as competitive as I can be. - Martae Ruelas
you ll just end another nobody who never was with shot kidneys/liver/heart and dying prematurely in your 50s tho.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: latiuss on August 05, 2014, 01:12:08 PM
you ll just end another nobody who never was with shot kidneys/liver/heart and dying prematurely in your 50s tho.-uberman

Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 05, 2014, 01:13:59 PM
you ll just end another nobody who never was with shot kidneys/liver/heart and dying prematurely in your 50s tho.

Thing is everyones life is in everyone's own hands as well as their destiny, I am sure if we all tip toed through life there would be no Olympic gold winners, StrongMan Champions, Olympians, or Astronats, etc. Everyone knows the risks life has in each aspect and I would rather live than simply exist. Nothing is really guaranteed in life things may happen and if they do they do. Mcdonalds is worse than some things I know in the sport. I could walk outside and get hit by a bus for all I know. We all are the narrators of our life. If nobody likes the book they can read another. I'm choosing to go live on my own terms. - Martae Ruelas
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Simple Simon on August 05, 2014, 01:25:53 PM
you ll just end another nobody who never was with shot kidneys/liver/heart and dying prematurely in your 50s tho.
His choice.
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Natural Man on August 05, 2014, 01:29:05 PM
Thing is everyones life is in everyone's own hands as well as their destiny, I am sure if we all tip toed through life there would be no Olympic gold winners, StrongMan Champions, Olympians, or Astronats, etc. Everyone knows the risks life has in each aspect and I would rather live than simply exist. Nothing is really guaranteed in life things may happen and if they do they do. Mcdonalds is worse than some things I know in the sport. I could walk outside and get hit by a bus for all I know. We all are the narrators of our life. If nobody likes the book they can read another. I'm choosing to go live on my own terms. - Martae Ruelas
what do your loved ones, if you have any, think of your steroid abuse?
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Simple Simon on August 05, 2014, 01:34:15 PM
what do your loved ones, if you have any, think of your steroid abuse?
Abuse/use?
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: latiuss on August 05, 2014, 01:38:46 PM
what do your loved ones, if you have any, think of your steroid abuse?

she prolly wished he could still get it up
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 05, 2014, 01:56:32 PM
what do your loved ones, if you have any, think of your steroid abuse?

I don't have any family being homeless since the age of 8 my loved ones are mainly friends and fellow bodybuilders. They support everything I do as long as it isn't wreckless or anything odd outside of what any pro trying to do his best would normally do. If things were not a part of our sport as it is in football and prevalent in other sports as well it would be different. People pay tickets to see monsters and what isn't the norm like monsters killing themselves on the gridiron, not average joes you can see at your local park doing what just anyone can do... Nobody can truly frown upon actions taken by a man that doesn't hurt anyone else and even truly him as long as he best measures are taken. Not saying things don't happen but like I've said before there are risks to anything in life. I could rupture the disk in my back doing squats etc, we can go on about things I do etc but there are so many variables why even expound on this stuff. If I or anyone great ever did we wouldn't truly Live... - Martae Ruelas
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: old-school-lifter on August 05, 2014, 10:15:37 PM
solid physique martae

how long have you been training and what is your ethnic background

latino fillipino?
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: jamesjenkinsfitness on August 06, 2014, 04:03:01 PM
They look pretty good to me...
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: OneMoreRep on August 06, 2014, 04:15:19 PM
Welcome to GetBig Martae.

We wish you the very best on your next showing!

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Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: Martae Ruelas on August 06, 2014, 06:12:35 PM
Welcome to GetBig Martae.

We wish you the very best on your next showing!

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Thank you. I'm a fresh pro. New to all of this. Great site!
Title: Re: NPC/IFBB level competitors, WTF?!
Post by: DroppingPlates on August 07, 2014, 03:35:24 AM
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