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Pretty shut and dry...
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At 47 years old, Strydom looks as good, if not better, than the era when he was one of the IFBB's top stars. For those of us who've been around long enough to remember, the South African native copped the NPC Nationals in 1986, and won in his pro debut at the Night of Champions the following year.
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South African Native, Gary Strydom.
In 1988, a 230-pound Strydom finished fifth in his initial-and only-crack at the Mr. Olympia crown. In 1990 wrestling mogul Vince McMahon started the World Bodybuilding Federation; Strydom took the money (no official numbers have ever been given on his contract, but I'm sure it was quite lucrative) and ran. All the way to the bank, as Gary breezed to back-to-back wins in the WBF's short-lived, two-year adventure.
BodyStars:
WBF BodyStars was a weekly television program that aired in 1992 on USA Network. It was co-hosted by Vince McMahon, Cameo Kneuer, and Lex Luger. The show followed the training lifestyles of the bodybuilders, featured a variety of skits and humorous quips, and offered general bodybuilding and health-related advice. The program changed its title to BodyStars in late 1992 after the WBF had disbanded, and having lost half its appeal, was soon taken off the air.
But, even McMahon won't put up with heavy losses for too long (despite creating both a television show and a magazine devoted strictly to the WBF), and in 1992 that game was over.
Strydom, owner of the popular clothing line Crazee Wear, bought a condo near in the beach in Venice and just enjoyed life until he decided to get back on stage. That stage was the Beacon Theater, at the NOC, in 1996; that was the last time his fans got to see him compete.
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Enjoying Life.
He's Back!
Fast-forward a decade. I see Gary sitting in the seats at the Iron Man Pro in February; we chatted for a long time after the contest and Strydom indicates he wished he would have been in the line-up. Says he's in great condition, at over 290 pounds.
I could see the look in his eye - he was more than anxious to prove he could tangle with the younger dudes. No Masters competitions for this guy. "Those shows are for the people who can't compete on a high level," he would always stress. I knew it wouldn't be long for the announcement to come - yes, Gary Strydom was coming back once more.
About a month later Gary calls, and says he's going to compete at the Colorado Pro on May 13 and the New York Pro a week later.
A Return To Aesthetics:
But why, after all these years, does Strydom find a need to put on the posing trunks again?
For several reasons. First of all, Strydom watched closely when the Ben Weider mandate was released last year, citing that bloated belly's would no longer be tolerated, that the small waist, flat tummy and overall aesthetic look would be rewarded. Which, of course, the 6' 1 1/2" Strydom possesses.
"Bodybuilding has turned into mass building," says Strydom, "and it's not something most people, including me, would want to look like. These distended stomachs are ridiculous. Bodybuilding should be about balance; if one bodypart stands out over the rest of the physique, that person should not be rewarded with wins, or high placings.
"I wanted to prove that a big man could still have a small waist, a balanced, aesthetic physique. I weighed 278 pounds today (Friday, April 21) and am tight and grainy with a good, overall flow. I think I look better now than when I won the WBF titles; I weighed 258 then, but wasn't nearly as hard as I am today."
He is admittedly concerned that the credo might not be followed, however. "They didn't use that as a guideline at last year's Mr. Olympia," Strydom says. "But, after watching the Iron Man, and seeing Dexter Jackson win the Arnold again, I feel better about the direction the sport could be going. I'm a big fan of Dexter's physique, and feel I'm a larger version of Jackson."
Gary, who normally trains at Gold's from 9 pm to midnight, perused the Colorado and New York line-ups and says he feels confident "I won't embarrass myself."
"I will probably be around 270 on stage; I really don't have any weight to lose," he said. "I was ready to go 10 weeks ago - I was really tempted to enter the Iron Man."
I also got Strydom to admit what I've known for sometime now. He's bored. "Yes, I miss the excitement of competing, of traveling around the world and meeting all the fans," Gary says. "That was the thing I've missed the most over the years."
And, he still has that droll sense of humor. "Somebody asked me when I was doing the photo shoot if I was thinking about competing again - I said yes, that I was getting ready for the Muscle Beach contest," Strydom quipped.
So, what's the secret to your fountain of youth, big guy? "I guess it's a combination of things," he says. "Genetics, of course, and years of steady training, knowing what type of training works for your body, becoming precise about nutrition, how much cardio is necessary to be your best and son on.
"I'm really confident right now, and feel I'm going to do well in these contests. I want to show the bodybuilding world what the new, classic version of Gary Strydom looks like.
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Strydom is amazing!
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no official figures were released! Its been stated many times he was getting $400,000 a year from Vince when he signed a 3 year deal
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Seriously, his age is irrelevant.. He has the test levels of a typical 18 year old.
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I am a huge fan of Gary's but to say he is going to compete at 270 ish....
When he was in the WBF he was 265 and looked bigger than he does now...
Something ain't right.....
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Nothing against Gary but he does not look nearly as good as he used to in that pic. He would get stomped
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I am a huge fan of Gary's but to say he is going to compete at 270 ish....
When he was in the WBF he was 265 and looked bigger than he does now...
Something ain't right.....
I used to train with Gary and I will say 2 things.
1) he was not 290 in his heyday, there is no way he weighe that now.
2) I doubt very much he will come through and actually compete.
Although he is one of my idols(from a bodybuilding perspective) and an icon in the sport, he should leave well enough alone
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2) I doubt very much he will come through and actually compete.
But he told Shawn Ray that he would, what makes you think he will do diffrent ?
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cool dude - probably one of the few that actually made a ton of money in this sport.
;) ;D
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But he told Shawn Ray that he would, what makes you think he will do diffrent ?
Lets just say my gut tell's me so. He is infamous for backing out of commitments.
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Lets just say my gut tell's me so. He is infamous for backing out of commitments.
More to this, me thinks. Come on Rhino...spill it.
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Rhino, dont be so quick to put your Foot in your mouth when commenting on other Pro's.
What gary has done and is doing is amazing for anyones age, so please refrain from knocking the guy.
He fulfilled his commitment to the IFBB when he was competing, same with the WBF, can you point out any instances where he Failed to comply with commitments to compete since we are talking about competing? ???
Out,
S. Ray
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Sounds like Gary is in it for the Love of the Game. ;D
God bless him.
S. Ray
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I used to train with Gary and I will say 2 things.
1) he was not 290 in his heyday, there is no way he weighe that now.
2) I doubt very much he will come through and actually compete.
Although he is one of my idols(from a bodybuilding perspective) and an icon in the sport, he should leave well enough alone
Rhino someone who has accomplished nothing signifigant in Bodybuilding, like yourself, should not be telling a legend if they should compete or not. BTW Gary is light years ahead of your physique in recent pics, so if he should refrain from competing you should not even consider it.
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Rhino someone who has accomplished nothing signifigant in Bodybuilding, like yourself, should not be telling a legend if they should compete or not. BTW Gary is light years ahead of your physique in recent pics, so if he should refrain from competing you should not even consider it.
I never said he should refrain because he was not good enough, it's just he was soooooo great. It would be ashame not to remmber him that way. No doubt, one of the greatest....
Try to relax, and stop worriing about jumping all over me.
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Rhino someone who has accomplished nothing signifigant in Bodybuilding, like yourself, should not be telling a legend if they should compete or not. BTW Gary is light years ahead of your physique in recent pics, so if he should refrain from competing you should not even consider it.
That sentiment, while admirable, goes for the whole board. Rhino has accomplished more in bb than 99% of us...so if he can't talk...then we defintely can't.
Then the board would be really boring ;D
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Rhino, dont be so quick to put your Foot in your mouth when commenting on other Pro's.
What gary has done and is doing is amazing for anyones age, so please refrain from knocking the guy.
He fulfilled his commitment to the IFBB when he was competing, same with the WBF, can you point out any instances where he Failed to comply with commitments to compete since we are talking about competing? ???
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S. Ray
I agree Shawn, I was not putting him down,, he was greater than I will ever be,, and much better than you ever were. I am not knocking him, so relax Mr. IFBB. I knoew him, and know for a fact that he backed out of a comp, and was infamous for trying to get out of apearances. I bet you $1 he does not compete at your show.
Although, you have all missed the point(None of you are very bright)
I hope he DOES compete.
Shawn, you have lost me as one of your fans. You should treat me with more respect.
Make no mistake though, I'm not impressed.
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I agree Shawn, I was not putting him down,, he was greater than I will ever be,, and much better than you ever were. I am not knocking him, so relax Mr. IFBB. I knoew him, and know for a fact that he backed out of a comp, and was infamous for trying to get out of apearances. I bet you $1 he does not compete at your show.
Although, you have all missed the point(None of you are very bright)
I hope he DOES compete.
Shawn, you have lost me as one of your fans. You should treat me with more respect.
Make no mistake though, I'm not impressed.
Not impressed at all.
remember, I don't have to kiss ass, I have a job, a life, and I do this for the love of it, so don't you knock me.
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That sentiment, while admirable, goes for the whole board. Rhino has accomplished more in bb than 99% of us...so if he can't talk...then we defintely can't.
Then the board would be really boring ;D
Well mabey I am misinterpreting what Rhino was saying but IMO his post seemed a little disrepectful. Anyway the fact that Rhino is a competitive bodybuilder, one would think he would be inclined to respect the legends of his chosen "sport".
Could you Imagine someone playing amature Hockey having the odasity to say "Mario Lemuiex should stay retired"?
I think not.
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Gary strydom has dipped into the fountain of youth yes but he is not bigger or in the league of cutler,coleman,in size or conditioning,he would have to be at all time best he is no vince taylor who still can bring total package to stage that includes posing,and polish.strydom does not have pro track record as taylor. in his prime who know's how many show's he could have taken.until then he is an enigma,a good one at that.He could not have loved competing that much he did a total of 10 show's or less milos did 70 or so in a span of 1992 to 2002.
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Well mabey I am misinterpreting what Rhino was saying but IMO his post seemed a little disrepectful. Anyway the fact that Rhino is a competitive bodybuilder, one would think he would be inclined to respect the legends of his chosen "sport".
Could you Imagine someone playing amature Hockey having the odasity to say "Mario Lemuiex should stay retired"?
I think not.
Well, I AM a Legitimate pro. That aside, yes you read me wrong, I would NEVER disrespect Gary. He was one of the greastest, and by the way a freind. I just know him, and don't think he will compete.
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I speak with an individual on a regular basis in Venice who has witnessed Gary step on the scales at 290.....gotta remember, he's 6' 1"
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I speak with an individual on a regular basis in Venice who has witnessed Gary step on the scales at 290.....gotta remember, he's 6' 1"
Maybe he is, I don't know his weight, and please, I was not disrespecting him, at all.
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You should treat me with more respect.
Respect is earned - the continual reminder of a delusional rhino.
THIS is not showing respect for a "friend"...
I used to train with Gary and I will say 2 things.
1) he was not 290 in his heyday, there is no way he weighe that now.
2) I doubt very much he will come through and actually compete.
Although he is one of my idols(from a bodybuilding perspective) and an icon in the sport, he should leave well enough alone
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I hope Gary does compete, it would be fun to see him up against some of the younger guys - David Henry, Phil Heath, etc.
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As soon as Gary figures out that Shawn isn't paying for his airfare, Gary isn't going anywhere near Colorado.
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As soon as Gary figures out that Shawn isn't paying for his airfare, Gary isn't going anywhere near Colorado.
Yes, thats what I was alluding to, and I understand he recently found out.....
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Gary should consider the PDI.
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Gary should consider the PDI.
How do you know he isn't?
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RHino, your a Pro?
Pro What?
There's one is every bunch. ::)
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As soon as Gary figures out that Shawn isn't paying for his airfare, Gary isn't going anywhere near Colorado.
Gary Strydom ain't paying his own way to a show no fucking way...
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RHino, your a Pro?
Pro What?
There's one is every bunch. ::)
I didnt know NPC counted as a pro.
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Rhino u get all bent when people jump all over u but stop making stupid comments.Gary was better than Shawn ever was?! You do know who Shawn Ray is right? Gary got fifth in one Olympia right? What did Shawn do,like ten Olympia's and finished top five in most and should have won two of them. We are talking about one of the greatest bodybuilders ever. Just cause u have the asthetics of a fridge don't hate on someone with great symetry. You know u would give your left nut to have a waistline anywhere 30 inches. All these guys that say they prefer mass monsters just like them because they can relate to them. Shitty genetics+Tons of juice=Mass Monster=Rhino.
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Rhino u get all bent when people jump all over u but stop making stupid comments.Gary was better than Shawn ever was?! You do know who Shawn Ray is right? Gary got fifth in one Olympia right? What did Shawn do,like ten Olympia's and finished top five in most and should have won two of them. We are talking about one of the greatest bodybuilders ever. Just cause u have the asthetics of a fridge don't hate on someone with great symetry. You know u would give your left nut to have a waistline anywhere 30 inches. All these guys that say they prefer mass monsters just like them because they can relate to them. Shitty genetics+Tons of juice=Mass Monster=Rhino.
Edit,
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Good Office Job?
Things that make you go, "Hhhhhhhhhhmmmmmmmmmmm... .....?" :-\
RHino, we need more Coffee!
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Shawn "Good Office Job?
Things that make you go, "Hhhhhhhhhhmmmmmmmmmmm... .....?"
RHino, we need more Coffee"
That was funny..lol!
DOug
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Good Office Job?
Things that make you go, "Hhhhhhhhhhmmmmmmmmmmm... .....?" :-\
RHino, we need more Coffee!
Okay, maybe we should talk about your extracurricular business......
what job have you ever had?
Did'nt your mother go to jail for dealing dealing drugs or something?
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Okay, maybe we should talk about your extracurricular business......
what job have you ever had?
Did'nt your mother go to jail for dealing dealing drugs or something?
Way to take the classy road and bring a guys mother into the discussion. Pure class Rhino. ::)
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Way to take the classy road and bring a guys mother into the discussion. Pure class Rhino. ::)
Oh, anyone can say whatever they want about me, but when I push back, ohhhhh, boo hooo, I'm the bad guy.
Trust me, I am being a gentleman, all the things I have heard about him, i could really go off.
And seriously, I heard his mom went to jail for dealing drugs, don't know if it is true though.
Shawn, you like apples? how you like them apples?
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RHino, your a Pro?
Pro What?
There's one is every bunch. ::)
Yeah, and your him.
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First all there is No in hell Gary is 278lbs in that pic , he is lucky if he is 248lbs , he is in fantastic shape , especically considering his age , but he is embelishing just a tad , second I would like to see Gary compete , he looks really good in that pic I would say he could be top 10 material
Gary not counting is 2 WBF wins , has 4 IFBB Pro win , thats 2 more than Shawn Ray ;) in just 4 years as a Pro in the IFBB
and finally someone who agrees with me :)
"Bodybuilding has turned into mass building," says Strydom, "and it's not something most people, including me, would want to look like. These distended stomachs are ridiculous. Bodybuilding should be about balance; if one bodypart stands out over the rest of the physique, that person should not be rewarded with wins, or high placings.
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Oh, anyone can say whatever they want about me, but when I push back, ohhhhh, boo hooo, I'm the bad guy.
Trust me, I am being a gentleman, all the things I have heard about him, i could really go off.
And seriously, I heard his mom went to jail for dealing drugs, don't know if it is true though.
Shawn, you like apples? how you like them apples?
not saying you should not be able to push back Rhino, but talking about a guys mom is a low blow if there ever was one.
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I feel it only fitting that all future references to professional status gained from PDI should be preceded with PDI (Pro). Claiming to be a professional (pro) bodybuilder conjures connotative images of worthy IFBB athletes competing in a sporting and not corporate organisation.
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not saying you should not be able to push back Rhino, but talking about a guys mom is a low blow if there ever was one. I didnt think you were that kind of person.
Well, I am ussually not, but when pulled down to that level, I don't know, since you put it that way- you are right, I just don't get it, the guy attacks me, for no good reason, I have always been respectful to him.
What would you do?- but you are right, I should not let anyone get me to that point, i am If I offended anyone.
Shawn, i am sorry for attacking you.
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I feel it only fitting that all future references to professional status gained from PDI should be preceded with PDI (Pro). Claiming to be a professional (pro) bodybuilder conjures connotative images of worthy IFBB athletes competing in a sporting and not corporate organisation.
So you ar saying that if someone is an IFBB pro, they are automatically higher than a PDI Pro?
Half the guys at the new york pro, I could destroy
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So you ar saying that if someone is an IFBB pro, they are automatically higher than a PDI Pro?
Half the guys at the new york pro, I could destroy
No. I'm saying that they are qualified to use the term 'pro'. I'm not belittling your physique nor your achievements. I'm merely stating that using this term has different connotations, of which none pertain to your status as a 'PDI' pro.
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Rhino u get all bent when people jump all over u but stop making stupid comments.Gary was better than Shawn ever was?! You do know who Shawn Ray is right? Gary got fifth in one Olympia right? What did Shawn do,like ten Olympia's and finished top five in most and should have won two of them. We are talking about one of the greatest bodybuilders ever. Just cause u have the asthetics of a fridge don't hate on someone with great symetry. You know u would give your left nut to have a waistline anywhere 30 inches. All these guys that say they prefer mass monsters just like them because they can relate to them. Shitty genetics+Tons of juice=Mass Monster=Rhino.
It's like a guy driving a Camaro calling a Ferrari a piece of shit.
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It's like a guy driving a Camaro calling a Ferrari a piece of shit.
Yeah, I know you do that all the time to me.
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Can we lay off the mom thing please people?
I find it to be *extremely* poor taste to talk about his mom.
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Yeah, I know you do that all the time to me.
" I make more money than you" reference no. 168
That comment wasn't directed at you, just making an observation.
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" I make more money than you" reference no. 168
That comment wasn't directed at you, just making an observation.
didn't you know that "Rhino" has a 2 trillion dollar budget and if need be he can order the U.S. Mint to print more money, Groink?
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didn't you know that "Rhino" has a 2 trillion dollar budget and if need be he can order the U.S. Mint to print more money, Groink?
YESyes. He's got the central bank on speed dial
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YESyes. He's got the central bank on speed dial
yeah i mean all of the financial czars sit in 4ft. by 4ft. cubicles.
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Dude, at least the guy isnt blowing dudes or selling junk to compete.
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That sentiment, while admirable, goes for the whole board. Rhino has accomplished more in bb than 99% of us...so if he can't talk...then we defintely can't.
Then the board would be really boring ;D
Great point! ;D
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I can hardly believe my eyes!
I guess this is where the pro's come and really battle it out... :D
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I can hardly believe my eyes!
I guess this is where the pro's come and really battle it out... :D
Careful with writing "pro's" when it's not possessive. People will think that you are Tom Prince in disguise ;D
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No, Shawn let his mother do his prison time for him. I think thats far more reprehensible than either of the aforementioned acts.
The past is the past... lets move on...
Its 2006 and Strydom is looking half his age at 47 and has matured/perfected his musculature...
The motivation to showup the 'distended belly youngsters' is enough to make any 80's/90's BB's get back on stage and show 'em how its done. ;-)
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Careful with writing "pro's" when it's not possessive. People will think that you are Tom Prince in disguise ;D
Could it be?... :o
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Regardless of the status of IFBB pro or PDI pro, Rhino has achieved somthing most could never even come close to, in the sport of bodybuilding.
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RHino, you dont have to apologize to me, I dont even know you?
Everybody talks about someones momma fromtime to time, She dont know you either?
Anyway, I guess you intellegently answered my question or did you of being a Pro at or of what?
Sorry to have offended you with such a sensitive subject matter but you brought it on yourself.
Is that me attacking you?
You bro, back up off the Test. :-*
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Could it be?... :o
The fact that he didn't reply makes me suspicious :-\
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Regardless of the status of IFBB pro or PDI pro, Rhino has achieved somthing most could never even come close to, in the sport of bodybuilding.
Thanks bro.
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Rhino what are you taking right now ... Lets be honest, a lil Test...Deca , Dura ??
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Rhino what are you taking right now ... Lets be honest, a lil Test...Deca , Dura ??
Why do you ask this question?
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Thanks bro.
Your welcome man, even though we may not always see eye to eye, its important to remain objective.
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RHino, you dont have to apologize to me, I dont even know you?
Everybody talks about someones momma fromtime to time, She dont know you either?
Anyway, I guess you intellegently answered my question or did you of being a Pro at or of what?
Sorry to have offended you with such a sensitive subject matter but you brought it on yourself.
Is that me attacking you?
You bro, back up off the Test. :-*
really shawn, I've said this before and I'll say it again..you were a great bodybuilder, probably one of my all time favs but you come off like an absolute dick on this board. Why in the world would you even start up with the guy? What was in it for you? You were just being a dick. We all get it you were a great competitor, you should have won olympia's..does not give you the right to rip somone jsut for the sake of ripping them...
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Regardless of the status of IFBB pro or PDI pro, Rhino has achieved somthing most could never even come close to, in the sport of bodybuilding.
And what is that, exactly? Nobody seem to know it, so why don't you give some details, if there is any? Guy have a good office job, so what? Quite many have that, so you have to do better. He isn't big, he doesn't look good, his structure is bad and his face look like shaved monkeys ass. So where and what he have exactly achieved never ever anywhere ?
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RHino, you dont have to apologize to me, I dont even know you?
Everybody talks about someones momma fromtime to time, She dont know you either?
Anyway, I guess you intellegently answered my question or did you of being a Pro at or of what?
Sorry to have offended you with such a sensitive subject matter but you brought it on yourself.
Is that me attacking you?
You bro, back up off the Test. :-*
Hahahaha! Shawn spells intelligently wrong. Oh the irony is strong with this one. Shawn, I can't believe with a giant head like yours you cant fit some rudimentary english.
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And what is that, exactly? Nobody seem to know it, so why don't you give some details, if there is any? Guy have a good office job, so what? Quite many have that, so you have to do better. He isn't big, he doesn't look good, his structure is bad and his face look like shaved monkeys ass. So where and what he have exactly achieved never ever anywhere ?
Yeah, he's not big at all. ::)
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Looks like Gary has officially stolen Jay Cutler's haircut
(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=67988.0;attach=75391;image)
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He's sporting Jay's trademark "Hitler Youth" haircut.
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He's sporting Jay's trademark "Hitler Youth" haircut.
He's got the middle-aged version - the "Hitler Youth Rug".
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Your welcome man, even though we may not always see eye to eye, its important to remain objective.
Yeah, very cool bro.
and by the way, we see eye to eye more than you think.
keep it up bro...you are okay in my book.
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Why do you ask this question?
B/c your a bodybuilder gettin ready for a show and I want to see how forthright you are with being honest
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B/c your a bodybuilder gettin ready for a show and I want to see how forthright you are with being honest
Well, I apreciate that, but I don't feel comfortable enough due to my career. can you dig?
I would be happy to answer any of your question offline, okay bro?
I hope you understand, banter is one thing, but I have to be careful, you know?
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Well, I apreciate that, but I don't feel comfortable enough due to my career. can you dig?
I would be happy to answer any of your question offline, okay bro?
I hope you understand, banter is one thing, but I have to be careful, you know?
Rhino, you seem to me like a decent guy, sorry we got off on the wrong foot.
I have a question. We all know how ignorant the general public is when it comes to gear, and I was wondering if you get many questions/accusations at your work about using or abusing Anabolic steroids? Do the people at your office respect your bodybuilding hobby?
Thanks, and I understand if you do not feel comfortable answearing,
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Rhino, you seem to me like a decent guy, sorry we got off on the wrong foot.
I have a question. We all know how ignorant the general public is when it comes to gear, and I was wondering if you get many questions/accusations at your work about using or abusing Anabolic steroids? Do the people at your office respect your bodybuilding hobby? Do people at your office ask you for training and diet tips?
Thanks, and I understand if you do not feel comfortable answearing,
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He's got the middle-aged version - the "Hitler Youth Rug".
Hahahaha...makes you wonder what Hitler would have thought about bodybuilders taking his haircut ;D
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Rhino, you seem to me like a decent guy, sorry we got off on the wrong foot.
I have a question. We all know how ignorant the general public is when it comes to gear, and I was wondering if you get many questions/accusations at your work about using or abusing Anabolic steroids? Do the people at your office respect your bodybuilding hobby?
Thanks, and I understand if you do not feel comfortable answearing,
He probably tells them its all diet and hard work.
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He probably tells them its all diet and hard work.
That is not the point of my question. I am just curious as to whether the general public, who interact with Rhino, equate massive size with steroids, automatically.
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Gary Strydom competed in Sydney in a big show about 15 years ago. Roy Callendar and Bob Paris were in the line up and so were several other top guys at the time. Well, Paris did his routine and brought the house down. What a beautiful physique and he looked big. Roy was hugely popular in Sydney having won here previously. However, when Gary came out to pose he was clearly on another level to what we had witnessed and was declared the winner that day. I thought how he overshadowed Paris. Several of the guys went into the audience during the posedown but Gary stayed on stage acting and looking the winner. It is clear he would have won the Olympia had he hung around the IFBB. He took the money offered from the wrestling shows and ended up doing quite well out of the game.
I am very impressed with the size of his arms in some of those recent photos. The guy is a champion any way you look at it.
By the way, in the good ole days you were considered a professional bodybuilder if you owned a gym! Hell, that doesn't make anyone a pro! Matter of fact if you own a gym you have less time and energy to train than your members. I doubt I could beat novices or juniors nowadays! Gary and a few others have proven that it is possible to build huge muscles at what was considered a retirement age in bodybuilding. I give full credit to anyone who presents as he does. I have no idea what he does but I have to say he looks amazing.
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Dude, at least the guy isnt blowing dudes or selling junk to compete.
Yeah, excellent point. Billy, you also made a couple really good posts earlier this week that I was just too tired to reply to with an appreciative reply myself. I get on here, if I get on here at all, late at night after work, so I am sometimes just too tired. Sorry, will try to do better, as I really like to stay as fair and objective as possible.
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Rhino, you seem to me like a decent guy, sorry we got off on the wrong foot.
I have a question. We all know how ignorant the general public is when it comes to gear, and I was wondering if you get many questions/accusations at your work about using or abusing Anabolic steroids? Do the people at your office respect your bodybuilding hobby?
Thanks, and I understand if you do not feel comfortable answearing,
Great question, I think people know the deal. Some don't discuss it, some come out and ask. Most people do realize that being a good athlete, no matter what the sport, is not just about drugs, there are a lot of other factors, and many people respect me immensley for what I do.
Funny story, The largest bank in the world(try to fiqure it out) is trying to steal me from my firm right now. I went to meet with the senior vice pres. of sales and he says " have you seen the show-the man with the exploding arms?" i explained to him about synthol and such. He then asked me "well can I ask the question, or is it out of line?"
I acted stupid, and said" what question?" he said "do you take steriods?"
I said "NO" I have good genentics and don't need to"
I guess it is a comfort level with who you are speaking with, but yes i get these as well as medical questions all the time.
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So you do agree that some things are more important than honesty for the sake of honesty?
I tell everyone who wants to know if I juice "no" but then make fun of the idea in a way that makes it sound ridiculous... for instance...
"Yeah im going out for lunch, im going to get a smoothie with extra steroids in it...""
Then when the ask me if I do juice then I tell them nah of course not...why would i...
In corporate America , I think they are more worried that you are going to 'rage' or have health probs as opposed to them being illegal. The general concensus is that you can go to GNC and get cupplements which are just as 'bad' as steroids
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So you do agree that some things are more important than honesty for the sake of honesty?
I tell everyone who wants to know if I juice "no" but then make fun of the idea in a way that makes it sound ridiculous... for instance...
"Yeah im going out for lunch, im going to get a smoothie with extra steroids in it...""
Then when the ask me if I do juice then I tell them nah of course not...why would i...
In corporate America , I think they are more worried that you are going to 'rage' or have health probs as opposed to them being illegal. The general concensus is that you can go to GNC and get cupplements which are just as 'bad' as steroids
Yeah, I mean lets face it, unless you live our world, it is hard to understand. And really, when you think about it, the life is crazy, the rish vs reward, I mean really.... sometimes I wonder if it worth it. I guess this my way of fighting mediocity.
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Great question, I think people know the deal. Some don't discuss it, some come out and ask. Most people do realize that being a good athlete, no matter what the sport, is not just about drugs, there are a lot of other factors, and many people respect me immensley for what I do.
Funny story, The largest bank in the world(try to fiqure it out) is trying to steal me from my firm right now. I went to meet with the senior vice pres. of sales and he says " have you seen the show-the man with the exploding arms?" i explained to him about synthol and such. He then asked me "well can I ask the question, or is it out of line?"
I acted stupid, and said" what question?" he said "do you take steriods?"
I said "NO" I have good genentics and don't need to"
I guess it is a comfort level with who you are speaking with, but yes i get these as well as medical questions all the time.
Are you in talks with Citigroup?
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Gayjonna, you are a homo. ::)