Yeah well I am stealing Wes song 2001 space odyessey. The real issue is getting rid of my belly the next 2 days. I am 2 days out with no abs and still bloated. I have digestive issues so basically bloated with gas need to bring it down or that is what I thought my old super metabolism hasn't leaned me out yet. Despite only eating 3 meals yesterday. May to have to actually eat less for a day or 2. Considering takign some metamucil to clear out the guts don't want to take a laxative as I already get like diarea and bloating but need to empty also have some petpo and some imidium or somethign I got from cvs. Not going to lose much fat at this poiunt but If I could at least flatten the belly that would be a start
When I experience "gassy bloat" I go into a crowded store and release a booming loud blast ( FART!)
Not really LOL, but I hope you chuckled a bit and relaxed.
If you take a bunch of laxatives, you'll only feel weak and look flat with possible cramping when you try to flex/pose at the show.
REMEMBER, you're not competing in a pro show or even a national level contest.
Yes, it's likely a few impressive freaks and some small shredded guys will compete.
BUT, you have mass and decent muscularity , so you'll be fine. You might do BETTER then you think?
Do NOT, do NOT, do NOT do any crazy peaking routines or water/salt manipulations, etc.
1. today do a light wt pumping workout on your back , biceps and abs
on wed , do a light pumping work out on your chest, delts and tris ( no leg work, just flex 'em often)
Starting today spend 30 min each day doing the basic poses and hold each for 15 sec in a mirror.
front: lat spread, dbl bi, side tri, side chest Back - lat spread, dbl bi ( flex calf/hams)
overhead ab and quad flex and do a 10 sec most muscular. Hold the final position for 10-15 sec and stay "rock still" .
Please don't squirm around looking for the perfect position and light. The judges hate that. Hit the pose, hold and don't move.
For the finals just do some slow , basic poses and try to keep in time with the music.
Don't get too concerned with the finals routine as it doesn't count. Repeat , it doesn't affect your place in the class.
On thurs night start putting on the 1st 2 coats of bronzer and you're DONE showering. * it can wash off or streak
On friday morning , put on a 3rd and maybe 4th coat.
After the friday meeting put on a quick last coat and have your gf apply it to your back every time.
IF you're planning on using the tan airbursh service available at some shows, you better make an appt ..."yesterday" or they may be all booked up. I'd advise you to use Pam cooking oil spray for posing instead of baby oil.
Wear sweats and bring a couple towels to pump up. Take your time and do pushups, and free hand movements to get blood into areas you want to pump. Take your time and flex a lot to enhance to pump. Don't be the last guy to strip down and apply oil.
The show is won on the stage and backstage is just to get ready . Try to be friendly and offer to pump up with other guys in your class.
Have fun and be a good sport regardless of how you feel about your place or the judges , etc.
Lastly take a lot of pics and take a few minutes to take in the whole contest experience.
Unless you're a pro, doing it for money and career, this is all about what YOU get out of competing.
Now, relax and get ready one step at a time!
PS/ No word yet from my wife's friends. Last time she talked to her, they were thinking of staying in their beach hotel until saturday morning and then leaving. If that happens, we won't be able to come to the contest.
Having said that, I'd actually like to go and see this. It's not that far a drive. But "life" can get in the way of our fun sometimes.
I know YOU understand that . Good luck and kick ass !