how to get into competeing

[mr.nitro]

im wondering how you go about competeing if you have never done it before. where do you find the local competitions? how does one learn about contest prep?

im getting a little more confident with my training and would like to someday compete, but I just don't know where to start.

 

[brandonp005]

bump


i'm interested in this myself

 

[needtogetaas]

http://www.elitefitness.com/forum/a...me-underground-steroid-consults-z-609000.html

 

[jacshelb]

Hmmm.. I would google your state and npc bodybuilding and see what comes up. Often at message boards there will be some mention of what shows are happening in a region. I gotta say, most shows are not advertised well at all. You almost have to be registered with the NPC to get info about shows in your area. If you are in the midwest, I could tell you about some. I've competed in a couple different shows, one state and one regional. Generally, you have to find out about the show way ahead to get your entry fee sent in and stuff, but once you have contact with the promoter the ball is rolling. Good luck!

 

[Toptoon1]

My suggestion would be to go to some competitions. I think once you make it to the competitions as a spectator you will find all the information you need. So where are the competitions? I havent a clue. Im sure you will find everything you need to know at one or all of these sights.

"There are several organizations that sanction Bodybuilding Competitions. The largest is the NPC (National Physique Committee). The NPC is also the primary stepping-stone to competing professionally in the IFBB (International Federation of Body Builders). Some NPC shows are drug-tested while others are not. Always check with the contest promoter if this is important to you"


NPC (National Physique Committee)

WNBF (World Natural Bodybuilding Federation)

INBF (International Natural Bodybuilding Federation)

SNBF (Supernatural Bodybuilding and Fitness)

NGA (National Gym Association)

ABA (Amateur Bodybuilding Association)

NABF (North American Bodybuilding Federation)

NANBF (North American Natural Bodybuilding Federation)

WNSO, World Natural Sports
Largest natural shows in Canada - Also promoting US and International Events

OCB - Organization of Competitive Bodybuilders
North American drug-free bodybuilding, fitness & figure competitions
and information

United States Bodybuilding Federation (USBF)

 

[mr.nitro]

heres what id like to learn;

1. how to pose.

2. proper use of lasix

3. when to carb up for a show.

and im sure theirs other stuff I don't know about.

 

[fitgirltitone]

where are u located? Check this out... Show Information | 2009 NPC Midwest Novice Bodybuilding Fitness and Figure Classic. Its a novice show next month in St Louis, MO

 

[joe d]

go to the npc website, pick a show, call to find out if it is tested or not, register with the npc, register for the show, your in.

 

[sweed]

best way to find out how to pose is to find a trainer who trains guys for shows. I worked with a guy a few times and it helped a ton. It's def no picnic to hold those poses for a while! I cramped up a ton!

 

[ryno9000]

Hmm, what is/are Lasix? I guess I have a lot to learn.