So, I am overwhelmed with questions - and they are mostly the same over and over again, so here are the answers...
1. How did you do? While I do not know my official placing yet - I know that I did not place in the top 5. But I really didn't go into this show anticipating that I would place. This show was my pro debut. I was heavier than I should have been going into my contest prep, and I struggled through an injury along the way that compromised my ability to work on certain muscle groups. At 4-5 weeks out, there was question about whether I would be ready at all. Ultimately, my goal this year was to get on the pro stage before I lost my pro status and I was able to accomplish that goal - so I am pleased. Bodybuilding is a subjective sport. While there are guidelines and things that the judges are looking for, ultimately it does come down to standing in front of a group of people and leaving the results up to their opinions. It ain't for everyone, and it is sometimes a terrible mind game to play with yourself - but it's the sport I love!
2. Where are the pictures? I don't have any yet! Waiting for 2 different sets - but I will be sure to post as soon as I have them. In the meantime, I have posted the video of my individual routine!
3. What now? Can you eat normal again? I ate semi-normal for most of the weekend (After the show was over) - but I have picked the next show date...5 weeks from now, so it's back on the plan I go. After putting 20 weeks into this, I just don't feel ready to be done yet. Trust me, I thought I would be. This 20 weeks has not been easy - but I just want to see what I can do if I spend another 5 trying to get a little leaner. I am also going to try competing with a different federation - again at the amateur level. I have only ever competed with OCB or IFPA and I wanted to give something new a try.
4. How did you feel/did you have fun? I felt great. Despite thinking I missed my mark slightly - I still feel that I brought my best physique yet to the stage and that's really all I can ask...to get a little bit better each time I get up there. And I did have fun. It was a great trip with great friends and a well-run show, which always makes for a good experience.
The only other thing I can say is that I will NEVER, no, not EVER drive to Cape Code again! This girl will fly. What should have been 6 1/2 hours in the car turned into a nightmare of a trek that felt like days - going each way. I don't even know why - I just know I won't do it again!! But if you ever visit Cape Cod - make sure you visit the "Pancake Man". The Peanut Butter Cup Pancakes are bangin'!!
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