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[Mydivorcegift]

Originally Posted by Dznts

there is an event here in august. I am still trying to decide whether I will compete or just go spectate.

The decision is easy my friend

[Dznts]

Originally Posted by Mydivorcegift

The decision is easy my friend

this is true. I guess its the nervousness of never competing before that is getting to me.

[Sapphire]

Originally Posted by Dznts

there is an event here in august. I am still trying to decide whether I will compete or just go spectate.

I say go for it and give it all you got. it would be fun to see where you stand!

[hrpiii]

Originally Posted by Dznts

this is true. I guess its the nervousness of never competing before that is getting to me.

it's just another workout where you go all-in on everything. Learn to control the excitement/all that energy is wasted. Keep working on turning it on, and turning it off and just relaxing. In competition, those that can really focus on the lift and turn off all the crowd/noise/distractions, will always do better.

Got into it like you would be competing against yourself. All you can do is do your best, and let the cards fall where they may. If you can do that, be happy with what you accomplished on that day.

once you get one under your belt, you will want to taste more. Because you know, you are trainging for something, and want to improve from the last competitioin. It is an amazing feeling to be in it, than to be watching it. Be in it, have fun, push yourself!

[Mydivorcegift]

Originally Posted by Dznts

this is true. I guess its the nervousness of never competing before that is getting to me.

Originally Posted by hrpiii

it's just another workout where you go all-in on everything. Learn to control the excitement/all that energy is wasted. Keep working on turning it on, and turning it off and just relaxing. In competition, those that can really focus on the lift and turn off all the crowd/noise/distractions, will always do better.

Got into it like you would be competing against yourself. All you can do is do your best, and let the cards fall where they may. If you can do that, be happy with what you accomplished on that day.

once you get one under your belt, you will want to taste more. Because you know, you are trainging for something, and want to improve from the last competitioin. It is an amazing feeling to be in it, than to be watching it. Be in it, have fun, push yourself!

To echo what hrpiii said....

You can't control who shows up and what they lift. Ultimately you are competing against yourself and it will give you a starting point for future meets.

Also like hrpiii said it's essentially just an all out training session. Nothing to be nervous about

Really hope you choose to go!

[Dznts]

Originally Posted by hrpiii

it's just another workout where you go all-in on everything. Learn to control the excitement/all that energy is wasted. Keep working on turning it on, and turning it off and just relaxing. In competition, those that can really focus on the lift and turn off all the crowd/noise/distractions, will always do better.

Got into it like you would be competing against yourself. All you can do is do your best, and let the cards fall where they may. If you can do that, be happy with what you accomplished on that day.

once you get one under your belt, you will want to taste more. Because you know, you are trainging for something, and want to improve from the last competitioin. It is an amazing feeling to be in it, than to be watching it. Be in it, have fun, push yourself!

Originally Posted by Mydivorcegift

To echo what hrpiii said....

You can't control who shows up and what they lift. Ultimately you are competing against yourself and it will give you a starting point for future meets.

Also like hrpiii said it's essentially just an all out training session. Nothing to be nervous about

Really hope you choose to go!

thank for the advice, made me look at it in another way. I guess looking at it like I am competing against myself will definitely help me mentally. I have been busting my butt lately trying to prep myself as if I am going to compete. We will see what happens! Thanks again.

[hrpiii]

YOu are very welcome. based on your size and strength, you will do very well. Missing a lift will piss you off more than not placing. Oh, I know, all to well of that...hehehe. Just like anyone else, you judge yourself harder than anyone else, and have the highest expectations. Focus your workouts toward the competition, work on your weaknesses, and most of all, relax and have fun. Think of it like a car show. You get to hang out and talk "shop" with all kinds of people that share your interest.

[hrpiii]

definitely lean.

[AZCamaroFan]

[Sapphire]

Originally Posted by AZCamaroFan

not a bad thing. most men want to lose weight and then pack on the muscle. you're one step ahead of them!

[AZCamaroFan]

well im tall so maybe im bigger than i look.

[13lstuner]

Killed arms today. Can't decide between shoulders or chest tomorrow.

[Sapphire]

Originally Posted by 13lstuner

Killed arms today. Can't decide between shoulders or chest tomorrow.

mmm pecks.
I am doing something today... dunno what but I'll figure it out.

[Mydivorcegift]

Originally Posted by YellowCammy

mmm pecks.
I am doing something today... dunno what but I'll figure it out.

I am too...

I am having a yard sale!