Show decision help...whats next?

[Jenn]

an off season trainer sounds like a great idea. So you are saying not to compete until 2014?

It is completely up to you Nuk. I would hire one trainer for the whole process offseason all the way up through your next contest. It will take time to bring up your legs, if you do that you will be very tough to beat. Also just need to be more polished, judges are looking for attention to detail and who looks like they could be the next pro. If you address some of the little issues as well as your legs I think you will have no problems at all. I think at least until next year, I would hit it hard offseason and then see where you are at next year. With a good trainer, they will take the guesswork out for you and let you know if you are ready or not. You have got to totally shut the door on all competitors, I have learned this myself. Last year had I completely shut the door I would be pro now, this is why for me this past year my weight stayed at 175lbs (usually 195) offseason to keep my skin tight as well as I will be competing at at least 3-5 lbs lighter. There is always someone coming in as hungry as you are, you have got to be that much hungrier to win if that makes sense. All that being said you looked really good this year and take a little time off from the gym get your head straight, get a plan and then go for it. I think it would be a shame for you to stop now. Bodybuilding is a mature sport, it takes so many years to get to where we need to be, don't be hard on yourself.

 

[big in vegas]

Take the time off to recoop physically, mentally, financially then make a decision. You (and all of us) know deep down that you're going to be a pro if you continue. You're on the verge now, but it's a work in progress. Look at the pics from last year to this year. Now think of what another year will do with an offseason trainer to keep you tight and growing. I'd say if you took a full year off and did Nationals (if you'll still be qualified for them) next year you'll really open some eyes. You're getting yourself respect now so it's not like people won't know who you are, you can come into your next show and really blow people's minds and hit the stage with a huge bang

 

[Chris250]

Take the time off to recoop physically, mentally, financially then make a decision. You (and all of us) know deep down that you're going to be a pro if you continue. You're on the verge now, but it's a work in progress. Look at the pics from last year to this year. Now think of what another year will do with an offseason trainer to keep you tight and growing. I'd say if you took a full year off and did Nationals (if you'll still be qualified for them) next year you'll really open some eyes. You're getting yourself respect now so it's not like people won't know who you are, you can come into your next show and really blow people's minds and hit the stage with a huge bang

this i agree on totally .... you have the ablity to do this..its up to you though to follow threw and make it happen..but again, remember no one would think any different of ya if you didnt want to compete and pursure a different career ...

 

[nuknuk]

Thanks guys, that really means a lot. I will be on stage again. Took this week to pig out and enjoy food. But will do an off season clean diet, starting Monday. Thanks again for the words of support.