13 Percent
I need to have a perfect diet and cardio routine for the next 8 weeks if I plan on successfully going into the show at 5% or lower bodyfat (currently at 13%, down from my then 18%). I'm now weighing around 213 pounds, with projected coming in at 190, hopefully only losing 1 or 2 pounds of muscle.
In Wisconsin
This first show in April 9th, in Appleton WI. I am also competing in a second show the week after on April 16th, in Madison, WI. Each are pro qualifiers for the INBF, International Natural Bodybuilding Federation (I think). Either way, the overall winner of the show wins a pro-card, and then is a pro, and compete in pro natural contests through the INBF. The Natural Bodybuilding magazine talks about it further.
Tanning
In a couple weeks I will begin to tan in the tanning bed, tanning maybe 1 or 2 times a week at first, then at 4 weeks out, 2-3 times a week, then the last 2 weeks before the show, 3-4 times per week. I plan on applying some kind of spray-on or paint-on tanning product within a couple days until the show.
Jesus
Throughout this whole journey, I have been growing in my knowledge and grace of the Holy Spirit and Jesus Christ. I am realizing more and more that I can do nothing on my own, rather, everything through the power of the cross, the blood of Jesus, and His resurection. God rocks! May my story of how God is acting in my life show to others His love for us, and lead more people to be saved, increase their faith, and eventually throw a party in heaven because that is their new home. Until then, lets persevere.
Jesus
Throughout this whole journey, I have been growing in my knowledge and grace of the Holy Spirit and Jesus Christ. I am realizing more and more that I can do nothing on my own, rather, everything through the power of the cross, the blood of Jesus, and His resurection. God rocks! May my story of how God is acting in my life show to others His love for us, and lead more people to be saved, increase their faith, and eventually throw a party in heaven because that is their new home. Until then, lets persevere.
I Believe
Mark
Mark
