Congradulations to JD McKown

J D McKown Texas Showdown Arnold Qualifier

Congratulations to Optimum Fitness client James (JD) McKown for winning the heavyweight Open Class at the 2011 NPC Central Texas Showdown and the overall Open Class.

Qualifying him for the 2012 Arnold Classic in Columbus, OH

Open posts for liks to JD’s in-contest Pictures

Joe MacKey Wins National Qualification — Great Job!

Another huge, and well-deserved round of applause goes out to Optimum Fitness client Joe MacKey.

On October 10th, in Houston, TX, Joe placed 1st in the Men’s Super Heavyweight division at the 2011 NPC Texas State Championships!

This means Joe MacKey is now officially Nationally Qualified.

Well done Joe, keep up the great work.

Posing Suits—How to Look Good & Feel Good on Stage

Posing Suits Look and Feel Good On Stage

Competition suits are not like suits for swimming.

They are specially designed to help you look your best whether you compete in bodybuilding, figure or fitness competitions by increasing attention where you want it and decreasing it in areas you want to downplay.

Suits can be purchased pre-made or custom. Pre-made suits offer…

Develop Your Own Winning Posing Style

NPC Competition Tips - Developing a Winning Posing Style

While standard poses are important, the best competitors are masters at going beyond that to develop their own posing style.

They learn the poses that best suit their unique physiques and combine them with choreography and showmanship that best suits their personality.

For example:

  • If you’re an upbeat person, choose pose…

9 Tips to Perfect Posing

9 Tips to Perfect Posing

Posing is key to winning on stage.

It demonstrates confidence and preparation. It announces that you are knowledgeable and experienced, and know how to present your body in the best light. Any hesitation or insecurity will create negative energy that will be magnified on stage.

The purpose of standard poses is to show off your physique…

The Final Countdown to Competition Part 3 – Last Minute Checklist

Final NPC Competition Countdown - Checklist

After many weeks and months of training, the big day is finally at hand. Hopefully, you made sure your submission was in by the date marked on the registration material and joined the NPC already (if not, do it now!).

Here’s a list of items to make sure you have before you leave for the competition:

• A map—you may even want to…