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Post by QuietBob on Jul 15, 2007 12:37:03 GMT -5
I did it!
I won the heavyweight class and overall to win the Capital City Natural Bodybuilding Championships.
I can't believe how high I'm flying now. I've had this show in mind since I did it last year and that I could do pretty well, hoped to win, but wasn't sure and this is considered one of the toughest natural shows out West. I was absolutely floored when they announced my name (and yes, tears came to my eyes; and still do).
Reaching a level such as this is something I only dreamed of since I was a kid, watching Arnold at the Olympia on Wide World of Sports. It still hasn't sunken in but thus far it feels great!
What chokes me up even more is that during the Overall, people were yelling out "Go Bob!" all throughout the crowd. It took me several minutes to realize that I was the only Bob on stage (I thought they were cheering for one of the other guys). This is by far the highlight of my career.
I also can't say enough about how well run and fun the show was. The competitors were phenomenal and I think we all had a great time and enjoyed each others company backstage. Everybody supported each other and helped and had fun.
Thank you to all here for the support, encouragement and PM's you've given me lately. It really does make a difference!
Now it's off for a day devoted entirely to our kids for putting up with Daddy's bodybuilding stuff!
Bob
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Post by oldnavy on Jul 15, 2007 12:54:23 GMT -5
Excellent. Welcome to the Pro Ranks, Warrior. You worked hard and you deserve the Victory and your Pro Card. Sweet.
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Post by EBA84 on Jul 15, 2007 14:17:51 GMT -5
Congratulations Bob! You are on a roll.
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Post by chanman83 on Jul 15, 2007 14:22:34 GMT -5
THAT IS AWWWSOME BOB!! BIG UPS to you.. WOTW on a roll!!! Keith and no BOB!! FREAKING AWESOME!
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Post by Tim Wescott on Jul 15, 2007 15:21:34 GMT -5
Totally thrilled for you Bob....I can only imaging how you must feel! #bowdown3ht#
Awesome job! #teamwotwsf4#
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Post by beckie on Jul 15, 2007 17:40:27 GMT -5
Congrats Bob! Awesome effort  |
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Post by Sal Paradise on Jul 15, 2007 21:29:40 GMT -5
Congrats!!!
Very proud of you!!!
Sal
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Post by mrbeefy on Jul 16, 2007 5:33:22 GMT -5
Way to go BOB!!!!!!
Now....go hug the wife and kids!!!!
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Post by mrssully on Jul 16, 2007 6:55:07 GMT -5
#bbravosmiley8hh# #btrophysmiley2ee#
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Post by fit on Jul 16, 2007 7:58:47 GMT -5
#trophycrownsmiley8hl# #smileyapplause3ec#
Congratulations Bob!
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Post by Intensity on Jul 16, 2007 9:17:57 GMT -5
Bob, I was extremely anxious to know how you did… and it worth the wait… CONGRATS! I'm so thrilled for you! It is well deserved to a superbe athlete and great individual! Keep going, you seem to know more and more about how your body reacts… so i'm sure the best is still to come!
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Post by Rich on Jul 16, 2007 9:48:19 GMT -5
WOW!!!!!
Congrats Bob - what great news!!!
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Post by mrbeefy on Jul 16, 2007 9:54:48 GMT -5
Hey Bob! Now that your a "PRO"...... Tell us a little more about you. I Brief BIO please  How long have you been lifting? How long have you been competing? Favorite Workouts, Diets, etc. Who/what inspired you most? Etc. Work: Medical Speciality, etc ? Family, etc. It's interesting to see how the "cream rises to the top!" Frank |
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Post by Karrie on Jul 16, 2007 10:11:32 GMT -5
CONGRATULATIONS!!! How AWESOME for you! Another pro here on the board!!! #smileygrouplaugh5js#
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Post by masterschamp on Jul 16, 2007 14:23:21 GMT -5
Honestly, Bob...I knew you could do it. Be proud of what you have accomplished. You have let your actions speak for you louder than any words could have. In my book that's the way it always has been...talk is cheap..go out and show me something!
well you have shown everyone what you are capable of. I am VERY happy for you, Bob!!
Keith
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Post by RUBICON19 on Jul 16, 2007 14:30:18 GMT -5
OMG!!!!!!! Bob!!! This is such FANTASTIC news. I new you could do it!! You deserve that glory. Soak it up man. Could not have gone to a better guy/athelete!!!!!! VERY IMPRESSED!!!! I hope to one day follow in your footsteps!
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Post by GerryT on Jul 16, 2007 14:58:14 GMT -5
Just saw this and am thrilled. Kept my fingers crossed for Keith and Bob and they both came through.
Have come to know Bob a bit through the forum and e mail and he is truly a class act as an athlete and person. This could not have happened to a better person.
Bob, enjoy and savor this. You worked hard and earned it. Huge props, and just have a terrific off season withthe family.
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Post by Hoopie on Jul 16, 2007 22:59:07 GMT -5
Thats AWESOME Bob!! Congrats my friend on a job well done!!
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Post by QuietBob on Jul 17, 2007 0:17:57 GMT -5
Hey all, Just got home and want to thank you all for the support. It was a great weekend for all of us (Yeah, Keith!) I'll try and respond a little more in depth tomorrow as I'm a bit tired now (must be from all the carbs at the fondue restaurant last night...) I've been struggling with a new photo hosting program so hopefully this link to some show photos will work. My wife took all of the pics; she's getting better but some may be a bit blurry and some of the guys aren't locked into their poses yet (sorry). The things I feel I need to work on: I have no biceps peak (genetic), soft in the glutes/hams (I feel that I'm close!); quad sharpness/separation (close there, too!); getting my poses symmetrical instead of focusing on what I think of as my weak areas. Any and all comments are appreciated. I can probably upload or send some larger images for anybody interested in an in-depth critique (I always appreciate the feedback from everybody here). There are some captions with the photos also. share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=0AasWjdw3ctmLjwAlso, I received the most fantastic comment I've ever had before. After the show as I was signing the paperwork for my urine test one of the judges and WNBF Pro, Denise James, as well as the promoter and WNBF Pro Tina Smith, asked if I'd ever heard of the bodybuilder Bob Paris and that my physique reminded them of his (classical, symmetric). Bob Paris is not only one of my favorite all time bodybuilders, but his physique continues to inspire me as to what the "ideal" is. To be included in the same thought is beyond belief to me, even though I don't consider myself anywhere near his level. Thanks, and will try and respond more tomorrow, Bob |
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Post by beckie on Jul 17, 2007 18:18:09 GMT -5
thats quite the compliment Bob-Bob Paris did have a beautiful physique and very elegant posing.
Like I said on the OCB board,you could definitely tighten up the glutes/hams..and now looking at your pics again I think maybe you could tweak your foot position on the rear double bicep..maybe take the extended leg a fraction wider??
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