Post by Tim Wescott on Mar 25, 2004 11:38:15 GMT -5
From www.ProMuscleOnline.com
March 22, 2004
DARREM CHARLES - Gunning for # 3
Darrem Charles has managed to win a pro event in each of the past 2 IFBB seasons.
In 2003, Darrem shocked a strong lineup that included Dexter Jackson and Markus Ruhl to win the Maximus Pro title in Rome.
In 2002, Darrem scored a victory at the Southwest Pro Cup, blowing away a lineup that included Craig Titus, Paul Dillett, Tom Prince and Melvin Anthony.
His 2003 season concluded with a (career best) Top 7 finish at the Olympia. Just two weeks later, Darrem leaped ahead of Chris Cormier to secure a spot among the Final 6 at the GNC event (Cormier finished 7th).
Now, after opting to forego the “early” shows, Darrem has his sights set on winning a 3rd pro title as he prepares for a busy May event calendar. For Darrem, the strategy was quite simple; Take some valuable time…add some valuable size.
Last year, The 5-time Olympia Qualifier was rewarded for his overall improvements, most notably in his glutes, calves and lower back. For 2004, Darrem explains that he has made improvements to his quads and his overall thickness, without compromising the textbook symmetry and classic muscular proportions that he is famous for.
Darrem has made it very clear that he covets the Night of Champions. “I’ll be very tough to beat in New York” Darrem explains “I'm right on schedule. I’ll be the most complete athlete on stage. It’s not my style to make bold predictions, but I’ll be ready.”
Darrem will actually hit the stage 3 weeks before the N.O.C., at the inaugural Xtreme Pro Challenge scheduled for May 1st in Orlando. “I’m excited about the chance to compete in my home state of Florida in front of my hometown fans.” Darrem cautions, “I’m not taking this event lightly. I won’t let anyone come on my home turf and beat me.”
Darrem will also look to continue a rather impressive streak. With the exception of the Olympia contests, Darrem has now been in the final posedown in each of the past 7 events he’s competed in (dating back to 2001).
“I take a lot of pride in being consistently prepared. With a lot of the guys, you never know what to expect. Some will show up in incredible shape for one event, but two weeks later they’ll show up looking terrible. As professionals, I think we owe it to the fans and to the judges to present our best overall package for each event.” Darrem adds, “Consistency and progress are the mark of a great bodybuilder.”
March 22, 2004
DARREM CHARLES - Gunning for # 3
Darrem Charles has managed to win a pro event in each of the past 2 IFBB seasons.
In 2003, Darrem shocked a strong lineup that included Dexter Jackson and Markus Ruhl to win the Maximus Pro title in Rome.
In 2002, Darrem scored a victory at the Southwest Pro Cup, blowing away a lineup that included Craig Titus, Paul Dillett, Tom Prince and Melvin Anthony.
His 2003 season concluded with a (career best) Top 7 finish at the Olympia. Just two weeks later, Darrem leaped ahead of Chris Cormier to secure a spot among the Final 6 at the GNC event (Cormier finished 7th).
Now, after opting to forego the “early” shows, Darrem has his sights set on winning a 3rd pro title as he prepares for a busy May event calendar. For Darrem, the strategy was quite simple; Take some valuable time…add some valuable size.
Last year, The 5-time Olympia Qualifier was rewarded for his overall improvements, most notably in his glutes, calves and lower back. For 2004, Darrem explains that he has made improvements to his quads and his overall thickness, without compromising the textbook symmetry and classic muscular proportions that he is famous for.
Darrem has made it very clear that he covets the Night of Champions. “I’ll be very tough to beat in New York” Darrem explains “I'm right on schedule. I’ll be the most complete athlete on stage. It’s not my style to make bold predictions, but I’ll be ready.”
Darrem will actually hit the stage 3 weeks before the N.O.C., at the inaugural Xtreme Pro Challenge scheduled for May 1st in Orlando. “I’m excited about the chance to compete in my home state of Florida in front of my hometown fans.” Darrem cautions, “I’m not taking this event lightly. I won’t let anyone come on my home turf and beat me.”
Darrem will also look to continue a rather impressive streak. With the exception of the Olympia contests, Darrem has now been in the final posedown in each of the past 7 events he’s competed in (dating back to 2001).
“I take a lot of pride in being consistently prepared. With a lot of the guys, you never know what to expect. Some will show up in incredible shape for one event, but two weeks later they’ll show up looking terrible. As professionals, I think we owe it to the fans and to the judges to present our best overall package for each event.” Darrem adds, “Consistency and progress are the mark of a great bodybuilder.”
