Bodybuilding Contest Preparation SECRETS

Skip La Cour Gives Tyrus Reed Posing Instructions - #39 & 40

2011-04-19T11:41:00.001-07:00

With 10 weeks left before his first bodybuilding contest, Tyrus Reed gets posing instructions from Skip La Cour. In this video, Tyrus weighs 208 pounds (at 6' tall).

63 QUESTIONS - Don't even THINK about entering a BODYBUILDING CONTEST unless you can answer ALL of them!

2011-03-17T18:54:00.000-07:00

Don't even THINK about entering a BODYBUILDING CONTEST without the answers to these 63 QUESTIONS!

Skip La Cour’s ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

You’ll Learn How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men—Just Like YOU—During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

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You Will Learn, Study, Devour, and Execute ALL OF THIS (and a whole lot MORE)!

How does a person muster up the courage to enter his very first contest?
When does a person know that he is ready to enter a bodybuilding contest?
If I haven’t competed in a contest for a few years, will my contest preparation be affected?
How long does it take to prepare for a bodybuilding contest?
How does a person determine how many weeks out to start their contest preparation?
What are your suggestions if I just wanted to enter a contest? I’m not too concerned with how well I do.
How concerned should I be with my genetics as I prepare for a bodybuilding contest?
How much of an affect do my genetics have on building muscle as I prepare for a contest?
How much of an affect do my genetics have on getting lean as I prepare for a contest?
What is the best lighting at home to monitor your contest preparation progress?
If I think I’m behind schedule, should I quit or just keep on going until the end with my contest preparation?
More questions answered and more topics discussed below!

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What are the strategies I should be following in my “off-season” to make my contest preparation easier, more effective, and more efficient?
How is competition preparation affected with a person’s age? How are the strategies different for a person in their 20s, 30s, 40s, or even 50s?
What foods should I eat while I prepare for a contest?
How many calories should I be eating and how many calories should I be eating at each stage of my contest preparation?
How do you determine what is the best type of contest preparation diet to follow for you particular body type (endomorph, mesomorph, ectomorph, or a combination of two of them)?
Should I “bulk up” during the off-season to build more muscle and have more muscle at contest time?
What is the very best way to get really lean for a contest—and have the appearance of really full muscles at the same time while on stage?
How do I deal with my food cravings during my contest preparation and stay disciplined?
How do I make sure that I keep all of my muscle as I am dieting for a contest?
How do I get rid of that last bit of fat around my abdominals? Love handles? Glutes? Hamstrings?
More questions answered and more topics discussed below!

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What supplements are best to take while preparing for a contest?
When should I stop taking creatine (if at all) before my contest?
When should I stop using meal replacements as I prepare for my contest?
When should I start eliminating all the salt/sodium out of my diet when I am preparing for my contest?
When should I stop training with heavy weight as I prepare for my contest (If ever)?
When should I increase my repetitions per set as I prepare for my contest (if ever)?
My legs are far behind the rest of my body in terms of muscularity. What can I do to get them ready for a contest? Should I wait to enter a contest until after I bring them up to match my upper body?
How do I train my body during the last week before the contest?
When do I stop training with weights before my contest?
How many cardiovascular sessions should I do each week during my contest preparation?
Should I do more than one cardiovascular training session a day?
When should I start doing my cardiovascular training as I prepare for my contest?
Should I do high intensity; low intensity; or moderate intensity cardiovascular training sessions as I prepare for my contest?
What time of day should I do my cardiovascular training sessions?
How should I schedule my cardiovascular training around my weight training sessions?
Should I eat anything before my cardiovascular training session as I prepare for my contest?
If I eat before my cardiovascular training sessions, what should I eat and how much should I eat?
How do you know when to add more cardiovascular training and how much more to add?
What kind of cardiovascular training should I do to preserve the muscle mass on my legs and when should I do this cardiovascular training?
When do I stop doing cardiovascular training?
More questions answered and more topics discussed below!

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Don’t WASTE all of your time, energy, emotion, and effort because you really have NO CLUE how to go about preparing for a contest! It’s way too difficult of a task to try to go it alone!

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Should I hire a coach to help me with my posing routine?
What kind of music is best to use for my contest posing routine?
How do I present myself in the most confident manner on stage even when I’m nervous?
During the final, critical last week before a contest, EXACTLY WHAT do I consume; EXACTLY HOW MUCH do I consume; EXACTLY WHAT DAYS do I consume it (Types of food; amount of protein, amount of carbohydrates, amount of fat; amount of sodium; amount of water; amount of any other vitamins, potassium and other minerals, and supplements)?
What is the reason for carbohydrate loading and carbohydrate depleting before a contest? Is this an effective contest preparation strategy?
What type of diuretics (if any; if they are allowed) should I take before my contest and when should I start taking them (if ever)?
More questions answered and more topics discussed below!

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You KNOW you want to do this someday! When better than NOW to actually DO IT!

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* $149.97

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What do I eat on the day of the contest?
How much should I eat on the day of the contest?
How much water should I drink on the day of the contest?
What do I eat between the morning show and the night show? How much do I eat?
How much water should I drink between the morning show and the night show?
How do I maintain the “dryness, sharpness, and crispness” between the pre-judging and evening show?
How do I get my muscles to have full appearance on stage and not flatten out?
What the best thing to do to be vascular (visible veins all over the body) on stage during a contest?
How is my preparation affected when the pre-judging is on Friday night and the evening show is on Saturday night?
What should my strategy be for “pumping up” before I go on stage?
More questions answered and more topics discussed below!

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If you do NOT know the answers to these questions, you have NO BUSINESS ENTERING a contest because you will NOT be your very best!

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What role do “politics” play in how well a competitor places in a contest?
Are their connections that you should make with certain people before you enter a contest? If so, who are they? When do you make them? And how do you go about making them?
How many competitors in drug-free; drug-tested, natural contests are actually taking steroids and other drugs?
What are the rules concerning past drug usage for competitors?
What kind of drug testing is done at natural contests?

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Don’t EMBARRASS YOURSELF! Don’t be one of “those guys on stage” on contest day!

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* $149.97

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Here’s Even More of What You’ll Learn During This INTENSE Course . . .

* Contest Preparation –A Complete Mental, Physical, Emotional, and Psychological Overview of Your Journey

* The Mental Attitude You MUST Have to THRIVE During Your Contest Preparation

* Off-Season Dieting That Will Prepare You for Successful Contest Preparation Dieting

* Contest Preparation Dieting Process

* Training Strategies During Your Contest Preparation –Both Physical and Mental

* Cardiovascular Training Strategies During Your Contest Preparation –Both Physical and Mental
* Daily Disciplines You MUST Follow To Be Your Best On Contest Day

* A Structured and Disciplined Approach to Posing On Stage and Presented Yourself Like a Champion

* Documenting, Journaling, Assessing, and Photographing Your Progress

* Nutritional Supplementation Strategies That Will Help You Build and Maintain Muscle While Stripping Body Fat at the Same Time

* Setting Your Body and Mind Up for the Last Critical Week of Contest Preparation

* The Last Critical Week of Contest Preparation

* Contest Day – Everything You Will Experience Explain In Detail To Be 100 % Mentally and Emotional Prepared

* Real Life Challenges That Will Come Along With Contest Preparation--and Strategies to Overcome Them

* And Much More!

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SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour’s Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour’s Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour’s Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

If you are not COMPLETELY satisfied with your investment after listening to the Audio Seminar Course series in its entirety, you will get your money back. No questions asked. How can you NOT take advantage of this amazing offer?????

Do you have questions that you'd like me to answer about this Audio Seminar Course? Email me at skip@skiplacour.com.

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The Critical Final Week of Contest Preparation Is Merely One Step of Your Journey

2009-12-17T15:05:00.000-08:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success and Leadership Coach

If you get the job done well before the last week of contest preparation, you will become virtually "bullet-proof."

The best way to create a "perfect" last week food and water intake contest preparation strategy is to get in incredible shape. The last week will not make you or break you as many misguided bodybuilders believe.

What you do during those 12 to 20 weeks before that last week arrives will. If you get the job done well before the last week of contest preparation, you will become virtually "bullet-proof."

Bullet-proof, as I refer to the term as it relates to getting ready for a show, means that you look so great that it's almost impossible to ruin that amazing physique that you've created.

What you do during your many weeks of contest preparation will significantly augment the results from what you do during the last week—or hurt what you do.

What you don't do during the many weeks of contest preparation can never be salvaged by what you do during the last week. There's no substitute for hard work. There are no "smoke and mirror" magic tricks that are going to save your butt if you don't work diligently and intelligently during the many weeks of contest preparation.

Don't believe the bitter and misguided second-rate competitors who tell you they looked great—but blew all of their hard work during the final week. Things were blown long before then.

That may sound harsh, but even I've had to accept that unpleasant reality check many times throughout my competitive bodybuilding career.

Click here NOW to read more of Skip La Cour's Contest Prep SECRETS on his BLOG.

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Resources That Will Take Your Bodybuilding Contest Preparation to the Next Level!
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Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn't a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don't know about you, but as for me, I'm committed 100% to Skip's contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I'm 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it's simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I'm certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T' and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can't thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.' I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

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Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

Get the . . .

* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

* Five Manual Booklets (Total 178 pages) PDF Files

* Plus BONUSES (see below)

. . . Emailed to You NOW and Begin Your Road to Bodybuilding and Training MASTERY TODAY!

11 hours and 30 minutes!

===========================

SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

===========================

* Special Price Only $149.97

Click here NOW to read Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course Outline and ORDER TODAY!

===========================

Copyright 2009. Skip La Cour Consulting. All Rights Reserved.

Select and Commit to a Bodybuilding Contest NOW!

2009-12-10T13:00:00.000-08:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success and Leadership Coach

As the old saying goes, “Ready, FIRE, Aim”

From my experience, the people who say they are going to enter a certain bodybuilding contest in “a couple of years” or “when they gain more size” will NEVER actually enter that contest.

Select a contest date NOW. Commit to it. Let everyone who will listen know about the bodybuilding contest you are preparing for. Heck! Even tell those people who don't care about it.

As the old saying goes, “Ready, FIRE, Aim”!

How do those words apply to preparing for and entering a bodybuilding contest? You'll FORCE yourself into recruiting all of your physical, mental, emotional, and psychological powers and other resources available when you commit to a specific contest date. They will start showing up in your mind, body, and daily actions like magic!

You must first trust that you'll come through—even though you currently have no real “proof” that you will.

When you say you are going to enter a contest “someday,” there's absolutely no real, compelling reasons why you must step up and use those powers and resources to their fullest.

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Resources That Will Take Your Bodybuilding Contest Preparation to the Next Level!
======================================

Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn't a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don't know about you, but as for me, I'm committed 100% to Skip's contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I'm 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it's simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I'm certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T' and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can't thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.' I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

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Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

Get the . . .

* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

* Five Manual Booklets (Total 178 pages) PDF Files

* Plus BONUSES (see below)

. . . Emailed to You NOW and Begin Your Road to Bodybuilding and Training MASTERY TODAY!

11 hours and 30 minutes!

===========================

SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

===========================

* Special Price Only $149.97

Click here NOW to read Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course Outline and ORDER TODAY!

===========================

Copyright 2009. Skip La Cour Consulting. All Rights Reserved.

Become an "Efficient Eater" and Create an Awesome Physique at Contest Time

2009-12-03T15:08:00.000-08:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success and Leadership Coach

You Can Diet for a Show--and You Can Diet Effectively and Efficiently for a Show

If I had to single out only one factor that made the biggest impact on my physique at contest time, it would be that I refined my eating habits with the latest cutting-edge nutritional strategies.

I believe my organized, structured eating habits played a big part in my success over they years. I've always been extremely disciplined when it came to my nutritional practices—especially when I was preparing for a contest. So when you think about the fact that I've eaten every two hours almost every single day—with no cheating for long stretches—for years, it's easy to wonder how can a person improve on that?

Basically, I learned how to eat the right amount of calories and the right nutrients at the right times of the day. I ate the right types of foods in the right amounts when my body needed them the most. I also did not eat certain foods or as much food when it wasn't needed to grow.

I evolved into an “efficient”' eater. I learned how important it was to feed my body with protein both before and after my workouts. I learned how important it is to feed your body the right nutrients during the critical three-hour window after your intense weight training sessions. I learned how important it is to eat the right carbohydrates at the right time of the day (starchy, high glycemic carbohydrates before my workouts and within the three-hour window afterwards; lower-glycemic carbohydrates like vegetables during the other times of the day.)

Eating this way, I was able to effectively build muscle all year long because I supplied my body with exactly the nutrients it needed—exactly when it needed them. In the past, I ate a lot of extra food because I thought I had to in order to continually build muscle.

Adhering to these nutritional philosophies, I was also able to stay leaner all year long because I didn't have to consume as many calories during my off-season as I did in the past—without negatively affecting my muscle growth. I carried around more muscle, less body fat, and was equipped with the knowledge to get even more ripped when I wanted to as my contest date arrived.

======================================
Resources That Will Take Your Bodybuilding Contest Preparation to the Next Level!
======================================

Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn't a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don't know about you, but as for me, I'm committed 100% to Skip's contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I'm 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it's simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I'm certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T' and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can't thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.' I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

===========================

Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

Get the . . .

* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

* Five Manual Booklets (Total 178 pages) PDF Files

* Plus BONUSES (see below)

. . . Emailed to You NOW and Begin Your Road to Bodybuilding and Training MASTERY TODAY!

11 hours and 30 minutes!

===========================

SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

===========================

* Special Price Only $149.97

Click here NOW to read Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course Outline and ORDER TODAY!

===========================

Copyright 2009. Skip La Cour Consulting. All Rights Reserved.

Competitive Bodybuilding Is an ILLUSION—and You May Be Ready to Enter That Contest Soon

2009-11-19T09:52:00.000-08:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

If you've been waiting until you “put on more size” before you enter a bodybuilding contest, you may want to reconsider that plan.

Competitive bodybuilding on stage is an ILLUSION!

You really have no idea how your entire body will “flow” together until you lose the vast majority of your body fat. Some body parts that don't appear to be big enough or developed enough will look massively different after you've put yourself through an ambitious and intelligent contest preparation regimen.

When you are absolutely shredded, you will create an illusion of being much bigger on stage than you appear to be when looking in your bathroom mirror. When you are absolutely shredded, all of your body parts will start flowing together in a more symmetrical fashion like a beautiful piece of art.

You may be much further along than you think you are. You may be selling yourself far too short. You aren't going to know how good you really are until you start shedding the excess body fat.

You also must remember that creative and intelligent posing and presentation skills HIGHLIGHT your strengths and CAMOUFLAGE your weakness.

Keep these points in mind as you prepare for that bodybuilding contest that you really want to enter—and when dealing with the negative emotions and feelings that will try to get the best of you during your journey.

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Resources That Will Take Your Bodybuilding Contest Preparation to the Next Level!
======================================

Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are YOU saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn't a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don't know about you, but as for me, I'm committed 100% to Skip's contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I'm 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it's simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I'm certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T' and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can't thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.' I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

===========================

Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

Get the . . .

* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

* Five Manual Booklets (Total 178 pages) PDF Files

* Plus BONUSES (see below)

. . . Emailed to You NOW and Begin Your Road to Bodybuilding and Training MASTERY TODAY!

11 hours and 30 minutes!

===========================

SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

===========================

* Special Price Only $149.97

Click here NOW to read Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course Outline and ORDER TODAY!

===========================

Copyright 2009. Skip La Cour Consulting. All Rights Reserved.

The Importance of Outstanding Conditioning (Degree of Leanness)

2009-11-12T10:04:00.000-08:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

This Is One Lesson You Do NOT Want to Learn on Contest Day!

You must be well-conditioned for your show. All the muscle in the world will NOT help you do well in a show if it's covered by too much body fat.

You must establish this empowering belief structure long before you are about to step on stage. When you're dejected standing up there looking way too standing next to a competitor or two who really “did their homework,” it's far too late to do anything about it.

Too many competitive bodybuilders worry about "losing muscle" as they diet down for a contest. They stop dieting as aggressively as they once did and/or cut down their structured cardiovascular training because they “think” they are getting too small.

The better conditioning (degree of leanness) you present on stage, the more of an illusion of massive size you'll create. Ripped may look "small" in your bathroom mirror at home—but it will look HUGE on the contest stage. And, that's the ONLY place that counts!

======================================
Resources That Will Take Your Bodybuilding Contest Preparation to the Next Level!
======================================

Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn't a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don't know about you, but as for me, I'm committed 100% to Skip's contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I'm 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it's simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I'm certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T' and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can't thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.' I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

===========================

Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

Get the . . .

* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

* Five Manual Booklets (Total 178 pages) PDF Files

* Plus BONUSES (see below)

. . . Emailed to You NOW and Begin Your Road to Bodybuilding and Training MASTERY TODAY!

11 hours and 30 minutes!

===========================

SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

===========================

* Special Price Only $149.97

Click here NOW to read Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course Outline and ORDER TODAY!

===========================

Copyright 2009. Skip La Cour Consulting. All Rights Reserved.

Taking Scheduled Physique Assessment Photos During Your Contest Preparation

2009-09-19T09:20:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six-Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

Although It May Be Painful At Times To See the Way You Really Look During Your Journey, You Must Take Assessment Photos Every Step Along the Way.

Be sure to take pictures to document the changes and improvements your body experiences during your contest preparation journey. You should take pictures on a regular basis. Weekly physique assessment photos during your last 12 to 20 weeks prior to your show will be tremendously helpful tools as you strive to become your very best.

Sometimes you'll like what you see in the pictures—and sometimes you will not. These photos will sometimes be rewarding, motivating, constructively critical, a boost to your ego, fun, and mementos that you'll cherish in the future.

But let me warn you that weekly physique assessment photos can sometimes be depressing, mentally taxing, emotionally draining, inconvenient, and challenge your desire to continue as well. It's up to you to use the photos and the positive and/or negative feedback to your advantage. The chances are great that you will not always be satisfied with the progress (or lack of progress) your physique assessment photos demonstrate.

It will be very common for you to think that your progress is actually much better than the photos reveal. Pictures, however, do NOT lie. That's how you really look. It's your perception that lies. Remember that it's a lot better to find out what you need to work on 20 weeks before a contest when you can actually do something about it than 20 minutes after your contest when you can't.

No matter how much of an inconvenience physique assessment photos may be to take, invest the time to follow through and take them anyway. No matter how painful or disappointing they may be to look at, be sure you take them anyway.

Physique assessment photos will help you become the very best you can be when your contest date arrives. And, when you look at the photos a few months after your show, you'll realize then that you were much too hard on yourself at the time the photos were taken.

Displaying your hard-earned development in the most complimentary manner is very important when you step on stage in front of the judges at contest time. Physique assessment photos are also a good opportunity for you to practice your mandatory poses and show off your physique properly.

Invest in a digital camera with a self-timer. You should also buy a tripod. That way, you will not need to depend on anyone else to take your pictures. Believe me, it will be tough enough to stay motivated to take you own physique assessment shots on a weekly basis. Don't complicate the process even more by creating the need to coordinate with another person.

Set the camera on the tripod at the same position the judges will be doing their work: Looking up at your physique about 15 to 20 feet away.

You should also take the photos in as close to the exact same setting every time. That way, you can make fair comparisons and better evaluate your progress. If you take your pictures outside, try to take them at the same time of day. How the sun casts shadows on your body will be important to the quality and usefulness of the physique assessment photos.

======================================
Resources That Will Take Your Bodybuilding Contest Preparation to the Next Level!
======================================

Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn't a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don't know about you, but as for me, I'm committed 100% to Skip's contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I'm 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it's simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I'm certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T' and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can't thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.' I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

===========================

Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

Get the . . .

* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

* Five Manual Booklets (Total 178 pages) PDF Files

* Plus BONUSES (see below)

. . . Emailed to You NOW and Begin Your Road to Bodybuilding and Training MASTERY TODAY!

11 hours and 30 minutes!

===========================

SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

===========================

* Special Price Only $149.97

Click here NOW to read Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course Outline and ORDER TODAY!

===========================

Copyright 2009. Skip La Cour Consulting. All Rights Reserved.

How Well You Harness Your Mental and Emotional Resources Will Be the "Wildcard Factor"

2009-09-11T13:50:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

Just How Mentally and Emotionally Tough Are You?

The difference between a champion and a runner-up competitor is oftentimes the standards they hold themselves to when preparing for a show.

All competitive bodybuilders train with weights but there are many different levels of effort and execution one can produce. Most bodybuilders will do some cardiovascular training when they get ready for a contest but how intensely, effectively, and consistently they do that cardiovascular training will make a huge difference in the quality of their physiques. Every bodybuilder will cut their calories as they strive to get shredded for a show but how much pain they are willing to endure and for how long will vary greatly.

The "wildcard" factor, so to speak, that will determine how good you will be on contest day is how well you align all of the mental and emotional variables in your life. I'm not referring to what you do in the gym, on the recumbent bike, or at the dinner table to get ready for a contest.

The "wildcard" factor I'm referring to is getting your head on straight and thinking clearly throughout the entire contest preparation journey. I call this critical aspect of becoming the very best you can be on contest day "getting your house in order."

======================================
Resources That Will Take Your Bodybuilding Contest Preparation to the Next Level!
======================================

Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour’s ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn’t a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don’t know about you, but as for me, I’m committed 100% to Skip’s contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I’m 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it’s simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I’m certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T’ and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can’t thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.’ I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

===========================

Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

Get the . . .

* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

* Five Manual Booklets (Total 178 pages) PDF Files

* Plus BONUSES (see below)

. . . Emailed to You NOW and Begin Your Road to Bodybuilding and Training MASTERY TODAY!

11 hours and 30 minutes!

===========================

SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

===========================

* Special Price Only $149.97

Click here NOW to read Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course Outline and ORDER TODAY!

===========================

Copyright 2009. Skip La Cour Consulting. All Rights Reserved.

Evaluating Progress During Your Contest Preparation

2009-09-04T07:41:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

You Must Have Faith In Your Plan!

Don't try to gauge the quality of your body’s development or level of conditioning too often. Have confidence in the plan-of-attack that you’ve adopted. You must have a sense of certainty that if you eat properly, train hard, and meet most (if not all) of the small daily goals that you’ve set, you'll be your very best at the end.

If you try and gauge how you look too often, you'll drive yourself crazy. Your perspective will probably change about 100 times during the course of your contest preparation season.

You are NOT in the right mindset due to the strict dieting needed and the stress preparing for your contest to make objective evaluations on a day-to-day basis.

More importantly, you can't make rational adjustments to your plan on a day-to-day basis.No one can.

======================================
Resources That Will Take Your Bodybuilding Contest Preparation to the Next Level!
======================================

Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour’s ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn’t a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don’t know about you, but as for me, I’m committed 100% to Skip’s contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I’m 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it’s simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I’m certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T’ and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can’t thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.’ I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

===========================

Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

Get the . . .

* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

* Five Manual Booklets (Total 178 pages) PDF Files

* Plus BONUSES (see below)

. . . Emailed to You NOW and Begin Your Road to Bodybuilding and Training MASTERY TODAY!

11 hours and 30 minutes!

===========================

SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

===========================

* Special Price Only $149.97

Click here NOW to read Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course Outline and ORDER TODAY!

===========================

Copyright 2009. Skip La Cour Consulting. All Rights Reserved.

The First Step of Your Contest Diet Is Conditioning Your Metabolism To Run Faster and More Efficiently

2009-08-28T09:39:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

Dieting Correctly for Your Contest Is A Lot More Than Just Cutting Your Calories and Not Eating Pizza

It should go without saying that your diet is an extremely important part of contest preparation. The way you eat during your journey will have the greatest impact--bar none--on the quality of the physique you'll ultimately present on stage.

Here are the two definitions I use for the word "diet" as they refer to your contest preparation nutritional program:

One definition for the word "diet" is to eliminate (or drastically reduce) the amount of non-healthy "junk" food meals that you eat. All of your meals (or the great majority of them) should include only the standard bodybuilding foods such as lean meats, egg whites, unprocessed starchy carbohydrates; vegetables, protein powders and meal replacements .

In addition to eliminating certain foods while you are dieting, eating properly at this time means eating enough of the right foods at the most efficient times during the day in order to build muscle mass and lose body fat.

The other definition I use for the word "diet" would still include the elimination of non-healthy foods but, in this particular definition, this type of dieting also means that you eat in a calorie-deprived manner. In other words, you intentionally eat fewer calories than your body will burn every day.

It's important to understand that, just because you refrain from eating delicious, non-healthy foods, you will not necessarily shed your body fat and get shredded for a contest--no matter how long you cut out those foods from your nutritional program. You must gradually and subtly "starve" yourself a little in order to drop your body fat levels.

The first step of your contest diet is conditioning your metabolism to run faster and more efficiently. But don't reduce your calories too much too far out from your contest. You should eat as much "clean" food as possible when you start your diet. That way, you have more room to gradually reduce your daily caloric intake. As long as you are losing weight with food you are eating and have allowed plenty of time to get yourself ready for your contest, don't worry about how much food you are eating.

To speed up your metabolism, you also need to start cleaning up your diet. By "cleaning up" I mean that you should greatly reduce (if not totally eliminate) unhealthy, non-bodybuilding, or "junk" meals. You must start eating all of your meals at well-planned, specifically-scheduled times throughout the day. That will get your metabolism running smoothly, efficiently, and like "clockwork."

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Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour’s ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn’t a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don’t know about you, but as for me, I’m committed 100% to Skip’s contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I’m 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it’s simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I’m certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T’ and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can’t thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.’ I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

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Which Protein Source Is Better for Contest Preparation? Beef, Chicken, Tuna, or Egg Whites?

2009-08-21T05:01:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

Make Your Decision as to Which Protein You'll Eat--And Then Execute with Confidence!

Many competitive bodybuilders debate as to which form of "real" food protein sources are the very best when preparing for a show. Beef, chicken, tuna, and egg whites seem to be the most popular protein sources.

So, what EXACTLY is the very best source of real food protein? Many bodybuilders feel that beef gives their muscles a fuller appearance. Some people choose chicken because they believe their body processes it more efficiently than other proteins. Others choose tuna because it has a lower caloric content per ounce and is more convenient. And, why egg whites? Could it be because they are more of a "breakfast food" or our bodybuilding forefathers all ate egg whites? Personally, I don't believe it matters what type of real food protein you eat—as long as the grams of protein and/or the calories it contains fits within your strategically-planned contest preparation diet.

I understand, however, every bodybuilder has his personal preference and his reasons behind it. Some bodybuilders believe that certain proteins make their muscle appear fuller. As far as a type of protein makes your muscles appear fuller, that's probably a particular bodybuilder’s personal preference or opinion based on emotion. And, if you’ve been though the mental and emotional roller coaster ride that comes with contest preparation, you can’t always trust the bodybuilder’s (who currently going through the process) opinion anyway. His mind just isn’t totally objective—no matter what he tries to tell you.

Besides, who really cares how full your muscles look until the minute you step on stage, anyway? That’s the only time fuller muscles really count. That really shouldn't be a determining factor if you are getting increasingly leaner for a contest while preserving as much muscle mass as possible. When you look at the big picture of contest preparation that spans over 12 to 20 weeks, executing your structured nutritional plan on a consistent basis is what's most important--not the particular type of protein you eat.

You shouldn't think that you are doing yourself a huge favor by choosing one over another. At the same time, you shouldn't let any uncertainty distract you or creep into your psyche because you might not have picked the "magic" protein source.

Whatever real food protein source you choose, be certain to bolster real food protein with VP2 Whey Isolate. The quickly absorbed, high-quality whey VP2 is the perfect compliment to the real protein sources you eat as you prepare for your contest.

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Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour’s ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn’t a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don’t know about you, but as for me, I’m committed 100% to Skip’s contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I’m 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it’s simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I’m certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T’ and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can’t thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.’ I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

===========================

Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

Get the . . .

* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

* Five Manual Booklets (Total 178 pages) PDF Files

* Plus BONUSES (see below)

. . . Emailed to You NOW and Begin Your Road to Bodybuilding and Training MASTERY TODAY!

11 hours and 30 minutes!

===========================

SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

===========================

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===========================

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There's No Need To Stop Using Supplements During Your Contest Preparation

2009-08-14T09:11:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

They Got You Looking This Good, Didn't They? And, They Will Make You Look Even Better!

Here's a question for you. If you believed that the foods you were eating during your contest preparation were contributing greatly to the quality of your physique, why in the world would you ever stop eating those foods? You wouldn't, would you?

For some reason, many bodybuilders mistakenly believe that they must eliminate protein powders and meal replacements from their diets when they are many weeks away from their show. This is a big mistake!

I certainly believe there is a tremendous value in real food. But, if you think the human body can function just as effectively and efficiently with real food alone, you are kidding yourself. Your muscle-building and fat-loss efforts will be greatly enhanced if you support them with high-quality, state-of-the-art sports supplementation. Athletes today are getting bigger, stronger, leaner, and faster as the advancements in sports nutrition evolve.

If I were to guess, the strategy that advises you to eliminate protein powder and meal replacements from your contest preparation diet stems from the belief that these supplements contain too much sodium. The amount of sodium in these products is a non-factor during your contest journey except for at the very last few days. Maybe you should severely limit their intake during the last several days before a contest--but several weeks before then is totally unnecessary.

The other rational that I’ve heard is the “the body will work much harder digesting real food and you will burn more calories.” Oh really? How many more calories do you think you really burn? And, even if you did burn a few more, is it worth the difficulty that you are adding to an already challenging process? I certainly do not think so!

In fact, cutting MM25 Whey Protein from your contest preparation diet is plain old foolish. In your calorie-deprived state while contest dieting, you'll need this high-performance "super food" more than ever!

======================================
Resources That Will Take Your Bodybuilding Contest Preparation to the Next Level!
======================================

Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour’s ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn’t a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don’t know about you, but as for me, I’m committed 100% to Skip’s contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I’m 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it’s simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I’m certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T’ and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can’t thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.’ I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

===========================

Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

Get the . . .

* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

* Five Manual Booklets (Total 178 pages) PDF Files

* Plus BONUSES (see below)

. . . Emailed to You NOW and Begin Your Road to Bodybuilding and Training MASTERY TODAY!

11 hours and 30 minutes!

===========================

SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

===========================

* Special Price Only $149.97

Click here NOW to read Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course Outline and ORDER TODAY!

===========================

Copyright 2009. Skip La Cour Consulting. All Rights Reserved.

Hamstrings and Glutes Separation Makes the Difference Between a Champion and an Also-Ran

2009-08-07T08:14:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

Every One of the Top Finishers Are Going to Have Nicely Etched Abs and Striations on Their Chest and Shoulders--So Don't Be Content With That Level of Conditioning

Conditioning, the visible degree of leanness and muscularity, is an extremely important factor that determines the quality of the physique you'll present of stage. NOW is the time to work hard to reduce your body fat levels. You must make certain to use all of the time ahead of you. Don't wait until the final weeks and be forced to take drastic measures in ordered to be prepared for your show in time.

Continual and honest assessment of your progress is essential to your success. Many competitive bodybuilders make the mistake of "falling in love" with the way they are looking far too early in the contest preparation process. "I'm already in the shape of my life!" or "I'm way ahead of schedule" are some comments you'll often hear them say. Don't become complacent just because your abdominals are nicely etched or because you're getting cross-striations on your chest and shoulder muscles. Heck! Everyone on stage will be in that kind of condition when contest day arrives

What makes the difference between a champion and an "also-ran" competitor will be the separation of their hamstrings and glutes. Those are the tell-tale signals that cry out to the judges which bodybuilders did their homework and put forth the most effort.

When you look at yourself in the mirror during your contest preparation journey, turn around. Evaluate how well your hamstrings and glutes are coming in. Keeping your eye on achieving the "gold standard" in conditioning will keep you humble and working hard. Trust me!

======================================
Resources That Will Take Your Bodybuilding Contest Preparation to the Next Level!
======================================

Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour’s ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn’t a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don’t know about you, but as for me, I’m committed 100% to Skip’s contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I’m 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it’s simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I’m certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T’ and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can’t thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.’ I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

===========================

Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

Get the . . .

* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

* Five Manual Booklets (Total 178 pages) PDF Files

* Plus BONUSES (see below)

. . . Emailed to You NOW and Begin Your Road to Bodybuilding and Training MASTERY TODAY!

11 hours and 30 minutes!

===========================

SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

===========================

* Special Price Only $149.97

Click here NOW to read Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course Outline and ORDER TODAY!

===========================

Copyright 2009. Skip La Cour Consulting. All Rights Reserved.

The Importance of Posing Practice

2009-07-31T07:29:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

You've Done Everything It Takes to Build a Great Body So Do Yourself A Big Favor and Do Everything It takes to Present It Well On Stage

Practicing your posing is very important. There's absolutely no doubt about it! If you are going to go through all the time and effort of dieting, weight training, cardiovascular training, and sacrificing a lot of the more enjoyable things in life to enter a bodybuilding contest, you should take a just a little bit more time and effort to make sure you present what you've created in the best possible manner.

I urged bodybuilders not to worry too much about posing on contest day until the it is the right time. Instead, I recommend that you put all of your focus and energy toward creating the outstanding big, full, muscular, and lean physique that you want to present on the special day. I suggest that competitive bodybuilders should not start posing until about six or so weeks out from their show.

At the six-week point, it's now time to start practicing your posing.

When you begin your posing practice, it's extremely important that you make sure you are hitting each of the poses correctly. I don't care how many hours of posing practice you put into the presentation of your physique if you do not poses correctly when the day of your show arrives.

That's why you must get off to a good start when you begin your posing practice. Hire a posing coach who lives nearby for personal instruction if possible. A posing coach can be any current or former competitive bodybuilder in your local area who you feel is experienced, qualified, and willing to help. You should also invest in instructional posing videos.

Take control of the quality of your posing yourself by taking still digital camera images and video footage. Before you get too far along into the practicing process, you should break down the pictures and video footage--just as a coach would break down his team's play execution from game films. The couple of hours you spend critique your presentation at the beginning will save you a significant amount of wasted time posing incorrectly without even realizing you are doing so.

When you start to practice, schedule your sessions at a certain time each day just as you would your meals, weight training workouts, or cardiovascular training sessions. Start out by doing three or four 30 minutes sessions a week and build from there as needed. During the last three weeks, I would recommend that you practice posing every single day.

Be structured in your approach to posing practice. Have a consistent and systematic plan during every practice session. You should start with the relaxed quarter turns, move on to the mandatory posing, then to your 60-second routine (without music), and finish off with your 90-second routine set to music. Practice your posing in this orderly fashion every single time you work on the proper presentation of your physique.

Although you'll only need to hold each pose for about five seconds during your contest, I would recommend that you hit each pose for 15 seconds as you practice. This way, you'll build up the physical and mental endurance you'll need to do the very best job of displaying the body you've worked so hard to create the very best when the pressure is on.

======================================
Resources That Will Take Your Bodybuilding Contest Preparation to the Next Level!
======================================

Read what competitive bodybuilders just like YOU are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour’s ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn’t a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don’t know about you, but as for me, I’m committed 100% to Skip’s contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I’m 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it’s simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I’m certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T’ and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

“I can’t thank you enough for all of the valuable information you covered in your ‘Ultimate Contest Preparation Seminar.’ I take to the stage for a second time this year and this time I feel empowered every step of the way. I did well last year but will do even better this year thanks to you, Skip. Everything I needed to know was covered with explanations why this is the best way. I have never felt more focused in my life.”

Kate Alderman
Adelaide, Australia

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Learn the SECRETS to How to Be Your Best on Contest Day from a Six-Time National Champion and a Coach Who Has Guided HUNDREDS of Men--Just Like YOU--During This Challenging and Rewarding Process!

Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

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* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

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* Plus BONUSES (see below)

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Do You "Hope" to Enter a Bodybuilding Contest Someday?

2009-07-24T19:59:00.000-07:00

Hello Men. It's Skip La Cour.

Do you hope to enter a bodybuilding contest someday?

Really?

Well, that's awesome! Let me ask you a question, though:

What the heck is your PLAN?

You see, when it comes to taking on the rewarding yet demanding CHALLENGE of entering a bodybuilding contest, you must do a hell of a lot more than just “hope.”

As very wise mentor told me many years ago, “Skip, hope is a WORTHLESS emotion. You need to always have a PLAN.”

Over the years, I have received hundreds of emails from men who HOPED to enter a bodybuilding contest “someday.”

I would estimate that less than 5 percent of those “someday guys” actually made it onto a contest stage. And, unfortunately, I would estimate that no more than half of that 5 percent considered the experience a positive one—and never entered another bodybuilding contest again.

“When I gain more size”; “In three years”; “When my work (or school) schedule settles down”; and “When my legs catch up to the rest of my body” are some of the more common reasons why they put off doing what THEY REALLY WANT TO DO.

Look, if you ever want to enter a bodybuilding contest, you need to realize a couple of important things:
You are NEVER going to look in the mirror one day and say “Okay. Now, I am good enough to enter a contest.”

It works is this way:

You COMMIT to a SPECIFIC DATE and then you call upon all of your physical, mental, emotional, and psychological POWERS to make it happen! Many of which, you will not even realize you have inside of you! Trust me. You have a lot more power inside of you than you realize.

“Someday” never forces you to call upon those awesome powers. Sorry. It just doesn't work that way.
The other important point is that you must find a MENTOR who can outline and thoroughly explain the ENTIRE PROCESS of contest preparation before you even begin your journey. Why? If you don't, the UNCERTAINTY and LACK of CLARITY will mentally and emotionally CRUSH you!

Now that you have mentor here and he explains the process in great detail to you, then the rewarding and challenging work begins. Less of your brain power is required and, because of this, more of your WILL POWER will be UNLEASHED.

If you are determined to be one of the select, COURAGEOUS few men who actually step on stage and actually feel the tremendous FULFILLMENT of entering a bodybuilding contest, I want you to TAKE ACTION NOW.

I've outlined the ENTIRE contest preparation process for you in my 11 hour and 30 minute ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course. EVERY aspect of the process is covered so the only thing left for you to do is to . . .

. . . Commit, Execute, and Follow Through!

Check out what this outstanding course has to offer by clicking the link below. I'll have the mp3 audio files and PDF workbook files sent to your email address within MINUTES.

It's time to STOP TALKING and START DOING!

http://skiplacour.com/contestprep/ucp_files.htm

P.S. This comprehensive audio seminar course is also AWESOME for anyone who didn't do as well as they would have liked and are NOW looking for an EDGE. I hold NOTHING back as I reveal everything it took for me to become a Six-Time National Champion.

Copyright 2009 Skip La Cour Consulting. All Rights Reserved.

Contest Preparation Is Like "Navigating An Airplane"

2009-07-24T08:37:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

Don’t Assume That You’ll Look Your Best Without Some Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Psychological Adjustments Along the Way)

No matter how well you may think you are doing at preparing for your upcoming contest, you can never let up. You must continue working diligently and intelligently all the way up until the time you step off stage after the evening show.

You simply can't take anything for granted. Nothing! You just can't let up until the very end—and not a minute before it's completely finished. You can't waste valuable time due to complacency. You can never get back the time you've wasted.

There's always more you can do. There's always a higher level to achieve. When you consider staying focused, eliminating distractions, keeping the proper level of motivation, commitment, and perspective, weight training, dieting, cardiovascular training, posing practice, tanning, staying in stock with everything you need, preparing what you need for the actual show, making sure your "regular" life doesn't get too of out whack, and somehow getting your mind right so can enjoy the journey (without enjoying it too much, if you know what I mean), there are simply too many aspects to the contest preparation process for you to let yourself become complacent.

I like to compare contest preparation to flying an airplane. Who cares how well you are flying the plane halfway through your trip if you make a crash-landing at the end of it?

There's Always More You Can Do to Get Ready for Your Show

2009-07-17T09:03:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

The Competitor Who Has the Highest Standards for What He Expects from Himself for the Longest Period of Time Will Win (All Other Factors Being Equal)

One of the toughest challenges of contest preparation is to keep driving yourself to a higher level throughout the entire journey. It's easy to become a little complacent when you know you are already working extremely hard and looking really good. This is especially true when you are clearly head and shoulders above the rest of your friends and acquaintances (both inside and outside of the gym) in terms of dedication, discipline, and physical development.

"You are looking great! You are going to do really well!" or "Wow! You must be pretty close to being ready for your contest, aren't you? How much longer do you have to go?" are probably just a fraction of the positive feedback being said to you at this time. Although their words are encouraging and make you feel good, you can't buy into the hype. I willing to bet that every competitor who will step onstage with you at your upcoming contest is being showered with those very same complimentary comments as you read this paragraph.

As Bill Bradley, the former New York Knicks basketball star and New Jersey state senator, used to say, "There is always someone out there working harder than you are." Those words prevented him from getting too full of himself and kept him always striving for a higher level of dedication. I have reflected upon his words as I've prepared for my bodybuilding contests over the years.

No matter how hard you are working to prepare for your contest, there's always a higher level of work, dedication, discipline, and follow through that you can execute. There's always one more rep you can pump out; five more pounds you can lift; one more calorie you can burn or one-tenth of a mile more you can travel during your cardiovascular training session; at least another meal you can eat exactly on time; or a few more minutes you can spend perfecting your posing.

But you will not strive for that higher level until you first do two things. The first thing you must do is realize that you can indeed work even harder and secondly, you must specifically identify exactly what is the higher level you are shooting for.

Look, it's no threat to your ego having to admit that you can become even better at preparing for your show. Doing so doesn't take away from anything you have already done up until this point in time. You just want to build upon what you've been doing until this point-in-time. As the saying goes "The tougher you are on yourself now, the easier life will become in the future." You might as well be extremely tough on yourself now when you have time to make adjustments. That's a heck of a lot better than wishing you would have done more the day after your contest, isn't it? The pain you put yourself through now will lead to more pleasure for you to enjoy later.

Identify exactly what you must do to take yourself to the next level. This is where setting goals at the beginning of your day and week--and then assessing what you have and have not accomplished at the end of each day and week really augment your efforts.

How has your weight training been going--really? Have you missed any cardio sessions lately? Are you following through with your "Daily Disciplines" or are you rationalizing your lack of follow through by telling yourself "I'm ahead of schedule" or "I have plenty of time left to get ready for my show"? Be honest with yourself. This is not the time to tell yourself stories to avoid short-term pain or disappointment.

Believe me, the gut-wrenching pain of falling short of being your best after your contest is over is far more painful than the benign pain of admitting to yourself now that your efforts can be tightened up a little.

Read What People Have to Say About Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course

2009-07-12T08:32:00.000-07:00

Read what competitive bodybuilders just like are saying about this OUTSTANDING bodybuilding contest preparation seminar--and get the mp3 sound files and pdf workbooks email to you TODAY!

“Skip La Cour’s ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar is excellent! For beginners, there isn’t a more thorough system to follow which will result in your success. As for the intermediate and advanced bodybuilders, Skip makes like-minded individuals aware of that the ups, downs, and all around. He tells you in advance how your mind will play tricks at such an elite level. His theories are nothing short of spectacular and easy to replicate, commit to, and focus on!! The more tools you use from his arsenal, the more likely you will achieve the desired results you wish for. I don’t know about you, but as for me, I’m committed 100% to Skip’s contest preparation system and it has catapulted me physically, mentally, and emotionally to greater heights. The benefits and knowledge you acquire from picking his brain will far out way the cost. The priceless information you can take with you forever and it comes directly from one of the best natural bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Start today and achieve the success you deserve!”

Matt Zintak
Chicago, IL

“I want to thank you for teaching me your contest preparation strategies in your seminar. What a ton of information for a very modest fee. You're awesome, dude! The biggest thing I got out of it is the mental toughness that a person needs if they want to succeed in reaching their bodybuilding goals. That mindset that the challenge it's ‘me against me.' I'm looking forward to the challenge”

Colin LaRose
New Haven VT

“Thanks for this ULTIMATE Contest Preparation Seminar, Skip! The value of this information is above and beyond the investment. You have done an awesome job of explaining every detail of contest preparation in an easy-to-understand manner. I now have the certainty and confidence I need to WIN. Now that my mind is perfectly clear about what it takes to be the best, all I have to do is EXECUTE!”

TJ Carver
Centerville, UT

“I would really like to thank you for your training, nutrition, and competition advice in your ULTIMATE Contest Preparation seminar. I invested in your seminar not knowing what to expect. I came out of it feeling more dedicated and more confident than ever for my competition. This is also my first competition, so every single detail of the competition preparation is all on paper and good to go! I get to listen to YOU tell me everything I need to know and be prepared for in the comfort of my own home, bus, car, etc. I feel mentally and physically stronger than ever before, my goals are much stronger, and I have never wanted to win anything so badly in my life. I’m 12 weeks out and each week has plans and goals that are well-structured, Now, it’s simply time to execute. If anyone out there is thinking about investing in a program such as this, do so! It is money well spent for advice coming from someone who has many, many years of experience. Keep on keeping on!”

Mark Brabazon
South Perth
Australia

“Thank goodness you have taken the time to observe, record, analyze, and share your wealth of information with so many people at such a small investment. The cost is priceless compared to the years of experience you have amassed. You have done the years of hard work and experimentation which has lead to a set of strategies that are the most effective and efficient. I’m certain I will get greater results in less time and absolutely no guess work. All I will have to do is follow your advice ‘to a T’ and work hard.”

Anthony Mango
Sugar Land, TX

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* 11 Hour and 30 Minute Sound Files

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Skip La Cour's ULTIMATE Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Audio Seminar Course Outline

Session One
Establishing an EMPOWERING Mindset Before You Even Start Your Contest Preparation Journey
(2 hours and 3 minutes)

Do you have the mindset of a bodybuilding contest CHAMPION? Or, the mindset of someone who will do “okay”? My first task on my way toward helping you become your very best—before I do anything else—is to make certain that you have the mindset of a CHAMPION. Your success—or failure—will weigh heavily on your mindset!

Your rules, beliefs, values, and standards will dictate you well you execute during your bodybuilding contest preparation journey. The challenge that the vast majority of bodybuilding competitors face is that they never even take inventory of them; never think how and why they were established; never track back to where they got them in the first place (and how credible that source was); and never evaluate them to see if they are indeed true.

Your “rules” are you opinions of what you think is possible and impossible; important and unimportant; true and untrue when it comes to your contest preparation. Your beliefs are significantly stronger than your rules. Those will be difficult to change unless they are really broken down and explained.

What you believe to be true—is indeed true. At least for YOU it is. I make certain that you have the most empowering rules and beliefs when it comes to contest preparation—or you will be doomed from the start! I VALIDATE the rules and beliefs that will help you become the very best you can be on contest day—and DEMOLISH the ones that will limit what you can accomplish.

The competitor who has the highest standards throughout his contest preparation journey will get the closest to being his VERY BEST on contest day. I make sure that your standards on what you demand of yourself are high enough to get you where you really want to go.

We all need to make CHOICES in our lives. The choices you make on your contest preparation journey and how you prioritize what is important to you are called your “values.” You will determine your values—but I instruct on the values you will need to become your very best when the contest day arrives.

I then take you through a series of interactive EXERCISES that will set the most empowering rules, beliefs, values, and standards in “concrete” so you will be off to an awesome start.

This is the foundation to greatness. Your mental foundation has to be rock-solid. And, I challenge the way you currently think to make certain your foundation is rock-solid.

The MENTAL RECONSTRUCTION that takes during this session is a tremendously important first step. Without a solid foundation, all of the very best strategies in the world that I present to you will NOT even accepted in the first place—let alone execute! Be ready to come to this session with an OPEN MIND.

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Session Two
An All-Encompassing Overview of Your Entire Contest Preparation Journey
(2 hours and 22 minutes)

When you “Begin with the end if mind” with anything you want to accomplish, you will be more like to execute EVERYTHING you must do to become your very best on contest day. You will maximize your POWER during every single set; repetition; weight training workout; cardiovascular training session; meal; minute; hour; day; week; and month of your contest preparation journey. You will be physically, mentally, emotionally, and psychologically prepared for ANYTHING that will challenge you along your journey (And, you WILL be challenged).

I outline—in great detail—the physical (weight training; cardiovascular training; dieting; etc.), mental (striving for more; staying focused; locking onto your contest day vision; etc.), emotional (dealing with the ups and downs along the way; the disconnection with people that you may face; remembering why you are putting yourself through this challenge; etc), and psychological (overcoming self-doubt; overcoming self-sabotage; keeping things in the right perspective; staying in control and living in your reality; etc) CHALLENGES that you will face along your journey.

I tell you EXACTLY what is ahead of you. Then you, through a series of exercises, make DECISIONS as to exactly how you will handle them—long before they ever arise. You will DECIDE on what you will and will NOT do when those challenges arise during this session! Of course, I give you directives on the BEST way to handle those challenges.

With my guidance, you begin to establish “Daily Disciplines” or standards and tasks that you will strive to EXECUTE every single day—no matter what challenges you face—to become the very best competitor you can be. These disciplines include things like your meals; meal times; how much water you drink; training performance; posing practice; goal-setting; self-assessment; picture-taking, how many times you review what I’ve taught you on the mp3 audio files; and much more.

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Session Three
Training and Eating Like a Champion During EVERY Single Phase of Your Contest Preparation
(2 hours and 40 minutes)

During this session, I get very specific about the training and nutritional strategies that will make you your very best when your show arrives.

I outline in great detail exactly what you must do every step along the way when it comes to your habits in the gym and with the way you eat. From off-season strategies; 20 weeks out; 12 weeks out; the final critical week; the day of the show; all the way up until the minute you step on stage.

During this session, I explain HOW you will train and eat at certain periods of time; HOW MUCH you will train and eat at certain periods of time; WHEN you will train and eat a certain way and at certain periods of time; and WHY you will train and eat a certain way at certain periods of time. I provide you with many different examples, charts, and graphs that you will use to create your own plan.

This is the session when all the planning gets done. You benefit greatly during your journey because all of the time and effort you put in during this session. You only need to put in the physical effort and keep your head on straight from that point on.

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Session Four
The Final Week of Contest Preparation; Presenting Yourself Like a Champion On Stage
(2 hours and 23 minutes)

Many competitive bodybuilders mistakenly believe that the “final week” of contest preparation is when you “make it or break it.” That’s a “belief” that I totally DEMOLISH by the time we get to this session. In fact, I instill in you the belief that you are “bullet proof” because of all of the intelligent, efficient, effective, and hard work you’ve invested into your preparation.

The final week, however, is indeed important—especially when it comes to you being certain and confident about what you are going to be doing.

During this session, I devote a significant amount of time explaining in great detail the final critical week of contest preparation. I explain everything you need to do in the gym and everything that will enter your body (food; amount of food; types of food; water; minerals; supplements; etc). Of course, I explain exactly how, why, and when you will do all of this.

I also explain exactly what you must do to present yourself like a champion on stage. I break down the mindset and attitude that you must have to put the “finishing touches” on the physique that you’ve worked so long and hard to create.

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Bonus Session
Student's Questions and Answers
(2 hours)

You will learn from the many great questions that the other students in this course have asked Skip La Cour about contest preparation.

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SPECIAL BONUSES WORTH $150!

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Copy of Skip La Cour's Daily Training Journal Ebook ($49.99 Value)

* FREE Lifetime Access to Skip La Cour's Members Only Web Site That Documents TWO COMPLETE YEARS and Back-to-Back National Championship Victories ($50 Value)

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* Special Price Only $149.97

INVEST IN YOUR SUCCESS NOW BY CLICKING HERE

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Weighing and Measuring Your Food During Contest Preparation

2009-07-09T21:47:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

Many competitive bodybuilders simply estimate or "eyeball" the weight or measurement of their food while preparing for a contest. This method is fine during your off-season and can even effectively get you in "decent" shape. But, as the day of your show gets closer, you may run into problems.

For any "roadmap" to be helpful in getting you exactly where you want to go, you simply must know exactly where you currently are.

No matter what condition, degree of muscularity, or level of leanness you are able to achieve leading up to the last couple of months, you'll need to gradually lower your daily caloric intake every week in order to get ultra-shredded.

The difference between a small white potato and a regular-sized one could be as much as 100 calories. The difference between one tablespoon of flax seed oil and 1 1/2 tablespoons is 55 calories. The difference between four ounces of chicken breast and three ounces is 48 calories. The difference between one scoop of MM25 Whey Protein and one-half scoop is 50 calories.

You need to know exactly how many calories you are eating to know exactly how many calories you need to eliminate each week. When you are talking about 150 to 200 calories, there isn't much of a margin for error. Estimating your portion sizes are simply not the most effective way to go about this critical dieting process.

Hey! You're already putting all this time and effort into all the different details of your weight training, cardiovascular training, nutrition, and supplementation. Why not take the time to be as accurate as possible by weighing and measuring your food? I would suggest that you take this extra step for at least the last 12 weeks.

How Long Does It Take to Prepare for a Contest?

2009-07-03T09:29:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour

Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

Twelve weeks seems to be the standard amount of time that many bodybuilders invest while preparing for a bodybuilding contest. But where did they come up with 12 weeks as the right amount of time? Isn’t that just a number that has been passed down from bodybuilder to bodybuilder over the years? Shouldn’t the length of time you spend getting ready for a show be determined by the level of muscularity and definition you are striving to achieve and/or the shape you are in when you start?

I believe bodybuilders who start “getting serious” about an upcoming contest only 12 weeks ahead of time waste a lot of time that they could be using to set themselves up for an outstanding showing. This is especially true when in comes to training. You have 52 weeks every year to pack-on some high-quality muscle. The more time you spent focused on building muscle—the better.

I understand that everyone has different goals when in comes to competitive bodybuilding. I totally appreciate the fact that different people simply want different things and not everyone wishes to become a professional someday. Instead, many people simply want to see how far they can push themselves and transform their bodies. Doing well in a local or regional contest—but staying within the context of what they define as a “normal” life—is their primary objective.

Let me ask you a question. If a person who prepares for 12 weeks goes head-to-head on stage with a person who prepares for 15 weeks, who do you think will probably win—if they both had the same level of experience, genetic ability, determination, and execution? If all factors were equal, the one who prepared longer would win, right? Well, that’s exactly why I start preparing a lot earlier than 12 weeks. I want to become the very best I can be and I’m willing to do the work and make the sacrifices necessary to become my very best.

Regardless of your short, medium, or long-range bodybuilding goals, you’d be surprised just how much more you can achieve with your training performance and physique’s development simply by raising the standards of what you expect out of yourself in small, incremental stages. You can start those incremental steps a lot sooner than 12 weeks and still keep your life balanced. You simply have to make getting more out of yourself in the time you spend in the gym, setting up your day, and structuring your eating plan more of a priority.

I don’t diet in a calorie-deprived state for seven months as I prepare for a bodybuilding contest. It doesn’t take that long to get in ultra-shredded condition if you work hard enough. I use a longer period of time to build momentum and try to create the longest period of time I can with 100 percent execution.

I start my preparation by doing things such as eating my meals on time, drinking a certain amount of water for the day, taking all of my supplements on time, building up my concentration and focus while weight training, and structuring a consistent Max-OT Cardio training program. As time goes by, I will take all of these daily disciplines to higher and higher levels.

Dealing With the Uncertainty of Contest Preparation

2009-06-30T18:18:00.000-07:00

By Skip La Cour
Six Time National Bodybuilding Champion
Success Coach

I don't care how many bodybuilding contests that you've entered in your life, you will inevitably encounter at least some degree of uncertainty that the strategies you've chosen are the "right" strategies. Relax! That's all part of the game, so to speak.

It's easy to understand why you'd feel uncertain at times during the long, involved contest preparation process. There are so many strategies out there to choose from as you prepare for your show, right? And, doesn't it seem as though everyone wants to offer you their advice on what you should be doing and should not be doing--whether you asked for their advice or not?

With so many different directions to go, how can you possibly know for sure that the path you've chosen is the right path? You've invested far too much time and effort in your contest preparation to be going about things in the wrong way, right?

The truth of the matter is that you can never really know for sure if your hard work will payoff in the way you want it to. But, is there guaranteed success for any endeavor you take on in life? And if there was, how fun would the process be if you knew for sure how things would end up?

The first thing you must do is choose a good teacher, role model, or coach. Make sure you have enough faith in who they are and what they are all about. That will makes things a little easier when their strategies are challenged by articles you may read or "experts" you may come across during your contest preparation.

Then, you must give the strategies you decided to use your consistent and very best effort. Remember, just about every strategy can be effective if enough effort is poured into it.

You must stick to your plan once you've decided upon it. Switching back and forth from one strategy to another will accomplish nothing. Even if you do "succeed" you really won't know which philosophy contributed your success. Another unfortunate thing about switching back and forth between different strategies is the knowledge you'll rob yourself of attaining to become better in the future. You'll find yourself with the same degree of uncertainty the next time you prepare for a contest unless you really work your plan until its conclusion.

You must learn to exhibit faith and patience while on your contest journey. No matter how things turn out, you'll be better off over time by sticking to your plan and learning the pros and cons associated with it through your own personal experience--not by what others might tell you. Look, I know that everyone out there claims to be an expert and wants to thrust advice upon you but, to be honest, no one really comes close to caring about your success and failure as much as you do. So they give you some bad information? What do they care? It's not their time and hard work that will be compromised!

Uncertainty during your contest preparation is a very common way of feeling--even for a competitive bodybuilder at my level. You must control your emotions and learn how to effectively deal with this emotion because it will never go away.

Chalk up your uncertainty to your tremendous desire to be your very best when you finally step on stage. Don't view the uncertainty you experience along your journey as a weakness. Instead, you should see it as one of your most empowering strengths!

Friend to friend, I'll openly share with you that even the best of us feel that way at times. You are amongst good company!