Tag Archives: Bodybuilding

Training with a Workout Partner

Posted on April 5, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Brett Becker

1st Phorm Athlete, Brett Becker, gives suggestions on criteria to consider when selecting a workout partner with common goals, work ethic and knowledge base. Continue reading →

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To Compete or Not To Compete? That is the question

Posted on March 13, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Tony Friedrich

Are you thinking about participating in a bodybuilding competition this year?  Before committing yourself to competing, there are several factors that must be taken into consideration that may affect your decision. 1)     How is competing going to affect my health? … Continue reading →

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Welcome, 1st Phorm Athlete Angela Coleman!

Posted on March 8, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Angela Coleman

Welcome, Angela!  It’s great to have you on the 1st Phorm team.  Check this space for more posts by Angela Coleman, coming soon.

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Keeping It In the Family

Posted on October 19, 2011 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

The other day I heard that a popular professional bodybuilder and his wife, a professional figure competitor, were getting a divorce after only a few short years of marriage.  It seems like every day I hear about couples splitting up … Continue reading →

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Tony Friedrich – Newest 1st Phorm Athlete

Posted on October 18, 2011 by 1st Phorm Athlete Tony Friedrich

My love for fitness, nutrition, working out and sports started at a young age and has not only stayed with me but also transformed into my passion.  Today, this drive has compelled me to work hard and push my body … Continue reading →

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2011 Olympia Review

Posted on October 4, 2011 by 1st Phorm Athlete Brett Becker

The 2011 Olympia is in the books and we have a new champion, Phil Heath!  Dubbed “the Superbowl of Bodybuilding”, this year’s Olympia took place in Las Vegas September 17th, 2011.  Phil is the thirteenth winner of the prestigious Olympia … Continue reading →

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The Art of Drying Out – Alcoholics need not read, this blog does not pertain to you!

Posted on May 12, 2011 by 1st Phorm Athlete Brett Becker

When a bodybuilder steps on stage to compete, there is a very important process that must take place prior to the show. Beyond dieting to a body fat percent below what is healthy, bodybuilders must eliminate the layer of water … Continue reading →

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I’ve been thinking about competing for awhile, I’m just not sure where to start. People at my gym think I could do very well. I’ve heard of this guru in my area who has coached several bodybuilders at my gym. I’m a personal trainer so I think I have enough knowledge to get ready for a show but I’m thinking about hiring a bodybuilding coach/guru since this is my first show. Have you used a bodybuilding coach/guru, and what qualities do you look for in that person?

Posted on April 11, 2011 by 1st Phorm Athlete Brett Becker

Thank you for your question. It’s great to hear that you have potential and are thinking about stepping foot on stage for the first time. I think it would behoove you to employ the services of a diet coach, but … Continue reading →

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Becker Built 2010 Olympia Review

Posted on October 9, 2010 by 1st Phorm Athlete Brett Becker

The 2010 Olympia is in the books and it truly lived up to all of the hype and expectation. I feel it was one of the best judged Olympia’s that I can remember. The competition was scored fairly and politics … Continue reading →

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2010 IFBB North American Bodybuilding Championships Recap

Posted on September 16, 2010 by 1st Phorm Athlete Brett Becker

I returned last week from Cleveland from the 2010 IFBB North Americans and this concludes my 2010 competitive bodybuilding season. Unfortunately, I am not too happy with the outcome of this show. The mediocre display I presented at the North … Continue reading →

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