Show on Saturday

greenefit · 10-05-2006, 08:18 PM

I'm doing my first figure show on Saturday Oct. 7. I put on my first coat of pro tan yesterday. Should I stop at two coats or go for three?

bhman6 · 10-05-2006, 08:28 PM

its not the Lakewood show is it?

I'd put on 10 if you have time

in all seriousness, you can't be too dark

greenefit · 10-05-2006, 08:30 PM

no, Iowa

**thenatural** · 10-05-2006, 08:38 PM

yeah coat and coat and coat and coat. just make sure your last coat is dry before your next one - otherwise it blotches and wrecks. them stage lights are mighty bright and will ruin your physique if your not dark enough. listen to bhman - get at least 6 and shoot for 10. GOOD LUCK THIS WEEKEND

greenefit · 10-05-2006, 08:42 PM

Thanks. How long does it take to dry before you're safe and don't get blotchy? I've seen some bad paint jobs so I've probably been a little hesitant and allowing a super long time to dry.

bankerbabe75 · 10-06-2006, 04:05 PM

it takes a few hours for complete dryness, have someone use a blowdryer on you. It sucks and takes some time but it helps speed up the process.

i agree with everyone else, cant be too dark...

bhman6 · 10-06-2006, 04:16 PM

if you do your legs first they will be drying as you do your upper body. by the time it comes to do your legs again you should be fine

like bankerbabe said, you can manually blowdry one area while someone paints another....in about 3 hours time you could easily put on 5-6 coats....and whoever is painting you will be MISERABLE!

**Ken "Skip" Hill** · 10-07-2006, 06:25 AM

I am going to disagree and say that it takes alot longer for protan to set up than a few hours. In fact, I recommend only apply one heavy coat every 12 hours.

How is THAT for confusing you? : )

Skip

greenefit · 10-09-2006, 11:06 AM

Thanks for all your help. It was just a small show and a last minute decision. I just went through some crap in my personal life and I did it for a boost, so I really had to focus without a trainer or coach. I placed 2nd in my first show!!!!! I'm totally stoked. I'll definitley be more prepared for the next show. I ended up with about five coats of pro-tan and 2-3 coats of the instant pro tan gel. I could have been a little darker, but I looked good in comparison. I'm 23 and by far I was the youngest figure girl. All the other contestants were in their late 30's and early 40's. I was totally surprised at how different my physique was. I knew it would be, but standing right next to these gals really put it in perspective and it was like night and day, so I wasn't sure which way the judges would go. It worked out for me though. The gal that won did both the BB and figure and she looked great.
Awesome! I'm ready pick another one and start training and really get my career rolling again after nearly a year of de-training and neglecting to put myself first in life. Super big thanks to the Intensemuscle Team.

wakejump4me · 10-09-2006, 03:15 PM

congrats on your success . i suggest to stay on this board and you will be able to collect alot of knowledge and meet other female competitors as well ....

wake

**Ken "Skip" Hill** · 10-26-2006, 07:39 PM

First, congratulations on your first show. That is great to hear.

I had a good friend move to Billings that works out. Anywhere near Billings?

Just curious. *shrug*

Skip

Quote:

Originally Posted by greenefit

Thanks for all your help. It was just a small show and a last minute decision. I just went through some crap in my personal life and I did it for a boost, so I really had to focus without a trainer or coach. I placed 2nd in my first show!!!!! I'm totally stoked. I'll definitley be more prepared for the next show. I ended up with about five coats of pro-tan and 2-3 coats of the instant pro tan gel. I could have been a little darker, but I looked good in comparison. I'm 23 and by far I was the youngest figure girl. All the other contestants were in their late 30's and early 40's. I was totally surprised at how different my physique was. I knew it would be, but standing right next to these gals really put it in perspective and it was like night and day, so I wasn't sure which way the judges would go. It worked out for me though. The gal that won did both the BB and figure and she looked great.
Awesome! I'm ready pick another one and start training and really get my career rolling again after nearly a year of de-training and neglecting to put myself first in life. Super big thanks to the Intensemuscle Team.

greenefit · 10-30-2006, 05:21 PM

Missoula, but I'm really familiar with the Billings area. I'm in Honolulu right now and the Paradise Cup is in a couple of weeks at the Sheraton Waikiki, a few blocks from where I live. I'd like to stay and watch but I have to fly to Scottsdale. Bummer! I should probably post a new thread and ask about training in the Honolulu area. Where to go and who to get in touch with.

greenefit · 10-30-2006, 05:24 PM

It's lonely out here and I'm kind of in a rut as far as training goes because getting from one place to another and then actually finding a place to park is a pain in the ass. It seems like there are more cars than people on Oahu.

IslandGirl · 11-02-2006, 11:12 AM

Aloha n welcome green. I just saw this thread. Congrats on your first show. Do you have pics to post?

My hubby (aka ParadiseCup) and I are from Oahu. We both competed at the ParadiseCup when we lived in Honolulu.

There are several Hawaiians on this board. We trained at the 24-hour fit on Kapiolani. "Trucelt" trains I think at the Mililani and Pearl Kai locations.

Great to have you here.

greenefit · 11-02-2006, 06:28 PM

I live just a couple of blocks away from that 24hr fitness on Kalakaua but I'm training at Gold's on South St. right now because I travel so much and they have an easy month to month membership deal. It's great to hear from you Islandgirl.

greenefit · 11-02-2006, 06:48 PM

I'll see if I can't post a couple pics for ya

ParadiseCup · 11-03-2006, 07:49 AM

aloha and welcome greenefit !!

we would be glad to get some pictures of that show. It is the best run show in the state !!

IslandGirl · 11-03-2006, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greenefit

I live just a couple of blocks away from that 24hr fitness on Kalakaua but I'm training at Gold's on South St. right now because I travel so much and they have an easy month to month membership deal. It's great to hear from you Islandgirl.

It's awesome to have you here. I love it when peeps from Hawaii log in. I miss home, so it helps alot to when we correspond with y'all. Especially talk about the grinds there!!! Hows Zippys doing???

Quote:

Originally Posted by greenefit

I'll see if I can't post a couple pics for ya

That would be cool!!!

ParadiseCup · 11-03-2006, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IslandGirl

Especially talk about the grinds there!!! Hows Zippys doing???

and Grace's Inn in Aiea..

greenefit · 11-03-2006, 07:19 PM

Good, Good! I ate at Nick's Fish Market two nights ago. Totally delicious Lobster Tail. Mmmm. Halloween on Kalakaua was rediculous. Tons of tourists in trashy costumes. It was funny. That earthquake was sure a rocker! I actually didn't feel it though. I was in the car on the way back from the Gym, but when I got home my boyfriend looked like he'd seen a ghost. We lost power for about 12 hrs. There were lines of people getting free Ice Cream all day.

greenefit · 11-03-2006, 08:38 PM

Aloha

IslandGirl · 11-11-2006, 02:08 AM

Thanks for posting your pics. They are so small to view tho'. Looks good from what I can see. Congrats!

greenefit · 12-13-2006, 07:02 AM

Some shots from my photo shoot

greenefit · 12-13-2006, 07:21 AM

comp pics

greenefit · 12-13-2006, 07:43 AM

It was a natural NANBF Show. I really want to focus and do a larger show (NPC or NGA) and actually do some contest prep. When I said last minute I really meant it. I was visiting my mom in Wyoming and she made my suit two weeks before, we sewed on some jewels and I threw on some pro tan, drove 8 hours, and literally walked on stage, after researching some poses from the pros.
So be kind (I'm sensitive) I know there is work to be done to roll with the big girls and I'm willing to work hard. I was a college athlete so I'm no stranger to sacrifice.
My abs are a tough spot for me to lean out. Any comments are welcome and much appriciated and I promise to take them with a grain of salt.

10-05-2006, 08:18 PM	#1
greenefit New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 42	Show on Saturday I'm doing my first figure show on Saturday Oct. 7. I put on my first coat of pro tan yesterday. Should I stop at two coats or go for three?

10-05-2006, 08:28 PM	#2
bhman6 Roundtable Expert Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Akron, OH Posts: 5,332	its not the Lakewood show is it? I'd put on 10 if you have time in all seriousness, you can't be too dark __________________ benhartman.com optimumnutrition.com americanbodybuilding.com rippedacademy.com proteinreport.com myspace.com/optimumnutrition myspace.com/americanbodybuilding facebook.com/group.php?gid=9788498452 facebook.com/group.php?gid=7805419287 "Force yourself out of your comfort zone. You can't grow and progress without challenge and pressure. A diamond without pressure is a piece of fucking coal."

10-05-2006, 08:38 PM	#4
thenatural Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Just around the bend. Posts: 8,751	yeah coat and coat and coat and coat. just make sure your last coat is dry before your next one - otherwise it blotches and wrecks. them stage lights are mighty bright and will ruin your physique if your not dark enough. listen to bhman - get at least 6 and shoot for 10. GOOD LUCK THIS WEEKEND __________________ weight training and nutrition are two very simple endeavors. In fact, they are both primal instincts we are born with. Too many people are making this stuff way too complicated. Keep it simple and basic. It works every time. Hard work and consistency always pay big dividends. -exmgq Be Cool. Stay in School. And use the code JCK333 at your trueprotein checkout to save 5% on your entire order.

10-06-2006, 04:16 PM	#7
bhman6 Roundtable Expert Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Akron, OH Posts: 5,332	if you do your legs first they will be drying as you do your upper body. by the time it comes to do your legs again you should be fine like bankerbabe said, you can manually blowdry one area while someone paints another....in about 3 hours time you could easily put on 5-6 coats....and whoever is painting you will be MISERABLE! __________________ benhartman.com optimumnutrition.com americanbodybuilding.com rippedacademy.com proteinreport.com myspace.com/optimumnutrition myspace.com/americanbodybuilding facebook.com/group.php?gid=9788498452 facebook.com/group.php?gid=7805419287 "Force yourself out of your comfort zone. You can't grow and progress without challenge and pressure. A diamond without pressure is a piece of fucking coal."

10-07-2006, 06:25 AM	#8
Ken "Skip" Hill Judge, Jury and Executioner Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 13,429	I am going to disagree and say that it takes alot longer for protan to set up than a few hours. In fact, I recommend only apply one heavy coat every 12 hours. How is THAT for confusing you? : ) Skip __________________ Leaner, harder, fuller, tighter, drier, more shredded, more ripped, more detail, more knowledge and more experience - Call it what you like but call on me: TEAMSKIP@IntenseMuscle.com TEAM SKIP clients get their protein from only one place: TRUEPROTEIN.com. "From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and to whom they entrusted much, of him they will ask all the more." - Luke 12:48

10-05-2006, 08:30 PM	#3
greenefit New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 42	no, Iowa

10-05-2006, 08:42 PM	#5
greenefit New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 42	Thanks. How long does it take to dry before you're safe and don't get blotchy? I've seen some bad paint jobs so I've probably been a little hesitant and allowing a super long time to dry.

10-06-2006, 04:05 PM	#6
bankerbabe75 Heavyweight Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,805	it takes a few hours for complete dryness, have someone use a blowdryer on you. It sucks and takes some time but it helps speed up the process. i agree with everyone else, cant be too dark...

10-09-2006, 11:06 AM	#9
greenefit New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 42	Thanks for all your help. It was just a small show and a last minute decision. I just went through some crap in my personal life and I did it for a boost, so I really had to focus without a trainer or coach. I placed 2nd in my first show!!!!! I'm totally stoked. I'll definitley be more prepared for the next show. I ended up with about five coats of pro-tan and 2-3 coats of the instant pro tan gel. I could have been a little darker, but I looked good in comparison. I'm 23 and by far I was the youngest figure girl. All the other contestants were in their late 30's and early 40's. I was totally surprised at how different my physique was. I knew it would be, but standing right next to these gals really put it in perspective and it was like night and day, so I wasn't sure which way the judges would go. It worked out for me though. The gal that won did both the BB and figure and she looked great. Awesome! I'm ready pick another one and start training and really get my career rolling again after nearly a year of de-training and neglecting to put myself first in life. Super big thanks to the Intensemuscle Team.

10-09-2006, 03:15 PM	#10
wakejump4me The Specialist Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 4,307	congrats on your success . i suggest to stay on this board and you will be able to collect alot of knowledge and meet other female competitors as well .... wake __________________ to save as much money as possible on all your orders from www.TrueProtein.com type AXW999 in the discountcode box Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect. Vince Lombardi

10-30-2006, 05:21 PM	#12
greenefit New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 42	Missoula, but I'm really familiar with the Billings area. I'm in Honolulu right now and the Paradise Cup is in a couple of weeks at the Sheraton Waikiki, a few blocks from where I live. I'd like to stay and watch but I have to fly to Scottsdale. Bummer! I should probably post a new thread and ask about training in the Honolulu area. Where to go and who to get in touch with.

10-30-2006, 05:24 PM	#13
greenefit New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 42	It's lonely out here and I'm kind of in a rut as far as training goes because getting from one place to another and then actually finding a place to park is a pain in the ass. It seems like there are more cars than people on Oahu.

11-02-2006, 11:12 AM	#14
IslandGirl Super-heavyweight Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Colorado Posts: 10,355	Aloha n welcome green. I just saw this thread. Congrats on your first show. Do you have pics to post? My hubby (aka ParadiseCup) and I are from Oahu. We both competed at the ParadiseCup when we lived in Honolulu. There are several Hawaiians on this board. We trained at the 24-hour fit on Kapiolani. "Trucelt" trains I think at the Mililani and Pearl Kai locations. Great to have you here. __________________ I'm a TrueProtein Sponsored Athlete!!! I get my supplements where all the top female athletes get their supplements...True Protein! Get 5% OFF at http://TrueProtein.com with Discount Code: TPCTB http://www.myspace.com/fit_tracy

11-02-2006, 06:28 PM	#15
greenefit New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 42	I live just a couple of blocks away from that 24hr fitness on Kalakaua but I'm training at Gold's on South St. right now because I travel so much and they have an easy month to month membership deal. It's great to hear from you Islandgirl.

11-02-2006, 06:48 PM	#16
greenefit New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 42	I'll see if I can't post a couple pics for ya

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11-03-2006, 07:49 AM	#17
ParadiseCup Super-heavyweight Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: with IslandGirl Posts: 3,331	aloha and welcome greenefit !! we would be glad to get some pictures of that show. It is the best run show in the state !! __________________ I buy my protein where all top athletes get their protein from. Get 5% OFF at http://TrueProtein.com with Discount Code: TPCTB

11-03-2006, 07:19 PM	#20
greenefit New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 42	Good, Good! I ate at Nick's Fish Market two nights ago. Totally delicious Lobster Tail. Mmmm. Halloween on Kalakaua was rediculous. Tons of tourists in trashy costumes. It was funny. That earthquake was sure a rocker! I actually didn't feel it though. I was in the car on the way back from the Gym, but when I got home my boyfriend looked like he'd seen a ghost. We lost power for about 12 hrs. There were lines of people getting free Ice Cream all day.

11-11-2006, 02:08 AM	#22
IslandGirl Super-heavyweight Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Colorado Posts: 10,355	Thanks for posting your pics. They are so small to view tho'. Looks good from what I can see. Congrats! __________________ I'm a TrueProtein Sponsored Athlete!!! I get my supplements where all the top female athletes get their supplements...True Protein! Get 5% OFF at http://TrueProtein.com with Discount Code: TPCTB http://www.myspace.com/fit_tracy

12-13-2006, 07:43 AM	#25
greenefit New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 42	It was a natural NANBF Show. I really want to focus and do a larger show (NPC or NGA) and actually do some contest prep. When I said last minute I really meant it. I was visiting my mom in Wyoming and she made my suit two weeks before, we sewed on some jewels and I threw on some pro tan, drove 8 hours, and literally walked on stage, after researching some poses from the pros. So be kind (I'm sensitive) I know there is work to be done to roll with the big girls and I'm willing to work hard. I was a college athlete so I'm no stranger to sacrifice. My abs are a tough spot for me to lean out. Any comments are welcome and much appriciated and I promise to take them with a grain of salt.

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