This past Saturday was the Orange County Muscle Classic Show and another day for the new Men's Physique Division to shine. Jon Lindsay put on another great show with top notch competitors. There was yet another strong turnout for this exciting new division. I can't tell you how many men AND women said to me "finally" when I ask them their thoughts on this division.
The interest is obvious when you see the sheer number of competitors and spectators for the event. At the OC Muscle Classic there were 8 in the Masters Division, 4 in Class A, 7 in Class B and 12 in the C Class (5'10" and above.) This breakdown in numbers shows that consideration should be made for increased number of height classes. The 5'10" and above is huge because the average male height in America is nearly 5'10"; therefore, it stands to reason that roughly half of male competitors would be in the C class whereas the remaining "half" is split in the A and B class according to current guidelines.
Check out a sample of the quality of competitor to show up! Pictured here is Sam Sacket.
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What are your thoughts on the Men's Physique Division?
Physique is the opportunity for a different type of “bodybuilder” to show in the NPC. It’s an opportunity for men with a balanced lifestyle between athletics, clean eating and those who enjoy a little healthy competition to thrive. This division is generating a significant amount of new interest, so in this first year we are the pioneers and are responsible for inspiring and setting the bar for all aspiring competitors.
You're looking to see what kind of physique it takes to win the Men's Physique division....look no further. Check out these shots of Keith Baker. He showed up big time and took home the prize. Congrats Keith!
What are your thoughts on the Men's Physique Division?
It’s exciting to be part of the initial defining stages of a new division, especially one where the athletes have the look that I would like to maintain year round. The announcement of this division motivated me to train harder and eat better so I could compete. I look forward to seeing it evolve in the next couple of years. I also think the ideal Men’s Physique body is very marketable and will increase sponsorship and endorsement opportunities for competitors.
Name: Tim Staggs
While working with the trainers at Gold’s Venice, I have generally been in the position to choose which body part the trainer helps me with. The trainers have also been taking the role of an instructor, showing and telling me what to do. Training arms with pro trainer Eric Di Lauro and IFBB pro Hidetada Yamagishi was a whole different ball game.
This time I still had some instruction from Eric but I was training with them rather than being trained by them. It was me who had to keep up with these legendary guys. Fortunately we were training our arms which is one of my strongest body parts.
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