Why I Compete In Pysique Shows

Corey Grenz at the
2016 Mr. & Ms. Natural Minnesota

I get asked many times why I compete in physique shows.  It is a good question and here are the answers to that question.

1. I believe everyone has a certain degree of vanity deep down inside.  I am no different I and I don't apologize that I like to see my abs, look the best I can and get compliments as a result!
2. Doing a physique show gives me a written goal with a deadline.  Signing the entry form is the written part and the show date is the deadline.  A written goal with a deadline is much more likely to be achieved than the standard goals that most people have with little or no meaning behind them and don't get achieved as a result.
3. It allows me to "Lead From The Front."  I think most people have had a coach or a teacher with the "Do as I say, not as I do mentality."  This gets old when you are the follower so I prefer being an example as it makes it easier for my clients to follow.
4. It allows me to see measurable change from show to show.  Whether it is scale weight, body composition, circumference measurements, photos or how I place, a physique show allows you to see progress and change in your body.
5. I believe if I do well and change my body in a noticeable way it will inspire others to do the same.
6. Doing a physique show is the best way I know of to stay accountable on my nutrition plan and not gain unnecessary body fat.
7. It forces me to follow a training program between the start and finish dates.  Doing random workouts are OK but following an actual training program can accelerate progress in the gym.

In the near future there will be posts to help people with the Life Time Fitness 60-Day Challenge.  While a contest like this is not as rigorous as an actual physique show (However, it can be if you are serious about winning the $10,000 prize) it is a great way to train like you are doing one and test the waters a bit.