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Using Water To Be Dry On Contest Day! By: Joe Klemczewski Drifting in and out of sleep for most of the night, your routine ran through your mind at times, your pulse raced, you wondered if it would work. Would your skin be dry? Would deep crevices and vascularity be visible like so many days in the last two weeks? Or... would you look soft... ? 1911 Words - Date Added: Oct 09, 2003

All About Water Retention: Get Ripped Fast!
By: Herve Duchemin
I hear it all the time... I do so much cardio, and my diet and training are so on point, yet I still have this layer of fat covering my abs! What's the matter with me? Well... that layer of muscle-masking mess that you might assume to be fat, could in fact be primarily subcutaneous fluid, otherwise known as water weight. 1703 Words - Date Added: Oct 14, 2003

An Interview With Lee Labrada - Get Shredded And Lose Unwanted Water!
By: Clayton South
Water retention can affect every competitive bodybuilder. Young or old, beginner or seasoned… I sat down with pro bodybuilding legend and Labrada Nutrition CEO Lee Labrada to discuss water retention and how it's best managed. 3482 Words - Date Added: May 07, 2007

Final Contest Prep: The Art Of Coming In Dry... Naturally!
By: Leigh Penman
When it comes to contest preparation the final few weeks are vital when it comes to fine tuning your physique. Let's take a look at some of these natural diuretics and how they can make you not only look better but also assist your body... 1108 Words - Date Added: Apr 09, 2009

How Can You Cut Water Weight The Last Week Before A Contest?
By: Topic Of The Week
How can you cut water weight the last week before a contest? When you step on stage you want to make sure that you have every advantage possible. There is a little strategy to this... Learn more! 1406 Words - Date Added: Dec 23, 2008

How To Get Shredded To The Bone In Only 5 Days!
By: MuscleTech
Ever wondered how your favorite pro bodybuilder or action movie star transform their physique from lean to insanely peeled in just days... Follow these 5 advanced key components to look shredded fast. Find out more. 2108 Words - Date Added: Feb 16, 2009

Just Drink Water, Backstage At A Competition!
By: Dr. David Ryan
Several times a year, while covering contest, I have to deal with individuals who have pushed themselves too far. They have dehydrated themselves to the point of lightheadedness and even passing out. Learn why you need to just drink water! 2279 Words - Date Added: Aug 14, 2007

Peak Week: Get Tips For Final Contest Prep!
By: Anthony Lee
Enter the 'peak week,' a grueling final step to help you achieve maximum muscle definition and a shredded physique. Get tips on water consumption, sodium intake and more right here! 1615 Words - Date Added: Sep 05, 2007

The Peaking Axis, Part II: Effects Of Sodium And Potassium.
By: Joe Klemczewski
Bodybuilders have two goals regarding peaking - Huge & Tight. In part II of this series I'm going to focus on sodium and potassium because they will ultimately decide on whether you go into a contest shredded or soft. Learn more right here. 1742 Words - Date Added: Oct 31, 2007

The Peaking Axis: Part I, Effects Of Carbs & Water.
By: Joe Klemczewski
Bodybuilders have two goals regarding peaking - Huge & Tight. I'm going to focus on water and carbs here because they are the biggest variables when it comes to peaking. Learn how to make these huge factors work in your favor. 1779 Words - Date Added: Oct 15, 2007

Using Water To Be Dry On Contest Day!
By: Joe Klemczewski
Drifting in and out of sleep for most of the night, your routine ran through your mind at times, your pulse raced, you wondered if it would work. Would your skin be dry? Would deep crevices and vascularity be visible like so many days in the last two weeks? Or... would you look soft... ? 1911 Words - Date Added: Oct 09, 2003

Water, Water, Every Where: What Every Competitor Should Know!
By: Bob Cicherillo
Everything was looking good for the 3rd show of the 2004 competitive season until a couple hours before pre-judging. Find out what happened and why all competitors need to read this! 2355 Words - Date Added: Apr 03, 2004

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