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"Compete in both the open and masters divisions of the npc. Take on the challenge of competing at the national level in 2008."
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Tom Shimko
Sex:
Male
Age:
38
Location:
New Jersey, United States
Occupation:
UPS Hub Manager
Personal Website:
Gym:
Powerhouse Gym
Gym Location:
NJ
When I Started:
Jul, 1987
How I Started:
Started bodybuilding after high school sports were over. Came back to it after the birth of my second son.
Why I Love It:
I love bodybuilding because it keeps me in shape and I love competition. Working out is the best feeling you can get and the results you achieve make you feel great. Bodybuilding gives me a confidence in my self and a positive outlook.
How I Stay Motivated:
Staying in great shape for my wife and three children , looking forward to competing every year.
BB Accomplishments:
After more than thirteen years having not competed in any bodybuilding contests, competed in 2006 for the first time in the Npc placed 2nd in the masters under 176 1/4 and third open lightweight class at the xcalibur. Since then I have competed three more times maintaining good placements and consistent improvements.Looking forward to competing again in 2008 and at a national level.
Forum Signature:
Train hard or go HOME!!
Last Updated: Jan 14, 2008 9:04pm
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Compete in both the open and masters divisions of the npc. Take on the challenge of competing at the national level in 2008.
Goal (Long):
Stay focused in 2008 and maintain the intensity of being prepared to compete at the national level in 2008 or 2009. I have competed in two contests each year for the past two years and need to get that first victory. In all four competitions I have placed second or third in the respective classes . This year I am extremely focused to get myself that first victory as a middle weight or on the national level as a welter weight. Having a family now keeps me even more focused to stay young and healthy. Having returned to competition in 2006 for the first time since 1992 I am in the best shape of my life, comprable to my early twenties and feel great. I will strive to achieve these goals and pursue a national level victory before reaching the age of fourty. I would also like to pursue some personal training to help others in their pursuits and possible modeling or advertisement work on the side from my career.
What supplements do you take immediately after your workout? Why?
I Bring a 30 gram protein shake, whey protein to the gym with me . half way thru the workout i begin to sip it and ususally finish the drink immediately upon completion of the work out. Other than that i will sometimes take a dose of creatine monohydrate. I will also eat a descent meal within 45 minute of training.I Bring a 30 gram protein shake, whey protein to the gym with me . half way thru the workout i begin to sip it and ususally finish the drink immediately upon completion of the work out. Other than tha...more
- Updated Mar 11, 2008 11:25pm
What do you do before your workout to get motivated and energized?
Coffee and nutrironal support/ supplementation of some type. Occassionaly energizing or fat burning supplementation prior to workout.
- Updated Mar 11, 2008 11:22pm
What type of nutrition plan are you currently following? Give full details.
lOW FAT MODERATE CARB HIGHER PROTEIN. 5 MEALS PER DAY WHICH INCLUDES FRESH FRUIT AND OR VEGETABLES AT EACH MEAL. PROTEIN DRINK TWICE PER ADY.
O OK , I thought you went to the powerhouse near me, anyhow I will try the superset thing for awhile and see if that helps, been looking to change up my routine anyhow, thanks for the advice
Master's Rule!! :) Show them youngsters under 30 what a real bodybuilder looks like! ;) LOL Great going, Tom. Best of luck to you in your future contests
