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craigd34 WNBF Pro Bodybuilder Craig Ritchie, male (Texas, US | Body-Builder-Craig-Ritchie on Facebook)
my goal: Gain Muscle

***WNBF PRO*** Took 1st in Pro Debut!! I have some size to put on if I'm going to stay competitive with these Pro Boys

height: 5'11"
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weight: 217.5 Lbs.
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body fat: 4%
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Fit Status /// View History

1st place Heavy Weight in Pro Debut!!!

May 25, 2012 11:23am
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Background

When I Started: Sep 1996
HOW I STARTED:

I was stuck in Kuwait in the ARMY and my only options were to eat burgers and fries or workout. I chose the latter of the two and have been hooked ever since.

WHY I LOVE IT:

For every day that I miss a workout, there is an inmate working out to kick my ass. Somewhere, someone is working out, if I take a day off, I'm already that much further behind, and re-actions are proven slower than actions. On top of that, I love the way I feel during and after working out. I love the sore feeling days after a hard workout. And I love getting compliments and turning heads when I go places. My sister once called me, "Disgustingly Muscular". I thought it was a great compliment. My wife used to laugh when guys at the gym would stop their workout and just watch me do mine. That's why I love it.

craigd34's Progress & Goals

Progress Photos
May 22, 2010 End of Bulking Phase, getting ready for next Cut
Jul 21, 2010

View All Progress Photos (152)

Lbs.
2011-05-18, 2007-06-01, 2007-07-27, 2007-08-07, 2007-08-08, 2007-08-09, 2007-08-10, 2007-08-11, 2007-08-12, 2007-08-13, 2007-08-14, 2007-08-15, 2007-08-16, 2007-08-17, 2007-08-18, 2007-08-19, 2007-08-20, 2007-09-03, 2007-09-04, 2007-09-11, 2007-09-12, 2007-09-16, 2007-09-19, 2007-10-01, 2007-10-07, 2007-10-09, 2007-10-10, 2007-10-22, 2007-10-24, 2007-10-29, 2007-11-01, 2007-11-04, 2007-11-06, 2007-11-08, 2007-11-11, 2007-11-12, 2007-11-13, 2007-11-14, 2007-11-15, 2007-11-16, 2007-11-24, 2007-11-28, 2007-12-09, 2007-12-14, 2007-12-15, 2007-12-17, 2007-12-20, 2007-12-22, 2007-12-25, 2007-12-29, 2007-12-30, 2008-01-04, 2008-01-21, 2008-01-22, 2008-01-31, 2008-02-13, 2008-02-22, 2008-02-25, 2008-03-07, 2008-03-26, 2008-04-03, 2008-04-06, 2008-04-17, 2008-04-19, 2008-04-22, 2008-04-25, 2008-04-26, 2008-04-28, 2008-05-01, 2008-05-03, 2008-05-07, 2008-05-08, 2008-05-09, 2008-05-15, 2008-05-18, 2008-05-22, 2008-05-25, 2008-05-28, 2008-05-29, 2008-06-02, 2008-07-02, 2008-07-16, 2008-07-19, 2008-08-12, 2008-08-20, 2008-10-14, 2008-11-11, 2009-02-17, 2009-04-24, 2009-04-26, 2009-04-27, 2009-04-28, 2009-05-09, 2009-05-10, 2009-05-11, 2009-05-16, 2009-05-17, 2009-05-19, 2009-05-20, 2010-04-01, 2010-05-17, 2010-05-23, 2010-05-25, 2010-06-05, 2010-06-19, 2010-06-26, 2010-07-12, 2010-07-16, 2010-07-19, 2010-07-22, 2010-07-25, 2010-07-26, 2010-07-27, 2010-08-03, 2010-08-06, 2010-08-11, 2010-09-30, 2011-05-18, 2011-05-28, 2011-07-02, 2011-07-13, 2011-07-15, 2011-07-17, 2011-07-24, 2011-07-29
216.0, 205.0, 200.0, 199.0, 203.5, 203.5, 203.0, 204.0, 202.5, 202.0, 204.0, 206.0, 205.5, 209.5, 205.5, 204.0, 204.0, 202.0, 208.0, 205.0, 203.0, 203.5, 204.0, 203.5, 203.5, 204.0, 202.0, 198.5, 199.5, 202.0, 198.0, 200.5, 202.0, 203.0, 204.0, 205.0, 206.0, 206.0, 207.0, 207.0, 210.0, 208.5, 205.5, 210.5, 210.0, 209.5, 212.5, 208.5, 210.5, 213.5, 212.5, 212.0, 214.0, 213.0, 212.0, 208.0, 206.0, 202.0, 202.0, 204.0, 202.0, 200.0, 198.0, 196.0, 194.0, 187.3, 189.5, 200.5, 206.5, 209.5, 213.0, 212.0, 212.0, 208.0, 213.0, 214.5, 209.0, 213.0, 210.0, 212.5, 216.0, 206.0, 209.0, 208.0, 212.0, 208.5, 209.5, 210.0, 188.8, 206.0, 202.0, 195.5, 186.0, 203.5, 203.5, 208.5, 212.0, 215.5, 214.0, 214.0, 217.0, 217.0, 217.2, 212.0, 206.5, 204.0, 195.0, 186.0, 184.0, 210.0, 218.0, 215.5, 212.0, 213.0, 217.0, 219.5, 221.0, 216.0, 207.5, 198.0, 195.0, 190.0, 202.0, 216.0, 217.5
2011-07-16
188 Lbs.
TIME UNTIL GOAL: Expired
Start: 205 Lbs. Goal: 188 Lbs. Jul 16, 2011
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2011-05-18, 2007-06-01, 2008-01-31, 2008-04-06, 2008-04-25, 2009-02-17, 2009-04-24, 2010-04-01, 2010-06-19, 2010-06-26, 2010-09-30, 2011-05-18, 2011-07-02, 2011-07-13
7.5, 7.0, 6.2, 4.1, 3.5, 5.8, 3.5, 6.9, 5.5, 4.6, 7.5, 7.5, 5.0, 4.0
2011-07-16
3 %
TIME UNTIL GOAL: Expired
Start: 7% Goal: 3% Jul 16, 2011
Lbs.
2007-06-01, 2008-01-21, 2008-01-22, 2008-01-31, 2008-02-13, 2008-03-26, 2008-04-03, 2008-04-06, 2008-04-17, 2008-04-22, 2008-04-25, 2008-04-26, 2008-05-01, 2008-05-07, 2009-02-17, 2009-04-24, 2009-04-26, 2009-04-28, 2010-04-01, 2010-06-19, 2010-06-26, 2010-09-30, 2011-05-18, 2011-05-28, 2011-07-02, 2011-07-13, 2011-07-15, 2011-07-24
190.6, 200.7, 199.8, 198.9, 195.1, 195.6, 193.7, 191.8, 191.1, 187.2, 180.7, 182.9, 199.3, 205.5, 197.8, 182.2, 198.8, 188.7, 199.2, 195.1, 194.6, 204.4, 199.8, 191.9, 188.1, 187.2, 182.4, 207.4
Current LBM: 208.8 Lbs. Jul 29, 2011
Latest Bodystats
Jul 30, 2007
Dec 17, 2007
Jul 27, 2007
Hips
N/A
Jun 8, 2010
Shoulders
N/A
May 25, 2010
May 28, 2011
Dec 24, 2007

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Total Weight
205Lbs.
BODY FAT
LEAN BODY MASS
Latest Bodystats
Changed weight from 216Lbs. to 217Lbs.
1Lbs. gain in the last 5 days
Jul 29, 2011
Total Weight
218Lbs.
BODY FAT
LEAN BODY MASS
this member has not entered a body fat measurement
Latest Bodystats
Changed weight from 216Lbs. to 217Lbs.
1Lbs. gain in the last 5 days
Jul 29, 2011
Goal Weight
188Lbs.
BODY FAT
LEAN BODY MASS
Latest Bodystats
Changed weight from 216Lbs. to 217Lbs.
1Lbs. gain in the last 5 days
Jul 29, 2011
 
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craigd34's Program

  • WORKOUT
  • NUTRITION
  • SUPPLEMENTS
  • MOTIVATION

My Workout Program View My Full Workout Program

My Workout Program

Monday- Quads/ Hamstrings/ Calves
Tuesday- Chest/ Triceps/ Abs
Wednesday- Back/ Biceps/ Calves
Thursday- Shoulders/ Triceps/ Abs
Friday- Quads/ Abductors/ Adductors/ Calves
Saturday- OFF
Sunday- OFF

My Nutrition Program View My Full Nutrition Program

craigd34 has not added any program information.

My Supplement Program View My Full Supplement Program

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My Motivation Program View My Full Motivation Program

My Motivation Program

I stay motivated, because everyday the criminals are working out in prison looking forward to the day they get out, so they can beat down a cop, and I want to be the one they are priviliged enough to run in to. I keep working out, because I could not live with myself if one of these criminals were to get the best of my partner and there was something I could have done about it. I work out so I can go HOME to my loving, supportive wife and two kids EVERY day. On top of all that, there are way too many cops dying of heart attacks on the job after a brief struggle or chase, and "I WILL NOT BE ONE OF THEM". Another thing that keeps me motivated is www.odmp.org Check it out

What craigd34 is up to

About craigd34

About Me:
My Favorites:
Healthy Foods
Wheaties and Raisins
Fitness Books
HUGE
Workout Music
Limp Bizkit, Kid Rock, Linkin Park, Creed
Contest History:
2011 Naturally Fit Natural Supershow Jul 16, 2011
Organization: WNBF
Location: Texas, United States
Level: Pro Type: Men's Bodybuilding Place: 1
2010 Southwestern Naturals Jul 17, 2010
Organization: INBF
Location: Texas, United States
Level: Amateur Type: Men's Bodybuilding Place: 1
2009 Vitamin Shoppe Southwestern Naturals May 9, 2009
Organization: INBF
Location: Texas, United States
Level: Amateur Type: Men's Bodybuilding Place: 1
Lifting Stats:
Bench Press Latest Update: Aug 12, 2010 370Lbs.
Squats Latest Update: Aug 11, 2010 465Lbs.
Deadlift Latest Update: Apr 15, 2010 500Lbs.
Bicep Curl Latest Update: Nov 16, 2008 168Lbs.
Barbell Rows Latest Update: Aug 13, 2010 342Lbs.
Overhead Press Latest Update: May 19, 2009 218Lbs.
Members I Inspire:

45Gunner
For showin' us how it's done.

Ace0007
I just to have a body like his!!!

APNM05
AWESOME BUILD

avarrius

BAGREF
FIRST OF ALL HE SERVED HIS COUNTRY, HE APPARENTLY MANAGED HIS TIME WISELY WHILE IN SVC, HE HAS ACHIEVED A FANTASTIC BODY WITH GREAT DEFINITION NATURALLY AND THAT SHOULD SERVE AS AN INSPIRATION TO ALL THE YOUNGER GUYS. WILL POST FEW SHOTS IN MY EXERCISE RM TO HELP MOTIVATE MYSELF. GREAT AMERICAN. GREAT PHILOSOPHY. GREAT FAMILY GUY. WOW!!

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Latest BodyBlog Entries

2010 INBF Southwestern Naturals Champ

Posted in Training  :  Dec 28, 2010 5:01pm
Well, ladies and gentlemen, I did it!! I won my Open Light Heavy Weight Class and also won the Overall. This fulfilled my goal of gaining my WNBF Pro Card. Competition season has now concluded for 2010, the off-season is about to begin after one more photoshoot and we'll see where the new Pro status takes me in 2011. Thanks for following along throughout this incredible journey. I hope you enjoyed following my progress as much as I did preparing for it. Keep checking back, because I have no doubt there is much more in store for me to come in the future. Thanks again for all of the love and sup...

Show #4 is here

Posted in Training  :  Dec 28, 2010 5:01pm
Well, before doing my first show in April 2008, I said that this would be it. One and done, take pictures, say that I did it and get on with my life. I have heard from other competitors that there is a bug that will keep you coming back, show after show. Well, that bug got me too, and tomorrow I will be competing in my 4th show in 2 years. I have been blessed with alot of things since doing that first show. Numerous photo shoots, a feature in a magazine, appearances in several Nationally published magazines, and picked up several sponsors along the way. Most recently, I got accepted and sponso...

Gearing Up for Round #2

Posted in Training  :  Dec 28, 2010 5:01pm
It's been a while since I posted, so I thought I'd drop a line to let everyone know what has been up. After the show in April, I gained 11 pounds back overnight and 12 more by the next weekend. So in all, I gained 23 pounds back in a week, of the 29 I had originally lost. I ate for 3 days straight. Anyway, I have been hitting the gym hard and have decided to do another show. I am a little lighter than I was for the end end of my first bulk, but I think my body fat is a little lower as well. I'm looking forward to entering the INBF Alamo Showdown in San Antonio, TX on October 4th. If I can pull...

Visitor Comments

GORILLAKING
GORILLAKING ey; I Dec 8, 2011 4:35pm
DaneO
DaneO Phenomenal work Craig, way to go brother! Nov 2, 2011 2:41pm
innababe
innababe hello, my name is inna it is my pleasure to communicate with you and i also want to know you the more here is my email(innabossa@yahoo.com) am waiting your respond so that i will send you my picture for you to know whom i am inna Oct 14, 2011 7:23am
qrx333
qrx333 Thanks man. Super, super achievement. Aug 17, 2011 7:19pm
qrx333
qrx333 Hey Craig, I have been offline for a long time I come back and your a PRO!!! Congratulations! Super job! Aug 14, 2011 2:01pm
stachedwalker
stachedwalker congratulations!! Aug 10, 2011 11:00pm
andreb
andreb Welcome. AND I'm sure.....One of the "PRO BOYS" now. Congrats and keep us updated. Andre Aug 8, 2011 12:46pm
usedrock321
usedrock321 i heard good thing about karbolyn. would it be a good idea to lets say take 2 scoops of the halo with 40 g karbolyn post workout to replenish the glycogen ? Aug 8, 2011 10:28am
BigCarlAZ
BigCarlAZ Hey Craig - Congrats on your win. You are one of the "Pro Boys"!! Aug 8, 2011 8:24am
andreb
andreb Congrats on well deserved win. Looks like the PRO stage will be just as successful as before. Andre Aug 8, 2011 6:17am
usedrock321
usedrock321 congratz on the win ! out of curiosity which post workout creatine from muscletech do you feel works the best for you ? Aug 7, 2011 7:11pm
TrimNurseDude
TrimNurseDude Congratz on your win bud! Way to inspire by your actions! Aug 7, 2011 6:07pm
builder4christ
builder4christ I didn't know you were doing the show in July for your pro debut. A good buddy of mine was in the line up with you and I saw the photo and said no way that is Craig!. Proud of you bro. Keep after it you have accomplished a lot and there is more to come. Jul 28, 2011 7:54pm
JonBB
JonBB You're welcome, Craig. Yea, you can only go to the TOP- good luck! Jon Jul 28, 2011 11:33am
JonBB
JonBB Hey Craig- Congrats on placing in your Pro Debut!!! Keep it going man. Jon Jul 19, 2011 6:46pm
TropicsBB
TropicsBB Excellent physique, bro. Keep it up and be safe out there. Regards. Jul 15, 2011 8:59pm
bodylove8
bodylove8 Thanks for the add! Jul 11, 2011 9:56am
qrx333
qrx333 Hey man. I have been offline for a long time but Im back. How are you doing? I found some guys that, really, really got my shoulder rehabbed. This time I think it for good!! Clubbells and posture! Who knew! Jun 29, 2011 5:41pm
scottdude01
scottdude01 Looking great as always, I see you are dropping weight, getting ready for a comp in the near future? Jun 7, 2011 6:29am
goodreal
goodreal glory1_realdukson@yahoo.co.uk My name is glory i saw your profile today at bodyspace.bodybuilding.com and became intrested in you,i will also like to know you more,and if you can send an email to my email address,i will give you my pictures here is my email address (glory1_realdukson@yahoo.co.uk) I believe we can move from here! Awaiting for your mail to my emai1_ address above. Miss glory PLS PLS CONTACT ME DIRECTLY TO MY EMAIL (glory1_realdukson@yahoo.co.uk) May 28, 2011 10:38am
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