Last Visit: Nov 16, 2009 6:29pm Last Forum Post: Nov 15, 2007 8:39pm Last Photo Upload: Jun 24, 2008 4:36pm Last Profile Update: Nov 16, 2009 6:28pm Last Blog Post: Aug 21, 2008 12:44pm
Overall Goal: PICS ON: musculardevelopment.com, texasshredderclassic.com, myspace.com/craigd34, facebook.com, in the Sept 08 issue IronMan Magazine, Nov 09 Natural BB and Fitness pg 36 and 138
Fit Status:
2nd place Heavy Weight '09 Texas Shredder Classic, 1st place '09 Southwestern Naturals, 2nd in the Overall
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.
How I Stay Motivated:
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
BB Accomplishments:
2004- Won the Lackland AFB Strongest Man competition as an Army guy.
4/26/08- Texas Shredder Classic- Novice Middle Weight Class Winner
4/26/08- Texas Shredder Classic- Novice Overall Winner
Personal Best's-
1/25/08- Dead Lift 455 for 4 reps.
1/26/08- Bench 365 once.
4/26/08- 3.5% Body Fat
5/14/08- Leg Press 1100 for 6 reps.
5/14/08- Leg Extension 290 for 10 reps.
Sept 08- IronMan Magazine pg 76
10/06/08- Squat- 425 twice
4/25/09- 2nd place Open Heavy Weight, NPC Nutrishop Texas Shredder Classic
5/09/09- 1st place Light Heavy Vitamin Shoppe Southwestern Naturals
5/09/09- 2nd place Overall (by one point) Vitamin Shoppe Southwestern Naturals
Sept 2009- pg 93 Ironman Magazine
Nov 2009- pages 36 and 138 Natural Bodybuilding and Fitness Magazine
Forum Signature:
"2008 Texas Shredder Classic Novice Overall Champion"
"Though no one can go back and make a new beginning, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending"
"No, I don't use Roids, but thanks for the compliment"
http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/craig_ritchie/
Sept 08 Isuue- IronMan Magazine pg 76... Check me out
PICS ON: musculardevelopment.com, texasshredderclassic.com, myspace.com/craigd34, facebook.com, in the Sept 08 issue IronMan Magazine, Nov 09 Natural BB and Fitness pg 36 and 138
Why I like this video: Because I get to watch it as often as I want without dropping a dumbell on my toe. If this chick worked out in my gym, I would never get anything done.
Chad Martin
Played: 469
Why I like this video: Excellent Variations of Movements and he looks Very Comfortable on Stage. Excellent Example for Rookie Posers like myself.
Burning Hollywood #1 The Bodybuilder - Kevin Levro Played: 299
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...
Powderhouse Productions, TV producer for major networks, NEEDS TEXAS BODY BUILDERS. Our next show will talk about artificial muscles and we'd like to talk about them with a few body builders around to show real muscles at their finest. If you are interested please contact us. We will be shooting November 23rd or 24th in the Dallas area. It should be an interesting shoot and great exposure for all involved. I look forward to hearing from you. DParsons@Powderhouse.net 617-629-2200Ext277
Hey Craig! I saw you pictured in the Nov '09 issuse of Natural Bodybuilding & Fitness mag. Congratulations on all of your accomplishments! Very nice job! I hope all continues to go well for you :)
Hi,brother.I've seen that you are taking care to not be in danger when you are on street,that's sounds very good to trust in yourself by working out everytime in your gym but you have to trust in the word of Almighty God everyday by praising,praying and worshiping the Lord before going out to be thoroughly safe from any kind of danger.Now you got body of champion,keep working very hard and look out about other contests and championships either.Bye bye.junior7.
amazing physique pal!! came across ur profile, ur weight chart is inspiring, seriously, i am a very skinny guy, jus starting,, thats wat i am heading towards-serious weight gain,,heh,, gud luk with ur trainin journey, maintain that amazing body!!
craigd34, Thank you, thank you for your commitment to staying fit and strong for your family, partner and community! I for one, deeply appreciate your work. You are a real life hero! God bless you and yours!
