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I list my "When" date as August 1976. That was my 14th birthday and even at that age (and younger) I remember looking at superheroes in comic books (and the comic book advertisements like the Charles Atlas ones and, of course, Joe Weider's stuff) and wondering how I could get muscles like that.
I was bit by the bug, though, about two years later when I saw the June 1978 issue of Muscle Builder and Power with Arnold Schwarzenegger, Franco Columbu, and Frank Zane on the cover.
BOOM!
Why I Love It:
Feels good!
How I Stay Motivated:
My goal: NABBA USA has an Athletic category for competitors who "have an athletic and trained body without heavy muscular development, must have good muscle separation, low body fat, defined abdominals, and nice overall symmetry." I'd love to eventually compete in one of their shows.
Hey, unfortunately, I've got the "without heavy muscular development" part down COLD! ;)
BB Accomplishments:
Stood on stage with Mr. USA Ron Teufel... okay, as a graphic artist. This might have been around 1979. Teufel (who passed away December 22, 2002) was guest posing at a local bodybuilding show and he invited me on stage in recognition for drawing his image for an autograph promotion. Very generous of Ron to give me some of the spotlight!
1980 Ephrata Senior High School "Best Legs" contest, Did not place :p
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What curt_james Is Up To:
Aug 20, 2009
curt_jameschanged Weight from 198.6 lbs. to 204.2 lbs., a 5.6 lb. gain in 16 days
I was three years old. You like the jacket? And, yes, I have been "bald" all my life. :) I tried to enter the date "1965-08-21" and the BodySpace server or software whoziwhatsis shrieked "That date is more than 25 years old!!" True. See the blog. :)
185 lbs. in these pics. What, only a TWO pound loss since February? I wasn't really worried about losing. Btdt and I look like a prisoner of war at a low body weight. Maintained fair consistency in the gym and am on a new eating plan - the Wavelength diet. Google it. Perfect for people with a modest ...
I'm back to lifting three days a week using a full-body program courtesy of Jason Ferruggia's program "Muscle Gaining Secrets". I want to gain strength and maintain consistency in my workouts.
Weight Goal:
I want to LOSE 10 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
10%
Upcoming Contest:
The Inaugural Curt James Classic Bodybuilding Championship in 2009 (haHA!)
DM inspires me for her sensational attitude, her kind nature, and, yes, or course, her dynamite body. Wishing her and hubby (fellow BodySpacer "Thrila_N_Manila") all the success this life and world have to offer. She really is one of a kind.
CT is one of the first BodySpacers I visited after creating my profile. I immediately fell in love with the haaawt pics, but what inspires me is the information she provides via her web site http://www.bunklers.com/ and in the few (but important) BodyBlogs she's written. http://blog.bodybuilding.com/ChickenTuna
Consistency is her battle cry and I applaud her for it.
What should look for in a gym? What should you avoid?
Does it have all the equipment you need? Do the gym's hours fit your schedule of working out? Are the facilities well maintained? Is the location right? Does the price fit your budget?
Avoid the flip side of those coins: No equipment, lousy hours a.k.a. they're open when you're at work, run down building and locker room, it's all a million miles from your front door, and it breaks your bank just to pay the monthly dues. No!Does it have all the equipment you need? Do the gym's hours fit your schedule of working out? Are the facilities well maintained? Is the location right? Does the price fit your budget?
Why I like this video: Johnnie O. Jackson, winner of the Atlantic City Pro show, in video footage from 2001 - perhaps the 2001 NPC Nationals or the 2001 NPC USA.
ArnoCorps: "Terminator" Music Video
Played: 492
Why I like this video: RAWK ON! :D
Shelley Beattie Played: 366
using the strap Played: 378
Female Bodybuilder posing routine Played: 823
Patrizia Mello HOT female bodybuilder Played: 854
Raising the Bar 2 - Anthony D'Arezzo Tribute Played: 710
Mike Mentzer Played: 643
Teaser Trailer for Driven Played: 534
Markus Rühl spricht über die neue DVD "Big and lov Played: 1,078
Iris Kyle - Ms. Olympia, Ms. International Played: 636
Bodybuilding - A lifestyle Played: 340
OCB Charm City Classic Played: 449
Arnold Schwarzenegger, a myth Played: 871
a tribute to mike mentzer Played: 530
Sergey Shelestov IM2007 Played: 637
Johanna Dejager 0610b Played: 963
Juliette Bergmann Played: 743
Claudia Montemaggi Played: 648
Arnold Schwarzenegger Mr. Olympia Played: 489
Arnold Schwarzenegger vs Sylvester Stallone (Humor Played: 631
ab flex 3 with guest star Gordon Played: 658
Colt Wynn - 2007 Wheelchair Nationals Played: 593
women body building Played: 3,080
Ron Harris @ Colonial Cup Played: 474
Sonny Schmidt Played: 507
Lisa Aukland guest posing at the NPC Maryland Gran Played: 616
ab flex2 Played: 630
An Arnold Minute Played: 467
Arnold Schwarzenegger at 19 years old. Played: 880
Arnold Schwarzenegger gives advice for careers in Played: 521
Kim Basinger having fun in 9 1/2 Weeks Played: 778
Lisa Aukland Played: 591
Victor Martinez Played: 473
Hi, I'm a Marvel...and I'm a DC: Iron Man and Batm Played: 448
NPC Maryland State Bodybuilding Championships Played: 503
OCB Charm City Classic Played: 718
OCB Charm City Classic Played: 434
OCB Charm City Classic Played: 430
Female bodybuilder at the OCB Charm City Classic Played: 584
2007 Maryland State/Grand Prix DVD Teaser Played: 470
Ab flex 4 Played: 988
Gustavo at Mountain Valley Show, part 3 Played: 407
Gustavo at Mountain Valley Show, part 2 Played: 398
Gustavo at Mountain Valley Show, part 1 Played: 429
New Bodybuilding.com Boise Warehouse! Played: 389
DC Chest/Shoulder/Tri Workout w/Jason Wojo Played: 598
The Terminator Music Video Played: 454
Another Terminator Music Video Played: 440
Tiffany Weaver at the NPC Mountain Valley Played: 1,068
Bill Phillips - Montel Williams Played: 519
Patrick Fleming takes the Bronze medal! Played: 696
FIBO 2007 Goldfield Iris Kyle und Finale Played: 346
Dennis James! Played: 535
2006 Jr Nationals - Mike Morris Played: 313
Harley-Davidson "Hell's Bells" Played: 484
Boom! Protein Everywhere Played: 444
SUNDANCE '08 - Meet the Filmmaker: Christopher Bel Played: 282
A Week in the Dungeon - teaser trailer Played: 319
Shelley Beattie wins the overall at the 1990 Emera Played: 424
American Gladiator "Siren" - Shelley Beattie Played: 609
Jay Cutler in Jr.California 2007 Played: 342
2008 NEW YORK PRO - COLETTE NELSON Played: 385
Most Muscular Poses Played: 310
HEATHER POLICKY by Awefilms available at GMVBODYBU Played: 405
Raising the Bar - The 6 foods that work Played: 330
Young Bodybuilder Toney Freeman Profile Played: 507
cute japanese bodybuilder Played: 365
Darth Maul's Bringing The Sexy Back Played: 377
JEAN PIERRE FUX MR.OLYMPIA 1998 Played: 419
Sue Myrick Honors Nature Boy Ric Flair on House Fl Played: 302
Cool posing routine Played: 351
The Commodores-Brick House Played: 231
Treadmill Kittens Played: 272
My Wife and Kids- michael joins gym part 1 of 2 Played: 394
My Wife and Kids- michael joins gym part 2 of 2 Played: 542
She Wants My ... Stimulus PACKAGE Played: 515
INCREDIBLE McCAIN GIRL - HULK SPOOF Played: 633
HypeMuscle.com: Fouad Abiad 2008 Houston Pro Played: 336
Wishing all the good people (and, hey, those getting coal, too) a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! It's been said a bazillion times, I'm sure, but "I can't believe the year flew by sooo fast!"
I haven't been in the gym since December 9th. The rest of 2009 is not looking...
thanks again curt! yep i have come along way...lol! so what brought you to the show? did you stay for the whole day? i noticed the video is from prejudge.i subscribed to your you tube stuff...can't wait to see what else you got...
Really? i can't wait to see them! Thank you, the show was a blast, it was my first one too!I had no idea i would love it that much, i loved being on stage... I am thinking of doing the Yorton next fall, but I got some serious work to do to hold my own on the pro stage...lol!
Hi Curt!Wow,What a surprise I got while doing a search for USBF comp. results. I came across a video you posted on you tube and it was me!!! I LOVE IT! I took the Over all in the baltimore natural...im so excited to see a video!!! Thank you!!! Please don't be a stranger, would love to keep in touch!
