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As you all know I’ve been learning a lot about the body building world. All kinds of samples have been thrown my way. Everything from creatine, to pre and post workout supplements, and my favorite… pain relieving cream! I’ve become fascinated by the whole “Pump” theory. I’ve found that guys at the gym LOVE talking about it and seeing their muscles pump up. Everyone is comparing brands and products that will help you get the maximum muscle pump so that you can lift heavy with a lot of energy and build lean muscle while burning fat.

Well, I had to take it one step further. Which one tastes good? Because honestly, some of these protein bars, shakes, and supplements taste like acid (that was a nice way of putting it).

So, today’s comparison: Muscletech Gakic vs. Gaspari Superpump. The results are IN!

Gaspari Superpump comes in two flavors, Orange and Fruit Punch. You take it 30-45 minutes before a workout on an empty stomach. Muscletch Gakic comes in Glacier Punch (it also comes in pill form, but you have to take 8 in one serving and they’re horsepills) and should also be taken 1/2 hr before working out. I found that SuperPump really did give me a pump. I was able to lift heavier and with more energy. The taste was a bit strong but not too bad. Gakic, on the other hand didn’t give me quite the pump I was expecting. The flavor wasn’t that good and the aftertaste was like drinking liquid metal.

Cost: Gakic $54, SuperPump $39 both available at Bodybuilding.com. In the end, I give Gaspari SuperPump 4 girlturf *stars* out of 5.

On a side note… I recently competed in the Colorado State Championships and took 2nd place in my class! It was a great show and all the big boys showed up. There was a SUPERheavy weight category! For pics click on http://www.photoreflect.com/pr3/ViewAlbum.aspx?a=303349

Pumps to you!
Priscilla

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Hello All! Sorry I haven’t been in correspondence for a while. I had a busy spring break going to coaching conferences in Oklahoma City and in Denver. We had our annual USPTA conference of which I was the Intermountain Seminar Contest Chair. Our winner this year, Mike Olds, won first place. His topic was on interviewing techniques! It was great to get tips on how to answer questions when you’re looking for a top noch coaching job!

Also, I just finished my 1st Figure Competition! For the past 3 months I’ve been dieting, lifting, and doing 2 hours of cardio a day. Now, you all know that I’m a tennis player so this whole body building world is fascinating! It’s such a science to be able to shape your body into exactly how you want it to look. It’s 80% diet, 20% workout, and 1000% MENTAL! I’ll be intering the novice category by height, weight and age.

After describing my diet and routine to my friends they all ask me WHY? Why would I want to put myself through such an intense lifestyle? Well, my closest friends know that I’m very competitive and always looking for a challenge. And, the fact that my trainer and other people I know compete and encouraged me to try it. So… I did it!

I learned so much in my first Figure Competition. Everythying from dieting, to weight training, to cardio. There were a lot of beautiful, fit women and they were all very nice and supportive of each other.

I placed 3rd in the C Class (5′3\”-5′4\”) and 4th in the Master’s (Age 30-35). After all the women and and men competed there was a guest poser, Jay Cutler. He was this year’s 2nd place winner of Mr. Olympia. Cutler is HUGE with muscles popping off of muscles. His energy and showmanship brought excitement to the crowd. I have to say that it was a wonderful experience because I had a lot of support from my friends (some of whom made the drive to Boulder to watch the competition!)

After everything was over I got my scores from the judges and some feedback. Next time I could stand to lose more body fat and lean out more so that my muscles really pop. Some of the things they liked was my over all color (tanning is a big deal!), my selection of suits, and my overall look.

I only got a chance to talk to 5 out of the 8 judges because I had to go next door to the Cheesecake Factory and feed my face!!

I’m taking this week off (although still doing 1/2 hr - 1 hr of cardio/day) and then I’m going to hit it hard again for the June show! I’ll have pictures on the blog and website soon!

For more information on the figure competition visit Bodybuilding Competition, Figure and Fitness.

Make it a great day!

Priscilla Shaw

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