For our final instalment in our fitness competition series (part 1 and 2) we are getting up out of our seats in the audience and sneaking our way backstage. We see the flexing, we see the posing, but what’s going on behind the scenes?
For other competitors, it’s a day to soak up inspiration.
For others, it’s less about the feel-good moments and more about preparing down to the last second.
Jon goes on to say that, depending on the organization, the vibe among fitness competitors can range from competitive and standoffish to friendly and social.
“It’s tense as the people there are your competitors and there can be catty individuals, but there is a sense of family as well,” adds Jessi.
One of the things that strikes outsiders as odd is the incredibly dark tans that contestants sport on the day of the show.
Jon compares the dramatic tans to any other performance makeup.
As far as keeping your spray tan looking good, Mariya has one major tip.
Joseph Moniz has a different perspective of the competition. He’s been a judge for the Alberta Body Building Association for the last 9 years!
Joseph feels that the best part of being a judge is getting to see the shows and the competitors from a different perspective and giving them feedback to better improve their physiques.
Jessica Grudzinski echoes that sentiment.
“Words can’t express how I felt on stage at WBFF Worlds… it was a surreal experience,” she says, adding one last bit of encouragement for future competitors.
The Alberta Body Building Association’s fitness competition takes place tomorrow here in Edmonton at the Winspear Centre. Will you be checking it out?