11 weeks out! Battling with Body Dysmorphia

Welcome back to week 11 of my Natural Bodybuilding Men's Physique prep. As I begin to lean out and get ready for stage weight, I thought now would be a good time to talk about body dysmorphia. When we start to really lean out, we can actually in some ways look worse before we look better. This is because body fat has a way of filling out the body. As you get into the 12-10% body fat range, you start to see your own weaknesses. You still have enough body fat to not be 'shredded' but there is no longer enough fat to fill out. This can result in a weaker, softer appearance. This does go away as you continue to lean out.

BUT

The guy you see in the mirror is never going to be as lean as you want him to be, and is nearly every time leaner than you think. In my years competing I have never truly felt in the moment that I had the physique I wanted, even seconds before going on stage. This is normal. Many months after the show is over and you look back at the photos, you will be amazed that you ever looked that way.

This is the life of a natural bodybuilder! If you want to compete you have to learn how to manage these feelings, as many body builders (if not all) will experience it to some degree, no matter how good they are or how long they've been doing it. Just try to keep in mind that you look great, and even better than yesterday!

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