FST7 Posing Tips with Hany Rambod

24X Olympia winning coach Hany Rambod takes new Team Evogen Elite athlete Schuyler Reeves through a posing session after his first competition. Posing is everything. It can mean the difference between winning and losing so pay close attention as The Pro Creator breaks down each pose. 

• In the front and rear double bicep pose, do not bring your forearms too close to your biceps and curl or supinate your wrists. 
• In the side chest pose, be careful not to crunch down when you pull your chest back as it will make you look smaller and more narrow.  Pull your air into your chest and keep your chest up and twist for a wider fuller appearance.  
• In the front lat spread pose, keep your elbows and shoulders back. A common mistake is over rotating your shoulders which will make you look narrow. Stay wide by keeping your chest up and shoulders wide.

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After dieting throughout your prep, most athletes will binge eat after a show. You want to weigh yourself throughout the process to maintain some form of control.  Gaining up to 10-15 lbs in the first week after your competition is normal, but continue your cardio and get back on track as soon as you can.  

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Pro Tip: After a competition you want to avoid sodium binges because it can elevate your blood pressure to a point where it can be dangerous to your health. Avoid too much sushi with a lot of soy sauce or adding salt to fried foods.