Tattoo's

[Shep Diesel]

I have several tat's and would like to continue to get them. However, i am wondering if their is a point you cross that tattooing and competitive bobybuilding just dont mesh well any longer. Ive noticed throughout the years more and more bodybuilders are getting them.

I have 9 currently, and plan on getting a sleeve on my left, lower arm, which is already 1/4 or so covered.

Can i get to a point where it will effect my advancements in competitive bb'ing? I am planning on entering my first show real soon.

Conversly, i think my tat's could give me an edge. I have "STRICTLY" on the underside of my right forearm, and "BUSINESS" on my left in the same location. Also, i have 24-7 on the inside of my lip. As i am facing you and put my fists together finger to finger my arms create a triangle, and you can read it clearly, i reach up and pull my lip down and am sure to get some comments from people. Usually along the lines of "Your fucking crazy" (I Am ; ) ) or "Didnt that hurt?" Anywho, dont you think this would set me apart in a crowd and definately keep my in people's minds??

Let me know....

Shep

 

[xcelbeyond]

Well back in ol' days when I was competing - - you were definately marked down for having a tat. Look at Berry DeMey, never did win a lot at major-level events - marked down for his large rose tat.

I think it is now only accepted because a lot of guys have them. I would say if your physique is identical to your competitor, but he doesn't have tats, guess who gonna win? I've seen guys with lots of tats and you can't really see much muscle. Tats don't seem to show up as much (not as pronounced) on black guys. You really gotta look for Coleman's tats - don't "standout."

 

[Dr.X]

Depending on where (and what) you have - they definitely can take away from your physique. That's just the plain truth. Now if you have something small and it doesn't directly cover a large muscle you're probably fine.

 

[BigBoyJ]

Tats don't seem to show up as much (not as pronounced) on black guys. You really gotta look for Coleman's tats - don't "standout."

Hmm, so what if I tatto myself black? Cuts out the need for tanning at least.

 

[worldspan]

While I think tattoos can be cool (I'm waiting for 22" arms before I get mine! LOL) I will tell you having started to "test judge" this past fall, they definetly
are a "distraction" to a judge.

You probably already have too many, don't get more. Put extra effort into your mandatories and that may compensate for again, the "distraction."

Worldspan