I don't want to piss anyone off, so please.. if I offend anyone, please remove my thread. I won't be upset if you do.
I am a personal trainer and I own a Bodybuilding Pro Shop called ENP out here in Hawaii. I carry a lot of Animal & Universal products in my shop.
I think Animal is awesome! Anyway, I compete in bodybuilding and powerlifting as well. I've been training now specifically for bodybuilding for 10 years.
There is a National Qualifier here on September 9th that I'm currently preparing to compete in and then hopefully take my physique up to the next level and compete Nationally next year - assuming I at least win my class at this show.
I've always had a "Hard work beats talent" mindset since I began bodybuilding and it is also a huge reason why I've taken so long to push the envelope when it comes to competing. I just love bodybuilding. I love the process and I love the lifestyle.

I made a video on my YouTube channel: