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The Natural Option in Central Arkansas
American society is under the threat of rising obesity rates, rampant chronic disease, and now more than ever, negative health impacts of reduced social connections. We all are witness to the slow deterioration of our society. Few people maintain a healthy body composition and fewer still do it without the use of performance enhancing drugs (PEDs), off label prescribed medications like Ozempic, and surgical procedures. People everywhere are obsessed with diet, weight and aesthetics, yet the frenzy seems to get us nowhere.
Enter natural bodybuilders. These individuals have jobs, families, responsibilities and stressors just like everyone, yet they pioneer a healthy lifestyle dedicated to building muscle, day after day, year after year the old fashioned way: hypertrophy based resistance training and attention to details in their nutrition. With health and longevity in mind, they consider the health damaging effects of steroids and strive to exceed expectations of what can be achieved naturally. They resist the comfort culture and purposefully place themselves under demanding circumstances to sharpen their minds. In the midst of an aimless and hedonistic society, ask a bodybuilder why they do what they do and their answer will be something like: "I start with the end in mind."
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That end includes not only prosperous health, but having an unforgettable experience showcasing a remarkable physique on stage. Years, months, and weeks of focused dedication all culminate when these athletes step on the stage. Excitement is high as they undergo comparison judging alongside athletes just as devout to the art of bodybuilding as they are. Far from being simply muscular and shredded, bodybuilders hone the craft of stage presentation, embodying confidence, charisma and elegance through every single movement they take.
Some athletes compete to win and some to compete against themselves. But no one competes to be outshined by someone who is not natural. Be it taking testosterone to get back to "base line levels" or stopping "gear" just in time to pass an uranalysis, even in "natural" shows there are loopholes that can result in speculation about the fairness of the competition.
Rocktown Naturals is a NANBF (North American Natural Bodybuilding Federation) affiliated show, which has a long standing reputation for upholding a truly natural standard. The organization has a long list of banned substances and every athlete undergoes a polygraph before competing, alongside randomized urinalyses. Beyond being a single day event, Rocktown Naturals aspires to grow a revival of natural bodybuilding in Central Arkansas. By being a beacon of fair and competitive natural bodybuilding, we hope to inspire many to enhance their health, gain muscle (the "organ of longevity) and make meaningful connections through their participation in this inspiring sport. ​​