"Why am I doing all this? I want to be at my best", Jamie says about his hard contest preparation. This video is not only about getting lean, it is an inspirational look at pre-competition dieting from FAME fitness model Jamie Barnard, taking us into the challenging few hours the night before competition when the body is dramatically affected by carb depletion and lack of water. This is all part of the techniques used by bodybuilders and fitness models to have their muscles looking at their best for the day of competition - but it's also one of the most challenging aspects of preparing for the stage.
"My training for a competiton is very intense. I train four, five times a week", Jamie says. This video is an insight into the world of male fitness modelling from young British athlete, Jamie Barnard. Jamie placed second in the UK FAME competition in 2010, having made great improvements from his debut the previous year. Jamie is also a top personal trainer, based in Central London. Here, he talks about setting goals, his progress between competitions, and his plan for improving his physique.