--- title: "My Training Regimen: Pro Bodybuilding & Contest Prep in Bangalore" description: "See how I train for Men's Physique. I offer hands-on contest prep, posing coaching, and bodybuilding transformation training in GM Palya, Bangalore." canonical: https://mytribe.in/akshay_fitness_trainer/contest-preparation-coaching/practice-what-i-preach-my-training-regimen last_updated: 2025-12-29 --- # My Training Regimen: Behind the Grind Tribe Verified · Internationally certified, medal-winning physique coach. By [Akshay K](https://mytribe.in/akshay_fitness_trainer) · In-person at GM Palya & Online · ₹6,500 per month (estimate) Part of [Contest Preparation Coaching](https://mytribe.in/akshay_fitness_trainer/contest-preparation-coaching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/akshay_fitness_trainer/contest-preparation-coaching/gallery) Discipline is not a theory. This is a look into my own workouts, posing routines, and the intensity required to maintain a competitive physique. I only teach what I have mastered myself. ## Photos and videos - ![Focused and ready for a dumbbell workout. Maintaining a lean, muscular physique requires year-round dedication, even when not in active contest prep.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/050bcca8-a6b1-417d-bd1a-19b2aa8b0582) - [Video: A look at my own arm day workout. This includes bicep curls and tricep pushdowns, focusing on strict form to isolate the muscles and create definition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/726a8288-c96d-41b2-9c81-1f02f1abfe28) - ![Checking in on my current condition. Self-assessment is a key part of the fitness journey, allowing me to adjust my diet and training to stay on track with my goals.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/39733ca0-f02e-46da-a5b4-ac9362ae0a58) - ![A mirror check showing abdominal and chest definition. Staying lean requires a consistent and clean diet, which is a critical component of my contest prep programs.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/444847a2-7421-46e3-ae48-5d3361cc8f9c) - [Video: Practicing my back poses in the gym. A strong back, with width and thickness, is crucial for a balanced physique on stage. This requires specific exercises and posing practice to display it effectively.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/43a46061-9521-4883-827d-d7a32a43bf32) - ![The pain of discipline is temporary, but the results can last a lifetime. This is the mindset I bring to my own training and instill in my clients.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f0eb8995-8a39-4151-af5f-bdc636362485) - [Video: A back and triceps workout in progress. This session includes lat pulldowns, dumbbell rows, and cable pushdowns to build a powerful upper body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/91fa7f04-7756-40ae-8661-44c7f52e4163) - [Video: Posing practice is just as important as lifting. Here I am running through a series of poses, including the front double biceps and lat spread, to improve my stage presentation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/633138cb-93d9-4d65-852b-7566f9c4e60a) - [Video: A shoulder and tricep focused workout. Exercises like dumbbell lateral raises and tricep pushdowns are essential for creating the V-taper and defined arms that judges look for.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7883e4dd-3bac-42f8-aedf-9272cd14e33a) - [Video: Running through a posing routine in the gym. Fluid transitions and confident poses are key to making a strong impression during a competition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e20d4a1f-e1f2-428a-a35d-5b78c8f5ee6e) - [Video: A bicep-focused workout featuring barbell curls and preacher curls. These exercises are fundamental for building peak and thickness in the biceps.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f15efd8d-d973-4a7d-ad9f-9316373e52fe) - [Video: Even on tough days, the grind does not stop. This black and white video captures the raw effort of pushing through a workout when you feel like quitting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a4e9225f-b819-4452-8963-56a0d2e8ceea) - [Video: A shoulder and tricep session during a bulking phase. The goal here is to lift heavy with good form to add quality muscle mass before starting a cut.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7152eeb0-970f-4c59-985a-a64153db48d3) - [Video: Fitness is a lifestyle that sets you apart. It requires a different level of dedication and focus, which I embrace in my own journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a9a0053c-248c-44f6-84d8-d8d000b2754f) - [Video: Focusing on triceps with cable bicep curls and pushdowns. The key is controlled movement to keep tension on the muscle throughout the entire exercise.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b964348e-23a0-40be-a228-e795064107e4) - [Video: Posing practice under dim lighting to see how shadows accentuate muscle definition. This helps in understanding how to present my physique under different stage lighting conditions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/17063341-e626-449f-b966-66c0a4839a3d) - [Video: Confidence is built through discipline. Every completed workout and every practice posing session adds to the confidence you bring to the stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/54906c46-c56a-4a9d-b17b-c01f1ecfc99d) - [Video: A moment of focus before a set, followed by practicing a back lat spread. This pose is critical for showing back width and is a staple in any bodybuilder's routine.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/df859f1d-f03b-4524-ab4a-1c811ebc6b2d) - [Video: Practicing my side chest and bicep poses. These are mandatory poses in Men's Physique and bodybuilding competitions that highlight arm and chest development.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aad686ef-4c13-45c5-9f7d-6e72cfa71b61) - [Video: Working on my front double biceps pose. This classic pose showcases overall upper body development, from the arms and shoulders to the chest and abs.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dea870c0-1f84-4fa6-8270-c7fe04392049) - ![In bulking mode. This phase is about eating in a caloric surplus and training heavy to build the maximum amount of muscle before a competition prep cycle begins.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d823e68d-fef2-4399-88ff-e43e67fab2aa) - [Video: A heavy back day session. This includes heavy T-bar rows for thickness and pull-ups for width, two essential components for building a dominant back.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8b2616e2-4f42-44a5-bbca-d90efcbccd8d) - [Video: From a workout pump to practicing poses at home. The work continues outside the gym, constantly refining my physique and presentation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6272668d-9d29-4f88-82c0-69de47d46362) ## About Practice What I Preach: My Training Regimen I do not just write workout plans; I live them. My own routine is a reflection of the same intensity I demand from my clients, focusing on strict, controlled repetitions rather than just moving heavy weight. You will see me in the gym practicing mandatory poses just as often as I am under a barbell, because a stage-ready physique is built on the gym floor and refined in front of the mirror. Building a competitive physique is about managing two things: the load on the bar and the detail of your nutrition. In my training regimen, I prioritize hypertrophy and symmetry. Whether I am in a bulking phase to add mass or cutting for a contest, my training remains consistent. I focus on muscle isolation to build the V-taper that judges look for in Men's Physique competitions. ### The Importance of Posing Most lifters ignore this until the last minute. I don't. I treat posing as a specific workout. It builds stage presence, confidence, and reveals the gaps in your muscle definition. I practice my mandatory poses regularly because knowing how to display your hard work is just as vital as doing the work itself. ### Where I Train You can find me at Throne Fit in GM Palya or collaborating at Vijay's Oxfit Gym in Vignana Nagar. These aren't just places to lift. They are spaces designed for serious transformation, equipped with the machinery needed to drive muscle growth. I expect the same focus from my clients that I bring to my own sessions. If you are ready to commit to the grind, I will be right there with you to fix your form, push your limits, and ensure every rep moves you closer to your goal. Let us rise together. ## About Akshay K I am Akshay, and I have lived the transformation I promise. From being a chubby kid to standing on the Mr. World stage, I learned that discipline is the only shortcut. When you train with me, you are not just getting a coach; you are getting someone who knows exactly what it feels like to struggle, grind, and finally win. 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