Muscle Gain Forum

Competition season hits different when you’ve spent months putting in the work. Whether you're chasing a bigger total on the platform, trying to bring a sharper physique to the stage, or simply wanting to beat your previous performance, everyone has a different definition of success.
For 2026, what’s the one goal you’re most focused on at your next bodybuilding or powerlifting event? A new PR, better placing, improved posing, making weight, or simply showing up more prepared than last time?

500-lb squat. That’s the mission.

I’m mainly chasing a bigger total this time. My last meet taught me a lot, so I’m hoping to put together a cleaner performance.

I want to bring my best conditioning yet.

My goal is a 405 deadlift on the platform. I’ve hit it in the gym, but doing it on meet day with commands and all the pressure is going to be a completely different test.

Honestly, I just want three good attempts across the board and no missed lifts because I got too aggressive with my numbers.

First bodybuilding show for me! I’m not focused on placing right now—I just want to show up confident, present my physique properly, and know I gave the prep everything I had.

“That’s a huge milestone! Hitting it in training is one thing, but locking it in on meet day is a whole different feeling.”

I’m trying to add around 30 pounds to my total while staying in my current weight class.

For me, it’s posing. My physique has improved a lot since my last show, but I realized afterward that better presentation could have made a huge difference.