A PASSION for fitness has opened pathways in the natural bodybuilding world for Fingal Bay university student Darcy Glew.
Having won a string of gold medals in his first year on the competition circuit, the future looks bright for the determined 19-year-old athlete.
At the recent Australian National Bodybuilding Championships in Brisbane, a super fit Glew won both the Bodybuilding and Classic Physique categories in his division – a massive achievement for a relative newcomer.
It follows his gold medal success in his maiden competition back in April at the iCompeteNatural (ICN) Show in Canberra where he claimed the ACT Junior Under 23 title and finished third in the Opens event.
ICN is the world leader in natural bodybuilding and physique contests and welcomes all members of the fitness community.
Glew later clinched a State title at the ICN NSW Championships at Rooty Hill.
“Winning the two gold medals at my first-ever national titles was a surreal moment,” he told News Of The Area.
“It was a nice reward for all the toil in the gym over the past few years and discipline with my overall training.”
Judges score points on poses and muscle look in the bodybuilding category with emphasis on symmetry and more intense posing in Classic Physique.
“Confidence is also a major factor when the judging panel assesses competitors, which could prove the difference in an even contest.”
Glew is in the first year of an Exercise and Physiology degree at Newcastle University, and played rugby and tennis before taking an interest in natural bodybuilding in 2023.
To get into top shape he commenced an intensive training regime.
Now with two national titles under his belt, the fitness guru has qualified to compete at the World Natural Bodybuilding Federation (WNBF) Championships in the United States during November.
It is an assignment Glew will ponder over the coming months as he maintains top fitness and body shape.
Staying strong and healthy has always been a fitness mantra for the hard working teenager.
He works as a personal trainer at Our Gym Nelson Bay and puts in an extra 17 hours a week – with two hour sessions on the spin bike plus lifting weights – as he seeks to optimise his training, diet and rest.
“Evolving your technique is also important to give you an edge over other competitors in this challenging sport.”
By Chris KARAS
