Real Life Transformations - Early Grave To The Stage

American-based ER physician and dad of three, Dr Mike Catausen underwent an awe-inspiring transformation to step on stage in his first bodybuilding competition.

- Dr Mike Catausen

As an ER physician based in Kansas City, America, I primarily work nights. After long, arduous shifts, poor diet and not prioritizing my health I found I had piled on the pounds and was looking a far cry from the prime of my younger years. Suffice to say, I wanted to get in better shape!

I visited many gyms in my local area and ended up choosing His & Her Fitness. I wanted to work on my abs specifically, so they tailed a workout plan to meet my goals. I was given a meal plan and lifting schedule, focusing on gaining lean muscle.

After just six weeks, I could see real results and felt confident enough to potentially get on stage. With the support of my wife and children, I competed in an NPC show; one of my proudest moments! I could relate competing to my work life, going through medical school and residency requires patience, determination, and perseverance. You cannot expect to do well in med. school by cramming all the information in the night before the exam. It takes consistent daily discipline to do well, which is exactly what was required to attain the body composition required for the stage.