No offense taken. I was strictly talking from a business perspective.
Charles Glass is an example. He is a legend, no doubt; but do we honestly believe that the pros he trained were built on "variety and muscle stimulation"?
I've been getting a lot of referral business lately for personal training and I've been considering the things that make pt effective. Keep in mind some of these are not necessary for an effective exercise program.
So aside from tailoring a specific plan to your client's...
I did a show. I would do it once just to do it, but don't get caught up in the B.S. It costs money to compete, and the only people who win in the end are the promoters. Be in your best shape, get a good tan, and practice your posing!
Jason