List the shows you have done in the past 24 months and your placings.
Garden State - 2nd Place
NPC Universe - 2nd Place

What year did you get your pro card?
2021

At what show did you get your pro card?
NPC Universe

Tell us more about you
My name is Julian Ibes. I grew up in South Windsor, a small town in Connecticut. For 12 years of my life I played football, all the way into college. My father is who inspired me to get into the gym and start training. With progress, I fell more and more in love with the process of becoming the best version of myself. Trying to balance bodybuilding and football became more difficult as I started taking bodybuilding more seriously. During my first college season I was faced with an unforeseen injury, and had to decide between the two sports.

I realized it was time for a change. I made the transition to fully commit to bodybuilding. I found a coach, Omar Ventura, and we got to work. My first show was 2019 teen nationals, where I won overall Men’s Physique. My second show was NPC Universe, in 2020, where I placed 11th. I knew there was more work to be done. I worked tirelessly on my weak points, placing me in a position to earn my pro card at NPC Universe the next time around at the age of 21.

Surrounding yourself with those who spark internal growth are key. I would not be where I am today without my amazing coach, and even better friend, Omar Ventura, or without the support from my friends and family who stood by my side through my highs and lows.

Who is your coach?
Omar Ventura