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The 2004 NPC National Bodybuilding Championships are the pinnacle of the amateur bodybuilding contest season where athletes from all over the country vie for a chance to earn professional status. Without a doubt the Nationals are the most anticipated contest of the year, and in 2004 Dallas sets the stage for an unforgettable weekend of intense muscular action. Pump Room Part 1 features the bantamweight and lightweight competitors as they pump up, oil down and ready to take the stage. We covered the pump room during both the prejudging and evening show portions with multiple cameras, bringing you an up-close and intense look at these incredible bodybuilders.