Category: Competitor Profiles

From the Corps to the Stage: Jakub Kusiak’s Journey to Champion at the 2024 NPC WA State Open

Mar 23, 2025

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in 2024 WA State Open Recap, Athlete Interviews, Champion Spotlights, Classic Physique, Competitor Profiles, Military Athletes, NPC News & Features, Road to Nationals, Transformation Stories, WA State Open Inspiration

When Jakub Kusiak stepped under the bright lights at the 2024 NPC Washington State Open, few in the crowd knew the full story behind his poised stage presence. Just moments before being crowned the Classic Physique Overall Champion, this father of three and military veteran took a quiet breath – a habit ingrained from years…