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20/20: True Confessions – Do Gyms Favor Fitter Women?

November 29, 2012 by

ABC hired models Kristin Garofalo and Abby Smith for an upcoming episode of 20/20. The two women were part of an experiment to see which body type would get a better bargain at the gym. Would Abby, the plus-size model, get a better or worse deal at the gym? Would size matter when it comes to a gym membership?

which woman get better offers
IFBB Men’s Physique Pro and personal Trainer, Ryan Hughes will be featured in the upcoming episode. He confirmed on his facebook page that he will be part of the feature, “I am excited to finally let this one out of the bag! I will be making my TV debut on ABC’s 20/20 this Friday.” Hughes tells ABC,  “Most of the time at these large corporate gyms, you’re going to get a better rate if you’re thin and attractive rather than overweight.”

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Tune in Friday at 10pm ET to  “20/20: True Confessions” and find out who got the better gym offers.

photo via ABCnews.

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Yoko Ono Reveals John Lennon Inspired Clothing Line

November 29, 2012 by

Well this is certainly not your average, run-of-the-mill line of clothing. This week, Yoko Ono brought her 1969 sketches, inspired by her love for John Lennon, to life. The cultural icon collaborated with Opening Ceremony to construct “Fashions for Men: 1969-2012”. They are unique that’s for sure. Who would not only buy these but also wear them well that’s to be seen.

ono fashion line men
photos courtesy of Opening Ceremony

How did the collaboration between Ono and Opening Ceremony come to fruition? In a recent SPIN interview, Opening Ceremony’s Humberto Leon shared, “I met Yoko about three years ago when we opened our Tokyo store and she came; it was really exciting. She’d mentioned to me, ‘I drew this men’s line in 1969 for John and I’ve never shown anybody, I’d love for you to see it.'”

Check out the entire line on Opening Ceremony and we dare you not to giggle. Especially at the $200 jock strap. Seriously? If you know anyone who has the cajones to wear this collection let us know, we’d love to meet them. Props to Yoko though. The woman is doing her own thing and following through on something she started 43-years ago.

Filed Under: News & Features, STYLE Tagged With: , , ,

Video: Corsets Comeback

November 28, 2012 by

ABC News / Nightline recently featured a growing (or slimming in this case) trend in Hollywood… Corsets. Corsets have been around for years but thanks to Hollywood stars they’re making a comeback as a fashion statement. Is it comfortable? It certainly doesn’t look like it from this video but what’s a little discomfort when you can have a slim, trim waistline, right?

corset comeback fashion
Corsets are not only a growing trend in Fashion but they are also a popular garment for fitness fanatics. Over the years, hundreds of competitors have convinced themselves that wearing a corset (or similar garment) will ultimately slim their waistline. It’s a trick women have used for years but does it work or another gimmick? If you’re one of the ladies currently rock’n a corset, remember nothing will replace exercise and eating healthy to get a sleek, slim waistline. Check out the ABC video below for the feature on corsets as a Fashion statement.

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3x Figure International Champion Nicole Wilkins Will Not Defend Title in 2013

November 28, 2012 by

IFBB Figure Pro and popular fitness model, Nicole Wilkins announced on facebook that she would not be defending her Figure International title in 2013. Nicole has been greeted by Arnold Schwarzenegger, co-promoter of the event, the past three years with the first place trophy and coveted winner’s jacket. Nicole shared with her fans that she’ll be taking some time off from competing to make improvements to her physique. Look for her to be back on stage in the summer of 2013.

nicole arnold

Nicole’s Official Announcement:

For the past five years, the Monday after Thanksgiving always marks the first day of my prep for the Arnold Classic. But not this year – because, since 2008, I’ve decided to sit out the event. For the first time since I’ve been a pro, I’m going to give myself a longer off-season to make the improvements I feel are necessary to get my physique where I want it to be to hopefully win back the Figure Olympia title.

For those of you who will be in Columbus, I will be too – just at the Met-Rx booth and not on stage. I’m sure it will be hard watching all of the other girls competing that weekend, but I know this is the right decision for me at this time. And I know I’ll be back on the Arnold Classic Figure International stage in 2014 going for title No. 4!

Thank you to Fitness Management Group (FMG), my trainer Kim Oddo and MET-Rx for supporting me with this decision. Here’s to a great 2013!

The IFBB Pro Figure division was added to the Arnold Sports Festival in 2003 and continues to be one of the most popular women’s events. A new champion crowned at the 2013 Figure International, making one happy woman the 6th title-holder in the event’s history.

Figure International Champions:
2003 – Jenny Lynn
2004 – Jenny Lynn
2005 – Jenny Lynn
2006 – Mary Elizabeth Lado
2007 – Mary Elizabeth Lado
2008 – Gina Aliotti
2009 – Zivile Raudoniene
2010 – Nicole Wilkins
2011 – Nicole Wilkins
2012 – Nicole Wilkins

For more information on the Figure International and the 25th Anniversary of the Arnold Sports Festival visit, www.arnoldsportsfestival.com.

 

Filed Under: Arnold Classic, News & Features

9-year-old Sam Gordon is a Hardbody

November 23, 2012 by

If you haven’t heard about 9-year-old Sam Gordon yet you’re in for a treat. She’s been taking the internet by storm since her father posted some of her football highlights to youtube. Yes, football… The American style and yes she. Sam (short for Samantha) shreds through defenses and blazes past the boys in a blink of an eye. She also knows how to lay a hit on them when playing defense. Sam is a hardbody and if this interview doesn’t put a smile on your face we don’t know what will.

sam gordon football

Not only is Sam adorable she is well-spoken, especially for a 9-year-old. It’s refreshing how authentic and natural she is, something adults often forget about. Sam’s efforts on the field recently landed her on the cover of a Wheaties box of cereal, something often reserved for Olympic athletes or the likes of Michael Jordan. Although she’s crushing it on the football field she shares that soccer is still her favorite. Check out Sam’s interview with ESPN’s Hannah Storm on SportsCenter. This is great! Congrats Sam and keep crushing.

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Which Veronique Morin Cover is better?

November 23, 2012 by

Covers are a fitness model’s dream. Oxygen Magazine is often on the bucket-list of a hardbody to appear in and a cover would be a dream come true. There are only twelve covers a year for Oxygen and half of that for Muscle and Fitness HERS. HERS is published every other month so your chances of landing a cover are few and far between. Magazines are fighting for slumping sales and a great cover can help on newsstands.

veronique morin

 

Consider the odds of landing one cover much less two AT THE SAME TIME. It’s rare to see the same model a cover of two different magazines at the same time but this month IFBB Bikini Pro Veronique Morin did it. She is wearing workout attire on both. Oxygen went with a NIKE top while HERS opted for an Addidas top. Veronique looks significantly more muscular on HERS an sports curly hair.

We’re throwing it out to you Hardbody Nation, which cover did it better?

Which Cover is Better? Click for larger view

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Filed Under: News & Features, Polls Tagged With: , , ,

Black Friday Supplement Deals

November 23, 2012 by

Now that Thanksgiving has passed, Cyber Weekend is upon us. Black Friday and Cyber Monday can offer large discounts on a variety of products. The folks at Bodybuilding.com are offering a few Black Friday deals today. Check it out and you could save big on some of your favorite supplements.

black Friday deals
The Bodybuilding.com Black Friday offer ends at midnight EST on November 24th. While supplies last.

Filed Under: News & Features, Supplements Tagged With: ,

NPC Athletes of the Month – August

November 19, 2012 by

The National Physique Committee (NPC) and Gaspari Nutrition have selected seven competitors as NPC Athletes of the Month for the month of August. Check out the release below for complete details.

athletes of the month
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NATIONAL PHYSIQUE COMMITTEE AND GASPARI NUTRITION ANNOUNCE AUGUST ATHLETES OF THE MONTH

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA (November 19, 2012) – The National Physique Committee and Gaspari Nutrition have selected seven competitors as NPC Athletes of the Month for the month of August. Mustafa Kabbani, Tiffany Upshaw, Crystal Wong, Janet Gerber, Jesus Burgos, Margie Martin and Angela Stueber all were honored for standout performances during the month.

All of the athletes will be profiled on the NPC News Online and will receive free product from Gaspari Nutrition.

Each month, NPC President Jim Manion selects the Athletes of the Month in each of the organization’s seven divisions – Men’s and Women’s Bodybuilding, Figure, Bikini, Fitness and Men’s and Women’s Physique – based on in-person analysis and on the information provided by contest promoters across the country and featured in the NPC News Online Contest Roundups.

For complete profiles and galleries of the August NPC Athletes of the month, go to www.npcnewsonline.com.

About the August Athletes of the Month:

– Men’s Bodybuilding: Mustafa Kabbani, 26, started bodybuilding at the age of 16 in Saudi Arabia. In two NPC contests since 2011, Kabbani has two class wins and one overall win.

– Women’s Bodybuilding: Former Marine Margie Martin of Temecula, California, won the Overall at the Pacific USA Championships. Martin, a mother of four, is working towards becoming a science teacher.

– Figure: Crystal Wong, 33, took an eight-year break from NPC competitions to start a family. In August, Crystal won her class and the Overall at the Pacific USA Championships in her first contest since 2004.

– Bikini: Tiffany Upshaw of Ft. Meyers, Florida, won her class and the Overall at the Dexter Jackson Classic. Upshaw, 25, is a communications major in college.

– Men’s Physique: Former football player Jesus Burgos. 21, won his class and the Overall at the Tim Gardner Extravaganza. Burgos was a backup quarterback for the Miami Hurricanes before an injury ended his playing days.

– Women’s Physique: Janet Gerber, 36, started competing as a lightweight bodybuilder in the NPC in 2009. Janet, who switched to Women’s Physique for the 2011 season, won her class and the Overall at the Tim Gardner Extravaganza.

– Fitness: Angela Stueber won the Overall at the Dexter Jackson Classic in her first contest since 2007.

 

Filed Under: News & Features

2013 IFBB Contest Schedule – Dates Announced *Updated

November 19, 2012 by

The 2013 IFBB Pro League Contest schedule has been released and there are a few new shows added, as well as a couple new locations. The Fitness and Women’s Bodybuilding divisions will see fewer shows in the United States in 2013. The schedule is subject to change and your best bet is to visit IFBBpro.com for the latest contest information.

2013 IFBB contest schedule
HARDBODY 411:
The breakdown of shows from 2012 to 2013 are below. The biggest hit was the Fitness Division with 4 few shows on the schedule for 2013. Women’s Bodybuilding loses a show, while Women’s Physique is down two shows overall from the 2012 schedule. Figure and Bikini continue to dominate and both divisions are up in total shows from 2012.

2013 Number of Shows
Open Men Bodybuilding – 17
212 Men Bodybuilding – 9
Men’s Physique – 11
Women’s Bodybuilding – 5
Fitness – 6
Figure – 24
Bikini – 25
Women’s Physique – 11

2012 Number of Shows
Open Men Bodybuilding – 18
212 Men Bodybuilding – 13
Men’s Physique – 10
Women’s Bodybuilding – 6
Fitness – 10
Figure – 23
Bikini – 23
Women’s Physique – 13

**Updated November 29, 2012**

FITNESS – 6 Total Shows

FITNESS INTERNATIONAL
March 1-2 – Columbus, Ohio
Promoter: Jim Lormier
Contact: 614-431-2600 / slorenz@arnoldexpo.com
Info: www.arnoldsportsfestival.com

FIBO POWER GERMANY
April 13 – Cologne, Germany
Promoter: Jens Thieme
Contact: jens.thieme@reedexpo.de

ARNOLD CLASSIC BRASIL
April 26-27 – Rio deJaneiro, Brasil
Promoter: Rafael Santonja and Bob Lorimer
www.arnoldclassicbrasil.com

TORONTO PRO SUPERSHOW
May 31-June 1 – Toronto, Canada
Promoter: Ron Hache
Contact: 705-561-0775 / ronhache@unitz.ca
Info: www.TorontoProSupershow.com

FITNESS OLYMPIA
September 27-28 – Las Vegas, Nevada
Promoter: Robin Chang
Contact Info: 866-676-2007 / rchang@weiderpub.com
www.mrolympia.com

ARNOLD CLASSIC EUROPE
October 12-13 – Madrid, Spain
Promoter: Monica Ortega
Contact Info: 346-738-88752 or info@ifbbevents.com
www.arnoldclassiceurope.es

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FIGURE – 24 Total shows

FIGURE INTERNATIONAL
March 1-2 – Columbus, Ohio
Promoter: Jim Lormier
Contact: 614-431-2600 / slorenz@arnoldexpo.com
www.arnoldsportsfestival.com

AUSTRALIA PRO
March 9-10 – Melbourne, Australia
Promoter: Tony Doherty
Contact: 613-9388-0866 / promuscle@dohertysgym.com
www.dohertysgym.com

ST. LOUIS PRO
March 16 – St. Louis, Missouri
Promoter: Jack Titone
Contact: 314-686-3828 /  titonej@aol.com
www.npcmidwest.com

GOVERNORS CUP
March 23, 2013 – Sacramento, California
Promoter: Ted Williamson/John Tuman
Contact: tedwm@aol.com / bbspy@aol.com
spectrumfitnessproductions.com

EUROPA SHOW OF CHAMPIONS
April 19-20 – Orlando, Florida
Promoter: Ed and Betty Pariso
Contact: 817-498-3631 / BettyPariso@aol.com
www.europaexpo.com

PITTSBURGH PRO
May 4 – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Promoter: Jim Manion
Contact: 412-276-5027 / npcfirst@aol.com
www.garyudit.com

POWERHOUSE PRO/AM CLASSIC
May 5 – Detroit, Michigan
Promoter: Will Dabish
Contact:248-305-9630 / 313-670-0727 / willdabish@powerhousegym.com

NEW YORK PRO
May 25 – New York, New York
Promoter: Steve Weinberger
Contact: 516-933-1111 / info@bevfrancis.com
www.bevfrancis.com

CALIFORNIA PRO
May 25 – Culver City, California
Promoter: Jon Lindsay
Contact: 866-370-3011
www.musclecontest.com

TORONTO PRO SUPERSHOW
May 31 – June 1 – Toronto, Canada
Promoter: Ron Hache
Contact: 705-561-0775 / ronhache@unitz.ca
www.TorontoProSupershow.com

OMAHA PRO
June 8 – Omaha, Nebraska
Promoter: Jack Titone
Contact: 314-686-3828
www.npcmidwest.com

WINGS OF STRENGTH CHICAGO PRO
June 5-6 – Chicago, Illinois
Promoter: Tim Gardner
Contact: 813-908-7843 / tgflex@aol.com
www.chiocagoproshow.com

PBW CHAMPIONSHIPS PRO
August 9-10 – Tampa, Florida
Promoter: Tim Gardner
Contact: 813-908-7843 / tgflex@aol.com
www.pbwproshow.com

EUROPA SUPER SHOW
August 16-17 – Dallas, Texas
Promoter: Ed and Betty Pariso
Contact: 817-498-3631 / BettyPariso@aol.com
www.europaexpo.com

TAHOE SHOW 
August 24, 2013 – Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Promoter: Chris Minnes
Contact: 775-267-7564 / Chris@tahoeshow.com
www.TahoeShow.com

NORDIC PRO CHAMPIONSHIPS
August 31 – Finland
Promoter: K.P. Ourama
Contact: kp.ourama@kpfitness.fi
www.fitnessexpo.fi

VALENTI GOLD CUP
August 31 – Sarasota, Florida
Promoter: Patricia Valenti
Contact: 941-955-9300 / info@valentigoldcup.com
www.valentigoldcup.com

TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS
September 7 – Culver City, California
Promoter: Jon Lindsay
Contact: 866-370-3011
www.musclecontest.com

FIGURE OLYMPIA
September 27-28 – Las Vegas, Nevada
Promoter: Robin Chang
Contact: 866-676-2007 or rchang@weiderpub.com
Info: www.mrolympia.com

SHERU CLASSIC
October 4-5 – Mumbai, India
Promoter: Sheru Aangrish
Contact: Sheru@sheruclassic.com
www.sheruclassic.in

ARNOLD CLASSIC EUROPE
October 12-13 – Madrid, Spain
Promoter: Monica Ortega
Contact: 346-738-88752 / info@ifbbevents.com
www.arnoldclassiceurope.es

HOUSTON PRO
October 12 – Houston, Texas
Promoter: Lee Thompson
Contact: 281-435-8804 or lee@tltinc.org
www.thompsonmusclecontest.com

EVL’S PRAGUE PRO
October 25-26 – Prague, Czech Republic
Promoter: Eva Sukupova
Contact: info@evlspraguepro.com
www.EVLsPraguePro.com

KENTUCKY MUSCLE PRO
November 9 – Louisville, Kentucky
Promoter: Brent Jones
Contact: 502-387-3808 / lbrentjones@kentuckymuscle.com
www.kentuckymuscle.com

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BIKINI – 17 Total Shows

BIKINI INTERNATIONAL
March 1-2 – Columbus, Ohio
Promoter: Jim Lormier
Contact Info: 614-431-2600 / slorenz@arnoldexpo.com
www.arnoldsportsfestival.com

AUSTRALIA PRO GRAND PRIX
March 9-10 – Melbourne, Australia
Promoter: Tony Doherty
Contact: 613-9388-0866 / promuscle@dohertysgym.com
www.dohertysgym.com

MUSCLECONTEST.COM PRO 
March 9 – Torrance, California
Promoter: Jon Lindsay
Contact: 866-370-3011
www.musclecontest.com

ST. LOUIS PRO
March 16 – St. Louis, Missouri
Promoter: Jack Titone
Contact: 314-686-3828
www.npcmidwest.com

BATTLE ON THE BEACH
March 30 – Daytona Beach, Florida
Promoter: Kristen Nagrani/Shannon Dey
Contact: 386-334-0429 / 386-214-3927 / fitgirlproductions@hotmail.com
www.ftlauderdalecup.com

PITTSBURGH PRO
May 4 – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Promoter: Jim Manion
Contact: 412-276-5027 / npcfirst@aol.com
garyudit.com/event/2012-npc-pittsburgh-championships

POWERHOUSE PRO/AM CLASSIC
May 11 – Detroit, Michigan
Promoter: Will Dabish
Contact: 248-305-9630 / 313-670-0727  /  willdabish@powerhousegym.com

NEW YORK PRO
May 25 – New York, New York
Promoter: Steve Weinberger
Contact: 516-933-1111 / info@bevfrancis.com
www.bevfrancis.com

TORONTO PRO SUPERSHOW
May 31-June 1 – Toronto, Canada
Promoter: Ron Hache
Contact: 705-561-0775 / ronhache@unitz.ca
www.TorontoProSupershow.com

GREATER GULF STATES
June 21-22 – New Orleans, Louisiana
Promoter: Luke Tesvich
Contact: 504-439-6224 /  NPCLAoffice@aol.com
www.npcggs.com

EUROPA BATTLE OF CHAMPIONS
June 29 – Hartford, Connecticut
Promoter: Ed and Betty Pariso
Contact: 817-498-3631 / BettyPariso@aol.com
www.europaexpo.com

PBW CHAMPIONSHIPS PRO
August 9-10 – Tampa, Florida
Promoter: Tim Gardner
Contact: 813-908-7843 / tgflex@aol.com
www.pbwproshow.com

ORANGE COUNTY MUSCLE CLASSIC
August 10 – San Diego, California
Promoter: Jon Lindsay
Contact: 866-370-3011
www.musclecontest.com

ST. LOUIS PRO
August 24 – St.Louis, Missouri
Promoter: Jack Titone
Contact: 314-686-3828
www.npcmidwest.com

NORDIC PRO
August 31 – Finland
Promoter: K.P. Ourama
Contact: kp.ourama@kpfitness.fi
www.fitnessexpo.fi

VALENTI GOLD CUP 
August 31 – Sarasota, Florida
Promoter: Patricia Valenti
Contact: 941-955-9300 / info@valentigoldcup.com
www.valentigoldcup.com

BIKINI OLYMPIA
September 27-28 – Las Vegas, Nevada
Promoter: Robin Chang
Contact: 866-676-2007 / rchang@weiderpub.com
www.mrolympia.com

SHERU CLASSIC
October 4-5 – Mumbai, India
Promoter: Sheru Aangrish
Contact: Sheru@sheruclassic.com
www.sheruclassic.in

HOUSTON PRO
October 12 – Houston, Texas
Promoter: Lee Thompson
Contact: 281-435-8804 / lee@tltinc.org
thompsonmusclecontest.com

FORT LAUDERDALE CUP
October 19 – Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Promoter: Kristen Nagrani/Shannon Dey
Contact: 386-334-0429 / 386-214-3927  /  fitgirlproductions@hotmail.com
www.ftlauderdalecup.com

BRITISH GRAND PRIX
October 19-20 – Manchester, England
Promoter: Neil Hill
Contact: neilhill69@btinternet.com

BORDER STATES
October 26 – San Diego, California
Promoter: Jon Lindsay
Contact Info: 866-370-3011
www.musclecontest.com

EVL’S PRAGUE PRO
October 25-26 – Prague, Czech Republic
Promoter: Eva Sukupova
Contact: info@evlspraguepro.com
www.EVLsPraguePro.com

SACRAMENTO PRO
November 2 – Sacramento, California
Promoter: Ted Williamson/John Tuman
Contact: 951-687-9366 / 209-480-1798 / tedwm@aol.com / bbspy@aol.com
www.spectrumfitnessproductions.com

IRON WARRIORS
November 9 – San Diego, California
Promoter: Jon Lindsay
Contact: 866-370-3011
www.musclecontest.com

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WOMEN’S PHYSIQUE – 11 Total Shows

IFBB PRO GRAND PRIX 
April 13 – Culver City, California
Promoter: Jon Lindsay
Contact: 866-370-3011
www.musclecontest.com

EUROPA SHOW OF CHAMPIONS
April 19-20 – Orlando, Florida
Promoter: Ed and Betty Pariso
Contact: 817-498-3631 / BettyPariso@aol.com
www.europaexpo.com

NEW YORK PRO
May 25 – New York, New York
Promoter: Steve Weinberger
Contact: 516-933-1111 / info@bevfrancis.com
www.bevfrancis.com

TORONTO PRO
May 31-June 1 – Toronto, Canada
Promoter: Ron Hache
Contact: 705-561-0775 / ronhache@unitz.ca
www.TorontoProSupershow.com

MILE HIGH PRO
June 1 – Denver, Colorado
Promoter: Jeff Taylor
Contact: 303-282-9999 / jtnpc@comcast.net
www.coloradonpc.com

GREATER GULF STATES
June 21-22 – New Orleans, Louisiana
Promoter: Luke Tesvich
Contact: 504-439-6224 / NPCLAoffice@aol.com
www.npcggs.com

WINGS OF STRENGTH CHICAGO PRO
July 5-6 – Chicago, Illinois
Promoter: Tim Gardner
Contact: 813-908-7843 or tgflex@aol.com
Info: www.chiocagoproshow.com

PBW CHAMPIONSHIPS PRO
August 9-10 – Tampa, Florida
Promoter: Tim Gardner
Contact: 813-908-7843 / tgflex@aol.com
www.pbwproshow.com

EUROPA SUPER SHOW
August 16-17 – Dallas, Texas
Promoter: Ed and Betty Pariso
Contact: 817-498-3631 / BettyPariso@aol.com
www.europaexpo.com

OLYMPIA WOMEN’S PHYSIQUE SHOWDOWN
September 27-28 – Las Vegas, Nevada
Promoter: Robin Chang
Contact: 866-676-2007 / rchang@weiderpub.com
www.mrolympia.com

TITANS GRAND PRIX
October 19 – Culver City, California
Promoter: Jon Lindsay
Contact: 866-370-3011
www.musclecontest.com

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WOMEN’S BODYBUILDING – 5 total shows

MS. INTERNATIONAL
March 1-2 – Columbus, Ohio
Promoter: Jim Lormier
Contact: 614-431-2600 / slorenz@arnoldexpo.com
www.arnoldsportsfestival.com

TORONTO PRO
May 31-June 1 – Toronto, Canada
Promoter: Ron Hache
Contact: 705-561-0775 / ronhache@unitz.ca
www.TorontoProSupershow.com

WINGS OF STRENGTH CHICAGO PRO
July 5-6 – Chicago, Illinois
Promoter: Tim Gardner
Contact: 813-908-7843 / tgflex@aol.com
www.chiocagoproshow.com

PRO BODYBUILDING WEEKLY CHAMPIONSHIPS
August 9-10 – Tampa, Florida
Promoter: Tim Gardner
Contact: 813-908-7843 / tgflex@aol.com
Info: www.pbwproshow.com

MS. OLYMPIA
September 27-28 – Las Vegas, Nevada
Promoter: Robin Chang
Contact: 866-676-2007 / rchang@weiderpub.com
Info: www.mrolympia.com
For a complete list of the men’s events visit IFBBpro.com.

Filed Under: IFBB & NPC, News & Features Tagged With: , , , ,

2013 NPC National Contest Schedule – Dates Announced

November 19, 2012 by

The 2013 NPC National contest dates have been announced. There were a record number of competitors in the NPC this year and with nearly 200 IFBB pro cards up for grabs, next year should be much the same. The dates and locations are relatively similar to this year. As in years’ past the NPC Nationals will move back to Florida. Mark your calendars for next year and we’ll see you there!

contest schedule

MARCH 16, 2013
Wheelchair National Championships – Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Promoter: Frank Dalto

MAY 19, 2013
NPC JR USA – Charleston, SC
Promoter: Tres Bennett
www.npcjrusa.com

JUNE 14-15, 2013
NPC JR NATIONALS – Chicago, IL
Promoter: Pam Betz
www.npcjrnationals.com

JULY 5-6, 2013
NPC TEAM UNIVERSE – Teaneck, NJ
Promoter: Steve Weinberger
www.bevfrancis.com/shows.html

JULY 19-20, 2013
NPC TEEN COLLEGIATE MASTERS NATIONALS – Pittsburgh, PA
Promoter: Dr. Gary Udit
www.garyudit.com

JULY 26-27, 2013
NPC USA – Las Vegas, NV
Promoter: Jon Lindsay
www.musclecontest.com

AUGUST 30–31, 2013
IFBB NORTH AMERICANS – Pittsburgh, PA
Promoter: Dr. Gary Udit
www.garyudit.com

NOVEMBER 22-23, 2013
NPC NATIONALS – Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Promoter: Steve Karel
www.nationalbodybuilding.com

Visit NPCNEWSONLINE.COM for compete event coverage and shows in your area.

 

Filed Under: News & Features, NPC

2012 Iowa IFBB Pro Bikini Results

November 19, 2012 by

Ashley Cronley LeBlanc capped off her rookie year with a win at the 2012 IFBB Iowa Pro. She’s consistently finished in the top spots in her pro shows since turning pro at the 2012 NPC USA Championships. Ashley edged out rookie Crystal Green by one point. Green wasted no time getting her feet as a pro, having won her class a week prior at the NPC Nationals. Rounding out the top three was Lacey DeLuca. Lacey has finished in the top three of each of her three pro shows. The consistent top five finishes accumulate into points for the Olympia Point Series.

iowa pro bikini

2012 Iowa IFBB Pro Bikini Results
1. Ashley Cronley LeBlanc
2. Crystal Green
3. Lacey DeLuca
4. Nicole Moneer-Guerrero
5. Gigi Amurao
6. Sandi Forsythe
7. Jennifer Chapman
8. Brittney Young
9. Michon Leddy
10. Cristina Liberatore

Visit Bodybuilding.com for photos.

Lead contest image via BBcom – Dan Ray.

Filed Under: Contest Results, IFBB

2012 IFBB Iowa Pro Bikini Preview

November 16, 2012 by

The 2012 IFBB Bikini Pro show will take place this weekend in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The show is the second-to-last on the 2012 IFBB Pro League schedule. The number of pros competing may not be large in numbers however it will be competitive with no clear cut favorite.

If you can correctly pick the top five in this line-up then you should go purchase lottery tickets immediately.

1. Gigi Amurao – Gigi was third in her pro debut at the Ft. Lauderdale Cup. She’ll look to be in the top five again to add to her Olympia point series total.

2. Jennifer Chapman – Jennifer will look to get back on track after two lackluster finishes. She has two second place pro finishes but coming off a 15th place finish at Houston. Look for her to be back in the hunt here.

3. Lacey DeLuca – Lacey is looking for her first pro win after two second place finishes as a pro. She’s always polished with her posing and presentation. She has to bring a tighter backside to lock in the top spot. If she does that here she could be your winner.

4. Sandi Forsythe – Sandi will be making her pro debut after graduating to the big leagues at the 2012 NPC USA. She’s one of the few blondes in the division and it will help her stand out in this line-up as silly as it sounds. If she brings a similar look and presentation to this show as she did at USAs, she’ll be  in the mix.

5. Crystal Green – Crystal Green is wasting no time jumping into the mix. Crystal won her class last week at the NPC Nationals and will test the waters in the pro league. Props to her for going right into this show, she’s in shape so why not. She has killer eyes (a good thing) and if she can captivate the judges with her physique she’ll be the dark horse to shake things up.

6. Michon Leddy – Michon is coming off an 8th place finish at the Ft. Lauderdale Pro and if she can crack the top five in this show it would be a successful outing.

7. Ashley LeBlanc – The crawdaddy hip-poppah is finding her grove on the pro stage. She’s ditched the painful looking twist in her posing and has fun on stage. Look for her to be in the mix for a top spot here.

8. Cristina Liberatore – Cristina will be competing for the first time as Mrs. Liberatore. Congrats on the marriage. We never really know which Cristina will show up. She’s always in shape it more an issue of being too conditioned and ditching the goofy poses, especially the duck lips. 🙂 She has the potential if she presents herself well.

9. Nicole Moneer – Nicole is riding the wave of being at the Sheru Classic. She was third there and was third at last year’s Iowa Pro. She continues to improve her physique for the Bikini division and if her booty it tight she could be a contender.

10. Brittney Young – Brittney is one of the taller competitors and if she can pose without being over the top she’ll catch the judges’ attention.

2012 IFBB Iowa Pro Competitor List:
1. Gigi Amurao
2. Jennifer Chapman
3. Lacey DeLuca
4. Sandi Forsythe
5. Crystal Green
6. Michon Leddy
7. Ashley LeBlanc
8. Cristina Liberatore
9. Nicole Moneer
10. Brittney Young

Prejudging is at noon on Saturday, November 17th. Finals will start at 7pm. A nice chance to sleep in for a show start time. For more information on the show and how to purchase tickets visit http://npcmidwest.com. The event will also feature the NPC Battle of Champions, a national qualifying show.

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LIVE Coverage from Atlanta: 2012 NPC Nationals

November 9, 2012 by

Follow all the action from the 2012 NPC Nationals here on Hardbody.com. If you’re on twitter, you can see the live updates via twitter.com/hardbodynews, twitter.com/MusclePhone, twitter.com/NPCnewsonline and twitter.com/RonAvidan. Joining in the coverage? Use the hashtag #NPCnationals for the event in all your tweets. You can see what everyone is tweet’n about with that tag by checking out hashtags.org/npcationals.

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2012 IFBB Kentucky Pro Figure Results

November 5, 2012 by

Ann Titone went into the Kentucky Pro Figure as one of the favorites and she delivered. The win is her second of the year and qualifies her for the 2013 Figure Olympia. Dana Ambrose finished in the runner-up position, in just her second pro show. Dana debuted in Houston last month and finished in third. She’s positioned herself as a contender early on as a pro. Bernita Stuckey finished in third and Vicki Counts was fourth. A bit of a surprise to some was Alicia Harris’ fifth place finish. Heading into the show many felt it would be between her and Titone.

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2012 IFBB Kentucky Pro Figure Results
1. Ann Titone
2. Dana Ambrose
3. Bernita Stuckey
4. Vicki Counts
5. Alicia Harris
6. Rosalind Vanterpool
7. Krista Dunn
8. Jessie Hilgenberg
9. Tiffany Procopio
10. Monica Labriola
11. Tivisay Briceno
12. Tara Hollingsworth
13. Chikondi Mseka
14. Elisha Archibold
15. Daphne Bascom
16. Paula Frega
16. Simone Mack

There’s one more show left for the IFBB Figure Pros. That will take place in Miami on December 8th. View photos from the Kentucky Pro on NPCnewsonline.com.

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2012 IFBB Sacramento Pro Bikini Results & Report

November 3, 2012 by

As expected Amanda Latona repeated as the IFBB Sacramento Pro Bikini Champion. Amanda won this show last year & in a similar finish, Tawna Eubanks took home second. The surprise to many in attendance was third through fifth. After prejudging it looked like Tiffany Boydston was in second or third. She finished in fifth. It was a justifiable spot & one that still gives Tiffany a point towards her Olympia Point Series total.

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Taking third was Jessica Arevalo, the highest finish in her young pro career. Jessica won the tie breaker which sent Ashley LeBlanc to fourth. Ashley continues to finish in the top five since turning pro this summer at the NPC USA Championships.

IFBB Sacramento Pro Bikini Results:
1. Amanda Latona
2. Tawna Eubanks
3. Jessica Arevalo
4. Ashley LeBlanc
5. Tiffany Marie Boydston
6. Noy Alexander
7. Janelle Saitone-McGuire
8. Maureen Doherty
9. Theresa Bryne
10. Betheny Jordan

Check out photos from the show on NPCnewsonline.com, Bodybuilding.com and MuscularDevelopment.com.

Filed Under: Contest Results, IFBB

2012 IFBB Pro Sacramento Pro Bikini Prejudging Report

November 3, 2012 by

The 2012 IFBB Sacramento Pro Bikini prejudging has concluded and it looks like Amanda Latona will be your winner. She’s coming off a win at the 2012 Border States last week and certainly every bit as good this week. Amanda won this show last year and if things go as most see it from prejudging, she’ll hold onto her title. Posing it out for second and third are Tawn Eubanks and Tiffay Marie Boydston. They look to have a lock on the top three spots but who will finish where is a toss up.

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2012 IFBB Pro Sacramento Pro Bikini Prejudging Report

1. Noy Alexander – Noy is one of the shorter competitors on the stage but more than holds her own. She could have been a tiny bit tighter in the glutes but overall this was an impressive showing for her. I’d have her in my top five but it doesn’t look like the judges agree

2. Jessica Arevalo – Jessica brought an improved stage presence and we finally saw her rock the bikini body with confidence. Her physique continues to refine and overall her best showing. It looks like she will be in about the fourth place spot. I’d like to see her ditch the legs crossed pose as it tends to make her hips look a bit wider than what they are.

3. Tiffany Marie Boydston – Tiffany will be in the top three spots however I wouldn’t have her that high and here’s why. She certainly has fun and smiles on stage, which is great when presenting a confident look on stage. I feel she’s a bit too lean up top and I’d like to see a bit more muscle. I don’t like to see ribs sticking out. I also wasn’t a fan of the sparkly blue eyeshadow that matched her suit. The judges like the look she brings to the stage so it certainly works for her. She’ll be second or third tonight.

4. Theresa Byrne – Theresa was one of the first crew of women to turn pro in Bikini and the look has evolved a bit over the years. Theresa was in great shape, nice condition but had a bit too much muscle for what the judges look for. I like her look though and the only thing I wasn’t a fan of was the bright red lipstick that matched her suit. If she continues to compete she’ll need to shed some muscle.

5. Maureen Doherty – Maureen has a physique with long, lean lines and most women would kill to have it. She presents with a bit of a scared or timid look to her and needs to channel a bit more energy to her posing. I wasn’t a big fan of the sparkly blue eyeshadow that matched her suit.

6. Tawna Eubanks – Tawna has a smile that will light up a room. As one of the few blondes in the pro ranks she continues to hold her own on the Sacramento stage. She was second here last year to Amanda Latona and it’s how I see it going down again tonight. She doesn’t carry a ton of muscle but has a nice conditioned physique. Tawna definitely a healthy bikini body that will motivate women.

7. Betheny Jordan – Betheny was a late entry to the line-up. She turned pro at the 2012 NPC USAs by winning her class. She needed a bit more posing oil on her body and could have been a touch tighter with her conditioning. At this level of competition sometimes it’s splitting hairs. She has a nice look and if she comes in just a bit tighter in the legs she’ll move up.

8. Amanda Latona – Amanda knows how to own the stage. She walks out with confidence and you can’t help but be captivated. She has one of the best booties, if not thee best, in the IFBB Bikini division. The look she brought to the stage was one of the better ones we’ve seen. It looked full, hydrated and healthy. My only criticism would be a couple awkward looking poses she hit. I wasn’t a fan of those poses as it looked uncomfortable. That aside she was on point and will be your winner again, at least in my opinion.

9. Ashley LeBlanc – Ashley has a blast on stage and exudes a positive, happy vibe. If she’s not having fun she does a great job of faking it. She was a little lean up top and we could see vascularity in her shoulders. She has a nice look and improved her posing so there were not snapped hips. I’d have her in the top five tonight.

10. Janelle Saitone-McGuire – Janelle has a great bikini model look and continues to improve on stage. She’s poised and polished. The only thing she’ll need to improve is her size. She’s a little lean up top and but her lower body is great. If she can fill out just a bit I think she’ll improve. I’d have her higher than she’ll likely finish tonight.

Call-outs:
• 1st Call-out: Noy Alexander,Tiffany Boydston, Tawna Eubanks, Amanda Latona, Ashley LeBlanc
– Jessica Arevalo added to this group.
• 2nd Call-out: Janelle Saitoine-McGuire, Betheny Jordan, Thersa Bryne, Maureen Doherty
• 3rd Call-out: Jessica Averalo, Noy Alexander, Ashley LeBlanc, Janelle Saitone-McGuire
• 4th Call-out:Tawna Eubanks, Amanda Latona, Tiffany Marie Boydston, Jessica Arevalo

How I think it will go tonight.
1. Amanda Latona
2. Tawna Eubanks
3. Tiffany Marie Boydston
4. Jessica Averalo
5. Ashley LeBlanc

Photos available on Musculardevelopment.com and NPCnewsonline.com. Finals will begin at 6pm. Follow the action on twitter with #SACPRO as the hashtag.

 

Filed Under: IFBB, News & Features

2012 NPC Eastern USA Championships Rescheduled

November 1, 2012 by

The 2012 NPC Eastern USA Championships scheduled to take place on November 3, 2012 has been rescheduled to November 18. Due to hurricane Sandy the show had to be rescheduled despite the promoters best efforts to hold the show this weekend.

 

2012 easterns rescheduled


ANNOUNCEMENT:
via npcnewsonline.com

Despite our best efforts, we are unable to hold the Eastern USA Championships on November 3. But the SHOW WILL GO ON. The event has been RESCHEDULED for SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18 at the Tribecca Performing Arts Center (same location).

For details keep checking www.bevfrancis.com

Downtown New York City has suffered unprecedented damage from Hurricane Sandy and the Tribecca Performing Arts Center is closed for repairs. The damaged venue along with the persistent transportation shut downs and delays makes it unfeasible to hold a contest on November 3 that would meet the high standard of the Eastern USA.

So on November 18, we will deliver top-notch venue, extraordinary staff, expert judging, and unrivaled competition you’ve come to expect the NPC New York. Along with something more!

Rescheduling the contest has allowed us to add a one-time special event: THE NEW YORK PRO SEMINAR featuring Mr. Olympia Phil Heath. Immediately following the Eastern USA pre-judging, Heath will be on stage to discuss training, nutrition, supplements, and even answer questions from the audience!

If that isn’t enough, joining Mr. Olympia on stage will be Pro Figure star Ava Cowan, Bikini Champion India Paulino, 3x Olympia 202 Champion Kevin English, Team Bombshell’s Shannon Dey, and IFBB Pros Juan Morel, Marco Rivera, Jon De La Rosa, & more!

We appreciate your understanding and continued support and we hope to see you on November 18!

STEVE & BEV

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