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Hardbody Inispirational & Motivational Photos: Libby DiBiase

December 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Crossfit Athlete Libby DiBiase is undoubtedly a HARDBODY. We recently followed her as she knocked out a Crossfit workout and talk about intense! In the days/weeks ahead we’ll be sharing inspirational photos and motivational quotes like these with Libby. Thanks to Libby for helping us kick things off with these images from CrossFit Omaha. Libby is a sponsored Reebok Crossfit athlete and member of Team Gaspari Nutrition.

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Check out our interview with Libby to learn more about her. Oh ya and she’s a mother of an adorable son, so for all the mothers out there wondering if you can be a hardbody… wonder no more. YES! YOU CAN. Follow Libby on twitter and check out what she’s up to on facebook. Photos by LIFTstudios.com shot during actual Crossfit Training.

Filed Under: I'M A HARDBODY, News & Features

Results: IFBB Pro World Bikini Championships

December 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

IFBB Bikini Pro, India Paulino keeps hip-popp’n her way to the top. The sassy Floridian notched another pro win to her bikini belt at the 2012 IFBB Pro Wold Championships held in Miami, Florida. India won in unanimous fashion, at least on the judges’ score sheets, over a competitive line-up.

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Second place went to Lacey DeLuca who edged out new-comer Yarelis Gonzales by two points. Personally, I had Yarelis winning the show. She was the most relaxed, confident and poised on stage during the pre-judging rounds. She also had nice balance of being tight and toned. Lacey presented in a polished manner and many people often comment on her nice hair. I wouldn’t place her as high she does simply because of her lower half. I’d like to see a much tighter backside to finish in the top spots. Just my opinion and the judges obviously see things differently than me. It’s no knock on Lacey and a second place finish in this line-up is an accomplishment for her. The always classy Yeshaira finished in fourth. I would have had her in the top three but she’s had an impressive 2012 season and is consistently a threat to the top spots. Rounding out the top five was Aly Veneno in her pro debut. Aly could continue to be in the mix of each show if she shows up in similar fashion. Monique Gantt was just outside the top five and presented her best look as a pro to date.

Visit Bodybuilding.com for photos.

IFBB Pro World Bikini Results:
1. India Paulino
2. Lacey DeLuca
3. Yarelis Gonzalez
4. Yeshaira Robles
5. Aly Veneno
6. Monique Gantt
7. Gigi Amurao
8. Ashley Wade
9. Talia Terese
10. Nicole Moneer-Guerrero
11. Nikola Weiterova
12. Janet West
13. Brittney Young
14. Stefanie Bambrough
15. Jessica Fletcher
16. Adrienne Crenshaw
16. Bernadett Matassa
16. Jennifer Dawn
16. Maria Annunziata
16. Trina Goosby

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All She Does Is Win-Win-Win, Natalie Planes wins in Miami

December 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Heading into the final IFBB Fitness show of the year not many (if any) pundits were talking about Natalie Planes. Natalie flew under the radar heading into the IFBB Pro World Championships (her pro debut) but made her presence immediately known during the Fitness Routines. She was fourth heading into the routine round and won in convincing fashion on the judges’ score sheets. The routines count for 2/3 of the overall score and a solid routine propelled Natalie to her first win, in her first pro show. Natalie won the 2012 NPC Atlantic States and Team Universe before heading into this show.

natalie planes fitness

Whitney Jones brought an improved physique to the stage and tied for second in the routine round, locked up a second place finish. Ryall Graber-Vasani, who many thought could win the show, had to settle for third. She was the unamious winner in the physique round but the judges didn’t favor her in the routine rounds which dropped her down to third. Fiona Harris was another contender who many thought could win the show but again the routine round plagued the Canadian and kept her out of the top spots.

Visit Bodybuilding.com for photos.

2012 IFBB Pro World Fitness Results:
1. Natalie Planes
2. Whitney Jones
3. Ryall Graber-Vasani
4. Diana Montiero
5. Fiona Harris
6. Nikki Venzara
7. Amanda Hatfield
8. Debbie Fowler
9. Jennifer Bishop-Kernaghan

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Candice Lewis Wins a Record-Tieing Fifth Show

December 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Candice Lewis’ win at the 2012 IFBB Pro World Figure Championships puts her in elite company. The win in Miami over the weekend ties her for the most pro wins in one year, a record held by Erin Stern and Nicole Wilkins. Lewis started her 2012 season in May at the Pittsburgh Pro. She finished in 7th place there but since that time she’s been on a roll. Aside from the Olympia (where she also placed 7th) she has yet to lose a show. A pretty impressive feat for someone who has only been pro for little more than one year.

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Rookie Kamla Macko was nipping at her heels but had to settle for second place, the third runner-up finish in her pro career. Kamla achieved IFBB pro status at the 2012 USAs and has finished in the top five in each of her four pro shows. Rounding out the top three was another rookie on fire, Dana Ambrose. Dana turned pro in June, at the 2012 NPC JR Nationals, and since that time has notched three top three finishes. She was third in her pro debut in Houston, second in Kentucky and then third again here. Look for her to be on the Olympia stage in 2013 if she continues to stay consistent.

Visit Bodybuilding.com for photos.

2012 IFBB Pro World Championships Results:
1. Candice Lewis
2. Kamla Macko
3. Dana Ambrose
4. Elisha Archibold
5. Dawn Fernandez
6. Kenyatta Jones-Arietta
7. Krista Dunn
8. Maria Jose Garcia
9. Agnese Russo
10. Satrice Rigsby
11. Kim Seeley
12. Monica Labriola
13. Heather Grace
14. Jennifer DeJoya
15. Paula Frega
16. Amanda Marinelli
16. Marie Pierre Ripert

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2012 IFBB Masters Olympia Weekend – Competitor Lists

December 3, 2012 by 2 Comments

This weekend marks the final competition on the 2012 IFBB Pro League schedule. The Master’s Olympia returns to the men’s bodybuilding competition and the pro women will compete in Bikini, Fitness and Figure. The Master’s portion is only for the men’s bodybuilding, the women’s portion is open to all IFBB Pros. We’ll see a few rookie debuts along with seasoned veterans this weekend in Miami.

 

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Below are the competitor lists for this weekend’s competition. Visit http://www.jarkasgym.com/wtol.html for tickets, event information and how you can watch the show via webcast.

2012 IFBB MASTERS OLYMPIA – MEN’S BODYBUILDING
Sean Allan – Matawan, New Jersey
Troy Alves – Glendale, Arizona
Mark Antonek – Wesley Chapel, Florida
Lee Apperson – Daytona Beach, Florida
Lee Banks – Jacksonville, Florida
Robert Belisle – Edmonton, Ontario, Canada
Alberto Bistocchi – Milano, Italy
Andreas Cahling – Oceanside, California
Gianluca Catapano – Benevento, Italy
Darrem Charles – Trinidad
Constantinos Demetriou – Australia
Jerome Ferguson – Venice, California
Toney Freeman – Canton, Georgia
James Hampton – Acworth, Georgia
Ralf Herget – Hanau, Germany
Timo Honkala – Finland
Dexter Jackson – Jacksonville, Florida
Tricky Jackson – Louisville, Kentucky
Dennis James – Peoria, Arizona
Jocelyn Jean – Boca Raton, Florida
Michael Kefalianos – Australia
Marc Lavoie – Quebec, Canada
Rod Ketchens – Sioux City, Iowa
David Marinelli – Palm City, Florida
Edward Nunn – Anderson, Indiana
Ronny Rockel – Germany
Chuck Sanow – Chicago, Illinois
Bill Scarnaty – Woodridge, New Jersey
Sergey Shelestov – Moscow, Russia
Bill Wilmore – Hollywood, Florida
Nathan Wonsley – Tampa, Florida
Bud Woodruff – Stuart, Florida

2012 IFBB MIAMI PRO FITNESS
Jennifer Bishop – Jupiter, Florida
Debbie Fowler – Fort Worth, Texas
Fiona Harris – Ontario, Canada
Amanda Hatfield – Brunswick, Ohio
Whitney Jones – Chandler, Arizona
Diana Montiero – Brasil
Natalie Planes – Elmhurst, New York
Nikki Venzara – Orlando, Florida

2012 IFBB MIAMI PRO FIGURE
Dana Ambrose – Houston, Texas
Elisha Archibold – Arlington, Virginia
Jennifer DeJoya – North Hollywood, California
Krista Dunn – Broomfield, Colorado
Dawn Fernandez – Peoria, Arizona
Paula Frega – Argentina
Maria Garcia – Spain
Heather Grace – Denver, Colorado
Kenyatta Jones Arietta – Tappan, New York
Monica Labriola – Medina, Ohio
Candice Lewis – Chandler, Arizona
Kamla Macko – Brandon, Florida
Amanda Marinelli – Palm City, Florida
Satrice Rigsby – Baltimore, Maryland
Marie Pierre Ripert – France
Agnese Russo – Venezia, Italy
Kim Seeley – Lees Summit, Missouri

2012 IFBB MIAMI PRO BIKINI
Gigi Amurao – Edgewater, New Jersey
Maria Annunziata – Wellington, Florida
Stephanie Bambrough – Miami, Florida
Adrienne Crenshaw – Spring, Texas
Jennifer Dawn – Frisco, Texas
Lacey DeLuca – Ocala, Florida
Jessica Fletcher – Miami Beach, Florida
Monique Gantt – Metairie, Louisiana
Yarelis Gonzalez – Cuba
Trina Goosby – West Palm Beach, Florida
Amanda Johnston – Alberta, Canada
Bernadetta Matassa – Hungary
Nicole Moneer – Schaumburg, Illinois
India Paulino – Pembroke Pines, Florida
Alessandra Pinheiro – Brasil
Yeshaira Robles – Bronx, New York
Talia Terese – Vallejo, California
Ashley Wade – Orlando, Florida
Nikola Weiterova – Bratislava, Slovakia
Janet Lynn West – Endicott City, Maryland
Brittney Young – Atlanta, Georgia

CONTACT:
Jarka Lorie Schneider
The Jarka’s Productions, INC
www.jarkasproductions.com
www.masterolympia.com

Filed Under: IFBB

Yoko Ono Reveals John Lennon Inspired Clothing Line

November 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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.

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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: , , ,

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

November 28, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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.

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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

NPC Athletes of the Month – August

November 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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.

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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 Leave a Comment

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.

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2013 NPC National Contest Schedule – Dates Announced

November 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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.

 

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2012 Iowa IFBB Pro Bikini Results

November 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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.

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2012 IFBB Iowa Pro Bikini Preview

November 16, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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 Leave a Comment

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.

2012 NPC Nationals



Get complete photographic coverage on Bodybuilding.com, NPCNEWSonline.com and FLEXonline.com throughout the weekend. If you’re a competitor looking for stage photos download the order form and/or purchase prints here.

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2012 IFBB Kentucky Pro Figure Results

November 5, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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.

kentucky pro results

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.

lead photo via npcnewsonline

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2012 IFBB Pro Sacramento Pro Bikini Prejudging Report

November 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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.

Sacramento Pro Bikini

The HARDBODY 411
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.

 

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2012 NPC Eastern USA Championships Rescheduled

November 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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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2012 IFBB Kentucky Pro Muscle Figure Preview

October 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The 2012 Kentucky Muscle Pro is the second to last Pro Figure show of the year. Currently, there are 17 women looking to leave Louisville with an Olympia qualification. Only one will do so and four others will collect points in the Olympia Point Series. The show doesn’t have many “big names” so to speak which will make it a bit more interesting for fans to follow. There are a few likely favorites heading into the show and ones to watch in the mix for a top spot.

kentucky muscle

 

Look for Alicia Harris to be the one to beat if she’s in the condition we know she’s capable of achieving. She’s coming off a 4th place finish at the Ft. Lauderdale Cup and has the tendency to do better at the end of the year. She’ll likely be challenged by Ann Titone for the top spot. Ann is coming off a 12th place finish at the Olympia, one spot behind… you guessed it Alicia Harris. Aside from the Olympia, Ann finished in the top five in each of the shows she competed in this year. She took home her first win at the Tampa Pro and if she brings that look to the stage in Kentucky, she could leave the winner. Look for Dana Ambrose to hang in the top spots again after her pro debut in Houston where she finished in third. Krista Dunn will look to move up into the top five after a respectable 9th place finish at her debut in Florida earlier this month. Jessie Hilgenberg will be making her pro debut after achieving pro status at the 2012 NPC USAs. Simone Mack was 15th at the Ft. Lauderdale Cup but look for her to move up at this show and make a run for the top five. Another likely contender for the top spots is Chikondi Mseka. She was fifth at this show last year and has the potential to be in the mix once again.

My dark horse pick to shake things up in the top five is Monica Labriola. She put together an impressive run in the NPC before turning pro at the 2012 North Americans. She’ll be one of the shorter competitors on stage but has tremendous shape and could be in the top spots her first time out. Keep an eye on her to be in the mix.

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

This show is held in conjunction with the NPC Kentucky Muscle, which tends to have a large turn out. In years past this show runs long and it could be a tiring day depending on how the show is scheduled. Those of you contributing via twitter use #KentuckyMuscle as the hashtag for show coverage.

WHEN: Saturday, November 3, 2012
WHERE: Kentucky International Convention Center
TIME: Prejudging – 10am – Finals- 7pm

 For more information visit: kentuckymuscle.com

 

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2012 IFBB Sacramento Pro Bikini Preview

October 30, 2012 by 1 Comment

This weekend in Sacramento, California marks one of the final shows for the IFBB Pro Bikini division. Surprisingly, there are only 9 women entered in the show. Despite the low numbers it won’t stop the top spots from being competitive. Amanda Latona is coming off a win at the Border States and will look to collect her second win in a row. She’ll square off against a number of the women she faced in San Diego last week and has to be the favorite in the show.

sacramento pro bikini
Amanda went back to what worked last week and it paid off. No wild hair and odd posing like we saw at the Olympia. If Amanda brings the same look to Sacramento she’ll leave the champ once again. She won this show last year and is the one to beat again this year. Tiffany Marie Boydston was in the runner-up position to Amanda and if she can repeat that it will be a win for her. She’s one of the smaller competitors in the line-up and has a look the judges reward. She’ll face a different panel of judges this weekend so we’ll have to see how they place her.  Tawna Eubanks found success on this stage last year when she finished second to Amanda Latona. Don’t be surprised if she is in a similar spot again this year.

Noy Alexander has been competing pretty much all year and shows that when you don’t fall off your nutrition plan you can consistently stay in shape. I like her physique and the look she brings to the stage. She was a bit better in San Diego than she was in Houston and look for her to be in the hunt. Jessica Arevalo continues to improve her stage presence and when she takes the stage with confidence she shines. Look for her to hold her own if she’s able to put the nerves aside and exude the confidence that earned her pro status. It’s been about a year since Theresa Bryne was on stage. She’s only competed in a couple of shows since turning pro so it will be a coin flip on what we’ll see her bring to the stage this weekend. Ashley LeBlanc has a fourth and a fifth place finish to her credit since turning pro at the 2012 NPC USAs. If she can repeat the top five finish again, she’ll add to her Olympia Point Series total. Janelle-Saitone-McGuire has classy stage presence and continues to improve. She doesn’t have the same amount of muscle as some of the other women in this line-up but should be in the mix. Maureen Doherty rounds out the line-up and will look to improve her placing in this her third pro show.

2012 IFBB Sacramento Pro Bikini:
1. Noy Alexander
2. Jessica Arevalo
3. Tiffany Marie Boydston
4. Theresa Byrne
5. Maureen Doherty
6. Tawna Eubanks
7. Amanda Latona
8. Ashley LeBlanc
9. Janelle Saitone-McGuire

The competition is held in conjunction with the NPC Sacramento which looks to have over 300 competitors. This show is often a launching pad for competitors heading into the NPC Nationals next week. We’ve seen a number of women do well in Sacramento and go on to achieve pro status at the Nationals. One added benefit of doing this show is getting in front of Sandy Williamson who is the head judge of the IFBB Pro women’s division. As a NPC competitor you can get valuable feedback on what works and what doesn’t in order to make it on the next level.

WHEN: Saturday, November 3, 2012
WHERE: Crest Theater – 1013 K Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
TIME: Prejudging – 9am – Finals 6PM

More information on tickets and the show visit: spectrumfitnessproductions.com

We’ll be in attendance for this show and using the hashtag #SACPRO for live twitter coverage. Good luck ladies and see you in Sacramento!

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2012 IFBB Border States Bikini Results & Photos

October 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Amanda Latona found herself back in the winner’s circle once again in San Diego over the weekend. This was Amanda’s third show of the year but first win. The win qualifies her for the 2013 Bikini Olympia. She wisely returned to the Amanda of “old” – meaning she brought back the polished look judges and fans have come to expect from the cover girl. Finish in second was Tiffany Boydston and rounding out the top three was Stacey Alexander.

 

Amanda Latona Border States
The second through fifth place finishers pick up points towards the 2013 Bikini Olympia and with just two shows left in the calendar year, look for a number of the same women to be entering the remaining shows.

Noy Alexander bounced back into the top five after an 11th place finish earlier this month at the Houston Pro. Ashley Cronley LeBlanc finished in the top five once again. This just her second pro show she’s been in the top five at both shows. If she continues to stay consistently in the top five she could find herself in the mix for an Olympia birth via the Point Series.

Check out Photos from the show here.

2012 IFBB Border States Bikini Results
Place / Name / Points
1. Amanda Latona 3
2. Tiffany Marie Boydston 6
3. Stacey Alexander 9
4. Noy Alexander 12
5. Ashley Cronley LeBlanc 15
6. Taylor Matheny 18
7. Jessica Arevalo 23
8. Anna Larsson 24
9. Janelle Saitone-McGuire 27
10. Maureen Doherty 30
11. Jennifer Dietrick 33
12. Diana Harbort 35

There was also a large NPC show that took place with the pro show. For more coverage on that visit bodybuilding.com.

 

 

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IFBB Prague Pro Bikini Results

October 27, 2012 by 1 Comment

The IFBB Evl’s Prague Pro Bikini results are in and the winner wasn’t much of a surprise. Canada’s Justine Munro leaves the Czech Republic with another victory, a check for $7,000 and an Olympia qualification. As mentioned in the Hardbody preview, dark horse Anna Virmajoki gave her a run for her money and finished in the second place spot, a great finish in her pro debut. Rounding out the top three was Noemi Olah from Hungary. Last week’s British Grand Prix winner, Michelle Brannan slipped to fifth and Nikola Weiterova moved into fourth. The American field of women failed to crack the top 6.

munro prague results bikini

2012 IFBB Evl’s Prague Pro Bikini Results:
1. Justine Munro
2. Anna Virmajoki
3. Noemi Olah
4. Nikola Weiterova
5. Michelle Brannan
6. Tanja Canc
7. Talia Terese
8. Gemmalyn Crosby
9. Dianna Graham
10. Andrea Hertlein
11. Casey Lee Trailer
12. Figen Ozdemir
13. Ronnie Blewitt

2012 IFBB Evl’s Prague Pro Bikini Prize Money
· 1st place – $7,000
· 2nd place – $4,000
· 3rd place – $2,500
· 4th place – $2,000
· 5th place – $1,500
· 6th place – $1,000
· 7th to 10th place – $500 each

Photos available on NPCnewsonline.com and MuscularDevelopment.com.

 

 

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Lolo Jones Makes the US National Bobsled Team

October 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Lolo Jones was America’s sweetheart heading into the London Olympics despite others having faster times in the 100m Hurdles. Now the track star is trying her hand at the U.S. Bobsled team. Whodda thunk?  She joins a team with a mix of veterans and rookies; she’s not the only female Olympic athlete on the roster. Olympians Tianna Madison and Emily Azevedo were also named to the national team. When’s the last time the Bobsled received this much attention? It’s likely been 20 years, when NFL football star Hershel Walker earned a spot on the 1992 Olympic team.

Lolo Jones Bobsled


PRESS RELEASE
U.S. national bobsled team named
LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (Oct. 25, 2012) – The 2012-2013 national bobsled team is composed of a diverse roster of powerful and determined athletes who are eager to carry the momentum from last season’s success into the upcoming World Cup circuit.

This season’s women’s bobsled team is a mix of rookies and veterans. Elana Meyers (Douglasville, Ga.) received a bye onto the team for her World Championship bronze medal performance last season and will pilot USA I. Jamie Greubel (Newtown, Pa.) won both selection races to earn her position as pilot of USA II, while Jazmine Fenlator (Wayne, N.J.) was named to USA III in her third season as a driver.

The six women’s bobsled push athletes named to the national team includes: World Indoor Champion and American record holder 100-meter hurdler Lolo Jones (Des Moines, Iowa), 4×100-meter relay Olympic gold medalist Tianna Madison (Elyria, Ohio), 2010 Olympian Emily Azevedo (Chico, Calif.), World Championship medalist Katie Eberling (Palos Hills, Ill.), current Lake Placid start record holder Aja Evans (Chicago, Ill.), and former University of California at Berkeley track athlete Cherrelle Garrett (Hayward, Calif.).

Reigning World Champion Steven Holcomb (Park City, Utah) will once again drive the men’s team USA I sled. National Guardsman Nick Cunningham (Monterey, Calif.) earned his position at the helm of USA II after sweeping team selection races, while Cory Butner (Yucaipa, Calif.) will pilot USA III.

The pool of men’s bobsled push athletes is one of the strongest yet. The selection features Holcomb’s world championship push crew of Steve Langton (Melrose, Mass.), Justin Olsen (San Antonio, Texas) and Curt Tomasevicz (Shelby, Neb.). The remaining nine athletes named to the team includes veterans Adam Clark (Owenton, Ky.), Johnny Quinn (McKinney, Texas), Chuck Berkeley (Walnut Creek, Calif.), Laszlo Vandracsek (Phoenix, Ariz.), Chris Fogt (Alpine, Utah), Dallas Robinson (Georgetown, Ky.), Jesse Beckom (Chicago, Ill.) and rookies Andreas Drbal (Belmont, Calif.) and Nic Taylor (Hayward, Calif.).

The skeleton national team will be named following the final selection race on Nov. 1. The World Cup tour kicks off in Lake Placid, N.Y. from Nov. 8-10.

About the U.S. Bobsled and Skeleton Federation
The United States Bobsled and Skeleton Federation, based in Lake Placid, N.Y., is the national governing body for the sports of bobsled and skeleton in the United States. The USBSF would like to thank its sponsors, suppliers and contributors for their support: BMW of North America, Under Armour, United States National Guard, Kampgrounds of America, Vivat!, Global Forwarding, KBC Helmets, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Autism Speaks, Park City Lodging, EDAS/Ripxx, UberSense, Tesa Tape and Ferris Mfg. Corp. For more information, please visit the USBSF website at http://bobsled.teamusa.org.

Filed Under: News & Features, Olympics

Arnold Sports Festival To Celebrate 25th Anniversary in 2013

October 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The Arnold Sports Festival will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2013. Th Sports Festival has grown over the years and features more than 45 sports and events, including 12 Olympic events. Over 175,000 fans are expected to attend and over 700 booths will be featured once again as partof the Arnold Fitness Expo. Mark your calendars for February 28 – March 3, 2013 for the 25th Anniversary of the Arnold Sports Festival.

 

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PRESS RELEASE:

Arnold Sports Festival To Celebrate 25th Anniversary in 2013
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Arnold Sports Festival and the world-renowned Arnold Classic will celebrate its 25th Anniversary when the fitness celebration is held Feb. 28-March 3 in Columbus, Ohio.

The Arnold Sports Festival will again attract 175,000 sports and fitness fans to watch 18,000 athletes compete in more than 45 sports and events, including 12 Olympic events.

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jim Lorimer have co-produced the Weekend since 1989, when it debuted as a one-day bodybuilding competition known as the Arnold Classic. The Arnold Sports Festival has steadily grown over the years to where it is now a four-day festival that features a variety of sports. Included are professional and amateur bodybuilding competitions, weightlifting, powerlifting and Strongman as well as a complete lineup of youth sports that include gymnastics, cheerleading and dance, fencing, martial arts and many others.

The Arnold Fitness EXPO will again feature 700 booths of the latest in sports equipment, apparel and nutrition and a stage that hosts unique, non-stop competitions and entertainment that combine to make the Arnold Fitness EXPO a leading highlight of the Arnold Sports Festival. The EXPO is open March 1-3.

Among the new events in 2013 are the Arnold Scottish Highland Games, which will feature top professionals in events such as Tossing the Caber, Putting the Stone and Throwing the Hammer. Scottish Music and Highland Dancing will also be featured. The event will be held March 3 at the Columbus Commons.

Olympic sports in which youth compete and Olympians and hopefuls appear include archery, boxing, fencing, gymnastics, judo, running, table tennis, tae kwon do, track & field, weightlifting and wrestling.

Arnold Sports Festival
Dates: Feb. 28-March 3, 2013.

Locations: Greater Columbus Convention Center (400 N. High St.), Veterans Memorial (300 W. Broad St.), Lifestyle Communities Pavilion (405 Neil Ave.), Columbus Commons (160 S. High St.) Hilton Columbus Downtown (401 N. High St.), The Ohio State University French Field House (460 Woody Hayes Dr), Jerome Schottenstein Center (555 Borror Dr.) and Hyatt Regency Columbus (350 N. High St.).

Hours: Thursday 6-11 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

EXPO hours: Friday 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission: A daily EXPO ticket ($10 in advance plus service charges, $15 at door) includes admission to most events and the Arnold Fitness EXPO. Professional and amateur bodybuilding events and the Arnold Champions & Legends Sunday Morning Showcase at the Hilton Columbus Downtown, the Amateur MMA Festival and the Arnold Party With The Pros at Lifestyle Communities Pavilion require a separate ticket. Arnold VIP Ticket Packages are available for $600 & $350 and include a variety of exclusive benefits and premium seating to many events.

Web: www.arnoldsportsfestival.com

Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com/arnold or 800-745-3000.

 

Filed Under: News & Features

Lolo Jones Off to Strong Start in U.S. Bobsled

October 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Lolo Jones was one of the United States’ Olympic hopefuls in track and field. Lolo came up short and failed to medal but that didn’t stop America from wanting more of Miss Jones. Now the track star is testing thing in the bobsled event. Check out the story below.

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LAKE PLACID, N.Y.– Olympic hurdler Lolo Jones has posted an impressive start at the U.S. bobsled team selection races.

Seeking a push-athlete spot, Jones and pilot Jazmine Fenlator finished second in the opening night of selection races Saturday, their combined two-run time of 1 minute, 57.01 seconds just 0.05 seconds behind Jamie Greubel and Aja Evans (1:56.96). It was Jones’ competitive bobsled debut.

Greubel and Evans set a track push record of 5.43 seconds. Evans won the national push championships earlier this season.

Nick Cunningham and Johnny Quinn (1:54.51) won the first series of two-man races, followed by Cory Butner and Jesse Beckom (1:54.58) and Codie Bascue and Nic Taylor (1:55.04).

Veteran pilots Steven Holcomb and Elana Meyers have byes onto the national team.

Jones was among a group of U.S. track Olympians who were invited to the bobsled team’s push championships by coach Todd Hays last month, a decision Hays said was designed for them to “share their Olympics experiences with our athletes and to help boost team morale.”

It also was a bit of a recruiting ploy. Bobsled coaches have long tried to lure athletes from the track world, noting that their combination of speed and explosiveness is perfect for sliding.

And it might be working again. Jones and Fenlator were the leaders after the first run of the competition, and Jones suddenly is finding herself in a sled that might be in contention for a World Cup team spot.

“I’m just trying to take it all in,” Jones said. “It’s a new sport for me and there’s a ton of room for improvement. … I’m coming in here trying to learn everything quickly. I’m looking forward to fixing some things and hammering it out.”

Greubel and Evans rallied in their second run, continuing a breakthrough few days for Evans. Saturday’s competition was only her third time on the ice at Mount Van Hoevenberg.

Bree Schaaf and Emily Azevedo were third in the women’s race on Saturday night, finishing in 1:57.80.

In the men’s competition, even with Holcomb having a bye, the top three sleds were separated by only 0.53 seconds, which U.S. coach Brian Shimer said is a testament to the overall depth of the program right now.

“Every single day is race day with these guys,” Cunningham said.

Skeleton team races begin on Tuesday. Bobsled races continue Friday night, with the announcement of the national team to follow.

Story via Associated Press
Image via news.com.au

Filed Under: News & Features, Olympics

Ali Rosen’s Shoulder Workout

October 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Thanks to Bodybuilding.com’s featured content you can find out how IFBB Bikini Pro Ali Rosen shapes her shoulders. In this video she shares her shoulder workout and tips on how to cap your delts. It will help you enhance your physique and make your waist look slimmer.

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I follow this workout in the off-season and during IFBB Bikini competition season. It contains a warm-up, four supersets, and one straight set. You’ve got seven superb exercises to round your deltoids and help build some sexy shoulder muscle. Let’s get started!

Get Ali Rosen’s complete shoulder workout here.

Filed Under: News & Features, TRAINING

2012 IFBB Border States Pro Bikini Competitor List & Preview

October 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment

While twelve IFBB Pro Bikini competitors will be competing in Prague this weekend, another twelve will be stepping on stage half way across the world in San Diego, California. The line-up is fairly competitive and one woman will leave with a 2013 Olympia qualification and four others picking up points towards an Olympia invite. This will be Jon Lindsay’s second to last show of the year and sure to be a great one. The NPC Border State Classic is a National Qualifying event and held in conjunction with the IFBB Pro Bikini competition.

 

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The Hardbody 411:
The odds-on favorite has to be Amanda Latona to take home top honors. She’s a seasoned veteran to the stage and if she goes back to what works for her in the past she’ll leave the winner. At the Olympia, Amanda switched up her posing and her hair. It may seem like two silly points but when you’re splitting hairs on who wins and who doesn’t the details matter. Noy Alexander has a rock’n Hardbody and while one of the shorter competitors she should match up well next to the others in this line-up. Stacey Alexander always seems to fair a bit better in California than some of the other shows. Look for her to be in the hunt for the top spots. I like the potential of Jessica Arevalo. If she brings a confident, poised presentation to the stage she could catch some other ladies sleeping and move up into the mix. Ashley LeBlanc had a solid debut in Houston and will look to be in the top spots again here. The only thing that stands out with Ashley is her hip twisting pose can often look painful as she exaggerates it to the back and twists so much. Taylor Matheny has one of the best physiques in the division and if she can come in with a flattering suit and nail her presentation, she’ll be in the mix. She’s been  hit or miss with her suits and often times her posing doesn’t flatter her physique. She’s improved but will it be enough to land in the top spots? Janelle Saitone-McGuire will compete in her second pro show and will have to really rock the individual posing presentation to get in the top call-out. She doesn’t have the muscle some of the other women have but does have a nice, classy, polished presentation. Dianna Harbort has a nice physique however it could be a challenge to hang with this line-up. She turned pro at the 2012 Team Universe with a win in the Masters Over 45 division.

2012 IFBB Border States Pro Bikini Competitor List:
Noy Alexander
Stacey Alexander
Jessica Arevalo
Tiffany Marie Boydston
Jennifer Dietrick
Maureen Doherty
Dianna Harbort
Anna Larsson
Amanda Latona
Ashley LeBlanc
Taylor Matheny
Janelle Saitone-McGuire

Ron Avidan will be in attendance covering all the action. If you’re tweeting about this event use #borderStates for the hastag. For more information on the show visit: lindsayproductions.com.

Filed Under: IFBB, Show Previews

2012 IFBB Evl’s Prague Pro Bikini Competitor List & Preview

October 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Twelve IFBB Pro Bikini competitors are slated to compete in the Czech Republic this weekend. This marks the first time the IFBB Pro Bikini women will have a chance to compete in Prague. The show is promoted by former bodybuilder Eva Sukupova with the help of American Media Inc. and promises to hold a first class event. This event also has some of the top prize money with $7,000 going to the winner of the Pro Bikini competition. There will also be open and 212 Men’s Bodybuilding along with the Amateur Bikini Olympia.

 

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The Hardbody 411:
This is without a doubt the diverse competition we’ve seen in the pro league with representatives from a variety of countries. There are only three women from the United States in this event. Look for the blondes to dominate this line up and the top spots. The odds on favorite to win the show has to be Canada’s Justine Munro. She was victorious at the St. Louis Pro and was the runner-up at the Houston Pro earlier this month. Look for her to be the unanimous winner if she’s in the same condition as the Houston show. Michelle Brennan is coming off her first win and a favorite in Europe. Look for her to be in the hunt for the top spots.

My dark horse pick to shake things up is Anna Virmajoki from Finland. If she shows up like she did at the World Championships earlier this month she could be your winner. Super tiny waist and polished from head to toe. If Nikola Weiterova comes in a bit tighter in the booty she will be in the hunt for a top five spot. Noemi Olah continues to improve with each show and is coming off a runner-up spot last week at the British Grand Prix.

I like Figen Ozdemir’s look and will be put to the test in her pro debut. If she has a tight lower half she could be in the hunt. The two x-factors are Diana Graham and Talia Terese from the United States. Both women have been in the top spots but also on the outside looking in. Talia has yet to find her groove in the pro ranks since her win at the 2011 NPC USAs. Diana Graham has a bit more muscle than some of the other women in this line-up and it will come down to her conditioning in how she fairs. Gemmalyn Crosby has been up and down in the placings and is coming off a 4th place finish at the Ft. Lauderdale Cup. She’s been competing for a number of weeks and the long flight could cause some problems but if she’s able to over come those she could land in the top five again.

2012 IFBB Evl’s Prague Pro Bikini Competitor List:
Ronnie Blewitt – England
Michelle Brannan – United Kingdom
Gemmalyn Crosby – Phillipines
Diana Graham – USA
Andrea Hertlein – Germany
Justine Munro – Canada
Noemi Olah – Hungary
Figen Ozdemir  – Germany
Talia Terese – USA
Casey Lee Trailer – USA
Anna Virmajoki – Finland
Nikola Weiterova – Slovakia

2012 IFBB Evl’s Prague Pro Bikini Prize Money
· 1st place – $7,000
· 2nd place – $4,000
· 3rd place – $2,500
· 4th place – $2,000
· 5th place – $1,500
· 6th place – $1,000
· 7th to 10th place – $500 each


SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Friday: 26th October 2012 HOTEL EXPO
8:00AM registration
3:00PM Press conference and presentation for PRO MEN´s Open and 212 (music)
5:00PM Judge meeting
5:30PM presentation: PRO BIKINI, Amateur Bikini Olympia

Saturday: 27th October 2012 – TIPSPORT ARENA
9:00AM the start of Fitness EXPO (all day)
10:00AM semi-final EVLS PRAGUE PRO MEN´s 212
10:40AM semi-final EVLS PRAGUE PRO BIKINI
11:10AM semi-final EVLS PRAGUE PRO MEN´s OPEN
11:50AM semi-final Amateur Bikini Olympia (3 categories)
2:00PM – MEET THE ATHLETES, (photo, signing)

5:00PM The Start of the Finals The Opening Ceremony

5:30-6:30PM – final Amateur Bikini Olympia
6:30- 6:45PM – Victory ceremony Amateur Bikini Olympia
6:45-6:50PM Overall winner
6:50-7:15PM Additional 1 Gallery of Legends
7:15-8:00PM final EVLS PRAGUE PRO MEN´s 212
8:00-8:30PM final EVLS PRAGUE PRO BIKINI
8:30-9:30PM Final EVLS PRAGUE PRO MEN´s OPEN
9:30-9:45PM DEAMEN Show
9:45-10:15PM Victory Ceremony
10:15-10:30 PM Show of winners – final ceremony
11:00 PM Banquet Park Hotel
For more information visit: www.evlspraguepro.com

Lead graphic photos from musculardevelopment.com

 

Filed Under: IFBB & NPC, Show Previews

2012 NPC Music City Muscle

October 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The 2nd annual NPC Music City Muscle takes place this weekend in Nashvilled, Tennessee and we’re pleased to be part of this great event. The show is produced by IFBB Pros Brandon Curry and Brandy Leaver, one of the best husband and wife teams you’ll find! The event promises to be a great one with lots of fun and more than just a trophy to take home for your efforts.

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All Female Overall winners will be featured here on Hardbody.com after the show. So be sure to bring your best to Nashville and we look forward to seeing you there. If you are competing and looking for the official photo order form you can find it here.

Schedule of events:
Oct. 26, 2012
Weigh Ins – 6:30pm-8:30pm – Millenium Maxwell House Hotel (Host hotel)

Oct. 27, 2012
Competitors Meeting – 8:00am @ TPAC
Prejudging begins at 9am
Evening show begins at 6:30pm

EVENT LOCATION:
TENNESSEE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
505 DEADRICK ST
NASHVILLE,TN

Host Hotel:
Millenium Maxwell House Hotel
2025 Rosa L Parks Blvd
Nashville, TN
(615)259-4343

For more information visit: http://musiccitymuscle.com

Filed Under: Show Previews

2012 IFBB Titans Grand Prix Pro Results

October 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The 2012 IFBB Titans Grand Prix Pro brought out one of the largest groups of Women Physique Competitors. Twenty women made the trip to Culver City, California in hopes of solidifying their position in the new division. Sabrina Taylor beat out to previous WPD show winners to take top honors in her second physique show. Sabrina is one of a string of IFFB Pros making the switch from Figure to Women’s Physique. The win is the first in her pro career.

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View contest photos and paparazzi photos on Bodybuilding.com.

2012 IFBB Titans Grand Prix Pro Results:
1. Sabrina Taylor
2. Patricia Mello
3. Venus Nguyen
4. Keishia Wester
5. Susan Graham
6. CeaAnna Kerr
7. Karin Kimura
8. Cinzia Massoro
9. Alti Bautista
10. Nathalie Falk
11. Penpraghai Tiangngok
12. Nicole Carter
13. Sandra Lombardo
14. Marilena Echohawk
15. Erin Lawson
16. Alecia Marie Rankovic
16. Amanda Bendorf
16. Laura Davies
16. Nekole Hamrick
16. Rita Rae

Filed Under: Contest Results

2012 IFBB Ft. Lauderdale Cup Pro Bikini Results & Report

October 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Yeshaira Robles continued her winning ways in Florida over the weekend. She notched her second pro victory in the IFBB Pro Bikini division. The first came earlier in the summer at the Sarasota Pro. While the field at the Ft. Lauderdale Cup wasn’t the deepest it was competitive. Yeshaira was the clear winner in my eyes and she beat out Lacey Deluca by one point. Lacey was in the runner-up position to Yeshaira at the Sarasota Pro show as well.

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The win qualifies Yeshaira for the 2013 Bikini Olympia. Yeshaira is one of the few women who can be cute one minute and with the flip of her hair can turn on the sultry look. She has one of the best bikini bodies and classiest presentations in the division. If any women are new to the division, look at how Yeshaira presents herself and emulate that.

Lacey DeLuca was just one point behind Yeshaira and while she has polished presentation and some beautiful hair, I wouldn’t have her in the runner-up spot. I’d like to see her lower body come in tighter to warrant a second place finish. If she can bring in a tigher set of wheels and backside then I can see it however I would have placed a number of women higher than her this time around.

Gigi Amurao had an impressive pro debut and could be a threat for the top spot in Iowa next month. She’ll need to keep her legs down in size. She has muscular legs and as long as they stay down in size she’ll hold her own. Gemmalyn Crosby bounced back from her disappointing Houston Pro finish. I’d love to see her ditch the orange bikini as it tends to blend in too much with her physique, in my opinion. Rounding out the top five was Bianca Berry. Bianca has a great physique and if she can pose a little better, specifically not making quirky facial expressions I think she’ll continue to do well. One to keep an eye on is Monique Gantt. If she can bring her booty down in size she’ll be a contender for the top five in future shows. While many competitors are trying to build a backside she’s trying to tone it down for what works on the stage. Adriana Hill also improved her physique and presentation. I would have her in the top five here and she narrowly missed it by one point on the judges scorecards.

Check out photos from the show on Bodybuilding.com.

2012 IFBB Ft. Lauderdale Cup Pro Bikini Results
PLACING / NAME / SCORE
1. Yeshaira Robles – 4
2. Lacey DeLuca – 5
3. Gigi Amurao – 10
4. Gemmalyn Crosby – 12
5. Bianca Berry – 16
6. Adriana Hill – 17
7. Deborah Lee – 21
8. Michon Leddy – 25
9. Aniedra Lynn – 27
10. Cecile Palacios – 30
11. Monique Gantt – 32

 

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Filed Under: Contest Results, IFBB

2012 Olympia Hardbody Photo Feature

October 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Check out the 15 Olympia Bikini Photos that Bodybuilding.com has featured. They selected a collection of some of their top hardbody women to help inspire you to hit your goals. Visit bodybuilding.com for the entire collection.

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Check out the photos – do you agree with the list? Anyone you would have added from the Bikini Olympia?

Filed Under: Event Photos, News & Features

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