Latorya Watts Wins the 2016 Arnold Figure International


Reigning Figure Olympia Champion, Latorya Watts won her first Arnold Figure International title on Friday night. There was no question about it in the eyes of the judges as she took home an unanimous victory. Coming in second was Camala Rodriguez and rounding out the top three was Genn Strobo.

2016 Arnold Figure International Results
1. Latorya Watts
2. Camala Rodriquez
3. Genn Strobo
4. Candice Lewis Carter
5. Cydney Gillon
6. Heather Dees
7. Amanda Doherty
8. Allison Frahn
9. Julie Mayer
10. Adela Ondrejovicova
11. Janaina Ferreira da Silva
12. Andrea Calhoun



2016 Arnold Fitness International Results – Oksana Grishina Wins!


Oksana Grishina wowed the judges and fans in Columbus, Ohio once again. Oksana won not only the routine round but also the physique round en route to another Arnold Fitness International title. Whitney Jones had her best showing to date and finished in second. Last year, Whitney was sidelined with a back injury and unable to perform her routine. Bethany Wagner’s Back to The Future routine earned her a third place finish overall.

2016 Arnold Fitness International Results
1. Oksana Grishina
2. Whitney Jones
3. Bethany Wagner
4. Myriam Capes
5. Regiane da Silva
6. Tanji Johnson
7. Ryall Graber
8. Missy Terwilliger
9. Michelle Blank
10. Giorgia Foroni
11. Piia Panunen



2016 Arnold Bikini International Results


India Paulino edged out a competitive bikini field to win the 2016 Bikini International once again. Coming in second was Justine Munro and rounding out the top three was Janet Layug.

2016 Arnold Bikini International Results
1. India Paulino
2. Justine Munro
3. Janet Layug
4. Angelica Teixeria
5. Courtney King
6. Michelle Sylvia
7. Narmin Assria
8. Margret Gnarr
9. Stephanie Mahoe
10. Anya Ells
11. Adriana Hill
12. Sara Back
13. Brandy Leaver



2016 Arnold Classic Results – Kai Greene wins


Kai Greene was losing going into the evening round and Cedric McMillan was in the lead. The two flip-flopped in the evening round and it was Kai that came out on top.

2016 Arnold Classic Results
1. Kai Greene
2. Cedric McMillan
3. Josh Lenartowicz
4. Justin Compton
5. Branch Warren
6. Juan Morel
7. Maxx Charles
8. Evan Centopani
9. Lukas Wyler
10. Cody Montgomery
11. Johnnie Jackson
12. Toney Freeman



2016 Arnold Sports Competitors – Invites Announced


The 2016 Arnold Sports Invite lists have been published and the line-ups are stacked. We’ll dive into these more in the coming weeks. Congratulations to all who made the list. Happy Dieting!

2016 Arnold Sports IFBB Pro Invite Lists

2016 Arnold Fitness International Competitors
Michelle Blank
Myriam Capes
Regiane da Silva
Giorgia Foroni
Ryall Graber
Oksana Grishina
Tanji Johnson
Whitney Jones
Piia Pajunen
Ashley Sebera
Missy Terwilliger
Bethany Wagner

2016 Arnold Figure International Competitors
Andrea Calhoun
Heather Dees
Amanda Doherty
Janaina Ferreira da Silva
Allison Frahn
Cydney Gillon
Candice Keene
Candice Lewis-Carter
Julie Mayer
Tina Nguyen
Adela Ondrejovicova
Camala Rodriquez McClure
Gennifer Strobo
Latorya Watts

2016 Arnold Bikini International Competitors
Narmin Assria
Sara Back
Christina Fjaere
Margaret Gnarr
Adriana Hill
Courtney King
Janet Layug
Brandy Leaver
Stephanie Mahoe
Justine Munro
India Paulino
Michelle Sylvia
Angelica Teixeira

2016 Arnold Women’s Physique International Competitors (not an invite list this year)
Jacklyn Abram
Alicia Alfaro Mesa
Olga Beliakova
Star Blaylock
Ladrissa Bonivel
Roshanna Boswell
Andrea Boudreaux
Tara Brandt
Benincia Bueno Lopez
Billie Cavalier
Margarita Charaim
Valentina Cheptiga
Robin Connell
Jill Dearmin
Angela Debatin
Claudia Gabriela de Leon Pardo
Kristina Dybdahl Farnsworth
Paula Frega
Sherri Gray
Lenore Gregson
Tannaz Halekzadeh
Lisette Halpin Acevedo
Jennifer Hernandez
Tracy Hess
Tonya Hooker
Melanie Horton
Leah Johnson
Candrea Judd Adams
Anne Marie Kam
Erika Kikuchi
Alisa LaMay
Klaudia Larson
Carrie Lawyer
Dolly Lazarre
Zoa Linsey
Jehina Malik
Jody May
Donna McGinn
Tara Mitchell
Teresita Morales
Geraldine Morgan
Kira Neuman
Akane Nigro Ismeal
Mindi O’Brien
Minna Pajulahti
Jennifer Palazzo
Ester Parisi
Paloma Parra
Toni Perdikakas
Dona Pohl
Danielle Reardon
Lisa Marie Sanders
Ida Sefland
Susan Marie Smith
Mikaila Soto
Alicia Spearman
Autumn Swansen
Mascha Tieken
Nola Trimble
Tamee Marie Uphoff
Gillian Ward
Tracy Weller
Toni West
Marnee Winn
Shelly Yakimchuk

2016 Arnold Classic Competitors
Fouad Abiad
Evan Centopani
Maxx Charles
Justin Compton
Tony Freeman
Kai Greene
Johnnie O Jackson
Josh Lenartowicz
Cedric McMillan
Cody Montgomery
Juan Morel
Branch Warren
Lukas Wyler

2016 Arnold Classic 212 Competitors
Guy Cisternino
Charles Dixon
David Henry
Kyung Won Kang
Cory Mathews
Angel Manual Rangel Vargas
Jose Raymond
Hidetada Yamagishi

2016 Arnold Classic Men’s Physique Competitors (not an invite list this year)
William Anin
Duane Brickhouse
Anthony Brigman
George Brown
Stanislas DeLongeaux
Chad Demchik
Michael Dougherty
Raymont Edmonds
Chris Ellis
Michael Ferguson
Darnell Ferguson
Andre Ferguson
Timothy Feuling
Cameron Gardner
Xavisus Gayden
Robert Giles
Frank Griffin
Sean Harley
Shannon Haynes
Brandon Hendrickson
Michael Johnson
Chris Johnson
Andre Johnson
Brett Kahn
David Kampfe
Joseph Lee
Eren Legend
Jacques Lewis
Tone Martin
T.A. Martin
Chris Mosher
Darnell Moss
Freddy Naidu
Nick Olsen
Tonnell Rodrigue
Ani Saliasi
Ryan Terry
Shannon Thomas
Marco Achille Gandolfi Vannini
Derrick Wade
Antoine Williamson
Matthew Wold

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 21, 2016
Two-Time Champ Kai Greene To Compete In 2016 Arnold Classic

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Two-time Arnold Classic champion Kai Greene will compete in Columbus for the first time since 2010 when he headlines a field of 13 of the world’s best professional men’s bodybuilders at the 2016 Arnold Classic, the Arnold Sports Festival announced today.

The Arnold Sports Festival and the IFBB Pro League today announced the invited athletes who will compete in the Arnold Classic, Arnold Classic 212, Fitness International, Figure International and Bikini International. The Arnold Classic Men’s Physique and Women’s Physique International contests are open in 2016 and will feature more than 100 combined athletes. All events will be held March 4-5 at the 2016 Arnold Sports Festival.

Greene won the Arnold Classic in 2009 and 2010 and finished second in Arnold Classic Europe in 2013. He also finished second in the Olympia in 2012, 2013 and 2014 but did not compete in any IFBB Pro League contests in 2014. Branch Warren, who won the Arnold Classic in 2011 and 2012, is also among the field of 13. Lukas Wyler earned an automatic invitation for winning the 2015 Arnold Amateur and Fouad Abiad earned an invitation with his win at the 2015 Europa Orlando. In the Arnold Classic 212, defending champion Jose Raymond leads a field of 8 professionals. Hidetada Yamagishi, who finished second in 2015, and Charles Dixon, who finished fifth last year, are also in the field.

In the Fitness International, two-time defending champion Oksana Grishina and 2013 winner Tanji Johnson headline a field of 12. Grishina also finished first in the Arnold Classic Europe in 2014 and 2015 and has won seven straight IFBB Pro League contests. Arnold Amateur champion Giorgia Fiorini earned an automatic invitation to her first Fitness International.

In the Figure International, defending champion Camala Rodriguez-McClure and Candice Keene, who won in Columbus in 2013 and 2014, lead a field of 14. Janaina Ferreira da Silva, who won the overall at the Arnold Amateur in 2015, earned an automatic invitation.

There will be a new champion in the Bikini International after Ashley Kaltwasser, the event’s only two-time champion, did not enter. Justine Munro, who finished second in 2015, and Janet Layug, third last year, lead a field of 13. India Paulino, who finished fourth last year, is also expected to contend.
For the first time, the Arnold Classic Men’s Physique and Women’s Physique International contests are open and do not require an invitation. More than 40 will compete in Arnold Classic Men’s Physique and more than 60 will compete in Women’s Physique International. Visit www.arnoldsportsfestival.com for the complete competitor lists.

The Arnold Classic 212, Fitness International, Figure International and Physique International will be held on Friday, March 4, 2016; while the Arnold Classic, Arnold Classic Men’s Physique and Bikini International will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2016 with prejudging and finals at Battelle Grand.



2016 IFBB Pro Fitness Schedule of Events


2016 IFBB Pro Fitness Schedule
The 2016 IFBB Pro Fitness Schedule of Events has been announced and there are 13 competitions slated to take place. The IFBB Pro Fitness season kicks off with the Arnold Fitness International in March.

The IFBB Pro schedule of events is subject to change and without notice.

2016 IFBB Pro Fitness Schedule of Events

March 3-6, 2016
Arnold Fitness International
Columbus, Ohio

APRIL
April 1-2, 2016
IFBB Arnold Classic Brasil
Rio deJaneiro, Brasil

April 1-2, 2016
IFBB Miami Muscle Beach
Miami, Florida

MAY
May 27-29, 2016
IFBB Arnold Classic South Africa
Africa

JUNE
June 4-5, 2016
IFBB Toronto Pro
Toronto, Canada

JULY
July 1-2, 2016
IFBB Wings of Strength Chicago Pro
Chicago, Illinois

July 9-10, 2016
IFBB Europa Charolette Pro
Charolette, North Carolina

July 9, 2016
IFBB Vancovuer Pro
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

AUGUST
August 5-6, 2016
IFBB PBW Tampa Pro
Tampa, Florida

August 20, 2016
IFBB Arnold Classic Asia
Hong Kong

SEPTEMBER
September 16-17, 2016
Figure Olympia
Las Vegas, Nevada

September 224, 2016
IFBB Arnold Classic Europe
Madrid, Spain

OCTOBER
October 15-16, 2016
IFBB Europa Phoenix Pro
Phoenix, Arizona

For more information and updates visit IFBBpro.com.



2016 IFBB Pro Bikini Schedule of Events


2016 IFBB Pro Bikini Schedule
The 2016 IFBB Pro Bikini Schedule of events has been released. The IFBB Pro Bikini division continues to grow in popularity and as a result we’re seeing more and more events added. The IFBB Pro schedule of events is subject to change and without notice. The first IFBB Pro Bikini competition of 2016 will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 31st.

2016 IFBB Pro Bikini Schedule of Events

JANUARY
January 31, 2016
Las Vegas, Nevada
MARCH
March 3-6, 2016
Arnold Bikini International
Columbus, Ohio

March 12, 2016
IFBB MuscleContest.com Pro Bikini
Culver City, California

March 12, 2016
IFBB Orlando Pro Bikini (Open and Masters)
Orlando, Florida

March 12, 2016
IFBB Phil Heath Pro Bikini
Houston, Texas

March 18-20, 2016
Arnold Bikini Australia
Melbourne, Australia

March 25-26, 2016
IFBB St. Louis Pro
St. Louis, Missouri

APRIL
April 1-2, 2016
IFBB Miami Muscle Beach
Miami, Florida

April 29-30, 2016
IFBB Europa Orlando Pro
Orlando, Florida

MAY
May 6-7, 2016
IFBB Pittsburgh Pro
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

May 14, 2016
IFBB Seaboard Pro
Atlanta, Georgia

May 14, 2016
IFBB Florida Grand Prix Pro
West Palm Beach, Florida

May 21, 2016
IFBB New York Pro
Teaneck, New Jersey

May 21, 2016
IFBB Mozolani Pro
Bratslava, Slovakia

May 27-28, 2016
IFBB Puerto Rico Pro
San Juan, Puerto Rico

May 28, 2016
IFBB Optimum Classic Pro
Shreveport, Louisiana

JUNE
June 4-5, 2016
IFBB Toronto Pro
Toronto, Canada

June 4, 2016
IFBB Northern California (Open and Masters)
Sacramento, California

June 4, 2016
IFBB Muscle Mayhem Pro
Overland Park, Kansas

June 11, 2016
IFBB Omaha Pro
Omaha, Nebraska

June 25, 2016
IFBB Greater Gulf States Pro
New Orleans, Louisiana

June 25, 2016
IFBB South Carolina Grand Prix Pro

JULY
July 1-2, 2016
IFBB Wings of Strength Chicago Pro
Chicago, Illinois

July 2, 2016
IFBB Patriots Pro Bikini (Open and Masters)
Las Vegas, Nevada

July 9-10, 2016
IFBB Europa Charolette Pro
Charolette, North Carolina

July 9, 2016
IFBB Vancovuer Pro
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

July 23, 2016
IFBB Grand Prix of Baltimore
Baltimore, Maryland

AUGUST
August 5-6, 2016
IFBB PBW Tampa Pro
Tampa, Florida

August 12-13, 2016
IFBB San Antonio Pro
San Antonio, Texas

August 20, 2016
IFBB Orange County Pro
Culver City, California

August 20, 2016
IFBB Coastal USA Pro
Atlanta, Georgia

August 27, 2016
IFBB Naples Pro
Naples, Florida

August 31, 2016
IFBB Pittsburgh Master Pro
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

SEPTEMBER
September 16-17, 2016
Figure Olympia
Las Vegas, Nevada

September 23-24, 2016
IFBB Hurricane Pro Classic
Tampa, Florida

September 24, 2016
IFBB Korean Grand Prix
Seoul, Korea

OCTOBER
October 8, 2016
IFBB Nordic Pro
Lahti, Finland

October 15-16, 2016
IFBB Europa Phoenix Pro
Phoenix, Arizona

October 15, 2016
IFBB Ft. Lauderdale Cup Pro (Open and Masters
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

October 22, 2016
IFBB San Antonio Pro
San Antonio, Texas

October 22, 2016
IFBB Baltimore Classic
Baltimore, Maryland

October 22, 2016
IFBB Dayana Cadeau Pro
Coral Springs, Florida

October 28-29, 2016
IFBB Mel Chancey Pro Charolette Pro
Port Charolette, Florida

NOVEMBER
November 5, 2016
IFBB Sacramento Pro (Open and Masters)
Sacramento, California

November 12, 2016
IFBB IRON GAMES Pro (Open and Masters)
Culver City, California

November 12, 2016
IFBB San Marino Pro
Republic of San Marino, Italy

For more information and updates visit IFBBpro.com.



2016 Schedule of Events: IFBB Pro Women’s Figure


2016 IFBB Figure Calendar
The 2016 IFBB Pro Figure schedule of event has been posted. Currently, there are 27 IFBB Pro Figure events on the 2016 calendar. This schedule of events is subject to change without notice so continue to check back throughout the year. The IFBB Figure season kicks off with in Columbus at the Arnold Figure International on March 3rd.

2016 Schedule of Events: IFBB Pro Women’s Figure

MARCH
March 3-6, 2016
Arnold Figure International
Columbus, Ohio

March 12, 2016
IFBB Phil Heath Pro
Houston, Texas

March 12, 2016
IFBB New Zealand Pro
Aukland, New Zealand

March 26, 2016
IFBB California Governor’s Cup
Sacramento, California

APRIL
April 1-2, 2016
IFBB Miami Muscle Beach
Miami, Florida

April 29-30, 2016
IFBB Europa Orlando Pro
Orlando, Florida

MAY
May 6-7, 2016
IFBB Pittsburgh Pro
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

May 21, 2016
IFBB New York Pro
Teaneck, New Jersey

May 28, 2016
IFBB Optimum Classic Pro
Shreveport, Louisiana

JUNE
June 4-5, 2016
IFBB Toronto Pro
Toronto, Canada

June 11, 2016
IFBB Omaha Pro
Omaha, Nebraska

June 17-18, 2016
IFBB Europa Dallas Pro
Dallas, Texas

June 25, 2016
IFBB Greater Gulf States Pro
New Orleans, Louisiana

JULY
July 1-2, 2016
IFBB Wings of Strength Chicago Pro
Chicago, Illinois

July 9, 2016
IFBB Vancouver Pro
Vancouver, British Columbia Canada

July 23, 2016
IFBB Los Angeles Pro (Open and Masters)
Culver City, California

AUGUST
August 5-6, 2016
IFBB PBW Tampa Pro
Tampa, Florida

August 12-13, 2016
IFBB San Antonio Pro
San Antonio, Texas

August 31, 2016
IFBB Pittsburgh Master Pro
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

SEPTEMBER
September 16-17, 2016
Figure Olympia
Las Vegas, Nevada

September 23-24, 2016
IFBB Hurricane Pro Classic
Tampa, Florida

OCTOBER
October 1, 2016
IFBB Border States
San Diego, California

October 8, 2016
IFBB Texas Cup Pro
Houston, Texas

October 8, 2016
IFBB Arkansas Pro
Little Rock, Arkansas

October 22, 2016
IFBB Dayana Cadeau Pro
Coral Springs, Florida

October 29, 2016
IFBB Kentucky Muscle Pro
Louisville, Kentucky

NOVEMBER
November 12, 2016
IFBB San Marino Pro
Republic of San Marino, Italy

For more information and updates visit IFBBpro.com.



2016 Arnold Classic Asia To Debut in Hong Kong


Asia Arnold Classic

The Arnold Sports Festival continues its global expansion by adding yet another country to their already impressive line-up. The Arnold Classic Asia will be held August 19-21, 2016 in Hong Kong. The first-annual Arnold Classic Asia will feature IFBB Pro Men’s Bodybuilding, an amateur bodybuilding event and a large health & fitness expo. This marks the second addition to the Arnold Classic series of competitions in 2016. In May, the Arnold Classic South Africa will be held for the first time.

Arnold Classic Asia To Debut in Hong Kong in August 2016
COLUMBUS, Ohio USA – The Arnold Sports Festival will complete its global expansion when the first-annual Arnold Classic Asia is held in Hong Kong in August 2016, creating the largest series of multi-sport festivals in the world, the Arnold Sports Festival announced today.
Arnold Classic Asia will be held Aug. 19-21, 2016 and includes the Arnold Classic Asia men’s professional bodybuilding contest, an amateur bodybuilding contest, a large health & fitness EXPO and select amateur sports competitions and demonstrations.

“The Arnold Sports Festival is proud to continue its world-wide growth with the presentation of Arnold Classic Asia in Hong Kong in 2016,” said Jim Lorimer, who co-founded the Arnold Classic with Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger in Columbus, Ohio USA in 1989. “The addition of Arnold Classic Asia will put the Arnold Classic on six continents in 2016 and will be the latest step in Arnold’s world-wide fitness crusade.”
The Arnold Classic Asia is a partnership between Classic Productions, Inc., Tony Doherty, promoter of Arnold Classic Australia, and Hong Kong businessman Richard Petty.

The first Arnold Classic was held in Columbus, Ohio in 1989 and featured professional men’s and women’s bodybuilding. That event, now known as the Arnold Sports Festival, now features more than 18,000 athletes competing in 55 sports and events and draws 185,000 attendees from more than 80 nations.

The Arnold Classic first expanded in 2011 with the creation of Arnold Classic Europe, held each year in Madrid, Spain. Arnold Classic Brasil debuted in Rio de Janeiro in 2013 and the first Arnold Classic Australia was held in Melbourne in March 2015. Arnold Classic South Africa in Johannesburg will be held for the first time in May 2016.

For more on the Arnold Sports Festival, visit www.ArnoldSportsFestival.com

The Arnold Sports Festival The Arnold Sports Festival is the largest multi-sport festival in the United States featuring 18,000 athletes competing in 55 sports and events, including 14 Olympic sports. The Arnold Sports Festival was founded in 1989 by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jim Lorimer of Worthington, Ohio. The Arnold Sports Festival attracted more than 185,000 attendees in 2015. The 2016 Arnold Sports Festival will be held March 3-6, 2016.



IFBB Pro League Advisory Notice on Muscle Size


IFBB Pro League Advisory Notice on Muscle Size. Jim Manion, President of the IFBB Pro League, issues the following letter to all IFBB Pro Athletes and Judges.

From: IFBB Pro League
To: IFBB Pro Athletes and Judges
Date: November 13, 2015
Subject: MUSCLE SIZE

The popularity of the IFBB Pro League continues to grow as a result of many factors the introduction of more achievable, less muscular physiques in the Figure and Bikini and the new divisions of Women’s and Men’s Physique.

All of the athletes who have competed in these divisions have represented the IFBB Pro League well. That being said, there has been a noticeable increase in muscle size across all of these divisions.

We would like to remind all athletes and judges that muscle size is only one of the many factors in judging competitors in these divisions.

In order to preserve the criteria in which all of these divisions were based on, we would like to see less focus on muscle size and more focus on symmetry, balance, proportion, definition and overall condition which are all equally important factors contributing to an aesthetically pleasing and fit physique.

We look forward to seeing all of you during the 2016 IFBB Pro League contest season.

Jim Manion
President
IFBB Pro League

About 11 years ago the IFBB issued a statement to all female athletes that read…

Date:December 6, 2004
From: Office of the Vice Chairman
IFBB Professional Division
To: All IFBB Professional Female Athletes
Re: FEMALE MUSCULARITY

For aesthetics and health reasons, the IFBB Professional Division requests that female athletes in Bodybuilding, Fitness and Figure decrease the amount of muscularity by a factor of 20%.

This request for a 20% decrease in the amount of muscularity applies to those female athletes whose physiques require the decrease regardless of whether they compete in Bodybuilding, Fitness or Figure.

All professional judges have been advised of the proper criteria for assessing female physiques.

Sincerely,

Jim Manion
Vice Chairman

News Via IFBBpro.com



2015 IFBB Irongames Pro Results


The 2015 IFBB Irongames Pro Bikini Results from Culver City, California are in. Narmin Assria took home her second in as many weeks. Narmin was the winner of last week’s Iowa Pro and bested a competitive field again today. Coming in second was Ivete Carreon and Stacey Alexander rounded out the top three. Ivete Carreon was the Master Pro Bikini winner.

2015 IFBB Irongames Pro Results

2015 IFBB Irongames Pro Bikini Results
Culver City, California – November 14, 2015
1. Narmin Assria
2. Iveth Carreon
3. Stacey Alexander
4. Jamie Del Angel
5. Janelle Saitone-McGuire
6. Marissa Rivero
7. Lorena Bucio
8. Breena Martinez
9. Kate Abate
10. Kristina Olson
11. Francine Sablan
12. Cynthia Benoit
13. Harriet Davis
14. Lucy Huang
15. Michelle Mein
16. Genevieve Brodeur
16. Magdalena Coffman
16. Maybelline Cordero-Higa
16. Ashley Gaines
16. Colleen Garman
16. Rachael Labender
16. Robyn Maher
16. Janice Murphy
16. Adrienne Ochoa Dodobara
16. Janice Murphy
16. Adrienne Ochoa Dodobara
16. Ruby Perey
16. Jessica Schiefer
16. Jessica Wilson

2015 IFBB Irongames Pro Master Bikini Results
Culver City, California – November 14, 2015
1. Iveth Carreon
2. Harriet Davis
3. Lucy Huang
4. Michelle Mein
5. Robyn Maher
6. Ruby Perey
7. Colleen Garman
8. Maybelline Cordero-Higa



2015 IFBB Kentucky Muscle Pro Results


The IFBB Kentucky Muscle Pro results are in from Louisville, Kentucky. This event featured Men’s Physique and Women’s Figure. Christina Woodward from Virginia Beach, Virginia was the unanimous winner in the Figure competition. Coming in second was Cassandra Carpenter with Candice Keen rounding out the top there. Scott Rowe from New Zealand took home top honors in the Men’s Physique competition with Xavisus Gayen in second.

2015 IFBB Kentucky Muscle Pro Results

2015 IFBB Kentucky Muscle Pro Figure Results
Louisville, Kentucky – November 14, 2015
1. Christina Woodward
2. Cassandra Carpenter
3. Candice Keene
4. Lauren Valentino
5. Nadia Wyatt
6. Kelly Dominick
7. Georgina Lona
8. Maria Garcia
9. Diana Schnaidt
10. Harmony Baird
11. Katherine Lane
12. Sarah Fechter
13. Jacqueline Timberlake
14. Dawn Reichley
15. Jerrica Thomas
16. Jennifer Brown
16. Rachel Cammon
16. Jess Coate
16. Valerie Haines
16. Charmayne Jackson
16. Codi Jaeger
16. Danielle Kifer
16. Angie LeMay
16. Vera Mallet
16. Holly Mitchell
16. Stephanie Moen
16. Andrea Paynet
16. Linda Potter
16. Susana Ramirez
16. Megan Rigby
16. Jessica Vetter
16. Natalie Waples
16. Sue Ling Yip

2015 IFBB Kentucky Muscle Pro Men’s Physique Results
Louisville, Kentucky – November 14, 2015
1. Scott Crowe
2. Xacisus Gayden
3. Michael Ferguson
4. Sly Hardy
5. Phillip Blow
6. Michael Anderson
7. Dev Maxwell
8. Burton Hughes
9. Jay-T Bax Rysaac
10. Georga Brown
11. Ian Buchanan II
12. Chris Mosher
13. Victor Clark
14. Rich Tuma
15. Ani Sallasi
16. Chad Abner
16. James Hodges
16. Tony Lynch
16. Dwayne Punter
16. Johnny Qunones



Arnold Classic Europe – Spain Competitor Lists


Arnold Classic Spain
The 2015 Arnold Classic Europa will be held in Madrid, Spain on September 25-27, 2015. The Arnold Classic Europe feature Women’s Fitness and Men’s Open Bodybuilding. The Men’s Bodybuilding competition will be a similar line-up to the Olympia with only Mr. Olympia, Phil Heath absent from the list. Will Dexter Jackson take the top spot or will we see Shawn Rhoden or Dennis Wolf leave Spain with the win? It’ll be a great show to watch. You have to bank on Oksana Grishina and Tanji Johnson in the top spots in the Fitness competition but don’t count out Myriam Capes and Regiane da Silva for a top spot. See who is slated to compete in this year’s show.

Arnold Classic Europe – Spain Competitor Lists
2015 Arnold Classic Europe – Men’s Bodybuilding Competitors
Carlos Asensio
William Bonac
Brandon Curry
Mandouh “Ramy” Elssbiay
Alex Fedorov
Dexter Jackson
Aziz Jelali
Michael Kefalianos
Zack Khan
Steve Kuclo
Alex Lesukov
Victor Martinez
Juan Morel
Shawn Rhoden
Fred Smalls
Roelly Winklaar
Dennis Wolf

2015 Arnold Fitness Europe – Fitness Competitors
Marta Aguiar
Michelle Blank
Myriam Capes
Regiane da Silva
Giorgia Foroni
Ryall Graber
Oksana Grishina
Tanji Johnson
Whitney Jones
Alevtina Titarenko

About Arnold Classic Europe?
The Arnold Classic Europe builds on the success of the Arnold Sports Festival, which began as the Arnold Classic professional men’s bodybuilding competition in 1989 and has grown to include more than 18,000 athletes competing in more than 45 sports and events each year.

More Information
www.arnoldclassiceurope.es

ARNOLD CLASSIC EUROPE LOCATION
Madrid Arena
Avda. de Portugal s/n (Casa de Campo)
28011 Madrid (Spain)

ARNOLD FITNESS EXPO
Sept. 25-27, 2015

For more information on the Arnold Classic Europe, visit www.arnoldclassiceurope.com.



Oksana Grishina Wins! 2015 Fitness Olympia Results


Oksana Grishina Wins! 2015 Fitness Olympia Results

2015 Fitness Olympia Results:
1. Oksana Grishina
2. Tanji Johnson
3. Myriam Capes
4. Regina DaSilva
5. Bethany Wagner
6. Michelle Blank



2015 IFBB Bikini Olympia Results


2015 IFBB Bikini Olympia Results. Ashley Kaltwasser wins her third title in a row!

2015 IFBB Bikini Olympia Results
1. Ashley Kaltwasser
2. Janet Layug
3. Courtney King
4.India Paulino
5. Stacey Alexander
6. Narmin Assria



Watch the 2015 LIVE Olympia Webcast on Flexonline


Live Olympia Webcast
The 2015 Olympia Webcast will be shown on FLEXONLINE.com LIVE and for FREE. The webcast powered by Amazon Sports Nutrition will air live and free on September 18 & 19, 2015. This year’s webcast will be hosted by IFBB Pro Bodybuilder Dennis James. Joining Dennis “in the booth” will be Shawn Perine from Muscle & Fitness for the men and on the women’s side of things IFBB Pro Amanda Latona will help call the action. Yes, you read it right. Amanda Latona will NOT be competing at this year’s Olympia but instead will be on the mic helping with the play by play and color commentary on the webcast.

On Friday September 18th the webcast will feature the Bikini Olympia Finals, Fitness Olympia Finals (Routines and Awards) and the Mr. Olympia Pre-judging. Don’t go too far because on Saturday September 19th, the webcast will feature the Figure Olympia Finals, Men’s 212 Bodybuilding Showdown and the Mr. Olympia finals. The live stream will air on 7pm (PST) both nights. The live stream is brought to you exclusively by Amazon.com.

Watch the 2015 LIVE Olympia Webcast on Flexonline

Those of you wanting to watch the Men and Women’s Physique will have to attend the show or hold tight for footage to air at a later date. Due to these events being held at the Convention Center Expo Hall there will not be a live webcast. There’s still time to get your Olympia tickets by visiting MrOlympia.com.

2015-olympia



2015 Olympia Prize Money – Over One Million Dollars


2015-olympia-prize-money
The total payout for the 2015 Olympia will be over one million dollars. The Olympia is looked at as “Bodybuilding’s Super Bowl” and features the best of the best in the IFBB Pro League. The annual event, held in Las Vegas, will offer an all-time high payout this year. The Mr. Olympia is still the foundation of the weekend however numerous other divisions have added to the growing popularity of the event. This year will be the biggest Olympia yet with a record number of competitors slated to take the stage.

2015 Olympia Prize Money Breakdown:
• Mr. Olympia: $805,000
• 212 Showdown: $75,000
• Fitness Olympia: $65,000
• Figure Olympia: $65,000
• Bikini Olympia: $50,000
• Men’s Physique: $27,500
• Women’s Physique: $27,500
Total: $1,115,000

2015 Olympia Prize Money


2015 Olympia Prize Money – Over One Million Dollars

For more information on the Olympia and the various events visit www.mrolympia.com. See the prize money breakdown from the 2013 Olympia.



Dana Linn Bailey Sits Out The Olympia – Launches New Supplement Brand


Dana Linn Bailey
Dana Linn Bailey (DLB as she’s known to her fans) is one of the most popular individuals in the IFBB Pro League. She was the first-ever Women’s Physique Pro and then went on to be crowned the inaugural Women’s Physique Olympia champion. DLB and her husband have created their own empire over in a relatively short time frame. While many “go pro” and seek to have a supplement sponsorship DLB has carved out her own path. Dana did go the traditional route for a short time working with MHP but quickly realized it would be more beneficial to build her own brand. What Dana and Rob have created is fascinating and something that arguably couldn’t be duplicated. They have their own camps, clothing line, Rob’s music, popular Youtube Videos, Road Tour, supplement line and a slew of other things in the works. Dana’s one of the few competitors who has managed to create an income on her own and the stage has little to do with it any more. Sure winning the Olympia didn’t hurt but it’s not the end all – be all for her.

Recently, Dana announced that she would be passing on competing in the Olympia due to a variety of reasons. It’s a smart move on her part and one that will certainly only help enhance the numerous projects she has going.

Dana Linn Bailey Sits Out The Olympia – Launches New Supplement Brand

So thank you all for your understanding and support, and don’t worry … DLB WILL BE BACK!!! I can’t think too far ahead to say what my next contest will be … BUT I will be back onstage, and it will only be that much more exciting!!!!!

– Dana Linn Bailey Sits Out The Olympia – Launches New Supplement Brand

It won’t “take away” any ticket sales to the Women’s Physique competition as it’s held in the Expo Hall of the convention center. Anyone who buys an expo ticket can watch the event. Fans can still see her at the Olympia as she’s recently announced they she will be launching “RUN EVERYTHING LABS“. Earlier this year she released a single supplement called “ONWARD” and now it appears the greater picture is Run Everything Labs with Onward and other products as part of it.


Are you even ready?….. Come see us at both 1249 @runeverythinglabs

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If fans are wondering what else she and her team are up to you can check out the most recent video that outlines everything the marketing machine has going on. From their clothing line, supplement line to their own line of gyms. You don’t have to be a fan of her physique to appreciate the hustle and all that the Bailey’s have created.

Follow their adventure on Youtube and Instagram for the latest. Get your ticket for the Olympia and see what RUN EVERYTHING LABS has in store.

Lead image via Youtube



2015 IFBB Masters Pro Competitors


The 2015 IFBB Masters Pro competition will be held in conjunction with the IFBB North American Championships in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This is the only IFBB Pro League competition that’s solely for masters competitors.

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Women’s Competitors

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Figure Over 35 Competitors
Rebecca Book
Tatum Bounds
Nancy Bowlin
Marita Burger
Maggy Cambronero
Clarissa Franchesca Cataneda
Laura Donegan
Angela Doucette
Ester Gozhansky
Jennifer Iritano
Rhonda Jones
Stacy Kinnard
Reene Lyman
Linda Nelson
Marieann Newman
Melanie Noel
Melanise Pettee
Karina Rhode
Cinderella Richardson
Denise Rose
Kim Seeley
Christi Shaw
Linda Stephens

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Figure Over 45 Competitors
Nancy Bowlin
Marita Burger
Laura Donegan
Rhonda Jones
Reene Lyman
Linda Nelson
Melanise Pettee
Karina Rhode
Cinderella Richardson
Denise Rose
Kim Seeley
Christi Shaw
Linda Stephens
Gretchen Lichtenstein
Sally Loshelder
Lois Sprouse
Holly Beck
Jennifer Dejoya
Marisela Garcia

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Figure Over 55 Competitors
Nancy Bowlin
Bren Lauver
Sally Loshelder
Twila Keim
Teri Palakiko

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Bikini Over 35 Competitors
Geri Berger
Tonya Boardman
Kerryne Brown
Nina Cash
Maria Karina Constantino Durzo
Jennifer Friedrichs
Janet Harding
Pamela John
Raquel Long
Lisandra McGrath
Michelle Mein
Dianet Pereda
Osiris Prieto
Stella Roberts
Danielle Sereluca
Christy Zevely

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Bikini Over 45 Competitors
Geri Berger
Nina Cash
Pamela John
Lisandra McGrath

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Women’s Physique Over 35 Competitors
Amy Bowen
Jessica Bowman
Kendel Dolen
Monica Hornback
Lenore Kaiser Gregson
Carrie Lawyer
Julita Manns
Tye Pierpont
Sabrina Sonner
Tina Triguero

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Women’s Physique Over 45 Competitors
Amy Bowen
Lenore Kaiser Greyson
Carrier Lawyer
Tye Pierpont
Sabrina Sonner
Andrea Boudreaux
Celia Cadena
Kay Friend
Jody Garland
Tracy Hess
Cynthia Jansen
Marcy McCaskey
Teri Palakiko
Lisa Stark

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Women’s Bodybuilding Over 35 Competitors
Judy Gaillard
Maria Segura

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Women’s Bodybuilding Over 55 Competitors
Linda Smith

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Men Competitors

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Men’s Bodybuilding Over 40 Competitors
Dorian Adams
Timmy Gaillard
Daniel Hawtin
Brian Hoydic
Malcolm Marshall
Zdenek Voprada
Keith Williams

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Men’s Bodybuilding Over 50 Competitors
Mark Bacon
Ralf Herget
Randy Reittinger
Skip Robinson

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Men’s Bodybuilding Over 60 Competitors
David Crawley
Gary Czuk
Robert Irby
Gregg Krause
David Marinelli

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Men’s Bodybuilding Over 70 Competitor
Bud Woodruff

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Men’s Physique Over 35 Competitors
Michael Anderson
Randy Canche
Charles Chester
David De La Cruz
Edgar Julian Gonzalez
Brantley LaRose
Lorenzo Orozco
Jermichael Pratt
Dwayne Punter
Frank Same
Willie Spencer
Barry Thames
Antoine Williams

2015 IFBB Masters Pro Men’s Physique Over 40 Competitors
Michael Anderson
Lorenzo Orozaco
Jermichael Pratt
Frank Same
Willie Spencer
R. Cameron Gardner
Jim Holcomb
Richard Holmes
David Key
Alex Woodson

PREJUDGING – 10:00 AM
FINALS – 5:00 PM



2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Pro Results


IFBB Atlantic City Pro Results
The 2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Pro results are in and the fields are set for the 2015 Olympia. Joan Smith edged out Shanique Gant for the win in Figure and punched her ticket to her first Olympia. Mikaila Soto took home her first win in an open division of Women’s Physique and will head to the Olympia. Branch Warren’s conditioning edged out Cedric McMillan for the win in the Men’s Open bodybuilding and Andre Ferguson was victorious in Men’s Physique. This was the first year for the IFBB Europa Atlantic City Pro but won’t be the last.

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Pro Figure Results
August 29, 2015 – Atlantic City, NJ
1. Joan Smith
2. Shanique Grant
3. Swann DeLaRosa
4. Andrea Cantone
5. Brittany Campbell
6. Cydney Gillon
7. Bruna Miyagui
8. Diana Schnaidt
9. Agnese Russo
10. Aundreana Cornelissen
11. Angela Doucette
12. Linda Andrew
13. Maggie Corso
14. Vanessa Jacobs
15. Mandie Bender
16. Melanie Noel

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Pro Women’s Physique Results
August 29, 2015 – Atlantic City, NJ
1. Mikaila Soto
2. Billie Cavalier
3. Roxanne Edwards
4. Dany Garcia
5. Klaudia Larson
6. Jessica Bowman
7. Loana Paula Muttoni
8. Jennifer Robinson
9. Jillian Reville
10. Zoa Linsey
11. Marnie Holley
12. Reshanna Boswell
13. Anne Luise Freitas
14. Marthe Sundby
15. Paloma Parra
16. Tracy Hess
16. Dolly Lazarre
16. Jill Livoti
16. Jodie May
16. Miava Nelson
16. Linda Simnick
16. Stacy Simons McDowell
16. Tina Trigeuro
16. Irina Veslova

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Pro Men’s Physique Results
August 29, 2015 – Atlantic City, NJ
1. Andre Paula
2. Geobanny Paula
3. AJ Shukoori
4. John Nguyen
5. Mike Balan
6. Antonio Mitchell
7. Raymond Akinlosotu
8. George O’Banyoun
9. Brett Kahn
10. Mario Deluca
11. Ron Dacosta
12. David Dela Crus
13. Justin Hassan
14. Stephen Talamo
15. Chris Mosher
16. Victor Clark
16. Cameron Gardner
16. Jermichael Pratt
16. Sharid Reid
16. Tim Santiago
16. Alp Yurteri

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Pro Men’s Bodybuilding Results
1. Branch Warren
2. Cedric McMillan
3. Drew Jemmott
4. Robert Piotrkowicz
5. Stefan Havlik
6. Nick Trigili
7. Kenneth Jackson
8. Henri Pierre Ano
9. Daniel Hawtin
10. Saiid Kamara
11. Jaime Atienza
12. Tom Jimenez
13. Malcolm Marshall



2015 IFBB Southwest Muscle Pro Men’s Physique Competitors


The 2015 IFBB Southwest Muscle Pro is the last chance for the Men’s Physique competitors to qualify for the Olympia. The Atlantic City Pro will take place on the same day on the East Coast. This showdown will take place in Las Vegas and one lucky Men’s Physique Pro will punch his ticket to a return trip in the Olympia.

2015 IFBB Southwest Muscle Pro Men’s Physique Competitors
Ronald Alexander
William Anin
Patrick Fulgham
Chris Griffin
Joseph Lee
Devon Lindner
T.A. Martin
Mirko Maras
Otto Montgomery
Darnell Moss
Tristan Murray
Matt Ramseir
Ryan Stanton
Jeremy Tevaga

For more info visit musclecontest.com



2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Competitors


Atlantic City Pro Competitors
This is the final show for many of the IFBB Pro divisions which means the last chance to qualify for the 2015 Olympia. The 2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City show will feature Men’s Open Bodybuilding, Men and Women’s Physique, and Figure. The action will kick off on Friday, August 28th with the finals concluding on Saturday, August 29th.

The top five in each division will receive a trophy.

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Prize Money:

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Open Men’s Bodybuilding Prize Money:
1. $10,000
2. $5,000
3. $3,000
4. $1,000
5. $1,000
Total: $20,000

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Men’s Physique Prize Money:
1. $2,000
2. $1,500
3. $500
Total: $4,000

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Women’s Physique Prize Money:
1. $2,000
2. $1,500
3. $500
Total: $4,000

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Pro Figure Prize Money:
1. $3,000
2. $2,000
3. $1,000
Total: $6,000

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Figure Competitors
Atlantic City, NJ – August 28-29, 2015
Linda Andrew
Mandie Bender
Brittany Campbell
Andrea Cantone
Audreana Cornelissen
Maggie Corso
Swann De LaRosa
Angela Doucette
Cydney Gillon
Shanique Grant
Vanessa Jacobs
Bruna Miyagui
Melanie Noel
Agnese Russo
Diana Schnaidt
Joan Smith

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Women’s Physique Competitors
Atlantic City, NJ – August 28-29, 2015
Jessica Bowman
Reshanna Boswell
Billie Cavalier
Roxanne Edwards
Anne Luise Freitas
Dany Garcia
Tracy Hess
Marnie Holley
Klaudia Larson
Dolly Lazarre
Zoa Linsey
Jill Livotti
Jody May
Loana Muttoni
Miava Nelson
Paloma Parra
Jillian Reville
Jennifer Robinson
Linda Simnick
Stacy Simons McDowell
Mikalia Soto
Marthe Sundby
Tina Triguero
Irina Veselova

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Men’s Open Bodybuilding Competitors
Atlantic City, NJ – August 28-29, 2015
Henri Pierre Ano
Jaime Atienza
Stefan Havlik
Daniel Hawtin
Ken Jackson
Drew Jemmott
Tom Jimenez
Saiid Tejan Kamara
Malcom Marshall
Cedric McMillan
Robert Piotrkowicz
Nick Trigili
Branch Warren

2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Men’s Physique Competitors
Atlantic City, NJ – August 28-29, 2015
Raymond Akinlosotu
Mike Balan
Victor Clark
Ron DaCosta
David DeLa Cruz
Mario DeLuca
Cameron Gardner
Justin Hassan
Brett Kahn
Antonio Mitchell
Chris Mosher
John Nguyen
George O’Banyoun
Geobanny Paula
Jermichael Pratt
Sharif Reid
Tim Santiago
A.J. Shukoori
Stephen Talamo
Alp Yuteri

WHAT: 2015 IFBB Europa Atlantic City Pro show
WHEN: August 28-29, 2015 ( Friday & Saturday EXPO)
Pro Competitor Meeting: Thursday – 7pm
Pro Pre-Judging: Friday – 2:30pm
Pro Finals: Saturday – 2:30pm
WHERE: Atlantic City Convention Center
One Convention Center Boulevard
Atlantic City, NJ 08401

For More information visit: www.europaexpo.com/events/ifbb-pro-show



2015 Olympia Point Series Info & Leaders’ Update


2015 IFBB Olympia Point Series
The Olympia Point Series (Officially called the Olympia Qualification Series) is a point-based system that determines qualifiers for all Olympia divisions. The Series awards points to competitors placing 2nd to 5th at IFBB Pro League competitions. At the end of the Qualification season, the five (5) competitors with the highest point totals will qualify to compete at the Olympia. The winner of each competition automatically qualifies and no points are awarded for first place. The top five (5) at the Olympia automatically qualify for the following year. Previous Olympia Winners are qualified to compete as we’ll likely see in a few divisions once the line-ups are announced for the 2015 Olympia.

There are four tiers to IFBB Pro League shows where points are awarded.

Tier 1 – Arnold Classic USA
2nd place – 8 points
3rd place – 7 points
4th place – 6 points
5th place – 5 points

Tier 2 – Arnold Classic Spain, New York Pro & Prague Pro
2nd place – 6 points
3rd place – 5 points
4th place – 4 points
5th place – 3 points

Tier 3 – Arnold Classic Brazil & Australia, Pittsburgh Pro & China Pro
2nd place – 5 points
3rd place – 4 points
4th place – 3 points
5th place – 2 points

Tier 4 – All Other IFBB Pro League Competitions
2nd place – 4 points
3rd place – 3 points
4th place – 2 points
5th place – 1 points

WHO MADE IT IN?
There are only a handful of shows left for IFBB Pro League competitors to qualify for the Olympia. The Olympia Qualification Series has wrapped up for the Men’s 212 and Fitness divisions with others determined in the next two weeks.

212 Men’s Bodybuilding
Tricky Jackson locked in the top spot in the Point Series with 12 points. Aaron Clark’s second place finish at the Texas Pro put him in the second place spot. Ahmad Ahmad and Oliver Adzievski tied with nine points for the third and fourth spot and the final qualifying spot went to Khalid Alomsinawi from Kuwait. Sami Al Haddad will not return to the Olympia stage this year. He will finish in 6th place with 6 points. Thomas Anderson, Derik Farnsworth and John Meadows all narrowly missed out on qualifying as well with five points.

212 Men’s Bodybuilding Olympia Point Series Top 5:
Tricky Jackson – 12
Aaron Clark – 10
Ahmad Ahmad – 9
Oliver Adzievski – 9
Khalid Almohsinawi – 7

Fitness
The Texas Pro helped finalize who would make the cut for the 2015 Fitness Olympia. Marta Aguiar’s third place finish at the Texas Pro put her at the top of the Point Series leader board. Chika Aluka’s second place finish in San Antonio put her in the runner-up point total. Kristine Duba, Danielle Ruban and Allison Either round out the top five point leaders.

Fitness Olympia Point Series Top 5:
Marta Aguiar – 12
Chika Aluka – 11
Kristine Duba – 9
Danielle Ruban – 4
Allison Ethier – 4

FIGURE:
There are two qualifying shows remaining on the IFBB Figure schedule. The Tahoe Pro (August 22) and Europa Atlantic City Pro (August 28-29) will finalize the line-ups. It appears Julie Mayer and Wendy Fortino will get in with 12 and 11 points but with two shows remaining it’s not a lock. I don’t see them falling out of the top 5 spots though and would consider them in. Andrea Cantone looks to be safe with 10 points but with Karen Noorlun and Jennifer Brown with 7 points she could slip a bit. I look for Andrea to be in the Olympia line-up Currently Brittany Campbell, Tamara Sedlack, Chaya Boone and Shalako Berry are in a tie with six points. After the Tahoe Pro the field and the possibilities will be a bit clearer.

UPDATE:Wendy Fortino, Julie Mayer and Andrea Cantone are a lock for the Figure Olympia. There’s a four-way tie for the remaining spots with 7 points. Mathematically there are a number of women who could beat the seven points with a strong finish in Atlantic City.

Figure Olympia Point Series Top Spots: As of August 22, 2015
LOCKED IN:
Wendy Fortino – 13
Julie Mayer – 12
Andrea Cantone – 10

CURRENTLY IN BUT NOT 100%:
Karen Noorlun – 7
Jennifer Brown – 7
Shalako Bradberry – 7
Megan Wyble – 7

COULD SNEAK IN:
Brittany Campbell – 6
Tamara Sedlack – 6
Chaya Boone – 6

COULD GET IN WITH 2nd or 3rd IN ATLANTIC CITY:
Vivien Olah – 4
Maria Garcia – 4
Linda Andrew – 4
Tina Nguyen – 4
Jessica Morgan Canty – 4
Janaina Ferreira – 4
Azaria Glaim – 4
Joan Smith – 4
Andressa Ribeiro – 4

LONG SHOT TO GET IN – ONLY SECOND IN AC GET THIS LIST IN:
Josie Zamora – 3
Carly Starling Horrell – 3
Chiomba Uwasomba – 3
Louise Rogers – 3
Bruna Miyagui -3
Bojana Vasiljevic – 3
Swann Delarosa – 3
Idalia Molina – 3
Rachelle Carter – 3
Maggy Cambronero – 3
Amanda Doherty – 3

BIKINI:
There’s one more Bikini competition remaining on the schedule (August 29th). That said, it’s safe to say Noy Alexander, Francesca Lauren and Angeles Burkeare in the Olympia. Noy currently leads with 15 points and Francesca has 13 for second place. There’s no way those two are not in. Angels Burke is gauranteed a top five spot with 12 points. Christina Fjaere looks to be safe with 11 points and will return to Vegas for her second Olympia.

Sofia Tunisian is currently holding down the fifth place spot with 9 points but that number doesn’t put her safely in the Olympia yet. Mathematically there are a number of women who could bump her out should they finish in second at the last qualifying show. Brittany Taylor and Kenea Yancey could both snag the fifth place spot with a third place or better finish. They are tied with 7 points but would need to beat Sofia’s 9 points to get in. Tatiana Koshman, Lindsey Waters, Cynthia Benoit, Vladimira Krasova, Romina Basualdo and Angelica Dejean are long shots but could potentially get in with a second place finish. Anything less than second and they’re not in. They’d also have to hope that Brittany Taylor and Kenea Yancy finish lower than third.

Bikini Olympia Point Series Top Spots: As of August 21, 2015
Noy Alexander – 15
Francesca Lauren – 13
Angeles Burke – 12
Christina Fjaere – 11
Sofiia Tandilian – 9
Shandy Ortiz – 8
Brittany Taylor – 7
Kenea Yancey – 7
Tatiana Koshman – 6
Lindsey Waters – 6
Cynthia Benoit – 6
Vladimira Krasova – 6
Romina Basualdo – 6
Angelica Teixeira – 6

WOMEN’S PHYSIQUE:
Leonie Rose is a lock with 13 points at the top of the Women’s Physique Point Series. Erica Blockman also looks to be a lock with 11 points. Jennifer Hernandez is safe with 10 points. Those three will get in the Women’s Physique Olympia showdown. After that it’s a tight race for the two remaining spots. Currently, Silvia Alves Fraga and Kristina Dybahl-Farnsworth are tied for fourth. They aren’t safe with their seven points as Mikaila Soto’s second place finish at the Texas Pro puts her within striking distance of a qualification. She currently sits in sixth but don’t be shocked if she heads to Atlantic City next week and gets into the top five. Loana Pula Muttoni and Rachel Baker each have a chance to sneak into the top five as they sit tied with five points. Mathematically, nine other women could get in if they place 2nd in Atlantic City.

Women’s Physique Olympia Point Series Top Spots: As of August 21, 2015
Leonie Rose – 13
Erica Blockman – 11
Jennifer Hernandez – 10
Silvia Alves Fraga – 7
Kristina Dybdahl-Farnsworth – 7
Mikaila Soto – 6
Loana Paula Muttoni – 5
Rachel Baker – 5
Katerina Kyptova – 4
Lise Thexton – 4
Pamela Slemmons – 4
Antoinette Downie – 4
Venus Nguyen – 4
Nathalie Foreau – 4
Eva Pogacnik – 4
Jodi Boam – 4
Reshanna Boswell – 4

MEN’S PHYSIQUE:
Jacke Alvarez and Joseph Lee are a lock for the Olympia Showdown. After that Jake Campus looks like he’ll get in with 12 points. There are two shows remaining on the schedule (both on August 29th) and that will determine the rest of the field. Right now Andre Ferguson and Michael Balan are in the top five but there are a number of competitors that could mathematically knock them out of the top five.

Men’s Physique Olympia Point Series Top Spots: As of August 21, 2015
Jake Alvarez – 16
Joseph Lee – 14
Jake Campus – 12
Andre Ferguson – 11
Michael Balan – 10
Alex Carneiro – 9
Patrick Fulgham – 9
A.J. Shukoori – 8
John Nguyen – 7
Arash Rahbar – 7
Logan Franklin – 7
Geobanny Paula – 6

MEN’S BODYBUILDING
There are two shows remaining and after the Texas Pro finals we’ll have a clearer picture of who could get in. It’s safe to say Victor Martinez and Johnny Jackson are in with 14 points. Branch Warren looks to be a lock with 13 points and is slated to compete at the Atlantic City show (the last remaining qualifier on August 29th). Steve Kuclo is in 4th but is competing in the Texas Pro and undoubtedly will move out of that spot after the show. Justin Compton and Brad Rowe are tied for fourth with 11 points. Compton has announced he won’t compete in the Olympia even if he does qualify. Michael Lockett could move up after Texas as could Robert Piotrkowicz, both are on the outside of the top five but in striking distance with 9 points.

UPDATED – Johnnie Jackson won the Texas Pro, Steve Kuclo finished in second and Robert Piotrkowicz’s third place finish shook things up a bit. If Lockett enters the Atlantic City show and finishes in the top five he will bump Compton and Rowe out of the final spot. If Branch wins next week he’d be out of the point series and Locket, Compton (not competing regardless) and Rowe would be in.

Men’s Bodybuilding Olympia Point Series Top Spots: As of August 22, 2015
Steve Kuclo – 15
Victor Martinez – 14
Branch Warren – 13
Robert Piotrkowicz – 12
Justin Compton – 11
Brad Rowe – 11
Michael Lockett – 11
Evan Centopani – 8
Renaldo Gairy – 8

Check back for more updates.



Amazon.com Named Official Retail Sponsor of the 2015 Olympia


American Media, Inc. Announces Amazon.com as “Official Retail Sponsor” of 2015 Olympia Fitness & Performance Weekend
NEW YORK, August 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ – American Media, Inc. (AMI) today announced that Amazon.com would be the official retail sponsor of the world famous Olympia Fitness & Performance weekend in 2015 – which is likely to be the highest attended weekend yet.

The 2015 Olympia Weekend is ‘Presented by’ title sponsor Ultimate Nutrition and will be ‘Brought to you’ by our new official retail sponsor Amazon.com. It consists of the Mr. Olympia bodybuilding competition and the Fitness & Performance Expo. Mr. Olympia offers fans a chance to see the world’s greatest bodybuilders in action. At the Expo, men and women with a passion for health and fitness can discover the latest nutritional supplements and try the newest workout gear. With a record setting 55,000 in attendance and over 1,000 exhibitor booths last year, the event continues to grow as even more fans and brands are expected in 2015. The Expo and competition will be held in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Convention Center and the Orleans Arena on September 17-20.

The Amazon.com Olympia Fitness & Performance Weekend sponsorship will include a considerable amount of features. For the Mr. Olympia competition, Amazon.com will be the exclusive sponsor of the live video stream, which generated 4 million views last year. And along with Ultimate Nutrition’s logo, the Amazon.com logo will be positioned alongside the official Olympia logo wherever it is displayed at the Orleans Arena and LVCC, including the main stage at the Expo where popular contests such as the Bikini Model Search, Men’s Model Search, Kick Boxing and the Strongman Challenge are held.

“With Amazon being the world’s premier online retailer, we couldn’t think of a better retail sponsor for the Mr. Olympia weekend. Amazon has shown a great appreciation for the sport of bodybuilding and the culture that has grown with it,” said AMI Chairman, CEO and President David Pecker. “This is a win-win for everyone, as Amazon will surely strengthen its presence amongst the fitness community while Olympia gets the ultimate retail sponsor.”

About American Media, Inc.
American Media, Inc. (AMI) owns and operates the leading print and digital celebrity and active lifestyle media brands in the United States. AMI’s titles include National Enquirer, Star, OK!, Globe, National Examiner, Soap Opera Digest, Men’s Fitness, Muscle & Fitness, Flex and Muscle & Fitness Hers. AMI also manages 14 different digital sites including RadarOnline.com, OKmagazine.com, MensFitness.com and MuscleandFitness.com. AMI’s magazines have a combined total circulation of 2.1+ million and reach more than 35 million men and women each month. AMI’s digital properties reach an average of 50 million unique visitors and 348 million page views monthly.



2015 IFBB Tahoe Pro Figure Competitors


2015 IFBB Tahoe Pro Figure Competitors
1. Shalako Bradberry
2. Amanda Doherty
3. Krista Dunn
4. Natalia Fermin
5. Wendy Fortino
6. Tori Gage
7. Chrissy Garcia
8. Kassie Kemmis
9. Karen Noorlun
10. Andre Paynter
11. Maria Scotland
12. Bojana Vasiljevic
13. Megan Wyble

EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, August 21, 2015
4pm – IFBB Pro Figure Registration & “Meet the Pros” Media Conference and Q & A. Free to the public. Located in the Montbleu Showroom.
5pm – Free Women’s Posing Clinic With IFBB Pro & Olympia Judge Sandy Williamson

Saturday, August 22, 2015
10am – Pre-Judging
6:30pm – Finals

You can watch this event live on the Bodybuilding.com Webstream.



IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro Competitors


The 2015 IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro Competitors’ lists have been announced for the August 22nd event. This is one of the few remaining shows for the IFBB pro competitors to qualify for the Olympia. Some of the divisions are loaded with competitors while others are a bit underwhelming. These lists are subject to change and often do change before showtime. Check back in the week to see any updates to the 2015 IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro show.

UPDATE – RESULTS

2015 IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro Men’s Bodybuilding Competitors
San Antonio, Texas – August 22, 2015
Paula Almeida
Jon Anderson
Henri Pierre Ano
AD Cherry
Juan Carlos Graham
Stefan Havlik
Johnnie Jackson
Kenneth Jackson
Steve Kuclo
Michael Lockett
Alison Maria
Robert Piotrkowicz

2015 IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro Men’s 212 Competitors
San Antonio, Texas – August 22, 2015
Santana Anderson
Alejandro Cambronero
Aaron Clark
Derik Farnsworth
Lorenzo Jones
Milton Martinez
David Nguyen
Bola Ojex
Angel Manuel Rangel Vargas
Larry Vinette

2015 IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro Women’s Bodybuilding Competitors
San Antonio, Texas – August 22, 2015
Irene Andersen
Christine Envall
Monique Jones
Gillian Kovack
Debi Laszewski
Margie Martin
Yaxeni Oreiquen
Virginia Sanchez
Alana Shipp
Helle Trevino
Isabelle Turrell
Aleesha Young

2015 IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Masters Women’s Pro Competitors
San Antonio, Texas – August 22, 2015
Patty Corbett
Pamela Franklin

2015 IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro Fitness Competitors
San Antonio, Texas – August 22, 2015
Marta Aguilar
Chika Aluka
Donnice Christian
Debbie Fowler
Babette Mulford
Mandy Polk
Missy Terwilliger

2015 IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro Figure Competitors
San Antonio, Texas – August 22, 2015
Yolanda Anthony
Viviana Baca Servin
B Barnett
Kendra Beasley
Mara Brown
Maggy Cambronero
Brittany Campbell
Maria Carlone Rennicker
Rachelle Carter
Kim Clark
Angela Doucette
Susana Garcia
Federica Ghezzi
Vanessa Jacobs
Katherine Lane
Bruna Miyagui
Idalia Molina
Selena Pons
Tara Ramos
Andress Ribeiriro
Denise Rose
Diana Schnaidt
Rebecca Schubeck
Nicole Sturtze
Jennifer Taylor

2015 IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro Master Figure Competitors
San Antonio, Texas – August 22, 2015
Maria Carlone Rennicker
Kim Clark
Susana Garcia
Federica Ghezzi
Vanessa Jacobs
Idalia Molina
Selena Pons
Denise Rose
Rebecca Schubeck
Nicole Sturtze
Jennifer Taylor

2015 IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro Women’s Physique Competitors
San Antonio, Texas – August 22, 2015
Star Blaylock
Beni Bueno
Desunka Dawson
Vicki Diaz
Kendel Dolen
Kristina Dybdahl-Farnsworth
Anne Luise Freitas
Jessica Gaines
Valerie Garcia Giovanoli
Lenore Gregson
Asha Hadley
Kari Hartmann
Sheronica Henton
Marnie Holley
Andrea Holliday
Cathy Jackson
Leah Johnson
Klaudia Larson
Zoa Linsey
Jill Livoti
Tracy Mason
Amber McElreath
Jodi Leigh Miller
Akane Nigro-Ismeal
Claire O’Connell
Tye Pierpont
Jennifer Robinson
Lisa Marie Sanders
Stacy Simons McDowell
Mikaila Soto
Trish Swander
Yasha

2015 IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro Masters Women’s Physique Competitors
San Antonio, Texas – August 22, 2015
Beni Bueno
Vicki Diaz
Kendel Dolen
Robin Gizzi
Lenore Gregson
Cathy Jackson
Klaudia Larson
Zoa Linsey
Jill Livoti
Tracy Mason
Amber McElreath
Jodi Leigh Miller
Claire O’Connell
Tye Pierpont
Jennifer Robinson
Lisa Marie Sanders
Stacy Simons McDowell
Sabrina Sonner
Mikaila Soto
Trish Swander
Yasha
Patricia Zazquez

This event will be held in conjunction with a NPC National Qualifying show in San Antonio, Texas.

IFBB Wings of Strength Texas Pro
August 20, 2015 – IFBB CHECK-IN and MEDIA CONFERENCE
4pm

August 21, 2015 – IFBB PREJUDGING – Men’s 212, Figure, Women’s Physique, Masters Women’s Physique, Masters Figure
9am – Prejudging
6pm – Finals

August 22, 2015 – IFBB PRO PREJDUGING – Men’s bodybuilding, Female bodybuilding, Masters Female Bodybuilding
9am – Prejudging
5pm – Finals



2015 IFBB Dallas Pro Competitors


A number of the IFBB Men’s Physique and IFBB Bikini competitors will be in Dallas, Texas this weekend for the IFBB Dallas Pro. Currently 12 Men’s Physique competitors and 20 Bikini competitors are slated to compete. This event will also play host to the IFBB Men’s Pro Wheelchair Bodybuilding competition which currently has three competitors signed up to compete. Check back later in the week for competitor list updates.

UPDATED AUGUST 11, 2015

2015 IFBB Dallas Pro Bikini Competitors
Dallas, Texas – August 15, 2015
Noy Alexander
Sarah Allen
Lea Beaumont
Marcela Cabral
Andreanne Calhoun
Laurin Conlin
Adrienne Crenshaw
Juliana Daniell
Tawna Eubanks
Eli Fernandez
Juliana Halloran
Shawn Hector-Lewis
Jazmeen Hernandez
Vladimira Krasova
Francesca Lauren
Jesica Lyda
Adrienne Ocha Dodobara
Kristina Olson
Sheiryll Ray
Chanan Siglock
Michelle Slyvia
Lindsey Waters

2015 IFBB Dallas Pro Men’s Physique Competitors
Dallas, Texas – August 15, 2015
Sunny Akhigbe
Jake Campus
Murat Demir
Miguel Frank
Logan Franklin
Tim Frost
Jorge Gonzalez
Chris Griffin
David Hill
James Hodges
Coby Lewis
Freddy Naidy
Branden Richards
Alex Woodson

2015 IFBB Dallas Pro Men’s Wheelchair Bodybuilding Competitors
Dallas, Texas – August 15, 2015
Jack Anderson
Roger Espina
Harold Kelly

Top Olympia competitors Dexter Jackson and Flex Lewis will be making an appearance.

WHEN: Saturday, August 15, 2015
WHERE: Irving Convention Center, 500 W. Las Colinas Blvd, Iving, TX

For more information visit npctexas.org.



2015 IFBB Costal USA Pro Competitors


This weekend in Atlanta, Georgia the IFBB Pro Bikini and Men’s Physique competitors will step on stage in hopes of qualifying for the Olympia. Below is the initial list of competitors slated to compete, which could change before show time. Check back later in the week for more updates.

UPDATE – RESULTS

UPDATED AUGUST 11, 2015
2015 IFBB Costal USA Pro Bikini Competitors
Atlanta, Georgia – August 15, 2015
Gemmalyn Crosby
Jessica Rene
Sherry Kubani
Samantha Maycock
Kamilah Powell
Anh Souza
Angelica Teixeira
Joana Teraseki
Kenea Yancey

2015 IFBB Costal USA Pro Men’s Physique Competitors
Atlanta, Georgia – August 15, 2015
Michael Bevins
Travales Blount
Greg Brant
Nic Dennard
Andre Ferguson
Darnell Ferguson
Jim Holocomb
Michael Johnson
Brett Jahn
Jacques Lewis
Qaadir Majeed
Dev Maxwell
Antonio Mitchell
Tyler Stines
Stephen Talamo

Coastal USA Pro Show Report Times:
Friday, August 14, 2015
Athletes Meeting – 6:00 pm

JAG Fitness
2695 Sugarloaf Parkway, Suite 1200
Lawrenceville, Georgia

Saturday, August 15, 2015
Prejudging – 11:00 am

Sugarloaf Gwinnett Center
6400 Sugarloaf Parkway
Duluth, Georgia

Night Show – 8:00 pm
Sugarloaf Gwinnett Center

For more information visit: www.jagfitness.net



2015 IFBB Golden State Pro Men’s Bodybuilding


This weekend in Sacramento, California the IFBB men will be competing for a coveted spot in the Olympia line-up. Currently, only eight IFBB Pro Bodybuilders have signed up to compete but that number is likely to increase before the show takes place on August 15, 2015.

UPDATED August 11, 2015
2015 IFBB Golden State Pro Men’s Bodybuilding Competitors
Sacramento, California – August 15, 2015
Jon Anderson
Grigori Atoyan
Adorthus Cherry
Stefan Havlik
Ken Jackson
Kevin Jordan
Cedric McMillan
An Nguyen
Robert Piotrkowicz
Manuel Romero
Mohamed Salama Olama

WHEN: Saturday, August 15, 2015
TIME: Prejudging 10am PST – Finals 6pm PST
WHERE: Sacramento Memorial Auditorium, 1515 J Street, Sacarmento, California

For more info visit: http://spectrumfitnessproductions.com/golden-state/



2015 IFBB Orange County Muscle Classic Pro Bikini


The women of the IFBB Pro Bikini division will be competing this weekend in Culver City, California for the coveted spot in the Olympia. Currently, 15 women have sent in their contracts to compete. Tana Eubanks and Noy Alexander have to be considered the favorites heading into the event. Prejudging starts at 10am with the finals getting under way at 5pm.

CONTEST RESULTS HERE.

2015 IFBB Orange County Muscle Classic Pro Bikini Competitors
August 8, 2015 – Culver City, California

Noy Alexander
Sandy Avelar
Kerne Brown
Iveth Carreon
Melissa Chanthaseng
Rachelle Dejean
Tawna Eubanks
Tamara Haddad
Lucy Huang
Michelle Mein
Amanda Otero
Annie Parker
Nina Ross
Sofia Tandilian
Nikola Weiterova



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