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Arnold Invite Lists Announced

December 23, 2010 by

Santa Claus came a little early for a few IFBB Pros. The invited lists were announced today for the 2011 Arnold. What do you think of the lists… Agree or is anyone missing?

2011 Fitness International
Myriam Capes
Regiane Da Silva
Nicole Duncan
Tina Durkin
Allison Ethier
Adela Garcia
Oksana Grishina
Tanji Johnson
Daniela O’Mara
Erin Riley
Camala Rodriguez
Sylvia Tremblay
Bethany Wagner
Trish Warren

2011 Figure International
Teresa Nicole Anthony
Cheryl Brown
Ava Cowan
Jenn Gates
Alicia Harris
Candice Keene
Chelsey Morgenstern
Larissa Reis
Natalia Revajova
Felicia Romero
Rosa-Maria Romero
Monica Specking
Erin Stern
Courtney West
Latisha  Wilder
Nicole Wilkins

2011 Bikini International
Jelena Abbou
Dina Al-Sabath
Jennifer Andrews
Jaime Baird
Jessica Clay
Missy Coles
Willeke “Wicky” Davis
Sonia Gonzales
Amanda Latona
Nathalia Melo
Shelsea Montes
Justine Munro
Nicole Nagrani
Noemi Olah
Jessica Putnam
Monique Ricardo
Alison Rosen

2011 Ms. International
Betty Adkins
Rita Maria Bello
Dayana Cadeau
Tina Chandler
Maria del Carmen Gomez
Sarah Hayes
Iris Kyle
Klaudia Larson
Debi Laszewski
Cathy LeFrancois
Yaxeni Oriquen Garcia
Jeannie Paparone
Alina Popa
Antoinette Thompson
Isabelle Turell

2011 Arnold Classic
Evan Centopani
Toney Freeman
Marius Graatrud
Dexter Jackson
Johnnie Jackson
Victor Martinez
Essa Obaid
Ben Pakulski
Robert Piotrkowicz
Ronny Rockel
Branch Warren
Roelly Winklaar
Dennis Wolf

Filed Under: Arnold Classic, News & Features

Olympian Lindsey Vonn Joins the Oakley Family

October 27, 2010 by

Lindsey Vonn, one of the best female athletes in the world, has joined forces with top sports brand Oakley. It’s great to see women getting endorsements in the sports industry. Props to Oakley for recognizing female athletes and supporting them.

PRESS RELEASE via oakley.com.

WORLD-CLASS SKIER LINDSEY VONN CHOOSES OAKLEY GOGGLES AND SUNGLASSES
Alpine Champion Relies on Oakley’s Unbeatable Performance Technology

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif., Oct. 26, 2010 – Oakley, Inc. today announced that Lindsey Vonn, the most dominant female skier in the world, has chosen to rely on the premium technologies of Oakley goggles and sunglasses to further her extraordinary skiing career. A devotee of Oakley performance and style, Vonn will be joining the company’s global women’s eyewear team. With Lindsey’s World Championship titles, World Cup victories and Olympic gold, the partnership pairs the best in women’s alpine skiing with the best in optics.

“I am thrilled to be with a brand so passionate about optics and protection,” said Lindsey Vonn. “Oakley meets all my needs with a range of lens tints, and so much more. Medals are decided by hundredths of a second, so I need assurance that my vision is perfect every time I compete, no matter what the conditions. That’s why Oakley was the obvious choice, and I wouldn’t think of entering a competition with anything less.”

“We are excited to have Lindsey join a team of world-class athletes that depend on our optics to compete at their best,” said Scott Bowers, Oakley Senior VP of Marketing. “She represents unrivaled skill and unique style, and that combination makes her a perfect fit for the Oakley brand.”

Bowers added, “Lindsey has chosen to rely on Oakley optical technology, and this aligns with our recent agreement with the U.S. Ski Team and our association with the U.S. Olympic Committee. We are thrilled to rejoin the U.S. Alpine pool as a supplier of premium performance products. Being involved once again with alpine ski racing and the World Cup adds to an already deep Oakley legacy in the many disciplines of skiing.”

Oakley High Definition Optics® (HDO®) is a collection of optical technologies engineered with the demands of athletes like Lindsey in mind. HDO provides superior clarity, unrivaled impact protection and 100% UV filtering on and off the hill. Oakley offers a full spectrum of lens tints that allow athletes to precisely match optical performance with environmental conditions, and Lindsey will take full advantage of these innovations in World Cup competition and beyond.

Lindsey’s talent was apparent at an early age and she began skiing competitively before she was 10 years old. Today she competes in five alpine ski disciplines including downhill, slalom, giant slalom, super G and women’s super combined. In doing so, she has earned two Olympic medals and achieved 33 International Skiing Federation (FIS) World Cup victories including three consecutive titles (2008, 2009 and 2010). Most recently, Lindsey was awarded two 2010 ESPYs for “Best Female Olympic Athlete” and “Best Female Athlete.”

As an elite athlete, Lindsey relies on Oakley products, and this further underscores the superiority of unparalleled innovations that have rewarded the company’s decades in optical research and development. With her choice of Oakley for performance goggles and sunglasses, Lindsey has made a commitment to be part of the Oakley family through the next Winter Olympics and beyond.

Visit Oakley.com to learn more about the company’s performance innovations and to view updates on Lindsey’s career including competition results, a dedicated profile and more.

About Oakley, Inc.
Established in 1975 and headquartered in Southern California, Oakley is one of the leading sports brands in the world. The holder of more than 600 patents, Oakley is continually seeking problems, solving them with inventions and wrapping those inventions in art. This philosophy has made Oakley one of the most iconic and inimitable brands on the market, with innovations that world-class athletes around the globe depend on to compete at the highest level possible. Oakley is famed for its insuperable lens technologies such as High Definition Optics® (HDO®) which is incorporated into all Oakley sun and prescription eyewear, and goggles. Oakley has extended its leadership position as the world’s leading sports eyewear brand into apparel, footwear and accessories collections. Laser focused on the consumer, Oakley has both men’s and women’s product lines that target Sports Performance, Active and Lifestyle consumers. Oakley is a subsidiary of Luxottica Group (NYSE: LUX; MTA: LUX). Additional information is available at Oakley.com.

— Lindsey photo via Oakley.com

Filed Under: News & Features

Sonia Gonzales Crowned First Bikini Olympia Champ

September 25, 2010 by

Congratulations Sonia! She was crowned the first IFBB Bikini Olympia champion. After finishing out of the top 10 in the 2009 Figure Olympia, she redeemed herself as the one to beat in the new IFBB Bikini division. Check back for a full report later.

2010 BIKINI OLYMPIA RESULTS:
1. Sonia Gonzales
2. Nathalia Melo
3. Nicole Nagrani
4. Jaime Baird
5. Amanda Latona
6. Alison Rosen
7. Shelsea Montes
8. Monique Minton
9. Dianna Dahlgren
10. Dina Al-Sabah
11. Natalie Pennington
12. Jessica Paxson-Putnam
13. Vanessa Campbell
14. Melissa Coles
15. Sherlyn Roy
16. Anca Marcus
16. Bianca Binno
16. Brooke Mora
16. Christy Merritt
16. Diana Fields
16. Jessica Jessie
16. Khanh Nguyen
16. Olah Noemi
16. Tianna Ta

Filed Under: Contest Results, Olympia

Who Will Win the First Bikini Olympia?

September 21, 2010 by

Twenty four IFBB Bikini pros will take the stage in the first ever Bikini Olympia. It’s a very impressive group of women and a number of women are legitimate contenders for the crown.

Will it be the 18 year old, Nicole Nagrani who has some of the best stage presence and a great bikini body? Nathalia Melo will look to find the winner’s circle after slipping to third in Dallas, can she do it? Amanda Latona is coming off a win at the 2010 Europa Super show. Latona has one of the best booties in the show, if not thee best. Bodybuilding shows are won from the back, will bikini be the same? It will definitely play a role in the judges decision. Sonia Gonzales has won three out of four pro shows, can she topple this competitive field? The judges have really taken a liking to Ali Rosen will she land in the winner’s circle again? Noemi Olah won her pro debut in Detroit and is a dark horse to shake things up in the top six. Shelsea Montes found her groove in the middle of the season and could be in the mix for a top six spot. Jaime Baird has consistently been in the top five of every show, will she keep her streak alive? Dianna Dahlgren has a win under her suit, will she be able to hang with the curvier girls in this line up? Monique Minton slipped out of the top five in Dallas and will look to move back up in the mix here. Jessica Jessie is in a similar boat, she slid in Detroit and will be playing catch up this week to get back in the mix. Dina Al-Sabah will be the first and only competitor to compete in the first Figure Olympia and now the first Bikini Olympia. She should find herself in the top two callouts.

It’s a tough one to call. My top three in no particular order… Nicole Nagrani, Amanda Latona and Nathalia Melo. Who do YOU think will win the first ever bikini Olympia? Share your thoughts in the comments field and cast your vote below.

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Filed Under: Olympia, Polls

2010 IFBB Detroit Pro Bikini Results

September 18, 2010 by

Three 2010 Bikini Olympia qualifications were up for grabs in Detroit. It was Noemi Ola, the newbie from Hungary, that stole the show. The blonde bombshell won her class at the 2010 Arnold Amateur Bikini and successfully petitioned for her pro card. She was the unanimous choice in the judge’s eyes in her pro debut. Also making her pro debut was Christy Merritt from St. Louis, Missouri. Christy earned her pro card at the 2010 NPC Jr USA. These two women prove that the judges don’t play favorites or simply having a “name” in the industry grants you a win. Rounding out the top three was Dina Al-Sabah. This was the best she had looked and deserved the nod. She was in the first Figure Olympia and now she will be in the first Bikini Olympia. Jessica Clay looked her best and found herself in fourth. Davana Medina made her bikini debut and finished in fifth. The 3x Figure Olympia champ was still a bit too muscular and needed a little better posing to hang with the top three.


IFBB DETROIT PRO BIKINI RESULTS
1. Noemi Olah
2. Christy Merritt
3. Dina Al-Sabah
4. Jessica Clay
5. Davana Medina
6. Jessica Jessie
7. Bianca Binno
8. Melissa Frabbiele
9. Kira Rivera
10. Zara Pineda-Boorder
11. Stefanie Lindsey
12. Janet Harding
13. Michelle Lamb
14. Beth White
15. Nicole Coleman

I will post video of the women posing and give my complete review on this show shortly. Check back for more coverage and from Detroit.

Filed Under: Contest Results, IFBB

IFBB Detroit Pro Candid Photos

September 18, 2010 by

Last night the ladies checked in for the IFBB Detroit Pro Bikini competition. It was a quick and easy process for the women. Head Judge Steve Weinberger let the ladies know how the show would run and when to meet for the event. Here’s a look at some of the IFBB Bikini ladies.

Janet Harding, Kira Rivera and Jessica Jessie staying hydrated.

Davana Medina and Dina Al-Sabah arrive.

Davana Medina and Dina Al-Sabah shared the Figure Olympia stage together.
Will they make it to the Bikini Olympia?

Follow all the action here on hardbody and on twitter.com/hardbodynews.

Filed Under: Behind the Scenes, IFBB & NPC

Live Coverage from the IFBB Detroit Pro

September 16, 2010 by

Follow all the action from the 2010 IFBB Detroit Pro. This is the last chance to qualify before next week’s Olympia. There are a number of story lines to watch throughout the weekend. The biggest news is the return of IFBB Figure Pro Davana Medina as she tries her heels in the new bikini division. Can she make the cut and return to the Olympia stage? Follow along and find out.

You can stay on this page and watch the twitter updates or follow us on twitter @hardbodynews with the hashtag #IFBBdet. Prejudging begins on Saturday afternoon.


Filed Under: IFBB

Last Chance to Qualify at IFBB Detroit Pro Bikini

September 14, 2010 by

This weekend 15 IFBB Bikini Pros will take the stage in Detroit, Michigan. Three Olympia qualifications are up for grabs and only Jessica Jessie & Bianca Binno are qualified in the line up. Figure Olympia Champ, Davana Medina will make her return to the stage in the new bikini division.

Davana has been training with Ms. Fitness Olympia, Adela Garcia since announcing her return earlier this year. When I spoke with Adela over the weekend she told me Davana was looking good and expected her to do well. Davana has to land in the top three if she hopes to compete in the first ever bikini Olympia. As a past Figure Champion, she could compete in Figure but not Bikini. Olympians are only eligible to compete in the division they won.

Dina Al-Sabah will look to move up from last weekend’s fifth place finish and has a solid chance here. Bianca Binno doesn’t have the most muscle on stage but does have a pleasing bikini body. She’ll look to take some momentum into the Olympia and the pressure is off her since she’s already qualified. Nicole Coleman turned pro in Figure at the 2009 Team Universe and has competed as a pro in Figure but will make the switch to bikini here. Melissa Frabbiele will make a return to the stage and is another woman who is trying her hand at the bikini division. Melissa has held her own in Figure competitions but how will she do in Bikini? Janet Harding gets the award for most persistent bikini competitor of the year. I think she’s competed in more bikini shows than any woman. Jessica Jessie is looking to snag her first win before heading to Vegas next week. She has a strong chance at getting the win here but it won’t be easy. Michelle Lamb will make her pro debut and has one of the better bikini booties in the line up. Christy Merritt took home one of the two pro cards from this year’s 2010 NPC JR USA and will be making her debut. Noemi Olah of Hungary was the Arnold Amateur Bikini B Class winner. She’s a stunning blonde who could turn a few heads at this show. Zara Pineda-Boorder is also wasting no time getting into the mix. She achieved IFBB Pro status at the North Americans just a couple weeks ago. Look for her to represent Canada well in this contest. Beth White and Michelle Lamb both turned pro at the 2010 NPC Jr Nationals, a contest where Jessica Jessie took top honors.

This is the last chance for bikini competitors to qualify for next week’s Bikini Olympia. Someone will leave Detroit with their first IFBB Pro Bikini win. Who will it be? Follow the action on here and twitter as we cover the event. Those of you following along via twitter we’ll be using #IFBBdet as the hash tag.

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Filed Under: IFBB

IFBB Tournament of Champions Bikini Results & Review

September 13, 2010 by

The 2010 IFBB Tournament of Champions took place in Culver City, California over the weekend. Promoter, Jon Lindsay did another tremendous job with this contest which was held in conjunction with a NPC event. It was refreshing to see a large turnout (18) from the pro bikini competitors. The top three women qualified for next weekend’s first ever Bikini Olympia. Sonia Gonzales notched her third win in the bikini division. Her only loss was in Pittsburgh to Nathalia Melo. Rookies Brooke Mora and Anca Marcus both qualified in their first pro shows.

Below are the results of the show and my opinions on the competition.

1. Sonia Gonzales – Sonia has definitely improved her physique since the first show. She’s not the curviest competitor in the division but does present a nice overall package. I’d like to see her improve her presentation a bit for the Olympia but it was an improvement from Pittsburgh. She has to be considered a top five Olympia threat with three wins to her credit in the division.

2. Brooke Mora – Brooke made an impressive debut and stood out beyond just being one of the taller competitors. She has a great look and a very pleasing physique. I wouldn’t have argued if she was in the first place spot at the end of the night. She has a pretty long torso compared to the other women and it will be interesting to see how she stacks up in the Olympia. She should land in the top 10 and potentially the top 6.

3. Anca Marcus – Anca has a nice physique and as expected made an immediate impact in her pro debut. She snagged third place by just a couple of points over Zhanna and Dina. I’d like to see her slow her posing down just a bit but overall a nice job.

4. Zhanna Rotar – Zhanna was definitely improved from her first bikini competition earlier in the year. It’s nothing personal but I didn’t see her in the top five at this show. I think she has a little too much muscle still for the division and a little thick in the waist compared to the other women.  Props to her for improving and getting the nod for a top five spot though.

5. Dina Al-Sabah – Dina continues to refine her physique for the bikini division and this was the best she’s looked since returning to the stage. I wouldn’t have argued with her being in the top three here and she was 2 points away from it. She does carry some muscle in her legs but I don’t see her being too much different from Amanda Latona in that department.

6. Jennifer Deitrick – Jennifer has a nice body and a killer bikini booty. The only thing I notice with Jennifer is when she presents it doesn’t look genuine. It comes across like it’s a fake smile and not one that is natural.

7. Christina Vargas – Christina looked more at home in the bikini division than Figure. She looked a little nervous in her bikini debut and could have presented in a more relaxed manner. If she improves her presentation and brings a little tighter booty I could see her moving up into a top five spot.

8. Vanessa Prebyl – Vanessa wasted no time getting into the thick of things in the pro ranks. She turned pro at the JR USAs and had an impressive debut. Maybe a little more roundness to her booty but overall she has a nice bikini look.

9. Jessica Clay – Jessica has a good bikini look and if she can bring a tighter booty to the stage could move up. When she first comes on stage she seems a bit nervous but by the end of her posing she seems more at ease. I’d like to see her bring a bit more confidence to the stage to help her stand out a little more.

10. Michelle Gullett – An attractive woman and when she smiles you’re drawn to her. I thought her bikini suit bottoms were a bit too big in the back and not flattering to her butt. She needs to come in a bit tighter in the booty area to move up in the placings.

11. Nicole Moneer-Guerrero – Nicole has improved her presentation with every show. She needed to come in a bit tigher in the glutes and hamstrings to move up.

12. Rachel Labender – Rachel has a cute look. I wasn’t crazy about her suit at the USAs and I had similar thoughts on her choice here. The top wasn’t flattering and the bottoms had a some distracting metal thingies. Yes, thingies. She needed to be a bit tighter from the back as well.

13. Kat Holmes – This was probably the best Kat has looked as a pro but her lower half still holds her back. She’s battling the genetics of being very hippy. Her suit looked a bit small and almost like a thong in some poses.

14. Cathy Miller – Cathy also wasted no time getting into the pro ranks after turning pro at the NPC USAs. She’s a pretty woman with a nice looks. She’s a little straight up and down in structure. If she can pose herself with the illusion of more curviness I could see her move up. I think a different suit cut to her bottom may help with that look from the back as well.

15. Michele D’Angona – One of the shorter competitors Michele has the challenge of not looking blocky in the waist. She needed to be tighter and present her angles better. Popping your hip to the judges will make you look bigger, she needed to pop her hip away from the judges to create an illusion of being smaller.

16. Jennifer Celeste – Taking over a year off since turning pro this was Jennifer’s debut. She missed the mark this time and came in off with her conditioning. She’s a pretty woman but needs to come in much tighter her next show if she hopes to move up.

17. Natalie Pennington – Natalie has an exotic look and is qualified for the Olympia with her second place finish in New Zealand. She’s pretty flat in the booty department and it wasn’t tight enough to move up into a higher spot. I think the white suit earlier in the year looked better on her.

18. Karen Mullarkey – Karen made the move to bikini from Figure for the first time and unfortunately it wasn’t the finished I’m sure she’d hoped for. I would have had her a few places higher but her back side wasn’t quite tight enough.

Check out photos on FLEXonline.com and IFBBpro.com from this competition.

Filed Under: IFBB

Hardbody Figure Olympia Poll

September 13, 2010 by

The Figure Olympia will be here in no time and Nicole Wilkins-Lee will look to defend her title. A number of women have their sights set on the champ and will look to dethrone her in Las Vegas. Davana Medina and Jenny Lynn successfully defended their Figure Olympia titles, can Nicole?

Many feel Erin Stern has the best chance at the title but what do you think? Will Nicole repeat or will someone else be the next Figure Olympia queen?

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Filed Under: Olympia

2010 Tournament of Champions Pro Bikini Preview & HARDBODY Poll

September 8, 2010 by

This Saturday, 18 IFBB Bikini Pros will take the stage at the IFBB Tournament of Champions held in Culver City, California. The show is the second-to-last competition for those hoping to lock in a spot in the first Bikini Olympia. There are a number of women making their pro debuts and a few familiar names. We’ll be there covering the action and tweeting the coverage with the hashtag #IFBBTOC.



My Top Contenders:
Dina Al-Sabah has steadily improved with every show and has found her way around the new division. She teamed up with TEAM BOMBSHELL a few weeks ago and the results have paid off. Look for her to be one of the names called out in the top five.

Jennifer Celeste will be making her pro debut. She turned pro at the 2009 NPC JR Nationals and has good bikini physique. Since we haven’t seen her on stage in over a year it’s a roll of the dice on what her current physique looks like in a bikini. Jennifer is currently living in Los Angeles and has the added advantage of not having to travel.

Sonia Gonzales has two pro bikini shows to her credit but they were the first two pro shows of the year. She was the runner-up at the Pittsburgh Pro to Nathalia Melo however Melo lost to Latona, who Sonia beat at The Muscle Contest. Confused? Don’t be. Sonia has streamlined her physique with the help of trainer Kim Oddo and will be presenting a much different look than the one we saw at the beginning of the year. The key to Sonia’s success is her stage presence. If she can “own it” and present with confidence she’ll be the one to beat.

Anca Marcus will be making her pro debut. Anca, originally from Romania, successfully petitioned the IFBB Pro League and was granted pro status. She won the overall bikini title at the NPC Orange County Muscle Classic and was the runner-up to Amanda Latona at the 2009 California State Bikini Championships. We haven’t seen her against this type of competition however she has a solid track record and physique to make a case for a top five spot here.

Brooke Mora turned pro in July at the 2010 NPC USAs. Many felt she was good enough to win the overall title there, myself included. Brooke is one of the taller competitors in the line-up and has good stage presence. If she brings a similar presentation and look to this show she could be a top contender. I like her look and would be surprised if she’s not in one of the first call-outs.

The Wild Cards:
Christina Vargas will be making her Pro bikini debut after a few tries at Figure. I think this division will suit Christina better and she could be in the mix if she brings her sass to the stage. I could see her in the mix for a top five spot here.

Jennifer Dietrick was in the mix at the 2010 Europa Super show and could be here. She’ll need to improve her stage presence and have a different suit to move up. Her suit was too small from the back and will likely be one not allowed on stage after this year’s Olympia. Jennifer has a good physique she just need to show some personality and present it with confidence.

Natalie Pennington is already qualified for the Olympia but will face some stiffer competition here. She has a nice look but needs a little more booty to hang in the top spots. We haven’t seen her on stage in a few months so perhaps she’ll bring a bit more junk in the trunk to this show.

Karen Mullarkey is competing in bikini after a few runs in the Figure division. She has the sass on stage but will her physique be in line with what the judges are looking for? We’ll have to see.

There are of course a number of other women who could be in the mix here and it all depends on who shows up with the best presentation and physique on Saturday. Get more information on the show at www.musclecontest.com and we’ll see ya in Culver City on Saturday!

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Friday, Sept 10th – 6:30 pm
Figure/Bikini athlete brief followed by check-ins. (NPC)
Radisson Hotel

Saturday, Sept 11th
10:00 am – PRO Athlete brief followed by weigh-ins/check-ins.
11:00am – Prejudging
6:30pm – Finals for all classes
Veteran’s Memorial

Filed Under: IFBB

Calorie Counting Goes Beyond Restaurants & Food Labels

September 4, 2010 by

It looks like displaying calorie counts will go beyond restaurants. Earlier this year, President Obama signed a law that will require all chain restaurants with 20 or more stores to post a calorie count. Soon consumers will see grocery stores, airlines, convenience stores and movie theaters displaying calorie counts.

The Wall Street Journal recently published a story regarding the changes. The changes are getting praise and criticisms.

The expansion stems from provisions in the health-care overhaul enacted in March. The government wants calorie listings posted to make it easier for consumers to select healthier options, and the restaurant industry backed the move so it could avoid a patchwork of local ordinances that are developing.

So far, the expansion of the calorie counts beyond restaurants has drawn praise from nutrition advocates but push-back from industries that say the original legislation was never intended to hit them.

“People don’t go to movie theaters for the primary purpose of eating,” said Gary Klein, a vice president for a group representing theater owners. “Why aren’t ballparks covered? You think the food served at ballparks is healthy?”

– Check out the full story here.

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Filed Under: NEWS, News & Features, Polls

IFBB Tournament of Champions Pro Bikini

August 20, 2010 by

There are only two shows remaining before the 2010 Olympia. Next up for the bikini pros is the IFBB Tournament of Champions held on September 11, 2010. There are three qualifying spots up for grabs. We’ll be in attendance to cover the action next month.
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Venue:
Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium
4117 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA 90230

Host Hotel:
Radisson Westside
6161 West Centinela Avenue
Culver City CA 90230-6306
Reservations: (714) 635-9000 Fax: (714) 520-5831

Time:
Saturday, Sept 11th – 11:00am – Prejudging
Saturday, Sept 11th – 6:30pm – Finals

Competitors to date (As of August 20, 2010)
Dina Al-Sabah
Jennifer Dietrick
Sonia Gonzales
Michell Gullett
Rachel Labender
Cathy Miller
Christina Vargas

Filed Under: IFBB

2010 IFBB Jacksonville Results

August 7, 2010 by

Here are the results from the IFBB Pro Contests held in Jacksonville, Florida on Saturday, August 7th, 2010.

2010 IFBB Jacksonville Pro Bikini

1. Alison Rosen
2. Jessica Paxson-Putnam
3. Jaime Baird
4. Jessica Jessie
5. Dina Al-Sabah
6. Alea Suarez
7. Vanessa Campbell
8. Diana Fields
9. Juliana Daniell
10. Kat Holmes
11. Bianca Binno
12. Khanh Nguyen
13. Michelle Adams
14. Janet Harding
15. Safiya Johnson
16. Dayna Maleton
17. Sonya Vecchiarelli
18. Amanda Marinelli

2010 IFBB Jacksonville Pro Figure

1. Candice Keene
2. Alicia Harris
3. Gennifer Strobo
4. Ava Cowan
5. Stacey Thompson
6. Josie Zamora
7. Katherynne Ramirez
8. Candice John
9. Ann Pratt
10. LaVonda Ezell
11. Teresa Anthony
12. Holly Beck
13. Kathleen Tesori
14. Elisha Archibald
15. Susanne Bock
16. Sue Upson
16. Tivisay Briceno
18. Kimberle Trowbridge
18. Taylor Condren
20. Viviana Casarubbia
20. Michelle Craven
20. Nicole Coleman
20. Brandie Gardner
20. Jennifer Hernandez
20. Catherine Holland
20. Sara Hurrle
20. Ines Jimenez
20. Danielle Kifer
20. Petra Mertl
20. Jennifer Migliacci
20. Joanne Murphy
20. Emily Nicholson
20. Mikaila Soto
20. Rosalind Vanterpool
20. Christina Vargas

Filed Under: Contest Results

IFBB Jacksonville Pro – August 6 & 7

July 28, 2010 by

The next stop for the IFBB Pro ladies will be Jacksonville, Florida where IFBB Pro Bodybuilder Dexter “The Blade” Jackson puts on his promoter hat. This contest is shaping up to be a very competitive line-up in the figure and bikini division. It’s one of the last chances to get an Olympia qualification. There will be over 30 IFBB Pro Figure competitors and 10 more in the bikini division. The top five in the figure should be a very impressive group.

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A few story lines to watch in this event. Ava Cowan, Sara Hurrle and Joanne Murphy will be making their IFBB Pro debuts. Stacey Thompson is making the switch from bikini to Figure. Michelle Adams will be back on stage for the first time in years but not as a figure competitor. She’ll be testing the water in the bikini division. Dina Al-Sabah is back looking to improve upon her Tampa showing. Bianca Binno will be making her pro debut. Jessica Paxson-Putnam will be making the switch from figure to bikini for this competition.

Here’s the unofficial competitor list as of today.

JACKSONVILLE PRO FIGURE
Teresa Anthony
Elisha Archibold
Holly Beck
Susanne Bock
Tivisay Briceno
Vivian Alejandra Casarubbia
Nicole Coleman
Taylor Condren
Ava Cowan
Michelle Craven
Brandie Gardner
Alicia Harris
Jennifer Hernandez
Catherine Holland
Sara Hurrle
Ines Jimenez
Candice Keene
Danielle Kifer
Petra Mertl
Jennifer Migliacci
Joanne Murphy
Emily Nicholson
Ann Pratt
Katherynne Ramirez
Mikaila Soto
Gennifer Strobo
Kathleen Tesori
Stacey Thompson
Kimmy Trowbridge
Sue Upson
Christina Vargas
Josie Zamora

JACKSONVILLE PRO BIKINI
Michelle Adams
Dina Al-Sabah
Jaime Baird
Bianca Binno
Diana Fields
Safiya Johnson
Amanda Marinelli
Dayna Maleton
Jessica Paxson-Putnam

This show is held next weekend in Jacksonville, Florida. Prejudging will take place on Friday August 6th and the finals are Saturday, August 7th.
Visit: dexterjacksonclassic.com for more information.

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Hartford Europa Show Of Champions – IFBB Bikini Preview

July 21, 2010 by

The competition schedule is in full swing and this weekend marks another IFBB Bikini event. Ten women are slated to compete in this weekend’s Europa Show of Champions and it is an interesting line-up. The obvious headline in bikini is 3x Figure Olympia Davana Medina returning to the stage but in the bikini division. ** UPDATE – Davana Medina has withdrawn from this show.hartford

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The Hardbody Breakdown:
Jelena Abbou – Beautiful woman who is back to bikini after a stint another stint in Figure at the New York Pro. I like her physique for the bikini division. Her biggest challenge will be the booty. Can she bring in a tight bottom to make it into a top three spot?

Dianna Dahlgren – Dianna sky-rocketed to the top of the fitness modeling world in a relatively short time. There’s no question she has the face and the booty but she’ll need to bring some of that 20 year old sass to the stage. In my opinion, she got the shaft in her first bikini contest with a seventh place finish but will redeem herself in Hartford. This will be her second IFBB show and I have her as a top three contender.

Diana Fields – Diana was 4th last week in Tampa and will look to improve on it here. She’ll have her work cut out for her though. Personally, I’d like to see Diana pose without opening her moth and gasping during every other pose. The photos don’t show how her physique is presented on stage but if she showcases her physique a little classier she’ll be in the mix.

Kelly Gonzalez – This will be Kelly’s pro debut after turning pro at the NPC Team Universe event. We’ll see how she fairs against a few “seasoned” bikini pros.

Janet Harding – Janet seems to be trying everything under the sun to move up into a top spot. She’s changed not only her posing but her suit with nearly every show she’s entered. While her stage presence has improved I still see the cards stacked against her in this line-up. I don’t want to say she can’t place higher but I don’t see her in the top five here.

Kat Holmes – Kat has improved her stage presence and presentation but still plagued by coming in tight enough in her bottom half. Can she bring a tighter physique here and move up? We’ll see if a week made any difference. She was 5th in Tampa.

Jessica Jessie – Another rookie making her debut. Jessica was the overall champ at the 2010 NPC Jr. Nationals and it was her stage presence that gave her the win. She’ll bring an improved physique to the stage and has the stage presence the judges gravitate towards. I look for her to be one of the top three at this show.

Tabitha Klausen-Leandri – Tabitha is one of the dark horses in this show. She placed 8th in her pro debut at the NY Bikini Pro. She has the looks and if she brings in a tighter booty and a new suit look for her to be in the top 5 at this show.

Davana Medina – The 3x Figure Olympia returns to the stage to try her hand at bikini. It will be interesting to see how she presents her physique and how her body compares as a bikini competitor. It’s a coin toss as to where she will finish but I’d go “heads” with her finishing in the top spots.

Natalie Waples – Natalie made the transition Figure to Bikini at the Tampa Pro and finished at the bottom of the pack. She will need to bring a better suit and some personality to the stage if she hopes to move up. I think she has a better bikini body than figure but will need to improve on the little details to place higher.

My Top Picks: Dianna Dahlgren, Jessica Jessie, Davana Medina, Tabitha Klausen-Leandri & Jelena Abbou.

Who do you have in your fab five?

I will be there covering the action for FLEX magazine, Bodybuilding.com, NPC NEWS and IFBBPro.com. Check back for updates throughout the weekend.

Filed Under: IFBB

2010 IFBB Europa Battle of Champions competitor lists

July 19, 2010 by

The IFBB Tampa Pro show brought quite a few surprises in terms of competitors and placings, but on the heels of Tampa, comes another 5 IFBB Pro Contests (2 for the men). Here is the tentative pro lineup (not final lists) for the 2010 Europa Battle of Champions, set for July 23-24, in Hartford, Connecticut.

 
2010 Europa Battle of Champions Figure

1 – Tivisay Briceno (USA)
2 – Rachel Cammon (USA)
3 – Melody Clere (USA)
4 – Jennifer DeJoya (USA)
5 – Ginette Delhaes (Canada)
6 – LaVonda Ezell (USA)
7 – Mia Finnegan (USA)
8 – Aleisha Hart (Canada)
9 – Caroline Hernandez (USA)
10 – Jennifer Hernandez (USA)
11 – Candice Keene (USA)
12 – Julie Ann Kulla (USA)
13 – Michele Mayberry (USA)
14 – Petra Mertl (Czech)
15 – Jennifer Migliacci (USA)
16 – Hazal Nelson (USA)
17 – Vicki Nixon (USA)
18 – Kristin Nunn (USA)
19 – Marcy Porter (USA)
20 – Katherynne Ramirez (USA)
21 – Mikaila Soto (USA)
22 – Laura Sutter (USA)
23 – Gina Trochiana (USA)
24 – Terri Turner (USA)

2010 Europa Battle of Champions Bikini

1 – Dianna Dahlgreen (USA)
2 – Kelly Gonzalez (USA)
3 – Janet Harding (USA)
4 – Kat Holmes (USA)
5 – Jessica Jessie (USA)
6 – Tabitha Klausen-Leandri (USA)
7 – Davana Medina (USA)
8 – Natalie Waples (Canada)

　
2010 Europa Battle of Champions Women’s Bodybuilding

1 – Lisette Acevedo (USA)
2 – Irene Anderson (Sweden)
3 – Helen Bouchard (Canada)
4 – Brigita Brezovac (Slovenia)
5 – Sarah Bridges (United Kingdom)
6 – Maria Calo (USA)
7 – Tazzie Columb (USA)
8 – Cassandra Floyd (USA)
9 – Skadi Seifert-Frei (Germany)
10 – Elizabeth Gomez (Mexico)
11 – Aurelia Grozajova (Slovakia)
12 – Mary Ellen Jerumbo (USA)
13 – Cathy LeFrancois (Canada)
14 – Wendy McCready (United Kingdom)
15 – Elizabeth Meza (Mexico)
16 – Tammy Patnode (USA)
17 – Rita Rae (USA)
18 – Daniela Sell (Switzerland)

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IFBB Tampa Pro Results

July 17, 2010 by

2010 IFBB Tampa Pro Bikini results

1. Nicole Nagrani
2. Jaime Baird
3. Vanessa Campbell
4. Diana Fields
5. Kat Holmes
6. Dinah Al-Sabah
7. Nathalie Mur
8. Natalie Waples
9. Janet Harding
10. Jessica Clay

Scorecard Results with Points

 

2010 IFBB Tampa Pro Women’s Bodybuilding results

1. Brigita Brezovac
2. Tina Chandler
3. Cathy LeFrancois
4. Helen Bouchard
5. Nicole Ball
6. Dayana Cadeau
7. Debbie Bramwell
8. Antoinette Thompson
9. Lisette Acevedo
10. Emery Miller
11. Nancy Lewis
12. Jennifer Sedia
13. Skadi Frei-Seifert
14. Candice Carr-Archer
15. Beni Lopez
16. Wendy McCready
17. Jena Mackey
18. Andrea Ferreira Carvalho
18. Aurelia Grozajova
18. Beverly DiRenzo
18. Carmen Knights
18. Daniela Sell
18. Irene Andersen
18. Mary Ellen Jerumbo
18. Mercedes Bazemore
18. Myriam Bustamante
18. Tracy Mason
18. Gusmary Villalobos

Scorecard Results with Points

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Tampa Pro: Press Conference Report & Photos

July 16, 2010 by

The 2010 IFBB Tampa Pro officially kicked off today with a media/press conference. The 202 men’s bodybuilding weighed in and the ladies got a little show with Jose Raymond having to strip down to make weight. It was probably the most exciting part of the entire event. If promoters want to create more interest in pro bodybuilding I think they should make the bodybuilders strip down and weigh in like they do in the UFC or boxing. The competitors would likely be against it because at that level their bodies change dramatically from one day to the next. Which is even more reason to do it… XYZ competitor make look flat as a pancake at weigh-ins and everyone rules him/her out. Come show time he or she is carbed up and water depleted, looking like a different person.

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Cathy speaking at the media conference.

The female bodybuilders are representing in a big way here and it will be a very competitive show. Whoever lands in the top five here should be very proud. Cathy LeFrancois is looking for another win, while Nicole Ball is rock’n a new hair cut and a couple more pounds from last year. Dayna Cadeau said she teamed up with fellow IFBB Pro George Farah for her prep and is ready to shock some people. Tina Chandler said she would be around 8 pounds bigger than last year and was looking it but in a good way. We’ll find out who has done their homework tomorrow morning at the prejudging.

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Nicole Nagrani joins jug nation. Hell ya!

The bikini competition is relatively small with only 10 competitors in it but the top 3 spots will be tough. I’m still going with the young jugger, Nicole Nagrani for the win but she has her work cut out for her. Dina Al-Sabah is back and will be a contender. Kat Holmes was looking leaner than usual at the press conference and Jaime Baird is hungry for her first win. The bikini prejudging takes place tomorrow morning as well.

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Team Bombshell is in the house, representing 1/2 the bikini field.

Check out all the photos on Bodybuilding.com. Follow the coverage live on twitter.com/BBcomcontests throughout the weekend.

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Tampa Pro Bikini Preview

July 13, 2010 by

This weekend ten IFBB Bikini Pros will take the stage in Tampa. Prejudging begins Saturday morning and the finals will follow later that night.

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The show will be an interesting mix of competitors. Dina Al-Sabah will return to the stage for the first time since 2006. Those counting her out of a top spot clearly haven’t seen the physique she’ll be rock’n on Saturday. Jaime Baird will look for her first bikini pro win. She was third at the PA Pro Bikini behind Nathalia Melo and Sonia Gonzalez. Vanessa Campbell will make her pro debut one week after her NPC Team Universe class win. She edged out Bianca Binno by one point and will look to continue her winning ways in Tampa. Jessica Clay will try her hand at the bikini division after competing in fitness and figure in the NPC. We last saw her on stage at the 2009 Atlantic City Figure. Diana Fields will make her pro debut just weeks after turning pro at the 2010 NPC Jr. Nationals. Janet Harding continues to find improve her presentation and will be back for another crack at the division. Kat Holmes steadily improved in the earlier shows, if she brings in a tighter backside than Orlando she will be in the mix. Nathalie Mur is one competitor I’m not familiar with. She’s listed as competing from France and a search showed she was in the 2010 Arnold Amateur, so I’m not sure where/when she turned pro. If anyone has some insight, let me know. Nicole Nagrani is the 2010 NPC Team Universe Overall Bikini champ and should be a top contender in her pro debut. She’s a natural when it comes to presenting a bikini physique and if anyone is looking for a good example of how to pose, check her out. Natalie Waples will make the trip down from Canada to try her hand at the bikini division. She was always on the smaller side of the figure competitions and should be more in her element here.

My Olmypia qualifying predictions:
1. Nicole Nagrani – I’m going out on a limb and saying the rookie steals the show in her debut.
2. Jaime Baird – Jaime has the experience over the other competitors and should find herself at ease at this show. Look for her to be in the top three and challenging for the crown.
3. Dina Al-Sabah – Dina will be rock’n the hardbody and show why she’s a fan favorite. She has natural sex appeal and if she can present her physique to suit the bikini division she’ll be in the mix.

It will be interesting to see how everyone matches up in this show. Who do you like for the win and the Olympia qualifying spots?

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IFBB Tampa Pro Competition

July 12, 2010 by

The season is in full swing and there’s a competition every weekend. Next up… The IFBB Tampa Pro in where else but Tampa, Florida. I’ll be heading there on Thursday and covering all the action for Bodybuilding.com. This time around I’ll be tweeting under the twitter account @BBcomContests. Follow that twitter account and those of you contributing to the Tampa Pro coverage use the hashtag #tampapro.

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Here’s the Tampa Pro Line-ups as of today. I’m certain these will change before show time. The 2010 Team Universe overall champ, Nicole Nagrani told me she will be entering this competition and could be an immediate threat to the top three. Vanessa Campbell who also turned pro at the Team Universe contest over the weekend also mentioned she’ll be entering the event.

2010 Tampa Pro Bikni
Dina Al-Sabah
Jamie Baird
Jessica Clay
Janet Harding
Kat Holmes
Nathalie Mur
Natalie Waples
*Nicole Nagrani
*Vanessa Campbell
*not confirmed as of yet

The women’s bodybuilding line-up is looking VERY competitive and should be one of the toughest shows of the year.

2010 Tampa Pro Women’s Bodybuilding
Lisette Acevedo
Irene Andersen
Nicole Ball
Mercedes Bazemore
Helen Bouchard
Debbie Bramwell
Brigita Brezovac
Myriam Bustamante
Dayana Cadeau
Candice Carr-Archer
Andrea Ferreira Carvalho
Tina Chandler
Beverly DiRenzo
Skadi Seifert-Frei
Aurelia Grozajova
Mary Ellen Jerumbo
Carmen Knights
Cathy LeFrancois
Nancy Lewis
Beni Lopez
Tracy Mason
Wendy McCready
Emery Miller
Jennifer Sedia
Daniela Sell
Antoinette Thompson
Gusmary Villalbos

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Tanji Johnson Wears Multiple Hats

April 2, 2010 by

Preparing for a fitness competition is challenging. Preparing for one while co-promoting another is even more difficult, unless you’re IFBB Fitness Pro Tanji Johnson. Last weekend, Tanji wore a few hats throughout the day. Promoting a show it’s not as simple as putting your name on the poster. At any given time throughout the even you’d see her coordinating schedules, hosting a free rehearsal for the women the night before, putting out fires and jumping on stage to bust out a guest posing routine.  “It was EXHAUSTING but exhilarating,” said Tanji.

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Tanji helping a competitor out backstage.

When asked how it was preparing for the NY PRO while promoting a show Tanji said, “To be honest, it was super tough balancing my contest prep with the promotion of such a big show. I basically ate 3 meals and got 3 hours of sleep for 3 days straight during this weekend. Fortunately, my routine is solid and I’m already in shape so those 3 days didn’t hurt me. It was important to prioritize my job as a promoter first to ensure success and now I had 5 days to rest and dial everything in so that I can try to win this show.”

Tanji wasn’t slated to guest perform at her own show. IFBB Fitness Pro Laura Mak was scheduled to perform but her father passed away and was unable to make the trip.

Check out the full results and photos from the event here. Congratulations to all the competitors and to Tanji for a successful event! Below are a few other photos courtesy of Tanji Johnson.

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The Fitness Industries BADDEST Party of the Year

March 3, 2010 by

This weekend in Columbus, Ohio the fitness industry will be treated to the baddest party of the year. Promoter extraordinaire, Jason Dhir never ceases to amaze with his production and this year looks to be no different. We’re a proud sponsor of this party and look for our HARDBODY banner hanging at the event on Saturday night. There’s also a “Freq’d Friday” Warm-Up Party this Friday Night.

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SATURDAY NIGHT March 6th at BoMA…
At 9pm on Saturday night March 6th in Columbus, Ohio; Jason Dhir will open the gates to fitness industries Biggest, Baddest and most Revolutionary After-Party Ever. Since 2004, the Charity After-Bash MEGA-Party has set the standard for After-Parties, bringing in Hollywood celebrities, over the top entertainment and hundreds of pro athletes and models from around the globe. Voted as the Fitness Industries #1 After-Party 6 years in a row in Columbus during the event Weekend, this year’s overboard and underground MEGA-Party promises to be the best bash yet!

To Purchase Tickets In Advance: www.jasondhir.com or click here.

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*Please Note that the Charity After-Bash is NOT associated or affiliated with any other parties or events during the Classic Weekend*
There’s only ONE MEGA-PARTY in town… and THIS IS IT!


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Hardbody Visitor’s Guide to the Phoenix Pro

February 18, 2010 by

I had the chance to check out the area in and around this weekend’s Phoenix Pro after a recent photo shoot. Here’s a look at some information that may be helpful to those of you attending this weekend’s event.
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Those of you flying into Phoenix will find it’s about 25 minutes from the airport to the host hotel. Ordinarily it’s about a 15 minute drive but there is construction en route to the hotel. Once you arrive you should be pleased with the accommodations.

Transportation:
• A car service to the hotel is a flate $35 fee. The number to call is 480-251-1451 for this service.
• Cab – will cost you around $40-50 but could be more depending on traffic.
• $16-$20 SuperShuttle – cheapest way but will also take you the longest.

Host Hotel:
Marriott Phoenix Mesa
200 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201
Phone: (480) 898-8300

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Front of the host hotel.

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View of the pools at the host hotel.

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Another look at the back of the host hotel.

There’s a Starbucks in the lobby for your morning jolt and a restaurant (Café Azul) that should have a special menu as well as a reasonably priced regular menu.  There are refrigerators in every room, which competitors will find quite handy to keep their food. The hotel also has a number of microwaves that competitors can use. The internet is free and there is a business center should you need to use a computer other than your own. Roll-aways are available at check-in should you feel the need to have a slumber party in your room.

Gyms:
The hotel gym has a few pieces of cardio but beyond that you’ll likely want to find another place to hit the weights. I was able to score a dozen free passes to the local YMCA that is walking distance from the hotel. If you’re interested in one of these passes email me and I’ll save one for you find me on Friday and I can give you one then.

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The YMCA gym has an adequate supply of weights and workout equipment that should suit your needs. If you’re a hardcore cat and want to get your pump on at other gyms here are some nearby ones. Those of you looking to do photo shoots should note the YMCA does allow shoots but they charge $50/hr. The nearby Gold’s Gym allows it but not on Sunday, Monday or Tuesday because a magazine already has dibs on it. Here’s a couple nearby gyms other than the YMCA:

La Fitness – 4.3miles (10min) from hotel
1126 S. Gilbert Rd, Mesa AZ #480-503-0344
$15 a day, or can get free pass online www.lafitness.com
hrs – m-th 4am to 11pm, fri 4am to 10pm, sat-sun 7am to 8pm

Golds Gym – 5.2miles (12min) from hotel
2156 E. Baseline Rd. Mesa AZ #480-497-8686 www.goldsgym.com
$15 a day, or if have out of state mbrship just need to bring travel pass
hrs – m-f 5am to 11pm, sat-sun 5am-10pm

Mesa Community College – 4.4miles (10min) from hotel
1833 W. Southern Ave. Mesa AZ
Free track and stadiums

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Food:
Aside from there hotel restaurant mentioned there are a few places within walking distance or a 5 minute drive from the hotel.

• Diamond Sports Grille – across the street from the hotel. They server basic bar food, a number of burgers and if looking to keep it healthy they have 6-8 different salads to choose from. This joint holds about 100 people so I look for it to be packed after the show on Saturday night. The manager told me they stop serving around 10 or 11 but will likely have a special menu available after the show.

• There’s your usual fast food if you’re anxious to have an after show “meal”. McDonald’s, Jack-N-Box and Rosa’s Mexican

• Food near the contest venue consist of a Subway and pizza

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Misc.
Ladies, if you need your nails done or looking for a place to get your hair done, there are two salons within walking distance to the venue and 5 minutes from the hotel.

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Weather:
The weather should be great and highs are expected to be in the 70s all weekend. I’m stoked for this part because a snowstorm is heading into Denver today. SWEET MOTHER NATURE THANK YOU FOR ARIZONA IN THE WINTER!

If anyone in or near the event has something to add that would be helpful to those of us from out-of-state/country, please post in the comments below. Thanks and safe travels everyone and we’ll see you at the show!

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Stay Classy Sacramento

November 9, 2009 by

A bit of unsolicited advice to those of you who are competitors.

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You work hard and we all know it’s not easy to compete. You’ve dedicated weeks of prep and sacrafice to get on stage. It’s only natural that you want to win, it is a competition after all. When the placings are announced it’s not out of the ordinary for a competitor to be a poor sport. It’s happened more times than I can count. The audience may boo and your family/friends will tell you that you got screwed. It’s not a classy move and one that is pretty obvious that you should avoid. It happens on all levels of competiton but unexecusable.

Over the weekend at the NPC Sacramento show, I saw the opposite of a sore loser. I saw an obnoxious, unclassy winner. Yes, it’s only natural to be happy when you win. You may jump up and down with glee, hug the nearest person or point to the air thanking someone up above. Cool, congratulations on being rewarded. What is over the line and idiotic, is doing the before mentioned and dropping (at the top of your lung) a few F-bombs. A female bodybuilder won her class and swore more than a drunk sailor. It had a few people scratching their heads in the press pit and judge’s table.

Do everyone a favor and keep the joyous F-bombs locked up until you leave the stage.

Filed Under: News & Features

No You Girls

October 21, 2009 by

While doing a gym shoot yesterday, Franz Ferdinand’s ‘No You Girls’ came on the radio. I dig.

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The Ultimate Body Reality Show

October 15, 2009 by

I’ve been asked by a number people what is up with “The Ultimate Body” reality show. The newest fitness reality show is holding auditions this Saturday, October 17th in Orlando. There are a number of industry personalities that will be appearing in the show from the looks of the flyer. I wish them the best and I hope it is more successful than the other reality shows attempting to highlight the fitness/bodybuilding industry in the past. I voiced my skepticism on Siouxcountry.com and the producer of this show, David Lyons wrote the following…

HELLO EVERYONE,

LET ME ADDRESS SOME OF YOUR REPLIES.

FIRST THIS IS NOT A MAYBE BY A BODYBUILDING PRODUCTION COMPANY. IT IS A PRODUCTION BY LYONS ENTERTAINMENT, A COMPANY THAT CURRENTLY HAS A SHOW ON AIR CALLED HOG HEAVEN IN IT’S 4TH SEASON. THE NEW SHOW, THE ULTIMATE BODY, WILL BE PRODUCED, DIRECTED AND AIRED BY MAJOR NETWORK EXECUTIVES WHO HAVE PRODUCED SHOWS SUCH AS NANNY 911, THE OSBOURNES, THE AVERAGE JOE, ETC.

THIS SHOW IS NOT THE BIGGEST LOSER AND WILL NOT FEATURE OUT OF SHAPE PEOPLE TRYING TO LOSE WEIGHT. WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE ORDINARY PERSON THAT WORKS OUT ON A REGULAR BASIS, HAS NOT WON A MAJOR CONTEST AND IS LOOKING TO TAKE HIS/HER BODY TO THE NEXT LEVEL. SO 10 WEEKS OF TRAINING FOR PEOPLE IN THAT CONDITION WILL BE ENOUGH, WITH TRAINERS GUIDING THEM AND GASPARI NUTRITION TO HELP THEM ALONG, TO GET CUT AND IN THE BEST SHAPE OF THEIR LIVES.

THERE IS STILL TIME TO GET YOUR APPLICATIONS IN OR BRING THEM TO THE AUDITION ON OCT 17TH. GO TO www.theultimatebodytvshow.com FOR DETAILS. IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS, CALL ME AT 407-346-1241 AND I WILL BE GALD TO ANSWER THEM. AND THANKS FOR ALL THE POSITIVE FEEDBACK.

DAVID LYONS
PRODUCER

The Figure Reality show was with Warner Bros, Hand Picked Films and Destiny Productions and has yet to see the light of day. It’s the nature of show biz that some things make it to TV and most don’t. I would like nothing more than mainstream media get a taste for more of what is involved in the fitness/bodybuilding industry however I don’t think a trailer like this will do the trick. No offense to those involved and I hope I’m proven wrong.

Those interested in the casting can visit here for more details.

Filed Under: News & Features

2009 IFBB Figure Olympia Results

September 28, 2009 by

Nicole Wilkins-Lee took home top honors on Saturday night becoming the fourth Figure Olympia winner. Past winners are Davana Medina, Jenny Lynn and Jenn Gates. Congratulations to everyone who made it to the big dance. Look for a report/review coming soon.

1. Nicole Wilkins-Lee
2. Gina Aliotti
3. Heather Mae French
4. Kristal Richardson
5. Amy Fry
6. Erin Stern
7. Jenny Lynn
8. Jessica Paxson-Putnam
9. Felicia Romero
10. Monica Brant
11. Sonia Gonzales
12. Larissa Reis
13. Alicia Harris
14. Kristi Tauti
15. Meriza DeGuzman
16. Teresa Anthony
16. Houng Arcinas
16. Krissy Chin
16. Patricia Mello
16. April Rountree
16. Sherlyn Roy
16. Brenda Marie-Smith

Filed Under: Contest Results, Olympia

Official FLEX Bikini Model After Party

September 22, 2009 by

This is THEE place to be this Saturday night in Las Vegas, Nevada. There are three things I can count on this Saturday night… Photographing the Olympia competition, hitting the Olympia Gala for some food right after the show and the FLEX after party. I guess you could say four if you count me going on video to tell Lonnie Teper he should stick to predicting the men’s contests and leave the women to me, but more on that later.

Check out the details of the party.

OFFICIAL FLEX BIKINI MODEL AFTER PARTY
Do it right in Sin City at the biggest and best post-Olympia blowout

With over 100 bikini beauties signed on to compete, the 2009 FLEX Bikini Model Search Championships – presented by Amazon.com and brought to you by Ed Hardy- will undoubtedly be bigger and better than ever. So it seemed only fitting that the Official FLEX Bikini Model Search After Party would  be the biggest and best post-Olympia bash in Sin City!

Located on the 64th floor of the ultra-swanky The Hotel at Mandalay Bay, MIX Lounge will play host to the official FLEX Bikini Model Search after party, presented by promoter extraordinaire Jason Dihr. Hundreds of models, athletes and celebrities in the bodybuilding industry are expected to turn out for this can’t-miss event! Rub elbows with the elite, and – if you’re lucky – you just may have your picture taken with one of our beautiful FLEX Bikini Models and appear in an upcoming issue of FLEX magazine!

But that’s not all! Supplement giant ALR Industries pumps the volume up another decibel by hosting their post-Olympia blowout at MIX Lounge as well.

This is without a doubt one you won’t want to miss, as the FLEX Bikini Models turn the heat up to unbearable levels at MIX Lounge in Las Vegas on Saturday night!

A limited number of tickets to this exclusive event will be available. Stop by the FLEX booth at the Olympia Expo for more information.

WHAT: The Official FLEX Bikini Model Search After Party
WHERE: MIX Lounge, at The Hotel
WHEN: Saturday, September 26
TIME: 11 pm to close
WHO: FLEX Bikini Models, IFBB Pro Athletes and More!
FOR TICKETS: Stop by the FLEX booth at the Olympia Expo

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Filed Under: Olympia

Female Bodybuilder Negrita Maria Jayde (Truszyk) Laid to Rest Today

September 1, 2009 by

One of the first bodybuilding books I owned was SLICED and it featured female bodybuilder Negrita Jayde on the cover. Unfortunately on August 28, 2009 Negrita lost her battle with cancer. Our thoughts go out to her family and friends. Rest in peace, Negrita.

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Negrita on the cover of SLICED.

Negrita’s Obituary:
NEGRITA MARIA JAYDE (TRUSZYK) After a courageous battle with Cancer we are saddened to announce Negrita Maria’s passing on August 28th, 2009. Beloved daughter of Michael and Carmela Truszyk. Loving sister of Ola (Gus) and Tina (Bob). Adoring aunt of Alanna and Michael. She will also be missed by her lifelong friend, Gunnar Sikk. We take great comfort in knowing that Negrita has now gone on to join her love Gregory Hines. Resting at the Cardinal Funeral Home, 92 Annette Street (East of Keele) on Monday from 5-9 p.m. with Panachyda at 7 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Holy Protection (30 Leeds Street). Interment to follow at St. Volodymyr Cemetery in Oakville. The family would also like to extend a special thanks to Ruth, Anna and Gil for their unwavering loyalty and support.

There is a guest book available if you’d like to leave a message.

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