2008 NPC NY METROPOLITAN

[Siouxcountry]

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Saturday, April 12, 2008

Tribeca Performing Arts at BMCC
199 Chambers St.
New York, NY
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Prejudging

10:00 AM

Finals

7:00 PM

http://www.bevfrancis.com/shows.html

[Siouxcountry]

2 of our members are planning to compete in this event. :)

Kat... (http://www.siouxcountry.com/member.php?u=93)

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c155/coconutsandapples/NEW/kat.jpg

Melody Chao... (http://www.siouxcountry.com/member.php?u=86)

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c155/coconutsandapples/NEW/chao.jpg

[2hot4u]

I won this show last year two weeks before i placed 3rd at the jr usa's!!!! It was a great time and it was my first in the big city. We can't wait to go back to visit and see more. When you are competing it is hard to venture out alot.

Good luck to the girls going to the show and have fun!!!

Lisa

[dvsness]

This was my first show, I can still smell the Hot Stuff. :p

I'll be attending this year, not competing.

[DanielleA]

I will be attending prejudging to cheer for my girl Mel! The twins are supposed to come too. :NPCFigureTwins::grouphug:

[Shelly]

we will be attending as well to support MEL!! woohoo

oh and of course Kat! ;)

We know a fe BBers too! Should be a good show!!

[JLB001]

I believe this is the show Mary Hobbs will be doing as well. She has to re-qualify for Nationals.

Mary is looking the best I have ever seen her look. She has streamlined her bod bigtime and is looking pretty kick ass!

[frannyfran]

Mary is the greatest!!! I hope she does well!!!! :cheerleader:

[Siouxcountry]

Hope you ladies take some pics. :)

So this is the contest Mary is in prep for, eh?

She did look great at the Arnold Expo...

Photo by Danny Dettwiller.

[NYCStrongFox]

Hey all! Wow, I've been away for too long LOL.
Looking forward to getting back on stage after a year off and back onto the NYC stage after 3 years. This is the first time I've competed this early and first time doing the Metropolitan. It's grown over the years and I'm just looking to have fun and enjoy seeing you ladies! Make sure you're loud lol. :D

Just 3.5 weeks away. Hi Kat. Looking forward to meeting you.

[Siouxcountry]

Hey all! Wow, I've been away for too long LOL.


Don't stay away so long next time. :D

[NYCStrongFox]

Don't stay away so long next time. :D

LOL, sorry. Life gets in the way sometimes...
I will do my best to stay in the loop....:o

[Siouxcountry]

Anyone know who else will be competing in this show?

:)

[fitlei]

I'll be here supporting Mel as well. Looking forward to it, we should all get together for a cute photo op :)

[ripitupbaby]

I'm totally there supporting Mary in spirit.
I wish we could attend. Go MARY! Go MARY!! She's gonna kick some serious ass. :cool:

[Siouxcountry]

I'll be here supporting Mel as well. Looking forward to it, we should all get together for a cute photo op :)

Hi Leilani! :waving:

That would be great! Thanks for joining us here! :)

[fitlei]

Anytime Sioux! :) I've heard nothing but GREAT things about this board...woo hoo!

[Shelly]

I'll be here supporting Mel as well. Looking forward to it, we should all get together for a cute photo op :)

Hey Lei!:waving:

Absolutely we will be sure to meet up!! I gotta get Mel some goodies for afterwards!!:popcorn:

[Shelly]

I will be attending prejudging to cheer for my girl Mel! The twins are supposed to come too. :NPCFigureTwins::grouphug:

of course we all will be watchin together!:popcorn::kiss:

[kitty kat]

Hey all! Wow, I've been away for too long LOL.
Looking forward to getting back on stage after a year off and back onto the NYC stage after 3 years. This is the first time I've competed this early and first time doing the Metropolitan. It's grown over the years and I'm just looking to have fun and enjoy seeing you ladies! Make sure you're loud lol. :D

Just 3.5 weeks away. Hi Kat. Looking forward to meeting you.

Hey DARLING,
YES, i AM DEF. LOOKING FORWARDTO MEETING YOU AS WELL. I'M SO FREEKING EXITED I CAN'T SLEEP. LOL. IT'S 1230AM, AND I'M USUALLY IN BED BY 8:30PM... I EMAIILED MY BOSS AND CALLED OUT, FOR I KNOW IM GOING TO FEEL IT IN THE AM....:banghead::banghead:

[fitlei]

Is anyone going to Prejudging? I have my nephews bday party on the same day so I can't go to the night show :( But I'd love to meet up with anyone going to the prejudging!

[Shelly]

Is anyone going to Prejudging? I have my nephews bday party on the same day so I can't go to the night show :( But I'd love to meet up with anyone going to the prejudging!

we are only going to prejuding girl so we will be there!:awesome:

[dvsness]

we will be there!:awesome:

Same here~ :)

[Shelly]

Same here~ :)

::popcorn::popcorn::cheerleader::cheerleader::

[DanielleA]

me too!!:awesome1:

[Siouxcountry]

Looks like quite a few of you will be there! :cool:

Who else is competing?

Melody, and Kat, any two week out pics?

The show is getting close! :awesome:

[Shelly]

Looks like quite a few of you will be there! :cool:

Who else is competing?

Melody, and Kat, any two week out pics?

The show is getting close! :awesome:

I know Mel is super busy with work...and hasn't been lurking around here as much but we will be sure to take lotsa pics at the show! :camera:

[kitty kat]

Looks like quite a few of you will be there! :cool:

Who else is competing?

Melody, and Kat, any two week out pics?

The show is getting close! :awesome:


Been extremelly busy, but i might be able to post something tomorrow.

[Siouxcountry]

Been extremelly busy, but i might be able to post something tomorrow.

That would be cool Kat! Two weeks away you two! :popcorn:

[joelster]

BUMP* Only two weeks to go ladies! Be strong!

[kitty kat]

BUMP* Only two weeks to go ladies! Be strong!

Thanx Joelster ;)

[NYCStrongFox]

I'll be here supporting Mel as well. Looking forward to it, we should all get together for a cute photo op :)

Hey mama....lol....again, I've been away too long. I can't access anything from work, darn firewalls, so I don't get too much time to read and post.
I can't wait to see all you ladies....yes, we'll definitely take plenty of pics and post. 2 more weeks!!!!!:D

[NYCStrongFox]

Looks like quite a few of you will be there! :cool:

Who else is competing?

Melody, and Kat, any two week out pics?

The show is getting close! :awesome:

I will try to submit a pic tomorrow Sioux and email it to you cause I don't have the patience to figure out how to post a pic LOL.

[Siouxcountry]

I will try to submit a pic tomorrow Sioux and email it to you cause I don't have the patience to figure out how to post a pic LOL.

I'll be happy to post any photos for you. :)

[NYCStrongFox]

Looks like quite a few of you will be there! :cool:

Who else is competing?

Melody, and Kat, any two week out pics?

The show is getting close! :awesome:

I know Mel is super busy with work...and hasn't been lurking around here as much but we will be sure to take lotsa pics at the show! :camera:

Hey mamas! Good thing I can email you from work and like I said, I try to check in on the board when I can, like now hehe. Can't wait to see you, hug you, take pics with you all - make sure we find Kit too to take pics :camera: and send to Sioux for posting. :gh2:

OMG, thanks again for the post competition goodies.
My family is coming to the evening show, so afterwards, i told them I'm happy with Applebee's or Outback. I just want some steak and shrimp. :eat: I don't go crazy on the carbs that night cause it messes up my stomach and you feel like a water buffalo the next day. Then, it's back to it for 7 weeks leading up to Julie Palmer's Ultimate Showdown and the Atlantic States. Busy, busy, busy. :tr: :showoff:

[NYCStrongFox]

I'll be happy to post any photos for you. :)

Great. Thanks. Lately, I can't seem to think straight lol...lower carbs these day, ya know :rolleyes:

[NYCStrongFox]

BUMP* Only two weeks to go ladies! Be strong!

Thanks. It's the last couple of weeks are are hard, yet the excitement builds up more and more. Kit, I agree, sometimes I can't sleep just thinking about what's to come. Stay focused girl, we're almost there :D

[Shelly]

Hey mamas! Good thing I can email you from work and like I said, I try to check in on the board when I can, like now hehe. Can't wait to see you, hug you, take pics with you all - make sure we find Kit too to take pics :camera: and send to Sioux for posting. :gh2:

OMG, thanks again for the post competition goodies.
My family is coming to the evening show, so afterwards, i told them I'm happy with Applebee's or Outback. I just want some steak and shrimp. :eat: I don't go crazy on the carbs that night cause it messes up my stomach and you feel like a water buffalo the next day. Then, it's back to it for 7 weeks leading up to Julie Palmer's Ultimate Showdown and the Atlantic States. Busy, busy, busy. :tr: :showoff:

you are a woman on a mission this year i luv it and i luv u

see you soon my deary you are gonna kick bootay!:bowdown:

[NYCStrongFox]

Thanks chicas! Luv you guys too, so glad I got to meet you that weekend and keep in touch and cheer each other on!

OK, I'm pooped, but I just ate, so some of the brain cells are working. Let's see if I can post 2 pics I took this morning. Sioux, I kept that email you sent me a while back on how to post. If they post HUGE, could you please shrink?OK, not looking pretty at all LOL. It was early, I was hungry and rushing to get out to hit the gym (7:30am)...still 13 days to tweak it out...

[NYCStrongFox]

And of course, my little Mimi wanted to be in the pic LOL

[Shelly]

MEL U LOOK AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


IM SO PROUD OF YOU!!!! YOUR GONNA KILL IT!

AND LOOK AT THE LIL MIMI AWWW ;)

[SBT]

Wow looking good girl :D

[NYCStrongFox]

Thanks girls. I had no energy to really work the posing and flex this morning lol. I'll save it for the stage.....
This is the smallest I'm coming in this year...close was at the Masters in '06, but Mike and I agree, smaller in '08. Still need to get more muscle off my legs, but overall, I'm happy - whether I place or not. This is the warm-up show, so much more to come this summer.
Having your support and encouraging words has been so welcomed and appreciated and of course, it's returned :kiss:
I'm looking forward to seeing you guys and Danielle hit that stage...

[NYCStrongFox]

Wow looking good girl :D

Thanks SBT. I think the hardest thing for me in the last couple of years is to adjust to what the judges are looking for, especially if I wanted to be rewarded and for me to stop thinking like a bodybuilder, since that's what I started in when I decided to compete.

[Siouxcountry]

Looking good, Melody! :waving:

I agree, you should focus on losing some leg muscle to even out. You have outstanding leg development IMO though.

13 days to go! :popcorn:

How long have you been competing on stage? :)

[NYCStrongFox]

Looking good, Melody! :waving:

I agree, you should focus on losing some leg muscle to even out. You have outstanding leg development IMO though.

13 days to go! :popcorn:

How long have you been competing on stage? :)

Thanks. Yeah, gotta love those Puertorican genes lol.... Believe me, I am working hard on reducing my legs and the BUTT....
I've competed for eight years, well really seven cause I took all of '07 off to rest. My very first show was the 2000 NGA American National Championships and I won the Women's Bodybuilding Novice title. Total to date, I've competed in 18 shows and I wouldn't mind doing 18 more in the next several years. Think I'll be competing well into my 50s lol (or until I don't find it fun anymore).

[NYCStrongFox]

13 days to go! :popcorn:

BTW, is that caramel covered popcorn for me??? lol

[Siouxcountry]

Thanks. Yeah, gotta love those Puertorican genes lol.... Believe me, I am working hard on reducing my legs and the BUTT....

I assume you don't even train legs now? I would think the slightest strength training would maintain the muscle you have, and would make it just that more difficult to lose the muscle. I am curious what Mike has you doing.


I've competed for eight years, well really seven cause I took all of '07 off to rest. My very first show was the 2000 NGA American National Championships and I won the Women's Bodybuilding Novice title. Total to date, I've competed in 18 shows and I wouldn't mind doing 18 more in the next several years. Think I'll be competing well into my 50s lol (or until I don't find it fun anymore).

It's all about having fun. :)

[Siouxcountry]

BTW, is that caramel covered popcorn for me??? lol

Hahaha! :D That actually sounds pretty good right about now! :p

[NYCStrongFox]

I assume you don't even train legs now? I would think the slightest strength training would maintain the muscle you have, and would make it just that more difficult to lose the muscle. I am curious what Mike has you doing.




It's all about having fun. :)

No, I still train legs just once a week, but I use light to no weight, depending on the exercise, especially plyos. I do different cardios 2xs a day, especially running more and adding the bike in there often, at light resistence. My legs have gotten smaller this year and in time, I'm sure they will finally dial in. They usually dial in the last few days leading into the show. I use to stress over it, but not any more. I know I did my best and I just roll with it.

[NYCStrongFox]

Hahaha! :D That actually sounds pretty good right about now! :p

Everything sounds good to me right about now. You know, only during this time in the prep do I start to see a zillion food commercials...lol Stuff I would never eat, even in the off-season, I salivate over lol. The stuffed crust in that Pizza Hut commercial looks good these days lol.

[Siouxcountry]

Everything sounds good to me right about now. You know, only during this time in the prep do I start to see a zillion food commercials...lol Stuff I would never eat, even in the off-season, I salivate over lol. The stuffed crust in that Pizza Hut commercial looks good these days lol.

You know I never thought about how hard it must be to watch TV while prepping for a show.

You'll get through it! And you have our support %100! :hug:

[NYCStrongFox]

You know I never thought about how hard it must be to watch TV while prepping for a show.

You'll get through it! And you have our support %100! :hug:

Thanks Sioux. That means a lot and makes a huge difference.
Yeah, well I use to torture myself and watch the Food Network lol... Thinking about the different dishes I want to try. Isn't that sad? It's like you learn to appreciate food more and respect it more. I don't throw food away. I look to give it away, especially when my diet changes and certain foods are no longer on it. I bring in these extras to the office and give it to co-workers. If I can freeze it for another time, I do, but I usually find someone who will take it.

[kitty kat]

Thanks Sioux. That means a lot and makes a huge difference.
Yeah, well I use to torture myself and watch the Food Network lol... Thinking about the different dishes I want to try. Isn't that sad? It's like you learn to appreciate food more and respect it more. I don't throw food away. I look to give it away, especially when my diet changes and certain foods are no longer on it. I bring in these extras to the office and give it to co-workers. If I can freeze it for another time, I do, but I usually find someone who will take it.

Hey Mel, Looking great.... 13 more days t finish it off strong hon.. Let's do this.. We need to probably hook up to for the feast. Don't feel, guess what I'm watching right now??? lol.. Food net work... Yep, I'm addicted to that channel.... Everynight when I get home I watch it, and today I been home all day and that's all I been watching.. Food food food... :popcorn::)

[Siouxcountry]

Katherynne Ramirez (poster Kitty Kat) two weeks out!.. :cool:

[DanielleA]

Mel - you look amazing!!! Tinier than ever. I know how hard you have worked, and I know that you will be walking away with TWO TROPHIES!!! :awesome:

[dvsness]

Katherynne Ramirez (poster Kitty Kat) two weeks out!.. :cool:

She looks phenomenal.

[SBT]

Hey Mel, Looking great.... 13 more days t finish it off strong hon.. Let's do this.. We need to probably hook up to for the feast. Don't feel, guess what I'm watching right now??? lol.. Food net work... Yep, I'm addicted to that channel.... Everynight when I get home I watch it, and today I been home all day and that's all I been watching.. Food food food... :popcorn::)

That is my FAVORITE show, well or channel when I am dieting too :D :nuts:

[fitlei]

Mel... you look AWESOME! You look soooo tiny since camp back in Jan! I luv it!! Can't wait to see you in action :) Kit... u look great as well! This stage is not going to know what hit it when you 2 step on!! Looking forward to the show! Keep the strength ladies, you're almost there!!!

[bronxbomber]

looking good kat, its been a long road, now lets finish strong and bring it home...josie's is waiting.lol

[kitty kat]

She looks phenomenal.

Thank you DV :)

[kitty kat]

Mel... you look AWESOME! You look soooo tiny since camp back in Jan! I luv it!! Can't wait to see you in action :) Kit... u look great as well! This stage is not going to know what hit it when you 2 step on!! Looking forward to the show! Keep the strength ladies, you're almost there!!!

Thank you; it's been a long ride... But it's all worht it. :D

[kitty kat]

That is my FAVORITE show, well or channel when I am dieting too :D :nuts:

LMAO... I been going to Barnes and Nobles, and I catch myself picking up food magazines... lol... the funny thing is, that I don't crave it; it just looks so beautiful, but no cravings.. which is freeking great.. hehe:nuts::nuts:

[kitty kat]

looking good kat, its been a long road, now lets finish strong and bring it home...josie's is waiting.lol

Thanx Chris... I couldn't do it with out you.. The most esential part of this road has been having you as my trainer, mentor, and friend... You never gave up on me,and pushed me when I was giving up. lol... Can't wait to hit Josie's for that nice crispy apple pie.. :awesome::awesome:

[bree marsh]

kat, your pics look great, very tight! good luck!

[kitty kat]

kat, your pics look great, very tight! good luck!

:waving: Thank you Bree..

[Siouxcountry]

looking good kat, its been a long road, now lets finish strong and bring it home...josie's is waiting.lol

Hey Bro, welcome aboard! :waving:

[NYCStrongFox]

Hey Mel, Looking great.... 13 more days t finish it off strong hon.. Let's do this.. We need to probably hook up to for the feast. Don't feel, guess what I'm watching right now??? lol.. Food net work... Yep, I'm addicted to that channel.... Everynight when I get home I watch it, and today I been home all day and that's all I been watching.. Food food food... :popcorn::)

Hey, thought I take a few minutes to see what's going on. Kat, you look freakin awesome. Wow, this is going to be great. LOL, you are too funny...see how we torture ourselves watching the Food Network... maybe we are :nuts: LOL....but man, the food they prepare looks SO good ha!
Yes, we'll finish strong and enjoy the show. Great work, keep pumping girl!

[NYCStrongFox]

Mel... you look AWESOME! You look soooo tiny since camp back in Jan! I luv it!! Can't wait to see you in action :) Kit... u look great as well! This stage is not going to know what hit it when you 2 step on!! Looking forward to the show! Keep the strength ladies, you're almost there!!!

Thanks lady! Can't wait to see you at the show. I got your text yesterday. We'll chat before the show weekend. 12 days and counting....:D

[NYCStrongFox]

Mel - you look amazing!!! Tinier than ever. I know how hard you have worked, and I know that you will be walking away with TWO TROPHIES!!! :awesome:

Thanks girl. You got to see me live today!! I'm glad I got to visit you today. I vegged at my desk the rest of the day....nothing exciting going on.

[IslandGirl]

Wow, looking good Mel and Kath!!!

[kitty kat]

Hey, thought I take a few minutes to see what's going on. Kat, you look freakin awesome. Wow, this is going to be great. LOL, you are too funny...see how we torture ourselves watching the Food Network... maybe we are :nuts: LOL....but man, the food they prepare looks SO good ha!
Yes, we'll finish strong and enjoy the show. Great work, keep pumping girl!

Thank you Mel,
I think we are:nuts:... I just came from my lunch brake and had to pick up the new Bon appetit magazine :popcorn:.. We are deft.. too much.. lol

[kitty kat]

Wow, looking good Mel and Kath!!!

Thank you Tracy :waving:

[NYCStrongFox]

Wow, looking good Mel and Kath!!!

Thanks IslandGirl. Best of luck to you too in preparing for your next show.

[NYCStrongFox]

Thank you Mel,
I think we are:nuts:... I just came from my lunch brake and had to pick up the new Bon appetit magazine :popcorn:.. We are deft.. too much.. lol

Too funny. You are way worse than me lol. Stop the torture....lol
My niece just called me and said she's going to pick the place for us to go out to eat after the show. OMG, it's nuts how after you compete, all anyone wants to do is take you out to eat. How about giving me $100? lol I can buy more oatmeal, eggs and fish lol... Of course, I know they mean well and it's a celebration. It's just so funny how everyone you haven't been able to hang out with wants to take you out to eat. I'm excited to see everyone I haven't seen in about a year and or a few months. 11 days and counting...

[IslandGirl]

Thanks IslandGirl. Best of luck to you too in preparing for your next show.

Thanks Mel! I appreciate that!

[joelster]

You girls both look amazing! You'd sweep my local show, lol.

[bronxbomber]

Hey thanks, good to be apart of this wonderful group of ladies.

would like to congradulate of all the ladies here, for just going the distance, and enduring the tedious task of dieting and endless hours of cardio. You all look great .
And for those competing in the up and coming weeks...good luck!

[Siouxcountry]

Competitor Tamara Lynne has 2 week out pics on her MySpace...

CLICK HERE (http://profile.myspace.com/28279642)

[kitty kat]

Competitor Tamara Lynne has 2 week out pics on her MySpace...

CLICK HERE (http://profile.myspace.com/28279642)

Bummer, My space is blocked here at work:mad:..
I hardly have time to jump on my pc by the time I get home. Anything you can do Sioux to upload them here???:D

[joelster]

Here you go Kitty Kat, this is the only one that I saw....


http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a76/bigjoelster/tlynne2weeks.jpg

[kitty kat]

Here you go Kitty Kat, this is the only one that I saw....


http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a76/bigjoelster/tlynne2weeks.jpg

Thanx Joelster. She looks ready that's for sure. :awesome::awesome:..

Hey, on another note, I did get your email regarding the show on the 13, but the place is way too far for me... Sorry i didn't get back to you. I been so busy with work and trainining.. I hope I don't get cought coming into the forum here at work.. I think If I do, it is all worth it.. :D:nuts:

[bronxbomber]

so, to all the ladies here, what would you all say has been the biggest challenge getting ready for comp??

[joelster]

Thanx Joelster. She looks ready that's for sure. :awesome::awesome:..

Hey, on another note, I did get your email regarding the show on the 13, but the place is way too far for me... Sorry i didn't get back to you. I been so busy with work and trainining.. I hope I don't get cought coming into the forum here at work.. I think If I do, it is all worth it.. :D:nuts:


Oh, no problem. I was just throwing that out there for anyone. I figured people that are going to the NYC show could possibly attend the Buffalo show. You'd have to leave right away i'd imagine and you'd have to sleep on the way, but it could be done.

[bronxbomber]

by the way , i guess i should introduce myself, being one of the only men here.lol
chris nardoni
national level amature.
2007 metropolitan overall winner LHW. (i'am the guy on theflyer).lol
2007 nationals LHW 9th
Personal Trainer


well take care ladies, have a great day!

[bree marsh]

so, to all the ladies here, what would you all say has been the biggest challenge getting ready for comp??

trying to understand what the judges are looking for!!!!!

welcome!

[Shelly]

by the way , i guess i should introduce myself, being one of the only men here.lol
chris nardoni
national level amature.
2007 metropolitan overall winner LHW. (i'am the guy on theflyer).lol
2007 nationals LHW 9th
Personal Trainer


well take care ladies, have a great day!

Welcome Chris!!:)

congrats on your metro win in 07!!:bowdown:

[kitty kat]

so, to all the ladies here, what would you all say has been the biggest challenge getting ready for comp??

:waving:
For me, since I spent 8 hours of my life stuck on a computer in an office, it has been dealing with ignorant people at work... That don't understand how much dedication and discipline it takes to get ready.. People at work don't carry the same lifestyle as I do, so constantly I have to deal with the smell of fried and junk foods, meetings full of sweets, and a lot of weird comments or suggestions that can derail me from my goals. But I have been able to get used to it and don't pay attention...

[bree marsh]

:waving:
For me, since I spent 8 hours of my life stuck on a computer in an office, it has been dealing with ignorant people at work... That don't understand how much dedication and discipline it takes to get ready.. People at work don't carry the same lifestyle as I do, so constantly I have to deal with the smell of fried and junk foods, meetings full of sweets, and a lot of weird comments or suggestions that can derail me from my goals. But I have been able to get used to it and don't pay attention...

ME TOO!!!!:banghead:

[kitty kat]

ME TOO!!!!:banghead:

This is the way i see things with ignorant people:
-They wake up every morning thinking about a way to ruin your day, bc they are fed up and bored with their lives.
-Instead of asking advice on how to overcome their obstacles(which in this, is living a healthy lifestyle), they tend to put create negative rumors about how "you have an eating disorder, and you flying out of your pants". Cmon, I eat 5 times per day, every 2 1/2 hours.. What is wrong with them??? Someone saw me taking my multi's the other day, and their comment was "what are those steroids??".. I was like, "yeah you want some? maybe it'll help you shed that extra belly you have" LMAO... It's not my intention to judge people, but when they come after me, I have to nock 'em down and give it to them straight... I don't like people playing stupid games with me with their comments.

[Siouxcountry]

Bummer, My space is blocked here at work:mad:..
I hardly have time to jump on my pc by the time I get home. Anything you can do Sioux to upload them here???:D

A couple more.

I sent her a MySpace PM a few days ago. Maybe she'll join use here. :)

[Siouxcountry]

by the way , i guess i should introduce myself, being one of the only men here.lol
chris nardoni
national level amature.
2007 metropolitan overall winner LHW. (i'am the guy on theflyer).lol
2007 nationals LHW 9th
Personal Trainer


well take care ladies, have a great day!

Hey Chris, congrats man! :cool:

LINK (http://www.musculardevelopment.com/browse/index.php?mode=browse&id=10922&eventcode=1033)

[Shelly]

This is the way i see things with ignorant people:
-They wake up every morning thinking about a way to ruin your day, bc they are fed up and bored with their lives.
-Instead of asking advice on how to overcome their obstacles(which in this, is living a healthy lifestyle), they tend to put create negative rumors about how "you have an eating disorder, and you flying out of your pants". Cmon, I eat 5 times per day, every 2 1/2 hours.. What is wrong with them??? Someone saw me taking my multi's the other day, and their comment was "what are those steroids??".. I was like, "yeah you want some? maybe it'll help you shed that extra belly you have" LMAO... It's not my intention to judge people, but when they come after me, I have to nock 'em down and give it to them straight... I don't like people playing stupid games with me with their comments.



amen to that!! People at work have JUST started getting used to my daily cooler and multiple tupper ware feedings LOL

[NYCStrongFox]

by the way , i guess i should introduce myself, being one of the only men here.lol
chris nardoni
national level amature.
2007 metropolitan overall winner LHW. (i'am the guy on theflyer).lol
2007 nationals LHW 9th
Personal Trainer


well take care ladies, have a great day!


Hey Chris, do you go out with Sophie????

[NYCStrongFox]

so, to all the ladies here, what would you all say has been the biggest challenge getting ready for comp??

Wow I had to think about this one lol. Over the years, there were so many challenges, but till this day, I agree with Kitty Kat. Ignorance. However, I guess I can say that I've trained those in my dept. well over the years, so I haven't had issues with that much, if at all. I'd say just getting it all in within the 24 hours we get. I am anal with scheduling myself - never been a spontaneous one - so I try to get things done within a certain time frame. It keeps me in order and focused, but I tend to get frustrated when I don't get to accomplish the things on my list for the day. But, as we all know, stress is not good, so I've learned (baby steps lol) to not sweat it and do it the next day. No matter when, it will get done. :D

[kitty kat]

Wow I had to think about this one lol. Over the years, there were so many challenges, but till this day, I agree with Kitty Kat. Ignorance. However, I guess I can say that I've trained those in my dept. well over the years, so I haven't had issues with that much, if at all. I'd say just getting it all in within the 24 hours we get. I am anal with scheduling myself - never been a spontaneous one - so I try to get things done within a certain time frame. It keeps me in order and focused, but I tend to get frustrated when I don't get to accomplish the things on my list for the day. But, as we all know, stress is not good, so I've learned (baby steps lol) to not sweat it and do it the next day. No matter when, it will get done. :D

Totally Agree...
Hey Mel.. Sophies is a great Organic restaurant up by Lexington ave. They make the best apple pie ever.. Lmao... Chris is trying to hold off untill our comp... We are planning on going over there (jill, chris & i) after commp.. Hopefully they will be open, if not, we will have to make it on Sunday :D

[NYCStrongFox]

Totally Agree...
Hey Mel.. Sophies is a great Organic restaurant up by Lexington ave. They make the best apple pie ever.. Lmao... Chris is trying to hold off untill our comp... We are planning on going over there (jill, chris & i) after commp.. Hopefully they will be open, if not, we will have to make it on Sunday :D

Oh no, Kitty, you misunderstood. I was asking Chris if he dated this girl name Sophie. I'm really good friend's with her brother, who use to be my trainer when I started competing and I remember hearing that Chris dated his sister Sophie. Not sure if they still date. I heard nice things about Chris and was just curious lol. But, um, that apple pie at Sophies sounds good. Where on Lexington Ave?

[kitty kat]

Oh no, Kitty, you misunderstood. I was asking Chris if he dated this girl name Sophie. I'm really good friend's with her brother, who use to be my trainer when I started competing and I remember hearing that Chris dated his sister Sophie. Not sure if they still date. I heard nice things about Chris and was just curious lol. But, um, that apple pie at Sophies sounds good. Where on Lexington Ave?

oh ok, lol.. Well.. let's wait for him to answer... I actually know how to get there, but don't know the exact add. lmao:nuts:... Chris knows.. but maybe you can google for sophies organic restaurant...

[NYCStrongFox]

oh ok, lol.. Well.. let's wait for him to answer... I actually know how to get there, but don't know the exact add. lmao:nuts:... Chris knows.. but maybe you can google for sophies organic restaurant...

lol - it's cool....I'll google it and check it out.
ok time to log off and get gym bag ready for tomorrow. I'm pretty tired and a little sore. 9 more days and counting.
Have a great night (everyone), great day tomorrow and I'll be checking back soon :waving:

[kitty kat]

lol - it's cool....I'll google it and check it out.
ok time to log off and get gym bag ready for tomorrow. I'm pretty tired and a little sore. 9 more days and counting.
Have a great night (everyone), great day tomorrow and I'll be checking back soon :waving:

Dido,
Nite nite:waving::popcorn:

[IslandGirl]

by the way , i guess i should introduce myself, being one of the only men here.lol
chris nardoni
national level amature.
2007 metropolitan overall winner LHW. (i'am the guy on theflyer).lol
2007 nationals LHW 9th
Personal Trainer


well take care ladies, have a great day!

Hey Chris. :waving: Welcome to SC! Join the parteeee!!!

Congrats on your impressive wins. What's next for you?

[JillianSR]

hey there!!! I am competing at the metro:) good luck to everyone!!! :D:D:D

[bronxbomber]

...lol lets stick to the topic mel! lol, but yes we did date for awhile. And her brother is a great guy and trainer.

but "josies" is a great resturant, this pie is amazing! it's on 84 and lexington.

islandgirl- thanks for the welcome, hey great arms.lol

as for my next show. my goal was to get to nationals, and after a 4 year run, i made it. i had a great year in 2007 winning the overall and placing in top ten. also picked up a sponsor, that really helps. But now i know what improvements i need to make to have a winning career at the national level with the big boys, so gonna take this year off to improve and bring up some weak parts and put on more size. looking to come back june '09 jr nationals followed by national in miami. look out! lol

[bronxbomber]

ladies i totally understand the ignorance.lol and all of the silly questions.lol

mel i agree with you , i think the more you go though it , the more you learn how to deal with it.

one challenge, i think we might all agree with this..is just having a stong support system. After a long day of madness.lol i think its sometimes refreshing to be around or talk to someone, friends, family, spouse, who will just understand, and keep you positive.

...and to keep you from strangling your co-workers.lol

[Siouxcountry]

hey there!!! I am competing at the metro:) good luck to everyone!!! :D:D:D

Hi Jillian! :waving: Thanks for accepting the invite!

Now we have three members competing in this event! :respect:

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c155/coconutsandapples/NEW/jillian.jpg

[KP DIVA]

This is the way i see things with ignorant people:
-They wake up every morning thinking about a way to ruin your day, bc they are fed up and bored with their lives.
-Instead of asking advice on how to overcome their obstacles(which in this, is living a healthy lifestyle), they tend to put create negative rumors about how "you have an eating disorder, and you flying out of your pants". Cmon, I eat 5 times per day, every 2 1/2 hours.. What is wrong with them??? Someone saw me taking my multi's the other day, and their comment was "what are those steroids??".. I was like, "yeah you want some? maybe it'll help you shed that extra belly you have" LMAO... It's not my intention to judge people, but when they come after me, I have to nock 'em down and give it to them straight... I don't like people playing stupid games with me with their comments.

^^^^5's to you!! B/C I think I would have really been unprofessional!! Lately, I've noticed that people in general don't seem to have any "ppl skills" and feel they have a right to just say anything!! But I agree, you have to set them straight quickly b/c they'll just run with it if u don't.

Hi Jillian! :waving: Thanks for accepting the invite!

Now we have three members competing in this event! :respect:

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c155/coconutsandapples/NEW/jillian.jpg

Welcome Jillian!! You'll luv it here!!

by the way , i guess i should introduce myself, being one of the only men here.lol
chris nardoni
national level amature.
2007 metropolitan overall winner LHW. (i'am the guy on theflyer).lol
2007 nationals LHW 9th
Personal Trainer


well take care ladies, have a great day!

Welcome Chris!! There are a few other men on the board!

[kitty kat]

Hi Jillian! :waving: Thanks for accepting the invite!

Now we have three members competing in this event! :respect:

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c155/coconutsandapples/NEW/jillian.jpg

Hi Jillian:waving:,
Glad you made it girly.... We are on a roll... :spit:
Will see you tomorrow or Saturday.. Have a great day at work.

[kitty kat]

Hey Kenya,
Thanx. Yes, indeed,people are deft. loosing their their pp skills. It's like when envy takes over, they turn into animals w.o realizing they are making a huge mistake.. At times people don't realize that when they come out this way, it can hurt them... Specially at work. I got to the point were I have to threaten them to report them to EEO, and let.. I don't like having comfrontations at work, but I also don't want to loose my temper, bc I know if I do, I might just end up w.o a job (if you know what i mean)lol

[bronxbomber]

well, lets not all be jobless.lol

after show, you should go to your co-workers everyday and say
..what is that pizza?
..what is that a donut?
...is that soda?
....hey are your pant's getting tighter?
... chinese food again?
that's alot of cream cheese!
lol!

[bronxbomber]

sup kenyatta,

hey that's a nice suit, nice shade of blue!

[bronxbomber]

here's a pic of jill 2 weeks out!

we'll be taking more this sat, so we'll post some more

[kitty kat]

well, lets not all be jobless.lol

after show, you should go to your co-workers everyday and say
..what is that pizza?
..what is that a donut?
...is that soda?
....hey are your pant's getting tighter?
... chinese food again?
that's alot of cream cheese!
lol!

Yeah, That's a good idea. lol... I'll be all up on their plates like they do to me...

[Siouxcountry]

Now that Jillian has joined us, check out Kat's and Jillian's two week out pics... :cool:

CLICK HERE (http://www.siouxcountry.com/showthread.php?t=668)

[JenFerFigure]

Quote:
Originally Posted by bronxbomber
well, lets not all be jobless.lol

after show, you should go to your co-workers everyday and say
..what is that pizza?
..what is that a donut?
...is that soda?
....hey are your pant's getting tighter?
... chinese food again?
that's alot of cream cheese!
lol!

Yeah, That's a good idea. lol... I'll be all up on their plates like they do to me...


I support a comeback. If others show no restrain, then you shouldn't either and this way it's a two way street and they know how it feels. hahaha

People do need to learn to be more tactful.

[kitty kat]

I support a comeback. If others show no restrain, then you shouldn't either and this way it's a two way street and they know how it feels. hahaha

People do need to learn to be more tactful.

:waving::bowdown:
Then that's the Plan..... on the 14th Monday I will start bugging every one.. lol

[NYCStrongFox]

Wow, so much has gone on that I missed lol.

Bronxbomber - sorry, I was just checking to see if you were the right guy. No more mention of it. I haven't talked to Felipe in a while, so I wasn't in the loop. Staying on the subject :angel:

I agree too on having a strong support system. For the past 8 years, I've had only myself for about 98% of the time. My sister is my biggest fan and a few close friends supported me all the way. Other family members and friends were so close minded, I had to pass them along and just focus on doing what I found enjoying, competing. Being a strong, determined person, I've been able to be my own support system. However, I've established some great friendships with others in the sport, who do support and want you to succeed. Some are right here on the board like Betsy, Shelly and Nellie...along with so many of the other ladies I have friendships with from the Fitness Factory. Hopefully, through this board, more friendships and a stronger support system with take place :)

Hi Jillian. Awesome you are competing too. Ladies, we have to make sure we find each other at the competitors meeting and try to take a pic for the board!! 8 more days to go!!!!!

[kitty kat]

Wow, so much has gone on that I missed lol.

Bronxbomber - sorry, I was just checking to see if you were the right guy. No more mention of it. I haven't talked to Felipe in a while, so I wasn't in the loop. Staying on the subject :angel:

I agree too on having a strong support system. For the past 8 years, I've had only myself for about 98% of the time. My sister is my biggest fan and a few close friends supported me all the way. Other family members and friends were so close minded, I had to pass them along and just focus on doing what I found enjoying, competing. Being a strong, determined person, I've been able to be my own support system. However, I've established some great friendships with others in the sport, who do support and want you to succeed. Some are right here on the board like Betsy, Shelly and Nellie...along with so many of the other ladies I have friendships with from the Fitness Factory. Hopefully, through this board, more friendships and a stronger support system with take place :)

Hi Jillian. Awesome you are competing too. Ladies, we have to make sure we find each other at the competitors meeting and try to take a pic for the board!! 8 more days to go!!!!!

Well Mel,
You can count me in to the list of new friends..:p

[kitty kat]

We have to indeed find eachother.. I'll make sure I charge my cam batt... lol

[kitty kat]

Have a great night... tomorrow is another day

[NYCStrongFox]

Awesome. Same here Kitty Kat. And yes, we will all meet up. I will have a photographer there too, so we'll be saying "cheese" a lot lol.
Big final weekend ahead! Have a great night and kick it up a knotch the last week. Stay strong and focused. Tomorrow we can sing TGIF!!!!! :hula:
Sweet dreams.....:sleep:

[fitlei]

Hey don't 4get about me Mels! ;)

I can't wait... 1 wk from tomorrow woo hoo!! The last wk is the best wk 4 me when prepping... so much excitement that it outweighs all of the hunger, exhaustion and everything else!! Keep the strength!! See ya soon :) xoxo

[JillianSR]

Wow, so much has gone on that I missed lol.

Bronxbomber - sorry, I was just checking to see if you were the right guy. No more mention of it. I haven't talked to Felipe in a while, so I wasn't in the loop. Staying on the subject :angel:

I agree too on having a strong support system. For the past 8 years, I've had only myself for about 98% of the time. My sister is my biggest fan and a few close friends supported me all the way. Other family members and friends were so close minded, I had to pass them along and just focus on doing what I found enjoying, competing. Being a strong, determined person, I've been able to be my own support system. However, I've established some great friendships with others in the sport, who do support and want you to succeed. Some are right here on the board like Betsy, Shelly and Nellie...along with so many of the other ladies I have friendships with from the Fitness Factory. Hopefully, through this board, more friendships and a stronger support system with take place :)

Hi Jillian. Awesome you are competing too. Ladies, we have to make sure we find each other at the competitors meeting and try to take a pic for the board!! 8 more days to go!!!!!
Hey there:) looking forward to meeting you at the show!

[NYCStrongFox]

Hey don't 4get about me Mels! ;)

I can't wait... 1 wk from tomorrow woo hoo!! The last wk is the best wk 4 me when prepping... so much excitement that it outweighs all of the hunger, exhaustion and everything else!! Keep the strength!! See ya soon :) xoxo

Oh yeah girlie! Same here. It's great to get that support :)
ONE MORE WEEK! I'm an excited and so true, the last week is all about excitement and like my one friend said recently, the hardest part is over.
Busy weekend ahead with all the cardio, nail appointments and tanning sessions, Costco shopping, packing the bag for the day, getting all the make-up together, etc....

Call me soon lady. Let's try to talk before next Sat.
xoxo

[JillianSR]

KAT!! hope ur ready for our last work out toget her:angel:;)

[Siouxcountry]

KAT!! hope ur ready for our last work out toget her:angel:;)

Have a great one you two!

[Shelly]

Hey don't 4get about me Mels! ;)

I can't wait... 1 wk from tomorrow woo hoo!! The last wk is the best wk 4 me when prepping... so much excitement that it outweighs all of the hunger, exhaustion and everything else!! Keep the strength!! See ya soon :) xoxo

I gotcha girl!! ;)

we will meet up at PREJ keep ur phone handy!:kiss:

[MsGuns]

from some1's signature...

[Mike W.]..."do the work and the results will come. Don't concentrate on 'I have "x" amount of time' - just concentrate on your next work out - your next meal - your next cardio session... Keep it small - keep it simple...DO NOT CHANGE A THING when it comes to your thinking...Not too much pressure on any one certain day, any one certain meal, any one certain cardio session...It's just one more - that's all- one more".

[NYCStrongFox]

from some1's signature...

[Mike W.]..."do the work and the results will come. Don't concentrate on 'I have "x" amount of time' - just concentrate on your next work out - your next meal - your next cardio session... Keep it small - keep it simple...DO NOT CHANGE A THING when it comes to your thinking...Not too much pressure on any one certain day, any one certain meal, any one certain cardio session...It's just one more - that's all- one more".

Thanks MsGuns! Good words to live by. The hardest part is over with, so it's just time to rock and roll with it!!!:D

[kitty kat]

from some1's signature...

[Mike W.]..."do the work and the results will come. Don't concentrate on 'I have "x" amount of time' - just concentrate on your next work out - your next meal - your next cardio session... Keep it small - keep it simple...DO NOT CHANGE A THING when it comes to your thinking...Not too much pressure on any one certain day, any one certain meal, any one certain cardio session...It's just one more - that's all- one more".

Thanks MsGuns! Good words to live by. The hardest part is over with, so it's just time to rock and roll with it!!!:D

:awesome::awesome:... Thank you MsGuns..
Hey mel. how is your weekend going.. a lot of running around today for me.. lol... I totally agree with those words... Thank you so much..

Have a great night ladies:waving::waving:

[NYCStrongFox]

:awesome::awesome:... Thank you MsGuns..
Hey mel. how is your weekend going.. a lot of running around today for me.. lol... I totally agree with those words... Thank you so much..

Have a great night ladies:waving::waving:

OMG girl, it was BUSY today for me too. I was up and running since 6:30am and didn't get home until about 3:30pm. Got all those cardios in, arms, got the nails done, did some food shopping then came home a crashed on the sofa for about an hour before getting up to do MORE stuff lol. Last week is busy, but so worth it!! It's 9:39pm and exactly one week from now, we'll probably be done with our part on the stage!!! Holy cow! EXCITED!!
I'm going to bed soon too. Another early day tomorrow - more cardio, Costco shopping, tanning, cooking,..... wow
Keep it going chica! We are reaching the finishline!! Sweet dreams.:sleep:

[MsGuns]

Thats right ladies....rock and roll...

:awesome::awesome:... Thank you MsGuns..
Hey mel. how is your weekend going.. a lot of running around today for me.. lol... I totally agree with those words... Thank you so much..

Have a great night ladies:waving::waving:

[frannyfran]

You ladies all look GREAT!!!! Have fun homestretch now right?

[NYCStrongFox]

You ladies all look GREAT!!!! Have fun homestretch now right?

Thanks Frannyfran! Oh yeah, last 6 days....
Just eating now and cooking flank, fish and asparagus, then off to cardio #2. So, I figured I check in too. It's cloudy out with a good chance of rain here...I wish is it was nicer, sunny and warm these days. I'd rather take it outside instead of the gym where we are underground. Oh well.
Have a great Sunday!!

[Shelly]

yay mel almso there girlie!!!!!!!!

thisis the home stretch you did it so just cruise into it this week and kick butt!

xox

[NYCStrongFox]

yay mel almso there girlie!!!!!!!!

thisis the home stretch you did it so just cruise into it this week and kick butt!

xox

You know it girl. Feeling good and representing!! :D
Thanks again to all of you who've sent motivation, encouragement and support, not only to me, but to all here.
Best of luck to all of us (hehe) next week and of course to ALL competing this year. Looking forward to meeting everyone and seeing all the girls on Saturday. Here's to you :awesome: and it's not a protein shake lol

[kitty kat]

:waving:
Hey all,
Well Mel, i'm [retty sue you were happy it didn't rain.:awesome:
Me too, bc today i went to do my highlights and while I was on the chair, I was just saring out and praying my ass of. of course, I have to do my hair Friay again, but I wanted to start with the highlight just to make sure nothing goes wrong with the hair..

Running around, yes!!! just finished up tapp-awearing the meals for the days ahead, and washing clothes... and of course, eating:spit:

i'll probably head to bed soon, since last night I went to bed late thinking about next week...

I hope you all had a wonderfull weekend, catch up tomorrow. Have a lovely night :awesome::D

[fitlei]

Hey ladies!! Just checkin in, glad to see everyone is pumped and getting ready for the last couple of days ahead :) Let's be sure to all meet up and take some pix! Sooo excited!!! woo hoo!!

[Siouxcountry]

I'll put the pic that has the most board members in it on top for a week. :waving:

[bronxbomber]

hey ladies, well last week is here, i what assume you are all ready and putting the final touches together, i look foward in see you all shine, and once again good look.

on a second note, after meeting some editors at nationals in dallas back in november, they offered me the opportunity to be interview for a full page article in their mag. Posedown mag is looking for some northeastern exposure.
lately i've been helping them out, so they are asking me to gather info from all the winners of this show, and foward it to them for future article.

so for those who may be interested in having an article done on you.
if you win class/overall, please send me your info.name..ect
and i will send it to them and have them contact you.

posedownmag.com

[NYCStrongFox]

:waving:
Hey all,
Well Mel, i'm [retty sue you were happy it didn't rain.:awesome:
Me too, bc today i went to do my highlights and while I was on the chair, I was just saring out and praying my ass of. of course, I have to do my hair Friay again, but I wanted to start with the highlight just to make sure nothing goes wrong with the hair..

Running around, yes!!! just finished up tapp-awearing the meals for the days ahead, and washing clothes... and of course, eating:spit:

i'll probably head to bed soon, since last night I went to bed late thinking about next week...

I hope you all had a wonderfull weekend, catch up tomorrow. Have a lovely night :awesome::D

Hey Kitty Kay! Oh yeah, it was a busy day yesterday for me too with cardio, cooking, cleaning, etc. I get my hair touched up on Thursday so let's pray for a great hair day on Saturday! Keep pumping!!!

[NYCStrongFox]

I'll put the pic that has the most board members in it on top for a week. :waving:

That sounds great. Get ready, I'm sure you'll get a ton of photos from all of us lol. Good times to be had....Looking forward to meeting Kitty Kat and Jillian and I'll look for you too Chris! Think you'll have some great group shots to chose from.:grouphug:

[JenFerFigure]

Hello ladies! :)

I've decided to brave it once more and do this show on Saturday. This was my first show ever last year, and I did not place well. Everything was really new to me. I took a year off to work really hard on my physique, and I'm going to dive into the waters once again! I certainly hope the improvements are apparent...and I'm looking forward to meeting you all and having a great time!

Mel, are you in Jersey?

Just want to say GOOD LUCK ...and see you all on Saturday! :awesome:

- Jean

I'll post pics as soon as Sioux tells me how. LOL


Here is a little bit of my background.

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/transf108.htm

[NYCStrongFox]

Hello ladies! :)

I've decided to brave it once more and do this show on Saturday. This was my first show ever last year, and I did not place well. Everything was really new to me. I took a year off to work really hard on my physique, and I'm going to dive into the waters once again! I certainly hope the improvements are apparent...and I'm looking forward to meeting you all and having a great time!

Mel, are you in Jersey?

Just want to say GOOD LUCK ...and see you all on Saturday! :awesome:

- Jean

I'll post pics as soon as Sioux tells me how. LOL


Here is a little bit of my background.

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/transf108.htm

Hi JenFerFigure! Awesome! One more to add to the group! I'm sure you'll be fine, but I want to wish you good luck as well. Looking forward to meeting you too. No, I live in Queens.
Gonna read your profile.

[JenFerFigure]

Oh cool...for some reason I thought you were a Jersey girl (like me).

Looking forward to Saturday -- it'll be nice to see the actual faces versus the emails. :)

[bree marsh]

Oh cool...for some reason I thought you were a Jersey girl (like me).

Looking forward to Saturday -- it'll be nice to see the actual faces versus the emails. :)

good luck JenFerFigure...i recognize you from muscle with attitude...i never go there anymore...shame on me!

[NYCStrongFox]

Good for you for overcoming such an obstacle and taking better care of "you" :D

[JenFerFigure]

Hey Bree, How've you been? :D

I haven't gone much over there -- for some reason whenever I got their web page take a long time to load up and I'm on on mega high gear these days. Every second is precious. haha

[JenFerFigure]

Thanks Mel -- It's definitely a goal I always had and I can finally say I've arrived. I am completely satisfied and happy with the changes I've made and the everything I have learned and I look forward to a better future. It is a dream come true, but it sure was/IS a lot of work! More like total submersion. I'm taking another course now...the one about "balance".

[Shelly]

Hello ladies! :)

I've decided to brave it once more and do this show on Saturday. This was my first show ever last year, and I did not place well. Everything was really new to me. I took a year off to work really hard on my physique, and I'm going to dive into the waters once again! I certainly hope the improvements are apparent...and I'm looking forward to meeting you all and having a great time!

Mel, are you in Jersey?

Just want to say GOOD LUCK ...and see you all on Saturday! :awesome:

- Jean

I'll post pics as soon as Sioux tells me how. LOL


Here is a little bit of my background.

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/transf108.htm

youre dping the show too girl??? WOWZA i didnt know you lived in JERSEY! where???


GOOD LUCK we will be there cheering you on!:awesome:

[bree marsh]

Hey Bree, How've you been? :D

I haven't gone much over there -- for some reason whenever I got their web page take a long time to load up and I'm on on mega high gear these days. Every second is precious. haha

yea it takes long on my comp too!! what gives? the posts over here are so much easier to navigate also! i love it here! i'm excited for ya, can't wait to see pics!

[JenFerFigure]

Hi Shel! Honey...I'm in WNY/Edgewater. I think I've read you are in Belleville? We are somewhat of neighbors, and I know that area soooo well!!! I used to work out at Kings Court for years!

Bree -- Yeah wherever Sioux is it's bound to a cool place and the people here are mega nice and supportive I've noticed. :awesome:

[JenFerFigure]

You girls are too sweet -- thanks!

[Shelly]

Hi Shel! Honey...I'm in WNY/Edgewater. I think I've read you are in Belleville? We are somewhat of neighbors, and I know that area soooo well!!! I used to work out at Kings Court for years!

Bree -- Yeah wherever Sioux is it's bound to a cool place and the people here are mega nice and supportive I've noticed. :awesome:

ohh i know where u r ;) we grew up in west caldwell but now have a house in Woodbridge (exit 129 on pkrway lol)

SO GLAD you told us you are doing the show!!! CANT WAIT to see ya!! i didnt even know you were prepping!! what other shows are you doing this yr!!

[NYCStrongFox]

Thanks Mel -- It's definitely a goal I always had and I can finally say I've arrived. I am completely satisfied and happy with the changes I've made and the everything I have learned and I look forward to a better future. It is a dream come true, but it sure was/IS a lot of work! More like total submersion. I'm taking another course now...the one about "balance".

That's one of the most important things, to be happy with yourself and your accomplishments. Kudos to you girl to living your dream and aiming high. I'm totally with you on that. We have the power to make ourselves happy.
Oh yeah, it's hard, but I've been at it for many years and there is no turning back. Yeah, you may hit an obstacle or two, but you learn so much about yourself, your likes and dislikes, your inner strength, determination and dedication - there is so much to come. You're doing a great job chica! :awesome:

[Shelly]

That's one of the most important things, to be happy with yourself and your accomplishments. Kudos to you girl to living your dream and aiming high. I'm totally with you on that. We have the power to make ourselves happy.
Oh yeah, it's hard, but I've been at it for many years and there is no turning back. Yeah, you may hit an obstacle or two, but you learn so much about yourself, your likes and dislikes, your inner strength, determination and dedication - there is so much to come. You're doing a great job chica! :awesome:

so true mel!!!!

t-5 days!:kiss:

[NYCStrongFox]

so true mel!!!!

t-5 days!:kiss:

LOL - I was just thinking that it's a good thing I'm blocked for these boards from work cause I will not get any work done.

Luv ya! I'm off to the gym for my 2nd cardio :tr:. I'll be back

[JenFerFigure]

One thing I never knew before I got started was how much mental strength you need over the physical -- as Shel would say -- WOWZA haha

It's been a challenge, and thrilling. Saturday is like a relief to finally just do it.

I honestly have not decided about any other shows this year. I guess I'll think about that next week -- after the dust settles. LOL

[JenFerFigure]

Have a great workout lady! I'm heading out in a few minutes too for some of the same....ughffff.

[JenFerFigure]

I'm really excited to meet you too...it'll be great. We need to pose for the camera -- couple of shots here and there. It'll be fun. :D

[Siouxcountry]

Hiya Jeanette! I had no idea you were prepping for this show! What great news! :awesome:

Check out Jeanette's two week out pics...

CLICK HERE (http://www.siouxcountry.com/showthread.php?t=713)

[NYCStrongFox]

Have a great workout lady! I'm heading out in a few minutes too for some of the same....ughffff.

I'm back - time to shower, eat and take a nap lol
Enjoy your workout as well. Great pics of you 2 weeks out.

[Siouxcountry]

Bree -- Yeah wherever Sioux is it's bound to a cool place and the people here are mega nice and supportive I've noticed. :awesome:

Thank you, Jen! It's you ladies that make this a great board! :hug:

[kitty kat]

Thank you, Jen! It's you ladies that make this a great board! :hug:

Dido Sioux,
Thanks so much for all the dedication you have given into this forum..:bowdown::bowdown:..

[kitty kat]

I'm back - time to shower, eat and take a nap lol
Enjoy your workout as well. Great pics of you 2 weeks out.

Thank you Mel,
Nap?? Holly crap, i haven't been able to take one of those in months.lol:banghead::banghead::p

[JenFerFigure]

Oh the good ole naps...I can take one in an instant wherever I am. It's a new skill. lol

[Siouxcountry]

3 days away! :awesome:

[JLB001]

Saw Mary Hobbs yesterday. She was looking pretty flat and depleted, but should fill out really nice! She is certainly looking the best I have ever seen her look. I wish her the best this weekend along with all you other ladies stepping on stage!

[Siouxcountry]

Saw Mary Hobbs yesterday. She was looking pretty flat and depleted, but should fill out really nice! She is certainly looking the best I have ever seen her look. I wish her the best this weekend along with all you other ladies stepping on stage!

What weight does she compete in?

[JLB001]

What weight does she compete in?

She said Heavies....But I dunno about that. Will be interesting to see.:respect:

[NYCStrongFox]

Hi ladies. Sorry, been away for a few days, so I'm catching up on the board. We have a beautiful day today here in the city. I wish Saturday was going to be this great. Regardless, it will. Hope you are all pumped and ready. Looking forward to sharing the stage with you and meeting you all! Stay focused! Just a couple of more days - whoo hoo!

[JenFerFigure]

Hi ladies. Sorry, been away for a few days, so I'm catching up on the board. We have a beautiful day today here in the city. I wish Saturday was going to be this great. Regardless, it will. Hope you are all pumped and ready. Looking forward to sharing the stage with you and meeting you all! Stay focused! Just a couple of more days - whoo hoo!

Hi Mel, It was lovely today wasn't it?! I was loving it, but I'm loving more being home now and relaxing. haha Have a great Friday -- relax -- and GET READY TO SHINE lady! :awesome:

See you soon!

[NYCStrongFox]

Hi Mel, It was lovely today wasn't it?! I was loving it, but I'm loving more being home now and relaxing. haha Have a great Friday -- relax -- and GET READY TO SHINE lady! :awesome:

See you soon!

Hey girl! I hear ya. I was happy to be home early and just rest. Smooth sailing - last 24 hours right around the corner. Time to catch up on all the Oprah shows I recorded on my DVR lol. Enjoy your rest too.

[JenFerFigure]

Hey girl! I hear ya. I was happy to be home early and just rest. Smooth sailing - last 24 hours right around the corner. Time to catch up on all the Oprah shows I recorded on my DVR lol. Enjoy your rest too.

Thank you! Unfortunato I have to do my nails which I'm dreading because I don't like to sit there for the amount of time it takes -- hence I left it for last. I'll be there first thing in the a.m. so I can be out early and come back to SLEEP.

[kitty kat]

Hey girl! I hear ya. I was happy to be home early and just rest. Smooth sailing - last 24 hours right around the corner. Time to catch up on all the Oprah shows I recorded on my DVR lol. Enjoy your rest too.

Thank you! Unfortunato I have to do my nails which I'm dreading because I don't like to sit there for the amount of time it takes -- hence I left it for last. I'll be there first thing in the a.m. so I can be out early and come back to SLEEP.

hey ladies. Want to wish you best of luck. This will be my last posting until after the show. Today I just want to relax and take it easy... I will see you at the show... we did it girls....:awesome::respect:

[2hot4u]

GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE DOING THIS SHOW!! I WON THE OVERALL LAST YEAR AND IT WAS MY FIRST TIME TO NEW YORK!!! HAVE A BLAST!!!!

[NYCStrongFox]

hey ladies. Want to wish you best of luck. This will be my last posting until after the show. Today I just want to relax and take it easy... I will see you at the show... we did it girls....:awesome::respect:

I hear ya! Me too. Just wanted to post one more time. Best of luck to all competing and I'll see you girls tomorrow morning! :kiss:

[NYCStrongFox]

GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE DOING THIS SHOW!! I WON THE OVERALL LAST YEAR AND IT WAS MY FIRST TIME TO NEW YORK!!! HAVE A BLAST!!!!

THANK YOU!!!!! :D

[dvsness]

Best wishes ladies! :)

[Shelly]

good luck girlzzzz see you manana!!!

[fitlei]

Good luck mamas!! See ya manana!

[ripitupbaby]

Best of luck to our girls who are competing!!

I want lots of pics! :popcorn:


And someone please give Mary Hobbs a kiss for me!!!!

[Siouxcountry]

Ladies just one more day!

Have the time of your life, and enjoy every moment! And I want to hear all about the show when you get back online! :respect:

Best of luck to you all! :awesome:

[JenFerFigure]

Ladies just one more day!

Have the time of your life, and enjoy every moment! And I want to hear all about the show when you get back online! :respect:

Best of luck to you all! :awesome:

Sioux, Thanks so much for your never ending support...you are awesome. It's going to be a wonderful time and we will fill you in!! ;)

[Shelly]

I am JUTS POSITIVE all of Sioux's girls are gonna be walking with trophees!
:awesome:

[JenFerFigure]

I am JUTS POSITIVE all of Sioux's girls are gonna be walking with trophees!
:awesome:


You are soo sweet Shel...thanks for the support! Looking forward to meeting you tomorrow!!! :waving:

[Shelly]

You are soo sweet Shel...thanks for the support! Looking forward to meeting you tomorrow!!! :waving:

i was thinking the same about you!:kiss:

Ill be there in the AM so Ill come find you!:D Good luck girl you look fantastic!!

[IslandGirl]

Good luck to all you ladies competing!!!

We heard from Mary Hobbs last week. She competed in an earlier show cuz' she felt really good and ready....she didn't drop any water or anything and she won the overall. I can't remember what show it was. Sorry. Cam may have remembered. But good luck to her tomorrow!

[ripitupbaby]

Good luck to all you ladies competing!!!

We heard from Mary Hobbs last week. She competed in an earlier show cuz' she felt really good and ready....she didn't drop any water or anything and she won the overall. I can't remember what show it was. Sorry. Cam may have remembered. But good luck to her tomorrow!


Mary's gonna win the overall today too. :cool:
I can't wait to see pictures...I bet she looks incredible! She looked incredible at 6 weeks out at the Arnold!!!

[Ondrea]

I'M LATE...BUT GOOD LUCK LADIES. SHOW OFF ALL THAT HARD WORK! HAVE SOME FUN AFTERWARDS AND CHOW DOWN FOR ME!:awesome:

[JLB001]

Mary did the NPC West Texas in Lubbuck. Pics are at npctexas.org then click photos


She does look good. Best I've seen her and I saw her on this past Wed at the gym. :)

[fitmomma3]

Thinking of you ladies!!!!!! Hope you are having a blast and doing your thing on stage! Can't wait to see pics!

[Siouxcountry]

Mary did the NPC West Texas in Lubbuck. Pics are at npctexas.org then click photos


She does look good. Best I've seen her and I saw her on this past Wed at the gym. :)

Thanks, Jodie! :) Here is a couple of pics of her at the NPC West Texas...

[Siouxcountry]

Here is a list of women who are now competing in this show.

Results, and pics will come later.

Bodybuilding

Heavyweight

Emanuela Silvagni
Mary HobbsMiddleweight

Lightweight
Claudine Noelle
Valerie Kelly
Bridget Manzi
Tamara Paulsen
Carla DelisiMasters
Emanuela Silvagni
Valerie Kelly
Mary Hobbs
Carla DelisiFigure

Class A
Natalie Benjamin
Jessica Farey
Elizabeth Mayo
Tammy Downes
Chairma Fenelon
Jeanette Rivera
Lisa Person
Elizabeth DePare
Lorianne Siriani
Claudine Noelle
Cara Kallio
Melody Chao
Melissa Betz
Keri WatrousClass B
Jillian Pieville
Kristen Poltorak
Denise Bai
Sharon DeLura
Michelle Luynne
Heather Payne
Lindsay Dahl
Jog Dematas
Elizabeth BraceroClass C
Barbie Kaufmann
Cynthia McIntrye
Stephanie Calanis
Lateefa Morehouse
Katherynne Ramirez
Alissa Podber
Sharon Gayle
Patricia Walton
Sarah Stival

[Siouxcountry]

I see member Lisa Person (http://www.siouxcountry.com/member.php?u=1199) is competing as well, that makes 5 members here competing in this show. :waving: (http://www.siouxcountry.com/member.php?u=1199)

[JillianSR]

hey sioux..
update update...
This is katherynne,
I'm using Jills pc while she takes a nap.
I have a bunch of pics of backstage with Jen and mel, but unfort. Jill's laptop is not compatable with my cam sim car :mad:

I only have one pic on my phone and it's only me and Jill.
here it is... By the way,
Mel is such a wonderfull person, and jen is veryy nice as well. I haven;t seen the twins :( but mel told me they were there....

[Siouxcountry]

Thanks Kat, how did the prejudging go?

:)

[JillianSR]

great.. I cant wait to get results... I really wished I can upload all these pics lol.....
great response from audience.. I couldn't really see anyone onstage bc I was the last one to come out. Mel was going crazy bc she never got you cellphone. She has a bunch of pics on her phone.lol...

[Siouxcountry]

great.. I cant wait to get results... I really wished I can upload all these pics lol.....
great response from audience.. I couldn't really see anyone onstage bc I was the last one to come out. Mel was going crazy bc she never got you cellphone. She has a bunch of pics on her phone.lol...

I will PM (Jillian's ID) you right now my email address. Write it down and give it to Melody if you get a chance.

I emailed her and PMed her, but looks like she never received my email.

I can't wait for results and pics too! :awesome:

[JillianSR]

got it sioux,
Mel is sitting right by us backstge, so I will give her the email add. I am going to say bye for now. WANNA CATCH A LITLE NAP BEFORE WE GO BACK OVER THERE. GIRLS MEETING IS AT 615PM... TALK SOON AND WISH US LUCK:waving::awesome::awesome:

[NPCFigure 40]

Im very late jumping jumping in. Have not been on line. Good luck to all those competiting!!!!

[Siouxcountry]

got it sioux,
Mel is sitting right by us backstge, so I will give her the email add. I am going to say bye for now. WANNA CATCH A LITLE NAP BEFORE WE GO BACK OVER THERE. GIRLS MEETING IS AT 615PM... TALK SOON AND WISH US LUCK:waving::awesome::awesome:

Thanks, Kat! Best of luck to you all! :awesome:

[Siouxcountry]

MD has a bunch of bodybuilding pre-judging pics up, still no figure pics at the time of this posting...

CLICK HERE (http://www.musculardevelopment.com/browse/index.php?mode=viewphotos&eventcode=1231)

A few pics...

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c155/coconutsandapples/NEW/metro3.jpg

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c155/coconutsandapples/NEW/metro2.jpg

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c155/coconutsandapples/NEW/metro5.jpg

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c155/coconutsandapples/NEW/metro4.jpg

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c155/coconutsandapples/NEW/metro1.jpg

[Shelly]

okay quick fill in i was at prejudging.

CLASS A! HOLY SHITBALLZ is all i can say! clueless as to what happened here with judging....

CLASS B- I def think Jillian took this class she looked great!

CLASS C- KITTY KAT all the wayyy!! our two girls DEF I think won their classes!

Okay thats all for now. judgin was spot on for Classes B and C...But A! its a hypocracy I tell you!!! so sickening to see the hard work of girls with MUSCLE not get rewarded AT ALL

HMPH!

[Shelly]

got it sioux,
Mel is sitting right by us backstge, so I will give her the email add. I am going to say bye for now. WANNA CATCH A LITLE NAP BEFORE WE GO BACK OVER THERE. GIRLS MEETING IS AT 615PM... TALK SOON AND WISH US LUCK:waving::awesome::awesome:

girl I missed you:( But you Looked fantastic and IMHO should win your class no doubt!!

Me bets, Danielle (Nellie) Vanessa, and FitLei all sat together! we had a sioux reunion LOL

it was fun!

:D

[Siouxcountry]

Our members (prejudging pics)...

Lisa Person...

LINK (http://www.musculardevelopment.com/browse/index.php?mode=browse&id=14639&eventcode=1231)

[Siouxcountry]

Melody Chao...

LINK (http://www.musculardevelopment.com/browse/index.php?mode=browse&id=15186&eventcode=1231)

[Siouxcountry]

Jeanette Rivera...

LINK (http://www.musculardevelopment.com/browse/index.php?mode=browse&id=10979&eventcode=1231)

[Siouxcountry]

Jillian Pieville...

LINK (http://www.musculardevelopment.com/browse/index.php?mode=browse&id=15194&eventcode=1231)

[Siouxcountry]

Katherynne Ramirez...

LINK (http://www.musculardevelopment.com/browse/index.php?mode=browse&id=15205&eventcode=1231)

[joelster]

SC- you should start a separate thread for all of the pics. This thread will quickly get out of hand trying to search through it for all of them, along with the replies and such.

[Siouxcountry]

Thanks for the 411, Shelly! :)

Hopefully we'll find out the results soon. :cool:


Me bets, Danielle (Nellie) Vanessa, and FitLei all sat together! we had a sioux reunion LOL


Cool! :cool:

[Siouxcountry]

Backstage pics from Muscular Development.com...

:cool:

[scottnva]

did mary hobbs win?

[buffbabeGA]

awesome pics thanks for posting

[ripitupbaby]

I didn't hear the results, but Mary must have won...she looked phenominal!!

congrats to everyone!

[SweetCapri]

Hey ya'll!!! I'm here!!! Wooot wooot!!!
So who's Mary??? I'm lost. I dont know anyone anymore. Rip, do you still love me?:D:angel:

[IslandGirl]

Mary did the NPC West Texas in Lubbuck. Pics are at npctexas.org then click photos


She does look good. Best I've seen her and I saw her on this past Wed at the gym. :)

Oh, thanks Jodie!!!

[IslandGirl]

Hey ya'll!!! I'm here!!! Wooot wooot!!!
So who's Mary??? I'm lost. I dont know anyone anymore. Rip, do you still love me?:D:angel:

Hey girl! Welcome to SC!

Mary Hobbs.

[IslandGirl]

Great pics Sioux!

Congrats to all of you ladies who competed. You are ALL champions!

[ripitupbaby]

Hey ya'll!!! I'm here!!! Wooot wooot!!!
So who's Mary??? I'm lost. I dont know anyone anymore. Rip, do you still love me?:D:angel:



LOL Look who has finally arrived!! Of course I still love you!! :p
Make yourself at home here...you've come to the right board.
Can't wait to see you!!

Mary Hobbs is a Pro Tan girl...she probably helped you backstage at Team U last year!

[Siouxcountry]

I'm proud of all you women, and it's great to see you all on stage. :awesome: Please let us know how you all are doing, and fill us in about the show when you get online. :)

[KP DIVA]

Sioux, where on md did you find the backstage pics. I wish they'd hurry up and put up the results!

Backstage pics from Muscular Development.com...

:cool:

[Siouxcountry]

Sioux, where on md did you find the backstage pics. I wish they'd hurry up and put up the results!

CLICK HERE (http://www.musculardevelopment.com/index.php?set_albumName=album192&option=com_gallery&Itemid=166&include=view_album.php)

[KP DIVA]

Thanks!


CLICK HERE (http://www.musculardevelopment.com/index.php?set_albumName=album192&option=com_gallery&Itemid=166&include=view_album.php)

[NYCStrongFox]

Hey everyone. WOW! What a day. OK, I just got home from eating with family and friends. :eat: YUM! :spit: and all the much needed water! It all hit the spot.
First, let me start off by giving a huge THANK YOU! to all the gals that attended. Betsy, Shelly, Danielle, Leilani. :D I know I'm missing a couple of names - I'll come back to that lol.
HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to Kitty Kat for taking the overall in Figure and Jillian for taking 1st in B class. These women looked better in person than in their pics and they are sweet, down to earth, funny and all around adorable. We all clicked and it was such a pleasure doing this show with them and hanging out back stage. I have some pics my photographer took of us after pre-judging,so in a few days, I will post. The judges were on with their choices in these 2 classes and they so deserved it. They bought their A game and look awesome. :awesome::awesome:
Now, for me. I unfortunately did not place and I'm sure we'll know soon when MD puts the #s in. I won't deny some dissapointment on my end, but with me, I know I need to continue to be a work in progress and I will keep pushing. I will do what I can do with what I have, but I was just happy to get to this point, get on stage, meet the girls and just have a wonderful time. I have plenty of time for the next show.
So, I congratulate again everyone who competed. OMG - huge Congrates to Mary Hobbs - she took all her classes and looked awesome too.
Ah, so a small sigh of relief, one down and 4 more to go for me. I just love competing and meeting all the wonderful people who share the interest in this sport. I will see if I download a couple if pics before I hit the hay. However, I desperately need to shower and take ALL this make-up off lol.
Thank you all too on this board who send all the well wishes and support too.
:awesome:

[IslandGirl]

Congrats to you Melody! Do not be disappointed! :hug: You worked your butt off and noone, noone can take that away from you! All you can do is be the best Melody. You are a CHAMPION before you even walked on stage. Be Proud of yourself!

[NYCStrongFox]

Congrats to you Melody! Do not be disappointed! :hug: You worked your butt off and noone, noone can take that away from you! All you can do is be the best Melody. You are a CHAMPION before you even walked on stage. Be Proud of yourself!

Thanks girl! Overall, I'm definitely more happy than disappointed. I feel blessed just to be capable and able to compete and improve as much as I can each time. So true and I've always thought that way....I won just getting to that finishline. :D Thank you again. At least I got my medal hehe...

[IslandGirl]

Thanks girl! Overall, I'm definitely more happy than disappointed. I feel blessed just to be capable and able to compete and improve as much as I can each time. So true and I've always thought that way....I won just getting to that finishline. :D Thank you again. At least I got my medal hehe...

Can't wait to see more pics!

[kitty kat]

Guys,
I just want to thank you all for the great support you've given to all the ladies that have competed today.
Mel. It's was more than a pleasure to have met you and have the opportunity to hang out back stage with you. Indeed, we connected from the moment we introduced each other.
I want to congratulate my dear friend Jill. I love her so much. she worked very to earn that 1st place..

I am a bit sad that i didn't get to meet the twins and the other ladies :(, but one day we will...
I jst got home after my cab got lost. lol... I decided to just come home and have me some wine and watch food network... I will be posting our backstage pics tomorrow...

[Siouxcountry]

Melody you are an amazing woman! I can see why the Twins adore you so much! :cool:

Thanks for all that info, I started a thread on Kat and one on Jillian! I knew both would do very very well! :awesome:

[NYCStrongFox]

Melody you are an amazing woman! I can see why the Twins adore you so much! :cool:

Thanks for all that info, I started a thread on Kat and one on Jillian! I knew both would do very very well! :awesome:

Aw, THANKS Sioux! Oh yeah, when the pics of Kat & Jillian were posted, it was obvious that these ladies were going to bring it and bring it they did! They are both just sweet and earned it through all their hard work. They both have the potential to do very well at the national level. I don't doubt it at all. With more exposure in front of the national level judges at many of the NQ shows, they will make names for themselves in the NPC. True potential and I can't wait to see them achieve that level of achievement. Beautiful physiques and presentation. Sometime, pics don't show it all. Seeing them in person, pumping up and practicing their posing, just awesome. I'm just SO happy for them and we cheered each other all the way. That's what made this even more of a special day. They are young, fresh and on the right path with great starts in the few years they've been competing. Same goes for Shelly, Betsy and Danielle. I'm an so looking forward to their 2008 debut. So many doors are going to open for these ladies. :awesome:

[NYCStrongFox]

Hey, one guess on what I'm eating at the moment?? LOL

[NYCStrongFox]

Here is a pic we took outside after pre-judging. It was warm and sunny, thank goodness. Ha, look how our fingers all point out..

[dvsness]

Wow. There were too many women who had no business getting on a stage today. Jeanette got the royal shaft; I told her to do jersey shows since they reward hard muscle. Top 2 in Class A were very tiny. I found out who trians them though. :cool:

[NYCStrongFox]

Here are a few more shots of us backstage and after pre-j...
Of course, I can't forget to say hello and thanks to Chris. It was a pleasure to meet him and for offering to help with anything I may need. And, yes, we also got to meet Jeanette, who also looked great. Unfortunately, I didn't get to take a picture with her with my camera, but we did get some on heres. She was also very sweet.

[NYCStrongFox]

Wow. There were too many women who had no business getting on a stage today. Jeanette got the royal shaft; I told her to do jersey shows since they reward hard muscle. Top 2 in Class A were very tiny. I found out who trians them though. :cool:

Hey Vanessa. It was good to meet you too, though it was brief. Yes, I agree too. I thought Jeanette had a really good chance placing in top 5. She looked really good.

[Nickyfregs]

Mel- good seeing you again I see why the twinnies love you ;-)
this was only your 1st show of the season so remember things will only get better for you as you keep working! Congrats and see you again soon !!

[NYCStrongFox]

Mel- good seeing you again I see why the twinnies love you ;-)
this was only your 1st show of the season so remember things will only get better for you as you keep working! Congrats and see you again soon !!

HEY NICK! It was good seeing you too, though again, briefly. Aw, thank you for the very kind words. Totally! Knowing after a year off and this being the "warm-up", I can only try to keep going and improve. I have 8 weeks from the next show and Mike and Julie both said I WILL be ready. Thanks you again and yes, I'll see you soon!

How are my girlies today? I haven't attacked the brownies yet lol, but I have an entire day to get them into my "diet" today lol.

OK, I went to bed at 3am, hoping to still be in bed and the phone rang at 7:55....ah, my good friend who came back home early from a trip and is going to take me to the diner. What a great friend to think of me...So, working a cup of joe, though, umm, I am hungry!! This is going to be insane the next couple of days. Got a steakhouse lunch celebration tomorrow with my boss and colleagues! YUM. I have some steak with my name on it hehe.

OK, I will have more pics to send soon. Hope my new friends get a lot of rest today cause they have a lot of celebrating to do. To Kat, Jillian and Jeanette :waving::kiss:

[bree marsh]

congrats girls, you all looked amazing!!!

[NYCStrongFox]

congrats girls, you all looked amazing!!!

Thanks Bree. Wow, like I mentioned before, Kat and Jillian looked great. Two HOT NYC mamas!! They made the long day fun and they are just beautiful inside and out. I'll tell you, with all the years I've been competing, it's women like these who are just so genuin (did I spell that right??), down to earth, funny, sweet and humble, that make it so much fun. They have a lot of celebrating to do. Me too hehe

[Nickyfregs]

HEY NICK! It was good seeing you too, though again, briefly. Aw, thank you for the very kind words. Totally! Knowing after a year off and this being the "warm-up", I can only try to keep going and improve. I have 8 weeks from the next show and Mike and Julie both said I WILL be ready. Thanks you again and yes, I'll see you soon!

How are my girlies today? I haven't attacked the brownies yet lol, but I have an entire day to get them into my "diet" today lol.

OK, I went to bed at 3am, hoping to still be in bed and the phone rang at 7:55....ah, my good friend who came back home early from a trip and is going to take me to the diner. What a great friend to think of me...So, working a cup of joe, though, umm, I am hungry!! This is going to be insane the next couple of days. Got a steakhouse lunch celebration tomorrow with my boss and colleagues! YUM. I have some steak with my name on it hehe.

OK, I will have more pics to send soon. Hope my new friends get a lot of rest today cause they have a lot of celebrating to do. To Kat, Jillian and Jeanette :waving::kiss:

Yes, your body should react better after getting this show done and over with and get tighter and tighter every show. You have alot of mature muscle so you can get away with doing a bunch of shows. Shelly would disappear after 2 lol. Seriously though, once you bring your legs down to match your upper body conditioning you will do very well.

Enjoy your eating. The day after my shows are my favorite days of the year!

[NYCStrongFox]

Yes, your body should react better after getting this show done and over with and get tighter and tighter every show. You have alot of mature muscle so you can get away with doing a bunch of shows. Shelly would disappear after 2 lol. Seriously though, once you bring your legs down to match your upper body conditioning you will do very well.

Enjoy your eating. The day after my shows are my favorite days of the year!

TOTALLY agree! Thanks. Those darn legs lol. I can do a lot in the next 8 weeks! I also noticed that I needed to open up my back more. Just when you think you are, you see the pics and you don't look wide enough. Rusty after a year off AND I think I need to invest in a 3-way mirror lol.
Thanks again Nick. I really appreciate your feedback!
Almost time for breakfast - wish my friend would hurry up! LOL
Have a wonderful day! I'll be back later!!

[JenFerFigure]

Hi all! I want to extend a huge congratulations to all Kit, Jillian and Melody. Each one of you looked amazing, and for Kit and Jill, a well deserved win! :awesome:

It was also a pleasure for me meeting you all at the event!!!

:awesome::awesome::awesome:

[NYCStrongFox]

Here are the Siouxcountry.com Ladies representing...

[NYCStrongFox]

Hi all! I want to extend a huge congratulations to all Kit, Jillian and Melody. Each one of you looked amazing, and for Kit and Jill, a well deserved win! :awesome:

It was also a pleasure for me meeting you all at the event!!!

:awesome::awesome::awesome:

Hey Chica! It was great meeting you too and seeing you do your thing. It was a good show, though LONG... You were also so nice and you also did a great job. Your physique looked really good too and I hope you keep going at it girl. Did you enjoy your cheat meal(s)? lol You deserve it!

[JenFerFigure]

Hey Chica! It was great meeting you too and seeing you do your thing. It was a good show, though LONG... You were also so nice and you also did a great job. Your physique looked really good too and I hope you keep going at it girl. Did you enjoy your cheat meal(s)? lol You deserve it!

Hi Mel, Thanks! The pleasure was all mine. I wish we had had more time to socialize but the energy was was it was last night and it was HOT backstage like a sauna.

I didn't go crazy on my cheat...I actually had a breakfast sandwich with a diet coke if you wanna know the truth. I know gross, but I love breakfast (or maybe I just wanted it to be the next morning really fast LOL). I plan to keep it as healthy as possible, I really don't want to take in cheats that in the long run I'm going to regret. I'll keep it as clean as I can, although tonight I'm taking my best friend to dinner for a belated bday dinner. God knows she deserves it being all day with me, being my sidekick all of yesterday. This is how you know who is your true friend. Yes, I do plan to have dessert and wine tonight!!! Wooo hoooo!

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Hi Mel, Thanks! The pleasure was all mine. I wish we had had more time to socialize but the energy was was it was last night and it was HOT backstage like a sauna.

I didn't go crazy on my cheat...I actually had a breakfast sandwich with a diet coke if you wanna know the truth. I know gross, but I love breakfast (or maybe I just wanted it to be the next morning really fast LOL). I plan to keep it as healthy as possible, I really don't want to take in cheats that in the long run I'm going to regret. I'll keep it as clean as I can, although tonight I'm taking my best friend to dinner for a belated bday dinner. God knows she deserves it being all day with me, being my sidekick all of yesterday. This is how you know who is your true friend. Yes, I do plan to have dessert and wine tonight!!! Wooo hoooo!

Yes, I know and it was great to at least see you here and there. It's not like we were all over the place. We were all good just chillin in our seats and chatting away and waiting.
I am with you on breakfast food. I had eggs and pancakes yesterday and I had eggs and toast again today. I really wanted a cinnamon raisin bagel, but they didn't have any. I didn't want to go crazy either and yes, they were egg whites, but with swiss cheese. Not a total pig out, but something simple and tasty. YUM. I think I'll be eating breakfast foods all day today lol.
You deserve it too, so enjoy it all with no regrets what so ever. You'll shock your body for a little bit so it will work better for ya!
Happy belated birthday to your girl friend too.

[NYCStrongFox]

This is the gal who won the A class: Lorianne Siriani (pic from MD)

[JenFerFigure]

Yes, I know and it was great to at least see you here and there. It's not like we were all over the place. We were all good just chillin in our seats and chatting away and waiting.
I am with you on breakfast food. I had eggs and pancakes yesterday and I had eggs and toast again today. I really wanted a cinnamon raisin bagel, but they didn't have any. I didn't want to go crazy either and yes, they were egg whites, but with swiss cheese. Not a total pig out, but something simple and tasty. YUM. I think I'll be eating breakfast foods all day today lol.
You deserve it too, so enjoy it all with no regrets what so ever. You'll shock your body for a little bit so it will work better for ya!
Happy belated birthday to your girl friend too.

Thanks!! It's good to shock the body a little bit I agree!

[JenFerFigure]

Hey Vanessa. It was good to meet you too, though it was brief. Yes, I agree too. I thought Jeanette had a really good chance placing in top 5. She looked really good.


Thanks very much ladies.

Vanessa, it was awesome to meet you! You are one spunky chic and I love it. Thanks for your words. They truly meant a lot to me. You look awesome in your off-season (regardless of what you say LOL)...I can't wait to see you contest ready! :respect::kiss: