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Feb 13 '10 - New England fitness women are abuzz and training for the Mohegan Sun extravaganza on April 24. Oxygen, Fitness Rx, Natural Muscle and other magazine photographers will be shooting and scouting for new talent. And, highlights of the Ms. Bikini, Figure, Model & Fitness Divisions will be televised on NESN plus a live worldwide webcast. Fitness New England Weekend winners will win trips to the Universe Weekend in Miami.
Feb 12 '10 - Labrada Nutrition has become a sponsor of the 2010 Fitness Universe Tour. Representatives will be at major events likes the Universe, America, New England and New York shows displaying their cutting edge sports nutrition product line. Owner & founder Lee Labrada was a world class professional bodybuilder for many years before starting the company in 1996.
Jan 14 '10 - '09 Fitness America Weekend DVD's are now available including the Ms. Bikini, Figure, Model & Fitness shows. Professionally produced with 5 cameras, the DVD's can be purchased by visiting the FU Store.
Jan 8 '10 - The Fitness Atlantic Pageant returns to the television airwaves in a special, 1-hour show on New England Sports Network. Now in its 12th season, this will be first time in many years the Fitness Atlantic has appeared on television. Broadcast to over 4 million homes throughout the six state region, NESN is known for its exclusive coverage of Boston Red Socks, Bruins and other Beantown teams. Television broadcast schedule will be posted in May. Competitor entry forms and tickets available January 30.
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With over 400 competitors at the 2009 Universe Weekend, the chances of a novice competitor winning were a challenge in the least. But when Floridian model Natalia Muntean appeared at registration, you knew there was something special about this lady. And, when the judges caught first glimpse of her, they gave Natalia the highest score in all divisions edging out
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No doubt the many of the hottest fitness ladies in Latin America last year were at the 6th Annual Ms. Bikini Latino in Mexico City and one of the most popular competitors was Kendra Arce. Initially attracting attention with a stunning headdress, the Zacatecas, México, native captivated the audience with a more than sexy look and stride. The 26 year old mother may
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Congratulations to 3x FUP Champion Sheri Vuvick who recently announced she's pregnant and expecting a new baby boy - her third! But that isn't deterring her from making plans for the 2010 season. Sheri says, "Everything looks great. I'm going to try and make Fitness America in November but I'm due in June and this being my third we'll
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Last month at the Fit Expo in Los Angeles, some former FAP Champions got together including Dena Weiner (2005), MaDonna Grimes (1994) and Sherri Goggins (1991). The setting provided an appropriate opportunity for Dena to announce her retirement from fitness competitions. In her own words . . .
"I am officially retired!! After 85 fitness
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More Than A Fitness Facade |
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 As a Top 10 Finalist at the Fitness America Pageant, Jessica Kennedy is among the most talented athletes in the sport. But, beyond her fitness facade is a socially committed woman who has an even deeper and passionate resolute to help less fortunate. Recently, Jessica spent a week working at a Mexican orphanage. The 2007 Boston University graduate has her masters
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Veteran fitness competitor Lori Hess has been a Fitness Universe Pageant Top 5 Finalist among numerous regional show titles. She started competing in 1998 but after a decade of performances, Lori moved to Hawaii and changed her fitness philosophies drastically. In 2008, Lori said, "I am no longer a believer that you have to be in a gym for your workout to count.
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After winning the '06 Ms. Bikini America, Danielle McGlynn took time off to have her first child. She moved from Florida to Tennessee and settled into her family life. "I wanted to take time off to enjoy other things in life & as well, focus on being a mom," says Danielle. Now she and her sister Michelle LaGasse ('07 Ms. Bikini Universe and
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The title of "Crazy Ladies" goes to a group of fearless fitness women including popular FU veteran Lori Harder (second left). In the midst of a frigged Minnesota winter, the group took the Polar Plunge in freezing 0 degree water for the Special Olympics. This annual fund raising event raises money for the local charity and Lori and her fitness divas
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