Masters Nationals

[Ann Dana-Caliri]

Just curious if anyone has heard who is doing the Masters Nationals July 21 & 22nd. I will be among the lightweights again and have seen from the posts that both Michelle & Gerri will be there. (Good luck to you both!)

I can make a good guess at who is likely to be in my class but would love to hear about the others and how it's going. Robin Parker is helping me dial it in this time so I'm very excited, she's awesome!

Thanks!

Ann (now Ann Caliri)

[femalemusclefan]

:sprite10: Good Luck Ann! :sprite10:

[gymdiva1222]

Ann, where are they located this year?

[genex]

James and I will be there it looks like! Pittsburgh is where they are at Sharon.

[Ann Dana-Caliri]

Thanks for the well-wishes FemaleMuscleFan! It had seemed like there was plenty of time and now all of a sudden it's almost here!
Last year's was a good show with a great field of competitors and I'm sure this one will be also. I'm really looking forward to it. :)

Hey Sharon, it's in Pittsburg... really not that bad a drive from NC (if someone else is doing the driving, LOL!) Last year I drove myself and won't make that mistake again! If I'm remembering correctly, I think it took about 9 hours but wouldn't be that long if you don't have to stop at EVERY restroom on the way there!

I think Quincy, Diane & Marilyn (from G'BO) fly though.... much smarter and with gas prices, probably not much difference in expense. :)

[gymdiva1222]

my old prep guy lives near pittsburgh...maybe he'll let me come crash :D

have any pics you'd like to share with us of your progress so far Ann?

[Scott]

i think Julie Peavey and Debbie Bramwell are doing this show.

[fbbhubby]

Pam Franklin and Lora Ottendad in the Heavies.

[Gerri]

Hey Ann!

Good luck to you too!!! Can't wait to see everyone...we had a great time last year!

I don't think Lora Ottenaud is competing...her hubby told me she's going to wait until the North American.

I heard from a fan that Trudy Ireland will be joining Pam Franklin and I in the heavyweights.

[femalemusclefan]

Thanks for the well-wishes FemaleMuscleFan! It had seemed like there was plenty of time and now all of a sudden it's almost here!
Last year's was a good show with a great field of competitors and I'm sure this one will be also. I'm really looking forward to it. :)

Your very welcome Ann!
I really think you will blow the competition away! :)

Yep, it's quite scary sometimes when you realise how fast time shoots by!

This is probably a tiny bit cheeky of me, but do you have any progress pictures you could share with your fans?

Thanks!:)

[fbbhubby]

Here are a couple of 7 week out pix of Pam Franklin.

[Jason]

Ellen Woodley is doing Masters too. She placed 2nd in MW's at Nats in Atlanta.

Good Luck to ALL the beautiful ladies competing!!

[femalemusclefan]

Great pictures of Pam!
I love the first picture, it shows off her muscularity very well indeed!
Thanks :)

[Amanda Dunbar]

Pam's looking great as always.

Debbie B. is looking freakishly leans these days as well. She's excited and ready to compete. I wish we could go and see this show. It sounds like it's going to be a big one.

Interesting about Lora, wonder if that'll happen?

Amanda

[Gerri]

Pam - :star: you DO look AWESOME, and obviously have a very proud husband! I'll bet he is fantastic support for you! Best of luck to you!!!

Best of luck to all my iron sisters competing at Masters!

[Ann Dana-Caliri]

Your very welcome Ann!
I really think you will blow the competition away! :)

Yep, it's quite scary sometimes when you realise how fast time shoots by!

This is probably a tiny bit cheeky of me, but do you have any progress pictures you could share with your fans?

Thanks!:)


I think I can manage a couple of pics... anything for you guys! We're headed to the lake this afternoon which will make a cool backdrop :)

I'm glad to hear Ellen Woodley will be there, she is one of my favorite people!

[Michelle Brent]

Gene and James, Good I'm glad yoy guys will be there. I hope I helped convince you guys to come to this show!!! Lets do another shoot!!!

[femalemusclefan]

I think I can manage a couple of pics... anything for you guys! We're headed to the lake this afternoon which will make a cool backdrop :)

How sweet!
Looking forward to them, thanks Ann! :)

[Billy Biceps]

I'm so proud to say that my wife Michelle Brent is @ her best ever stage of prepping (6 weeks out) for this show...

[BodybuilderBeth]

I'm so proud to say that my wife Michelle Brent is @ her best ever stage of prepping (6 weeks out) for this show...

So glad Michelle is doing well! Looks like it will be a very good show for the women this year!!!

I will be cheering in the audience!!!!

Also glad to hear Gene and James will be covering it!!!! Giving FBB more coverage at it's best!!!! Love you guys!!!

Beth

[fbbhubby]

Can anyone confirm if Kasie Cavanaugh and Amber DeLuca are competing. I've seen it on other boards.

[TomNine]

Can anyone confirm if Kasie Cavanaugh and Amber DeLuca are competing. I've seen it on other boards.
I've been in touch with Jayne/Kasie, she is competing. Amber has not replied to my recent e-mails on the subject, but I believe she will be there.

[fbbhubby]

From the proud hubby. Looks like a great show coming up. It's the first Pro qualifier for the year so we'll see what the judges reward.

[genex]

Wow Pam's back is looking crazy!

[gymdiva1222]

damn! go Pam!!!

[femalemusclefan]

Excellent picture!
Pam looks awesome! :)

[Scott]

Lookin tremendous Pam, all the best!

[Billy Biceps]

First and foremost I am proud of Michelle for raising a great son and this pic I'm posting of her is from Kyles graduation from The Army Infantry program. And of course
I'm proud of her for hanging in there with her prep for yet another yr, I praise her every day for being her own type of trouper!!

[Billy Biceps]

Folks I forgot to add this pic with the last message of my wife's prep...she is more than special all the time this sport is a bonus++

[Claire Rohrbacker-OConnel]

Hey Michelle and Billy,

Wow way to go Michelle, looks you are right on. fingers are crossed for you at the Masters, go girl.

Claire

[Maxt]

Gene and James get some pictures of women in the audience like Bodybuilder Beth ahhhiiigghttt??

[Maxt]

Congratulations Michelle for raising a great son to graduate the Army's Infantry program and in attending his graduation. I graduated the Army's Infantry program and my dad attended my graduation. It was a proud moment.

[Michelle Brent]

Thanks Maxt, and funny you say about Beth being in the audience, she has not been at a show in awhile, but will be there rooting me on with her boyfrioend who both r helping me with my prep!!!

[hans]

Love the pics with the tank Michelle! I'm curious - how did those guys react to you?

Hans

[CalJoe]

Good job Michelle. Just keep going with what you're doing, and you'll be fine for the show :sprite10: .

[Michelle Brent]

5 more days to get on stage. See everybody there, Debbie, Pam, Amber, Trudy, Gerri, .... ;>)

[BodybuilderBeth]

5 more days to get on stage. See everybody there, Debbie, Pam, Amber, Trudy, Gerri, .... ;>)

Best of luck Michelle with these last couple of days left! You are really looking awesome! Can't wait to see you up there doing your thing.

See ya in a couple days!

Beth

[Ann Dana-Caliri]

The countdown is on and a Margarita is in site!

Good luck to everyone, I can hardly wait!

[Michelle Brent]

Thxs Beth, see you there too Ana!! Boy margaritas and my protein cookies! Yum!!!

[rpflex]

I hope everyone has a fantastic time this weekend! Gary puts on a fantastic show and I'm glad it will get some coverage this year. I wish all of you a safe and happy weekend!

[genex]

Wish we could have been there for your win last year Robin!

[Ann Dana-Caliri]

Thxs Beth, see you there too Ana!! Boy margaritas and my protein cookies! Yum!!!

Michelle, if you're bringing your protien cookies, I'll definately be in the purchase line!!

[Jason]

GOOD LUCK to ALL ladies competing this weekend esp- Ellen Woodley, Debbie Bramwell, Gerri Deach and Ali Huston(making her Figure debut)

[Scott]

:upset: GOOD LUCK to ALL ladies competing this weekend esp- Ellen Woodley, Debbie Bramwell, Gerri Deach and Ali Huston(making her Figure debut)

Ali Huston is doing figure....say it aint so :upset: ....ok now thats out of my system :big grin Good luck to everyone!

[Jason]

Yes, it is so! Check out her new pics in the FTV pic update!! She's looking REALLY good! Kinda liking the shorter hairstyle too.

[mark000]

Gerri Deach is in da house!! :p

But I'm not :(

[BuffDiva]

Dave P has some pics posted http://www.davepalumbo.com/gallery.htm

[greg]

They are all in great shape ! Between Michelle, Ellen and Debbie the choice is hard they are fantastic :banghead:

[Echo]

The 2006 Masters Nationals may prove to be the most interesting amateur event for Women competitors. The question, or, rather, fear in my mind is whether seasoned veteran favorites like Michelle Brent, Gerri Deach, and Debbie Bramwell will be unfairly punished by the judges for their superb development and conditioning. If so, "dark horse" competitors like Anita Nikolich may get some extra consideration from the judges, (particularly if Anita approaches the condition she displayed at the 2001 Nationals in Dallas).

Of course, this all just "pre-game" conjecture. Most importantly, I congratulate all of you who traveled to Pittsburgh to compete in this event, and I wish you all the very best of luck. You are all terrific!

[Scott]

Ali is lookin hot but if she was copeting in the College BB division of the show she would probably smoke anyone else that showed up unless maybe Brit Miller decdes at the last minute to show up and compete like she did last year. lol

[genex]

Here's a pic of Ali from our shoot today:
http://static.flickr.com/35/195046644_03c1dfc25f_o.jpg

[genex]

and one from Debbie Bramwell:
http://static.flickr.com/75/195050876_770fb0223e_o.jpg

[gymdiva1222]

oh goodie pics!!! :D

[greg]

Thanks Gene ! Great shoulders on Ali and Debbie is like always :flamethro

[hans]

Debbie looks awesome as always! With a pro card up for grabs, the masters is sooooo competitive now.

Any good fbbers in the teen or collegiates Gene?

Hans

[roman]

and one from Debbie Bramwell:
http://static.flickr.com/75/195050876_770fb0223e_o.jpg


Absolutely no surprise, Debbie looks fantastic ! Without a doubt, best shape ever! And of course, a beautiful lady!

[femalemusclefan]

Here's a pic of Ali from our shoot today:
http://static.flickr.com/35/195046644_03c1dfc25f_o.jpg

Ali looks in great shape, nice shoulders!
I wish her all the best for her forthcoming Figure competitions! :)

[Jody May]

Hey Gene!

If you get a chance can you post a photo of # 16 in Fig B class Masters?
Thanks, so much!!!
Jody

[Nida]

i just got a text from debbie that she was called first!! woo hooo!!

[roman]

i just got a text from debbie that she was called first!! woo hooo!!

That is great news! I am very happy to hear that. She deserves it! Way to go Debs! :cheers:

[TameMe]

Any news on how Ali did?

[Jody May]

I just heard they just finished PJ and have to be back at 4:30 (15 min)!!!!!Yikes!!!

[Jodi Leigh]

I would love to find out how Michelle Troll is doing. And Catherine Zidell. Both are in the tall class (whatever letter that might be...lol!).

[Jason]

WOW Ali and Debbie both are looking Fantastic!! Ali's suit looks great too, TM!! Yeah, anyone hear how Ali did in pre-judging? I think Gerri made first call outs in HW's.

[genex]

Jody here's your girl - we're back to finals now!

http://static.flickr.com/75/195631479_d23fc43fe6_o.jpg

[genex]

Kim Buck looks great!
http://static.flickr.com/77/195631476_9956fdac23_o.jpg

LHW comparisons:
http://static.flickr.com/77/195631475_f1dcae7de0_o.jpg

Allison:
http://static.flickr.com/59/195631482_b8b352894d_o.jpg

A girl we call fake Misty Green:
http://static.flickr.com/57/195631480_ea53578a30_o.jpg

[Halo]

Wow! Debbie looks freaking awesome!

[MelissaF]

Just wondering how my friend Toni Hatcher is doing? She is in figure A

[Jody May]

Thanks so much Gene!!!!! :star:

[BuffDiva]

Wow! Debbie looks great! She should have turned Pro long ago.... also Heather Policky. They can compete as Pros w/ their current physique.

[fbbhubby]

Kim Buck took Heavyweight and Overall.
Debbie Bramwell - Lt. Heavy
Lisa Aranda - Middle

[Jason]

Ali got 1st and Overall in Collegiate Figure!! Congrats to ALL the ladies who competed this weekend!!

[gymdiva1222]

Kim Buck took Heavyweight and Overall.
Debbie Bramwell - Lt. Heavy
Lisa Aranda - Middle


thanks for that update!!! how about LW?

[Amanda Dunbar]

Anita,

Huge improvements from the past few years... your legs have really grown! I am really impressed with the changes and overall package you presented on stage. Great job. Hope you are doing the USA... impressive job!

Amanda

[genex]

Results posted here:
http://www.ftvideo.com/genex/results/06/teenmasters.htm

[genex]

LW was the girl we orginally posted as FMG - Kristen Mundo - she placed in both figure and bodybuilding - great look!

[genex]

Do you all recognize this member of our forums from the show?

http://static.flickr.com/71/195909349_ffd74a1912.jpg

[genex]

Oh yeah, no collegiate or teen bodybuilders this year...

gene

[cbdetroit]

Do you all recognize this member of our forums from the show?

http://static.flickr.com/71/195909349_ffd74a1912.jpgOh yeah that's our own Ann Dana & she looks so Beautiful and Attractive!! I most definitely Love what I see!! :)

[cbdetroit]

Kim Buck looks great!
http://static.flickr.com/77/195631476_9956fdac23_o.jpg

LHW comparisons:
http://static.flickr.com/77/195631475_f1dcae7de0_o.jpg

Allison:
http://static.flickr.com/59/195631482_b8b352894d_o.jpg

A girl we call fake Misty Green:
http://static.flickr.com/57/195631480_ea53578a30_o.jpgAll right I'll have to admit that these Women especially Debbie, Michelle, Anita & Kim look so Beautiful, Sexy & Attractive that this is what real Hardcore Bodybuilding's all about.

You Ladies are my Heroes, plus that's Excellent Symmetry & Proportion.

And one more thing, Gene Good Buddy, do you have any photos of another Hero of mine, Lisa Arnanda? The "Motor City" fan would appreciate it, Thanks.

[hans]

Congratulations to everyone that competed - looks it was another great line-up. That light-heavyweight class looked awesome.

Hans

[tammyp]

gene ..any pics of my pal michele naylon..she did 2nd in her class...

[faithprincess]

WOW! Ladies you look great! Keep up the good work! are any of you going to the Nationals in Fla? I'm just courious because my coach at first said that they did'nt want me to go, then I talked them into it. They said that I had already done three shows this year, and wanted me to rest and get healthy, and start back up next year! Ladies sence I'm new to bb how mwny shows per year is normal?

Thank you

[TameMe]

Congrats Ali!!! Any pictures yet?

[gymdiva1222]

omg Ann you look stunning!!!

[muscles_1976]

my friend Joni Hockett was in class A, was wondering if anyone knows how she did? it was her first national level show

HP

[Jodi Leigh]

Congrats to Catherine Zidell for winning her class and to Michelle Troll for her 2nd place finish! I can't wait to see pics of them!

[genex]

Figure D from prejudging:
http://static.flickr.com/69/196394874_f77dd7e166_o.jpg

[genex]

Here's Lisa Aranda - MW class winner:
http://static.flickr.com/59/196396794_b7f22293df_o.jpg

[susanw]

Wow! All the women look great.
Do you have any pictures of my friend, Pam Franklin? I'd love to see how she looked at the show!

[Heather]

Do you have any pictures of Ellen Woodley? Thanks.

[genex]

Pam Franklin

http://static.flickr.com/66/196583887_3a42da7fd1_o.jpg

[genex]

Ellen Woodley
http://static.flickr.com/68/196586818_96cfc4d844_o.jpg

[IslandGirl]

LW was the girl we orginally posted as FMG - Kristen Mundo - she placed in both figure and bodybuilding - great look!

Kristen is from Colorado! I judged her back in Nov. '05 where she competed both in figure and bb'ing too. She has put on some nice size since then and congrats to her on her wins!

[susanw]

Thanks for posting Pam's back picture, Gene. Awesome shot!

Do you have any more pictures of her in the lineup?

She looked incredible before she left Houston, it's hard for us, her personal training clients, to imagine what the competition looked like next to her.


Susan

[Scott]

Thanks for posting Pam's back picture, Gene. Awesome shot!

Do you have any more pictures of her in the lineup?

She looked incredible before she left Houston, it's hard for us, her personal training clients, to imagine what the competition looked like next to her.


Susan

Pam could definately hold her own against any of the current Women Pros! Yall are lucky to have her as a trainer

[CalJoe]

I wanted to take a few moments to congratulate Michelle Brent on her showing at the Master's Nationals. In my experience working with Michelle for her shows I can honestly say that this is the best she's ever looked :banana: .

I also wanted to take the time to say how happy Beth and I were to see Michelle and her husband Bill. We had a great time with them. It was also nice to see Gene and James. We also ran into Pam Franklin and her husband, who goes by FBBHubby. They were very nice to talk to, and we wish them nothing but the best.

The show had an excellent turnout for women's bb, and the show was deep with quality competitors. We want to congratulate Kim Buck on her win. She looks fantastic, and we wish her well in her new pro career :) .

[lukascb]

It is nice to report (for a change) that, on the whole, the judging of this event seemed quite a bit more even throughout this event EXCEPT for one oddity that I'll get into later.

I went to Pittsburgh to support Debbie Bramwell who had been working with a new trainer over the past year in preparation for this contest. She was in superb shape, quite possibly the best shape of her career. Her legs seemed better, her lat spread was quite a bit improved, and she may have gained a bit of size in her biceps as well. On stage she was, as they say, “the total package” and to this observer at least she was the class of the entire Over 35 Women Masters Division.

Debbie did have to contend with Michelle Brent who also came to this content in tip-top shape. The two of them were side by side in the lineup and it was clear early on that one of these two women would ultimately win this division.

If I’m not correct this is the first time that Debbie has actually finished first overall in a national contest, allowing her the opportunity to take a shot at getting her pro card during the overall. I expect that she’ll do it again sometime soon.

I was disappointed with the outcome of the overall, which was eventually won by Kim Buck. I thought Debbie’s look was more refined, more mature and more aesthetically pleasing and I honestly believe that she should have won the overall as well as the Light-Heavies. Over the next few hours I took an informal “survey” of many of the old timers who had come to compete, people with years of experience, and most of them also felt that Debbie was the more likely winner.

Now for the judging oddity. Several other overalls had been conducted before the Women’s Masters and in each of them the winner was invariably the biggest person on the stage, even when some of the smaller competitors seemed to be the better choice. As best I recall this pattern continued up to and including the Women’s Masters Overall. It certainly could be coincidence but it did seem a bit unusual.

By the way all of the results from this content (and, I believe the individual scores as well) will be published sometime on Monday at http://www.garyudit.com

[CalJoe]

It is nice to report (for a change) that, on the whole, the judging of this event seemed quite a bit more even throughout this event EXCEPT for one oddity that I'll get into later.

I went to Pittsburgh to support Debbie Bramwell who had been working with a new trainer over the past year in preparation for this contest. She was in superb shape, quite possibly the best shape of her career. Her legs seemed better, her lat spread was quite a bit improved, and she may have gained a bit of size in her biceps as well. On stage she was, as they say, “the total package” and to this observer at least she was the class of the entire Over 35 Women Masters Division.

Debbie did have to contend with Michelle Brent who also came to this content in tip-top shape. The two of them were side by side in the lineup and it was clear early on that one of these two women would ultimately win this division.

If I’m not correct this is the first time that Debbie has actually finished first overall in a national contest, allowing her the opportunity to take a shot at getting her pro card during the overall. I expect that she’ll do it again sometime soon.

I was disappointed with the outcome of the overall, which was eventually won by Kim Buck. I thought Debbie’s look was more refined, more mature and more aesthetically pleasing and I honestly believe that she should have won the overall as well as the Light-Heavies. Over the next few hours I took an informal “survey” of many of the old timers who had come to compete, people with years of experience, and most of them also felt that Debbie was the more likely winner.

Now for the judging oddity. Several other overalls had been conducted before the Women’s Masters and in each of them the winner was invariably the biggest person on the stage, even when some of the smaller competitors seemed to be the better choice. As best I recall this pattern continued up to and including the Women’s Masters Overall. It certainly could be coincidence but it did seem a bit unusual.

By the way all of the results from this content (and, I believe the individual scores as well) will be published sometime on Monday at http://www.garyudit.com
Having helped Michelle prepare for this show I believe I am showing my objectivity by saying that Kim Buck was the deserving winner of the overall. With all due respect to Debbie, you cannot even begin to compare Debbie's structure, symmetry, and lines to Kim. Kim had the best total package at that show, period. You're saying that Debbie's look was more refined and mature than Kim's. By contrast, Michelle's physique was definitely more mature and more packed with refined muscle. Again, I will chose not to enter a debate about Debbie vs. Michelle, but I will conclude by saying that Kim was the right choice for the overall. She was the most complete competitor in the show.

[jasons805]

Fitness

10-12 years:
1) Lee Ann Thompson
2) Alexandra Larvie
3) Alex Stein
4) Daryl Stein

Does this mean there where 10 year olds doing this show?

[mfsteele]

Fitness

10-12 years:
1) Lee Ann Thompson
2) Alexandra Larvie
3) Alex Stein
4) Daryl Stein

Does this mean there where 10 year olds doing this show?

Yes, I guess it does, but isn't that a little young to lifting weights?

[kdbrit]

I totally agree with you! Kim was clearly the winner of the show, and it is nice to see the judges do their job of rewarding the best bodybuilder on stage that day!

[jasons805]

Yes, I guess it does, but isn't that a little young to lifting weights?
it's very odd forsure

[ISABELLE TURELL]

Debbie and Kim both looked fabulous :camera: :sprite10: ! Congratulations to Kim Buck on her overall win.

Oh yeah Does anyone know what Kim Buck weighed in at? :camera:

[Scott]

it's very odd forsure

Most likely they have been doing gymnastics and/or maybe dance for quite awhile, i doubt they are lifting anything heavy.

[Scott]

Debbie and Kim both looked fabulous :camera: :sprite10: ! Congratulations to Kim Buck on her overall win.

Oh yeah Does anyone know what Kim Buck weighed in at? :camera:

What do i get for guessing right, free site membership? :banana:

158lbs

[ISABELLE TURELL]

Wow 158lbs! God bless the muscle!

[fbbhubby]

Fitness

10-12 years:
1) Lee Ann Thompson
2) Alexandra Larvie
3) Alex Stein
4) Daryl Stein

Does this mean there where 10 year olds doing this show?

ALL 8 of the teen fitness are cheerleaders. They do fitness routines only, no physique round. And I think all have gymnast backgrounds of various levels.

[jasons805]

that makes alot more sence

[fbbhubby]

Debbie and Kim both looked fabulous :camera: :sprite10: ! Congratulations to Kim Buck on her overall win.

Oh yeah Does anyone know what Kim Buck weighed in at? :camera:

Congratulations to all the women!!! Here's what I have.

[IslandGirl]

Fitness

10-12 years:
1) Lee Ann Thompson
2) Alexandra Larvie
3) Alex Stein
4) Daryl Stein

Does this mean there where 10 year olds doing this show?

This is getting popular. It is called Jr. Fitness and they only get judged on a routine. They do not come out in a bikini or anything like that.

LeeAnn Thompson is the daughter of a friend of my husband and I. He is an NPC/IFBB judge and if I recall, he has taken over some duties as NPC chairperson for the state of Texas. Super nice guy. Lee Ann performed here in Colorado at the Colorado PRO/AM and her routine is out of this world!

[JodieB]

Lee Ann has performed at several of the Texas shows. She is a cutie!

[fbbhubby]

As the proud husband of Pam Franklin who took 3rd in the Heavyweights :sprite10: , I am also proud of my daughter who won her division in the 15-16 yr. old Teen Fitness :big grin . We took home 2 trophies from this contest :D :D

[Tre]

Congrats to both, bigger D!

What a SUPER(fit) family! :)

[Tre]

This is getting popular. It is called Jr. Fitness and they only get judged on a routine. They do not come out in a bikini or anything like that.
Excellent.

This is great news. I hadn't followed up on it, but I'm glad that the NPC listened to its fan base on this all-important subject.

[BodybuilderBeth]

As the proud husband of Pam Franklin who took 3rd in the Heavyweights :sprite10: , I am also proud of my daughter who won her division in the 15-16 yr. old Teen Fitness :big grin . We took home 2 trophies from this contest :D :D

Just wanted to say that it was a pleasure meeting Pam, her husband and her daughter. Pam looked great as well as her daughter....loved her routine. You don't see that everyday.....a daughter and her mom both placing and winning her class in the same competition. I commend you both...and you too fbbhubby, for having the patience and love you've shared with them during this.

Best wishes,

Beth

[ISABELLE TURELL]

Congratulations to all the women!!! Here's what I have.
Great shots!!
All the girls looked beautiful! I wish I was there to see the show :camera: :) . I will be in vegas this weekend! :banana: Can't wait to see what packages everyone is bringing.

[susanw]

Thanks for the picture, FBBHubby. Pam looked awesome. I can't wait to see more and to hear all about it tomorrow at the gym.
All the women form the contest looked fantastic. How in the world do they make a decision?

Congratulations to Whitney, too!

It's so much fun working out with and hanging out with the Franklins. They truly are a dedicated family.

[Billy Biceps]

Congrats to my wife, Michelle Brent who I am so proud of for her all time best condition in Pittsburgh. Her 20 years of training, muscle maturity along with her 10+ top 5 finishes in NPC national shows is a true testiment to commitment to the sport. This longetivity and commitment is far greater than any[I][U] of her competitors in Pittsburgh (along with her condition & posing routine, which blew the roof off da joint). We had a super time hanging with Cal Joe and his girlfriend Bodybuilder Beth. I also enjoyed meeting FBB Hubby and his wife Pam Franklin.

[Amanda Dunbar]

Congrats to Pam!! Excellent job girl. You looked phenomenal once again. Such a wonderful shape you constantly present. I am so excited that your daughter competed!!!! With her gymnastics background, she must have had a kickass routine! I'd love to get some of my girls into that. I know they'd absolutely love it. Again, great job. Will you guys be at the USA?

Amanda

[Amanda Dunbar]

Michelle -As always lean and ripped as can be! Looking great. Wish I could have been there to watch the show. It really had such a high level of competitors, I love it.

Debbie looked damn good too! I'm so proud of her. Her best condition yet!

Anyone heading to the USA to compete this wknd?

Amanda

[Claire Rohrbacker-OConnel]

Congrats to my wife, Michelle Brent who I am so proud of for her all time best condition in Pittsburgh. Her 20 years of training, muscle maturity along with her 10+ top 5 finishes in NPC national shows is a true testiment to commitment to the sport. This longetivity and commitment is far greater than any[I][U] of her competitors in Pittsburgh (along with her condition & posing routine, which blew the roof off da joint). We had a super time hanging with Cal Joe and his girlfriend Bodybuilder Beth. I also enjoyed meeting FBB Hubby and his wife Pam Franklin.


hi Michelle and Bill, Congrats Michelle, I saw your pics and you looked great. I sure wish I could have been there and so I could have cheered you on like you cheered me on. I was here at home rooting for you though. Take care Michelle and you rock.

Are you guys coming to the USA?

I can't believe I am actually going to compete at the National level, I am nervous but oh well it should be fun.

bye for know.

Claire

[fbbhubby]

I am so excited that your daughter competed!!!! With her gymnastics background, she must have had a kickass routine! I'd love to get some of my girls into that. I know they'd absolutely love it. Amanda

Great idea Amanda. 4 of the 8 teen fitness girls were from Texas. Maybe next year Georgia can bring a few too. Is it after your girl's competitive season?

[mark000]

Can someone post results beyond the judges' top 5?

In the HW FBBing, 3 of my favorites - Jayne Trcka, Gerri Deach and Trudy Ireland, were somehow overlooked, though I was told that Gerri was placed 6th.

[CalJoe]

Can someone post results beyond the judges' top 5?

In the HW FBBing, 3 of my favorites - Jayne Trcka, Gerri Deach and Trudy Ireland, were somehow overlooked, though I was told that Gerri was placed 6th.
You can say that again :headscrat . In keeping with tradition the NPC managed to put someone into the top 5 of the heavyweight class that had absolutely no business being there, and in doing so kept Gerri, Jayne or Trudy from being in the top 5. I was in the 1st row during prejudging and there seemed to be a collective sense of disbelief at what was going on during the heavyweight callouts.

[lukascb]

Well, sir I do agree that there is no advantage whatever in doing any debating here. I feel that the adjudication was satisfactory and that, given the subjective nature of the scoring, different observers may hold different views as to the correctness of the result. You and I may differ in how we saw the outcome but at the end of the day it’s the judges’ word that counts.

By the way it is nice to see that Michelle has such a steadfast supporter. I wish you and her the best in the future.

[CalJoe]

Well, sir I do agree that there is no advantage whatever in doing any debating here. I feel that the adjudication was satisfactory and that, given the subjective nature of the scoring, different observers may hold different views as to the correctness of the result. You and I may differ in how we saw the outcome but at the end of the day it’s the judges’ word that counts.

By the way it is nice to see that Michelle has such a steadfast supporter. I wish you and her the best in the future.
Thanks for the kind words. Michelle brought a very full, hard, and balanced physique, and I took issue with the judging of the light-heavyweight class, however, I agree with the choice for the overall. As subjective as some comparisons can be, I feel that these calls should have been pretty easy to make.

[fbbhubby]

Just wanted to say that it was a pleasure meeting Pam, her husband and her daughter. Pam looked great as well as her daughter....loved her routine. You don't see that everyday.....a daughter and her mom both placing and winning her class in the same competition. I commend you both...and you too fbbhubby, for having the patience and love you've shared with them during this.

Best wishes,

Beth

Thanks Beth. It was great to finally meet you and CalJoe too. As well as seeing Michelle and Billy Biceps. It was fun to put together screen names with the face :D

BTW, the number of entrants in the Heavies and Lt. Heavies was up from previous years. I think there were about 13-14 in each of those divisions. 6 each in Light and Middles. This contest is getting more and more competitive since a pro card is up for grabs. It looked like everyone had stepped up their game.

[Amanda Dunbar]

Great idea Amanda. 4 of the 8 teen fitness girls were from Texas. Maybe next year Georgia can bring a few too. Is it after your girl's competitive season?


I'm coaching the optionals... so my season doesn't start until late November and go til April'ish... So they will be out of season and training new skills. Perfect time for fun! I have one gymnast of mine who is actually 17... ripped. 6 pack abs, bicep vein going on in each arm... and beautiful shoulder caps! If only I had that conditioning when I was her age! I might have to look into it! I'm debating on bringing my girls to the Arnold Classic for their out of state meet... we'll have to see. They really need to be able to do well to bring them in for that level of a meet. I am soooo happy to be back coaching it. You know what goes into it, so you can appreciate it. :)

Amanda :)

[ibarramedia]

I'm coaching the optionals... so my season doesn't start until late November and go til April'ish... So they will be out of season and training new skills. Perfect time for fun! I have one gymnast of mine who is actually 17... ripped. 6 pack abs, bicep vein going on in each arm... and beautiful shoulder caps! If only I had that conditioning when I was her age! I might have to look into it! I'm debating on bringing my girls to the Arnold Classic for their out of state meet... we'll have to see. They really need to be able to do well to bring them in for that level of a meet. I am soooo happy to be back coaching it. You know what goes into it, so you can appreciate it. :)

Amanda :)

How about some pics Amanda?

[CalJoe]

Thanks Beth. It was great to finally meet you and CalJoe too. As well as seeing Michelle and Billy Biceps. It was fun to put together screen names with the face :D

BTW, the number of entrants in the Heavies and Lt. Heavies was up from previous years. I think there were about 13-14 in each of those divisions. 6 each in Light and Middles. This contest is getting more and more competitive since a pro card is up for grabs. It looked like everyone had stepped up their game.
Great point FBBHubby. The best part of these shows is meeting the nice people that are in the sport. It was certainly a pleasure for Beth and I to meet you, Pam, and your daughter, who I understand competed as well. That is really cool :) .

[Michelle Brent]

I want to thank all my friends and God Bless my husband, Bill for all the support I had this yr. Well guys I guess we'll all have to do it again next yr!!. The show was awesome and Gary is the man for a promoter. Joe and Beth thanks so much, I was the best I've been since 2000 at 48 yrs old!!!. I'm so blessed to be able to keep on going with it. And Sharee' for training hard with me when we could.
Congrats to Debbie, she was on too, good luck next weekend. As well as Claire, you go girl, you will do awesome(I have you winning your class!) and to all competing, wish I would be there!!
Now I'm a winner cause I have my son coming to visit me from his Army Infantry boot camp and my wonderful husband who have completed my life!!!! God Bless you all!

[CalJoe]

I want to thank all my friends and God Bless my husband, Bill for all the support I had this yr. Well guys I guess we'll all have to do it again next yr!!. The show was awesome and Gary is the man for a promoter. Joe and Beth thanks so much, I was the best I've been since 2000 at 48 yrs old!!!. I'm so blessed to be able to keep on going with it. And Sharee' for training hard with me when we could.
Congrats to Debbie, she was on too, good luck next weekend. As well as Claire, you go girl, you will do awesome(I have you winning your class!) and to all competing, wish I would be there!!
Now I'm a winner cause I have my son coming to visit me from his Army Infantry boot camp and my wonderful husband who have completed my life!!!! God Bless you all!
I'm glad to hear that you're happy with how your life is going. Bill is a great guy, and he is so good for you. He's tremendously enthusiastic, and I think any female bb'er would love to have someone so supportive. I was so happy with how you came out for this show, and you're right when you say this is the best you've looked. You did a tremendous job in preparing for this show, and I'd be more than happy to work with you on the next show as well. :)

[Amanda Dunbar]

How about some pics Amanda?


Sorry, I will not post pics of minors. I do not think it is appropriate at all. I'm sure you understand why. Sorry....

Amanda

[ISABELLE TURELL]

Good call A-Dog! 18 +

[Claire Rohrbacker-OConnel]

I want to thank all my friends and God Bless my husband, Bill for all the support I had this yr. Well guys I guess we'll all have to do it again next yr!!. The show was awesome and Gary is the man for a promoter. Joe and Beth thanks so much, I was the best I've been since 2000 at 48 yrs old!!!. I'm so blessed to be able to keep on going with it. And Sharee' for training hard with me when we could.
Congrats to Debbie, she was on too, good luck next weekend. As well as Claire, you go girl, you will do awesome(I have you winning your class!) and to all competing, wish I would be there!!
Now I'm a winner cause I have my son coming to visit me from his Army Infantry boot camp and my wonderful husband who have completed my life!!!! God Bless you all!


Thank you so much Michelle. And this may sound corney but you are one of most respectful and supportive female bodybuilders around. You always have a kind work and enthusiasm(I can't spell) for all of us. I just want you to know how much that is appreciated by me. You are more then a winner. You are a wonderful peson.

You have fun visiting with your son.

Take care Claire

[hans]

BTW, the number of entrants in the Heavies and Lt. Heavies was up from previous years. I think there were about 13-14 in each of those divisions. 6 each in Light and Middles. This contest is getting more and more competitive since a pro card is up for grabs. It looked like everyone had stepped up their game.

That's so great to hear. From the pics I've seen last year and again this year it seems like the standard has gone through the roof. Masters seems sooooo competitive now - as you said, the introduction of the pro card has totally transformed it. What I also love about this show is the muscle maturity on these competitors!!

Hans

[mark000]

OK, Gene got the full results up at
http://ftvideo.com/genex/results/06/teenmasters.htm

HWs must have been incredible - Amber DeLuca 12th?? OMG!!

Is Ann Caliri any relation to Ann Dana?

[Ann Dana-Caliri]

OK, Gene got the full results up at
http://ftvideo.com/genex/results/06/teenmasters.htm

HWs must have been incredible - Amber DeLuca 12th?? OMG!!

Is Ann Caliri any relation to Ann Dana?

The one and the same, just got married April 15! :woot:

[genex]

That's the same Ann

[mark000]

Congrats to both of you, especially the lucky dog!

Hubba-hubba!!

http://static.flickr.com/71/195909349_ffd74a1912.jpg

[lawyer4u]

luv that Lisa aranda,
she is a WINNER!!!!!
thanks Gene for the pic

[cbdetroit]

Here's Lisa Aranda - MW class winner:
http://static.flickr.com/59/196396794_b7f22293df_o.jpg
OOH LA LA, OH MY GOD!!!! Thank You Gene.;) Lisa most definitely looks Fantastic and is most definitely at the peak of perfection indeed.

Her Symmetry & Proportion is at 100% Top Quality "World Class".

She would defintely make a Beautiful IFBB Pro in the Future. I hope that she turns pro real soon.:dj_spnnin :)

[debbie bramwell]

you know whats weird about me.......i knew at masters that michelle and i would be the top two......i have known and looked up to and loved michelle ivers since day one......my inspiration and role model....and she is the best person....last year...i didnt place well at my shows because i was too big and hard..so i came down to give a different finsihed looked...and although i want to improve certain things i was more happy with my shape...( i even laid off arms so i wouldnt be too big...imagine that)but when i got called first..i had mixed emotions..i was happy but all i could think about was michelle ..even until now......i guess for me sometimes when it comes to your friends....taking second feels better ..because i am most happy seeing other people happy...........my happiness comes from within and just being my best.....but mostly from giving the love i feel in my heart to those around me.....michelle...for whatever its worth...you are number 1 to me for many reasons......xoxoxoxo

[Michelle Brent]

Debbie, thank you so much I write this with a tear in my eye, I love this sport so much but we as competitors have to remember its the judges choice for that day, and you came in right. Funny you say about being too big, I think it may have happened to me there?? Heck I don't know I didn't ask the judges Deb, but I LOVE MY LOOK!! and I feel i may of needed to tweek some "cosmetic" things. Anyway good luck at the NA, happy dieting ;>)) Bill says howdy doo!!

[CalJoe]

you know whats weird about me.......i knew at masters that michelle and i would be the top two......i have known and looked up to and loved michelle ivers since day one......my inspiration and role model....and she is the best person....last year...i didnt place well at my shows because i was too big and hard..so i came down to give a different finsihed looked...and although i want to improve certain things i was more happy with my shape...( i even laid off arms so i wouldnt be too big...imagine that)but when i got called first..i had mixed emotions..i was happy but all i could think about was michelle ..even until now......i guess for me sometimes when it comes to your friends....taking second feels better ..because i am most happy seeing other people happy...........my happiness comes from within and just being my best.....but mostly from giving the love i feel in my heart to those around me.....michelle...for whatever its worth...you are number 1 to me for many reasons......xoxoxoxo
A very thoughtful post. :cheers:

[Michelle Brent]

Hi Joe,off topic but I went to see Miami Vice last night thought of you, when one of the bad guys got blown up, how we used to laugh at crazy stuff like tha1! LOL

[CalJoe]

Hi Joe,off topic but I went to see Miami Vice last night thought of you, when one of the bad guys got blown up, how we used to laugh at crazy stuff like tha1! LOL
I could only imagine :woot: . I'm sure Beth and I will go see Miami Vice soon.

[genex]

I just posted an Ali Huston video clip/interview from Masters Nationals - finally!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfER33SKtWI

[genex]

Oh yeah here's a clip of Andree Allaire too:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CprGc8CTvU

[genex]

I don't have time for that this weekend b/c of the Europa but she was in the HW class so you should see her in there on the contest pix page