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Client of the Month - August
Angela Myers
Angela Myers is August's client of the month for her 20lb weight loss. She has also lost 1½ inches off her waist, and 3½ inches off her hips and 1½ inch of each of her thighs. Angela came to The Fitness Factory at the beginning of the year and has not had a migraine headache since eating healthy and training smart. Angela's overall health and fitness level have improved and she is looking to compete this coming fall.
Congratulations Angela, keep up the great work.
Angela Myers is August's client of the month for her 20lb weight loss. She has also lost 1½ inches off her waist, and 3½ inches off her hips and 1½ inch of each of her thighs. Angela came to The Fitness Factory at the beginning of the year and has not had a migraine headache since eating healthy and training smart. Angela's overall health and fitness level have improved and she is looking to compete this coming fall. Congratulations Angela, keep up the great work.
Client of the Month - June
Chelsey Morgenstern
Chelsey is selected as this months client of the month. Chelsey recently just earned her pro card in figure at the Junior Nationals in Chicago. Chelsey will be looking to make her pro debut in NY in just a few weeks. Chelsey joined The Fitness Factory early this spring and made significant changes to her physique. While preparing to step on stage to accomplish her dream of becoming a pro, Chelsey was also studying to take the LSAT to get into Law School this fall. Chelsey took her test two weeks prior to Junior Nationals and was able to hold it all together. Congrats Chelsey we are proud of you and look for you to do great things in the future.
Chelsey is selected as this months client of the month. Chelsey recently just earned her pro card in figure at the Junior Nationals in Chicago. Chelsey will be looking to make her pro debut in NY in just a few weeks. Chelsey joined The Fitness Factory early this spring and made significant changes to her physique. While preparing to step on stage to accomplish her dream of becoming a pro, Chelsey was also studying to take the LSAT to get into Law School this fall. Chelsey took her test two weeks prior to Junior Nationals and was able to hold it all together. Congrats Chelsey we are proud of you and look for you to do great things in the future.
Client of the Month - May
Kristina O'Brien
Kristina is June's client of the month. Kristina recently won the Overall Figure titles at both the NPC Mike Francois Classic and NPC Julie Palmer Ultimate Showdown. Look for Kristina to hit the National Stage later this year. Congratulations, we are proud of you.
Kristina is June's client of the month. Kristina recently won the Overall Figure titles at both the NPC Mike Francois Classic and NPC Julie Palmer Ultimate Showdown. Look for Kristina to hit the National Stage later this year. Congratulations, we are proud of you.
Kristy Poteat places second in Muddy Buddy
National level Figure competitor Kristy Poteat plaaced 2nd in her age division with her partner in the Orlando Muddy Buddy Comtest. Congratulations Kristy!
Josh Bergeron on the cover of two publications
Josh Bergeron Makes the Cover of two Magazines and is poised to take on the competition at the USA's in July.
Client of the Month - March
Angela Rodriquez
Angela Rodriquez is the client of the month. She works and balances 2 jobs and still makes it to the gym every morning at 8 am consistently with a positve attitude and a bright outlook towards competing. Look for Angela to step on stage later this month and next month. Congratulaions Angela and keep up the great work.
Angela Rodriquez is the client of the month. She works and balances 2 jobs and still makes it to the gym every morning at 8 am consistently with a positve attitude and a bright outlook towards competing. Look for Angela to step on stage later this month and next month. Congratulaions Angela and keep up the great work.
Client of the Month - February
Dolores Burlingame
Dolores Burlingame is the client of the month. Delores finally stepped on the Arnold Amateur Stage after 3 years of trying to get ready for shows and having multiple setbacks. She brought her all time best package to the stage and represented herself and The Fitness Factory well. We are proud of you Delores for seeing this thru. Keep up the great work!
Dolores Burlingame is the client of the month. Delores finally stepped on the Arnold Amateur Stage after 3 years of trying to get ready for shows and having multiple setbacks. She brought her all time best package to the stage and represented herself and The Fitness Factory well. We are proud of you Delores for seeing this thru. Keep up the great work!
Client of the Month - January
Brenda Chance
Brenda came to camp back in October to learn more about how to train and eat healthy. As a mother of 4 and a cake maker, life gets very hectic but Brenda has lost 15 lbs in 3 months and at least one inch from her thighs, hips and waist. In Brenda's words, "When I started I felt fairly fit, but not getting where I wanted to be, and feeing very flabby! I've changed very quickly. It's been a lot of hard work and I continue to plug away at it every day :) Thank you for helping me achieve my fitness goals!!! I can't wait to see what I can do next!"
Look for Brenda to get on stage this spring in Utah. Congratulations Brenda on all your hard work.
Brenda came to camp back in October to learn more about how to train and eat healthy. As a mother of 4 and a cake maker, life gets very hectic but Brenda has lost 15 lbs in 3 months and at least one inch from her thighs, hips and waist. In Brenda's words, "When I started I felt fairly fit, but not getting where I wanted to be, and feeing very flabby! I've changed very quickly. It's been a lot of hard work and I continue to plug away at it every day :) Thank you for helping me achieve my fitness goals!!! I can't wait to see what I can do next!"Look for Brenda to get on stage this spring in Utah. Congratulations Brenda on all your hard work.
Early Results Look Promising for The Fitness Factory Ladies
Client of the Month - November
Miranda Gahn
Miranda is preparing to take the stage this coming weekend in her National Level Show. Miranda competed earlier this year at Julie Palmer's Ultimate Showdown and The Ohio State Championships placing in the top 5 of both events. Miranda also just recently passed the Bar exam all while preparing to compete this fall. Congratulations Miranda on hanging in there and dieting all while dealing with the stress of the biggest exam of your life. We are proud of you and Good Luck at Nationals!
Miranda is preparing to take the stage this coming weekend in her National Level Show. Miranda competed earlier this year at Julie Palmer's Ultimate Showdown and The Ohio State Championships placing in the top 5 of both events. Miranda also just recently passed the Bar exam all while preparing to compete this fall. Congratulations Miranda on hanging in there and dieting all while dealing with the stress of the biggest exam of your life. We are proud of you and Good Luck at Nationals!
Lauran Cordaro runs the Chicago Marathon
Congratulations to Lauran Cordaro. She ran the Chicago Marathon in 3 hours 20 minutes and qualified for the Boston Marathon.
Client of the Month - October
Anna Jensen
This month Anna Jensen has been chosen as client of the month. Anna is 6 months pregnant and has continued to maintain her cardio and weight workouts every week. Anna has kept her and her baby's health a priority by maintaining a healthy pregnancy weight by eating healthy throughout her pregnancy. Anna trains with Julie at Metro Fitness North. Congratulations Anna, keep up the good work!
This month Anna Jensen has been chosen as client of the month. Anna is 6 months pregnant and has continued to maintain her cardio and weight workouts every week. Anna has kept her and her baby's health a priority by maintaining a healthy pregnancy weight by eating healthy throughout her pregnancy. Anna trains with Julie at Metro Fitness North. Congratulations Anna, keep up the good work!
2009 Washington State Ironman Show
The Fitness Factory Divas of Washington!
Client of the Month - September
Amber Stevens
Amber began training in April of 2009 when she decided that she needed to start living a healthy lifestyle. Since April she has lost a total of 41 pounds and dropped 3 dress sizes as of her last weigh in 4 weeks ago. She trains with Julie at Metro Fitness North three days a week. From barely being able to do 5 pushups to start with, she is now able to do 10 with no problem and is optimally more physically fit than she has ever been. With her new found health and fitness she continues to eat clean and keeps working out more consistently. Congratulations Amber and keep it going.
Amber began training in April of 2009 when she decided that she needed to start living a healthy lifestyle. Since April she has lost a total of 41 pounds and dropped 3 dress sizes as of her last weigh in 4 weeks ago. She trains with Julie at Metro Fitness North three days a week. From barely being able to do 5 pushups to start with, she is now able to do 10 with no problem and is optimally more physically fit than she has ever been. With her new found health and fitness she continues to eat clean and keeps working out more consistently. Congratulations Amber and keep it going.
Client of the Month - August
Wendy Fraley
Having dedicated her life to everyone else's fitness goals, Wendy has found some time this summer to dedicate some time to herself and get back to the gym on a consistent and very persistent basis. Training everyday and attending weekly bootcamp classes, Wendy has looked the best she has in the past 15 years.
Having dedicated her life to everyone else's fitness goals, Wendy has found some time this summer to dedicate some time to herself and get back to the gym on a consistent and very persistent basis. Training everyday and attending weekly bootcamp classes, Wendy has looked the best she has in the past 15 years.
Adam Staats
On July 2, 2009, at around 7:30 a.m., our friend Adam Staats passed away from liver cancer. Both Adam's wife Lori and I greatly appreciate all the prayers and all the emails and well wishing that many of you have sent over the past five months. In life Adam was a very kind, quiet, and soft spoken person and a great friend and husband to Lori. In death he will be sorely missed by those who's lives he touched. Tonight Adam trains in GOD'S GYM, without pain, without fear, and with the understanding that one day we will all be there with him.In loving memory, Mike D
Client of the Month - July
Kirsi Honkanen Weller
Kirsi Honkanen Weller is July's client of the month. Kirsi trains with Natalie 3x a week and has been doing so for the past 6 months. She has lost a total of 50 lbs. thus far and dropped from a size 26 to a loose size 16. Her goal is still to lose another 50 lbs. Kirsi has been determined to reach her goal and do it the right way by exercise and diet. Keep up the great work Kirsi!
Kirsi Honkanen Weller is July's client of the month. Kirsi trains with Natalie 3x a week and has been doing so for the past 6 months. She has lost a total of 50 lbs. thus far and dropped from a size 26 to a loose size 16. Her goal is still to lose another 50 lbs. Kirsi has been determined to reach her goal and do it the right way by exercise and diet. Keep up the great work Kirsi!
Client of the Month - June
Kim Barone
Kim was selected as June's client of the month for her outstanding determination and overall improvement in health and fitness. Kim came to the fitness factory almost 8 months ago to better her health and learn more about training. With very little knowledge about nutrition and weights, Kim attended her first Fitness Factory Camp with a lot to learn. Kimmie has made huge strides in her knowledge as well as what she has been able to do cardiovascularly and physically. Kimmie had goals of getting on stage to compete at some point and she did just that. She placed in the top 10 in both the open and the novice figure division at the 2009 NPC Julie Palmer Ultimate Showdown May 31. Congratulations to Kimmie for all her success and good luck to her as she continues on her journey.
Kim was selected as June's client of the month for her outstanding determination and overall improvement in health and fitness. Kim came to the fitness factory almost 8 months ago to better her health and learn more about training. With very little knowledge about nutrition and weights, Kim attended her first Fitness Factory Camp with a lot to learn. Kimmie has made huge strides in her knowledge as well as what she has been able to do cardiovascularly and physically. Kimmie had goals of getting on stage to compete at some point and she did just that. She placed in the top 10 in both the open and the novice figure division at the 2009 NPC Julie Palmer Ultimate Showdown May 31. Congratulations to Kimmie for all her success and good luck to her as she continues on her journey.
Client of the Month - May
Carrie Frazier
Carrie is May's client of the month for her newfound dedication and commitment to her overall health. Carrie has lost a total of 25 lbs in the last 3 months training with Mike at the Metro Fitness North and has taken her level of physical fitness to newfound strengths. Carrie also attends bootcamp classes weekly. Keep up the great work Carrie. We are proud of you.
Carrie is May's client of the month for her newfound dedication and commitment to her overall health. Carrie has lost a total of 25 lbs in the last 3 months training with Mike at the Metro Fitness North and has taken her level of physical fitness to newfound strengths. Carrie also attends bootcamp classes weekly. Keep up the great work Carrie. We are proud of you.
Client of the Month - March
Jennifer Spires
Jen recently placed 5th in the masters and in the open figure at her very first show, The NPC Natural Ohio, against a strong field. Jen started training with The Fitness Factory at Metro Fitness North in October and has made great gains in her physique. Jen is a mom of two and an extremely hard worker. Look for great things to come from Jennifer this year.
Jen recently placed 5th in the masters and in the open figure at her very first show, The NPC Natural Ohio, against a strong field. Jen started training with The Fitness Factory at Metro Fitness North in October and has made great gains in her physique. Jen is a mom of two and an extremely hard worker. Look for great things to come from Jennifer this year.
2009 Arnold
The third annual IFBB Arnold Amateur was a huge success this year. Attracting 268 competitors from 40 different countries. The Fitness Factory was well represented in all divisions, with many of our ladies placing in the top 10 and top 5. Go to www.getmyshowscores.com to see all the final results from this years event.
Ms. International Fitness and Figure
What started back in 1997 may have ended in 2009 with the cornerstones of The Fitness Factory, Jen Hendershot and Julie Palmer taking the top 2 spots at this years Ms. Fitness International. As expected Jenny dominated the routine rounds and winning her second Ms. Fitness International title. Julie's much improved routines and always well conditioned body landed her a solid second place finish in front of The Fitness Factory's Tracey Greenwood. As usual Tracey was solid in all four rounds. What was no shock to me but to many in attendance, Tina Durkin landed in 5th place with an improved physique and improved routine. Others competing that day included Mindi O'Brien, Nicole Duncan, Trish Warren, Bethany Ganey, and Heidi Fletcher-Sullivan.
Ms. International Figure was a bit of a disappointment this year for The Fitness Factory. With both Jenny Gates and Adela Garcia pulling out of the show, Latisha Wilder, Chastity Slone and Brenda Smith had to hold it down for The Fitness Factory. Although this trainer was very proud of all three ladies, they were all disappointed not to have cracked the top 5.
Ms. International Fitness and Figure
What started back in 1997 may have ended in 2009 with the cornerstones of The Fitness Factory, Jen Hendershot and Julie Palmer taking the top 2 spots at this years Ms. Fitness International. As expected Jenny dominated the routine rounds and winning her second Ms. Fitness International title. Julie's much improved routines and always well conditioned body landed her a solid second place finish in front of The Fitness Factory's Tracey Greenwood. As usual Tracey was solid in all four rounds. What was no shock to me but to many in attendance, Tina Durkin landed in 5th place with an improved physique and improved routine. Others competing that day included Mindi O'Brien, Nicole Duncan, Trish Warren, Bethany Ganey, and Heidi Fletcher-Sullivan.
Ms. International Figure was a bit of a disappointment this year for The Fitness Factory. With both Jenny Gates and Adela Garcia pulling out of the show, Latisha Wilder, Chastity Slone and Brenda Smith had to hold it down for The Fitness Factory. Although this trainer was very proud of all three ladies, they were all disappointed not to have cracked the top 5.
Client of the Month - February
Alexis Saviuk
Alexis is chosen as client of the month for her dedication and persistence to her training over the course of the last 2 years. Last month Alexis showed up to fitness camp Atlanta and had improved in her overall health, fitness and physique. Alexis started 2 years ago at 140 and last year stepped on stage at 115. Keep up the great work Alexis and we know great things are to come this year for you.
Alexis is chosen as client of the month for her dedication and persistence to her training over the course of the last 2 years. Last month Alexis showed up to fitness camp Atlanta and had improved in her overall health, fitness and physique. Alexis started 2 years ago at 140 and last year stepped on stage at 115. Keep up the great work Alexis and we know great things are to come this year for you.
Client of the Month - January
Angela Shelton
Angela is February's client of the month based on her rededicating herself to prepare for this year's 2009 Arnold Amateur Figure Competition. Angela, who has won the 2007 Tall Class Figure Ohio, took all of 2008 off and will be stepping on stage again in 2009. She has been working hard and changing weekly. Best of Luck in March.
Angela is February's client of the month based on her rededicating herself to prepare for this year's 2009 Arnold Amateur Figure Competition. Angela, who has won the 2007 Tall Class Figure Ohio, took all of 2008 off and will be stepping on stage again in 2009. She has been working hard and changing weekly. Best of Luck in March.
2008 Christmas Party
We celebrated another successful year at our annual Christmas party.MOST IMPROVED
Leslie Schrader
MOST IMPROVED COMPETITOR
Stephanie Togrul
HARDCORE CLIENT
Robert Rossini
MOST INSPIRATIONAL
Dan Cox
CLIENT OF THE YEAR
Jill Leonard
MIGHTY DOG
Trent Davies
Click here to see images from the party.
Client of the Month - December
Jason Wilt
Jason has lost 50 lbs training with Ginger Redeker at Metro Fitness. Jason set out to improve his physical health and has continued on doing so.
Congratulations Jason!
Jason has lost 50 lbs training with Ginger Redeker at Metro Fitness. Jason set out to improve his physical health and has continued on doing so.Congratulations Jason!
Client of the Month - November
Amy Rosenberg
Amy started training one year ago with the ambition of doing a number of different things in her life since she was getting ready to turn 40. Well, she turned 40 and did just that. Amy approached The Fitness Factory with the goals of just getting into the best shape of her life. She began training with Julie Palmer at Metro Fitness North and stepped on stage for the first time in April. Amy's journey involved a number of different personal struggles through the coarse of her preparing to compete for the first time but she did it. She began as a figure competitor in April and by June she had also competed as a bodybuilder. She ended her first year as a nationally qualified figure and bodybuilder competitor and a woman with a lot more confidence and determination.
Amy started training one year ago with the ambition of doing a number of different things in her life since she was getting ready to turn 40. Well, she turned 40 and did just that. Amy approached The Fitness Factory with the goals of just getting into the best shape of her life. She began training with Julie Palmer at Metro Fitness North and stepped on stage for the first time in April. Amy's journey involved a number of different personal struggles through the coarse of her preparing to compete for the first time but she did it. She began as a figure competitor in April and by June she had also competed as a bodybuilder. She ended her first year as a nationally qualified figure and bodybuilder competitor and a woman with a lot more confidence and determination.
Client of the Month - October
Robert Muzquiz
Robert is October's client of the month based on his 20 lb weight loss since June of 08. He is persistent and consistent in the gym and when Robert travels for his job, he is dedicated to packing his food and following through with his workouts. Over the past 3 months Robert has also taken 3 inches off his waist line and has improved his overall health and conditioning.
Congratulations Robert!
Robert is October's client of the month based on his 20 lb weight loss since June of 08. He is persistent and consistent in the gym and when Robert travels for his job, he is dedicated to packing his food and following through with his workouts. Over the past 3 months Robert has also taken 3 inches off his waist line and has improved his overall health and conditioning.Congratulations Robert!
FITNESS FACTORY REIGNS SUPREME AT THE 2008 OLYMPIA
The 2008 Ms. Olympia competition was filled with three great line-ups in Fitness, Figure, and Woman's Bodybuilding. We are proud to say that the Fitness Factory Olympians showed up in their best shapes ever. Top honors in fitness went to former Olympia Champion Jen Hebdershott who dominated the routine rounds to reign supreme for the second time in her storied career. Tracey Greenwood surprised everyone by out lasting Kim Scheidler to take home second place ending her best year ever as a competitor. Julie Palmer settled for fourth place with her all time best physique and continued improving routines. Look for Julies to improve those routines for the Ms I and make a push toward the title. 
Mindi O'Brian also had her best showing to date at the Olympia with a strong seventh place finish. Many in attendance felt she deserved top six honors.Jenny Gates took her place atop the Figure world by outlasting a very tough field in capturing her first Olympia title. Jenny's balance, beauty and stage presence was exactly what the judges were looking for.
In Bodybuilding top pro Lisa Auckland was given fourth place to an array of boos from the fans. Lisa presented her all time best physique and clearly will make a push to capture the title in the future.
Also to be noted was the recognition of Tracey Greenwood as Flex magazines female athlete of the year and Nicole Duncan as the most improved fitness competitor. Also competing at this year's event were fitness pros Heidi Fletcher, Nicole Duncan, and Trish Warren. Figure Olympians included Latisha Wilder, Chastity Slone, Teresa Anthony, Jessica Paxson-Putnam, and Brenda Smith. We are extremely proud of all these ladies who represented The Fitness Factory with dignity and class.
The time is now to start thinking about your Fitness Camp for the off season
Dates are booking up fast and if you want to schedule with Mike you should do so now. Come be in an atmosphere with numerous competitors and fitness enthusiasts like yourself striving to maximize their efforts and abilities. This challenging weekend is inspirational, motivational, and a fantastic learning experience. Learn not only from Mike but from numerous other campers and top professionals in our sport that call Columbus their home. The camps include two nights of accommodation at the home of Mike and IFBB pro Julie Palmer. Staple diet foods and two other meals are provided. You will do five body part workouts as well as a full body conditioning class with other top amateur and professional competitors over the two and a half day camp. You will also take part in a posing seminar again with many other top competitors and have two separate Q&A sessions with Mike and Julie during your weekend. Camps are by appointment only so come experience why The Fitness Factory is so unique.
Client of the Month - August
Lexie Pratt
Lexie started training with The Fitness Factory in October of 2007. Her goal was much different than most; she actually had to gain weight instead of taking off weight. Lexie is a figure competitor and had to change the shape of her physique to be competitive this coming Fall. Although her weight is still the same as it was a year ago, her physique is much more complete and competitive. Lexie brought up her shoulder density and her leg density thru a good year of hard training and eating smart. Lexie will be hitting the stage September 13 in Atlantic City and again September 20 in Columbus. Best of Luck Lexie.
Lexie started training with The Fitness Factory in October of 2007. Her goal was much different than most; she actually had to gain weight instead of taking off weight. Lexie is a figure competitor and had to change the shape of her physique to be competitive this coming Fall. Although her weight is still the same as it was a year ago, her physique is much more complete and competitive. Lexie brought up her shoulder density and her leg density thru a good year of hard training and eating smart. Lexie will be hitting the stage September 13 in Atlantic City and again September 20 in Columbus. Best of Luck Lexie.
Client of the Month - JULY
Monica Gallagher
Monica is another great example of how hard work and persistence pays off. Monica recently competed in her first show this past weekend placing 4th in the Masters Division. When Moncia started dieting with The Fitness Factory she was at about 18% body fat and by competition date was around 9%. She first weighed around 242 pounds when she began to diet. She lost a total of 27.5 inches of fat in the first 2 years and did it all wrong. "10 of those inches were in my waist." After Monica's initial weight loss, she set her goals to step on stage to continue to motivate herself to continue to lose weight. Congratulations on all your hard work and dedication Monica. We are proud of you.
Monica is another great example of how hard work and persistence pays off. Monica recently competed in her first show this past weekend placing 4th in the Masters Division. When Moncia started dieting with The Fitness Factory she was at about 18% body fat and by competition date was around 9%. She first weighed around 242 pounds when she began to diet. She lost a total of 27.5 inches of fat in the first 2 years and did it all wrong. "10 of those inches were in my waist." After Monica's initial weight loss, she set her goals to step on stage to continue to motivate herself to continue to lose weight. Congratulations on all your hard work and dedication Monica. We are proud of you.
Client of the Month - JUNE
Melody Chao
This month's Client of the Month, Melody Chao, has been selected not based on her achievements, but her attitude and perseverance. You see, Mels didn't have the greatest competitive season, but she did have the greatest attitude toward competing. She simply competed against herself this year and won. After having a tumultuous off season that found her struggling to diet, mild health problems, and insecurity in the workplace, Mels persevered to have the best physique of her life. That did not mean winning for her, not even placing at the three shows she did. It did mean having pride in one accomplishment and an appreciation for the journey to compete and not so much for the reward of a placing. For this I admire her and choose her as the client of the month.
This month's Client of the Month, Melody Chao, has been selected not based on her achievements, but her attitude and perseverance. You see, Mels didn't have the greatest competitive season, but she did have the greatest attitude toward competing. She simply competed against herself this year and won. After having a tumultuous off season that found her struggling to diet, mild health problems, and insecurity in the workplace, Mels persevered to have the best physique of her life. That did not mean winning for her, not even placing at the three shows she did. It did mean having pride in one accomplishment and an appreciation for the journey to compete and not so much for the reward of a placing. For this I admire her and choose her as the client of the month.
Seattle Boot Camp
SEATTLE BOOTCAMP was a success. A huge thank you to Shannon Gill and to LA Fitness for hosting the event. Eighteen participants attended the high energy filled weekend to partake in bootcamp, posing and presentation, training and cardio sessions and a question and answer session. The Fitness Factory will be on their way to the West Coast again for another fun filled action packed weekend sometime in December. Stay tuned to the website for more information or contact Shannon Gill.
Fitness Factory Teams up with World Ventures
The Fitness Factory has teamed up with World Ventures Travel to ensure the lowest priced airfares anywhere in the world. Take the time out of searching for the lowest price and let World Ventures technologies do the work for you. Find the cheapest fares here to Columbus for a camp or to any of your show destinations with a click of your mouse. Chastity Sloane is heading up this project for The Fitness Factory and can answer any of your questions by contacting her at chastitylayne@aol.com. Our web site to visit for all your travel needs is www.FitnessFactoryTravel.Worldventures.biz
Client of the Month - MAY
Leyla Yurchick
Leyla has lost 30 lbs since the middle of March training with Mike. She is currently preparing for Junior Nationals in Chicago. Leyla has literally worked her butt off. Best of luck Leyla. You look great!
Leyla has lost 30 lbs since the middle of March training with Mike. She is currently preparing for Junior Nationals in Chicago. Leyla has literally worked her butt off. Best of luck Leyla. You look great!
Client of the Month - April
Tracy Grogg
Tracy, a 36 year old mother of 6, recently stepped on stage for the first time the first weekend in April to show off her new and improved physique. Tracy took 2nd in the Masters and 4th in the Open Figure A Class at the 2008 NPC Ohio Natural and then went on to Cincinnati the following weekend to win the A class Figure. In addition to training hard, and being a mom, Tracy works at Mt Carmel as a Surgical Tech and part time at the Grove City YMCA as a trainer. Congratulations Tracy.
Tracy, a 36 year old mother of 6, recently stepped on stage for the first time the first weekend in April to show off her new and improved physique. Tracy took 2nd in the Masters and 4th in the Open Figure A Class at the 2008 NPC Ohio Natural and then went on to Cincinnati the following weekend to win the A class Figure. In addition to training hard, and being a mom, Tracy works at Mt Carmel as a Surgical Tech and part time at the Grove City YMCA as a trainer. Congratulations Tracy.
Fitness Factory Express
Do you LOVE the new look of The Fitness Factory website?! The FITNESS FACTORY EXPRESS website has recently been revamped also! With over 100 current memberships, nearly 20 new members joined just last month to view all the new content!
Each month The FITNESS FACTORY EXPRESS website is re-loaded and packed with new information including:
FEATURED ARTICLE- this past month a Q & A session with Mike submitted by a competitor, other months Mike writes his personal thoughts, and sometimes he submits an article that you could swear he wrote just for you! details
Client of the Month - March
Candace Houston
Candace recently took overall honors at the 2008 Arnold Amateur Figure. Candace won the B class and then went on to win the overall. Candace also was the A class winner in Masters Figure at North Americans in 2007 and the 2nd place finsher in the open class in 2007 at N. Americans. Look for Candace to make a huge impact this year as she sets out to earn a pro card.
Candace recently took overall honors at the 2008 Arnold Amateur Figure. Candace won the B class and then went on to win the overall. Candace also was the A class winner in Masters Figure at North Americans in 2007 and the 2nd place finsher in the open class in 2007 at N. Americans. Look for Candace to make a huge impact this year as she sets out to earn a pro card.
Get a tight body now & after baby!!!
Did you know that there are more births in September than in any other month during the year? This means that there are a lot of women walking around right now who are about 6 weeks pregnant! Are you one of them? Are you trying to conceive, or just found out you are pregnant?Exercise boosts your immune system and provides the circulation and energy levels needed to help you conceive, enjoy your pregnancy and prepare your body for labor! Some studies have suggested that exercise during pregnancy will help with an easier and shorter labor and birth, fewer cesarean surgeries, a quicker recovery postpartum, a quicker return to your pre-pregnancy weight, not to mention an overall healthier feeling pregnancy! details
2008 Arnold Classic
The 2008 competitive season kicked off with a bang at the Arnold Classic and the Fitness Factory ladies had strong showings in all disciplines: Figure, Fitness and Bodybuilding… Professional and Amateur! detailsThe Fitness Factory also had many athletes and clients working behind the scenes throughout the Arnold Fitness Weekend. From commentating for the professional shows to expediting for the amateurs, from working the booths for their sponsors to presenting awards onstage to modeling in the fashion shows, our athletes were everywhere! Check out some of the pics here. For complete results, click here.
2008 Arnold Expo
Pictures from the 2008 Arnold Expo are available here.
Florida Fitness Camp a Huge Success
Southern Muscle and IFBB Fitness Professional Shannon Dey hosted a fitness camp at Boom Fitness in Ormund Beach, Florida this February 8-10th. Over 30 fitness enthusiasts attended the weekend, which included weight training sessions, boot camp, posing practice, nutritional advice and of course Q & A time with Mike. A big thank you to Shannon and Southern Muscle for planning the event…it was a huge success and all the participants left with renewed excitement for fitness as well as a wealth of knowledge regarding training, dieting, and motivation! Check out Southern Muscle at www.southernmuscleplus.com or email Shannon at shannondey@bellsouth.net for more information about upcoming events!
Client of the Month - February
Leslie Jennings
Leslie lost 23 lbs in one month. She began dieting right before the holidays and has made a commitment to herself to lose the weight and better her health and well being. Leslie's 23 lb. weight loss is just the intermediate stage of her goals. Look for more before and after photos of Leslie in the next few months when she reaches her final weight loss goal.
Congratulations Leslie!
Leslie lost 23 lbs in one month. She began dieting right before the holidays and has made a commitment to herself to lose the weight and better her health and well being. Leslie's 23 lb. weight loss is just the intermediate stage of her goals. Look for more before and after photos of Leslie in the next few months when she reaches her final weight loss goal.Congratulations Leslie!
2008 Arnold Classic Competitors Announced
The 2008 Arnold Classic is fast approaching and as usual the Fitness Factory athletes are poised to compete for the top spots!Adela Garcia, current Fitness Olympia champ and previous Fitness International winner has chosen to forgo this year’s contest in preparation for the 2008 Olympia, but there will be many other top athletes vying for the title. In fact, half of the professional fitness competitors are Fitness Factory athletes! details
2007 Christmas Party
Pictures
from Mike's 2007 Christmas party at La Scala are available here.
Client of the Month - January
Leslie Schrader
WOW to Leslie who trains at the Hilliard Metro Fitness Gym!!! While
committed to the gym, she is a junior at Jonathon Alder High School
in London, OH. One year ago, Leslie made a commitment to a training
& nutrition program to get back on the right track -and has since
put on a healthy 30 lbs. to balance out her tall and slender, and now
toned and muscular physique! Congratulations Leslie, you are beautiful
inside and out & we are so proud of you!!!
WOW to Leslie who trains at the Hilliard Metro Fitness Gym!!! While
committed to the gym, she is a junior at Jonathon Alder High School
in London, OH. One year ago, Leslie made a commitment to a training
& nutrition program to get back on the right track -and has since
put on a healthy 30 lbs. to balance out her tall and slender, and now
toned and muscular physique! Congratulations Leslie, you are beautiful
inside and out & we are so proud of you!!!
Client of the Month - December
Marie Gibbon
Congratulations to Marie who has just completed a whole year of dieting and put forth a tremendous effort in her goal to receive her pro card. Marie was rewarded this Summer and officially became an IFBB Pro Figure Competitor after many months of having to travel world wide and thru out the US to compete to receive her card.
Tina Durkin
Tina just won the Overall Fitness Nationals and earned her pro card in fitness. Tina has had a successful year by winning the Overall at Junior Nationals and just missing her pro status in NY this past July.
Congratulations to Marie who has just completed a whole year of dieting and put forth a tremendous effort in her goal to receive her pro card. Marie was rewarded this Summer and officially became an IFBB Pro Figure Competitor after many months of having to travel world wide and thru out the US to compete to receive her card.
Tina Durkin
Tina just won the Overall Fitness Nationals and earned her pro card in fitness. Tina has had a successful year by winning the Overall at Junior Nationals and just missing her pro status in NY this past July.
Fitness Factory Pro Ladies Continue to Rise to the Challenge
The pro ladies, some old and some new faces, of the Fitness Factory set out to accomplish many goals this late summer/early fall season. The fitness, figure and bodybuilding ladies still had many opportunities to qualify to compete in the 2007 Olympia. details
Julie Palmer Wins the Living Beautiful Award
Living Beautiful Radio, hosted by Dr. Z. Cathryn Navarro and Professional Fitness Model Nancy Di Nino is proud to announce the winner of the first annual "Living Beautiful Award" to IFBB Fitness Pro, Julie Palmer. The award carried a $1000 cash prize and was presented on stage at the Europa Super show in Dallas, Texas on August 11th. details