WNSO Figure Professional!
I just wanted to give some feedback about my experience at The FAME North American in Miami, Florida.
I must first start by saying that from the first athlete meeting I had a great feeling about the WNSO. This was my first time competing with FAME, and I felt so welcomed. The athletes were treated with tremendous respect and the show ran very smoothly. The venue was second to none, that is for sure. We had many different rooms to change in prepare for the competition. The stage was huge and very well lit, you definitely felt on top of the world performing on it! Well I sure did anyway.
The main difference between FAME and most other organizations in terms of scoring is the 6 mandatory posing, and a 90 second routine. The 6 mandatory poses were so fun to do. Once I committed to just doing them, I actually started to have fun with it. And I had a blast doing the pose down at the end. It was awesome!
That is one of the reasons I chose to do this event because I know how to get into shape and I know how to do 1/4 turns. What I didn’t know, was how to put together a routine that not only had some elements of bodybuilding but had a few strength moves in it too. That coupled with coordinating the right music and a costume was a new challenge for me. And that is what it is all about to me, to continually challenge myself as an athlete.
It was a great feeling to walk away with my professional status. And there are many categories to compete in that can accommodate you with where you are at in with your training. From Bikini to Bodybuilding. And most importantly…naturally! Because at the end of the day, treating your body with respect is what this should all be about anyway! And that is something you can feel good about.
November 4, 2007 at 10:59 am
Congratulations. You should be proud of your self and your accomplishment. Your attitude towards fitness and the body is an inspiritation.
November 4, 2007 at 11:01 am
Thanks for the blog Ava. I was wondering about competing with Fame. I plan on competing October 18, 2008 in Miami, FL at the Fame Nationals for the first time. I am totally lost when it comes to poses and a routine. Hopefully I will see you there next year.
November 5, 2007 at 1:44 am
Hi , well don Ava! great respect !manny congratulations.Nice storry you written also.
November 5, 2007 at 7:42 am
Congratulations!!!
November 5, 2007 at 7:47 am
Congratulations!!!! I knew you could do it!!!
November 5, 2007 at 7:53 am
Congratulations!!!! makes me proud:-) I knew you could.
November 5, 2007 at 8:20 pm
Awesome experience for you and I am so happy for you! You express it all so well. Best always.
November 5, 2007 at 8:42 pm
Congrats and thanks for bringing a very "Natural" and aesthetically pleasing female body to the stage. I must agree with your "natural" comment, and would continue with: At what point did someone say, "bloated muscle bellies on three hundred pound, non-symetrical, chemical-laden competitor’s,"is what bodybuilding should be all about? What happened to health and symmetry? Does anyone else miss the Frank Zane’s and Mike Mentzers of yesteryear?
November 6, 2007 at 2:07 pm
Ava, I am so very proud of you!!!! You know I’ve been a backer from your start, and believe me, better things are in store for you! I haven’t stopped smiling since I read the news, because I am happy for you.
November 7, 2007 at 5:35 am
I am really happy for you! Your committment has been amazing. See you soon!
November 7, 2007 at 2:14 pm
WOOHOOO!!!! Go AVA!!! Congratulations on working so hard to achieve your goals and having fun!
November 15, 2007 at 3:37 pm
Congrats!
November 18, 2007 at 4:29 pm
Congratulations on your WNSO professional status, Ava!
November 28, 2007 at 9:31 am
Congrats and AWESOME!!
Ive only competed once, it was very fun however, lots to know.
I attended a FAME competition (wanted to check that out), like you mentioned, it’s a challenge, the second outfit concering sports with the routine. Lots more for that stage.
Fun Fun
Keep it up gurl!!!