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Email: jennylynnfitness@yahoo.com
Web site: www.jennylynnfitness.com

12-Time IFBB Pro Figure Champion, Jenny Lynn, retires!

Dallas, Texas – 10/30/2009 - After 10 years competing, IFBB Pro Figure Icon, Jenny Lynn has decided to retire.  She captured the very first pro figure contest in history, the 2003 Figure International. Jenny went on to win a total of 12 shows, the most of any other Professional Figure competitor, including two Figure Olympia’s and three Figure International’s throughout her eight year pro career.

Jenny is very thankful for her time spent on stage, largely because of the career she’s had the opportunity to create from it. “I have had an awesome career that I am very proud of. But, there comes a time in every athlete’s life when it’s time to step down. After 10 years competing and 31 contests later…it’s time. I’m not really sad to stop competing because honestly, the greatest success in my career has come from helping other people achieve their fitness and physique goals. I will continue to be involved in the fitness industry sharing my knowledge and experience and coaching competitors to follow in my foot steps”, says Jenny.

With the competition stage behind her and far more available time, Jenny has several projects she’s working on. She recently filmed a new training DVD prior to the Olympia with her workout partner, Trish Warren. The DVD will be for sale on our websites by December 2009. Jenny and Trish also created an apparel company that offers fun, trendy tanks, t-shirts and hats in addition to top quality active wear.

Jenny will focus a lot of her attention now on contest prep coaching and sharing her knowledge with up and coming competitors around the world. In addition to working with competitors, Jenny also conducts a 12-Week Transformation Challenge on her website. Anyone can join January 1st-April 30th, 2010. The client who makes the biggest changes to their physique in their 12-weeks wins an all expense paid trip to come train with Jenny in Dallas, Texas for a weekend. This will be her 4th year offering her very successful Transformation Challenge. Jenny says, “its been without question, the most rewarding part of my career far beyond any contest win!”

Jenny is also working on coordinating several seminars across the US for 2010 and is working on e-books and workouts that will be downloadable from her website in the next couple months as well.  And lastly, Jenny is now offering in-home personal training where clients have the opportunity to either live with Jenny or have her stay with them for a period of time to learn first-hand everything involved in achieving their goals and leading a healthy lifestyle!!!

To enlist Jenny’s help in achieving your own fitness and physique goals go to:
www.jennylynnfitness.com

Infinite Labs signs Controversial Bodybuilder, Lee Priest as their new Juggernaut!

Infinite Labs the creators of Juggernaut, is making a splash in the Sports Nutrition Industry, by revamping the company from the ground up.

The first order of business is the new ownership. On September 4th, 2009, April Jacobs, became President by raising funds for this up and coming company. “I helped launch Infinite Labs almost two years ago, so I feel very connected to it”, Claimed Mrs. Jacobs, who is now the only woman to own and operate a Hardcore Sports Nutrition Company.

Infinite Labs widely known for their stand alone packaging of bright Yellow and Blue have been making their way up the ranks, since their launch at the Arnold Fitness Expo in 2008.  Mrs. Jacobs states firmly, “There is no reason Infinite Labs cannot become the next big company, especially with the changes going in affect”.  She wasted no time implementing, what she and her team   feels will propel them to the level they are seeking. One of the most exciting decisions is the signing of a Controversial Bodybuilder, Lee Priest.  Lee who currently resides in Australia, is well known, for his symmetrical physique, and detail to conditioning.

Some would say that his ban from the IFBB in 2006   brought him a lot of negative attention. When asked about the decision to make him a part of the Infinite Team, Mrs. Jacobs simply replied, “Why not?” “I have never been afraid of a challenge. Lee is an incredible athlete, who has a strong fan base. He was deemed an underdog in the past, just as I am currently. It is a perfect fit”.

Lee is known for his widely public views on improving the conditions for athletes in the Industry, as well as his extremely, ‘tell it like it is’ approach.  Since the controversy, Lee has been allowed back in the IFBB, and plans on making  his big come back in 2010.

Adding Lee to their team is only one of many new and exciting changes with this unique company. We are told this is just a piece of  the plan  to rise to the top, with the opening of their new offices in Orlando Florida, overhauling their website,   hiring  an incredible sales force,  as well as  preparing the launch of 6 new products.  Mrs. Jacobs proudly states “I consider this the Infinite Dream Team. We feel we bring something refreshing to the Sports Nutrition Industry, a Hardcore Company, with a touch of Class”.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CHAMPION NUTRITION SIGNS JAKE SHIELDS PROFESSIONAL MIXED MARTIAL ARTIST AS SPONSORED ATHLETE

Shields is added to growing MMA athletes representing TapouT Sports Nutrition

Sunrise, FL (September 8, 2009) – Champion Nutrition a pioneer in the sports nutrition industry has been the brand bodybuilders, Olympic and professional athletes have known and loved for years, today announces the signing of Strikeforce fighter Jake Shields to represent their new TapouT Sports Nutrition brand.

Jake Shields is an American mixed martial artist currently fighting at 170 lb. He is the Rumble on the Rock 175 lb Champion. He is the first & last Elite XC Welterweight Champion. He is also the former Shooto World Champion. He has trained extensively with Cesar Gracie. He is currently on a 12-fight winning streak, finishing 6 of his last 7 opponents in the first round. Jake has been ranked in the Top 10 since 2004. In his last Strikeforce fight Shields defeated Lawler via submission (guillotine choke) at 2:02 of round 1.

Jake has his own gym the Jake Shields’ Gracie Fighter Berkeley Academy in California. The gym is a branch of The Gracie Fighter family tree, which holds one of the richest traditions of excellence and success in The Martial Arts and Mixed Martial Arts community.

Champion Nutrition’s President Mark Post commented, “Jake is very unique fighter and person. He is a terrific example for young athletes in mixed martial arts that if you work hard, follow good values in your life and respect your instructors you will develop good character and winning skills.” Post added that, “Jake is an awesome member of our growing TapouT Sports Nutrition athlete team with a tremendous fan following. He is striving to fight whoever can get him the title fight so he can reach his goal of being ranked number one in the world. Our goal at Champion Nutrition will be to help him become World Champion.”

About Champion Nutrition

Champion Nutrition is a Sunrise, FL based designer, marketer and manufacturer of performance-based sports nutrition products. Champion maintains its own 135,000 square foot GMP-certified manufacturing facility. Currently in their 26th year, Champion’s attention to product formulation for athletic performance is legendary and makes them one of the most well-respected sports nutrition companies in the industry. Champion Nutrition signed a licensing agreement last April with TapouT®, the premier mixed martial arts apparel and lifestyle brand to offer sports enthusiasts TapouT Sports Nutrition products. Under this relationship, Champion Nutrition will develop and market the Tapout Sports Nutrition brand for the US and Internationally. The brand has already been accepted for distribution in October at retailers GNC, Stop & Shop, Fred Meyer and on line retailers Body Building.com, Amazon.com, MMA Warehouse.com and TapouT.com. Champion Nutrition is the official sports nutrition company of American Top Team. American Top Team is one of the largest and most active Mixed Martial Arts (“MMA”) teams in the world.

For more info, visit: www.championnutrition.com
or
www.tapoutsn.com

MEDIA CONTACT:

Champion Nutrition
Attn: Greg Henry
1301 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway
Sunrise, FL 33323
954-233-3300 ext. 1207
gregh@champusa.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CHAMPION NUTRITION SIGNS HECTOR “SHANGO” LOMBARD PROFESSIONAL MIXED MARTIAL ARTIST AS SPONSORED ATHLETE

Lombard will support TapouT Sports Nutrition brand in marketing campaign.  

Sunrise, FL (September 8, 2009) – Champion Nutrition a pioneer in the sports nutrition industry has been the brand bodybuilders, Olympic and professional athletes have known and loved for years, today announces the signing of Bellator Middleweight Champion Hector “Shango” Lombard.

Hector “Shango” Lombard is a native Cuban, and an Australian citizen fighting in the United States. Lombard is a black belt in judo and is a Pride veteran. He currently fights as a middleweight for the Bellator Fighting Championships. His nickname “Shango” is a fictional supernatural and immortal created by DC Comics. Hector is a former Olympic Judo competitor from Cuba and made the switch from Judo to MMA after the Sydney Olympics in 2000. Hector is currently training with Ricardo Liborio at American Top Team in Coconut Creek, Florida. Hector defeated Jared Hess via doctor stoppage in the fourth round to win the Bellator middleweight title. The win improves Lombard’s record to 21-2-1.

“I have been using Champion Nutrition products for the past year and they have made a huge difference in my training. Their products are terrific for helping me get stronger and train hard every day.” comments Lombard. “Champion is the nutrition sponsor for my gym ATT and many of our best fighters train using Champion products, so I trust them a lot.” adds Lombard.
Mark Post, President of Champion Nutrition, stated, “Team Champion welcomes Hector to be a member of our TapouT Sports Nutrition athlete team. Hector will help us introduce our new brand to many Spanish speaking MMA fans and to all of his fans in the many countries where he is very famous. His name might be new to a lot of US fans but internationally he is a star and he is truly a rising star in US MMA.”

About Champion Nutrition

Champion Nutrition is a Sunrise, FL based designer, marketer and manufacturer of performance-based sports nutrition products. Champion maintains its own 135,000 square foot GMP-certified manufacturing facility. Currently in their 26th year, Champion’s attention to product formulation for athletic performance is legendary and makes them one of the most well-respected sports nutrition companies in the industry. Champion Nutrition recently announced a licensing agreement with TapouT, the premier mixed-martial arts apparel, gear and lifestyle brand to offer sports enthusiasts TapouT Sports Nutrition products. Champion will design, distribute and market the Tapout Sports Nutrition brand to all retailers in the United States and abroad.
For more info, visit: www.championnutrition.com

MEDIA CONTACT:

Champion Nutrition
Attn: Greg Henry
1301 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway
Sunrise, FL 33323
954-233-3300 ext. 1207
gregh@champusa.com

Please join myself and Bodybuilding.com in wishing Monique Minton (aka MOMO) a very Happy Birthday. MOMO is celebrating the big TWO FIVE today, and it seems that this is gonna be quite the year for this young rising superstar.

MOMO has just recently earned her IFBB Pro Bikini Card and has been kickin’ some serious A$$ in the world of MMA recently tearing it up during the NAGA tournament this past weekend. She already has a very impressive list of accomplishments and she is just gettin started.

Chat live with Mark, Andols, and Chris from Chimaira tomorrow  on the BB.com JTV channel:
http://www.justin.tv/bbcom

Full details here:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/justintv.htm

Hi guys!

I am participating in the "Walk to Cure Cancer" on September 13 and am trying to raise as much money as I can. I am sure we have all been affected or have known someone who has been affected by cancer, so this walk is very personal to me. I realize that the economy isn’t helping much right now, but if you can donate any money at all, I would really appreciate it!

For those who live near me, the walk is on Sept. 13. Registration is from 10-12 and the actual walk is 12-3 pm. It starts at UMASS, and I’m trying to get a nice big group together to do this. There are no fees or donations required, but I would prefer not to go empty handed. Please let me know if you can help me with this…if not, no biggie Thank you in advance!

Warmest Regards,

Tianna Ta  

If you can help please send me a message here.

Farrah Fawcett rocked a hardbody for many years but sadly passed away this morning at the age of 62. Farrah was diagnosed with cancer three years ago and she documented her struggles with Farrah’s Story. The documentary was viewed by nearly 9 million viewers when it aired last month.

She was one of the leading ladies in the original Charlie’s Angels and scored a slew of other roles over the years. In 1995 (she 48 years old at the time), Farrah posed topless for Playboy and the issue sold over four million copies. It was the best-selling Playboy of the 90s.

Rest in Peace Farrah.

Meridian, ID (Bodybuilding.com) June 24, 2009 — A bizarre little story unfolded today, as it was revealed that Hardbody.com owner Isaac Hinds up until today had never before tasted peanut butter.

Isaac’s “Peanut Butter Virgin” status was inadvertently made known during a routine visit to Bodybuilding.com headquarters in Idaho this afternoon.

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When asked about his unusual former status, Mr. Hinds had no comment.  Upon leaving the building, however, several staff members noted a wide grin upon his face.

UPDATE: Rumor has it that Isaac subsequently made a run to a local convenience store to acquire some chunky peanut butter for an impromptu taste test before heading off to a BB.com softball game.  Creamy remains his favorite, however.  Welcome to a bold, new world of flavor, Isaac!

IFBB Figure Pro, Meriza DeGuzman was quite happy when I saw her in the lobby at the NPC Junior California. No, it wasn’t because I was there. She was smiling pretty because of the beautiful engagement ring on her finger. The lucky groom-to-be is NPC Bodybuilding Pete Ciconne. Congratulations on your engagement!

P.S. yes fanny packs are on the comeback!

Ron Avidan

Nourish America Honored by Texas State House of Representatives
From:Michael Morton

Dear Friends:

Last week I attended a session of the Texas State House of Representatives where Nourish America was honored with a resolution for helping to provide critical nutritional foods and beverages to over 10,500 families in the Northwest Houston area after Hurricane Ike’s winds devastated the area and knocked out power for 2 million people. During the effort, Nourish America partnered with Robin Read, CEO of the National Foundation for Women Legislators, Mary Wong, President of the Office Depot Foundation and Representative Debbie Riddle (R-TX) to help organize and supply food, beverages and sanitary items for 4 pods, one of which had a line of cars six miles long filled with families waiting for provisions. The effort was fueled by 700 local volunteers. Except for some ice supplied by the County and by FEMA, all the supplies were provided without federal help and at no cost to the taxpayers.

The National Foundation for Women Legislators and the Office Depot Foundation were also honored with resolutions during the session. Present during the event was Michael Morton, Executive Director of Nourish America, Mary Wong, President of Office Depot Foundation and Kevin Robertson, CEO of the Chance to Give Foundation. Representative Debbie Riddle spoke for several minutes about the important contribution Nourish America made during the crisis. It was quite a humbling moment for me and a proud moment for Nourish America.

After the ceremony, the resolution honoring our charity was signed by the Speaker of the House. Please find below an exerpt of the resolution. Click here to read the entire resolution.

“….Whereas, Times of great crisis often inspire noble actions, and Hurricane Ike proved to be no exception, as evidenced by the generous support offered by Nourish America; now, therefore, be it resolved that the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby honors Nourish America for the important role it played in the Hurricane Ike relief and recovery effort and extend to all those associated with the organization sincere gratitude for their hard work and dedication; and, be it further resolved that an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Nourish America as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives…”

We at Nourish America wish to deeply thank all of our supporters who made our Hurricane Ike Relief effort such a success and who made this honor possible, particularly: Connie and Dr. Julian Whitaker of Whitaker Wellness Institute, Raj Chopra of Tishcon Corp, Stephanie Rudat of the Alliance of Youth Movements, Tammy Faridi, Diana Blankman of Wyeth Healthcare Consumer, Thao Pham of Clif Bar Family Foundation, Joseph Salzone of Natural Organics, Sara Newmark of New Chapter, Bruce Sweyd of Alacer Corp, Anne Kazemzadeh of Kay’s Naturals, Maria Emmer-Aanes of Nature’s Path, Mary Wong of Office Depot Foundation, Robin Read of National Foundation for Women Legislators, Representative Debbie Riddle, Representative Patricia Harless, Carole Little of Northwest Assistance Ministry, Bobby Hanna of Univera, Susan MacGlaughlin of The Vitamin Shoppe, Dr. David Maccallan of Ideal Health, Mary Waldner of Mary’s Gone Crackers, Sarah Keck of American Nutriceuticals, Doug Jon es of Pharmavite, Al Powers of NOW Foods, Len Monheit and Jason Butterfield of NPIcenter, Dean Pipher of Muscle Tech, Joe Gilliams of BodyBuilding.com, Keane Tsu of Au’Some, Inc and Marsha Koehler of Protos, Inc.

You all helped relieve the suffering of thousands during a historic crisis. Thank you.

As this is the first day of 2009’s hurricane season, it reminds us at Nourish America to stand ready to provide assistance again to individuals or regions that may be affected by any future disasters. Nourish America is prepared and has continued to succeed with rapid disaster response time and time again.

With Best Regards,

Michael Morton

Executive Director

Nourish America
P.O. Box 567
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 715-693

Celebrity Trainer Vows To End The Epidemic Obesity In America

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

As one of the most successful celebrity trainers in Hollywood, Michael Torchia has spent over 25 years of his life trying to bring the life-saving message of personal fitness and healthy diet to men and women everywhere.

In 1985, he began Operation Fitness to combat the (then) overlooked epidemic of childhood obesity. He is proud to announce the next phase of his “fitness for all” philosophy.

Michael has spent over 25 years of his life educating and teaching the public about fitness. His talent for training and motivating people to exceed their potential makes him the ideal leader in the battle against inactivity and obesity. Michael Torchia created the “Operation Fitness™” programs to provide children and adults with the ability to integrate health and fitness into their everyday routine.

Michael’s well-structured organization will help motivate people of all ages, increase and improve self-esteem in a dynamic, inspiring way. These innovative programs are supported by descriptive fitness updates and essential nutrition guidelines for all those wanting to lead a healthy and fit lifestyle.

Although Michael’s clientele includes such famous names as Matt Damon, Al Pacino, Kevin Spacey, his true passion is helping everyday people. Having suffered as an obese child himself, with incredible drive and determination he overcame his eating disorder. He went on to become Teenage Mr. America, Mr. Collegiate USA and Mr. California.

This exemplifies that with proper guidance, learning of good nutritional habits and the use of research-based professional training, if you can imagine it, it can become a reality. Click on the link to read more about Michael’s personal story: http://newsblaze.com/story/20090109125038zzzz.nb/topstory.html

If you would like more information on how Michael can help you and your community call: 800.933.8633 or email michael@operationfitness.com

Michael Torchia
Health and Wellness Expert

www.operationfitness.com

www.fitnessundercover.com

www.holistichealthfoundation.com

www.healthypetnation.com

Jesse James is a Dead Man on Spike TV
Sundays 10pm
From: David Sandler, david@strengthpro.com

Q.  Tell us about your new show with Jesse James?
This show is really about Jesse James pushing the envelope by looking death square in the face and avoiding it. He wanted to test his ability across a gamut of adrenaline pumping tasks that would prove he is capable of hanging with the best and defying the odds. It has all the elements of a real guy show with crazy dare-devil type stunts, super cool explosions, and oh yeah, a little science here and there.

Q.  How did you get the job?
Over the past 20 years I have been a strength coach, college professor, author, advisory board member, consultant, researcher, and event organizer. I have met so many fabulous people from all facets of the fitness industry and fortunately, through my large network of professionals, I have been involved in more then 30 episodes of television with National Geographic, Discovery, Fox Sports Net, and now Spike TV.

Q.  What qualifies you for the show?
I’m basically a powerlifter turned scientist. So I guess if you take 1/3rd science geek, 1/3rd strength/performance expert, and 1/3rd self-proclaimed adrenalin junkie anyone will hire you!

Q.  What kind of training does Jesse go through or is it all adrenaline?
Trial by fire, literally, is what Jesse uses to prepare. Over the many years Jesse has continually challenged himself forcing his body to adapt to tolerate the pain and handle the element of danger. In a sense, it is the common training rule of progression that everyone follows, except that his training is little over the top. When you couple that with his unique ability to remain calm, remove stress, and focus on the task at hand you have a person that truly lives on the edge but stays within his means. His knack of dealing with danger and handling stress is unparalleled in any person or athlete that I have seen.

Q.  What kind of training and nutrition does Jesse follow?
He follows a general training protocol and concentrates on hydration when performing those difficult long duration tasks. While that is vague, it is not a secret, but unlike a football player or bodybuilder, task specific for him does not require strength or power, instead exercise is for reducing injury and maintaining health.

Q.  What is your job as Scientific Advisor on the show?
My main job is to design and implement testing procedures for measuring the physical and physiological parameters of performance during the stunts and events. Jesse comes up with an idea, the producers build a show and I fit some science in. Due to the complex nature of some of the things we have done on the show, many times we either cannot measure what is happening, or our limited knowledge of how the human body responds under stress cannot explain why Jesse (and others) are capable of dong what they do. But we try, and I have found (not just on this series), that controlling the mind, having a genuine disregard for pain, and being able to think while under extreme duress are really the keys to being successful when danger or death is eminent.

Q.  What is the next big thing for StrengthPro?
I just got finished filming Fight Science’s Third Season for National Geographic where a team of experts including Lead Scientist Dr. Cindy Bir, and myself (sports physiologist) examine all aspects of human performance from Martial Artists, Law Enforcement, All Branches of Military, and Self Defense Experts.
As well, another cool 2 show series will be coming out on National Geographic later this year called Humanly Possible, where we examine the ability of humans to perform what is thought to be impossible feats. Over the next several months, StrengthPro will be performing some of the very same tests that were shown on TV at the Europa Super Show, Olympia, and of course we are preparing for our 7th Annual Strength Summit at the Arnold Classic Sports Weekend in 2010.

Join NGA Pro Bodybuilder Allen Bowlden for a live chat tomorrow from Bodybuilding.com.

Live Video chat Q&A Friday, May 29, 2009 @ 1:00 p.m MST.

For more information click here.

Join the chat Live tomorrow here.

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A new DREAM middleweight champion failed to be crowned on Tuesday at DREAM 9, as Jason “Mayhem” Miller and Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza fought to a no contest in their headliner for the vacant title at the Yokohama Arena in Kanagawa, Japan.

Early in the bout, Miller connected with a kick to the top of Souza’s head while his opponent was on the ground, opening up a cut that would ultimately force the bout to come to a premature conclusion. The kick was deemed unintentional, but when the bout was eventually halted the fight was declared a no contest.

In other DREAM 9 action upsets were plentiful, as Joe Warren topped Norifumi “Kid Yamamoto by split decision in the second round of the featherweight grand prix, Gesias “JZ” Cavalcante suffered a unanimous decision loss to Tatsuya Kawajiri in a lightweight title eliminator, and Bob Sapp was submitted by Ikuhisa Minowa just over one-minute into their Super Hulk tournament matchup.

The official results for DREAM 9 were:

Jason “Mayhem” Miller vs. Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza — No Contest#
DREAM Middleweight Championship (vacant)
Joe Warren def. Norifumi “Kid Yamamoto via split decision^
Bibiano Fernandes def. Masakazu Iminari via unanimous decision^
Hiroyuki Takaya def. Yoshiro Maeda via TKO (strikes) — Round 1, 9:40^
Hideo Tokoro def. Abel Cullum via submission (rear naked choke) — Round 2, 1:37^
Tatsuya Kawajiri def. Gesias “JZ” Cavalcante via unanimous decision+
Gegard Mousasi def. Mark Hunt via submission (arm bar) — Round 1, 1:19*
Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou def. Jan Nortje via TKO (strikes) — Round 1, 2:29*
Hong Man Choi def. Jose Canseco via submission (strikes) — Round 1, 1:17*
Ikuhisa Minowa def. Bob Sapp via submission (heel hook) — Round 1, 1:14*