2008 Iron Man Blog

The Iron Man and FitExpo video clips keep rollin’ courtesy of Ron Avidan (GetBig.com), Lonnie Teper (Ironmanmagazine.com), GraphicMuscle.com, and me, Issac Hinds (Liftstudios.com)!

Check out these video clips to satisfy your need for more expo coverage and hilarity!

Vyotech After-Party
Lisa Marie Bickels
J.C. Lopez & LT: Arnold Predictions
Lonnie Teper’s Birthday Party
Weight Guessing
NPC Figure Competitor, Maryjo Cooke
Muscle Milk Shots
Rick Collins Legal Expert
Vyotech Booth
Cathy LeFrancois
Monica Brant!
SAN

Stay tuned on Monday for even more!  These videos (and more - a total of 36 now!) are also available here:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/2007ironman_blogvideopreviews.htm

Post by: liftstudios

Ron Avidan, Ian Sitren, Jerome Ferguson, Dave Middleton, myself and many others all enjoyed a the first BodySpace meet and greet. The event took place before the finals where food and beverages were served. Ron and I nabbed some video at the event which will be posted this week.

Bodybuilding.com’s fitness divas, Timea and Christina were in attendance as well. If you attended the event, let us know what you thought. It looked like everyone was having a great time.

Check out more photos from the party here.

Check out BodySpace Meet & Greet video footage here.

Check out a BodySpace Meet & Greet podcast interview here.

Post by: liftstudios

I just got back from the Ironman Pro and had a blast. Actually, my main purpose tonight was to get some MP3 interviews and make some new friends at the Bodyspace Meet & Greet Party.

The vibe was good as the guys from BB.com had plenty of food and drinks on hand, and the people I met were quite friendly. I saw several familar faces, trouble is, the first guy I got on audio, Chris Curry, was so cool and full of energy, most of the BodySpace people scrambled out to get their seats to see the show, before I could more of them on audio.

What I did get with Chris (GSON0023), was awesome. This guy definitely has the right attitude and I predict will go on to become a fitness professional….

Here his audio interview we did on the fly…

If you’re having problems with the streaming audio, click here for the QuickTime version.

Chris (a.k.a. Big Swole) is also a former Bodybuilding.com Transformation of the Week!

Editor’s Note: Check out BodySpace Meet & Greet photos and video footage, too!

Post by: vince_andrich

If you haven’t heard, Bodybuilding.com is providing a free webcast of the Iron Man Pro on Saturday.  For more information, check out this Press Release for details:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/pr51.htm

And visit our Iron Man Main Page on Saturday for a link to the actual live video page:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/2007im.htm

And get a sneak preview of what the webcast video interface will look like on this week’s episode of The Fit Show:

http://webcast.bodybuilding.com/fitshow/2007im/im_fitshow.htm

During the live webcast, don’t forget to VOTE for the Fan’s Choice Award!

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/2007im_fc.htm

And this page for a recap of the Iron Man Preview Videos that have been featured on this blog over the past few weeks:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/2007ironman_blogvideopreviews.htm

And if you’re going to the show, don’t forget to attend the official BodySpace Members-Only Party!

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/bodyspaceparty.htm

Only 2 more days!  =)

UPDATE: Here’s the direct link to the IRON MAN live webcast page!!

http://webcast.bodybuilding.com/fitshow/2007im/2007im_webcast_ws.htm

Post by: bbcom_developer

Our BodySpace party Iron Man combo tickets are no longer available in our online store, since we won’t be able to ship them off to you in time.

You can still stop by the Bodybuilding.com Iron Man booth and get tickets for cheap, however.  =)

Post by: bbcom_developer

Are you getting ready to head off to Pasadena for the IronMan? If you aren’t from the So-Cal area, you probably don’t know much about the area and how to spend your time away from the events of the IronMan. I have tried to put together a list of activities to keep anyone busy all weekend:

IronMan Weekend Festivities
For IronMan weekend events, please visit the official 2007 IronMan & FitExpo page.

Nightlife

• BodySpace Meet & Greet - Loge Section, Pasadena Civic Auditorium, February 17, 6pm - (taken from bodybuilding.com) $20 gets you in the door early, at 6:00 p.m., and access to the Gold Room. BodySpace Meet & Greet from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Iron Man Pro Finals start at 7:00 p.m.). Tickets are only available at Bodybuilding.com. Mix and mingle with the Bodybuilding.com BodySpace community. Hosted bar and appetizers will be served before and during the show. Free Saturday Fit Expo Access with purchase of Iron Man finals ticket. See where the real judging takes place! Win $100 prize… For the sexiest dressed male, female, and couple contest. Who’s Going To Be There? Come party with INBF Figure Competitor, Jamie Eason, Fitness Model, Christina Lindley, and IFBB Masters World Champion, Bob Cicherillo, among others!
  
• The Saturday Night “After Party” - Pasadena Jazz Institute, February 17, 10pm - (taken from thefitexpo.com) We are proud to announce The First Annual Vyotech Nutritionals Iron Man FitExpo AFTER PARTY, scheduled for Saturday Night February 17th (10 pm to 1am) at the gorgeous Pasadena Jazz Institute located directly across the street from The Pasadena Civic Auditorium (site of The Iron Man Pro XVIII Finals) in the Paseo Outdoor Mall. This upscale event will feature a live jazz trio with lead singer, a dance floor, mouth-watering appetizers from PF Changs, amazing desserts, complimentary tea and coffee and a cash bar. Limited attendance, please order soon! Dress to impress California Casual is requested. Celebrity bodybuilding and fitness guests will be in attendance. TICKETS are only $25.
  

Dining

• The Firehouse - 213 Rose Ave Venice, CA 90291 (310) 396-6810 Map - (taken from citysearch.com) A crowd of many sizes gathers in the tree-shaded courtyard for quiet conversation away from the busy kitchen’s clatter. A menu of lean proteins, calorie-conscious carbs and fresh vegetables starts with breakfast’s egg-white combos, including the popular ground buffalo and mushroom scramble with fresh herbs. Full-fat, cheddar-packed huevos rancheros are also available. Otherwise diligent diners are seduced by carb-heavy favorites like fruit-topped golden Belgian waffles and multigrain pancakes, dense with blueberries and a hint of cinnamon.
  
• Cafe Del Rey - 4451 Admiralty Way Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 (310) 823-6395 Map - (taken from www.losangelesrestaurants.com) Cafe Del Rey focuses on Mediterranean cuisine, the multi-ethnic menu also includes many dishes influenced by classic French and Pacific Rim cuisine. It’s award-wining wine list includes an outstanding collection of California wines in various price ranges, cellared in a temperature-controlled display room. It also offers an innovative blend of eclectic design, light and airy surroundings and inviting comfort. Skylights, air ducts and metal ceiling sculpture, along with an attractive false truss dividers and “found art” add design interest. The lounge fireplace and sweeping view windows overlooking the waterfront are focal points.
  
• Tony P’s Dockside Grill - 4445 Admiralty Way Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 (310) 823-4534 Map - (taken from citysearch.com) Causal Marina del Rey eatery ideal for dockside drinks, sports coverage and nautical noshes.
  

Fitness/Health Clubs

• Gold’s Gym - 358 Hampton Dr Venice, CA 90291 (310) 392-6004 Map -



• World Gym Fitness Center - 3205 Washington Blvd Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 (310) 827-8019 Map -



• 24 Hour Fitness - 2929 31st St Santa Monica, CA 90405 (310) 450-4464 Map -

So, who else is coming to the first ever BodySpace Meet and Greet at the Iron Man only a few weeks away? Cover girl and fitness model Cara Basso will be there. Cara was the girl on all of the banners for the Iron Man and FitExpo last year. She was also was on the cover of this issue of Iron Man Magazine and has appeared in many others.

I was lucky enough to shoot with Cara at Venice Beach last year and you will see her in upcoming BodyBuilding.com ads. So come on by and meet Cara, you will be happy you did. Get your tickets really cheap right here on BodyBuilding.com. See you there!

Have you heard the buzz?  Join us for the first-ever Gold Room BodySpace Meet & Greet Party at the 2007 Iron Man Pro in Los Angeles, California!!

Mix and mingle with the Bodybuilding.com BodySpace community.  Hosted bar and appetizers will be served before and during the show!

Date: Saturday, February 17, 2007

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. PST

Location: Loge Section, Pasadena Civic Auditorium, 300 E Green St, Pasadena, California, USA

Cost: $20.00 USD (also includes a Bodybuilding.com Privileged Special Entry ticket to Iron Man Pro Finals, general admission ticket to The Fit Expo on Saturday, and Entrance to Hosted Bar, & Free Appetizers!)

Door Prize: Win $100 Contest Prize for the Sexiest Dressed Male, Female, and Couple!

Who’s Going To Be There?  Come party with INBF Figure Competitor, Jamie Eason; Fitness Model, Christina Lindley; and IFBB Masters World Champion, Bob Cicherillo; among others!

For More Details And To Order Tickets, Visit:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/bodyspaceparty.htm