k-chzzle’s BodyBlog

Wow!!!!!

 God is Awesome.  The Maximum Fitness  leaders: Mr. Robert Kennedy, Michael DeMedeiros, Derek Hounsell, Jerry Kindela, and assistant Michelle were awesome.  With Jason Breeze’s artistry and the keen eyes of Micheal and Derek, Obi Obidike and I had a great shoot and experience at the Robert Kennedy Publishing Headquarters.  It was great to be treated like people and not props for a particular outcome.  Furthermore, time was maximized, no pun intented, and the team had a vision.  Meeting other people around the offices that make Robert Kennedy Publishing successful was an addiditonal bonus.  What’s up Mr. Bill Geiger!!!  It was nice to see people working ourt during their breaks and truly living a healthy and fit lifestyle.  Our lunch break was great.  Kevin Detto joined the party and show his array of sports knowledge and since of humor which added to an already comical atmosphere.  I hope you all enjoy the product of ther teams hardwork and diligence when you purchase Maximum Fitness mags that feature Obi and I sometime after October. 

The day before this shoot, Diana and I shot with Joel Roberts for a cover attempt for Inside Fitness.  Despite the fact that Joel thought we were downtown, twenty minutes from his house when in reality we were 40 and I paid for the cab, it was a lot of fun.  and by the way, he drove us back….lol.  Eventhough we did not plan our warddrobe, Diana and I had three outfits that worked well together.  Our chemistry was great.  Of course, she is Diana:-)  Joel was very pleased and we hope our time together will lead to a cover!!!  Thanks again Terry Frendo!!!

Finally, Thanks again Paul Dillett!!!  We need to be able to watch the show next year, pre-judging should be swim-suit………..lol  Great Show and everyone needs to be there next year!!!

The WBFF show was great!  Congratulations to my man Michael McFarlen who repeated as the WBFF Fitness Model Champion.    I took second place to a classy individual.  Mike was the defending champ and improved on his appearance from last year.  That fact was too much for me to overcome:-)  Obi, a top contender for every competition, missed the pre-judging segment but still wowed the crowd with his appearance in the swimsuit round.  I would like to thank Paul Dillet for being instrumental in me booking a second photoshoot with Maximum Fitness and putting on a great show.    

I have been thinking about competitive shows and I grew a stronger appreciation for bodybuilding.com in the process.  Let me explain.  Many people post candid pics without photoshop.  You get to see there bodies in an honest light.  I think competitions should incorporate this aspect.  Personally, I am tired of people getting hyped attention for super-enhanced photos that include cuts, more abs than a person can buy, and the like.  Do not get me wrong!  Yes, I have edited shots also.  However, I also have candids and you can see that the 8-10 pack is THE TRUTH.  To make judging more objective, consistent, and reduce the star power influence I would like to see a bodypart comparison of competitiors via powerpoint, from one camera, same angles, without editing, with the same body tan….chosen by the competitors as a portion of the comp at the comp.  This would also include symmetry comparisons and an explanation of what the judges are looking for and why they select one over another.

Let me know what you think? Upgrade my idea:-)  

I would also like to give Terry Frendo props for giving Diana Chaloux-Oh Yeah WBFF Figure Champion and 3rd place Fitness Model-and me a cover try with Joel Roberts.

I look forward to sharing my experiences with these photoshoots.  God is Awesome!!! 

Get Ready For FAME North American Championships In Miami Oct 31, Nov 1 and Nov 2.  It is going to be a great show!!!