John Sherman Clssic Results

Contest results and scoresheets are now available.

1st Annual Figure/Fitness Symposium Outline

Greetings All,

Below is a brief outline of the events to take place this coming Sunday morning at our 1st Annual Figure/Fitness Symposium.

I. Welcome

II. Introduction of Speakers and Judges

III. Fitness

• What does it take to compete?


• Gymnastics not required


• Physique


• Muscle tone (not excessive), with shapely lines, overall firmness.


• Healthy appearance


• Make-up


• Routine


• Strength – 6 required moves – Degree of difficulty in executing moves, creativity in performing strength moves. Moves are:
  
  
  
  • One Arm Push-up
  
  
  • Straddle hold
  
  
  • Leg Extension
  
  
  • Full Split-Front
  
  
  • High Kick
  
  
  • Full-Spilt Side
  
  
  
  


• Flexibility


• Number of flexible moves


• Degree of difficulty in executing movements


• Creativity


• Tempo of routine


• Presentation


• Charisma

IV. Figure

• Two rounds ; (1) 1 piece and (2) 2 piece --- 1 piece for finals


• Judging Criteria
  
  
  
  • Body shape – rounded muscles, aesthetically pleasing physique.
    Condition of the skin and skin tone…NATURAL LOOK. Pose and confidence.
  
  
  • Symmetry – balance of muscle; harmony and proportion of physique. Equal ratio of torso to leg length, shoulders to hips etc. harmony should also include upper and lower body development. Physique should will be assessed as to its level of overall muscle tone, achieved through athletic endeavors.
  
  
  • Muscle tone – muscle groups should have a round and firm appearance with a small amount of body fat. Separations between muscle groups but know striations. The key word is a “physically fit” look. Muscle tone also means the absence of excessive fat and water with a sense of overall body hardness.
  
  
  
  


• Stage presence


• Appearance – flow between hair, make-up, suit design and color.


• Charisma / Professionalism


• Posing – Do’s and Don’ts

V. Photographers

VI. Athlete Demeanor

After the presentation we will break into groups and begin individual discussions with our fine group of trainers, posing coaches, chorographers, make-up artist, tanning specialist, health and fitness educators and motivators, nutritionist and individual critique by judges.

We are starting at 10:00 am to allow those of you traveling from out of town time to arrive. We have had ladies from as far south as Brownsville and as far to the north as Wichita Falls contacting us regarding this event. Again, you need not compete to attend this is open to all who want to find out more about our sport and identify the resources necessary to compete.

Train hard and demonstrate sportsmanship always,

Lee Thompson

N.P.C . Texas District Chairman/IFBB Judge

October 18 Update

Greetings All,

The first annual Figure/Fitness Symposium is right around the corner. We are getting many call for ladies inquiring as to whether this is open to non-Sherman Classic competitor. The answer is yes, the symposium is open to anyone hoping to learn more about figure/fitness, identify resources to assist with competition and to have one-on-one critiques with judges.

This week, 2-Time Ms. Fitness Olympia Adela Garcia has announced she will be at the symposium to discuss fitness. Also Elizabeth Dwelle will have a booth for her jewelry. She is the preeminent jewelry designer for fitness and figure competitors with clients including Figure Olympia champion Jenny Lynn, Monica Brant, Jane Awaad, Michelle Adams, and many more.

This is an event not to be missed. For more information, please do not hesitate to contact me at lee@npctexas.org.

Train hard and demonstrate sportsmanship always!

--
Lee Thompson
N.P.C . Texas District Chairman/IFBB Judge

Gateway Classic Pictures

Pictures from the 2006 NPC Gateway Classic are now available.

October 13 Update

Greetings All,

The Gateway Classic held the past weekend in Laredo offered some of the best physiques witnessed on stage this year. Judging this contest was extremely difficult as every competitor in every class came in ready to compete for the top spot. Congratulations to our promoters Tony and Bernadette for gathering such great competitors. Fans were not only treated to great competition, but Frank “Tiny” Roberson, Tanji Johnson, Jennifer Becerra and LeeAnn Thompson gave the fans performances to remember.

Up next is the John Sherman Classic. This contest promises to be deliver quality and quantity. Consistence are feverishly sending in applications and NPC card applications.

In line with the John Sherman Classic will be N.P.C. Texas’ 1st Annual Figure/Fitness Symposium. Some of our vendors are Mrs. Stephanie Dodd of Arbonne International, Dr. Mark Stibich of Healthpeak.net specializing in Achieving your peak success, Amy Peters, Personal Trainer/Posing Coach, A-Team Fitness Personal Training, Gene Carangal, Photography, Jennifer Becerra/Tracy Wilson, Fitness Training and Chorography and Mary Hobbs, Tanning/Training Services. We have 4 more spaces available, if you are interested please contact me at lee@npctexas.org. Those planning on attending the cost is $25.00/person. Don’t forget to bring those contest photographs as you will have one-on-one time with professional N.P.C. Judges.

Train hard and demonstrate sportsmanship always,

--
Lee Thompson
N.P.C . Texas District Chairman/IFBB Judge

Gateway Classic Results

Contest results and scoresheets are now available.

Heart of Texas Pics

Pictures from prejudging and finals are now available.

October 3 Update

Greetings,

Wow, what a weekend. Great competition at the Heart of Texas and at the Olympia in Las Vegas.

Reports from our judges and staff regarding the Heart of Texas were very positive. They reported the competition was tough. Many great physiques in incredible condition found there way to the stage. I thank each of you for competing and for coming out to support the Heart of Texas and N.P.C. Texas.

While I missed the excitement at home, I did witness history in Las Vegas. For the first time in history we crowned four new champions and for the first time in 22 years the title of Mr. Olympia was lost on stage. It was truly an incredible weekend. More than 7,000 fans attended this gala event. I want to special recognition all the Texas Pro's who competed. My hat goes
off to each of you. One person that I would like to single out is Betty Pariso for placing 6th at 51! This is an incredible feat. You go girl!

Next up we have the Gateway Classic in Laredo. I spoke with Tony and Bernadette earlier today. They are excited and believe that this show will be bigger than their first year.

The John Sherman Classic is right around the corner, October 28th, 2006. The event will be held at the Reliant Center Event Area "E." This will be a contest not to be missed. On Sunday morning we will have the 1st Annual Figure/Fitness Symposium entry is only $25.

I look forward to seeing many of you in the coming weeks.

Train hard and demonstrate sportsmanship always.
--
Lee Thompson
N.P.C . Texas District Chairman/IFBB Judge

2006 Heart Of Texas Results

Contest results for the 2006 NPC Heart of Texas Bodybuilding, Fitness and Figure Championships are now available. Scoresheets and contest pics will be online soon...