Upon Further Review
It happens all the time in this subjective world of competing… someone is unhappy. There’s always something you can find fault in and pick apart. While I try to keep this site positive, there are times when I write MY OPINION and it’s not all roses. It is never, ever anything personal when I make predictions, write reviews or share MY OPINIONS. This past weekend I had more than one person upset with me over things written here on hardbody. I gotta say hey, thanks for reading the site.
I find it amusing that when I make a prediction and have XYZ competitor in first then I am expert and I know what I am talking about. When I have them not winning and in a less than stellar position then I have my head up my ass and I’m clueless. Errkay. Roger. Copy That. Got it. So pick you or your girlfriend, or your wife in nothing but first. Cool. Actually not cool at all. If you disagree with me fine, you’re entitled to your opinion as I am mine. Getting angry, aggressive and threatening over what I write solves nothing. I’m happy to discuss my opinions in a civilized manner but don’t threaten to kick my ass over what I write. You only look like an idiot. Ladies, if your boyfriends, husbands or family are upset at times in your placings or what others say… it’s understandable. They love and care for you but it doesn’t help you or them by going off on people in the media. Dudes reading this who happen to be dating, married or involved with a competitor do yourself a favor and not be a d-bag to judges, media and people in the industry. I saw it happen several times this weekend to not only me but also others in the industry.
Another topic to review is the level of insecurity in this industry. Yes, we all have our insecurities and it is part of life. How we deal with those insecurities is a different story. I saw and heard on more than one occasion women talk about their boyfriend or husband getting jealous and upset at them talking too much to one guy, or taking pictures with someone or being “too flirty” with people at a booth. If you’re a dude who can’t deal with being with a fit, attractive woman then either get a grip or get out. Trying to control the person you are supposed to love is not a good way to foster a relationship. Women, if the guy you are with is questioning you constantly on who you’re talking to or why you have pictures with so and so and why you were too smiley at a booth you need to keep him in check. It’s not okay for a guy to blow a gasket and leave you at the expo because he was unhappy over you taking photos with fans. It’s not ok for him to make a scene at a nightclub over you talking to a guy. It’s not ok for him to flip out over photos of you with someone at a booth. It’s not ok for him to threaten people based on predictions or reviews. Yes, there are always three sides to a story. His, yours and the truth somewhere in there.
The fitness industry has a great deal to offer and I’m happy to be part of it. Like anything in life you have to take the bad with the good. My hope is that people can chill out and enjoy the industry. It’s too short to be bitter, jealous, insecure and pissed off.
I so know the feeling! When you put competitor X winning, you are a true expert with lots of experience and eye on physiques. Then when u have her outside of TOP or have something not-so-superior to say about, you dont have a clue what figure/fitness/FBB is all about or you ignore her because she did not do that or that or that for/with u … annoying!
I gotta say I agree with this article a 100%.
Nicely said Isaac sorry you had to go through or witness this type of stuff.
I appreciate honesty even if I am not in your top predictions. I hope you do not stop writing how you see things.
Love the site – keep everything the same.
Kathleen
Hey it comes with the territory. Not going to please everyone but there is a time and a place for everything. When I am out of line and get called on it I own up to it. Again, it is just my opinion and take it with a grain of salt or packet of splenda.
Kathleen you are funny. Good luck in your competition. I won’t stop writing how I see things and will always provide my two cents. I’m sure it won’t be the last time I upset someone or some bf/husband/family member gets pissed. It happens to judges, writers, photographers and others in the biz.
Thanks for the comments and those of you have emailed and txted me about this as well.
I totally agree! I visit you site frequently and respect your insight. Keep doing your thang! : )
I regularly read and visit this site simply because you come across as honest while still managing to steer clear of insults. I find rah-rahing just as offensive as I do person slams.
You and AnneP are a dying breed in this industry. Everyone seems either out to cut down another in order to make themselves appear that much greater, or out to kiss up to anyone they think might further their career.
Leave the haters behind and just keep speaking your mind. Siouxcountry has suffered in quality since AnneP started sensoring herself – please don’t let the same thing happen to HB!
Just show love to the haters. There is a definite love/need for drama…it is like a drug for most people. Issac, totally agree with you! How many times do your articles say- “its nothing personal peeps”. Competitors need to be happy with what they see in the mirror and reflect on that as this is a subjective sport.
I am only chiming in to second Charmayne and others. I love your 2 cents! You cannot please every one but you do please the masses.
I am only chiming in to second Charmayne and others. I love your 2 cents! You cannot please every one but you do please the masses by keeping it real. Thanks Issac!
At least you didn’t get axed from “The Experts” for a rapper!
WOW…..
First I can’t even believe that you had to go through that. I find it funny how you always state that this is YOUR opinion and people still take it over the top.
Second PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE don’t stop writing how YOU see things. I value your honesty and it’s nice to hear it from someone like you!
Thanks for your hard work on this site. It’s amazing!
Well said Isaac!!!!!
Isaac, keep doing what you do best.
My friends & I love your site because you keep it real & don’t blow smoke up anyone’s ass
Just remember…”opinions are like assholes…there’s no two alike”…LOL!
Preach it, Issac! PREACH!!
This is what needed to be said. We haven’t met (yet), but you and I both know we’ve disagreed on a few placings here and there (yep, I haven’t forgot the 2008 Figure I prediction incident. HEHE!
), but if I can say one thing is that I’ve ALWAYS respected your opinion, regardless of whether I agree with it or not, as that’s not relevant. You say it like it is, you hold nothing back, and you don’t sugarcoat anything. I respect people like that.
Keep doing your thing, man. We’ve got your back!
Keep doing what you;re doing Isaac. Love YOU and love the SITE
Rose x
so true…glad I’m an artist and not a writer so people leave me alone LOL
C
Agreed…I am newbie competitor this year and your site Isaac has/ and will be informing to me. Also there are politics in everything; life, and more apparent in mainstream industries where there is more $$$, power and fame.
KEEP IT UP GOOD WORK!!! BEYAHH!
It’s funny how you wrote about the husbands/boyfriends being jealous. I was just having this discussion with my brother a couple days ago and he said he’d never let his wife compete cause he wouldn’t want guys oogling her. Lucky for me, my husband is secure and would back me 100% if I ever enter into the fitness competition arena.
ah the days when I used to be just an artist. Makes me kinda miss them but then again I still got some slack for posting a bad photo or not enough photos or why did you use that image? LOL!
Wow Isaac, I too am sorry this happened to you! I like the fact that this website does allow opinions, I respect what you have to say along with the others that follow this site. These competitors should realize in order to keep in this business thick skin is needed and being very secure in your marriage is needed as well if you don’t have these two then maybe they should take a step back! This is a sport PLAY HARD OR GO HOME!!!
I’m not looking for anyone to feel sorry for me. I’m sure it won’t be the last time it happens.
I posted this in hopes it raises awareness with competitors and those close to them. It’s subjective, we’re all entitled to opinions and at the end of the day going off half cocked and getting upset serves no purpose.
You are absolutely right!! If a man is getting jealous and controlling, it only get worse from there!!!
Isaac,
Well said. Keep doing what you’re doing. You bring a lot of great attention to the sport and your eye is clearly very sharp… even if it isn’t always looking where these certain individuals would like it.
One thing I would suggest… explain why you think competitors 123 will place where they will. I think if you supported your spot-on predictions with your reasoning, people would be less likely to feel the decisions are political. Perhaps they would even have some good advice to improve their own standings!
You do a great service for our sport ! I love what you do and how you do it! Keep it up…. Jealous,insecure…..Do us all a favor….STAY HOME !
Well said “I”.
Been in those shoes… not a good situation! I know what u mean!