The prejudging has ended and the top three will be Amy Fry, Nicole Wilkins and Teresa Anthony. It most likely be in that order. They are all three great but I am most impressed with the pro debut of Ms. Anthony. She will most likely qualify for the Olympia her first time out. Very impressive showing. Nicole and Amy are both beautiful. The tall girls ruled this morning. The remaining top five are a toss up but it looks like Shannon Meteraud and Heather Mae French will get the nod. Huong Arcinas looked great despite being the shortest competitor on stage. Heather Green should place in the top ten as well as Catherine Andersen. I’ll report more later when back to the hotel. The ladies all came in softer and definitely listened to the mandate. Check out the photos on flexonline.com later.
Rachel recently competed in the NPC Northern Colorado and won her class. That was her first show and she looked amazing. So much so that I knew I had to shoot with her as she has “the look”. We met up at Colorado Pro Gym, which (as you read here) is run by Dylan and Heather Armbrust. They are cleaning the gym up and making it look incredible. It has some of the best lighting for gym shoots and today was no exception.
Rachel demonstrating a few exercises in the gym.
Today, I asked Rachel what she does for cardio and she said, “I chase tumble weeds in Wyoming. Those lil’ fauckers are fast.” Not only is she a fresh face to watch in the coming months but she also has a witty personality. This 25-year old rising star works full-time in pharmaceutical sales. You’ll be seeing a lot more of her around and don’t be surprised if you see her in a few magazines.
Rachel showing off her killer physique on a warm Denver day.
Lindsey Szvetits will be one to watch this year. Stay tuned…
Lindsey Szvetits will be revealing much more in ‘08.
“Fresh Faces” is a new segment we’re starting on HARDBODY.com in the new year. I’m kicking this one off a little early but she is worthy off mention long before now. Fresh Faces will focus on the women who are not only have tremendous potential in their physiques but also in their attitude and marketability.
Catherine Andersen the day after turning pro in Las Vegas.My first choice for Fresh Faces is IFBB Figure Pro, Catherine Andersen. Catherine is one of my favorite competitors of the year for a number of reasons. I had the chance to meet Catherine at the 2007 NPC USAs, where she won the Figure Class E as well as the overall figure title. She has an incredible physique but what was really refreshing about Catherine was her personality. She is a very positive, upbeat and funny woman to be around. She is exactly the type of woman that represents the IFBB to its best. A thoughtful, well-spoken, articulate competitor with a personality… wow what a concept! If you are a company owner, Catherine Andersen is the woman you want as your spokesperson.
Catherine getting a few tips from one of the industry’s best,
Lonnie “The Swami” Teper. PS - Catherine, The Swami is
still waiting for that game of HORSE.
Catherine sharing a laugh with NPC photographer JM Manion
and men’s overall winner, Ben White, during a photo shoot.There is a strong possibility you will see Catherine make her IFBB pro debut at the Arnold Classic. The lists have not been released yet but I’d be shocked not to see her in the mix. Catherine has a new web site that shares more about her and her background. If you’re a female in the Wisconsin area check out her women only boot camps. Stop by catherineandersen.com and tell her HARDBODY.com sent ya. Make sure you spell her last name as “ANDERSEN” not “ANDERSON”.
