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Ms. Olympia photos profiled

isaac | IFBB shows, photos, Olympia | Friday, 03 October 2008

Individual shots of the Ms. Olympia competitors are featured on IFBBpro.com.

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Ms. Olympia - Iris Kyle

2008 Fitness Olympia Routine Photos

isaac | IFBB shows, photos, fitness photography, Olympia | Thursday, 02 October 2008

The fitness routines are always the most challenging and enjoyable to shoot. The Olympia presents a challenge when shooting the routines. The press pit is at a bit of a distance, which isn’t a huge issue until the routines go to the floor. The seasoned vets to this stage know to move to the front of the stage, where the best light is. The routines that get the most photographic coverage are those that are not on the ground and towards the front of the stage. The stage is elevated and when the routines are performed on the ground the photographers can only see the top of the competitor’s heads. That’s while you’ll see some routines have more images than others.

My favorite shot of the weekend is the one of Tanji Johnson in mid-air. Sometimes shots are perfectly framed and you’re able to capture the movement at the right time. It doesn’t happen often but these are the times that make photographing fun.

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Tanji Johnson mid-flight at the Olympia.

Olympia champ, Jen Hendershott is also fun to shoot as she flies so high, she’s often out of the frame. As you shoot the competitors more, you learn who does what and how high they fly.

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Jen Flying high at the Olympia.

Check out all the fitness routine photos on bodybuilding.com.

Olympia Fitness Photos from the Lense of JM Manion

isaac | IFBB shows, photos, Olympia | Wednesday, 01 October 2008

Check out the one and two piece photos on IFBBpro.com. J.M. Manion delivers photos from the Olympia prejudging.

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Jen Hendershott - 2008 Ms. Fitness Olympia

Olympia Figure Photos - One & Two Piece

isaac | IFBB shows, photos, Olympia | Tuesday, 30 September 2008

IFBBpro.com has posted individual shots of the figure competitors. The shots come via JM Manion for both rounds.

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Jen Gates & others in One Piece Round.
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Gates & others in two piece round.

Backstage at the Olympia

isaac | IFBB shows, Industry News, photos | Tuesday, 30 September 2008

Bodybuilding.com takes you backstage at the Olympia. Check out some of the photos from Behind the Scenes at the O.

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Jenn Gates is number one in IFBB figure.

Olympia Competitor Paola Almerico - Newest FLEX Bodyshop Profile

isaac | Industry News, misc, photos, Olympics | Tuesday, 23 September 2008

The newest issue of FLEX magazine features IFBB Figure Pro Paola Almerico on the cover as well as the Bodyshop Profile. Paola is set to make her Olympia debut this weekend. Congrats to Paola on the feature and the hot photos shot by Terry Goodlad. Fans can meet Paola at the Meet the Olympians on Thursday night.

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Paola Almerico featured in the newest Flex magazine.

It’s about to be a Girl Fight!

isaac | misc, photos, Olympia | Tuesday, 23 September 2008

Ron Avidan caught Desha Rodriquez and Sonia Adcock battling over who’s pink phone was the coolest. No word on who won the throwdown but you can see both of them at the GNC booth this weekend.

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Desha and Sonia put up their dukes.

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Desha tries a leg kick on Sonia.

Olympia Competitor Preview Photos Part 2

isaac | IFBB shows, misc, photos, Olympia | Tuesday, 23 September 2008

Yesterday you got a look at some a couple of the competitors in this weekend’s contest. Today you get a few more. Props go to JM Manion for the pics.

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Kristal Richardson makes her way to the Olympia for the first time.

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Defending Champ looks to retain her crown this weekend.

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Nicole Wilkins will debut on the Olympia stage in Figure.

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Kim showing the body that will most likely win the physique rounds.

Hardbody Exclusive - Pre-Olympia Photos Part 1

isaac | IFBB shows, misc, photos, Olympia | Monday, 22 September 2008

A number of Olympia competitors have stopped by JM Manion’s studio for photo shoots. Here’s a sneak peak at some of the competitors you’ll see onstage this weekend. Check back tomorrow for more photos of other competitors…

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Mary Lado looks to be in winning shape.

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Gina looking to knock out the champ this week.

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Felicia has sights on continuing her win streak.

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Sonia’s exotic looks and new look proving to suit her well.

There will be more photos posted here tomorrow.

Nicole Wilkins Featured Gallery

isaac | photos, Olympia | Saturday, 20 September 2008

Check out some of the sizzling shots of IFBB Pro Nicole Wilkins. One of the best in the fitness photography biz, Terry Goodlad, has posted a few photos of the young super star on bodysport.com. Nicole will be heading into her first Olympia next week. She’s competing in the loaded figure division. Personally, I’d like to see in the fitness portion of the show as I think she has the makings of being one of the next super stars. I’ll catch up with her more next week and get the inside scoop on her future plans.

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Nicole Wilkins sunning it up. Photo By Terry Goodlad.

Behind The Scenes on Pauline Nordin Photo Shoot

isaac | photo shoot, photos, behind the scenes | Friday, 19 September 2008

One of the top photographers in the fitness business today, Pavel Ythjall, provided us with these exclusive photos. Take a look Behind the Scenes with Flexonline at the Pauline Nordin “The Girls Are Back” photo shoot. The photos are a new feature in the current issue of FLEX Magazine, October 2008.

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A look at the shoot setup.
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Pauline gets her makeup touched up.

Check out more behind the scene photos from Pavel’s shoots on his website.

More Atlantic City Photos…

isaac | IFBB shows, photos, Atlantic City | Friday, 19 September 2008

There are a few more photos posted on IFBBpro.com.

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AC Champ - Jenn Gates

Figure Photos

Master’s Figure Photos

Female Bodybuilding Photos

Gina Aliotti Wallpaper of the Week

isaac | misc, photos | Friday, 19 September 2008

Fans of IFBB Figure Pro Gina Aliotti can now put her on their desktops. Gina is this week’s bodybuilding.com’s Wallpaper of the week. Gina will be defending her Tournament of Champions title this weekend.

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Gina Aliotti sunning it up.

Julie Lohre’s Preview Photos & Olympia Update

isaac | IFBB shows, interviews, misc, photos, Olympia | Wednesday, 17 September 2008

IFBB Fitness star Julie Lohre checked in and shared a few photos days out from the Olympia. The photos below are from two weeks out. As you can see Julie will be in shape for the Fitness showdown.

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Julie Lohre two weeks out.

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Julie’s ready to rock two weeks out.

Julie has has some time off since last competing in the Arnold and will be bringing a new routine to the Olympia stage. She’s been keeping plenty busy by holding posing clinics and mock competitions. The photos below are from one of these clinics, which also include outdoor workouts. Julie tells me the camp had nearly 20 women in the last one.

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Julie keeps a watchful eye on the group.

I asked Julie how she was feeling and she shared, “I am really feeling good about the Olympia and am in better condition (bodycomp/leaness) now than I was the day of the Arnold and 2 lbs heavier. It looks like the heavy back & leg training I did in the off season worked. My routines are ready and they will be harder than anything I have done before. I have to say, I am really looking forward to this show!”

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Julie fine tunes things before heading to Vegas.

Good Luck Julie and we’ll be ready for the new routines. Look for Julie to be a contender for the top spot next week in Vegas.

Atlantic City Fitness Photos

isaac | IFBB shows, photos, Atlantic City | Tuesday, 16 September 2008

Check out the fitness physiques from the Atlantic City Pro show on IFBBpro.com. Greenwood notched another win and made it three in a row… Can she continue her winning ways next week in Vegas?

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Nicole Rollolazo and Kim Lyons on Dr. Phil

isaac | gossip, misc, photos | Saturday, 13 September 2008

Nicole has posted some Behind The Scenes photos from the Dr. Phil show. Joining her on the show is NBC’s Biggest Loser trainer and fellow IFBB Pro, Kim Lyons. You’ll be hearing/seeing more of Kim in the coming weeks. Check the photos on GETBIG.com’s Message Board.

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Nicole and Kim represent’n.

IFBB Pro Pauline Nordin featured in new FLEX magazine

isaac | News, misc, photos, fitness photography, mag watch | Wednesday, 10 September 2008

Props to FLEX magazine for getting the women back in print. The feature is called, “The Girls Are Back” and back they are. The new magazine has Silvio Samuel on the cover and should be hitting the shelves now. The photos is the new issue are bad ass and Pauline looks awesome. I’m digging these photos and this direction in the mag.

What do you think?

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Pauline Nordin in the newest FLEX magazine.

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Awesome shots of Pauline Nordin.

New York Pro Two Piece Photos

isaac | IFBB shows, photos, New York Pro | Tuesday, 09 September 2008

The two piece round from the New York Pro is featured on IFBBpro.com. Check out the photos from each competitor in the figure division.

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Two-Piece Round in NYC

New York Pro Figure - Once Piece Photos

isaac | IFBB shows, photos, New York Pro | Monday, 08 September 2008

Photos from the New York Pro Figure are posted on IFBBpro.com. Thanks to Tony Blinn for continuing to support the women’s side of things.

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Ziville wins in New York.

Heather Armbrust - 3.5 Weeks Out

isaac | IFBB shows, photos, Olympia | Friday, 05 September 2008

Earlier this week, I caught up with Heather Armbrust 3.5 weeks out from the Ms. Olympia competition. Check out some of the photos on FLEXonline.com. Look for her shoulders & back training video on bodybuilding.com in a few days…

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Heather 3.5 weeks out from the Olympia.

Teresa Anthony in newest FLEX magazine

isaac | Industry News, misc, photos | Wednesday, 27 August 2008

Pick up the new issue of FLEX magazine with Jay Cutler & Dexter Jackson on the cover. The issue has a feature on IFBB Figure Pro Teresa Anthony. The photo that ran was taken at the Pittsburgh Pro Figure show where she qualified for the Olympia. Props to FLEX for featuring the women more this year.

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Teresa Anthony featured in the newest FLEX magazine.

Europa Figure Photos

isaac | IFBB shows, photos, Europa | Wednesday, 27 August 2008

Individual photos of each competitor are featured on the homepage of IFBBpro.com. The ladies continue to be featured on the site and thanks to Mr. Ben Weider and Tony Blinn for their continued efforts online.

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Bernadette shines at the top.

Monique Minton on your desktop

isaac | Industry News, misc, photos | Wednesday, 27 August 2008

You may recognize this image as it was posted on here a few weeks ago. NPC competitor, Monique Minton is one week out from returning to the stage in hopes of nabbing a pro card. She finished third at the NPC USA Figure Championships last month behind Rachel Cammon and Alicia Marie. Can MoMo find victory in the Big Apple? Highly possible considering the top two in each class will achieve IFBB pro status. Fans of the Texas beauty can visit Bodybuilding.com where she is featured as the “Wallpaper of the Week.”

Props to my man Grif at Bodybuilding.com for doing a great job with the image.

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Monique Minton has her sights set on New York next.

Ruth Silverman showing Hardbody some love

isaac | Industry News, misc, photos | Tuesday, 26 August 2008

I like to bust Ruth Silverman’s chops about a number of things. She usually turns and walks away or tells me to shut up. It’s all in good fun.

Ruth has covered the women’s side of the industry for a number of years for IRONMAN Magazine and before that she worked with other publications. The new issue of IRONMAN magazine (October 2008 - with Eric Broser on the cover) arrived in my mailbox yesterday. I alway flip towards the back to check on Lonnie Teper and Ruth’s columns. Ruth showed not only some of the ladies you’ve seen featured on hardbody.com some love but also a mention to yours truly. Props to Ruth for running the photo of Lenay Hernandez and giving this rising star some ink.

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Opening page of Ruth’s IRONMAN column.

Europa Fitness Photos

isaac | IFBB shows, photos, Europa | Monday, 25 August 2008

Some individual shots of each fitness competitor are on IFBBpro.com. Thanks to Tony Blinn for the continued coverage of the females in the industry.

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