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

Ms. Olympia - Iris Kyle

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.

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.

Jen Flying high at the Olympia.

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

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

Jen Hendershott - 2008 Ms. Fitness Olympia

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

Jen Gates & others in One Piece Round.

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

Jenn Gates is number one in IFBB figure.

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.

Paola Almerico featured in the newest Flex magazine.

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.

Desha and Sonia put up their dukes.

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.

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

Defending Champ looks to retain her crown this weekend.

Nicole Wilkins will debut on the Olympia stage in Figure.

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

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…

Mary Lado looks to be in winning shape.

Gina looking to knock out the champ this week.

Felicia has sights on continuing her win streak.

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

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.

Nicole Wilkins sunning it up. Photo By Terry Goodlad.

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.

A look at the shoot setup.

Pauline gets her makeup touched up.

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

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

AC Champ - Jenn Gates

Figure Photos

Master’s Figure Photos

Female Bodybuilding Photos

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.

Gina Aliotti sunning it up.

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.

Julie Lohre two weeks out.

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.

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!”

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.

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?

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.

Nicole and Kim represent’n.

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.

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