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JANUARY 2012

“UNCHAINED” KEVIN OFURUM UPDATE WITH MICHELLE BRENT CHAMPIONS ARTICLE MARC ANDRADE PLUS: PLUS: WELCOME JILLIAN REVILLE POSE DOWN’S NEW COLUMN WRITERMARCH JUNE 2012 2012

JULY 2012

Hello Readers: The Central Texas Showdown was a complete success. Bob and I are planning next years ventures with a few surprise annoucements. Stay tuned to Pose Down once we finalize our plans.

I have the distinct pleasure of revisting with a friend of mine in this issue Nancy Di Nino. Please read her updated news and ventures.

HALL OF FAME TEXAS METRO FLEX FT WORTH TX

OCTOBER 20, 2012 COPYRIGHT

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Cover Picture: Kevin Ofurum Cover Page Photo Stephen

by DanFrazier Ray Ray Rojas Editor In Chief : Bob Johnson Editorial /Director/Designer: Laura Johnson Publication Interest: Aaron Fletcher Photographers: Dan Ray Contributing Column Writers Michael Bell Jack Duncan Prince Fontenot

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JCW FITNESS CALL BOB JOHNSON 972-822-7965

METRO FLEX GYM FT WORTH

It gives me great pleasure to let all of our readers that might not know yet that our athlete from the July 2009 CHAMPIONS column is finally a pro. Michelle Brent has been battling in the amateur ranks a very long time trying to fulfill her dream of turn pro. That dream came to reality at last months Team Universe where she won the over 45 masters class. I visited with her for a few minutes after her win.

PD: First of all Michelle, a huge congratulations to you! So how does it feel to be a pro after 20+ years of trying?

MB: Oh My Michael, it’s actually 26 years! And it feels GREAT! My motto from years ago was “Never Give Up” and I almost did a few times, but the athlete in me kept on pushing forward!

PD: What are plans for the rest of the year?

MB: I want to do the Tampa Pro which is only 4 weeks away. The Team Universe was a different prep and I want to see how my body looks in another week and then make my decision. I waited this long to turn pro, I’m sure I will jump right in!

PD: Do you feel this is your best package you have brought to the stage?

MB: I really need to be honest here and say NO, I actually didn’t know what they were looking for, and according to last years winners, I went with a smaller smoother look (for me). I feel when I won my classes at the North American in the 35 and over and the open in 2010, that was a good package, which I hope to bring to Tampa.

Update: IFBB Pro Michelle Brent

By Mike Bell

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PD: What are you most looking forward to now that you’re a pro?

MB: I want to just enjoy the ride and every prep I do from here on out. The last few years were a struggle for me mentally, but I’m so ready to give it my everything after all these years.

PD: I understand you are helping a lot of people with their posing and contest prep. How can people get a hold of you for your services?

MB: Well I still have my protein cookie business, www.michellesmagicmorsels.com, so check that out! But yes, I have recently started to help women especially in the new women’s physique division with routines and mandatories too. I am also starting to work with figure and bikini competitors! I always could move well and always wanted to be a dancer! You can get ahold of me through facebook, twitter or email me at michellesmagicmorsels@yahoo.com. If you want that winning routine, look me up!

PD: Congrats again Michelle! We can’t wait to see you onstage again soon!

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Good Carbohydrates Verses Bad Carbohydrates

By Laura Johnson

What are the differences between good carbs verses bad carbs?

Refined and processed carbohydrates are your bad carbs. They tend to absorb quickly into your body causing your sugar levels to spike therefore forcing your body to turn the extra sugar into fat.

Carbohydrates full of fiber are good for you. They are absorbed gradually into the body without causing the spikes in blood sugar.

After studying specific diets and listening to many dieticians, I have found my own answers by following simple tools: • Read labels • Substitute foods • Ask questions Rice, pasta and white bread are examples of foods that are high in sugar therefore would be considered your bad carbs. Brown rice, oatmeal and whole wheat bread can be considered your good carbs.

The body must have carbohydrates to fuel the body. Which carbohydrates should we consume daily to feed the body in a nutritional way?

Do your homework, read and consult a physician if needed however understand there is an equal balance to the nutrients we put into our body. The right nutrients is your choice.

Please see recipe on the following page. Next month we will discuss more in detail foods that are considered good carbs and bad carbs and whether acid reflux can be caused by carbohydrates.

Ground Turkey with Brown Rice By: Laura Johnson

Ingredients (Makes 4 servings) 1clove garlic 1 onion 1 bell pepper 1/2tsp pepper 1/2tsp garlic salt 16oz All Breast Meat Fresh Ground Turkey 8oz Stewed Tomatoes 2cups brown rice Directions Brown Onion, garlic clove, bell pepper. Add ground turkey and cook through..

Add spices and stewed tomatoes. Simmer. Cook brown rice.

Serve rice with meat mixture and garnish with parsley.

4 Nutritional value based on 1 serving Recipe is for 4 servings

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September 15, 2012

By: Michael Bell DIVISIONS: Men’s Open, Novice and Physique Women’s Open, Novice, Physique, Fitness, Bikini Masters Bodybuilding, Figure, Physique Teen, Wheelchair TICKET INFORMATION: Pre-Judging: General Admission: $20 Finals: Assigned Seating: $35 All seating is reserved.

SHEDULE INFORMATION: Friday, Sept. 14, 7:00pm - Check-in, weigh-in, & meeting at contest hotel (NO LATE WEIGH-INS) Saturday, Sept. 15, 8:00am - Check-in and Pre-judging Saturday, Sept. 15, 5:30pm - Night show check-in, live judging and trophies ABSOLUTELY NO LATE WEIGH-INS WILL BE ALLOWED

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster locations, online at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone 800-745-3000 and at Carver Community Center the day of the show.

ENTRY DEADLINE: ALL entries must be postmarked no later than SEPTEMBER 1 to avoid a $50 late registration fee.

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Jen Cook- Posing & Competition Consulting

By Tye Sheets Pierpont

Jen Cook - Posing & Competition Coach - IFBB Pro Athlete - NPC Texas Judge Jecho Enterprises, Inc. Personal email: jct@jen-cook.com

Location: Metro Flex Mid Cities 1820 Reliance Parkway #100 Bedford, TX 76021 (817) 266-8082 I am a DJ/Music Producer I also offer Music mixes for posing and other events.

Contact Information: jc@jen-cook.com Jen Cook: IFBB Pro Athlete/NPC Texas Judge Texas NPC is a legit and a true Organization. Because of my passion for the competitors.

I’m not Judging this year - I am focusing on keeping our Competitors being the best they can be.

I do not want any type of “Conflict of Interest” or “There’s Politics” type game.

We, NPC Texas, doesn’t play that game.

As a NPC Head Judge (the 2nd FEMALE Head Judge for NPC.... in HISTORY!!!!), I am excited to offer Posing, Competition Prep, and Consultation.

“UNCHAINED” KEVIN OFURUM By: Jack Duncan

Tye Sheets Pierpont

Kevin Ofurum was born in Baltimore Maryland. Ofurum is of Nigerian descent.

He moved to Texas with his family at the age of thirteen. Ofurum is a licensed chiropractor and has been since 2003.

Ofurum has also been an extra in several “B” movies as wells as television shows such as Chase.

Ofurum started training in 1999 where he met a gentleman by the name of Royle Scobey. Scobey talked Ofurum into competing.

With Scobey’s help and guidance, Ofurum began training not only to grow and become stronger but to also train as a competitive bodybuilder. Like all successful bodybuilders, Ofurum trains every body part equally and to total fatigue and than some.

Ofurum said he sticks with conventional exercises however for glutes, Ofurum likes to use the lying leg curl machine. He gets on all fours and places one foot at a time on the leg pad and kicks back. Ofurum’s favorite body parts are back and his shoulders are at a very close second.

Ofurum prefers cable lat pull downs and lateral dumbbell shoulder raises.

Ofurum said his strong points are back, chest and arms. His weaker body parts would be legs and calves, although Ofurum has been steadily bring them up.

By: Jack Duncan

” D E N I M A U H C R U N F “U O IN V KE

Ofurum has a typical diet. Twelve weeks of diet and prep consisting of high protein, moderate carbs and fats.

Ofurum does almost zero cardio in his off season program. He may do 15 miunutes 2 to 3 times a week if he chooses to. This is in order to facilitate his appetite during contest prep.

Ofurum will start with 30 minutes of cardio 3 times a week and as much as 60 minutes a day depending on his weight and conditioning goals.

Ofurm has been competing since 2000 and has competed at the National level since 2008. Ofurum is coming off a huge victory where he won the heavy weight class and overall at the Ronnie Coleman Classic. This re- qualified Ofurum for Nationals.

Ofurum admires the physiques of Kevin Levrone, Flex Wheeler, Shawn Ray and Ronnie Coleman.

Ofurm would like to thank his fiancee and training partner Louis Labarbera.

We would like to thank Ofurum for being part of Pose Down and for taking the time to visit with us. We have no doubts that Ofurum will become an IFBB Pro. With his hard work, dedication, drive and determination, we see nothing but good things in his near future.

“UNCHAINED�

KEVIN OFURUM

2000 - Southwest Natural Classic - Novice Lightweight - 1st - Musclemania - Open Lightweight - 2nd 2001 - Southwest Natural Classic - Open Lightweight - 2nd - Lone Star Classic - Open Lightweight - 1st 2002 - Lone Star Classic - Open Lightweight - 1st - NPC Nationals - Lightweight - 14th 2005 - Ronnie Coleman Classic - Open Lightweight - 1st - NPC USA Championships - Lightweight - 8th 2007 - NGA Musclemania - Middleweight - 1st (earned pro card - never used) 2008 - Ronnie Coleman Classic - Middleweight - 5th (overslept, missed prejudging...lol) - Lone Star Classic - Middleweight - 1st - NPC Jr. Nationals - Middleweight - 5th - NPC Nationals - Welterweight - 3rd 2009 - NPC Nationals - Middleweight - 9th 2010 - NPC USA Championships - Light Heavyweight - 9th - NPC Jr. USA Championships - Light Heavyweight - 2nd 2011 - NPC USA Championships - Middleweight - 6th 2012 - Ronnie Coleman Classic - Heavyweight - 1st & Overall Next tentative planned contest - 2012 NPC Nationals!!!

Posedown Magazine is very proud to welcome Jillian Reville to our Team.

She has been showcased many times in our magazine over the years and has evolved into a top IFBB Professional in the new Womens Physique Division. She will be writing a monthly column discussing everything that goes into being a top competitor in the IFBB. If you have questions for Jillian send them to posedownmagazine@yahoo.com.

JILLIAN REVILLE

My Off Season In the past I viewed the “Off Season” as an annoying process that was pointless because I didn’t need to grow for figure, I needed to shrink.

Last year when I earned my IFBB Pro card in Physique at Jr. Nationals, of course I was thrilled but in the same moments of joy and excitement, a feeling of distress came upon me. I would be forced into what would be the longest off season I had ever had. My usual two to three month “Off Season” all of a sudden felt like time taken for granted when faced with what was an undermined amount of time before the first WP Pro show in 2012.

As time went on, I realized that the daunting “Off Season” was more of a blessing in disguise. I finally had the time to work on the body parts that were lagging, get back to the basics, and train how I wanted. Gone were the days that I needed to train lightly or leave out body parts from my training cycles. It was my time to grow and enjoy training again!

The same feelings of excitement for the “Off Season” dangled in front of me as I entered the final days before the New York Pro in May. Since then, I have taken time off from a rigorous diet and training schedule and allowed myself to enjoy time away from the body building scene. I finally finished my last few courses of my Masters degree. I have spent quality time with my family and friends. Most importantly, my boyfriend and I took our first long vacation that didn’t coincide with a show. After a month and a half of rest and relaxation it’s time to refocus and hit the weights.

Iron Mag Labs took me on as a sponsored athlete in March. Those that know me understand that I would never back up or associate with a company or product that I didn’t believe it. I am proud to say that I am an Iron Mag Labs athlete and excited to represent them in the best way I can. This brings me to where I stand today. I am entering in an 8 week trial of two of their top selling products; Halo for Her and Osta Rx. I will be tracking all of my progress through a video journal with training videos. I will also respond to any questions that people may have about my training or the products.

You can follow me in a few places: Facebook: IFBB Physique Pro JillyRev Twitter: @jillianreville IronMagLabs Journal and Q and A: http://www.ironmagazineforums.com/online-journals/159048-my-firstyear-competing-ifbb-physique-pro-5.html#post2884894 http://www.ironmagazineforums.com/expert-celebrity-q-forum/158936-qifbb-physique-pro-jillian-reville-3.html#post2881795

Tony Bennett aka Mr. Skelator

The evaluation began, Aug. 13th 1974. A boy born, named Tony Bennett was placed upon this realm. No not the singer, but yes the same drive and ambition of a star, that wants that notoriety of being great for his purpose. It started with an uncle of mine introducing me to a hand grip. He told me to squeeze it every day to get strong, but he told me something that stuck with me forever. That I was going to be a man with a lot of muscles like a bodybuilder. Shortly after I fell in love with the Incredible Hulk, Conan, Superman, He-man, and Skelator, all those childhood images that had that look. Fast forwarding to my Jr. stage, I started telling people I was going to be a bodybuilder. Raise in Shreveport ,La. and was thought of as being anemic child that wouldn’t eat. People said I was just dreaming, I knew this dream was going to come true. I begged my mom for a concrete weight set sold at k-mart.

As a single parent with three boys that wasn’t possible. So I traded my game sets for old weights and a bench, in a neighbors back yard, that I was mowing for extra money. That was the start of a new beginning. From the extra money I made, I would use it to buy Joe Weider muscle gainer from a local Albertson store.

I would put all the weights on the bars then duck tape them on because I didn’t have any clamps.

Graduated 93” move to Texas the same year, worked two jobs while going to school, was a challenge. I would buy a gallon of milk everyday at a store called Minyards that I worked at. I would run to work and back home when my shift ended and on breaks for cardio. Taking aminos acids and shakes while training in a shared room, with two of my cousins, I knew I was determine.

Married to the love of my life in 94, was a gift from GOD for my life’s blue print. Saying that any man that wants to become successful in life will need the greatest support system.

I was introduced to my first gym called Flex gym in Grand Prairie TX. Walking in thinking one thing, trying to leave thinking something else. What had happen was, I had gotten stuck under 135lb trying to bench.

The so called weights I was lifting in the past was concrete now I met iron one on one LOL….A linebacker from a major college pulled the weights off with one hand. So embarrassed I tried to leave.

A linebacker and the owner who was a bodybuilding competitor stopped me and told me to start light Apollo, a nick name they gave me with a free membership because they said I had passion in my eyes. Later I was introduced to my first trainer named Vick at a gym called Fitness Unique. Where he had told me he was going to train me because he seen the passion and desire that I have for the sport. Going to bodybuilding shows for eight years, watching, learning and meeting bodybuilders was motivating. Me and my friend made a promise and a goal to get on stage and take this far as we can. Preparing for my first show my wife connected me through a friend to meet Vickie Gates. Walking in her gym I was completely nervous and sweating. Vicki Gates and some other Pros were in a circle told me to take off my clothes and pose. They told me I was terrible and they have teens that’s better than me.

Shows and placing : 2012 2012 Adela Garcia Classic Bodybuilding: Heavyweight (4th) 2012 Lone Star classic (2nd) 2011 Optimum classic Bodybuilding: Heavyweight (2nd) 2009 Lone Star Championships Men’s Bodybuilding: Light Heavyweight (3rd) Lee Haney Classic: Heavyweight (1st & overall) 2008 Ronnie Coleman Classic Men’s Bodybuilding: Light Heavyweight (4th) 2007 Lone Star Bodybuilding, Figure & Fitness Championship Men: Novice Overall (1st) Men: Novice Heavyweight (1st) Ronnie Coleman Classic Men: Novice Heavyweight (4th) Competition 2006 Shreveport Classic Bodybuilding Heavyweight: (4th) Lone Star Classic Bodybuilding Heavyweight: novice (8th) 2005 Lone Star Classic Bodybuilding Heavyweight: novice (9th)

Then saying that this was going to make me or break me. Before I left I told them that they would never see me this way again. This created a monster, now I want it even more. Years later after doing a couple of shows I bumped into my new trainer Roc Oliver. God blessed me with her she took me under her wings. I was two weeks out from the Lone Star, she prep me changed my diet and I dedicated my life to what she told me. That was the year I won my first and overall show. This was the road map of GOD bringing the right people in my Life At the right time. I’m forever grateful. Winning more shows, plus a few life’s struggles aims me to turn pro. The year of 2012 is the year I feel I am more dedicated, motivated, and consistent, of all my years competing. The Lone Star Classic 2012 showed me how to stay focus, be humble, and how to enjoy a show if you put 100% into it, no matter what your placing may be. I may have placed 2nd but I was grateful to meet Bob Johnson that weekend. He motivated me from when he first spoke to me, plus I see he’s a person of great knowledge and respect. The day I sit to talk to him one on one, I know will be a new blue print to my life. Now I see Nationals, in my future plus I vision success for me and my family as I try to turn Pro. I will definitely use what Gods blessing me with to bless Others. Tony Bennett aka Mr. Skelator(Awready)!!!!!!!!!

For Contest Prep, Posing and MORE CALL BOB WITH JCW FITNESS 972-822-7965 We want you to: “Keep Your Eye On The Prize”

CHAMPIONS MARC ANDRADE

By Mike Bell

PD: Hey Marc, thanks for taking time out of your prep to visit with us. How old are you and how long have you been competing?

MA: I am 29 years old and have been competing since the summer of 2009.

PD: Wow! You’re a newbie to this sport. What do you do for a career?

MA: I am a personal trainer in a gym, and I prep athletes and transform clients through my website, www.marcantoineandrade.com PD: What got you into bodybuilding?

MA: I always wanted to look like the guys in the magazine, but never knew what it took. A year into my own transformation from morbidly obese to lean as I ever was, a co-worker who had competed himself offered to show me the way if I wanted it. I didn’t end up competing, but from then on I was a bodybuilder. I competed a year later.

PD: Very cool story, if you don’t mind me asking how heavy were you at biggest?

MA: I was around 300lbs with almost a 44 inch waist. My body fat percentage was definitely over 20.

PD: What made you decide to finally get healthy and lose the weight?

MA: I was in a very destructive relationship at the time. I was drinking and partying at college to cope. One day I just had an epiphany about my life. A switch was turned on. I did research on how to eat, quit drinking and started doing cardio. the weight came off slowly at first, but once I left school and got away from the destruction it came fast.

PD: What shows have you done and what did you place?

MA: 2009 Northeast Grand Prix Hw 3rd 2010 Jay Cutler Classic Hw 4th 2010 Atlantic States Lhw 2nd 2011 Jr Nationals Hw 7th 2011 Northeast Muscle Classic Hw 1st 2012 Connecticut State Championships Hw 1st and OVERALL Winner PD: What does your training split look like?

MA: I go 2 days on, 1 off, with shoulders every third week PD: Why do you only do shoulders every third week?

MA: My shoulders are a genetically gifted part of my body. I took a whole year off of them and they are still dominant. They make my arms look alot smaller than they are, which throws my symmetry off a bit. I believe by training this way I fixed the problem for now.

PD: Do you believe in high volume or a HIT style approach to straining?

MA: I approach all my muscle groups differently. Some respond differently than others to specific stimuli. I tend to run high volume training sessions on all bigger muscles, and HIT on smaller.

PD: Who is your favorite bodybuilder or bodybuilder that inspired you?

MA: PJ Braun and Evan Centopani. PJ is my prep coach.

He’s taught me a lot about the industry and the mentality I need to be a champion. Evan is the pro I aspire to be like.

He’s popular, has a unique point of view, and treats others with utmost respect. They’re both great guys and I enjoy learning from them.

PD: What do you feel your Strong points and you weak points are?

MA: Strong points would be legs, back and shoulders. Weak points would be arms, chest, and glutes.

PD: What are you doing to bring up your weak points?

MA: I’ve been trying to reduce the volume on my arm workouts and feel the muscle working more. My chest has come up a lot since I started working with PJ, I closed my grip down and focus on mostly incline movements. Glutes have been difficult. I have tiny white man ass, so I needed to do some glute press and plie squats. It’s a work in progress but getting better.

PD: What are your favorite body parts and favorite lifts?

MA: My favorite body part to train is back. Underhand barbell rows and Tbar rows are my favorite movements. Like most people I like training arms, but that’s mostly because it’s such a challenge for me to get them to grow.

PD: What have you learned from the sport of bodybuilding?

MA: Bodybuilding is all about mentality. You can have all the genetics in the world, but if you don’t have the mentality to realize your potential, it’s just that, potential. This game will grind you down. It will demoralize you, exhaust you, and change you in ways you can’t expect. Mental fortitude and clarity is a necessity.

PD: Anyone you would like to thank?

MA: PJ Braun, obviously. He changed my life. I would also like to thank my family for always supporting me in the most selfish of sports. We also have a tight knit group in Connecticut I would like to thank. We keep each other on point and motivated.

PD: We appreciate your time Marc and look forward to seeing you on stage again!

JASON WARREN

Jason Warren 41 lives in Denton, TX but is originally from St. Louis Missouri.

Warren moved to Texas 11 years ago and has been training for 15 years. He states he is married to a lovely wife and has 2 children.