Pose Down Mag Online May 2012

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mUSICIAN & UPCOMING ATHLETE

CHRIS HUNTE

ARNOLD CLASSIC 2012 ALSO INSIDE: CHAMPIONS WITH Melissa Di Bernardo Biographies for: Candy Rice Collin Humphrey Sean Mickle Loraine Hamilton Vance Turner

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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.

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Kay Simms, M.S., CSCS, HFI My Health Philosophy: Good health is a blessing not to be taken for granted. I love sharing my passion for fitness and wellness with others.

The greatest reward I could ask for is seeing my clients succeed and change their lives. The combination of proper resistance training, cardiovascular training, and nutrition provide the formula for success!! Hard work is not an option, it is MANDATORY! I enjoy utilizing the science of my exercise physiology degree background to evaluate and address every client’s individual needs. My goal is to serve every client with energy, passion, and commitment every day to lead them to happier, healthier lives.

Changing lives is what I do every day through fitness, nutrition, and mental training. Clients feel better as they work toward and achieve their goals. Whether improved body composition, daily functioning, or sports performance is the goal, I address all aspects training required to achieve it.

Nutrition is a key aspect of reaching health/fitness goals. Whole, clean foods are the ticket to success. I myself must live a gluten-free/lactose-free diet; thus helping others identify unknown food allergies/intolerances has become a passion of mine raising quality of life for many and increasing awareness of keeping foods “back to basics” as much as possible.

Experience in cardiac rehabilitation research and living a gluten/lactose-free diet enhances my ability to serve a more diverse clientele with compassion and care. Competitive collegiate tennis and figure competition experience provides a further level of performance training for those with competitive goals. Whatever the need, the client will be served 110%!

Certifications/Education/Background: Certified NSCA- CSCS, ACSM- Health/Fitness Specialist 2 ½ years cardiac rehabilitation research-Baylor Hospital, Dallas- 8 published articles 4 years NCAA Division 1-AA tennis player Specialties include: Weight loss Special Populations-including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, fibromyalgia Nutrition-including gluten- and lactose free diets and other food intolerances/allergies Body sculpting Performance training Contact Info: Kay Simms, M.S., CSCS, HFI Professional Trainer/Director of Training www.jessejamesfit.com http://kay.jessejamesfit.com kay@jessejamesfit.com 972-207-9800

CUCKOO FOR COCONUT Coconut is a great, healthy food that has been labeled evil by many for years due to its high saturated fat content. This mature fruit of the cocos nucifera palm is high in the medium-chain fatty acids, which the body can process easier for energy and have been proven to be very beneficial for our health, including metabolism, hair, and skin. The fruit yields meat, juice, milk, and oil. Also, coconut flour is a great gluten-free, low carbohydrate flour to use in baking.

Here is a breakdown of this awesome fruit’s components, its products, and their AMAZING health benefits: Oil-Extracted from the meat- High in saturated fatty acid lauric acid, vitamins E and K and iron. Coconut oil helps to raise HDL (good cholesterol), which prevents atherosclerosis (blood vessel bloods), strengthens immune system, boosts metabolism. Also high in anti-microbial properties to fight off viruses, bacteria and more to aid in digestion and gut health.

Juice/water- the liquid found in the middle of the coconut-high in electrolytes-great for hard postworkout recovery Meat- the white flesh inside the shell- great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals including E and K and iron. High in fiber, manganese, potassium and copper and good source of protein Flakes-Made from dehydrating the meat Milk-created by expressed juice of meat and water of coconut Cream-Made from pressing the meat Flour-Made from finely ground meat, with most of moisture and fat removed. Great low-carb, high fiber, good protein baking substitute The nutrient properties of coconut and its various components may help with*: -Weight loss -Boost metabolism and increase energy -Increased immunity -Improved hair and skin -Stress relief -Improved cholesterol levels -Proper digestion -Reduced stress on pancreas -Reduced inflammation -Can withstand higher temperatures than vegetables oils, preventing harmful by-products from being formed - Used in Asian and Pacific Islands cultures, considered to be a cure-all for some Today, coconut and its products can easily be found in most grocery stores. I recommend purchasing organic, unrefined coconut products as much as possible.

Incorporating coconut into your diet can provide you with a great nutrient boost. So many potential health benefits of coconut and its products exist, I must select only some of them to discuss in this article.

Coconut can be incorporated into your diet in many ways

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Add oil, flakes, or milk to oatmeal, smoothies, shakes 2.

Use oil for cooking instead of olive or other oil. Coconut oil has a higher smoke point so nutrients can withstand higher temperatures without being degraded.

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Use milk as great dairy free alternative in smoothies, ice cream, cooking and baking.

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Substitute coconut oil, butter, meat for other fats in baked goods.

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Substitute coconut flour for other flours in baked goods.

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Replenish electrolytes after intense workout with coconut water.

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Pumpkin Spice Coconut Flour Muffins  4 eggs 1 scoop protein powder ½ cup coconut flour 1 cup almond milk 2-3 tbsp low-calorie sweetener (Splenda or Stevia both work) ½ cup pumpkin ½ teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon vanilla ½ teaspoon baking powder  1. Blend together eggs, almond milk, sweetener, salt, and vanilla.

2. Combine coconut flour, baking powder and protein powder, mix thoroughly until there are no lumps.

The flour absorbs fluids like crazy, let it sit for 2 minutes and watch it grow!

3. Add pumpkin and cinnamon. Continue mixing.

4. Pour batter into muffin cups. Bake at 350 degrees F (205 C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.  Makes 6 jumbo muffins.

Nutrition info (per muffin): 110 kcal, 5 g of fat, 7 g of carbs (3 g of fiber) and 10 g of protein Coconut Flour Pancakes Makes about 6 pancakes Ingredients: -Eggs, preferably pastured (3) -Melted butter, preferably butter from grass-fed cows, or coconut oil — plus extra butter or coconut oil for cooking the pancakes (3 TBS) — where to buy coconut oil -3 Tbsp coconut milk -1 ½ tsp raw honey or maple syrup -1 tsp sea salt -3 Tbsp coconut flour Optional: ½ tsp Baking powder, aluminum-free Instructions: 1.Using a wire whisk, mix together eggs, coconut oil, milk, maple syrup, and sea salt.

2. Continuing to whisk, add the baking powder and coconut flour until thoroughly mixed.

3. Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a skillet on a medium flame.

4. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of batter onto skillet making pancakes about 3-4 inches in diameter.

No Bake Chocolate Coconut Protein Bars Ingredients DRY: 1.5 c oats 1/2 c shredded coconut (I used sweetened) 1/2 dried cranberries (or date chunks, raisins, craisins, dried cherries/mangoes/apricots/etc. Any dried fruit will work- Nutrition stats calculated with CRAISINS.) 1/2 c 70% dark chocolate *1/4 c almonds, chopped 3 scoops vanilla whey protein powder 2 tbsp flax seeds 2 tbsp chia seeds 1.5 tsp cinnamon WET: -1 ripe banana mashed (you can also use 1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce in it’s place) -1/2 c pure maple syrup -1 tbsp vanilla extract -1/2 c peanut butter (or any nut butter, i.e. almond, pecan, cashew, etc.)

Directions 1.Combine all dry ingredients in a large bowl. In a smaller bowl, mash ripe banana, and add all wet ingredients.

2. Pour wet ingredients into dry, and mix well.

3. Spread mixture into 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish lined with waxed paper. Press until flat.

4.Place dish in freezer for a few hours, or until firm. Remove from dish and carefully cut into 15 squares/bars or logs. For easy grab-and-go snacks, wrap bars individually in plastic wrap.

5. Store in fridge or freezer for up to a month.

These bars soften quickly at room temperature.

Makes 15 protein/granola bars.

Number of Servings: 15; Per bar- 220 kcals, 10.9 g fat, 26.5 g carb, 3.9 g fiber, 8 g pro

Chocolate Peanut Butter Super Food Fudge • 3/4 cup organic canned coconut milk • 1 bar (3-5 oz. bar works well) of bakers unsweetened chocolate - 100% cacao content • 4-5 tablespoons of peanut butter or your favorite nut butter (almond, cashew, etc) • 3/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries or goji berries (optional) • 1/2 cup whole raw almonds or other nuts (optional) • 1/4 cup raw chopped pecans (optional) • 1 scoop, about 25 gms of your favorite protein powder • 3 Tbsp chia seeds, hemp seeds, and/or flax • 2 Tbsp rice bran (usually only available at health food stores) • 2 Tbsp whole oats or oat bran • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract • A little natural stevia powder to sweeten Directions: 1.

Start by adding the coconut milk and vanilla extract to a small saucepan on VERY low heat -- the lowest heat setting. Break up the extra dark chocolate bar into chunks and add into pot. Add the nut butters and the stevia, and continuously stir until it all melts together into a smooth mixture.

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Then add the raisins, nuts, seeds, protein powder, oat bran, and rice bran and stir until fully blended. If the mixture becomes too thick or dry consistency, just add a small amount more coconut milk. If the mixtures seem too wet, keep in mind that it will solidify a good bit once it goes in the fridge.

3.

Spoon/pour the fudge mixture onto some waxed paper in a dish and place in the fridge until it cools and solidifies together (3-4 hours). Cut into squares once firm and place in a closed container or cover with foil in fridge to prevent it from drying out.

4.

Enjoy small pieces for a sweet superfood punch treat!

Curried Coconut Chicken Ingredients • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch chunks • 1 teaspoon salt and pepper, or to taste • 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 2 tablespoons curry powder • 1/2 onion, thinly sliced • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk • 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed, diced tomatoes • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce • 3 tablespoons sugar Directions 1.

Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.

2.

Heat oil and curry powder in a large skillet over medium-high heat for two minutes. Stir in onions and garlic, and cook 1 minute more. Add chicken, tossing lightly to coat with curry oil. Reduce heat to medium, and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink in center and juices run clear.

3.

Pour coconut milk, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and sugar into the pan, and stir to combine. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, approximately 30 to 40 minutes.

Coconut Milk Shrimp Ingredients Sauce: 1 (14 oz.) can light coconut milk 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon grated lime peel/zest 1 teaspoon curry powder with turmeric 1 teaspoon minced or grated fresh ginger root 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Shrimp and couscous: 1 1/2 cups whole wheat couscous 1/3 cup chopped dried mango 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 1/2 lbs. peeled and de-veined large shrimp, thawed if frozen 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup fresh basil, julienned 4.

Preparation 5.

For sauce, combine coconut milk, one clove garlic, lime peel, curry powder, ginger root, ¼ teaspoon of the salt and pepper flakes in a small saucepan.

Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer six to eight minutes to blend flavors and slightly thicken the sauce. Remove from heat; stir in lime juice. Taste sauce and add more curry powder, salt and red pepper flakes to taste if desired.

Meanwhile, prepare couscous according to package directions adding the dried mango and remaining ½ teaspoon salt to the water. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Add shrimp and stir-fry two minutes. Add garlic and stir-fry until shrimp are opaque, three to four minutes longer. Add curry sauce and heat through. Serve over couscous topped with basil. *www.coconutresearchcenter.org

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PD: How old are you and how long have you been competing?

MDB: I’m 30 years old and have been competing since 2005.

PD: What do you do for a career?

MDB: I am a Probation Officer in upstate New York and I work in our House Arrest Unit.

PD: What got you into the NPC? MDB: I started off in a smaller organization where I turned pro quickly and did one show as a pro. I placed in the top 5 but was looking to compete in a larger, more challenging organization. So I decided to try my hand at the NPC. PD: I understand what you mean. A lot of the female competitors start off in other organizations and then switch to the NPC. What are your stats: Height, offseason weight, last contest weight, first contest weight?

MDB: Height: 5’3, Weight: Hahaha, let’s say my weight has been all over the place given that I have done 3 different divisions over the course of three years. When I first started in figure, I competed at about 110 lbs and was around 125-130 in my offseason. When I switched to bodybuilding, I got up to 150 lbs in my offseason at my heaviest and competed most recently (at the 2011 NPC USA’s) at 125 lbs. Now, as WP competitor, my offseason weight was about 140, and I’ll compete around 117. So yeah, suffice it to say, my weight has been all over the place since I started competing depending on what division I was doing.

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

MDB: Wow, this is a long list, so I’ll start with the most recent and work back.

2011 NPC Nationals, WP Class A 2nd place (earned IFBB pro card) 2011 NPC USA’s, MW Bodybuilding, 3rd place 2010 NPC Nationals, MW Bodybuilding, 5th place 2010 NPC Eastern USA’s, LW Bodybuilding, 1st place and Overall 2009 NPC Nationals, LW Bodybuilding, 11th place 2009 NPC Eastern USA’s, LW Bodybuilding, 2nd place 2008 NPC Junior Nationals, Figure Class C, DNP 2008 NPC Atlantic States, Figure Class B, 3rd place 2008 NPC Long Island, Figure Class B, 1st place and Overall 2007 NPC Eastern USA’s, Figure Class B, 4th place 2007 NPC Atlantic States, Figure Class B, 5th place PD: Wow! You have been a busy girl the last few years! Do you enjoy dieting or should I say does dieting come easier to you than most?

MDB: I have most definitely been busy putting my body through some crazy transformations over the past few years!!

But to be honest, dieting definitely does NOT come easy to me. In fact, I have a much easier time putting on muscle than I do stripping off the fat during contest prep. As you can see, I took some longer off seasons during bodybuilding (between 8-12 months), and while I did make some major gains in my muscularity, it also made getting the fat off extremely difficult during prep….downright miserable sometimes, to be completely honest. This past offseason, I stayed a little bit leaner, like I did in my figure days, and it’s made this prep for the NY Pro much more bearable.

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PD: What does your training split look like?

MDB: I don’t have a specific split because my work schedule doesn’t really allow me to set the same day each week to a body part. So I try to stick to a 3 days on/1 day off type split training one body part per day.

My quads tend to overpower my upper body since switching to WP, so I have had to pull back on training them and some weeks don’t train them at all.

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PD: That’s not a bad problem to have. A lot of people would kill to be able to skip a hard leg workout every once in a while. Who is your favorite competitor or a person that inspired you the most?

MDB: Honestly, one of the people who inspires me most isn’t a competitor, at least not in the bodybuilding world.

As cheesy as it may sound, my little brother, Marc, is one of my biggest inspirations. He runs marathons, half-marathons, and adventure-type races. He holds the Guinness Book of World Records for the fastest marathon and fastest half-marathon run in a gas mask (I know, he’s crazy!!). But what’s inspiring beyond that is that he runs for a purpose. He runs in support of Team Red, White, and Blue…an organization whose goal is to help soldiers returning from war reintegrate into the community and provide with support for an easier transition. My brother is in the Army and has served two tours overseas in Iraq and Afghanistan. I’ve always felt that if he can survive so much of what he has and still be the strong man that he is, then a 16 week contest prep should be nothing for me.

PD: That’s amazing! It does put a contest prep diet in perspective. What do you feel your strong points and you weak points are?

MDB: Well, as I mentioned above, I guess you could say my quads are a strong point; though, that doesn’t really work to my advantage as a WP competitor, as I’ve had to adjust my training to keep them from growing too much since they respond to just about everything (high reps, low reps, supersets). I’ve also been told that my shoulders are a strong point. But without a doubt, I’d say my entire back side is a weak point….I feel my back width could improve and that my glutes could be rounder and fuller.

PD: Don’t feel bad Melissa, I think just about every woman I have ever interviewed has all said their glutes were a major weak point! What are you doing to bring up your weak points?

MDB: The majority of my back workouts are focused around pull down-type exercises. I try to hit my lats from all different angles and using different grips (wide, neutral, underhand, etc) and making sure I target my upper and lower lats to ensure a nice, smooth V-taper.

As far as improving my glutes go, that’s been more of a challenge since many of the exercises I would do, like lunges or wide-stance squats, also still indirectly hit my quads. I really have to focus on driving from my heels and feeling my glutes fire to keep the tension off my quads. Also, the majority of my cardio is done on the stepmill to aid in this as well.

PD: Do you have a trainer or someone that does your diet for you and helps you along the way?

MDB: I’m a Braunfitness athlete and I am coached by PJ Braun (www.pjbraun.com). I’ve been working with him since January 2011, and he’s definitely brought about some of the biggest changes in my physique over a very short time. Primarily, PJ just does my nutrition and cardio adjustments and leaves most of the training stuff up to me since I’ve been at it for so long. But he reviews my workouts periodically to make sure I’m hitting everything appropriately. However, when I’ve had to bring up a lagging body part, he’s provided me with full workouts to make the necessary improvements.

PD: PJ is starting to make a name for himself as a coach. He was actually showcased in this column last year. What are your favorite body parts and favorite lifts?

MDB: I don’t really have a favorite body part and legitimately enjoy training them all equally.

Pierpont And to be honest, I think that’s helped in keeping my overall symmetry.Tye My Sheets favorite lifts used to be heavy deadlifting and heavy squatting, but since switching to WP, I’ve had to cut those out of my workouts for obvious reasons. I’d have to say my favorite body part to train, though, is still my back. It’s always been a challenge for me to bring up this body part, and well, what can I say?

I love me a good challenge!!

PD: What are your competition plans for 2012?

MDB: Right now, I’m 7 weeks out from the IFBB NY Pro, which will be my pro debut, on May 19th in New York City. I also plan on competing in the IFBB Chicago Wings of Strength Pro on July 7th.

PD: Obliviously you are going to New York to win but do you have a goal in mind of where you want to place or is it more of a lets see what the Pro Judges want?

MDB: Hopefully this doesn’t come across as arrogant, but I’d be completely lying if I said I had a “let’s see what the pro judges want” kind of attitude. I can’t help it. I have an intensely competitive spirit, and the only thing I’m focused on is winning. I feel like if I don’t truly believe that I deserve to be up there and actually CAN win, then how can I expect the judges to believe the same? I’m not religious or all that spiritual, but I do believe in the concept of The Secret and that you have to put out into the Universe exactly what you want (and truly BELIEVE it) in order for it to happen. Visualization, writing down goals, all that stuff, is something I practice regularly. On a much less competitive note, I’m very much looking forward to sharing the stage with some of my best friends. Two of my closest friends, Jillian Reville and Tammy Patnode, will be on stage with me, and I honestly cannot think of a better way to make my pro debut than with some of my dearest friends alongside me.

PD: What are your initial thoughts of the judging with the WPD? MDB: Aaaahhh, the million dollar question!! At this point, I honestly haven’t formed much of an opinion on the judging of the WP, at least at the pro level. In general, I feel that the division is still in its infancy, and everyone, including the judges, are trying to formulate the ideal “look.” It’s easy to be critical of the judging in the early stages of a new division. Take bikini, for example.

People dogged that division when it first came out, said it was just a bunch of skinny-fat, beer tub girls, and whined that the judges didn’t know what they were looking for. Now, a few years later, the division has begun to settle into its own with a pretty distinct look. Taking that into consideration, I have no doubts that the same will happen with the WP. We just need to be patient and let the division evolve as it was intended to.

PD: Very well put and I have to agree with the Bikini common is too. How do you feel as a competitor in the WP division do you think coming in “too hard” should be a negative thing or do you think the WP Division should be able to get has lean as possible?

MDB: I’m probably going to get a lot of criticism on this one, but I don’t think WP athletes should come in extremely hard or overly conditioned. Now, I’m not saying they should come in looking like they’re 4 weeks out from a show, but there is a fine line between being muscular and a bit smooth and being just plain soft or not all the way in shape. I believe that it’s possible to get very lean and then “smooth out” your physique at the end using carbs or fats or whatever your preferred method is. I think this gives the physique a look that’s still tight and muscular without being shredded and hard like a female bodybuilder. The athletes maintain their muscularity, shape, and conditioning without being too striated or vascular, which I think should be the ideal look for a WP athlete.

PD: We appreciate the time you took during your prep to visit with us! We wish you much luck in New York. To wrap this up, 1st of all does your brother have a website for his organization that our readers could check out if they wanted to and do you have anyone you want to thank?

MDB: First of all, I’d like to thank Posedown Magazine for taking an interest in me as an athlete and giving me this opportunity. I’d like to thank my coach, PJ Braun, for all that he has done for me over the past year and a half, both as an athlete and as a friend. I’d also like to thank Species Nutrition for their continued support and for believing in me from the very beginning. And of course, I want to thank all my friends and family for their support and putting up with my ridiculous lifestyle. But even more specifically, I need to give special thanks to the daily Keepers of My Sanity, Jillian Reville, Jon Delarosa, Jennifer Conklin, Sean Clarke, Tammy Patnode, and Kat Ramirez, because without them, I’d probably be face first in a jar of peanut butter right now!!

As for the organization for which my brother runs, the name is Team Red, White, and Blue, and their website is www.teamrwb.com or you can find my brother’s specific chapter on Facebook by searching Team RWB Tennessee. Thank you again for this opportunity!!

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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.

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CHRIS HUNTE By: Jack Duncan

By: Jack Duncan

Pose Down had the opportunity to sit down with an upcoming Athlete Chris Hunte. We met at Metro Flex Gym in Fort Worth Texas, home of the Texas Bodybuilding Hall of Fame. Chris grew up in New York. He eventually moved to Fort Worth Texas where like most young men, had to chance to see Ronnie Coleman. Hunte began watching you tube videos of Coleman, Wheeler, Levrone and others. He was hooked! He wanted to become a bodybuilder. Well we can tell you first hand, a bodybuilder is what Hunte has become. Hunte starting training as a young teen. He met the right people that were able to help him with his dream of becoming a bodybuilder. Hunte trained hard and kept his grades up knowing that he needed his education to become successful in whatever he was to do in life.

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Hunte is also a polished musician. He started playing piano at the age of five. He has won many classical and jazz medals.

Hunte plays saxophone and piano. He performs Jazz and Classical music however his favorite is R & B. When Hunte is not training, you can find him around town in local restaurants, night clubs and his church every Sunday.

Hunte is a very devoted Christian. His faith helps him get through the daily grind of life. Hunte works for JP Morgan as a loan service specialist. Hunte hits one body part hard and heavy with intensity daily. Hunte has an intense off season program with little if any cardio in the mix. Like many bodybuilders, he does not like to miss a meal or workout. Hunte tells us while every muscle is important to training equally, his favorite would be his back.

“There is no better feeling than getting down to a dead lift, with getting the weight up an throwing it down”.

We asked Hunte what he thought were his weakest points?

“I would like to bring up my arms, calves and more mass to my chest”.

Hunte feels that he has pretty good legs and a good back and shoulders.

Hunte trains every body part equally and can’t afford to have any body parts lagging.

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If pressed for a favorite Bodybuilder, he would have to say Flex Wheeler would be his favorite. He feels Flex Wheeler had everything to look for in a bodybuilder.

He had a small waist, Huge Delts, flaring Quads, massive arms. Just had the great genetics and it showed!

Hunte has been doing pull ups and dips lately. Its something he had been doing in the past but stopped. He had gotten the steady gains, strength and conditioning while doing them.

Hunte would like to thank God for giving him the strength to do what he loves doing every day. His girlfriend for supporting him since his first show. His family, church and his job for the support they have given him as well. A special thanks to Cory Matthews for not only helping him get ready for his contests, but also for being a great friend and mentor along the way.

Last He wants to thank Bob Johnson with Pose Down Magazine for giving him this great opportunity.

Pose Down will leave you with this: We had the opportunity to meet with Chris Hunte and this is what we learned.

Hunte is a great bodybuilder, musician, loan officer but he is an even better human being. Hunte with his tremendous work ethic and drive will be a success in whatever he does. We look for Hunte to be on the Big Stage one day. There are no doubts that he will become a IFBB Pro and a good one at that!

My name is Candy Rice and I am a 41 year old mother of 2. I have always been fairly “small”, never overweight but certainly not fit. I was never an athlete in school and never liked to run at all. A few years ago I decided I wanted to start working out as an example to my kids and for myself. I began by working out in my garage. I still remember crying in the beginning because I would get so sore and felt like I would never get there. I bought the “Body for Life” book and did the workouts. I finally began to see some results, mainly in my strength but did not feel like I could really “tell” by looking in the mirror. I then bought p90x and did that for 2 years. I did see more results and felt stronger. Still, I felt like there was something better out there for me. A friend had told me about Crossfit. I will be honest, I was absolutely intimidated by it. I had never gone but had heard”horror” stories about how hard it was and how people get these horrible injuries. In my mind you had to be an athlete your whole life to even think about doing Crossfit, And then there was the age factor...the only people I knew who did it were in there late teens and early twenties.

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I am in my 40’s and did not want to walk in looking like as joke. Finally, I convinced myself to “just try” it. I went to the 2 week “on ramp” and was still very intimidated. I remember one night we had to do box jumps. I could not even jump ion a stack of weights.

I was the oldest one in my group and I felt it. After that 2 weeks it was time to decide if I was going to commit and join or not. It was so hard and I did not want to be humiliated every time I went. I decided to do it. I still remember sitting in my car before class with knots in my stomach. I wanted to be there so bad, I looked up to everyone there and thought to myself “ if I can do this I know I can do anything”.

I literally had to force myself to walk in there some days. It was all in my head. Everyone there was so nice and welcoming. No one compared me or judged me at all. It was the opposite, I never heard anything negative and was encouraged everyday. Here I am, 7 months later feeling the best I have ever felt.

CANDY RICE

I am in the best shape of my life and I want to tell people everyday how great Crossfit is for your mind and body. I especially want to share my story to inspire anyone my age who is intimidated like I was. If I can do it, they can do it. I am continuing to set goals for myself and strive for the next level. My goal is to inspire, not impress. I would love to share this with anyone willing to listen.

N I L COL PHREY M U H

I was born in a small town in Northern California. I moved to Tennessee at a young age with my parents and brother so my mother could pursue her dream as a country music singer. Right when we got to TN I started playing sports.

I was always in a sport at all times. My parents separated a couple years later and my dad moved back to California where all his side of the family lives and my brother and I stayed with my mom. Things weren’t always to peachy for us growing up and my parents separating really hit me hard. I found that the only way for me to escape was putting all my feelings into sports. Lifting weights and being active in sports was the only way for me to forget about reality. It also helped me to strive to be the best. My high school football team were state champions. If you’ve ever seen Varsity Blues that’s exactly what my football team was like. My freshman year of high school I was roughly 130 pounds. By the end of my freshman season I was asked to join the Varsity team. The following year I researched as much as I could about working out and I was able to gain about 25 pounds. By my junior year I ran a 4.43 - 40 at 180 pounds. I was getting scouted my division 1 and division 2 colleges by the end of my junior year. My junior year I placed 3rd in the Tennessee State Decathalon. Things were going great in my life of sports but not so good at home. Over those years my mom re-married and had two daughters. Im not going to go into details but I was faced with a very hard decision at such a young age and I chose to move back to California to live with my Dad. I finished my Senior year there and was so happy to be there with all my family but so upset at the same time, knowing that I left a possible football career behind. I was a little lost and depressed not knowing anyone in school, so again I put all my time into working out and sports. After I graduated I traveled to a lot of different places. Georgia, Santa Barbara CA, TN, North Carolina and back to Humboldt County California. I played a season of football at the College of the Redwoods.I ended up getting hurt and stopped playing.

Nothing really felt whole or right. I was still affected by the decision I made and I felt like something was missing.

Sara and I made the decision to move to North Carolina. It was a struggle at first but we did what he had to do to get by. A few months after living in NC we were surprised but blessed to find out Sara was pregnant with our daughter Zyra. We got married shortly after Zyra was born. Right after that I went to the gym and met one of my best friends Neil. Neil is a body builder and is full of knowledge which he shared with me. In the past couple of years I’ve learned so much from him. Neil has not only taught me so much about working out, nutrition and competing but he’s given me a great job which allows me to do so much. My wife and I now own a house in High

Point and just had another daughter, Zoe, who is 5 months old. When I saw Neil compete, it made me want to compete. I had already been working out everyday and staying in good shape and applying everything I was learning to my everyday life. As a natural born competitor who loves to compete and be active I decided to give body building a try. I was working out, gaining weight, enjoying what I was doing at the time but then I was on the internet and found the new Men’s Physique divisions.

I thought this divisions would better suit me because Im very athletic and I enjoy competing in sports and staying active. Or where as a bodybuilder I would be limited to the sports that I could do. So Neil and I changed my diet up and my way of working out and decided to try and chance the goal of earning my IFBB Pro card in Men’ s Physique. I started my 14 week diet at the end of May. My wife had our second daughter June 16th. Sometimes I wanted to quit. I wasn’t sure if it was all worth it ... not spending enough time with my daughters or my wife. But I set a goal and knew if I could just achieve it, would all be worth it. So I competed in August at the NC Muscle Heat show and took the overall in Men’s Physique.

With the help of Neil and Mike Broadway who helped me with my diet, training and posing. I took a week off after the show and then started training for Nationals in Miami. I decided last minute to compete at the NC Elite show.

I knew it would be great practice since I had only done one show. I placed second in Men’s Physique which drove me to work that much harder for Nationals in Miami two weeks later.

I went to Miami and competed in the largest show of NPC history, almost 1,000 competitors. Out of all those people there were nearly 170 mens physique competitors. I placed 2nd in class B and earned my IFBB Pro card. I reached my goal that I had worked so hard for.

Throughout my life I thought things always happened for a reason but I know believe that in life we are faced with choices and its what we decide to do with those choices that determine our outcome in life. I made the choices I’ve made which have got me to where I am today. So you make your own choices which will all in all determine how you live your life and the person you become. I just want everyone to know that no matter what or where you come from or what things you may or may not have....I strongly believe in GOD and believe he gives us the free will to make our own choices. If you want to do something, make the choice to do it.

I couldn’t have done this without GOD and all my family and friends.

N I L Y L E O R C H P HUM

We had the pleasure of meeting Sean Mickle at the Arnold Classic 2012. Please see his Bio and Deltoid Workout. Mickle is an inspirational individual who has given his heart and soul to America. He continues to share his passion and belief in everything he puts effort into.

Sean Mickle cut his teeth in Force Recon, the Marine Corps’ Special Operations Forces, where he distinguished himself in combat leading counter-insurgency direct action raids against high value targets. Later, Sean worked as a Special Agent for a federal counter-terrorism unit and then with a personal security detail for VIP’s including the Vice President of the United States. Subsequently, Sean has been training men and women destined for similar work overseas.

With extensive schooling and experience, Sean is an expert trainer in rifle and pistol marksmanship, urban combat, hand to hand fighting, and tactical medicine. His real passion, however, is helping people to understand and overcome their natural fears in order to do what is necessary to defend themselves and protect those who depend on them.

Sean Mickles passion is to have people to understand that there is nothing in this world that we can’t do if we believe in our Hearts and Minds. The mind is very powerful and if one person can believe, then one can achieve.

Mickle’s goal is to bring a classic physique much like Arnold used to bring to the stage, which is why it is so fitting he is competing at his first pro qualifier at the Arnold Amateur show itself.

Look out for this big boy as he will impact the bodybuilding and fitness world sooner rather than later.

SEAN MICKLE

Sean Mickle’s Deltoid Devastation Workout: 3 supersets of dips and pullups for 10 reps each. 1 minute rest.

4 sets of pulldowns for 20,10,10,15 reps. Lower weight for set of 15. 1 minute rest.

4 sets of seated smith machine presses for 20,10,10,15 reps. Lower weight for set of 15. 1 minute rest.

3 sets of seated lateral raises for 20 reps. 1 minute rest.

3 sets of rear lateral raises for 20 reps. 1 minute rest.

SEAN MICKLE

Sean Mickle is an expert trainer in rifle and pistol marksmanship, urban combat, self defense, and tactical medicine. His extensive background includes being a member of Force Recon, the Marine Corps’ Special Operations Forces, where he distinguished himself in combat leading counter-insurgency direct action raids against high value targets.

Sean has also worked as a Special Agent for a federal counter-terrorism unit and with a personal security detail for VIP’s including the Vice President of the United States. Sean has also been involved in training men and women destined for similar work overseas.

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My name is Darrell Terrell “Top National NPC Bodybuilder.” I have been in the fitness industry for over 20 years. I have accomplished many great things and have gone to wonderful places I have never been before. When I am not on stage, I run my own business called “Total Package Personal Training.” Helping athletes become the best they can be stepping on stage and normal citizens who just to get fit for their own personal reasons. About a month ago, I had an epiphany come over me about putting on Oklahoma’s first Childhood Obesity Charity Event entitled “Exquisite Fitness Fashion Show.” Oklahoma has been known for being one of the top obese states. As of this year we ranked number two. For this event I decided to donate some of the proceeds raised from this event to the Oklahoma Childhood Obesity Foundation. The response has been overwhelming to see the Fashion Show, but even more so all the people inspired to help do something about Childhood Obesity. Big figures such as BODYBUILDING.com, FOX25 news, and actor and fitness model Mike O’Hearn that has graced the cover of over 470 magazines is the special guest for this event. Top clothing lines in Oklahoma are show casing their clothing to be a part of this major cause. Businesses as well as people from other states are donating services and products to help raise money in the raffle that will take place during the show. Nothing like this has ever been done in Oklahoma. This is just the beginning of something very special I believe is going to happen. I feel God has put me in the position to do this because of how it came to me while sleeping. It is literally a dream coming true watching the amount of people stepping up to the plate for this.

Over the next few months if anyone is willing to donate anything to the raffle or cause please email me at terrelldarrell@yahoo.com Darrell Terrell Bodybuilder & Co-host of NO HOLD BARRED bodybuilding fitness Blog Talk Radio.

Arnold Classic 2012

My name is Loraine Hamilton, I’m a Texas native...born and raised!!

I’ve been married to my husband for over 20 yrs and I’m the proud mother of two beautiful girls, ages 21 and 18. My youngest daughter was diagnosed with autism at the age of 8. She has been a true teacher of patience and all of it’s rewards! For over a decade and a half I was a stay at home mom, devoting most of my time to my autistic daughter’s development and education. During the school year I was able to stay somewhat active at the gym, but I was never really satisfied with the results and I grew increasingly frustrated.

LORAINE HAMILTON In April 2005...I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer...and my world changed. I underwent a lumpectomy surgery immediately followed by a full mastectomy. Within days of my surgeries I suffered complications.

An artery in my chest had been damaged and finally gave way resulting in massive internal bleeding. Luckly, my husband returned home early and called 911 and I was rushed to hospital ASAP!!! I almost lost my life that day...several times. I needed four liters of saline and three pints of blood just to be stabilized enough for surgery. Things, that day, did not follow their ‘normal’ routine. Had the ‘normal’ routine been followed...I wouldn’t be here today. And for that...I give my thanks to God!

LORAINE HAMILTON

After a few weeks of recovering from my previous ordeals I was not looking forward to two months of chemotherapy. After the chemotherapy phase I was then faced with three years of surgery for breast reconstruction. I got soooooo tired of hospitals.

In 2008, decided that I wanted to be a nurse. So off I went to college for a few semesters only to quickly become overwhelmed with school and having to take care of a family. With that dream ending I took some time off to decompress.

Then, in January 2011, I decided to pursue a Personal Trainer Certification. I figured this a logical ‘next step’ since I spent so much time at the gym and I’ve always admired a well toned physique on a woman. I really wanted to gain the knowledge and understanding of what it takes to achieve a healthy physique and maintain a healthy lifestyle. So in April of 2011 I told my husband I was interested in bodybuilding. His reaction was priceless, but he said he’d support whatever I wanted to do. A few days later we went up to The Original Metroflex and found a qualified trainer.

I started my journey in bodybuilding May 2011 and in June 2011 started training with Josh Bryant. I competed in my first Bodybuilding Bikini Competition at the Ronnie Coleman Classic on March 31, 2012 in the 45+ Bikini Masters Division.

I started out at 132 lbs., I’m now 107lbs and in the best shape of my life! It wasn’t all that hard (yeah...right!). As with my ‘life challenges’... you only get out of life what you put in!

Vance Turner NPC Competitor (Bodybuilding) Information: Date of birth: 1-30-76 Place of birth: Dallas, TX Years training: 7 Years competing: 4 Height: 6’0” Off-Season Weight: 285 lbs Contest Weight: 241 lbs

Vance is the lumber purchaser at Turner Forest Industries in Lewisville , TX , which sells lumber and framing labor to new construction apartment builders, and has been employed there for 12 years. He would like to thank his sponsor Dymatize Nutrition, his parents JT and Betty, his trainer Dror Erez, long time training partners Kevin Ofurum, Louis Labarbera, Matt Drahos, posing coach Sheilahe Brown, and all of his friends and family that have supported him.

Biography In 2006 Vance competed in his first bodybuilding show, the NPC Southern Cup in Shreveport, LA and won the novice heavyweight class and men’s novice overall title. In 2009 Vance won the superheavyweight class and men’s open overall title at the Ronnie Coleman Classic in Mesquite, TX. In 2010 Vance finished in fifth place in the superheavyweight class at the NPC junior USA in Stafford, TX. He enjoys the competitive nature of the sport and the challenge of trying to improve at each competition. Vance values and appreciates bodybuilding for teaching and encouraging discipline, hard work, commitment, dedication, and self control. He also feels it inspires and enhances self confidence and helps people to lead better lives.

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