RETRO-FIT MAGAZINE ISSUE 002 by RETRO-FIT Online Magazine

INSIDE ISSUE 002 ARTICLES 82

Bikni and Physique Cup

Class DiямАerence

Eating Disorder

INTERVIEW WITH BABBFF PRESIDENT Dr. A FORDE

BIKINI FITNESS vs FIGURE

DEALING WITH BULIMIA DOMINI ALLEYNE

Gym Review J&S HEALTH, FITNESS AND SPORTS ACADEMY

PROFILES 32 38 46 56

Nicole Carter IFBB PHYSIQUE PRO

Martinus Durrant

2012 DARCEY BECKLES OVERALL CHAMPION

Ramona Morgan

2012 MISS BARBADOS FIGURE

Ramona Ramjit Munoz NPC BIKINI COMPETITOR

RETRO-FIT Editor’s Note The 2012 competitive season has come to a close, but its end also heralds a new season. 2013 promises new competitions and new classes of competition - Men’s Physique and Bikini Fitness. These classes have now been oﬃcially been included at the Central American and Caribbean Games. This means there are two more pro-cards to be won at the 2013 Central American and Caribbean Bodybuilding Championships. If the interest that has been shown in the Bikini Fitness continues and there is equivalent interest in the Men’s Physique, the 2013 shows are going to be very competitive. In this issue we take a look at the recently concluded Darcy Beckles Classic, from backstage to on stage. We have interviews with the overall winner, Martinus Durrant, as well as the reigning Barbadian queen of Figure, Ramona Morgan, and IFBB Pro Nicole Carter. From further afield, we feature an interview with Ramona Ramjit – Munoz, an ex-Miss Barbados who is making waves on the United States Bikini Fitness scene. There’s loads more inside this issue, so grab your favourite protein shaker, whip up a brew, sit back and have a good read. -

ON THE COVER: RAMONA MORGAN BABBFF 2012 MISS BARBADOS FIGURE

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Nicole Lorrene Carter

IFBB PHYSIQUE PRO & PERSONAL TRAINER AGE: 27 HEIGHT: 5’4 OFF SEASON WEIGHT: 165 COMPETITION WEIGHT: 140-145 COMPETITION HISTORY: Miss Island Fitness : 2004-2006 Nationals: 2006-2010 Bridgetown: 2007 Eastern: 2007 CAC: 2006-2010 Europa Show of Champions 2011 Titan Grand Prix Women Physique

ICOLE ARTER IFBB PRO

hen did you become involved in would eat 3 rotis in one sitting. I was MISS fitness and what inspired your de- ‘LICORISH’! At that time I was 16 or 17 and I used to work at a supermarket, so you cision? Whilst washing some clothes, I was wearing can only imagine the junk food I had access a bra top and a short skirt. I looked down to… I started to save my money and joined at my stomach and realised it was starting a gym, which is First Class Fitness Centre to get a bit big, to the point where it was where I am currently . hanging over the skirt. My legs were starting to look tucky….REAL STORY!!! How long did it take you to achieve the I stopped washing one time and went to physique you have now? look in the mirror and I didn’t like how I was 8 years of training with 3 years focusing starting to look. The only body part I had more on my nutrition, which first started liked to exercise at that point in time was with my last coach, Levar Greaves. Before my JAW BONE. I used to eat pie, anything him I never paid much attention to eating made from flour, ice cream, chocolate and clean. all type of snacks, fried fish and chicken. I

PROFILE When did you win your Pro card? Aruba 2010 What other classes beside Physique have you competed in and why do you think that Physique is the class for you right now? I feel very comfortable. I have competed in both fitness and figure and have titles in both. But I LOVE Physique.

What motivates you to keep competing? People who think and say I can’t! Also, knowing how much I inspire my clients and others helps me to maintain my level of determination to get to the top of my division. Seeing the results of all my 8 years of work so far is definitely enough to motivate me.

What were some of the obstacles that you had to overcome to get to this level of competition? Firstly, I had to learn to separate my emotions from my eating habits and retrain my taste buds to like other more healthy foods. My self-confidence was extremely low and competing really helped me to become a much more fearless, confident individual. Also, I had to expose myself to much more intense, rigorous training sessions… I wonder how many people remember hearing me bawling when Levar and Darcy Beckles were training me.... How was the transition from amateur to pro? What was it like backstage in terms of make-up and tanning and being oiled compared to Nationals or CAC? Well, for both shows I travelled alone. I did my own make up, but the other competitors were all very wonderful and sweet and fairly helpful. The only diﬀerence really was that I didn’t know anyone; but that, for me, was minor.

What is the next Pro show that you plan to compete in and what will be diﬀerent, as compared to the last 2 shows? Not sure about which show exactly, but I plan to be leaner and much better at my stage presentation and posing.

Why do you think it’s harder for women in Bodybuilding than it is for men? Well, one thing for sure is that women naturally have a much lower testosterone level and metabolic rate and a much higher fat percentage, so we have to work harder and diet harder to get into shape.

How has your preparation for shows changed since you became a Pro? Well, the bodybuilding process in general is the same for almost everyone, in terms of low calories or low carb. dieting and depleting etc. Becoming a Pro, I had to make eating healthy a life style and not think of bodybuilding as consisting of an on and oﬀ season diet because I used to get carried away in my oﬀ season and put on too much fat as an amateur and then have to work really

hard to get it oﬀ. So now I’m a lot more controlled.. You can eat poorly and train very hard and look bad or you can eat clean and train at very moderate intensity and look great …Diet is number 1! With social media networks such as Facebook and Twitter, there are a lot of Pros and amateurs promoting themselves. How important is it to you to self-promote and market to succeed in the sport? Extremely important and I’m currently working on those areas myself. What is your calorie intake like in the oﬀ season? Between 1800 -2200 a day. It varies depending on what my training regime is for that day.

How do you split up your training sessions? All I can say is I do everything twice a week except quads, since they respond fast. Do you have a favourite type of supplement that you use? I like any type of vanilla flavour protein powder. When you’re not in the gym training what do you like to do? I love training my clients and seeing them get results. Most of my life is wrapped up in the gym, either training clients or working on nutrition programmes for them. I may see a movie every now and again but every

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How strict are you with your diet? Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a typical diet like for a Fitness competitor? My cheat meal is cereal and nuts (she laughs). That should say a lot about how strictly I diet... Meal 1. Grapefruit and 8 egg whites Meal 2. 4ozs sweet potato and 6ozs of fish Meal 3. Protein powder (post work out) and a small banana Meal 4 -7. Some type of fish and some type of green vegetable, usually broccoli.

day I must watch at least 5 episodes of Fam- bought me my first pair of heels when I did ily Guy, King of Queens and Seinfeld. I love my first show with the Federation. to laugh. If we took a look inside your lunch box, Where do you see yourself in 5 years? what would we find? Before I turn 30, I want to be on the Olympia Broccoli, some type of fish, protein powder stage! and, if it’s a cheat day, you might find cereal or some type and Exotica Nuts...(she smiles) What improvements would you like to make to your current physique? Do you have shout-outs to fans, friends or The advice I received while in California was loyal supporters? to bring a leaner package so that’s my aim I really appreciate all my supporters and right now going forward. So there’s no point friends and fans although they may feel at in me putting on too much body fat since my times they are being abandoned, since to be aim will be to come in lean! honest, coming close to a show I can be a bit withdrawn and wrapped up in myself. WithDo you follow the amateur competitions in out all of these people though, I’m not sure the region? What do you think of the level the experience of being a Pro would be even of the female competitors? rewarding or worth it... If it were all about Yes, I do and I think honestly that the level making money I wouldn’t be even doing it! that the competitors are at is very impressive, That’s not just because I’m a Barbadian; in my opinion it’s true. My two favourite female athletes right now are Ramona Morgan and Sophia Forte. I like the others as well but maybe I’m being biased because I travelled with them both to CAC already. Who are the bodybuilders/fitness competitors you look up to? I assume that you mean locally... I would say, without a doubt, Darcy Beckles, who was my first real coach. His training and coaching led me to win my first 2 titles. There are other bodybuilders here I would say I look up to and would seek advice from - Gareth Norris is one - but I seek advice from very few people. Most people know too much of nothing anyway. I really admire Rosalind Vanderpool a lot, ever since my days at COB. She showed a lot of dedication, persistence and determination, which are all traits I believe I possess. I don’t know if she remembers but she

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PROFILE Champion 1993; Mr. Bridgetown 1995; Mr. Bridgetown 2005; National Light Heavy • Age: 41 Weight Champion 2005; 2nd Light Heavy • Height: 5ft7 Weight C.A.C 2005; Mr. Bridgetown 2007; • Oﬀ season weight: 225lbs Mr. Barbados 2007; Mr. Barbados 2009; Mr. • Competition weight: 192/195lbs C.A.C 2009; National Light Heavy Weight • Competition History: Mr. Teenager Champion 2011; 2nd Light Heavy Weight 1990; Junior Mr. Barbados 1990; Junior Mr. C.A.C 2011; Darcy Beckles Invitational ClasBarbados 1991; Junior Mr. C.A.C 1991; Mr. sic Champion 2011. St. Michael 1993; National Welter Weight

Martinus Davide Durrant

• How long have you been training? About 20 years.

show and my second and my third and the rest is history as they say.

• What do you remember about your first show? Being told by my coach at the time, Mr. Roy Callender, “You are going to win your first of many competitions tonight.”

• What keeps you competing? Trying to improve on my last showing each time I step on stage.

• When you are not in the gym or training yourself, what do you like to do? • Who or what drove you to compete I have dogs that are a joy to take care of. This in your first show? helps take my mind oﬀ bodybuilding. Telling my coach that I can be a champion and him saying prove it. I did so at my first

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board to focus on overall improvements from top to bottom.

• How do you split up your training sessions? I normally train a large body part with a • Which are your favourite and least smaller one, e.g. chest and triceps; back and favourite body parts to train? biceps. I have no favourite body part as at this stage in my career each body part has to be ap• Do you try to keep your sets and reps proached with the same level of intensity in a particular range? and that makes it hard no matter which area No. I go by the way I am feeling on the day. I train. • What is your calorie intake like in the • Hardest part of contest prep, dieting oﬀ season? or training? It ranges from 3000 to 4000 calories a day. Dieting is the hardest part for me because I have a sweet tooth and a real weakness for • In preparation for competition do anything chocolate. you have a set daily meal plan? If so what is it typically like? • What is your favourite cheat meal? The meals are not set but the calories are. Double chocolate ice cream; chocolate chip During contest time I depend largely on calo- cookies; fruit and nut chocolate bar; and rie manipulation over a five day span, with chocolate milk. two days of extremely high calorie intake. • Who are the bodybuilders / fitness • Which are your favourite supplecompetitors you look up to internationally ments and why? and locally? Muscle Juice Weight Gain Powder because I The international competitors include Roy can use it during both contest prep and oﬀ Callender, Shawn Ray, Flex Wheeler and Phil season and not worry about excess fat gains. Heath. On the local scene, I look up to Darcy Beckles, Earl Maynard and Loftus Roach. • Where do you see yourself in 5 years? • What is in your lunch box? Competing on the professional circuit. Beef and pasta, amino fuel and vitamin B12 supplements. • What are your plans regarding competitions for the 2013 season? Right now I have no real plans as yet. You will have to just wait and see. • What body part/s are you trying to bring up for your next competition? I’m looking at overall improvements, maybe some conditioning, muscle separation etc... Really and truly, it is back to the drawing

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â&#x20AC;˘ Do you have any shout-outs to fans, friends or loyal supporters? Yes, I want to say thank you to Orlando Blenman, owner of the Sundown Gym, and Michellin Evelyn for all their help and support and to all the true, die-hard Martinus fans and supporters. Thank you all so very, very much. Now on to 2013!

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RAMONA MORGAN MISS BARBADOS FIGURE 2012

o tell us a little about yourself. Were Who or what got you started as a figure you always actively involved in sports competitor? whilst growing up?

’m a very reserved person, some people cast it as unapproachable, but once you do venture onto my path you will find it to be untrue. As for always being active, I wouldn’t jump and say ‘yes’. I dabbled in a little netball and volleyball whilst in Secondary School.

Basically I went to support my friend and trainer Gareth Norris when he was competing in Bridgetown of 2008. On seeing the girls, I was like: ‘I can do that’ and by August of said year I was on stage.

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BY THE NUMBERS Name: Ramona

Morgan

Age: 34 years Height: 5”3” Off season weight: between 128lbs&130lbs Competition weight: ‘Does light count as weight :)? I’m not sure to be honest.’ Competition history:

3 second places in 2008 2 first places and a third in 2009 1 second place and a first in 2010 3 second places in 2011 2012: Miss Barbados (Figure), Second place at CAC and Darcy BECKLES (Figure) winner

How long have you been training? I’ve been training for 13 years but consistently for the last 5 years!!!!

What keeps you motivated to keep competing? The goal of getting that Pro card and the windows of opportunity that can open up after reaching that goal, as well as how awesome my body looks and improvements that can be seen year after year. It’s just amazing!

Why did you choose to do figure instead of female bodybuilding? To be honest I had been always asked to do bodybuilding but I always said ‘No!’ due to the fact I didn’t like all that muscle on a woman...but as I educated myself more, and being around individuals who are knowledgeable about the sport my eyes were opened. But I like to get dolled up and rock some heels, so I’ll continue in Figure for now :)

With the introduction of the Bikini Class, would you consider changing to that class ?

Do you vary your training program during on and off season?

every year..

What’s a typical diet like for a female figure competitor?

Yes, I do.

How do you split up your training sessions?

Well since I’m doing well in figure why change it?...If it ain’t My training sessions are split broken, why fix it, as they say! up depending on what stage I’m at in my prep and it differs

Well I can only talk for myself, and my diet is high protein, low carbs/no carbs and good sources of fats. A diet for a figure competitor can vary depending on the individual...it’s a learning process basically.

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proud of myself none the less.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Who are the bodybuilders/fitness comIn 5 years’ time I would like to have gained my petitors you admire internationally and Pro card and gain the experience of stepping on locally? stage with Pros that I admire..and giving back to the sport in whatever form or fashion! They are so many but my all time favourites are, internationally, Ava Cowan, Erin Stern, Teresa Which body part/s did you bring up in your Anthony, Alicia Harris, Nicole Wilkins , Amanda Latona, India Paulino, Natalia Melo, Candice 2012 season? Keene.. Bodybuilders would be Kia, Victor MarBasically I improved on the conditioning overall, tinez, Phi, Iris and Lenda... Saving the best for especially in my legs and tightening of my glutes.. last, locally, I admire Rosalind Vanterpool, Vicki Borman and Gareth Norris..

What is your current take on the sport, and what changes would you like to see, What is in your lunch Box ? if any?

I have 5 containers in my bag and they contain Overall I would like to see more togetherness, tilapia, lettuce or spinach; if I’m using carbs, less hiding of information and more sharing it sweet potatoes; and a bottle of extra virgin olive oil. I also have my supplements for the day and equally! my water bottle .

Which are your favourite and least favourDo you have shout-outs to fan, friends or ite body parts to train? loyal supports? I love training back. I would say my least favourite Firstly I have to thank God for giving me the is chest! strength to do this each year. To my team (yes, Hardest part of contest prep - dieting or I have a team) who have worked with me from the get go.. My training and cardio partner, training? motivator - she has so many titles - Kathleen I can’t say that I have a hard part...I love to train, Hall; Rodrick Waterman, my leg partner in my and I have to eat every day so it just becomes off season; my stylists (nail tech, hairdresser, weaver, make-up artist) - these ladies are the second nature.. best - Tonia, Kathrine, Shanda, Sherry Berry and Lydia... Marv, Nicole, Gary, Julia, Vickie What is your favourite cheat meal? thank you guys for the tough love!!! To Nick, thank you babes for being there on my good Wow, is my trainer going to see this :)? I would and bad days... To my trainer, nutritionist, poshave to say almonds !!!! ing coach, training partner and friend, Gareth Norris, thank you for taking this journey with What were you hoping to accomplish for me for the last five years. Each time I came out the 2012 season? you made sure I was better than I was the last time. You showed me some tough love but it As Bajans say I wanted to carry way eva ting! was all good! To all my fans & supporters thank I did 3 shows and I won 2, and came second you!! to the overall winner in my CAC class! But I’m

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Ramona RamjitMunoz NPC BIKINI COMPETITOR Photography by Susan Leada

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Where are you currently based? Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.

adjusting to long hours of training and following a meal plan everyday.

How long have you been training? How long did it take you to achieve the January 18th 2012 was the beginning of my physique you have now? journey. About 8 months... I’ve only just begun. While you were in Barbados you did quite a bit of modelling. What prompted the change to competing in Bikini? I felt like I was in a rut at the beginning of this year and I decided this was going to be the year I focus on myself and set some goals. One of my goals was to be consistent with working out again. Years ago I was more consistent when I competed in pageants and modelled. I wanted to get in the best shape I’ve ever been. I tried by myself last year, 2011, did P90X and had good results but knew I needed something more to get the best results. Some of my girlfriends, who compete post pictures from their shows and seeing their transformations inspired me. I called up my girlfriend, Carolina, and she told me how much fun etc the shows were and gave me her trainer/coach’s information - Denise Dinger, IFBB Pro, who specializes in competition training. I met with her and found out Denise (Mama Dee) is a bodybuilder herself and competes, and it was a wrap from there. I joined her team, Dee’s Divas, that same day. Had you been oﬀ the stage for a long time before you decided to compete? Oh yeah... very long time... Last time I was on stage modelling/pageants was back in 2003, I think... Wow it had been a long time. (she laughs) Was it a diﬃcult transition from modelling to being a Bikini competitor? Not in terms of being comfortable on stage,

What keeps you competing? I’m not going to lie; it’s hard to stay motivated every single day! I use the show as my goal “finish line” and my motivation. I know that if I put in the work, the feeling of completing my goal is so rewarding. Also seeing the improvements made after each show keeps me motivated to keep going. I dig deep. NO EXCUSES!!!

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VERY strict!! I take my prep very seriously... I’m not one to “half ass” to anything and once I commit to prepping for a show, I make sure I follow my requirements. What’s the point of putting in energy and time to compete, if you’re not going to give the best you’ve got?! I eat identical meals at identical times every day. Taking my own food with me wherever I go - work, social occasions - hence why I skip going out sometimes. I eat seven small meals per day, from an extremely restricted set of options, including chicken, fish, asparagus, broccoli, brown rice, oatmeal and fruit, plus vitamins, amino acids, glutamine and other supplements. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? When you’re not in the gym training, what God willing, still involved with fitness somedo you like to do? how. Relaxing, going to the movies and hanging with my husband and my dog (my baby). What is the next show you plan to compete in? How do you fit your training around work? Haven’t planned out my 2013 season yet. I work swing shifts and it’s harder for me to train when I get off, so I get up in time to get Do you have a picture in your head of how in all my cardio and lifting before I have to you want your body to look, and if so, what go into work. improvements would you make to your current physique? What is your calorie intake like in the off Yes, I have a picture. Anyone looking to be season? better than their last time should. My goal is I haven’t had an off season until now but to continue to work on sculpting my glutes probably around 1900. and legs. What are your views with regard to supplement? Do you have any favourite supplement? I love Evogen products by Hany Rambod.

Which are your favourite and least favourite body parts to train? I love training legs, sometimes not during but love the feeling after, (she laughs) and to be honest I don’t think I have a least faHow strict are you with your diet and what’s vourite body part. I just do what my coach a typical diet like for a Bikini competitor? tells me to do.

Hardest part of contest prep - dieting or training? Well the diet is easier for me to adjust to now... For me, the hardest part is finding a balance of prepping for your show, cooking your food and portioning it out for a few days and then getting in all your daily workouts plus work plus also trying to find time for everyday life and family. Contest prep consumes you and your time for anything else is limited.

I’m done with prejudging. Who are the bodybuilders / fitness competitors you look up to? Bikini competitors I look up to are Amanda Latona, IFBB Pro and Nathalia Melo, IFBB Pro (Miss Bikini Olympia 2012). I love their glutes and my goal is to build in that area. Also Jaime Baird, IFBB pro, love her too.

If we took a look inside your lunch box, what would we find? Just finished my last show for the season What is your favourite cheat meal? Well I don’t get a cheat meal during my and it’s cheat week so I have no lunch box. prep. It would be pretty random, but if I do it’s sushi with no sauces, depending on if Do you have any shout-outs to fans, friends my coach thinks my body needs it. You best or loyal supporters? believe that nutella and hawaiian bread or My hubby, David, who supports me throughnutella with rice cakes and bananas, will be out my journey and accepts my training/diwaiting for me backstage at my show after eting schedule and mood swings; my dog

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(baby) Dexter, who showers me with unconditional love and always puts me in a good mood; my coach, now family, Denise Dinger, IFBB Pro, couldn’t do this without her by my side; My Dee’s Divas team mates www.deesdivas.com; Spartan Sports Nutrition www.spartannutritionlv.com, who sponsored me for my last show this season; my family, the Ramjits; all my local friends that support me all the way from The Island in The Sun; George & Monica Griﬃth at Surfside Wellness Centre, my 1st gym when it was behind The Hilton; Hugh Williams, my 1st consistent personal trainer that kicked my butt into gear; and big shout out to all my supporters on my Facebook Athlete Page www.facebook.com/R. Ramjit.Munoz, they keep me motivated and pushing on.

COMPETITION HISTORY: 2012 NPC GNC Southern California Championships (National Qualifier) - 2nd Place Bikini D 2012 NPC GNC Excalibur Championships (National Qualifier) - 6th Place Bikini D 2012 NPC Las Vegas Classic (National Qualifier) - 7th Place Bikini C 2012 NPC Los Angeles Grand Prix (National Qualifier) 2012 NPC Jay Cutler Desert Classic

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J&S Health, Fitness and Sports Academy 65

Accessibility 8/10

he gym is housed at #6 Holder’s Hill, St. James, Barbados, and is easily accessible via public transport. Although there are no bus stops outside the gym it is a short 5 minute walk from either a Holder’s Hill mini bus or a route 10 minivan bus stop. For those who will be driving to the gym, there is ample dedicated, lit, oﬀ-street parking.

Opening hours: 8/10

he gym has opening hours that would suit most people, however note that as this is a family-run gym, it does not open on Sundays. Monday - Friday 4:30 am to 9:30 pm Saturday -7:00 am to 6:00 pm Sunday - Closed

Facilities: 8/10

&S Health, Fitness and Sports Academy oďŹ&#x20AC;ers a wide range of facilities: Cardio:

2 Cardio Rooms 1 Spin Room 1 Multi-use Studio

Weights:

3 Weight Rooms Machines Free Weights

Classes:

Spinning Strictly Abs Aerobics Cardio Kick boxing Core Circuit Training Flexibility Pilates

Other Services:

Personal Trainers Individual Programs Massage Therapy

The spin room is the only room with air conditioning; however the rest of the gym is well ventilated and fans are provided in every room.

Fees: 9/10

here is a lot of variety when it comes to fees. There is a wide range of options for both members and non-members, as well as discounts for students and seniors. A registration Fee of $50.00 charged on the first payment of membership. J & S Academy has two main categories of gym membership: Limited Membership: ** $120.00 Limited members are entitled to a maximum of twelve (12) gym sessions per month. Unlimited Membership: ** $150.00 Unlimited members can have an unlimited number of gym sessions per month. Optional: 3 - Months Unlimited ** $420.00 (Can be paid in monthly instalments as follows: $150, $140, $130) Weekly (Unlimited)** $ 65.00 Single Session $15.00 Member Specials Students/Seniors Special** Full-time students (who are not employed) and individuals 65 years or older can apply for the student/senior rate. Proof of oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s status (student or senior) must be provided . Limited Monthly $100.00 Unlimited Monthly $120.00 Yearly lump sum $1,000 Yearly Instalments $1,120.00 ($560 deposit and 4 instalments of $140)

Fees (cont’d)

ym/Specialty Class Combo**$145.00 monthly This package entitles members to a maximum of 16 sessions per month (12 gym sessions & 4 speciality classes).

Class Combo $125.00 monthly This package entitles members to a maximum of 12 gym classes per month. Any mix of base and speciality classes is permitted under this package.

Corporate Yearly** Yearly unlimited membership for 5 or more individuals from within the same corporation. Where paid in a lump sum $1,200.00/person Where paid in instalments $1,320.00/person ($660 deposit with the balance payable within 4 months) ** Unlimited ‘Base’ classes (Aerobics, Step Aerobics, Core, Flexibility, Circuit Training & Strictly Abs) are inclusive within the membership package

Average Score: 8.25

Hardcore: 5/10

he gym is right in the middle when it comes to hardcore training. It caters to both the hardcore trainer, with its 150 lbs dumbbells and wide range of machines. However, it is not the kind of gym where you will hear the clanging of dumbbells dropping from a great height or people screaming and shouting as they train. There is something for all levels there.

Bulimic to B Domini Alleyne’s Story

Photography by Reginald King (Tropic Beauty Studios) Graphics by Richard Boyce (Photographflair)

omini Alleyne is a young, upcoming Bikini Figure competitor who has caused a stir by copping two second places in her first two shows. In spite of her seemingly effortless success, Domini has been battling the very serious and life-threatening illness of bulimia. Bulimia nervosa is a disorder characterized by abnormal eating behaviour. Affected persons binge on food or have regular episodes of overeating and feel a loss of control. They then use various methods, such as vomiting or laxative abuse, to prevent weight gain. Persons with bulimia may also suffer from other eating disorders such as anorexia. However, unlike anorexics, bulimics are usually average or above average weight, whereas anorexics are generally underweight. Bulimia is far more common in women and is mostly seen in adolescent girls and young women. Affected persons are often very aware of their extreme eating and some may even feel fear or guilt about their binge-purge episodes. There is a general misconception that bulimia is not life threatening; this is far from fact. Common side effects of this illness include heart attacks and strokes and fatalities resulting from bulimics being deprived of potassium and electrolytes due to excessive vomiting. Bulimia is still fairly taboo and many affected persons are embarrassed to come forward to talk about the illness. In an effort to help others who may be affected, Domini has been more than willing to answer a few questions and give us some insight into her day-to-day struggle with the disorder.

eating large amounts of food or buying large amounts of food that disappear right away. Was any of this behaviour typical with your bulimia? Oh yes. I remember a friend saying to me, “Why do you eat so much? You’re always eating.” I was angry because I was being questioned, then I started covering by eating gar2. The binge-purge cycle is the most den or fruit salads when I was around people. common form of bulimia; however fasting for days on end after a large binge session 4. The causes of bulimia are not known; or excessive exercise are also used. Did you however social environments are imporengage in these behaviours as well? tant, including stressful situations, traumatFasting, yes, I used to call them spiritual ic life events and the cultural pressure for fasts.. (she laughs) Then when it was over I’d women in the western world to aspire to a go on a junk food feast. low body weight. Do you remember an incident or change in lifestyle that may have 3. Hand in hand with the physical symp- pressured you into this extreme eating? toms is a host of psychological and behavioural symptoms including: regularly going HMMMM… It was in 2002 after my third to the bathroom right after meals; suddenly

1. There’s a host of symptoms associated with bulimia, including: forcing oneself to vomit; excessive exercise; use of laxatives, enemas, or diuretics. Did you exhibit any of these signs and did anyone notice? I forced myself to vomit and used most laxatives.

Bikini Fit pageantry. I joined a local modeling group. I was told I needed to lose weight and I wasn’t even that big. So someone taught me how to lose the weight. 5. Due to all of the stomach acids coming back up, ulcers and stomach ruptures are common in bulimics. The stomach acids eat away at the insides and can cause serious damage to teeth and the throat. Did you have any side eﬀects? No, I didn’t experience those things. I was “smart” about what I was doing. I visited my doctor often as well as the dentist. When the doctor saw me I would always lie about how I was feeling because I knew what I was doing. 6. How hard was it to confront the fact that you had bulimia? It was HARD, I was in denial for years. It was my drug and I couldn’t stop. I didn’t want to stop. I liked it, I loved it.. but it was hurting me and I really didn’t care. 7. Do you think that your modelling career contributed to your disorder? Big time! It’s every little girl’s dream to be a model, be in magazines, in the papers, on TV. But, at the same time, what looks like a dream becomes your worst nightmare, your sickness, your death. 8. Not all bulimics require therapy. Often an understanding of nutrition and proper eating habits can resolve the disorder and only where bulimics have also developed anorexia is professional treatment required. How did you deal with your bulimia? The first time I said I’d stop, I only did it for a month, then I couldn’t deal with not doing what I was doing… I couldn’t deal with it at all.

9. How are you dealing with being a recovering bulimic on a daily basis? Now I’m dealing with it well. After I opened up and let my close friends know what I was dealing with, they were very supportive and are still supporting me. 10. How has your diet changed since you realised you had the disorder? WOW … Drastically and for the better.

14. We’ve seen that fasting for days on end after a large binge session or excessive exercise may also be used by persons affected by this disorder. Bulking up in the off-season and dieting down for competition can be seen as a continuation of this behaviour. What is the difference? It’s not the same… while being bulimic you eat and vomit, you don’t take any vitamins, your body suffers, you get sick. In the off season from competition, you have to feed your body and muscles, but when the training and dieting start again, you’re still eating but not the way you would during off season.

11. What was the key motivation for competing in the Bikini Fitness class? My trainer “Jackie” said I would do well and so I believed him. And at the same I wanted to use the platform to help younger people with what I was dealing with… Bulimia. 15. What are some of the signs to look out for if you suspect that someone you 12. What is a typical daily meal plan and know might be bulimic? how does that diﬀer from your competition Depression, anxiety, social isolation, excesprep? sively negative body image, preoccupation Breakfast: tea with fried plantain and chick- with body shape and weight and being very en nuggets. Lunch: rice, pie, fish or chicken. secretive about food. Also, when you oﬀer Dinner: ground provision or Guyanese dhal something to eat and they don’t want to acpuri. And that’s when I’m not prepping for cept. Most bulimics prefer to eat by thema competition. During competition time, selves and not around anyone. breakfast: about 4-6 egg whites, oats, fruits. Lunch: boiled chicken breast, broccoli. Din- 16. When next are we going to see you on ner: grilled fish salad…. Sometimes I find stage? myself eating 6 – 8 times a day, in very small I have a competition coming up in March amounts. 2013 and I’m so looking forward to it. I’m excited. 13. How do you deal with diet as a Bikini Fitness competitor and do you ever find 17. If you had a few words of advice for yourself reverting to your previous habits? anyone dealing with bulimia what would Oh my, it’s so intense and strict. Everything they be? has to be measured and weighed. And I Talk to someone, never feel like no one cares can’t eat just anything. Protein, fibre and or wouldn’t understand. When you open carb. have to be the right amount per a day. I up that’s the only way people would know never find myself reverting to my past habits what’s really going on. Stop playing with your although I was afraid that if I pushed myself body, treat it like the love of your life and it too hard during training I might; but it never would treat you well. It’s the only body you’ll happened. ever have.

class Difference What’s the diﬀerence between Bikini Fitness and Body Fitness? ness? e have watched numerous Bodybuilding and Fitness ness competitions over the years, and there has always been een a clear division between the women’s classes. Now with h the introduction of the Bikini class those divisions seem to have been een halved overnight and we, like many others, have been left scratchingg our heads over the separation between classes and some of the placings gs at the end of these shows. We set ourselves the task of trying to find what separated the he classes utlined below w and in so doing determining the scoring criteria. We have outlined nline, and the end results of our search, albeit limited to a few hours online, delines and generally leading to frustration with the lack of clear-cut guidelines

limited confidence in knowing what judges are looking for. We hope that you the comparison of our findings useful. Both the Women Body Fitness and Women Bikini Fitness categories have been oﬃcially recognized as sport disciplines by the IFBB Congress. The Women Body Fitness was recognized on October 27, 2002 and Women Bikini Fitness, the younger class, was recognized on November 07, 2010. In both categories at national level contestants are not permitted to cross over into Bodybuilding, Body Fitness or Women Fitness at the same event. All other competitions permit crossovers at the discretion of the promoter with district chairperson’s approval1.

Rounds, Presentation and Stage Presence Both categories have two rounds of competition; however the major diﬀerence between Body Fitness and Bikini Fitness competitors is their stage presence2.

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Posing for Body Fitness can be compared to that of a gymnast. Figure competitors are very graceful in their movement and their T-walk is more structured with mandatory poses. In the prejudging round the competitors walk to the centre of the stage and perform quarter (1/4) turns, face the judges as directed then proceed to the side of the stage to await their call outs1,2.

Bikini Fitness competitors have in the past had more flexibility with their posing and stage presence. The new IFBB rules have been revised and structured poses have now been included, removing some of that freedom. However these new rules still keep the sassy, sexy element in competitors’ stage presence, which can be compared to flair of cheer leaders1,2.

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Round 1 is the Prejudging. Competitors are assessed using quarter turns in their black bikini.

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Round 2 is the Finals. Quarter turns are used to assess the competitors in two-piece bikinis of their choosing1.

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Round 1 is the Prejudging. Competitors are assessed using quarter turns in their bikini.

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Round 2 is the Finals with T-walking plus Quarter Turns. The same bikini as round 1 is to be used1.

**In both classes an elimination round will be held when there are more than 15 competitors in a category, in which case the IFBB Stage Director will direct the competitors through the four quarter turns. Note: Competitors will not chew gum or candy while onstage1.

Attire The competitors in both categories compete in two-piece swim suits. The specification for the suits is very diﬀerent and very detailed, even down to the level of body coverage. In the Women Body Fitness class the attire changes between the rounds while in the Bikini Fitness categories competitors wear the same suit in all rounds. In both categories the IFBB Chief Oﬃcial, or a delegated representative, will have the right to determine if a competitor’s attire meets an acceptable standard of taste and decency1.

Round 1 The IFBB have set out revised specifications for the two-piece bikinis. The suits will conform to the following criteria:

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The bikini will be plain, opaque two-piece in style and will be solid black in colour.

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The bikini will be two-piece in style of any color and pattern. It must be in good taste.

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The bikini fabric will be cloth in material - no plastic, rubberized or similar material - and matt in texture, i.e. no shiny material.

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The bikini will contain no ornamentation, frills, lacework edges or borders and will cover a minimum of ½ of the gluteus maximus and all of the frontal area1.

The bikini bottom will cover a minimum of 1/3 of the gluteus maximus and bottom part of the frontal area. Strings are strictly prohibited1.

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High-heels will be worn during this round. Shoe style must be black, classic stiletto pump, with a closed toe and heel.

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Sole thickness will be no greater than 7 millimeters; stiletto height will be no greater than 120 millimeters.

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Platform high-heels will be strictly prohibited1. The hair may be styled1.

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Except for a wedding ring and/or small studtype earrings, jewelery will not be worn1.

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High-heels of any style and color will be worn during this round.

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Platform high heels will be strictly prohibited1.

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The hair may be styled1.

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Athletes are expected to have a natural and healthy tan. Staining, removable bronzers are strictly prohibited1. Jewelery may be worn provided it will be in a good taste1.

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Round 2 The IFBB have set out revised specifications for the two-piece bikinis. The suits will conform to the following criteria: • The attire for Round 2 will conform to the • Two-piece bikini of colour, material and texsame criteria as for Round 11. ture at the discretion of the competitor. •

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The bikini will cover a minimum of ½ of the gluteus maximus and all of the lower abdomen area1. High-heels will be worn during this round. Shoe style and colour may be at the competitor’s discretion.

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The sole thickness will be no greater than 7.00 millimeters; stiletto height will be no greater than 120 millimeters.

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Platform high-heels will be strictly prohibited1. The hair may be styled1. Except for a wedding ring and/or small studtype earrings, jewelery will not be worn1.

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Categories The categories of competition in both of these classes are based upon the heights of the competitors. The weight does not enter into this as with most other classes of competition in the IFBB and NPC1,2. At the World Championships both classes are open in the following categories:

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There are four categories in senior women’s body fitness world-level competitions, currently as follows:

a. Class A: Up to and incl 158 cm b. Class B: Up to and incl 163 cm

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There are two categories in senior women’s bikini fitness world-level competitions, currently as follows:

a. Class A: Up to and incl. 163 cm b. Class B: Over 163 cm1

c. Class C: Up to and incl 168 cm d. Class D: Over 168 cm •

There are two categories in junior women’s body fitness:

a. Class A: Up to and incl 163 cm b. Class B: Over 163 cm •

There is one open category in master women’s body fitness world-level competitions1.

So there is almost no diﬀerence in the definition of the class according to NPC/IFBB federations as both classes have the same criteria and are divided into height classes and the same restrictions. The definitions of the class as outlined above are very vague and appear identical but further investigations show these two classes to be very diﬀerent.

Muscularity It can be seen that, generally, the Body Fitness competitors tend to display more muscle than Bikini competitors. This division becomes more prominent as you move up the ranks from Amateur to the Pro level2.

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BIKINI FITNESS

Muscles should be toned but not showing muscle fibres like a bodybuilder, balanced on both sides, and proportioned throughout. The muscularity in the figure competitors is more prominent and is the most obvious distinction. Women in the Figure classes have capped deltoids and V-taper, in the back1,2.

Muscles should be toned but not showing, balanced on both sides, and proportioned throughout, tend to be smaller in stature than Figure and a slightly higher body fat percentage creating a smoother overall appearance.

The women in the Bikini classes have less visible muscle, oﬀering a more toned appearance. The V-taper of the back is not as prominent and there is not as much emphasis on back development1,2.

Scoring The criteria for scoring both categories are very similar, with the omission or inclusion of the odd word here. These words may seem unimportant on their own but upon further inspection and in combination they clearly indicate a diﬀerence what is begin scored.

Round 1 The IFBB rules for the scoring instruct the judge to score on the following criteria for both classes: • First assess the overall athletic appearance of the physique, beginning with a general impression of the physique and taking into consideration the hair and facial beauty. •

The presentation of a balanced, symmetrically developed, physique is assessed, along with the condition of the skin and the skin tone, and the athlete’s ability to present herself with confidence, poise and grace.

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The physique should be assessed as to its level of overall muscle tone.

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The physique should be assessed as to its lev- • el of overall muscle tone, achieved through athletic endeavours.

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The muscle groups should have a round and firm appearance with a small amount of body fat1.

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The physique should neither be excessively muscular nor excessively lean and should be free from deep muscle separation and/or striations.

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Physiques that are considered either too muscular or too lean must be marked down1.

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The assessment should also take into consideration the tightness and tone of the skin which should be smooth and healthy in appearance, and without cellulite.

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The face, hair and makeup should complement the “Total Package” presented by the athlete.

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The judge’s assessment of the athlete’s physique should include the athlete’s entire presentation, from the moment she walks onstage until the moment she walks oﬀstage.

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At all times, competitors must be viewed with the emphasis on a “healthy, fit, athletic” physique, in an attractively presented “Total Package”1.

The assessment should begin with a general impression of the physique, the overall body development and shape1.

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The physique should be assessed as to its level of overall body tone, achieved through athletic endeavours and diet.

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The body parts should have a nice and firm appearance with a decreased amount of body fat1.

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BIKINI FITNESS

The Body Fitness class is all about the overall muscle. This division opts for a higher body fat than those of the Bodybuilding division. Body Fitness competitions also focus on tightness and on the muscular aspects but to a lesser extent than the Bodybuilding competition1,2.

The Bikini competitors are well toned and are all about looking good in a bikini. They will typically carry a higher percentage body fat content compared to that of the Fitness division1,2.

The IFBB rules on scoring make it clear that there is a diďŹ&#x20AC;erence in leanness and muscularity between the classes.

Any competitor who exhibits excessive muscularity definition and vascularity is to be marked down1.

Quarter Turns WOMEN BODY FITNESS

BIKINI FITNESS

Quarter Turn Right:

Front Stance

Erect stance, head and eyes facing the same direction as the body, heels together, feet inclined outward at a 30째 angle, knees together and unbent, stomach in, chest out, shoulders back, left arm kept slightly back from the center-line of the body with a slight bend at the elbow, thumb and fingers together, palm facing the direction of the body, hand slightly cupped, right arm kept slightly front of the center-line of the body with a slight bend at the elbow, thumb and fingers together, palm facing the body, hand slightly cupped. The positioning of the arms will cause the upper body to twist slightly to the left, with the left shoulder lowered and the right shoulder raised. This is normal and must not be exaggerated.

Front stance: competitors will stand with one hand resting on the hip and one leg slightly moved forward and to the side.

Quarter Turn Back: Erect stance, head and eyes facing the same direction as the body, heels together, feet inclined outward at a 30째 angle, knees together and unbent, stomach in, chest out, shoulders back, both arms kept at the side along the centerline of the body, elbows slightly bent, thumbs and fingers together, palms facing the body and hold about 10 cm out of the body, hands slightly cupped1.

Quarter turn right: competitors will perform the first quarter turn to the right. They will stand left side to the judges, with upper body slightly turned toward the judges and face looking at the judges. Left hand resting on the left hip, feet placed freely but not together. Quarter turn back: competitors will perform the next quarter turn to the right and will stand back to the judges. Feet not more than 30 cm apart. One hand resting on the hip, other arm hanging relaxed at the side of the body. Competitors are not allowed to turn their upper body towards the judges and should face the back of the stage at all time during the comparison. Quarter turn right: competitors will do the next quarter turn to the right and will stand their right side to the judges, with upper body slightly turned toward the judges and face looking at the judges. Right hand resting on the right hip, feet placed freely but not together. Quarter turn front: competitors will do the last quarter turn to the right and will perform front stance.7. The total number of comparisons will be as decided by the Chief Judge or Stage1.

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BIKINI FITNESS

Quarter Turn Right: Erect stance, head and eyes facing the same direction as the body, heels together, feet inclined outward at a 30° angle, knees together and unbent, stomach in, chest out, shoulders back, right arm kept slightly back from the centerline of the body with a slight bend at the elbow, thumb and fingers together, palm facing the direction of the body, hand slightly cupped, left arm kept slightly front of the center-line of the body with a slight bend at the elbow, thumb and fingers together, palm facing the body, hand slightly cupped. The positioning of the arms will cause the upper body to twist slightly to the right, with the right shoulder lowered and the left shoulder raised. This is normal and must not be exaggerated.1

REFERENCES: 1. http://www.ifbb.com/page.php?id=6 2. http://bpm.tv/bikini-fitness-model-or-figure/ 3. http://npcnewsonline.com/rules/

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 4. http://www.diﬀerencebetween.net/miscellaneous/culture-miscellaneous/diﬀerence-betweenfigure-competition-and-bikini-competition/

5. http://www.figureandbikini.org/a/275/Figure-vs-Bikini

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Bikini and Physique 1. Dr. Forde, we see that the calendar for the 2013 season is out and included is a new show+ - Bikini Fitness & Men’s Physique Cup. What was the reason for this addition? Bikini Fitness and Men’s Physique are the newest and most rapidly growing IFBB bodybuilding and fitness disciplines. Pro cards will be available at the CAC Championships starting in 2013 in both divisions. There is an excellent chance that in a few years multiple Pro cards will be available, especially in Bikini Fitness. In order to maintain our dominance at the CAC level and also look towards expanding the exposure of athletes at the world championships level, it is necessary to develop these disciplines on the island. The BABBFF thinks the time is right to pair these two mainstream fitness disciplines that can appeal to the average fitness enthusiast. There has been a void in the calendar for the last few years after the discontinuation of the privately promoted Mr. St Michael show. The Barbados Bikini Fitness and Men’s Physique Cup will fill this void perfectly.

inclination towards bodybuilding to have a stepping-stone into Bodybuilding. There are many individuals who are not interested in being as highly developed as a bodybuilder but are proud of their level of development and fitness. This new discipline puts our sport into the mainstream where it belongs, as it is the foundation for all physical sports.

4. Has the new show been created to separate fitness and physique from mainstream bodybuilding? No, not at all! All of the IFBB disciplines will be on show at the Bridgetown/Novice/Teenager and the National Championships. There is also the Darcy Beckles Classic and Mr. Schoolboy. There needs to be a concerted eﬀort through the National Sports Council and gyms locally to increase the base of active athletes in our sport. These bodies need time to develop. There are four shows (mentioned above) in which the flagship disciplines, Bodybuilding and Body Fitness are showcased. We need to increase the number of active athletes first, before we can have more shows for hardcore bodybuilding on the calendar. Fans 2. How has the interest for the new and athletes would become tired of seeing show been? the same individuals on stage. We need gym So far the interest has been good. I expect shows to introduce new people to the sport that the field will be large and allow many as well. first time competitors to have the experience of being on stage. The BABBFF also This new event is here because these newly hopes that gyms will see these disciplines as developed disciplines are good enough to an introduction for athletes to bodybuilding have their own dedicated showcase. and fitness generally. 5. One would expect that with these 3. How has the inclusion of Physique new classes there has been a need to brief changed the landscape of fitness and body- the judges on the requirements for these classes. What are the main diﬀerences building? The introduction of Physique to the IFBB dis- between these new classes and the more ciplines has allowed many men who have an traditional classes?

e Cup Interview with Dr. A. Forde and expanded. We are also looking to develop specialist panels for each discipline based on the aptitude of our judges. This work will continue, as we want our judges to be the best in the Caribbean. As with all bodybuilding and fitness divisions the overall physique is assessed for balance, proportion, symmetry, shape and skin tone. Hair and facial beauty is also a minor consideration just as with Body Fitness. The main diversion from the traditional classes is that athleticism without excessive muscularity and extreme conditioning is expected. Muscle separation and striations are not necessary. Stage presence, poise and personality presented in a confident manner is a very important component. The charismatic athlete with the most complete athletic physique represents the ideal winner. We are not looking for carbon copy methods as it relates to the display of the physique. The individual personality of each competitor should be evident. 6. Will the format of the show be diďŹ&#x20AC;erent from the other shows in 2013? The IFBB format is standard. When there are large divisions the field is reduced to a top 15 using some of the mandatory poses. The group is further reduced to six finalists who perform all of the rounds of the discipline to determine the top placings. When there are enough competitors they are divided into their respective height categories. This format will not change. 7. With the Darcy Beckles Classic there was a change to the format used to pose the bikini competitors, where quarter turns were used as opposed to half turns. Will we see a return to the standard format? The quarter turns for bikini is the correct

format. Last year the BABBFF used front and back poses, as the field was too inexperienced to allow for the quarter turns. There was also insuďŹ&#x192;cient time to teach the coaches the correct methods. For the sake of uniformity that alteration was necessary. The two athletes who represented Barbados at the CAC championships were posed during preparation for the games with the quarter turns. Quarter turns will be used from now on, as all athletes will be prepared with the expectation that Barbados will have its first IFBB Pro Bikini athlete at the next CAC Championships in the Dominican Republic. There will be athlete meetings before each competition to reinforce posing to our athletes. 8. Lastly, how can interested persons get in contact to register? The forms for the competition will be available via e-mail from the Secretary or myself. The e-mail addresses are Shirley.garnes@ hilton.com and skindeep@caribsurf.com. Eventually they will be available from Retro Fit/Facebook, Barbados Bodybuilding and Figure/Facebook, and gyms. We (the BABBFF) look forward to enquiries from all interested individuals. We can also arrange for assessments of physiques in cases where athletes are not sure they are up to the required standard. Where necessary we can also suggest gyms and trainers for individuals who are trying to prepare alone. The BABBFF will facilitate, where possible, the needs of all athletes as we continue to promote and administrate these healthy endeavours.

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