Chris Bell Working on MMA/Painkiller-Based Script
By Joe Pietaro
When he first put together the idea of making a documentary about steroid use and the public’s reaction – or better yet overreaction – to it, Chris Bell never figured on the finished product coming out the way it eventually did, let alone having the opportunity to do another movie.
“I’m really surprised that the reaction has been this big,” he said of the 2008 Magnolia Films release he co-wrote and directed, “but in a way I also thought when we started making the movie that it was such an important issue to explore.”
The Poughkeepsie, New York native envisioned getting the marquee names that garnered the headlines on the front and back pages of the tabloids and getting their opinions to lead “Bigger, Stronger, Faster*.”
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Patrick Arnold’s Proviant Technologies being auctioned off
by Anthony Roberts
The nutritional company Proviant Technologies, which was formerly owned in part by BALCO chemist Patrick Arnold, has shut their doors for good and is auctioning off their manufacturing equipment. ErgoPharm, Patrick Arnold’s other company was sold last year, just prior to the facilities of both companies being raided by the DEA. Harry Davis & Company has listed the property and all of the Proviant equipment and assets located at 309 W. Hensley Rd., Champaign, IL 61822, to be going up for auction on Wednesday July, 22nd, 2009.
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Breaking News: Coleman Comeback Confirmed for 2010
By Joe Pietaro
As heard first on today’s episode of MuscleSport Radio, Ronnie Coleman will make his comeback at the 2010 Mr. Olympia. The eight-time Sandow winner said in a live interview that he just made up his mind “a few days ago.”
Coleman originally intended on competing in this year’s Olympia but his travel commitments with BSN proved to be too much and would have affected his preparation.
The back injury that caused him to finish in fourth place at the 2007 Mr. Olympia and subsequent surgery that made him sit out 2008 is 100 percent and was not a factor in Coleman putting off his comeback by a year. Coleman feels that the time off will be an advantage for him, as far as the back recuperation and not putting his body through contest prep for the past few years.
Coleman made a recent guest posing appearance at the Atlantic States in New York City and stated that he weighed under 300 pounds that night. During his active career, he said that he would go as high as 320 in the offseason and cut down to approximately 295 on stage.
Tied with Lee Haney for the most Olympia wins, Coleman still has that fire and desire to go out there and will make history with his ninth Olympia victory.
When ‘The King’ walks on the stage next year in Las Vegas, it will be the biggest comeback in bodybuilding history since Arnold Schwarzenegger returned in 1980 after five years away from competing.
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Jillian Michaels Launches Supplement Line
Jillian Michaels, New York Times bestselling author and renowned wellness coach from NBC’s The Biggest Loser announces her first ever line of weight-loss products in partnership with ThinCare International. The new products will officially launch at the 2009 National Association of Chain Drug Stores Marketplace in Boston, Massachusetts on June 29, 2009.
Scientifically Developed
The new products are designed to help individuals overcome a few of the pitfalls to successful weight loss – not having the willpower to reduce caloric intake, and not seeing and feeling results quickly enough to motivate and continue toward a healthier lifestyle.
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NPC Texas Chairman Lee Thompson Arrested in Possession of Large Quantities of Anabolic Steroids
by Millard Baker
NPC Texas Chairman Lee Thompson was found in possession of “large quantities of different types of anabolic steroids” when he was arrested on May 25, 2009 according to federal prosecutors. Fort Bend County Sheriff Deputies arrested Thompson after a federal grand jury indicted him on steroid conspiracy charges for his alleged involvement with the “Falkenhagen” group.
Chris Downey, the attorney for Lee Thompson, dismissed the government’s characterization of the “large quantities” of steroids in his client’s possession as inappropriate. Downey argued that the quantity of steroids found was “consistent with personal use” IF all the steroids that were expired and therefore unsuitable for use were EXCLUDED.
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Dennis Wolf Has Upper Hand for Mr. Olympia Title
By Joe Pietaro
Bodybuilding fans are on the crux of what may be remembered as one of the most competitive Mr. Olympia contests of all time. There are six legitimate contenders who could finish in any order and you could make an argument for either of them. Add to that number if a few others come into Las Vegas the way they should and it may be an unprecedented contest.
Take your pick from defending champion Dexter Jackson, his predecessor Jay Cutler, Phil Heath, Victor Martinez, Kai Greene and Dennis Wolf. Just for shits and giggles, let’s add Branch Warren, Toney Freeman and Silvio Samuel. And let’s not forget the fact that Ronnie Coleman is still undecided if he is going to make a comeback or not.
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USADA Travis Tygart Urges State Attorneys General to Sue Supplement Companies
by Millard Baker
Travis Tygart, CEO of the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), urged the country’s attorneys general to start suing supplement companies using consumer protection laws. Tygart made his comments at the 2009 National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) summer conference on June 17, 2009 in Colorado Springs. Tygart wants the attorneys general to take action at the state level to further the USADA’s agenda of preventing competitive athletes from using dietary supplements that are prohibited by their respective sports and/or the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) (”USADA chief urges states to act on supplements,” June 19).
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Stamina-Rx Supplement Recalled by FDA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 15, 2009 – Norcross, GA – Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (“Hi-Tech”), 6015-B Unity Dr., Norcross, GA 30071, announced today that it is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of the company’s product sold under the name Stamina-Rx.
On May 1, 2009, Hi-Tech was notified by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that FDA’s lab analysis of one lot of Stamina-Rx samples found that the product contained the undeclared ingredient ? benzamidenafil ? a Phosphodiesterase Type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor. The lot number found to contain benzamidenafil is Lot 08141578, Exp. 9/10. Benzamidenafil is in the same therapeutic class of active pharmaceutical ingredients that include the PDE5 inhibitors sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil, that are FDA-approved for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED). Benzamidenafil is not FDA-approved, and poses a threat to consumers because benzamidenafil may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. Consumers with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates and may be most susceptible to adverse effects from this product.
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Burn The Fat, Feed The Muscle: The 7th Anniversary Interview
On the 7th anniversary of the release of the international best-seller, Burn The Fat, Feed The Muscle, One of Tom Venuto’s associates tracked Tom down for the first interview he’s done in quite a while talking specifically about his Burn The Fat system and what has made it so successful for all these years. Amazingly, Burn The Fat has fans and followers in over 141 countries and its popularity is STILL growing, especially with the much-anticipated Burn The Fat 2.0 slated for release later this year. Check out what’s new with tom and Burn The Fat in this brand new interview.
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About Bodybuilding & Fat Loss Coach, Tom Venuto
Tom Venuto is a fat loss expert, natural (steroid-free) bodybuilder, nutrition researcher and author. His #1 best-selling diet e-book, Burn The Fat, Feed The Muscle, teaches you how to get lean without drugs or supplements using secrets of the world’s best bodybuilders and fitness models. Tom has written hundreds of articles and been featured in IRONMAN, Natural Bodybuilding, Muscular Development, Men’s Exercise, Men’s Fitness, First for Women, The Wall Street Journal and Oprah Magazine. For more information about Tom’s Burn The Fat e-book, visit the home page at: Burn The Fat, Feed The Muscle
Mr Universe Lou Ferrigno Training Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson is being trained by Lou Ferrigno.
The ‘Incredible Hulk’ actor – a former Mr. Universe – is paying secret visits to the ‘Thriller’ star’s Los Angeles home to help him prepare for his forthcoming ‘This Is It’ run of shows at London’s O2 arena.
A source toldBritain’s The Sun newspaper: “Lou has been visiting Michael to build him up so he can perform his dance routines.
“But Michael refuses to lift weights. He doesn’t want to bulk up.”
The 50-year-old singer – who weighs a reported 126lbs and eats just one meal a day – is reportedly battling skin cancer and is said to be terrified gaining weight will damage his chances of beating the disease.
Michael and Lou struck up a friendship two years ago when the ‘Bad’ singer began using the 57-year-old actor’s gym.
Lou said at the time: “Michael is more delicate. Our trainer conditioned him for dancing.
“He likes me, he feels safe with me. He was nervous about people looking at him when he’s training.”
Last month, it was revealed the ‘Beat It’ star would kick off his concert run on July 13, five days later than originally planned.
Shows scheduled to take place on July 10, 12 and 14 have been moved to the end of the residency in March 2010.
