Archive for February, 2008

SUNDANCE ’08 – Meet the Filmmaker: Christopher Bell

“Bigger, Stronger, Faster,” which will inevitably be described as reminiscent of Michael Moore because the director, Chris Bell, has a strong and humorous voice and he’s out to explore nothing less than the American dream, through the lens of the bodybuilding craze that made he and his brothers take steroids like they were candy. Since we were full up at the inn already, we squeezed it in to the Forrest at 5pm on Friday, right up against the March into March.

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Richfield bodybuilder died of painkiller overdose
by Paul Walsh, Star Tribune

Erik (The Viking) Fromm, for many years one of the nation’s leading amateur bodybuilders, died in his Richfield home from an overdose of a highly potent and addictive painkiller, authorities said today.

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Many people have already heard that the world’s largest bodybuilding company, bodybuilding.com, sold a huge controlling stake to Liberty Media, parent of QVC, for $100 million dollars. However, what some people don’t know is that there are those who are panicking for various reasons and some even believe that the sale could cause the sport of bodybuilding to die off!

Find me a person with a TV and I’ll find you someone who’s seen countless commercials for those ridiculous work-at-home guides and plans that promise you’ll be making hundreds of thousands of dollars in no time, all from the comfort of your own home. And there’s a good reason why so many of these “fabulous” work-at-home products exist. It’s because people are dreamers.

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Detailed information for all Arnold Amateur Competitors:

A revised schedule of events for the 2008 IFBB Arnold Amateur Bodybuilding, Fitness and Figure Championships. Please read the information thoroughly prior to your arrival her in Columbus, Ohio.

Each competitor will be provided with a wrist band at the competitor check in, good for admission into the Arnold Fitness Expo from February 29 – March 2, 2008. Be sure to have this wrist band if you are in the finals on Saturday morning March 1, 2008. Expo officials will not permit you into the Expo area without your wrist band.

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Check out the exclusive footage from the 2008 Arnold Classic Sports Festival that is being held February 29th thru March 2nd in Columbus Ohio. We will be updating this page with exclusive video’s, picture galleries, results, reviews & more…

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If you plan on competing or attending any bodybuilding/figure shows in 2008 this newsletter has all show dates and times! Also visit Jeff Taylor’s website for up to date info on all NPC contests in the Rocky Mountain region: www.jefftaylor.com

Craig Titus linked to Andy Pettitte?
February 18th, 2008

A story that broke today is reportedly linking Craig Titus to New York Yankee’s pitcher, Andy Pettitte.

Report: Pettitte HGH source came from ex-high school classmate

New York, NY (Sports Network) – The human growth hormone Andy Pettitte received from his father reportedly came from a former high school classmate of the New York Yankees pitcher.

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Phil Heath Wins 2008 Ironman Pro!
by Dave Palumbo
Sunday, 17 February 2008

February 16, 2008. The 19th rendition of the IRONMAN Pro is now in the history Books and tonight’s show proved to be one of the deepest lineups ever. By the time the first callout was over, two men stood ahead of the rest-Phil Heath and Gustavo Badell. Badell, a 2005 Ironman Champion, was coming off a mediocre 2007 Mr. Olympia showing and he was determined to make a statement. Heath, after winning 2 Pro Shows– New York and Colorado- in his rookie season and placing 4th at the 2007 Arnold, was looking to prove he was the real deal!
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Stallone Puts Muscle Behind HGH
by Elizabeth Weise
Wednesday, 06 February 2008
From USA TODAY

To get ready for the new Rambo movie, actor Sylvester Stallone, 61, has stated publicly that he took human growth hormone and testosterone, substances that supposedly promote a lean, muscular body. But doctors and scientists who study these potent hormones say Stallone may be playing with more firepower than even Rambo can handle.

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Erik “The Viking” Fromm was found dead at his Wisconsin home last night (February 4). The cause of death has not been determined. Erik was a consistent top 10 NPC Super-Heavyweight Bodybuilder. The 2004 NPC Nationals would be the last time he took the stage.

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Lee Priest Suicide Rumors
Sunday, 03 February 2008

Rumors are flying across cyberspace regarding the health and mental status of former IFBB Pro Lee Priest. Did he try to kill himself or is this yet another prank on the part of the always-controversial Priest?

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THE YAMAGISHI CASE
by Allan Donnelly
January 31st, 2008

On December 8, 2007, IFBB professional bodybuilder Hidetada Yamagishi was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport after a random search of Yamagishi’s luggage found Yamagishi to be in possession of a controlled substance. Yamagishi, a citizen of Japan, was on his way back to California, where he had recently relocated, from his home country. According to documents released by the Superior Court of the State of California for the County of Los Angeles, Yamagishi is charged with six felonies and three misdemeanors.
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Jason Dhir always throws the best party of the year during the Arnold Classic Weekend, and this year looks to be no exception. Last year, the place was absolutely packed, with thousands of people enjoying themselves! This year, with so many sponsors, it is going to be another great ‘charity’ bash for all.
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