After coming in fifth place at the 2021 Olympia, Nick Walker hit a bit of a crossroads. While he had a great deal of musculature on his frame and cut an imposing figure on stage, it just wasn’t enough to sway the judges in his favor. The key takeaway for Walker was that he needed to work on more than just building massive muscle. After all winning bodybuilding shows is more than about just presenting a hulking frame. You need to also display a level classical attributes, namely avoiding a blocky midsection.
Unfortunately for Nick Walker it would be his blocky midsection that would see him edged out by Hunter Labrada in the end. The two have had a friendly rivalry ever since which has helped pushed both men to the next level. Walker took it upon himself to seek out what his weaknesses were and make it his mission to attack it and turn things around.
From his most recent post on social media, Nick Walker has taken care of his prior weaknesses. In a physique update less than six weeks out from the 2022 Olympia, Walker displayed an incredibly small waist that is night and day from his form at last year’s show.
It’s clear that Nick Walker has put in the work to completely transform his midsection ahead of the Olympia. He saw the issues that he needed to change, he didn’t shy away from them, and as a result he is looking better than ever.
With under six weeks to go until the big show, Nick Walker is making a really good argument for potentially challenging the defending champion Big Ramy. But will this physique transformation be enough?
What do you think of Nick Walker and his latest update ahead the Olympia?
News and Editorial Writer at Generation Iron, Jonathan Salmon is a writer, martial arts instructor, and geek culture enthusiast. Check out his YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Sound Cloud for in-depth MMA analysis.
Nick Walker is extremely confident in the preparation he has done this offseason.
Nick Walkerhas put all of his time and effort into preparing for the 2022 Olympia. After what has been a busy offseason, he is confident in his physique heading into the competition.
Walker joined 212 Bodybuilding legend Flex Lewis on his podcast, Straight Outta The Lair. During their conversation, Walker claims that he is destined to win the 2022 Olympia competition.
“Everything I’ve said I was going to do, I’ve done it and I will be Mr. Olympia without a doubt. I have a great support system for it. A great coach for it, now I’m in the Dragon’s Lair. Who’s gonna stop me?”
During his rookie year, Nick Walker won the 2021 New York Pro to punch his ticket to the biggest show of the year. He followed that up with a win on the Arnold Classic stage just weeks before the Olympia. Walker finished fifth during his first Olympia but was unhappy with his performance.
Nick Walker: “I Think I Applied Too Much Pressure”
Nick Walker has always been a confident competitor and set goals for himself last year. He accomplished one of winning in New York but was unable to follow it up with an Olympia victory.
“Even though I talked a lot of shi* last year. I said I was going to win New York. No one thought I was going to do it. I did it. Everyone said it was a weak lineup right. Everybody said, ‘eh, it wasn’t that competitive,’ and I said, ‘okay.’”
“I said I was going to win the Olympia. I think I applied too much pressure on myself.”
It has been a long offseason for Walker but he is starting to hit his stride and feel comfortable with what he is building.
“I couldn’t get in the groove of prep for a long time. The beginning of this prep was bad. Once me and him linked back up 12 weeks out, now we’re on a roll. And I’m very happy with what we’re doing right now,” Walker said.
The 2022 Olympia has a chance to be one of the deepest lineups in quite some time. There are plenty of newcomers and young talents that are going to step up in Men’s Open. Because of this, Nick Walker might be a bit overlooked but he believes he can take home the title.
“the mind will dictate everything. It’s like if you’re in a sh**ty mood. You’re not having a good day. Mentally, you don’t feel confident. Your body isn’t going to respond the way it needs to in a prep. If you believe you feel good, your body will just do its thing. Your body will just take off.”
Was it Self Defense, or Was Bodybuilder Sally McNeil Really “Killer Sally”
In light of the recent Netflix docuseries, it may be a good time to discuss a dark event in the bodybuilding community. That dark event would be the murder of IFBB bodybuilder Ray McNeil, which was done by none other than his bodybuilder wife, Sally McNeil, dubbed “Killer Sally” McNeil.
This article will go over the murder and the impact it had on the bodybuilding community.
The Marriage
Sally McNeil met Ray McNeil when she was first getting into bodybuilding in the late 80s. Both were serving in the United States Marine Corps at the time. To make a long story short, they were married within two months of dating. Sally had two kids from her previous marriage, Shantina and John.
Sally and Ray McNeil wedding photo from Netflix
Both were heavily involved in the fitness industry. They competed, and Sally also did wrestling on the side. Not in the WWE or anything like that, but where men would pay her to come and wrestle them. This is where she earned the nickname “Killer Sally”. This helped pay the bills because bodybuilding certainly is not a cheap sport.
Anyway, the two competed in bodybuilding for years. Ray was a rising star in the industry, going pro and competing on the Mr. Olympia stage amongst top pros like Dorian Yates and Shawn Ray. Sally was right by his side from the start, all the way until the end. She even went as far as driving to Tijuana with her children to purchase steroids for Ray. But even with all the admiration, what went on behind closed doors was much darker.
Sally and Ray McNeil at North Americans
The Dark Side
Although she adored Ray, Sally stated that was abusive throughout their time together. It was said throughout their marriage, Ray wanted Sally to do everything for him. As any bodybuilder is, Ray was very hard on himself. This in turn resulted in him being hard on Sally and her children.
Ray was said to have not only used his hands to spank the children, but also a belt, hitting one and forcing the other to watch. Ray was also allegedly prone to choking and punching Sally in the face. However, she had a record of being violent as well, even being arrested previously for beating up a mailman. She also beat a woman who she accused of sleeping with Ray.
Ray was also said to have had a mistress. This is allegedly where he was coming home from the night he was murdered. It was actually said that Ray “got around”, due to him being on the road for bodybuilding, working out in a lot of different gyms, and just being in other places. Sally also threatened his mistress by phone, stating she would “kick her a**”.
While many claimed Ray was a “gentle giant”, Sally claimed that she was a battered woman. This all came to an end in 1995.
The Murder
On Valentine’s Day 1995, Ray McNeil was shot twice, ultimately ending his life. He was shot by his wife Sally McNeil. She claimed that he was abusive towards her, and her children also said he was abusive towards them as well. The incident took place as the two were engaged in a physical altercation.
It was Valentine’s Day, and Ray had come home as Sally was getting ready to go out and look for him. Ray was angry with her for getting ready to go out, while she was angry that he was gone all day. This is when the two engaged in a physical altercation, resulting in Ray choking out Sally. But, the tables turned when Sally finally snapped.
“Killer Sally” wrestling promo image from Netflix
The McNeil’s had a sawed off shotgun in the bedroom that Sally said was for home defense. The night of the murder, this is the weapon Sally retrieved and used on the 6’2, 240lb man she said was attacking her. Sally had shot Ray in the abdomen, reloaded, and then shot him again in the face. She claimed it was self-defense, but the prosecution said she lived up to the name “Killer Sally” McNeil.
Self-Defense
Sally is said to be a victim of “battered woman syndrome” which is similar to post traumatic stress disorder. She claims to have been so traumatized by Ray’s abuse, that she felt there was no other way out. The night it took place, she thought that she was going to die at the hands of Ray McNeil, so she shot him.
Cold-Blooded Murder
The prosecution played a lot on Sally’s violent tendencies. She was a marine, she beat up people, she threatened them, she was known as “Killer Sally McNeil” in her wrestling videos. More importantly, she reloaded.
The night she killed Ray, Sally went out of her way to the bedroom to retrieve the gun. She claimed she had an extra shotgun shell in her hand and reloaded with that. However, evidence suggested that she shot Ray, walked to the bedroom to get another shell, then came back and shot him in the face.
Below is a video on Killer Sally McNeil’s court appearances after the shooting. The video also touches on the steroid usage.
The Sentencing of Killer Sally
While “Killer Sally” was found not guilty on the charges of first degree murder, she couldn’t escape the charges of murder in the second degree. Sally served 25 years in prison. She was released in 2020, and is now remarried and living life.
The Affect of Killer Sally Effect on Bodybuilding
This was no ordinary killing. It was two bodybuilders that were involved. The media was quick to put this into the headlines as well.
This in turn put the bodybuilding industry in a bad light. Many were quick to blame steroid abuse, “roid rage”, as the underlying cause of not only the murder, but the constant abuse that came to light after the murder After an autopsy, Ray was found to be on five different steroids at the time of the killing. Sally was also tested and found to be on one type of steroid.
Sally and Ray McNeil, image from Netflix
This case feeds the stereotype that bodybuilders are angry and aggressive. One bodybuilder with a history of a violent personality takes the life of another bodybuilder who was said to be abusing her and her children. It is a bad look for the bodybuilding industry.
However, do not let this make you think badly of bodybuilders. One bad instance does not account for the whole of the community. Even steroids should not be blamed here, as plenty of people use them and do not abuse or kill their spouses or others. (We are not advocating for steroids).
The point is, just because they were both bodybuilders does not mean that is the reason any of this happened. Bodybuilders typically are “gentle giants”. There is much more to the sport than just steroids, diet, and lifting. There is feelings, mindset, and heart. Do not let this incident take away from that.
Wrap-Up
Overall, the case of Killer Sally McNeil is a complex one. A history of abuse and aggression spouting from both Ray and Sally, steroid usage, mistresses, and much more. This sounds like something right out of a movie.
What do you think? Was Sally McNeil really “Killer Sally”? Or was she a battered woman that fell victim to the abuse of bodybuilder Ray McNeil? Let us know what you think!
Using Bench Variations for Comprehensive Chest Gains
When it comes to developing the size and strength of the chest, there is no exercise that quite compares to the barbell bench press. There are two common barbell bench press variations that can be used to accelerate progress – the incline and decline bench press.
For optimal pectoral development, a combination of all three bench exercises should be performed.
This article will look more closely at the decline bench press, explain how to effectively perform the exercise, highlight specific benefits and provide a number of decline bench variations and alternatives.
Decline Bench Press Technique
This section will break down the technique required to effectively perform a barbell decline bench press. While some gyms may not have a bench that is designed specifically for the decline bench press, the exercise can also be performed with dumbbells.
The execution for both the barbell and dumbbell bench press is the same, however, be aware that you will be capable of lifting less weight with the dumbbell decline bench press.
To perform the decline bench press safely and effectively, ensure you follow the consequent four steps.
Step 1
Start by lying back on the decline bench and secure the feet under the pads (if pads are provided). This will prevent the body from sliding off the bench. If you do not have a way to secure the feet, use light loads only and proceed with caution. If using heavy loads it is required to anchor the feet.
Step 2
Line the eyes up with the barbell and use a grip that is slightly wider than shoulder-width. Before lifting the bar off, squeeze between the shoulder blades, lift the chest and engage the core muscles. Carefully lift the bar from the stand and hold it directly above the sternum.
Step 3
While maintaining this tension in the trunk, gradually move through both the elbow and shoulder joints in order to drop the bar down towards the chest. Ensure to keep the elbows slightly down from the line of the shoulders and elbows under the wrists.
Step 4
Once the bar makes contact with the lower chest, powerfully drive the weight back upward by extending through the elbows. On returning to the starting position, take a slight pause to reassess your set-up position before proceeding with the remaining repetitions.
Decline Bench Press Muscles Worked
While adding the decline bench press can evidently stimulate new growth in the pectoral muscles, there is an array of other muscles that are recruited during the movement. This section will focus on the muscles that are primarily worked during the decline bench press.
Pectorals
The pectorals muscle group consists of four muscles – the pectoralis major, pectoralis minor, serratus anterior and subclavius. These muscles connect the front of the chest to the shoulder and arms and contract to generate and stabilize movement around the shoulder joint. The pecs are the primary mover in the barbell bench press and are subject to a great amount of stress (1). The decline press recruits muscle fibers of the lower region of the pecs in a similar way to the incline press which places more demand on the upper region.
Anterior Deltoid
The deltoid is the muscle found in the shoulder. There are three portions of this muscle that are referred to as the anterior, middle and posterior delt. The anterior delt can be located at the front of the shoulder and is highly active during the majority of pressing movements – including the bench press (2). However, in comparison to the conventional and incline bench, the anterior deltoid is involved less during the decline press. This may be beneficial for lifters with shoulder issues.
Triceps
The triceps are found to the rear of the upper arm and primarily responsible for causing elbow extension. During the press, the elbows must fully extend in order to drive the bar upwards and therefore, the triceps are heavily involved (3). With that being said, once again the decline position reduces some of the demand on the triceps, in comparison to other benching variations and alternatives.
Decline Bench Press Benefits
Providing the decline bench press is programmed appropriately and executed well, you can expect to experience a number of benefits, some of which are detailed below.
1) Lower Chest Development
As mentioned, the decline bench press appears to place stress on the lower fibers of the chest more so than any other benching exercise. Often the lower chest does not experience the same kind of adaptation as the mid and upper portions. Therefore, incorporating the decline bench into your training program can allow the lagging lower chest to catch up and more comprehensively develop the chest.
2) Reduced Strain on the Shoulders
A high volume of pressing exercises can aggravate the shoulders – particularly the technique is poor or excessive weight is being lifted. As a result, injuries to the shoulder may occur. Often when this happens, pressing exercises are removed from the training program which can lead to regression. Using exercises such as the decline bench press can be useful for anyone struggling with shoulder issues as the movement does not place such a great demand on the anterior deltoid. Therefore, incorporating the decline bench into your training may allow you to continue to train pressing exercises and prevent regression without irritating the shoulders.
3) Stimulating New Gains
When it comes to improving strength and size, it is important that you are gradually overloading your training. However, over time improvements may slow or even cease. Research shows that bringing in new exercises and altering the training stimulus can have a significant impact on the rate of adaptation (4). Therefore, if you’ve never used the decline bench press previously it may allow you to make substantial improvements in strength and size. If you are well acquainted with the bench press, consider using it alongside a variety of other pressing and dip exercises to hit the pecs from a range of angles to maximize the rate of change.
Who Should Perform the Decline Bench Press?
While most will benefit from regularly performing the decline bench press, however, it is important to be aware that it may not be suitable for certain individuals. Due to the decline position where the legs are placed higher than the head, circulation may be affected as a result of gravity. Consequently, lightheadedness and nausea may become a factor for some. Always speak to a medical professional and receive clearance first if you are ever in doubt. There are certain individuals who can highly benefit from adding this benching variation into their training.
Strength and Power Athletes
The bench press is an exercise that is required in both powerlifting and strongman events. Therefore, it makes sense for powerlifters and strongmen to utilize the decline bench press. Although in powerlifting it is the flat bench that is used in competition, using the decline bench in training can unlock strength gains and lead to a better competition lift. As mentioned, when it comes to maximizing strength and size gains, it is important that the muscles are targeted from a range of different angles. Therefore, incorporating the decline variation in your strength or hypertrophy mesocycles can effectively build pressing ability, improve chest size and enhance performance. Furthermore, there may be times where strength and power athletes need to reduce the amount of stress placed on the shoulders which again makes the decline bench the perfect choice.
Bodybuilders
One of the biggest benefits associated with the decline bench press is the development of the lower chest. When it comes to bodybuilding, goals are aesthetically based. Bodybuilders look to build size and defined while maintaining proportions and symmetries. Therefore, the decline variation will effectively help bodybuilders build size and definition of the lower pecs thus developing fuller-looking chests.
General Fitness Athletes
Finally, those who are looking to generally improve health, strength, and fitness can benefit from the decline bench press. It can be particularly beneficial for increasing your pressing abilities. Developing strength through the decline bench can have a substantial impact on other pressing movements such as flat bench, overhead press, and dips. It can also serve as a useful exercise for anyone who wishes to bench but is restricted through shoulder discomfort or injury. Some individuals may experience issues when attempting the flat or incline bench press and therefore, the decline may be a better option as it reduces the amount of stress that the shoulders experience. If you are unsure of your benching technique and feel discomfort, talk to an exercise professional. If you ever experience sharp pain when benching, stop immediately.
Decline Bench Variations and Alternatives
This final section will cover a number of decline bench variations and alternatives that can be used to build upper body strength.
Variations
The following two variations are progressions and should only be attempted by those who are already competent with the decline bench press.
1) Floor Bench Press with Glute Bridge
Not all facilities will have a decline bench that is suitable for barbell benching. This variation can be used to create your own decline position while simultaneously developing core strength. Start by lying back on the floor with a bar in a rack above you. Drive the hips upwards while keeping the shoulders on the floor and hold this position. From there, unrack the bar and press as normal while maintaining the bridge. Squeeze the core muscles and glutes throughout to help hold you in the correct position.
2) Decline Dumbbell Bench Press
Using dumbbells rather than a barbell can help to develop unilateral (single-arm) strength and enhance proprioceptive abilities such as coordination and stability (5). Using single weights rather than a bar may increase muscle activation and consequently positively impact strength and size development. If you are using heavy weights, ensure that you can lock the feet so that you will not slide out of position. In addition, a spotter is recommended as it can be tricky to assume the correct starting position alone.
Alternatives
The following four alternatives are regressions that should be used by those who do not have access to a decline bench or find the exercise to be overly challenging.
1) Cable Crossovers
One of the best things about the cable crossover is that they can be performed at a range of different angles. To effectively work the lower portions of the pecs, the handles should be set at a low position so that the cables are driven upward until the handles align with the shoulders. Cables are an excellent resistance tool as they maintain tension on the muscle throughout the duration of the exercise. Increasing time under tension can be an effective method of increasing strength and size.
2) Gironda Dips
The Gironda dip is a dipping variation that is performed on parallel or V-shaped bars. The difference between the Gironda and convention dip is the position of the elbows and hands. In the setup, the hands should be wide and as the elbows hinge, they should be pushed out to the side rather than staying in line with the shoulders. Effectively doing this will place a large demand on the lower portion of the pecs in a similar fashion to the decline bench press.
3) Decline Dumbbell Fly
In the same way that the bench press can be performed in an incline, flat or decline position, so too can the dumbbell flye – another popular chest developing exercise. Assume the decline position, grab a set of dumbbells and will keeping the arms extending, gradually drop the weights to the side of the body before returning the dumbbells to the starting position.
4) Decline Push Up
Lastly, the decline push-up is a simple yet effective alternative to the decline bench press and activates the pecs in a very similar way. To perform the push-up, simply place the feet on a bench or step and perform a set of full push-ups.
Final Word
The decline bench press is a superb developer of the chest, shoulders, and arms and can effectively build strength, size and pressing capabilities. As a consequence, it makes an excellent addition to the majority of resistance training programs.
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Are you guilty of any of these top 10 annoying gym habits?
There is a reason bodybuilders are called meatheads. If you are a regular to the gym, or even if you aren’t, you are likely to encounter someone who turns you off to the things they do.
Some of these fitness enthusiasts don’t limit their erratic behavior to the gyms. They will find a way or two to irritate you no matter where you are. If you haven’t seen any such people at your gym, this article should help you spot them.
The Screamers
We can understand grunting, but do these people really have to scream like they’re going into labor? Most people scream the way they do to get attention. Nothing is more embarrassing for these princesses than people not watching as they hit a PR.
The Broscientists
Broscientists are the people who pretend to know everything when it comes to fitness and bodybuilding. You will often find them correcting your form or suggesting new diets and supplements. Most of these broscientists are full of BS and you’d be better off staying away from them.
The Brand Shop
We can understand you like brands, but wearing Gucci and Armani to your workouts shouts you’re a show-off. If you are wondering, most people aren’t interested in where you get your stuff from.
The ‘Put-it-on-Steroids’ Guy
You’ll always find people who will put everything on steroids. If they find someone who looks awful and has an enlarged gut, they will put it on steroids. On the other hand, if they find someone with a ripped physique, they will undermine their effort by crediting steroids for their physique.
The Sweat Junkie
Some people need to carry a bucket with them to the gym. People who sweat but don’t carry a towel with them are way more irritating. You don’t want to be using a gym equipment after they’ve used it.
The Talker
Every gym has a group of people who are there to make new friends. These people will wait for you to complete your set and will pick up a conversation right away. Ignoring them while they try to talk to you the next time is the only way of keeping them away.
The Photoshop Pro
The fitness industry is full of imposters who want to gain social media followers by showing off their bodies. More often than not these people edit their pictures to look better than they are in real life.
The Pseudo Humble Guy
There are many fitness celebrities who act as if they are the most humble people you will ever meet. These hypocrites do so to gather people at their booths and to sell their stuff. There have been many instances in the past to prove this.
The Hard Seller
You can’t scroll through Instagram without being sold something by an Instagram celebrity. These celebrities are either big on sponsored posts or have amassed a following big enough to start their own brand.
The Stealer
Most people never learn to ask. Ever gym has people who take away weights and equipment other people are using without asking. Only a few things are more annoying than finding your weights are missing while you were away for a water break.
Do you have any of these annoying personalities at your gym? Let us know in the comments below. Also, be sure to follow Generation Iron on Facebook and Twitter.
Larry Wheels and Tristyn Lee join forces once again for a massive back workout.
Larry Wheelsand Tristyn Leehave worked together before but were finally able to make a time work to hit a massive training session. The two fitness stars got together for a back day recently.
Wheels has remained extremely active in the gym during his time on TRT. He began getting away from steroids during the summer and has provided plenty of updates. Wheels has looked downsized a bit but maintains a shredded build while continuing to be extremely strong.
During his career, Wheels has competed in bodybuilding, powerlifting, and arm wrestling. Now that he is off steroids, Wheels feels as good as he ever has physically.
Larry Wheels and Tristyn Lee Hit Back Day
Tristyn Lee and Larry Wheels got together back in 2019 for a chest workout. This is when Lee began bursting onto the scene as a massive star in fitness. He began working out to stay in shape for his soccer career but quickly turned his attention to bodybuilding.
T-bar rows began the workout. Larry Wheels threw on wrist wraps while Tristyn Lee sported wraps and a lifting belt. The duo went on the machine and threw 20-pound plates on each side. After two warmup sets, the duo completed three working sets before moving on.
The purpose of this workout was to gain width in the back. That is what the workouts were for in order to grow the lats. The lat pulldown is a classic back workout and this ended the workout.
Larry Wheels and Tristyn Lee continued to discuss some training methods, along with different diet plans. Wheels will continue to work on TRT and produce great results.
Two-time Arnold classic winner William Bonac is looking incredible six weeks out from the 2022 Olympia. The veteran bodybuilder showcased his much improved physique on stage at the South German Cup NPC show. Bonac stepped on stage as a guest but wowed the crowd in doing so.
Having Qualified for the 2022 Olympia early or this year after winning the Boston pro, William Bonac has been in preparation since March. That has given him plenty of time to fine-tune his physique ahead of the big show. The months of steady work have proven to pay some great dividends for the top bodybuilder.
While he appeared to be in top form during the guest posing, it appears that William Bonac wasn’t at one hundred percent. According to the veteran bodybuilder, he had been battling sickness heading into the guest posing event. While he may have been overcoming a fever, Bonac still appeared to be in top condition and looks more than ready to show his improvements at the Olympia.
In Top Form
A recent post shows a glimpse of William Bonac during the guest posing and the potential he’s working with heading into the Olympia.
Despite not feeling 100% catching fever for two weeks on a row. I’m so happy that I made it to this show The International South German Cup NPC. Thanks to the audience you were phenomenal, this how a show supposed to be supported never a dull moment.
Huge Thanx to Mam Dora Schardt & her team for inviting me to this well organized show.
Thanx to my big bro @bigdjames for promoting and growing the NPC and IFBB Pro League global, we need more of you!
While so much focus has been placed on new bloods like Hunter Labrada and Nick Walker, William Bonac is still just as dangerous as any of the young up and comers. It will be intriguing to see what he’s able to do at the 2022 Olympia.
What do you think of William Bonac and his recent guest posing?
News and Editorial Writer at Generation Iron, Jonathan Salmon is a writer, martial arts instructor, and geek culture enthusiast. Check out his YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Sound Cloud for in-depth MMA analysis.
Andrea Shaw wins the 2022 Rising Phoenix Arizona Pro!
The 2022 Rising Phoenix Arizona Pro took place on Saturday in Phoenix as six divisions competed for spots in the 2022 Olympia. In the end, Andrea Shaw highlighted the event with a victory in Women’s bodybuilding.
Shaw is one of the top woman bodybuilders in the world. She is a two-time Olympia champion and continues to show her dominance in Phoenix. Shaw has now won this competition three consecutive times. She will continue to prepare for the Olympia and what could be another special competition.
The full results from the show have been announced. Below, checkout the full results from the show, along with official score cards from the event.
2022 Rising Phoenix & Arizona Pro: All Division Winners
Women’s Bodybuilding: Andrea Shaw
Fitness: Terra Plum
Figure: Autumn Cleveland
Bikini: Jourdanne Lee
Women’s Physique: Antoinette Downie
Wellness: Renee Harshey
2022 Rising Phoenix Arizona Pro Breakdown
Women’s Bodybuilding
First Place – Andrea Shaw
Second Place – MayLa Ash
Third Place – Michaela Aycock
Fourth Place – Leah Dennie
Fifth Place – Mona Poursaleh
Sixth Place – Irene Anderson
Fitness
First Place – Terra Plum
Second Place – Sally Kendall-Williams
Third Place – Corina Harkelroad
Fourth Place – Michella Gales
Fifth Place – Jasmine Abercrombie
Sixth Place – Rene L. Brosch
Figure
First Place – Autumn Cleveland
Second Place – Ashley Garcia
Third Place – Corrie Morales
Fourth Place – Nikki McGuire
Fifth Place – Osiris M. Trumpe
Sixth Place – Jessica Bartages
Bikini
First Place – Jourdanne Lee
Second Place – Lawna Dunbar
Third Place – Deanna Dang
Fourth Place – Chantel Hall
Fifth Place – Marissa Willmott
Sixth Place – Michelle Hurst
Women’s Physique
First Place – Antoinette Downie
Second Place – Melissa Teich
Third Place – Elizabeth Bradshaw
Fourth Place – Chelsey Worster
Fifth Place – Diana Schnaidt
Sixth Place – Hayley Perry
Wellness
First Place – Renee Harshey
Second Place – Anne-Marie Gobeil
Third Place – Leticia Allen
Fourth Place – Joann Norwood
Fifth Place – Amy Li
Sixth Place – Hye Yoon Kim
2022 Rising Phoenix Arizona Pro Official Score Cards
Leandro Peres wins the 2022 Musclecontest FitPira Pro!
The 2022 Musclecontest FitPira Pro took place over the weekend in Pracicaba, Brazil. The Men’s Open and 212 Bodybuilding divisions were on display, looking to handout qualifications to the 2022 Olympia. In the end, Leandro Peres was crowned winner of the event.
Peres entered the competition and proved superior right away. During his short career as a Pro, Peres has made vast improvements to his physique and will now have a chance to show it off on the biggest stage. Correa was victorious in 212 Bodybuilding and will return to the Olympia stage.
In 2019, Correa finished as the runner-up in the New York Pro and punched his ticket with a win during the Puerto Rico Pro. Now, he will have a chance to build upon his seventh-place finish in 2019.
The full results from the show have been announced. Below, checkout the full breakdown of the event, along with official score cards.
2022 Musclecontest Fit Pira Pro: All Division Winners
Men’s Open: Leandro Peres
Men’s 212: Eduardo Correa
2022 Musclecontest Fit Pira Pro Breakdown
Men’s Open
First Place – Leandro Peres
Second Place – Stanimal
Third Place – Vitor Lima
Fourth Place – Kevin Jordan
Fifth Place – Jefferson Santos
Sixth Place – Julis Balestrin
Men’s 212
First Place – Eduardo Correa
Second Place – Douglas Silva
Third Place – Victor Porto
Fourth Place – Reza Kakavani
Fifth Place – Andre Formiga
Sixth Place – Drey Pereira
2022 Musclecontest Fit Pira Pro Official Score Cards
Theo Leguerrier is victorious at the 2022 Europa Pro Championships!
The wow Europa Pro Championships took place in Alicante, Spain on Sunday. The contest was highlighted by Men’s Open but all 10 divisions were on display. Winners earned a trip to the 2022 Olympia, which is just under seven weeks away.
Their Leguerrier was crowned champion in Men’s Open. This is his first victory as a Pro and will now have a chance to compete on the biggest stage in the sport. Leguerrier was able to get over the hump after two runner-up finishes during the Toronto Pro and Puerto Rico Pro.
The full results from the show have been announced. Below, checkout the full breakdown of the event, along with official score cards.
2022 Europa Pro Championships: All Division Winners
