Top 10 2008 LBR Award nominees

One who embodies the spirit of Living Beautifully
embraces the following criteria:
• Embraces a lifestyle of health and fitness
• Takes hold of their beauty and sexuality
• Is diversified /multi-faceted in their role as a woman
• Is of good service to the community and others
• Is an inspiration and role model
• Has overcome adversity and embraced personal growth

In no particular order the Top 10 nominees for the LBR award are:

Latisha Wilder
Christine Pomponio Pate
Julie Lohre
Alicia Marie
Jen Hendershott
Elaine Goodlad
Cindy Everett
Kary Odiatu
Jan Tana
Lisa Aukland

Latisha Wilder IFBB Figure Pro -winner of the congieniality award at Mike Davies Awards Event -married, no children -works with Jen Hendershott as a trainer for her Phat Camps -highly spiritual and in touch with God , sees everything in life as a blessing and enjoys sharing her knowledge with others -various top 5 Figure wins www.latishawilder.com Christine Pomponio Pate -IFBB Figure Pro/Cover model -very prominent figure competitor, placing top 5 in each of the Arnold and Olympia stages -she had a severe car accident that literally took over 15 surgeries to repair her face and physical health. It was the stage and getting fit that inspired her to want to overcome such a tragedy. -married and recently had her first child this year. and was doing cardio up until days before the baby was born -personal trains -models and does other talent assignments Julie Lohre She has really worked hard to climb the IFBB ranks in the last few years, and has achieved great success on and off stage. She is a cover model, personal trainer and is active in all faces of the industry, from competing, to training others, and takes and active role in the industry making a presence on the scene. She loves helping other women achieve their goals with her contest prep, training, DVD’s and through her blogs and messages on her website and camps. (Everything Fitness Weekend) -she is a marketing machine! -placed top 5 at this year’s Fitness International, 2nd at the 2007 Palm Beach Pro Show. Julie is also a wife and a mother of a 5 year old and interestingly enough she competed in her first fitness show 5 months after the birth of her son. www.julielohre.com Alicia Marie -2004 Ms Bikini Universe, Top NPC Competitor, -has competed in the various federations FAME , Universe and NPC -was the 1st ever Muscle and Fitness/Weider Spokesperson BSN Sponsored Athlete Host of various MTV projects 4x Cover model Runs various fitness and nutrition camps called the “Hot Body” Projects www.aliciamarie.com Jen Hendershott One of the most predominant faces of the Pro Fitness scene for over 10 years -a worldwide role model who influences women across the world with her Phat Camps that inspire people to reach their health and fitness goals. -one of the few athletes who took victory at both the Arnold and Olympia stages in 2005 -known to push the limits in all her endeavors and encourages others to reach beyond their imaginable human potentials -started as dancer and cheerleader and has been driven by her passion and talent ever since -happily married, no children and currently lives in NC however, comes from Ohio -one of the first athletes to start with Mike Davies and assist the inception of the Fitness Factory -Holds strong spiritual convictions and appreciates all family and friends around her. Elaine Goodlad -IFBB Figure Pro/ cover model -Canadian Native and 1 of the first original Figure Competitors since the inception of Figure -has spent many years battling anxiety and depression but has used health and fitness to help overcome these In her career she did approximately 17 shows in 2 years and has graced both the Arnold and Olympia . She still is challenged by the issues stemming from anxiety and depression however, through a positive attitude, faith, and want for personal growth she becomes stronger and better each day. she is over 40 years of age, graced several magazines, and is an international cover model. A role model to many women especially over 35 who are struggling with issues related to health and fitness and self-esteem -she conducts various workshops on topics related to modeling, health and fitness, self-esteem etc -sponsored by PVL www.elainfit.com Cindy Everett She is a wife, mom, and teacher and continues to live life beautifully even though she suffers the challenges of a degenerative neuromuscular disease. She still maintains a life that includes health and fitness and being a source of inspiration to others. Kary Odiatu Canadian IFBB Fitness Pro, International Motivational Speaker, Author, Certified trainer (former teacher) 3rd at the Hungarian Pro in 2003, which qualified her for the Olympia Married with 2 children and 1 on the way Her and her husband known as “Fit Speakers” are motivational speakers across North America They are much like the motivational speaker Tony Robins and speak more fitness and health related topics such as powerful reasons to take action, spiritual fitness, creating balance and reducing stress with exercise and nutrition, health and the law of attraction She has been challenged as a working mother and also her first child who was born with a rare brain condition called Lissencephaly .She and her husband were told her son Jordon wouldn’t live long but they fought over the years to get the best nurses and doctors and extra parenting needed to keep him healthier and alive. -She continues to live life inspired and full of gratitude and loves filling others with a source of inspiration www.fitspeakers.com Jan Tana World Famous Tanning specialist Show promo – the Jana Tana Classic Started from scratch growing up, from a humble family not too economically sound and strived to make a greater life for herself 1982 she was the first one to open a tanning salon in Virgina and bring the “essence of tanning” alive and from there open up a chain of Jan Tana salons using her entrepeniral skills and business sense. has promoted her own shows and which stimulated from earlier clients she had that were bodybuilders -is a respected member of the fitness community who gives back by way of sponsorship, making a continued presence at each of the events and goes out of her way to ensure the best service is provided for all her clients. -respected for her niche to always find new and innovative products to help those look and feel better in the industry ( e.g. advanced spray tanning products, posing oils etc) -All her work is heart filled and beyond the call of duty when dealing with friends, clients, athletes etc. Lisa Aukland IFBB Pro bodybuilder Has climbed up the ranks being a top 5 athlete on both the Arnold and Olympia stages , including 3rd at the 2008 Ms International -Doctor in pharmacy, works as a Pharmacist and Certified Specialist in Poison Information whereby she provides information and treatment suggestions to doctors, nurses etc. about intentional and unintentional poisonings. -Is a shift worker while still maintaining a rigid training and nutritional regime. loves giving to others and recognizing the hard work of others . Last year she initiated a special award that was presented to Steve Wennerstrom “the women’s historian for his 25 years of contributions to the sport.