From USC Sport Specific Strength + Conditioning Director across all sports - volleyball, track & field, golf, tennis, football, swimming and beyond, to Titlest Performance Institute (TPI) Certified Trainer, Kens professional trajectory is as broad and powerful as his personal conditioning spectrum. You will feel better, look better, and probably have less of the pains that plague us all. He admired the likes of Hercules from Greek mythology, Samson (bible figure), and as he learned more about bodybuilding, The Black Prince Robby Robinson was someone he really looked up to. Stay strong and be happy! Like so many bodybuilding legends, Haney was fascinated by muscular physiques at a young age, which influenced him to begin lifting weights. As weak as I was, not being able to pick up my arm to eat and not being able to breathe, I managed to tell my girlfriend to give the dietitian my meal plan and I told her to buy a case of water. He went on to run supplement stores in later years. He broke another major barrier in the sport, as well, as the first openly gay man to win the title. Structure. It is a moving tribute to Andrew from his dedicated wife, Francine. By the Grace of God, this helped clear my lungs. Wheeler was another of those top contenders in the 1990s, and is still cited regularly by commentators as perhaps the all-time master of posing. ~Access personal interviews by clicking on the picture~, STOFC NPC April 15, 2023 - Charlotte Cup NPC April 15, 2023 -Palmetto Classic MAY 28, 2023 - Junior USA Bodybuilding May 13-14, 2023 - Victory Classic JUNE 24, 2023 - Atlantic Coast Championships June 3, 2023 -NPC Excalibur Show August 12, 2023 - NPC Stewart Fitness September 17, 2023- NPC Upstate Classic TBD - Mid Atlantic Classic OCTOBER 22, 2023 - Elite Muscle Classic NOVEMBER 5, 2023 - NPC Carolina State November 19, 2023, Since 1982, the top athletes in bodybuilding, fitness, figure, bikini and physique have started their careers in the NPC. While there are countless impressive and important bodybuilders and physique athletes of color worldwide, we are limiting this list to African Americans. Contests include the 1989 Mr. Curacao 1st; 1990 Mr. Curacao 1st; 1993 Mr. Curacao 1st; 1994 Mr. Curacoa 1st; 1994 Metry Classis 1st; 1995 Metry Classis 1st; 1995 Caribbean Championships 1st; 1996 Florida Cup Pro 10th, 1997 Ironman Pro 13th; 1997 San Jose Pro 14th; 1997 Canada Toronto Pro 19th; 1997 Night of Champions 16th; 1998 Ironman Pro 11th (disq); 1998 San Francisco Pro 12th; 1998 Night of Champions 18th; 1999 Ironman 20th; 1999 Night of Champions 19th; 2000 Ironman Pro 20th; Roy has married to Mariyln from 1965 to 1989, when he was divorced. I have had the honor and privilege of knowing Ken Taylor for over 40 years. Concept by Jigshaw + WebDesign by CalliopePIM. Carolina Bodybuilding LLC For one, he was among the first men of color to grace the cover of bodybuilding and strength magazinesand this was before the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s. Ken has been able to guide me past the doubt that had prevented me from accomplishing my goals. Lee Haney, a native of South Carolina, was both genetically and spiritually ready for the challenge of becoming the new King of Bodybuilding. Many of those athletes graduated to successful careers in the IFBB Professional League. Seattle, WA; May 21st, 2016 NGA PRO/AM Garden State Championships; Bloomfield, NJ; May 14th, 2016 NGA Gator Classic Bodybuilding & Figure Championships; Kissimmee, FL; May 14th, 2016 NGA Mr./Ms. That I would make every attempt to help others and to give back to a sport that helped save my life. It definitely turned out to be a good decision on his part. Leroy Colbert was born in 1933 and competed in several top amateur contests in the early 1950s. He knows how hard and when to push. Ken's motivation and biomechanical expertise were the reason that I had a strong comeback from both total knee replacement and rotator cuff surgery! And although he was certainly talented at football, he just wasn't as passionate about it as he was the sport of bodybuilding. Central Florida Classic Classic; Palm Coast, FL; August 6th, 2016 NGA Potomac Cup and the Dave Spindel Pro Classic; Woodbridge, VA; August 6th, 2016 NGA Mr. & Mrs. Sioux Empire Championships; Sioux Falls, SD; July 16th, 2016 NGA Lebanon Valley PRO/AM Championships; Lebanon, PA; July 16th, 2016 NGA Old Navy Natural Pro/Am Classic Pro Class; Birmingham, AL; July 9th, 2016 NGA Titan Classic; Urbandale, IA; June 25th, 2016 NGA PRO/AM North Jersey and Womens Extravaganza Championships; Bloomfield, NJ; June 25th, 2016 NGA Natural Mr. & Ms. California Bodybuilding, Figure, Bikini, Female & Male Physique Championships; Folsom, CA; June 11th, 2016 NGA / FIBBN Italian Championships; Finale Pescara, Italy; May 29th, 2016 NGA PRO/AM Abraham Fitness Bodybuilding & Figure Championships; Coral Springs, FL; May 28th, 2016 NGA 36th Annual Annapolis Bodybuilding, Figure, and Bikini Championships; Annapolis, MD; May 22nd, 2016 NGA Physiques Northwest Bodybuilding, Physique, Record eight straight Mr. Olympia wins. Among his titles were Mr. New York City in 1952 and the 1953 Mr. Eastern America. Lee Haney Arrives. No competitor in bodybuilding, male or female, has held as many Olympia wins as Iris Kyle. The expertise and the intensity that Ken brings to workouts are infectious. Central Florida Championships; Orlando, FL; October 31st, NGA PRO/AM They say Benton was supplying the steroids to other athletes in the Columbia area, along with using them himself. Ken with Titleist Performance Institute Founders Dave Phillipsand Dr. Greg Rose. "Thank you for such a heartfelt presentation, it's certainly something I will never forget.". The eight-time Ms. Olympia winner set a new standard of muscular development and had a tight hold on that title from 1990 through 1995. I wanted to just sleep it off, but when my legs couldnt hold me up anymore, falling twice from extreme exhaustion and with 104 fever.my girlfriend rushed me to the hospital. This was he beginning of a new relationship between them of which Haney trained with Rogers for years and developed his physique even further. His personal and professional journey is a living testament to the power of effective and caring personal investment by a trainer or coach, a legacy he now lives every day alongside 15 and 20-year committed clients. She placed second at the Olympia in 2018 and retired from competition that same year to start her family. I have always known that I am in the best hands I could possibly be. ', "HAVING THE TALENT TO WANT TO TRAIN HARDER AND BE EXTRAORDINARY IS THE TALENT. - Janelle Rosenfeld. They should go after the crack and dope dealers that are selling their drugs to kids at the play ground. They embody Ken Taylor's passionate conviction that with the correct stabilization, mobilization, body balance, power, strength and speed, ANY BODY can achieve elite sport specific performance, whether conditioning for competition or personal bests in golf, tennis, swimming, track and field, football, body building, or overall health conditioning, Matrix Progression - Gradual, Sequential Progression, Physiological, Psychological, Sociological + Nutritional Conditioning. Lee Banks Natural Championships; Jacksonville, FL; May 14th, NGA 2nd Annual PRO/AM Lee Haney was born in Fairburn Georgia but grew up in Spartanburg, South Carolina. All Contests Photos, Consult your physician before starting any physical training, exercises or sports - Read Disclaimer, Copyright 2019. . Spinach was also a part of his diet because its very rich in minerals are essential for supporting good health. They also said that living a healthy lifestyle, never having an alcohol drink, never having smoked and clear from any other illnessis what helped save my life. Benton won the Mr. South Carolina amateur bodybuilding title in 1999. OMAR TAYLOR - BODY BUILDER. Colbert retired after a catastrophic motorcycle accident almost resulted in him losing a foot. What have respectfully been coined Ken-isms by his collegiate and professional champion athletes, to his 20-year strong committed fitness clients, speak volumes. She is a ten-time Ms. Olympia winner, and retired with the title in her possession after her 2014 win. Steel Valley Classic Bodybuilding, Physique, Fitness, Figure & Bikini Championships; Lee Haney is a retired professional bodybuilder from the United States. What Haney was to men's bodybuilding, Lenda Murray was the equivalent on the women's side of the sport. Before opening this TNT Fitness Studio, George was a trainer and competitor in the fitness and bodybuilding industry for 35 years. Other foods in his diet included almonds, walnuts, and hed eat as many as 12-15 eggs per day, during his off-season. Rogers told him, kid you have one of the most balanced physiques I have ever seen. You are using an out of date browser. I would say $100,000 worth is dealing big time. With his peerless stomach vacuum and perfectly geometrical afro, Robinson is an indispensable part of the story of bodybuilding's Golden Age. Check out our Magazine. Look for our upcoming Podcast and Contest Live Streams coming soon! Be aware of Legionnaires Disease. He is also credited as being the first man ever to achieve 21-inch muscular arms. EVERY DAY WE ARE EITHER GETTING BETTER OR WORSE.". "Even if you're not an NGA athlete, take a minute to watch the video to the left. There is nothing Ken asks of his clients that he has not done himself. He also noted that sweet potatoes have very good anabolic properties which is means that its good for supporting muscle-building efforts. This disease, I learned later, is life threatening attacking lungs, kidney and liver. Hell I've got an arsenal then! He won the Olympia the following year at just 25 years old, and remained dominant at the show for the next seven years, until he decided that it was time for him to retire at 32 years old. These physique athletes set the bar in their sports and provided inspiration for millions of people. The doctors were truly amazed and they later told me as I was being wheeled out of the hospital that they didnt think I was going to make it out of there. Championships; Pottsville, PA; July 9th, NGA 5th Annual Mr. Coal Natural Championships; Pottsville, PA; Start Back Over And Learn From It! The photos will document your lifes greatest fitness accomplishments and will forever continue to inspire you. See what's trending in the fitness world. Try our online coaching. Haney competed in his first show, the 1975 Mr. South Carolina show, at just 16 years old. Step aerobics is exactly what it sounds like. This is a reason why I understand the importance of photographing you at your best condition. Your email address will not be published. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . By the time we got to the hospital, I was struggling to breathe. Butch has a background in Sports Medicine Athletic Trainer, internships at Myrtle Beach High School in Myrtle Beach, SC and Coastal Carolina University in Conway, SC. Athletes, Sports Legends and Strength + Conditioning Trailblazers with whom Ken has worked the list is long and distinguished. Shawn Ray was a teen sensation who evolved into one of the top contenders for the Olympia in the 1990s, which is considered by many fans to be the most competitive decade in the sport's history. As I dumped it, it made a hissing-like noise and a cloud of steam just engulfed meI felt like it took the breath out of me and at the same time I tried to take a deep breath. Her dominance of the sport of women's bodybuilding is something that only has parallels in other sports, like Tiger Woods in golf or Serena Williams in tennis. He won four Arnold Classic titles over the course of his career, and finished in second at the Olympia on three different occasions, earning him the nickname, "The Uncrowned Mr. In this time Ken escalated the ranks from Volunteer Assistant to Assistant Director of Strength + Conditioning for Olympic Sport Specificity across all USC competitive teams. This is his complete profile, biography, training regimen, diet plan, and more. His protein sources included mostly chicken, eggs, fish, and sometimes lentils. Colbert passed away in 2015 at the age of 82. Kim David Williams, 29, of 1065 Weslin Creek Drive near Myrtle Beach, was arrested on charges of possessing 100 or more doses of anabolic steroids. Key Features: View SCJGA tournament info and leaderboards. Carolina Bodybuilding 124 subscribers Network in #Fitness and #Health @ https://northcarolinabodybuilding.com/ Whether You're a Beginner a Pro or Just Want to Shed a Few Pounds for a. He has served the health and fitness industry for over 33 years. Haney always focused on good nutrition and never allowed himself to gain more than 20-30 pounds during the off-season. If so, which one(s)? Hands down, Ken Taylor is the best in the business! The three-time Arnold Classic Champion was considered Heath's greatest rival during his reign as Mr. Olympia, but more than what happened on the stage, he has earned his devoted following with his philosophical personality and positive demeanor. Bodybuilding Championships; Portland, OR; October 27th, NGA Monster Mash Natural; Middleton, OH; October 27th, NGA Natural Peoria Championships; Peoria, IL; October 20th, NGA Red Rose City Classic Natural Championships; Lancaster, SC; October 13th, NGA PRO Galaxy & NGA United States Championships; Bloomfield, NJ; October 7th, NGA PRO/AM Bluegrass Bodybuilding Championships; Lexington, KY; September 29th, NGA Natural Olympian PRO/AM; Folsom, CA; September 22nd, NGA 2nd Annual NGA Thunder Classic; DeLand, FL; September 15th, NGA 5th Annual S & D Southeastern Natural Fitness Championships; Swainsboro, GA; September 9th, NGA PRO/AM East Coast Natural Championships; State College, PA; September 8th, NGA Flag City Classic & Expo; Findlay, OH; September 1st, NGA PRO/AM River City Classic; Lousiville, KY; August 25th, NGA South Carolina Hub City Classic; Spartanburg, SC; August 25th, NGA PRO/AM Texas Punisher; Mount Pleasant, TX; August 18th, NGA Natural West Hollywood Classic; Los Angeles, CA; August 18th, NGA P4P PRO/AM Undefeated Natural Bodybuilding Championships; Baraboo, WI; August 11th, NGA Potomac Cup & Dave Spindel PRO Classic; Woodbridge, VA; August 4th, NGA PRO/AM Central Florida Classic; Ormond, FL; July 28th, NGA South Lake Tahoe Natural; South Lake Tahoe, CA; July 21th, NGA 8th Annual Worlds Gym Feature Competitors and Guest Interviews from a wide range of topics. The fact that he could still see his abs was a good indicator that he was at an acceptable body fat. As an image conscious, fitness enthusiast, and Mr. 1990 NPC North Carolina title holder, I had the vision to give every competitor a lasting and memorable imprint of their life in fitness. Discipline. He held the title until 2006, when he was finally defeated by Jay Cutler. http:/JohnnyStewartProductions.com/, NPC Promoter of the Atlantic Coast Championships Jgrady818@aol.com, NPC Upstate Classic davinal1@hotmail.com, We tend to think of failure as something shameful, undesirable. Sitemap | Privacy Policy | Copyright Notice He does not just talk the talk, he walks and burns and pumps and spins and stretches it every day. Start Back Over And Learn From It! Roy has sang with the San Francisco Light Opera, and the Canadian Light Opera. Bodybuilders of color have been integral to the development of their sports, and of lifting culture more generally, for decades. In between, he held numerous titles: Mr. America, Mr. USA, and Mr. Universe among them. Copyright Haney stressed the importance of the leg extension for warming up the knees before compound exercises. Because maybe one day, youll find yourself needing your knowledge in bodybuilding to keep you alive. Ken Taylor is a maestro. In 1977, Haney earned a football scholarship to college. Rogers & 5th Mid-Atlantic Pro Blowout; Woodbridge, VA; November 19th, NGA Pro Universe Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 12th, NGA Amateur Universe Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 12th, NGA American Natural Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 12th, NGA Oregon Natural Championships; Portland, OR; November 5th, NGA Pro World Championships / NGA Natural New Jersey Championships; East Orange, NJ; November 5th, NGA Mr. & Mrs. Rochester Championships; Rochester, NY; October 29th, NGA PRO/AM Natural Peoria Championships; Peoria, IL; October 29th, NGA Dream Bodies Classic; Toledo, OH; October 15th, NGA Natural Northern States; Clearfield, UT; October 15th, NGA Pro Galaxy & U.S. Championships; East Orange, NJ; October 1st, NGA PRO/AM American Championship; Rochester, NY; October 1st, NGA 6th Annual Florida State Natural Championships; Ormond Beach, FL; October 1st, NGA PRO/AM East Coast Natural Championships; State College, PA; September 24th, NGA 3rd Annual Natural East Coast Classic; East Orange, NJ; September 10th, 2016 NGA 3rd Annual Very inspirational!" We also post show results in the NGA NATURALmag, The National Gym Association, Inc. (NGA) magazine. At one point, President Bill Clinton appointed him as chairman of the Presidents Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. Philly Natural Championships; Philiadelphia, PA; July 14th, NGA PRO/AM No other competitor has won the Olympia in his or her debut appearance since. He defeated incumbent Samir Bannout to win the first of his eight consecutive Sandow trophies in 1984. And now, 50 years into the game, Robinson is still undeniably jacked. Butch has a background in Sports Medicine Athletic Trainer, internships at Myrtle Beach High School in Myrtle Beach, SC and Coastal Carolina University in Conway, SC. She has won the Figure Olympia four times, including 2020, which tied her with Nicole Wilkins for the most wins in that division. As far as fruits, hed have pineapple twice a day for the anti-inflammatory properties which helps to support the joints. If you got abs, then that means your body fat is within control.. Haney utilized the leg press to isolate the thigh muscles. Lee Haney lives in Atlanta, Georgia with wife Shirley, and he has two children. 140 were here. Based on his competitive record, theres no question that bodybuilding was what he was born to do, having as impressive of a resume that one could possible have. 1976: 1977: 1978: 1979: 1980: 1981: Overall Winners MuscleMemoryMuscleMemory Figure and Bikini Championships; Warren, OH; August 6th, 2016 NGA PRO/AM The 1991 Arnold Classic Champion placed second at the Olympia twice, but finished in the top 5 an amazing 12 times, a feat never accomplished before or since. Failed To Achieve A Goal? Mr South Carolina - AAU. I have been with Ken Taylor for at least 23 years. He had a famous saying when it came to training, Train to stimulate, not annihilate.. In 1988 he became the Jr. Mr. South Carolina Bodybuilding Champion, and national qualifier. Then, Lee appeared on the stage wearing supermarket underwear. So, its no surprise his training involved a lot of the basics. Matthew is an America Council On Exercise (ACE) certified fitness professional who has had a passion for fitness since elementary school and continues to research and learn how to build muscle effectively through training and diet. I started competing in bodybuilding professionally in 1982 and powerlifting professionally in 1985. List your products and/or service with us to maximize your business. Coming Soon. Stay strong and focused and with the right guidance you will meet your . About a day later, I started feeling sick. Excalibur Bodybuilding (BB) and figure championships. NFLSterling Sharpe, Green Bay PackersGeorge Rogers, Heisman Trophy WinnerBrad Edwards, Redskins + VikingsRichard Seymour, 3 Superbowls, 9 ProbowlsRyan Succopp, Tennessee TitansPatrick Dimarco, Atlanta Falcons, GOLFMi Huang Lee, LPGA, Ranked 32 in the worldKatie BurnettKyle ThompsonCharles WarrenTommy "Two Gloves" GaineyMark AndersonMark SilversWesley BryanUSC Golf Teams, 8 seasons, BODYBUILDINGBill Pearl, Mr. UniversePorter Cottrell, Mr. UniverseTony Pearson, Mr. AmericaTroy Zuccolotto, Mr. USA, STRENGTH + CONDITIONINGBill Dunn, UVA, World Powerlifting ChampionJohn Gamble, UVA, World Powerlifting ChampionDave Pasenella, Georgia Tech, First to squat over 1,000 lbs.Dan Austin, USC, 9-time Powerlifting Champion, TRAINING + EXERCISE SCIENCEMike Genova, Black Belt Hall of Fame Inductee Keith Kephart, President, National Strength + Conditioning AssociationDr Greg Rose, Titleist Performance Certification ProgramAl Vermil, Founding Father of Strength TrainingJason Glass, Canadian National Team. Contests include the 1949 Mr. San Francisco 1st; 1949 Mr. Northern California 1st; 1950 Mr. Pacific Coast 1st; 1950 Mr. America 3rd; 1951 Mr. California 1st; 1951 Mr. America 1st; 1952 Mr. World Tall 1st; 1976 Mr. Apollo 1st; 1976 Mr. South Africa 1st; 1977 Mr. Canada 1st. Lee Haney is a bodybuilding icon who continues to inspire millions around the world, not only because of his legendary achievements, but also due to the fact that hes known for being an amazing individual. For building the calf muscles, the standing toe/calf raise was his favorite movement. Location: Columbia, South Carolina Age: 18 Years Competing: 3 years with the NPC . That would be $25 a dose. Find courses and course info - across the U.S. and Canada Read the latest SCJGA news Season standings and stats. Total-Lee Awesome) has cemented his legacy in bodybuilding through a record breaking 8 Mr. Olympia titles. The calves in particular, are one body part that he feels need to be trained heavy and frequently, since they are considered a very stubborn muscle group. Subscribe to Carolina Bodbuilding Magazine TODAY! "I was hooked for life," he says. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Must be some mighty good shiat. Early Life, & Education Lee Haney was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina on November 11, 1959. In 1983, Haney competed at the Olympia and placed third in his first appearance at the prestigious competition. A note on the choices: Our selections are presented in approximate historical ordernot in order of importance or achievement. Lee Haney was the first completely dominant Olympia competitor of the post-Arnold era. Investigators say they confiscated 13 grams of cocaine and more than 600 doses of eight types of steroids, some labeled for animal use only, from Benton's workout studio on Broad River Road and from his home. When "The Blade" took the stage at the 2020 Mr. Olympia contest at the age of 51, it was the 21st and final time that he stood on the biggest stage in bodybuilding. MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Kenny Chesney, Peyton Manning, Olympians, wrestlers, bodybuilders and everyday locals have visited one of Myrtle Beach's few original, locally-owned gyms still in. Gillon is also a former Ms. International winner at the Arnold Sports Weekend. In 1990 he won the MR. South Carolina State Championship and decided he wanted to become a professional Bodybuilder. https://CarolinaNPC.com/, NPC Promoter of North Carolina NPC Elite Muscle Classic http://QuincyRoberts.com/, NPC Promoter of Southern Tournament Champions, Palmetto Classic, Victory Classic, Jay Cutler Classic, Mid-Atlantic http://www.kd-promotions.com/, NPC Promoter of the NPC Charlotte Cup, Stewart Fitness Championships. What is the Weight Loss Goal and How Much Exercise to Achieve. 2015 WNBF South Carolina Bodybuilding Championships Results Open Men's Physique Short Class Open Figure Open Men BB Bantam Weight 8th - Joe Wilson 5th - Ava Toliver 2nd - Stacy Jones 7th - Deion Bussey 4th - Nadine Brooks 1st - Robert Allen 6th - Isaac Mallett 3rd - Laura Biondi 5th - Tyler Roberts 2nd - Shanda Del Rio Open Men BB Light Weight For me, someone who does not enjoy fitness naturally, he has made a world of difference in my health, appearance and quality of life. Its my commitment to continue to compile and create pictures from various events to ensure that the legacy of the Bodybuilding sport continue on and, ultimately, help it grow for a better and much larger health and fitness community. Congratulations to everyone! Haney was Inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame in 2011 and the International Sports Hall of Fame in 2014. He also won the 1987 Grand Prix Germany (II) in between his Olympia wins, although this was the only other competition that he participated in during his time as champion. Haney would eat well-rounded, nutritious meals that consisted of quality foods. Carolina Bodybuilding All Rights Reserved by Carolina Bodybuilding LLC, Look for our upcoming Podcast and Contest Live Streams coming soon. I pulled the wheel barrel and as I got close to it, it had a horrible odor. I would recommend and encourage all to participate in any and all of KTs programs. VIEW ALL SHOWS You use, A lot of people are very unhappy with their current weight and their overall fitness level. We look forward to speaking with you soon. Believe it or not, it was my healthy lifestyle and my knowledge as bodybuilder that, I strongly believe, helped saved my life. You could say that Haney had humble beginnings, only having access to plastic, sand-filled weights. Her seventeen overall titles as a professional makes her the most successful female pro bodybuilder ever. Carolina NPC Leadership Since 1982, the top athletes in bodybuilding, fitness, figure, bikini and physique have started their careers in the NPC. Because of his encouragement and professional training, I am able to compete with people half my age. His passion for fitness and training has taken him around the world and placed him on the champions podium in American Karate, Body Building, Weight Lifting, and most recently Golf as a TPI Certified Instructor and 12-time SCGA champion. He has really 'been there and done that. August 23rd, 2014 NGA Mr. & Ms. Western America; Bakersfield, CA; August 2nd, 2014 NGA Alabama Natural and NGA Old Navy Natural; Birmingham, AL; July 12th, 2014 NGA PRO/AM Titan Classic; Urbandale, IA; June 28th, 2014 NGA 34th Annual Annapolis Bodybuilding, Figure, and Bikini Championships; Annapolis, MD; June 1st, 2014 NGA Heart of America Natural Classic; Peoria, IL; May 10th, 2014 NGA Mr. & Ms. Utah Natural Bodybuilding; Layton, UT; April 12th, 2014 NGA Kentucky Natural Classic; Lexington, KY; April 12th, 2013 NGA Pro Universe Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 2nd, 2013 NGA American National Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 2nd, 2013 NGA Florida Natural Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 2nd, 2013 NGA Northwest Natural Fall Show Chanpionships; Boise, ID; October 5th, 2013 NGA Northern States Natural Pro Qualifier at Peery's Egyptian Theater; Ogden, Utah; September 21st, 2013 The NGA Titan Classic; Urbandale, Iowa; June 22rd, 2013 NGA 33rd Annual Annapolis Bodybuilding, Figure, and Bikini; Annapolis, MD; June 2nd, 2013 NGA 1st Abraham Fitness Championships; Coral Springs, FL; May 11th, 2013 NGA Heart of America, JT Natural Classic Bodybuilding and Figure Championships; Peoria, IL; May 4th, 2013 The NGA Northwest Natural; Boise, ID; April 26th and 27th, 2013 Utah NGA Bodybuilding; Layton, UT; April 20th, 2012 NGA Pro Universe Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 10th, 2012 NGA American National Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 10th, 2012 NGA Florida National Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 10th, 2012 NGA Alabama Natural Open Bodybuilding, Figure, Bikini Championships, and Super Pro Qualifier; Birmingham, AL; July 14, 2012 NGA 32nd Annual Annapolis Bodybuilding, Figure, and Bikini Championships; Annapolis, MD; June 3rd, 2012 NGA Heart of America, JT Natural Classic Bodybuilding and Figure Championships; Peoria, IL; May 12th, 2012 The NGA Northwest Natural; Boise, ID; April 27th and 28th, 2012 NGA Mr. & Ms. Utah Natural Bodybuilding; Ogden, UT; April 14th, 2011 NGA Pro Universe Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 12th, 2011 NGA American Int'l Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 12th, 2011 NGA Florida National Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 12th, 2011 NGA Natural Northern States; Ogden, UT; September 24th, 2011 NGA Heart of America; Boise, ID; May 7th, 2011 NGA Mr. & Ms. Natural Philadelphia Championships; Plymouth Meeting, PA; May 7th, 2011 NGA Mr. & Ms. Utah Natural Bodybuilding; Ogden, UT; April 9th, 2011 NGA Ms. Utah Figure Championships; Ogden, UT; April 9th, 2010 NGA Pro Universe Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 13th, 2010 NGA American International Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 13th, 2010 NGA Florida Natural Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 13th, 2010 NGA Heart of America Bodybuilding and Figure Championships; Peoria, IL; May 8th, 2009 NGA Pro Universe Championships; Coral Springs, FL; November 7th. Hes often joined by guests on the program, as well as being accompanied by his wife. Carolina Bodybuilding candid, sitdown interview with IFBB Pro, Johnny Stewart. He was also nicknamed "Mr. Lifestyle" because of his commitment to bodybuilding, and he's continued to live up to the title for decades. Haney believed that using a narrow stance was the most effective way to perform the squat, as he felt it activated the overall thigh muscles better than a wide stance. Natural Championships; Santa Rosa, CA; May 14th, 2016 NGA Georgia Bodybuilding, Figure, Bikini, Women & Men Physique Championships; Atlanta, GA; May 14th, 2016 NGA Toledo Glass Scepter; Maumee, OH; May 14th, 2016 NGA Heart of America; Peoria, IL; May 14th, 2016 NGA 24th Annual Northwest Natural Bodybuilding & Figure Championships; Boise, ID; May 7th, NGA 16th Annual NGA PRO/AM Mr. & Ms. Philadelphia; Plymouth Meeting, PA; May 7th, 2016 NGA 1st Annual Pro/Am Rockys NEO Championships; Columbiana, OH; April 30th, 2016 NGA Lee Banks Natural Bodybuilding Championships; Jacksonville, FL; April 23rd, 2016 NGA Mr. & Mrs. Utah Natural Bodybuilding Championships, Clearfield; UT; April 9th, 2016 NGA 4th Annual Mr. Anthracite Natural Bodybuilding and Physique Championships; Pottsville, PA; April 9th, 2016 NGA PRO/AM Kentucky Natural Classic; Lexington, KY; April 2nd, NGA Mt. Competition that same year to start her family am in the IFBB professional League State Championship and decided wanted! 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