My Experiences at the 2009 Masters Nationals

[MetalMilitiaBabe]

A lot of people have been working real hard to turn elite into a helpful site full of respectful people. Its something we all have to work together at every day. It took a long time to make this atmosphere and it takes a lot of work to keep it.

I thank god everyday for the leaders we have on this site now. They all work so hard to make this site what it is now.

Well I can definately see all of the hard work that has gone into this & feel it is a true privlage to be a part of ef and to be involved with allof the other great people on this site.

 

[sbt2082]

Well I can definately see all of the hard work that has gone into this & feel it is a true privlage to be a part of ef and to be involved with allof the other great people on this site.

Well said!!

You looked GREAT btw- wishing you the best for your off season now!!

 

[the_alcatraz]

you look awesome....well-done!

 

[TheMsGuns]

CONGRATS Anita!

 

[Tami Bellon]

There are however things that went on at the show that I do not think were right and the biggest one was what happened with the womens 35+ overall and 45+ overall. Taking nothing away from Tracy, I think it is great she got her pro-card, but they are suppose to give out 2 cards one for the 45+ and one for the 35+ and they gave it all to Tracy. They should have given the 35+ to Michele Ivers (sorry I forgot what her married name is...). I was actually suprised that they let people do cross overs when they are providing a pro card in each division. I feel there should be no cross overs allowed and they need to have 4 weight classes in the 45+ division same as in the 35+ division. Other than that I thought the show was great.

I agree about the cards. I have read that they did create a new rule on this because of what happened here - which is a good thing, but now, how does the other person feel about that. If it were me receiving 2 cards (lol - big hypothetical there), I would request that the 2nd card given go to the next person in line - but that's just me. It's like having 2 million dollars or 3 million dollars.....are you really going to miss one? lol


However, there are those & typically it is the newer bodybuilders who are quite arrogant and rude. Take heed - it does you no favors when you are arrogant at a show. In other words when someone says hi or in passing smiles at you don't act like you are king or queen and it is below you to address them.

I have heard stories about fbb's snubbing each other. In fact, 2 girls - who both happen to be friends of mine - were in that situation. One (who is now a pro) snubbed the other and I would have NEVER thought her to be that rude. I'm not sure what her problem was other than she was CLEARLY intimidated and maybe even feeling inferior - who knows, but honestly - it just made her look bad.... and now, unfortunately, this is the first thing that pops into my head when I hear her name. It's something you don't want attached to you.

It IS rude and arrogant - and just plain UGLY for that matter. I personally LOVE meeting other fbbs at shows. It's extremely motivating! I love hearing their story and getting to know them personally.

Congratulations on your placing! Very well done

 

[MetalMilitiaBabe]

I have heard stories about fbb's snubbing each other. In fact, 2 girls - who both happen to be friends of mine - were in that situation. One (who is now a pro) snubbed the other and I would have NEVER thought her to be that rude. I'm not sure what her problem was other than she was CLEARLY intimidated and maybe even feeling inferior - who knows, but honestly - it just made her look bad.... and now, unfortunately, this is the first thing that pops into my head when I hear her name. It's something you don't want attached to you.

It IS rude and arrogant - and just plain UGLY for that matter. I personally LOVE meeting other fbbs at shows. It's extremely motivating! I love hearing their story and getting to know them personally.

Congratulations on your placing! Very well done

Thanks Tami & congrats to you as well on your placing at the North America.

I do wish more Bodybuilders would recognize that their actions not only affect how they are viewed as individuals, but affects how we are all viewed in the industry as a whole.