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Hi guys. Just wanted to pass a bit of info.
I have been granted PRO status by Wayne Demilia of Pro Division Inc. because of my NABBA 2005 nationals overall win. This is not some huge announcement or signing as there will be much bigger named people competing.
Just wanted to encourage you all to check out competing in the NABBA, especially the jr. nationals and nationals this fall. By winning the NABBA overall nationals, you can petition to become a Pro in the PDI. You can also compete in other organizations.
Hopefully PDI will be solid and a good second Pro division for BBing and the athletes. Out of all the BBers out there, there are so few actual pros in our sport. PDI are also putting more emphasis on aesthetics than the current IFBB so this should help move BBing back in the right direction. Similar to NABBA which rewards physiques which are muscular and aesthetic. Big guts and synthol need not apply.
Check out www.NABBA.com
Take care,
-John
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Hi guys. Just wanted to pass a bit of info.
I have been granted PRO status by Wayne Demilia of Pro Division Inc. because of my NABBA 2005 nationals overall win. This is not some huge announcement or signing as there will be much bigger named people competing.
Just wanted to encourage you all to check out competing in the NABBA, especially the jr. nationals and nationals this fall. By winning the NABBA overall nationals, you can petition to become a Pro in the PDI. You can also compete in other organizations.
Hopefully PDI will be solid and a good second Pro division for BBing and the athletes. Out of all the BBers out there, there are so few actual pros in our sport. PDI are also putting more emphasis on aesthetics than the current IFBB so this should help move BBing back in the right direction. Similar to NABBA which rewards physiques which are muscular and aesthetic. Big guts and synthol need not apply.
Check out www.NABBA.com
Take care,
-John
Congrats Shoot.....
Now I am not the only one, nice to have you in the club, you bring class, dignity, and an ass-kickin physique.....
Jack London
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Congratulations, bro!
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Congrats!
You have a website yet?
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Congratulations John... You just lowered Jack's placing from 4th to 5th. :(
Early PDI predictions just in
1 - Lee Priest
2 - Vince Taylor
3 - Vinny Galanti
4 - John Kocka
5 - Jack London
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Congratulations John... You just lowered Jack's placing from 4th to 5th. :(
Early PDI predictions just in
1 - Lee Priest
2 - Vince Taylor
3 - Vinny Galanti
4 - John Kocka
5 - Jack London
And if your theory is correct, at 5th Rhino would still earn more money from that one show than 75% of IFBB pros would earn the entire pro season, right? ;)
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And if your theory is correct, at 5th Rhino would still earn more money from that one show than 75% of IFBB pros would earn the entire pro season, right? ;)
Sushi=owned.
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Sadly as more competitors are announced Mr. London will make more money with his hot dog stand and fetching coffee then any bodybuilding show he enters
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Congratulations John... You just lowered Jack's placing from 4th to 5th. :(
Early PDI predictions just in
1 - Lee Priest
2 - Vince Taylor
3 - Vinny Galanti
4 - John Kocka
5 - Jack London
Stick to the pictures dear, your far more funny that way.
Serious question...
Aren't there more then five already signed with the PDI?
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THIS is what is keeping Manion up nights... he could care less about the IFBB, but by recognizing "pros" from NABBA and other organizations, the PDI has become a threat to the NPC, which is his real bread & butter.
Amen to that.
And yes, NiceRacq, there are others who have signed and/or committed to the PDI shows in the fall. However the terms of their current contracts and summer shows, they're milking them until no longer possible. Do you think a competitor would do better or worse at the NY Pro by announcing NOW that he also plans to do the NOC in the fall?
And if you say it wouldn't affect his placing at all, you have been drinking the Kool-Aid.
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Amen to that.
And yes, NiceRacq, there are others who have signed and/or committed to the PDI shows in the fall. However the terms of their current contracts and summer shows, they're milking them until no longer possible. Do you think a competitor would do better or worse at the NY Pro by announcing NOW that he also plans to do the NOC in the fall?
And if you say it wouldn't affect his placing at all, you have been drinking the Kool-Aid.
Calm down dear,
Just asked a question is all, no hidden Manion agenda, only curiousity.
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Stick to the pictures dear, your far more funny that way.
Serious question...
Aren't there more then five already signed with the PDI?
Remember also, that there will be three(3) qualifiers, five classes, s pro cards in each class. That will make 30 more pros before the NOC.
The PDI rocks!
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THIS is what is keeping Manion up nights... he could care less about the IFBB, but by recognizing "pros" from NABBA and other organizations, the PDI has become a threat to the NPC, which is his real bread & butter.
Incorrect.
If people know they can qualify for pro status in the PDI by placing in the top 5 of a national-level NPC event, they will *still* compete in the NPC.
The only potential 'loss' would be those folks who seem to show up year-after-year without being able to make it over the hump. Those are the guys who've made a lot of money for the NPC, but who probably wouldn't do well at all in the IFBB, for whatever.
The PDI is perfect for them.
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Note: You were right in saying that the NPC is Manion's bread and butter. That's why you're darn right it's being protected at all costs.
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Thanks Jack, Tre and 240. Appreciate it!
Guys, I think your going to be surprised at what Jack is going to bring to NY. We'll see.
Some of the NABBA guys in Europe will make their presence known as well.
-John
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Incorrect.
If people know they can qualify for pro status in the PDI by placing in the top 5 of a national-level NPC event, they will *still* compete in the NPC.
The only potential 'loss' would be those folks who seem to show up year-after-year without being able to make it over the hump. Those are the guys who've made a lot of money for the NPC, but who probably wouldn't do well at all in the IFBB, for whatever.
The PDI is perfect for them.
Good point, except the fact that to be a Pro in the PDI, you must win your classat a national level NPC show. Top 5 won't do it.
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Thanks Jack, Tre and 240. Appreciate it!
Guys, I think your going to be surprised at what Jack is going to bring to NY. We'll see.
Some of the NABBA guys in Europe will make their presence known as well.
-John
Thanks John for the support, 272 today, with abs, and striated glutes!!!!!!!!
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No matter what the organization, the market is always going to reward the most talented people.
The competitors are going to bounce around in a chess game between egomaniacs, sure. The web guys, promoters, photogs, writers, etc, will voice their opinion, but in reality, when the winds blow and one remains, all of these same ppl will still be working in the field.
So if the PDI wins, Horton will be taking pictures, Bob will be holding up a booth at shows, and it'll still be the same bunch of ppl. If the IFBB wins, you'll still have the same crowd, and the IFBB will assimilate the PDI guys, as it'll need them. You can't lose the group they're going to lose and not take a hit.
In the bigger scheme, arguing the PDI/IFBB is fun. It's interesting. But we're here for our skillsets, knowledge, and ability to sit thru events in a sport which would bore the pants off most. The same competitors and crews and fans will be on board, no matter which puppetmaster wins and gets their name on the sign, bigger checks, and bragging rights.
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I was wondering about the Bob thing. I wonder if BB.com is going to punish Bob by having him work the booths at PDI shows.
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Right now, guys who feel they can advance in their firms by acting loyal in public are going to bash the PDI. Period.
Horton, you're trying to get ahead and make nice with your bosses. It's clear.
Chick, your loyalties are well-documented.
Bottom line is that unless we have a hand in influencing policy-making, we're doing nothing but posturing and blowing hot air, and just kicking around some words. It's fun, it's a good way to ascertain opportunities that lie out there for us in our fields and to network. But in 3 years, when we're at the 240 Classic in Tampa, nobody will remember any of this.
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So if the PDI wins, Horton will be taking pictures,
For who?
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For who?
Walmart Portrait Studios?
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For who?
Me, of course, well maybe not for me, but of me(LOL).
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Me, of course, well maybe not for me, but of me(LOL).
Not to start a whole "flame war" going, but what magazines are going to be covering the shows?
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Not to start a whole "flame war" going, but what magazines are going to be covering the shows?
MD is being *awfully* friendly to the PDI. Big writeup this month, interview with Wayne. Also Romano's interview on the Pro Bbing radio roundtable made it abundantly clear that MD is on board. And can you blame them? IFBB has treated then like the red haired stepchild at many shows.
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MD is being *awfully* friendly to the PDI. Big writeup this month, interview with Wayne. Also Romano's interview on the Pro Bbing radio roundtable made it abundantly clear that MD is on board. And can you blame them? IFBB has treated then like the red haired stepchild at many shows.
I wonder if they will cover any proposed shows in Europe, they haven't before?
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Not to start a whole "flame war" going, but what magazines are going to be covering the shows?
there are a lot of magazines outside the US. if PDI starts having contests in Europe, the European mags will definitely cover them.
I hope PDI gets many of the NABBA pros to compete, such as Sergei Ogorodnikov, Gary Lister, Charles Mario, Hassan Al Saka, Steve Sinton, Costantino Galeazzo
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what's this kid/guy look like??
the new PDI Pro ............shootfighter?? streetfighter??
pics?
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there are a lot of magazines outside the US. if PDI starts having contests in Europe, the European mags will definitely cover them.
I hope PDI gets many of the NABBA pros to compete, such as Sergei Ogorodnikov, Gary Lister, Charles Mario, Hassan Al Saka, Steve Sinton, Costantino Galeazzo
Yep. You've hit the nail on the head.
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Congrats John, you have a very good physique :)
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Great physique!
(http://www.nabba.com/2005images/Nat51.jpg)
Got any other pics for us?
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what's this kid/guy look like??
the new PDI Pro ............shootfighter?? streetfighter??
pics?
Trust me, he's very good, very good indeed, he is the current National champ.
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Trust me, he's very good, very good indeed, he is the current National champ.
MANNNNN PDI is shaping up!!!!!!!!
rhino,vinny,streetwalker"?
(if that's streetfighter in that pic he looks great!)
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MANNNNN PDI is shaping up!!!!!!!!
rhino,vinny,streetwalker"?
(if that's streetfighter in that pic he looks great!)
That is in fact shootfighter.
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Hi guys. Just wanted to pass a bit of info.
I have been granted PRO status by Wayne Demilia of Pro Division Inc. because of my NABBA 2005 nationals overall win. This is not some huge announcement or signing as there will be much bigger named people competing.
Just wanted to encourage you all to check out competing in the NABBA, especially the jr. nationals and nationals this fall. By winning the NABBA overall nationals, you can petition to become a Pro in the PDI. You can also compete in other organizations.
Hopefully PDI will be solid and a good second Pro division for BBing and the athletes. Out of all the BBers out there, there are so few actual pros in our sport. PDI are also putting more emphasis on aesthetics than the current IFBB so this should help move BBing back in the right direction. Similar to NABBA which rewards physiques which are muscular and aesthetic. Big guts and synthol need not apply.
Check out www.NABBA.com
Take care,
-John
Congratulations. I hope you light the stage on fire!
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Sweet Jesus. If you win the Nabba thingy you get a m'f'ing sword!? Gimme some protan and tight underwear. Sweet. I'm in.
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Yeah, thats me. Thank you guys. I Bodybuild like Jack does, cause I love it. I have a full time career. If I am going to compete next year I would change things a bit, focus more on BBing and bring another 10-15lbs to the stage. Conditioning, shape and symmetry are my strong points naturally but I can add more mass if needed.
Thanks for reading and all the responces.
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Yeah, thats me. Thank you guys. I Bodybuild like Jack does, cause I love it. I have a full time career. If I am going to compete next year I would change things a bit, focus more on BBing and bring another 10-15lbs to the stage. Conditioning, shape and symmetry are my strong points naturally but I can add more mass if needed.
Thanks for reading and all the responces.
Lookin good bro, well I think you said you were sitting this year's noc out, so I don't have to worry about you, but I guess I will deal with you next year(LOL). If I am not in a walker by then.
(LOL), seriously, you look great, and what a class act!!!!!!!!!!!
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u look familar
great physique btw
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u look familar
great physique btw
some guy used that exact line in the bar last night ;)
And yes I'm following you around :P
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some guy used that exact line in the bar last night ;)
And yes I'm following you around :P
;)
did it work?
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Yeah, thats me. Thank you guys. I Bodybuild like Jack does, cause I love it. I have a full time career. If I am going to compete next year I would change things a bit, focus more on BBing and bring another 10-15lbs to the stage. Conditioning, shape and symmetry are my strong points naturally but I can add more mass if needed.
Thanks for reading and all the responces.
First off - a GREAT physique. But...in the interest of helping you compete against Lee Priest and Vince Taylor - you need bigger legs, in particular the hams and calves, but also quads. No idea about the lats as I haven't seen a pic yet. The front and side upper body, though, look amazing!
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;)
did it work?
Same results you got :-*
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Same results you got :-*
let me try it on a female hold on......................
(yelling out window!)
they kept on walking
(think they were only like 16 tho)
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Yep, I agree. More squats, also I burned some leg muscle doing too much cardio. Like I said, I can put on more muscle if needed. I competed NABBA because guys can get by more with genetics and very minimal contest supps. To me its important to be healthy. Here is a quick semi-relaxed back shot since you asked. Back is a stronger bodypart for me.
"You look familiar".....mike, I'm telling Cheri. She's pretty hot by the way, you both have really got into good shape.
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Yep, I agree. More squats. Like I said, I can put on more muscle if needed. I competed NABBA because guys can get by more with genetics and very minimal contest supps. To me its important to be healthy. Here is a quick semi-relaxed back shot since you asked.
"You look familiar".....mike, I'm telling Cheri. She's pretty hot by the way, you both have really got into good shape.
LOL!
THANKS Bro!
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Yep, I agree. More squats. Like I said, I can put on more muscle if needed. I competed NABBA because guys can get by more with genetics and very minimal contest supps. To me its important to be healthy. Here is a quick semi-relaxed back shot since you asked. Back is a stronger bodypart for me.
"You look familiar".....mike, I'm telling Cheri. She's pretty hot by the way, you both have really got into good shape.
SICK BACK! Getting the Christmas tree is like South Park finding the clitoris.
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I had a tree going at my last show in the fall. Comes out when I get lower in fat. If you want to see a freaky assed christmas tree, go look at Luke Wood's pics! His lower back muscles are ridiculous.
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Yep, I agree. More squats, also I burned some leg muscle doing too much cardio. Like I said, I can put on more muscle if needed. I competed NABBA because guys can get by more with genetics and very minimal contest supps. To me its important to be healthy. Here is a quick semi-relaxed back shot since you asked. Back is a stronger bodypart for me.
"You look familiar".....mike, I'm telling Cheri. She's pretty hot by the way, you both have really got into good shape.
AWESOME back! Any back-double bi shots?
Man, you're way ahead of the game - looks like all you need is the legs and it sounds like you've got a game plan to do that (just don't forget the calves ;) ). Can't wait to see what you bring to the NOC. So was Rhino right, you're not doing this year's NOC?
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I think I have one but on my other computer...I'll put it up tomorrow. Back double bi is a good shot for me. Calves are the only thing that are tough for me to build. I'll probably never have great calves.
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Looking good bro!
Welcome to the PDI!
Are you competing in the NOC on 9-16-06?
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Congrats man , well done , I invision alot of Nabba guys going to PDI as this is a ideal opertunity to turn pro with out the restrictions of the IFBB, there are alot of seriously good boys in Nabba and some serious meat will be on the PDI stage , this is good for the sport !! :D
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Thanks guys. No, not going to do the NOC cause I am still healing from a bicep injury plus I still can't even imagine being on the same stage as Vince Taylor. One of the smaller PDI shows next season. Few more weeks and I am back to heavier weights with the arm. Doing well.
Here's a back double bi and M.M. from last fall (wasn't in contest shape of course).
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Back double bi...
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Last one. Have to work on not loosing muscle while dieting. Always get nervous I'm not cut enough and dieted/cardio too hard. I'd be heavier if I get onstage again.
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(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=69772.0;attach=76901;image)
kyou ryoku gata
strong type
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kyou ryoku gata
strong type
You speak Japanese? ???
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You speak Japanese? ???
I speak to people who speak Japanese. but I did get pretty good at reading Tokyo subway signs.
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I speak to people who speak Japanese. but I did get pretty good at reading Tokyo subway signs.
Who are you? ???
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Good catch!
I used to fight and now coach (part-time) shootfighting. Its submission wrestling + kickboxing. UFC style fighting. Our fight team is named "strong style". Many of the guys who are pros or coaches at our gym have this tatoo. Thats the only tatoo I have and the only one I will get. Too many tatoos can be a negative on stage.
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Hi guys. Just wanted to pass a bit of info.
I have been granted PRO status by Wayne Demilia of Pro Division Inc. because of my NABBA 2005 nationals overall win. This is not some huge announcement or signing as there will be much bigger named people competing.
Just wanted to encourage you all to check out competing in the NABBA, especially the jr. nationals and nationals this fall. By winning the NABBA overall nationals, you can petition to become a Pro in the PDI. You can also compete in other organizations.
Hopefully PDI will be solid and a good second Pro division for BBing and the athletes. Out of all the BBers out there, there are so few actual pros in our sport. PDI are also putting more emphasis on aesthetics than the current IFBB so this should help move BBing back in the right direction. Similar to NABBA which rewards physiques which are muscular and aesthetic. Big guts and synthol need not apply.
Check out www.NABBA.com
Take care,
-John
This can only be good for pro bodybuilding and bodybuilding in general. The sport is in a shambles and this is a big step in the right direction.
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I was wondering about the Bob thing. I wonder if BB.com is going to punish Bob by having him work the booths at PDI shows.
Why would it be "punishing me"...It's part of my job.
I already stated...BB.com is NOT sponsoring the PDI.
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Why would it be "punishing me"...It's part of my job.
I already stated...BB.com is NOT sponsoring the PDI.
Isn't BBing.com sponsoring some of the events at the NOC?