Author Topic: FLEX LEWIS signs with the WEIDERS... (Read 4668 times)

the shadow · « **on:** October 13, 2006, 11:39:30 AM »

congrats to flex lewis that he chose the right federation.LONG LIVE IFBB.i know he was already an IFBB athtlete but after signing with weiders he can now apply for his pro card
http://www.flexonline.com/news/164

timfogarty · « **Reply #1 on:** October 13, 2006, 11:49:49 AM »

it ain't a federation

the shadow · « **Reply #2 on:** October 13, 2006, 11:57:03 AM »

Quote from: timfogarty on October 13, 2006, 11:49:49 AM

it ain't a federation

INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF BODYBUILDERS...i think thats what IFBB means...nuff said

jaejonna · « **Reply #3 on:** October 13, 2006, 11:58:09 AM »

FINALLY A REAL BB WHO CAN SPORT THE NAME

FLEX

Chris Glass · « **Reply #4 on:** October 13, 2006, 12:13:56 PM »

I think it's just great. Their ARE opportunities for young amateurs to make money in this sport via proper marketing. I am nowhere near the level of Flex, however I've marketted myself and taken advantage of several sponsorship opportunities on smaller levels for almost 8 years now. I don't think I've had to buy supplements for 7 years thanks to great companies like PROLAB and MHP. Even Ecclipse 2000 back in '99 picked me up before I deserved it. This should be real encouraging to young guys who want to carve a piece of pie from this industry. Congrats to James.

SWOLETRAIN · « **Reply #5 on:** October 13, 2006, 12:37:32 PM »

Weiders suck! somebody please remove them from the sport!

240 is Back · « **Reply #6 on:** October 13, 2006, 01:17:50 PM »

Quote from: Matt C on October 13, 2006, 12:19:21 PM

If geeks like 240 and I can make a living off of bodybuilding ANY and EVERY bodybuilder should be able to. I don't feel sorry for pros who don't.

This man speaks the truth! I look like a sock full of day-old Chocolate pudding, and I'm doing okay in a sport based upon looks!

240 is Back · « **Reply #7 on:** October 13, 2006, 01:18:49 PM »

so anyway, i missed the news - did Flex Lewis win his pro card?

onlyme · « **Reply #8 on:** October 13, 2006, 01:21:08 PM »

Bet you anything he won't make anywhere near as much money with the IFBB as if he was to be with the PDI. He jsut won't make any money. He won't ever win a show. His prize money is limited to a $1,000 if that. Too bad for him.

FOR REAL · « **Reply #9 on:** October 13, 2006, 01:21:29 PM »

Flex Lewis seems like an EXTREMELY down to earth and approachable guy, plus tons of potential! Congrats on signing with the Weiders! Certainly a HUGE accomplishment for someone his age!!

tweeter · « **Reply #10 on:** October 13, 2006, 01:48:15 PM »

Damn, Flex's girl is hot; scroll to the bottom of the flexonline article

Peter Putnam · « **Reply #11 on:** October 13, 2006, 02:13:57 PM »

Quote from: FOR REAL on October 13, 2006, 01:21:29 PM

Flex Lewis seems like an EXTREMELY down to earth and approachable guy, plus tons of potential! Congrats on signing with the Weiders! Certainly a HUGE accomplishment for someone his age!!

Congrats bro. Again, I am so happy for you! Can't wait to see you in a bit!

Tweeter, his girlfriend's name is Shina Mitchell and she is from TN.

timfogarty · « **Reply #12 on:** October 13, 2006, 02:20:49 PM »

Quote from: the shadow on October 13, 2006, 11:57:03 AM

INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF BODYBUILDERS...i think thats what IFBB means...nuff said

you said "he chose the right federation", as if there were different federations to choose from. The definition of federation is "an organization or group within which smaller divisions have some degree of internal autonomy". Neither the PDI or the pro IFBB is a federation, unless perhaps they're federations of contest promoters.

Mari Asp · « **Reply #13 on:** October 13, 2006, 03:12:18 PM »

Congratulations FLEX!!!!
I know you are in LA right now, so CALL me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Miss my RRRRRRRRR............... ............boy!

Milos_Sarcev · « **Reply #14 on:** October 13, 2006, 04:52:18 PM »

Congratulations....

getfast81 · « **Reply #15 on:** October 13, 2006, 07:37:04 PM »

Quote from: the shadow on October 13, 2006, 11:39:30 AM

congrats to flex lewis that he chose the right federation.LONG LIVE IFBB.i know he was already an IFBB athtlete but after signing with weiders he can now apply for his pro card
http://www.flexonline.com/news/164

No, he isnt even a pro yet. Hoping next year at the British Nationals to secure a pro card. Funny how the PDI gets blackballed by the IFBB/Weiders and Flex Lewis competes in NABBA, EFBB, and so on. Just a weird thought............. $:-\$

Luke Wood · « **Reply #16 on:** October 13, 2006, 09:18:54 PM »

Flex Just won the IFBB MR WALES and the IFBB BRITISH CHAMPIONSHIPS!!!!!

getfast81 · « **Reply #17 on:** October 13, 2006, 09:36:51 PM »

WFBB Mr Wales 2006
NABBA Mr Universe
EFBB Jnr Mr Britain 2004
EFBB Jnr Mr Wales 2004
NABBA Mr Europe 2004
NABBA Jnr Mr Britain 2004
NABBA Jnr Mr Wales 2004
EFBB Jnr Mr Britain 2003
WFBB Jnr Mr Wales 2003
WFBB First Timers Mr Wales 2003

timfogarty · « **Reply #18 on:** October 13, 2006, 10:18:06 PM »

Quote from: Luke Wood on October 13, 2006, 09:18:54 PM

Flex Just won the IFBB MR WALES and the IFBB BRITISH CHAMPIONSHIPS!!!!!

no, he won his class in the 2006 IFBB British Championships.

Quote from: getfast81 on October 13, 2006, 09:36:51 PM

NABBA Mr Universe

he won the Junior class of the 2004 NABBA Universe

the shadow · « **Reply #19 on:** October 13, 2006, 11:25:53 PM »

Quote from: onlyme on October 13, 2006, 01:21:08 PM

Bet you anything he won't make anywhere near as much money with the IFBB as if he was to be with the PDI. He jsut won't make any money. He won't ever win a show. His prize money is limited to a $1,000 if that. Too bad for him.

dude PDI is a joke...it won't last even for an year...PDI is a disgrace.the quality of the competitors at their shows is beyond pathetic..

Figo · « **Reply #20 on:** October 13, 2006, 11:42:09 PM »

Quote from: the shadow on October 13, 2006, 11:25:53 PM

dude PDI is a joke...it won't last even for an year...PDI is a disgrace.the quality of the competitors at their shows is beyond pathetic..

Its going to be considered to be an inferior quality line-up in the initial stages, sure, as its a new "federation".
However, with time, it will develop a more competitive stable of competitors. Perhaps sooner than you and others may think.
With regards to lasting less than a year, ridiculous...

This whole thing about Lewis here, there, where? Watch him wake-up and switch to PDI mid-way through next year...
He reminds me of Clairmonte, who used to compete in the "minor" organizations in the late 80's, early 90's, someone like him would have gotten his just dues in the PDI.

thegift · « **Reply #21 on:** October 13, 2006, 11:57:24 PM »

Congrats bro on your contract! We will have to go out for sushi again, on me ok!

MattT · « **Reply #22 on:** October 14, 2006, 12:10:09 AM »

congrads Flex!!

Also im interested in finding out how much non-pro weider athelets get paid per contact? Anyone have any idea of how much?

Peter Putnam · « **Reply #23 on:** October 14, 2006, 05:48:05 AM »

Quote from: tweeter on October 13, 2006, 06:41:15 PM

Does Flex have some kind of connection to TN? I know he guest posed here in Knoxville with you and his girlfriend is from TN. Just curious since he is from Wales.

Yeah... Jame's connection to TN is me!

I am the one who got the promoter for the GreaterKnox to bring him out. Shina was one of our clients and is one of our dear friends. Hence, the love connection!

Condor · « **Reply #24 on:** October 14, 2006, 08:42:00 AM »

Quote from: MattT on October 14, 2006, 12:10:09 AM

congrads Flex!!

Also im interested in finding out how much non-pro weider athelets get paid per contact? Anyone have any idea of how much?

I'm thinkin MattT is looking for a contract deal

That is a good question though, I would like to know myself.

For when I get to that level, in about 3 years.......