Hey Guys,
In an effort to create a little buzz about Craig Richardson's return to the Mr. Olympia state (this time, at 212), we are on our way today to
Bev Francis' Powerhouse Gym in Long Island to have Frank Sepe interview and film a workout for NPC News which has online videos.
Ok, so you ask, "What the hell is the difference?"
Answer: We are doing our actual shoulder workout. What some don't know is that the pros, when filmed or for photos, don't actually show you what they really do.
They allow the photographer to dictate what exercises he wants to see and shoot.
Also, they never really explain why they do what they do.
At least with Craig, whatever you see him doing, he really does. He won't change the workout or his eating just to do a photo shoot.
And yes, this is the gym Steve Weinberger owns.
I will tell you this, Steve has always treated me very nicely and even with respect. He has been very helpful to Craig throughout the years, offering good advice and
always inviting us to train at this gym. Every time we are there (which is maybe once a year), he stops what he is doing, comes out and spends time greeting both of us as if
we actually matter.
As far as Bev, I can tell you that I once lost the 16 tickets I bought to the NY Pro and called Steve in a panic. I had people coming in from all over and now, with no tickets.
Bev met me and my people at the door, had already figured out where we would be sitting and had us all escorted to the seats. You have to take into account just how busy
and how much chaos there was when she was doing all this. It wasn't easy and it was a real pain for her, yet she was very patient, kind and understanding, so much so, I sent her
flowers to thank her.
Harley
