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Folate – Important for healthy babies and a healthy heart!
Folate – Important for healthy babies and a healthy heart! Health and Fitness Tip of the Day – January 28th, 2009 Folate is important in the prevention of birth defects and heart disease. Are you consuming enough? Folate is a B vitamin found in dark green leafy vegetables, dried beans and certain fruits such as oranges [...]
A simple 100 calories per day can be the difference in weight maintenance versus gain or loss
A simple 100 calories per day can be the difference in weight maintenance versus gain or loss Health and Fitness tip of the day – January 27th, 2009 When you think about weight gain, you probably think overeating to excess or failing to get any activity. The reality is a simple 100 calories a day can make [...]
Great Shot Adrian!
This amazing photo of downtown Vancouver was taken by BodyProud.org member Adrian Eden. Adrian told us that the photo was taken with a Canon Vixia HG20 Video Camera on January 21st 2009 at the top of Cypress Mountain in Vancouver BC Canada. It will be featured in a Novel by University of British Columbia professor Tim Oke. [...]
Go Ahead…Go Nuts!
Go Ahead…Go Nuts! Health and Fitness Tip of the Day – January 26th, 2009 Nuts tend to be higher in fat and calories than other items in the meat and beans food group, but they have a place in a low-fat diet since they contain mostly unsaturated fat. Nuts are also cholesterol-free and are good sources of [...]
Enhance Your Iron Intake
Enhance Your Iron Intake Health and Fitness Tip of the Day – January 25th, 2009 Even though iron is widely available in food, iron deficiency is a common nutrition problem. Iron carries oxygen throughout your body so cells can produce energy. When levels of iron are low, fatigue, weakness and poor tolerance to temperature extremes often result. Iron in [...]
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- I Joined the Body Proud Community to
- Realize my Personal Goals
- My Facts 'n Stats:
- Co-President & Co-Founder, Body Proud
Co-Producer, FAME World Tour
Co-Founder, WNSO (World Natural Sports Organization)
Chief Judge, FAME World Tour & WNSO
- Profession
- Entrepreneur, CEO
- I Am Looking for Advice On:
- From an in-house fitness training business in Toronto to the international
stage, Jeff Kippel and Mindy Blackstien have revolutionized the world of
fitness. Armed with a common ambition, a love of fitness and a focused
determination, Jeff and Mindy have seen their vision of the World Natural
Sports Organization (WNSO) grow to become a global force in the
multi-billion dollar health & fitness industry.
Answering the call for high caliber fitness events that promoted natural training and competing, the FAME World Tour was launched as the competition and exposition division of their company. As a fitness organization based on professionalism, consummate performance and commitment to the fitness, modeling and talent community, the FAME World Tour proved to be a milestone in the worldwide fitness scene, providing a natural forum that paralleled the status of other high profile sporting events, and ultimately launched the natural fitness movement in Canada.
Now with events worldwide and a publication, FAME Magazine, that caters to them and their athletes, this husband and wife team has had unprecedented success and continues to build the brand they have made synonymous with fitness, modeling and talent: FAME.
Who are the visionaries behind the organization?
That would be Jeffrey Kippel and Mindy Blackstien a husband & wife team who have dedicated the last decade to building their vision.
How did they meet?
They feel as though they were destined to meet. Upon reflection, they realized there were many opportunities where they could have met - they were both trainers at the same gym; they both almost enrolled in the same program at a school in California; they attended the same tradeshows; they even had a conversation at one event about judging at physique competitions; and actually lived down the street from one another!
In the end, they met after Mindy contacted Jeff to discuss potential business opportunities in the world of fitness and training. Mindy had just finished university but was not sold on a specific direction for her future career and in the meantime took up personal training and aerobics instructing while she tried to figure out the path that was best for her. When her sister and brother-in-law both pointed out a sign on the lawn for BodyBasics private personal training studio, Mindy thought that this would be a good opportunity to explore options outside of the gym and be her own boss.
Having once worked as an accountant, Jeff realized that this was not enough to fulfill his entrepreneurial spirit or his new love of fitness. Like Mindy, Jeff too wanted to go beyond basic training and actually only kept the gym going to supplement his income while pursuing his vision, World Natural Sports Organization (WNSO).
That fateful day when Mindy and Jeff met to discuss the business of personal training something unexpected happened. Their eyes met, conversation flowed and 2.5 hours flew by without even mentioning the gym. "As soon as I saw Mindy I knew she was the little red headed perfect angel I saw in my dreams", Jeff recalls. "Plus, the fact that she also had brains and was extremely interested in my business vision, I knew we shared a special bond".
How did it all begin?
Jeff was not feeling fulfilled in the career path he had chosen and was looking for something new. One day while at the gym, he happened to catch the end of a bodybuilding competition on TV. At that moment he knew... he wanted to be the biggest name in natural bodybuilding, whatever that meant. Recognizing that there was a void for bodybuilders who were drug free, Jeff sought to fill the void. He learned all he could about competitions and organizing events which even included competing himself. He knew firsthand what athletes wanted and how to modify what was currently in existence to make it even better.
At the same time, Mindy who was always very athletic and into fitness, had watched a aerobic type stage competition during her last month at university. This was the first time she realized something like this existed and like Jeff, she too felt an immediate attraction to the world of fitness stage competitions and knew that she wanted to be involved, but not necessarily as an athlete. She emailed that organization to get more information but the information never came.
Then 2 weeks later she met Jeff, who was just about to produce his very first Fitness and Natural Bodybuilding competition!!! Mindy immediately offered to volunteer her time to help build up the business as she felt an immediate connection. Since it was a new company with no outside funding, resources were limited but as it turns out, both Mindy and Jeff had completely different abilities that complemented each other perfectly and from the very start were each able to learn new skill sets to adapt to all aspects of the company that needed work. Mindy even donated her last $800 to incorporate the company and then the two of them moved into Mindy's parents basement as they worked all hours of the day to eat, breathe, sleep their new shared vision.
How has it evolved?
In the beginning there was a general category for all athletes in each of the categories (Natural Bodybuilding, Fitness, Figure, Fitness Model Search). Eventually, as the shows started to become successful, an expansion ensued and so did their vision. Their events were attracting people from all walks and stages of life, many who use the goal of competing and setting foot on stage as incentive to reclaim their health, get in shape and start treating their body with more respect.
What once started as some local area shows is now a worldwide tour, complete with new categories (Fitness Model Search, Muscle Model Search, Bikini Model Search, Glamour-Fashion Model Search, Figure) called the FAME World Tour which has multiple events, competitions and workshops every month. Plus now the large international championship shows also have their own live web broadcast allowing viewers from around the world to see their idols, new heros and magazine cover models live in action!
What makes them keep going:
Both Mindy and Jeff find it hugely rewarding to hear the stories of the athletes who feel more confident and more healthy now that they compete. It’s amazing to them to learn how the contests have impacted so many people’s lives for the better, and those around them.
What is their main message:
Anyone can compete. Physique competitions are a unique sport which requires no past experience, no prior athletic accomplishments nor previous training and at the same time also allows individuals to express their personality and creative flair.
FAME Competitions attract people of all ages and backgrounds: new mothers; the cancer survivor; lawyers; high school jocks; cheerleaders; grandparents; physically challenged; firefighters, personal trainers and everything in between. Anyone who wants to take on a challenge and/or set a goal to improve their lifestyle should sign up for the FAME World Tour.
End Vision:
To impact society and help more people enjoy their body, become Body-Proud, change their lifestyle overall and improve ultimately their thoughts, physique, energy and overall health.
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- My Body Proud Journey Starts Here (Blog Entry #1)
It is my belief that everyone in this community should come out to the FAME World Tour - whether to compete, meet up with fellow Body Proud community members, to get further inspired and/or for fantastic fun!
Once you make the choice to say I AM BODY PROUD you can then use specific events in the FAME World Tour as targets to reach your goals and then showcase your new Body Proud physique to the world! :-)
There are physique showcase competitions for all types of physiques - from sexy curves to muscled bodybuilders. Setting a date helps to keep you focused and on track to ensure all your goals are met.
Be sure to join the groups and events that most interest you. That way you will be kept updated on all news and announcements and you can be a part of the discussions, so your voice is heard!
IMPORTANT LINKS:
FAME - Competition Categories
FAME World Tour - Event Schedule
Please note that new events are always being added.. So check back. If you would like to host a show in your area, please let me know!
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Important news about the FAME World Championships this weekend
Body Proud athletes from around the world have officially united!
The thrill, the excitement, the anticipation is in the air! Who will be crowned the 2009 FAME World Champion of the WORLD?
Not an easy call, as there are sooo many fantastic physique athletes all vying for the same title. However, it's not just about the physique. It's about ENTERTAINMENT, presentation, CREATIVITY, enthusiasm, PERSONALITY and who has that WOW factor!
So... Who has it? That perfect and complete WOW package?
Who… Continue
The thrill, the excitement, the anticipation is in the air! Who will be crowned the 2009 FAME World Champion of the WORLD?
Not an easy call, as there are sooo many fantastic physique athletes all vying for the same title. However, it's not just about the physique. It's about ENTERTAINMENT, presentation, CREATIVITY, enthusiasm, PERSONALITY and who has that WOW factor!
So... Who has it? That perfect and complete WOW package?
Who… Continue
Posted on June 12, 2009 at 1:56am —
Hi from Jeffrey Kippel
Thought I would jump on and put up a quick blog :)
Firstly, would like to thank everyone for being so active on the site! It is so inspiring visiting everyday and reading all the new blogs and stories!
So since my last blog about how much I LOVE my Iphone, a lot has happened (just in case you haven't read Mindy's (my beautiful wife and best business partner LOL -- brownie points here!!!) last blog) I will fill you in :)
1. I still… Continue
Firstly, would like to thank everyone for being so active on the site! It is so inspiring visiting everyday and reading all the new blogs and stories!
So since my last blog about how much I LOVE my Iphone, a lot has happened (just in case you haven't read Mindy's (my beautiful wife and best business partner LOL -- brownie points here!!!) last blog) I will fill you in :)
1. I still… Continue
Posted on May 19, 2009 at 4:50pm —
Iphone
I got an iphone!!!!
Mindy and I have been talking about getting iphones for almost a year now ... we are avid crackberry users and we just weren't sure about making the switch. Well Mindy was and I kept going back and forth :)
I kept thinking that it was mainly a toy ... but it is a toy and so much more! It is amazing :)
So for any of you out there thinking of making the switch I just wanted to say GO FOR IT! It is such a great device.
If you want to chat about it, go for it! Would love to h… Continue
Mindy and I have been talking about getting iphones for almost a year now ... we are avid crackberry users and we just weren't sure about making the switch. Well Mindy was and I kept going back and forth :)
I kept thinking that it was mainly a toy ... but it is a toy and so much more! It is amazing :)
So for any of you out there thinking of making the switch I just wanted to say GO FOR IT! It is such a great device.
If you want to chat about it, go for it! Would love to h… Continue
Posted on May 5, 2009 at 9:30pm — 5 Comments
12th Annual FAME East
Congratulations to everyone who has reached their Body Proud goal to make it to the stage this weekend!
Good luck :)
Jeff & Mindy
Good luck :)
Jeff & Mindy
Posted on April 17, 2009 at 5:30pm —
The Arnold Classic
What an amazing weekend at the Arnold Classic!!! We went down in the last minute, literally!!! We've been so busy this year we didn't think we'd be able to go down, and then on Thursday night we thought, hey, let's do it! We made arrangements for the doggies, packed our bags and headed out on Friday late morning.
But first, we had our big news, the launch of Body Proud Nutrition, and the sponsorship of the next 200 athletes to announce, so you can imagine it was a very busy morning!!! This is s… Continue
But first, we had our big news, the launch of Body Proud Nutrition, and the sponsorship of the next 200 athletes to announce, so you can imagine it was a very busy morning!!! This is s… Continue
Posted on March 9, 2009 at 1:35am — 3 Comments
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* Next Events
* FAME Canada
* FAME USA
* FAME Philippines
* FAME South Africa
* FAME UK
* FAME E. Europe // Website
* If you would like to bring the FAME World Tour to your area, please contact us
Categories Include:
Fitness Model, Muscle Model, Swimsuit Model, Figure, Fitness, Natural Bodybuilding & Fit Duos.
FAME: Your Body. Your Goals. Your Time to Shine!
Cheer on your fellow community members as they Showcase their Body Proud physique on the FAME Stage. Your energy definitely helps!
Train Hard. Train Natural.
FAME: Your Body. Your Goals. Your Time to Shine!
* Next Events
* FAME Canada
* FAME USA
* FAME Philippines
* FAME South Africa
* FAME UK
* FAME E. Europe // Website
* If you would like to bring the FAME World Tour to your area, please contact us
Categories Include:
Fitness Model, Muscle Model, Swimsuit Model, Figure, Fitness, Natural Bodybuilding & Fit Duos.
FAME: Your Body. Your Goals. Your Time to Shine!
Cheer on your fellow community members as they Showcase their Body Proud physique on the FAME Stage. Your energy definitely helps!
Train Hard. Train Natural.
FAME: Your Body. Your Goals. Your Time to Shine!
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Have an Awesome and a Happy Birthday Weekend.
Happy Canada Day
........so far so good!!! The pictures/bannerss/body proud website is inspiring me to work hard.
I was wondering if there are any other competitions in 2009 besides Montreal? I recieved the sponorship along with Eydie Anderson for 09" but I have been ill with epilepsy which was a complete surprise and setback to all of my spring shows. I am up and running again but, I think June will be too soon! I don't want to miss out on the opportunity of competing with FAME and Body Proud this year I look forward to hearing from you. You can also email me at wildone2574@comcast.net thanks Pam
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