2007 Tri-Fitness World Challenge
Viva Las Vegas! The Women’s Tri-Fitness and Men’s Obstacle Course Challenge is back in Las Vegas for its 10th Anniversary Event. This will be the 7th year the event is held at the magnificent Monte Carlo Resort & Casino. Over the past 10 years, events have been held in: Tampa, St. Petersburg Beach, Clearwater Beach, Miami Beach, Orlando (FL); Washington, D.C.; Hermosa Beach, Orange County (CA); Lancaster (PA), Dallas, Atlanta and the official home of the Tri-Fitness World Challenge – Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world!
Athletes will scale a 10-foot wall, 15-foot cargo net as they race through a 160 yard obstacle course. In addition, they will run, jump and bench press their way through the Fitness Skills event. Female athletes may elect to participate in the choreographed Fitness Routine as well as the Grace & Physique event where you can witness amazing physiques which are a natural by-product of their intense workouts and proper nutrition.
So, what are you waiting for? Come join us July 12-15 and be a part of the Women’s Tri-Fitness and Men’s Obstacle Course Challenge events!
TRI-FIT TV
Are you looking for new workouts and nutritional guidance? Do you want to see for yourself the fitness routines and obstacle course events, plus interviews with fitness athletes? All you have to do is go to www.trifittv.com! Join our host Jennifer Rosen as we will bring you new entertaining and informative shows each month!
The Rock Celebrity Gala
On July 29, 2007, friends and supporters of Dwayne and Dany Johnson will be attending The Rock Celebrity Gala in Malibu Beach, California to support The Rock Foundation. The Dwayne Johnson Rock Foundation creates a platform of hope and possibility for children nationwide by providing programs designed to enrich and empower the lives and self-esteem of under-served, at-risk youth and children hospitalized for medical disabilities, disorders and illnesses. The goal is to make every child smile.
The Gala in Malibu will allow adults and their children to brave the obstacle course. Only time will tell who is the most athletic! Does “The Rock” Dwayne Johnson still have the speed and endurance when he did as #94 of the Miami Hurricanes national champion football team? Only time will tell!
Support The Rock Foundation by contacting Katie Kornfield at www.djrockfoundation.org.
Children’s Fitness Challenge
Sponsored by The Rock Foundation, the Children’s Fitness Challenge is a grass roots program which will enable children to eventually conquer the adult challenges (WTF & MOCC). It was established as a series of children’s athletic competitions that are original, inspiring and to promote self-esteem. It is a sporting event with a foundation based on dedication to health, fitness, and the competitive spirit; and an event which embodies a realistic, attainable level of athleticism.
In 2006, Al Rosen announced the appointment of Bernadette Schimnowski as Director of the Children’s Fitness Challenge. “We welcome any child who wishes to challenge themselves and the obstacle course. The only prerequisite is the child must bring a smile,” states Bernadette.
Atlanta CFC
On April 29, 2007, Brennan Johnston ran the obstacle course as he participated in the Children’s Fitness Challenge in Atlanta. What makes Brennan incredible is the following: in mid January, Brennan suffered a broken femur playing soccer. After developing compartment syndrome and enduring five surgeries, Brennan had to have his lower leg amputated on January 24. “Needless to say, it was the most difficult thing I’ve experience as a person/parent, essentially having no control over the situation and watching my son endure someone else’s mistake. The Tri-Fitness event was everything my fiancée Julie (WTF competitor) described. I now share her enthusiasm for wanting to compete and we look forward to making it a family event. But, the BEST part of it was watching Brennan get back to being a kid again just 12 weeks after his accident! To watch him run, jump, laugh and have fun was an absolute blessing! Thanks for providing one of the best fitness experiences available to everyone,” stated Brian Johnston. No – thank-you Brennan Johnston for teaching us how to overcome obstacles. You are a CHAMPION!
Tri-Fitness Camps
Learn the obstacle course and fitness skills the authentic and safe way! Training camps are held weekly in Tampa plus recently, promoter Al Rosen has expanded them to different areas. In April 2007, camps were held in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Atlanta, Georgia. Contact the Tri-Fitness office This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it to obtain additional information. Also see www.womenstrifitness.com for updates.
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Still Going Strong
In 1999, Espre deKor wrote and recorded the official Women’s Tri-Fitness song, “Tri-Fitness Queen.” Christopher and Pete are mainstays on the beaches of the West Gulf Coast of Florida. Wherever there is a great sunset view, you might find Espre deKor and their fantastic music. Check out Shephards on Clearwater Beach or Ricky T’s on St. Petersburg Beach among the many places they play. Recently, Al Rosen & Bernadette Schimnowski ran into their old friends at Cadillac Jack’s in St. Pete. Listen for “Tri-Fit Queen” blasting from the sound system in the Lance Burton Theatre when the athletes walk on stage in Las Vegas in July! Thank you, Chris and Pete for your friendship and music throughout the years!
Misled
Women’s Tri-Fitness photographer Rick Schaff has published a book called Misled - A Revolutionary Guide to Well Being. Rick has photographed fitness models and bodybuilders for all the major publications as well as Gold’s Gym, Weider Nutrition, Met-Rx, etc. Recently, Rick visited the Amazon where he was apparently misled – see picture as he allowed an Anaconda to wrap around his neck!
Take Me Out To The Ballgame
Women’s Tri-Fitness athlete Connie Knott is not the only athlete in the family. Her husband, John Knott, plays for the Baltimore Orioles. After John was called up to the Orioles, wife Connie as well as the Women’s Tri-Fitness staff attended the game versus the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. It was only fitting John would win the game with a three run pitch hit homerun. Despite the loss, Tampa Bay Devil Ray hitting instructor, former 10 year major leaguer and friend of the Tri-Fitness, Steve Henderson had good things to say about the Tri-Fitness athletes. “Hendu” said to Bernadette: “I am glad Al Rosen is working with all the women athletes because he was too hard on us baseball players – although he got us into the best shape of our lives. It’s easy to understand why the girls look so good and perform so well!”
The Rock replaces Mickey with Disney
If there is one thing we love, it is up and coming movie stars. In the case of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, he may be the next action hero, replacing past heroes like Bruce Willis, Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Johnson is so comfortable with being in front of a camera that his possible roles could be endless.
This fall, Dwayne’s first Disney film, The Game Plan, premiers. The Game Plan tells the story of a rugged, superstar quarterback, Joe Kingman (Dwayne Johnson), whose Boston-based team is chasing a championship. As a serial bachelor, Kingman is living the ultimate fantasy: he’s rich, famous and is the life of the party. But this dream is suddenly sacked when he discovers the 7-year old daughter he never knew he had – the product of a last fling before parting ways with his young wife. Now, during the most important time of his career, he must figure how to juggle his parties, practices and dates now with his daughter’s ballet classes, bedtime stories and dolls. Despite the often hilarious misadventures that come with being a new father, Joe discovers that there’s more to life than money, endorsements and thousands of adoring fans – the only thing that matters is the love and care of one very special small fan.
World Wrestling Entertainment & the Women’s Tri-Fitness
WWE champion, Ric Flair is married to Tiffany Vandermark. Tiffany won her age division at the 1999 Battle By The Bay Event. In addition, she was instrumental in the development of the Women’s Tri-Fitness (WTF) in 1997.
2004 WTF World Champion Jennifer Rosen is the God Daughter of Rocky “Soulman” Johnson, former WWF (now WWE) World Tag Team Champion (1983)
Tonga Fifita, ake Haku of the WWE is the Vice-President of the Women’s Tri-Fitness. WWE superstar Hulk Hogan referred to Haku as one of the toughest and feared wrestlers of all time!
WWE diva Torrie Wilson was the Grace & Physique champion at the 1998 WTF World Challenge in Tampa, Florida.
In 1998, Chicago’s Lisa Marie Varon was a top ten overall finalist at the 1998 WTF World Challenge. She (known as Victoria) is now the two time WWE Women’s World champion.
In 1979 WTF President Al Rosen wrestled in the Polynesian Islands for promoter High Chief Peter Maivia. The Samoan High Chief was considered one of the top wrestlers in the WWF (now WWE) in the 70’s. He was also the grandfather of The Rock and considered one of the toughest men in the world.
Dwayne Johnson, aka The Rock, is considered the most electrifying wrestlers in WWE history. He is an advocate of physical fitness and is the National Spokesperson for the Women’s Tri-Fitness.
Former WWF World Champion (1971) Pedro Morales is a Women’s Tri-Fitness fan. The first Puerto Rican world champion was amigos with WTF President Al Rosen’s dad (the late George Rosen). Morales was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 1995.
WWE wrestler Diamond Dallas Page authored the book, “Yoga for Regular Guys” featuring WTF athlete Jennifer Aaron and Men’s Obstacle Course athlete Dr. Craig Aaron.
WTF President and Founder Al Rosen was the owner of the Boddy Shoppe Gym and Fitness Center (opened in 1977) in Tampa, Florida. During the gym’s 28 year history, the following WWE stars worked out there: Rocky Johnson, The Rock, Haku, Ric Flair, Pedro Morales, Peter Maivia, Guerrero Family (Hector, Chavo, Eddie), Hercules Hernandez, Davey Boy Smith, Dynamite Kid, Scott McGhee, Les Thornton, Geoff Portz, Gordon Nelson, Jim Niedhart, Hillbilly Jim, The Bushwhackers (Butch Miller and Luke Williams), Steve Kiern, Superstar Billy Graham, Mr. Fuji, Lex Luger, Muto, Don Muraco, Jimmy “Superfly” Snuka, Tony Atlas, Hans Schroeder, Angelo Mosca, Mr. Saito, Sakarada, Arn Anderson, Siva Afi, Barry Windham and many others. When questioned about the Boddy Shoppe, Rosen replied, “What happened at the Boddy Shoppe stayed at the Boddy Shoppe and thank God those walls couldn’t talk!”
Oxygen Magazine
Congratulations to Stacey Kennedy on being appointed Editor in Chief of Oxygen Magazine and to Allison Morehouse, new fitness editor. Additional congratulations to Alicia Rewega who is the new Editor in Chief of Clean Eating Magazine. During the last 10 years, Robert Kennedy’s Oxygen Magazine has provided coverage of the Women’s Tri-Fitness Events. In addition, many of our women have appeared as cover models and as fitness experts.
Natural Muscle
The Tri-Fitness would like to give a special thank you to Debbie Baigre, editor in chief of Natural Muscle Magazine. Every Tri-Fitness event over the last 10 years has been featured in this magazine. Debbie has been a judge at many of the events.
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