FIGURE - PRO SHOW - 1st Place:
Susan Braumberger
39 Years - Swim Instructor - Lifeguard - Personal Trainer - Ontario
It’s Wonder Woman... No it’s a mom of 2.... no wait, even better...it’s both... It’s Susan Braumberger!
Maybe the outfit had something to do with it, but whatever it was Susan suddenly demonstrated superpowers and skills that were never seen before on the Figure stage! Amidst all the applause were definite gasps as this Wonder Women hit each move with seeming perfection! It’s not easy to believe that Susan once battled low self esteem!
FIGURE - PRO SHOW - 2nd Place:
Paula Ryff
30 Years - Professional Ballet Dancer - Pilates Teacher - Holistic Nutritionist
Having once performed with the National Ballet, Paula has always loved performing and being in the limelight so taking to the FAME Stage was the perfect next step.
FIGURE - PRO SHOW - 3rd Place:
Wendy Carvalho-Ashby
33 Years - Doctor of Chiropractic - Alberta
When asked what made her decide to compete, Wendy’s response was simple “LOVE IT!”. Her dedication to fitness and health and the fact that both her husband (fellow FAME Pro) Kevin Ashby and l’il sis (one of FAME’s newest Pros) Nicole Carvalho both partake in the journey alongside her make it all that much more inspiring!
FIGURE - PRO SHOW - 4th Place: Dena Anne Weiner
45 years - California - Owner of Mortgage Banking Corporation
Having competed for the last 14 years and with 79 shows under her belt, Dena definitely “walks the walk” and now plans to also “talk the talk”. She is currently transitioning over to become a motivational speaker for corporations and youth! She has always been a competitive athlete and continued even after she had children (they are now teenagers). By doing so she became their positive role model and now it’s time she further inspires others as well.
FIGURE - PRO SHOW - 5th Place:
Valerie David
23 Years - Montreal, Quebec
Valerie is a kinesiologist, dancer actor and motocross racer! Her claim to ‘FAME’ came at FAME East when her and boyfriend (Trainer Yannik Morin - who also competes in bobsledding at the Olympics ) won the Fit Duos Routine competition! She thoroughly enjoys competing and plans to continue purely because of the amount of ‘FUN’ that has been added into her life! Congratulations Valerie!
FIGURE - PRO SHOW - MASTERS - 1st Place:
Ruby-Carter Pikes
Age 60 - Grandmother!
One word... WOW!!! :-)
FIGURE - PRO SHOW - MASTERS - 2nd Place:
Linda Roberts
44 Years - Cancer Survivor!
Mom of 2 - Medical Transcriptionist
Linda won over cancer 4 years ago and now live life to its fullest! “Life shrinks or expands in porportion to one’s courage”. She loves new challenges and says competing makes her “feel like anything is possible”.
FIGURE Advanced - 2nd Place:
Markeeta Maletz
32 Years - Australia - Heavy Mobile Equipment Operator
“I absolutely love the challenge and discipline of pushing my body to the next level” With her mom there in the audience (all the way from Australia), Markeeta truly shone on stage. A big thank you goes out to trainer Rose Romero and her hubby who stayed back home.
FIGURE - ADVANCED 1st Place: Eva Sefcova ***New FAME Pro!
30 Years - Personal Trainer
As if getting popped the big question on centre stage during the opening number of the big World Championship event that is being broadcast live around the world, isn’t enough, Eva then went on to win Pro Status! Seems like the FAME Worlds Weekend was a huge success for you! Congratulations to you and James!
“Take care of your body. It’s where you live”
FIGURE ADVANCED-- 3rd Place:
Stephanie Williams
23 years - Australia - Trainer: Jon Davie
General Manager of Goodlife Health Club
Stephanie’s Advice: It’s all about determination and what YOU want out of life!
FIGURE - ADVANCED - 4th Place:
Courtney Rowsell
31 Years - Lifestyle and Fitness Coach - Newfoundland
Like fellow winner, Eva Sefcova, Courtney too was popped the big question (by her routine prop, in fact, Andy Pratt - who played the cello) at the FAME World Championships in front of a stunned stage full of international competitors! Congratulations!!
“Always believe you can!”
FIGURE - ADVANCED - 5th Place:
Colleen Mallett
46 Years Old! - Mom - Trainer: Mike Porter - Calgary
Striving towards peak efficiency in mind, body and spirit, competing is a natural goal for Colleen.
“You are what you eat. You are what you think. Know that!”
FIGURE -- MASTERS ADVANCED
1st Place & New FAME Masters Pro:
Judy Doughty
45 Years - Homemaker & Mom - Trainer: Rick Gandy
Competing allows Judy to stay conditioned...always!
“I never dreamed I would be at this level of health in my life. Age is not a factor. Condition is”
FIGURE - MASTERS ADVANCED - 2nd Place:
Christine Lanois
46 Years - Registered Nurse - Trainer: Laura Binetti
“I’m an athlete and this is my passion………Preparing for a competition is like being an artist, it's my creation……….I’m a sculpture that needs to be defined down to perfection. The results is a great masterpiece!”
So very true, Christine! You are a fantastic artist!!
FIGURE - MASTERS ADVANCED -
3rd Place: Sheila Grennan
45 Years - Portfolio Accountant / Landscape Designer
“Your Body is a gift: Use it. Feel It. Work It”
Sheila had no intention of competing until others, who saw her physique, encouraged her to go for it. With a love of for all kinds of sports (including extreme skiing and climbing), Sheila is loving all of her stage time as is evidenced by by the huge grin she is ALWAYS wearing!
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF YOU
WHO WORKED VERY HARD
TO SCULPT YOUR BODY-PROUD WORK OF ART!!!
Naomi Gibbins
Age: 30
Occupation: Sports Therapist
Trainer: Jenny Lynn
Hometown: Australia
“Your body is your temple - your own personal dwelling place
so make it beautiful”
What motivates Naomi?
The fact that she knows that she can create a dream and make reality out of it!
Her plans:
Continue competing until she’s at the top!
Tanya Bott
Age: 36 // Occupation: Clerk // Hometown: Ottawa, ON
Religion: Health & Fitness! :-)
“Treat yourself like you would treat your sports car!”
Aleya Gebali
Only 20 Years Old! Aleya is a Bikram Yoga Insructor, salsa dancer and has a brown belt in judo!
Peggy Vreeland
Age: 44
Occupation: Social Worker
& Personal Trainer
Mom: 2 teens
Peggy is back to the stage after a 10 year hiatus so she can prove to herself she could still do it! Mission accomplished!
Watch for her in the upcoming Ironman Magazine.
Peggy also competes in order to maintain her good health despite her family background!
Job well done, Peggy!
Nicole Ough
Age: 35 // Occupation: Nurse // Hometown: Cobourg,ON
Trainer: Dave Avery
“I love to stay fit. It feels good and I teach my 3 children to take care of themselves”
Shannon Roberts - Ward
Age 29
Occupation:
Hairstylist
Shannon maintains that competing has benefitted her life in every aspect!
She plans on being famous one day soon... So watch for her!
“Think young. Live Healthy”
Maci Zimmerman
Age 29 // Occupation: Personal Trainer // Trainer: Paul Anthony
Maci loves working out, staying active and traveling, so the FAME World Tour is perfect for her!
‘My spirit and my mind motivate me. Competing is so mental and strengthens you inside and out”
Jen Flontek
Age 33 // Occupation: Elementary School Teacher
Jen made the decision to compete in a Figure show prior to having kids... Check!
“Real wealth is health”
Deanna Griffith
Age 32 // Occupation: Mom & Trainer
Competing has been a long time desire for Deanna - and now she hopes to pursue a career in fitness. She made her debut at FAME Prairies and then took her first airplane ride to come compete at the Worlds! That’s a definite sign.. You’ve caught the ‘competition bug’! Welcome to the FAME “World” Tour. :-)
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