Certified Personal Trainer and Aerobics Instructor
Bachelors Degree- Physical Education/Exercise Science
Health and Wellness Specialist/Instructor
Height- 5’9
Weight-175 pounds
Age-22 years old

Marathons, Half Marathons, Short Distance Races, and Triathlon Competitions
2008 – 5th Annual Virginia 24 hour Run for Cancer – finished 1st place female finisher            (75 miles in 21 hours), 4th place overall finisher
2008- 25K Race Series – Virginia Beach, VA – 2:10
2008- Ultra Marathon 50K trail run- 3rd place female finisher (7 hours 30 minutes)
2008- 20K Race Series- Virginia Beach, VA- 1:30 (PR-personal record)
2007- Thunder Road Marathon- North Carolina finished - 4:20
         (split time 13.1 miles -1:30)
2007- 12 hour Adventure Race – North Carolina- finished 3rd Place (4 person team)
2007- “Rattlesnake 50K”- ultra-marathon mountains West Virginia- finished 9 hours
2005- St. Louis Marathon (Time 4:30)
2004- Country Music Marathon (Tennessee)
2003- LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon
2003- Country Music ½ Marathon (Tennessee) (Time 2:05)
2002-Country Music. Marathon (Tennessee)
2001- LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon
2-Short distance triathlons
Competed in over 30- 5k’s and 10k short distance runs

Fitness and Bodybuilding Competitions and Championships
(3 time bodybuilding competitor)
2005- Midwest Ironman Championships NPC-national qualifier (Chicago, IL.)
1st-place heavyweight
1st place-overall winner
2005- Caveman Classic NPC Championships-national qualifier (St. Louis MO.)
1st place-heavyweight
2nd place-overall
2004- Southern Illinois University Bodybuilding/Fitness Competition

I am very involved as a competitive athlete and a personal trainer with proper nutrition, training and supplementation. In my quest to achieve balance, strength and maximum endurance for which ever event I am preparing for… I have become a big believer in Pride Nutrition. It has been a great luxury to have finally found a supplement line that I can trust to bring safe results to myself and my clients!

With my multi-sport training regimen as a diverse extreme endurance athlete, it has been a test mentally and physically everyday. Pride Nutrition's Advanced Joint Support System has been great for proper recovery for my rigorous trainning. In order for my joints, ligaments and tendons to recover properly, I use AGILITY and NPR twice a day.
Pride Nutrition's RESPECT Protein, Glutamine and Premium GREEN dramatically helped to increase my strength, energy and endurance levels. I also really liked the natural energy and pump that I experienced using RETALIATE, AMMUNITION and C-GONE.

Pride Nutrition has developed some unbelievable products that help deliver proper supplementation to achieve maximum performance! If you are looking to maintain a strong healthy lifestyle or to improve your performance level and recovery time; Pride Nutrition has my highest recommendation!"

Hockey: Power Forward
Height- 6'3"
Weight-215 pounds
Age-23 years old

My name is Kevin Fukala and I play at one of the highest levels of collegiate hockey. My position is Power Forward and with my style of play, I'm also our team's Enforcer. To play this role and dominate well enough to get to the next level, I knew I needed to get bigger and stronger. I started working out when I was 18 years old and only weighed 170 lbs. Putting on size has never been easy for me so I had to find a good nutrition/supplement plan I could trust to bring results! I am now 23 years old and have been taking Pride Nutrition for almost 3 years. I went from 170 lbs to now weighing 215 lbs and still have 6.5% body fat. I believe my Pride supplement plan has helped not only to increase my strength and size, but ultimately I've gotten faster and have more endurance on and off the ice. I would recommend their supplements to all athletes and know I have a greater shot at making and competing in the NHL with Pride Nutrition in my corner!

I workout 5-6 times a week on/off ice.

John Ambrose , New Lenox Illinois

2005 NPC Tri State Overall
Winner

2007 NPC Illinois State Open
Overall Winner


Pride Nutrition is the most impressive supplement line I have ever come across. Their supplements give me the kind of results I can see and feel. Pride's RESPECT Protein is easy on my stomach and is of the highest quality, which is important to me because I depend on it when I can't have a solid meal due to my busy work schedule. AMMUNITION and DOMINATE really help me to pump my training efforts and strength to 110% during the off-season. Come contest time they give my muscles a full, hard, vascular look that I truly believe helped put me in the winners circle this year.

If you want the best then take Pride, you won't be disappointed!

Illinois Super-Heavyweight Bodybuilding Champion
Certified Personal Trainer
Contest Weight 245 lbs
Offseason Weight 285 lbs
Height- 5'11"

I take pride in everything I do. Whether its training my clients or myself, I give 100% no matter what. I run a routine that is very consistent. Day in and day out, my routine is the same. The way I work out, the way I eat, and the way I train is always consistent.

I want to disclose how Pride Nutrition supplements have been part of my daily routine. I am very in tune with my body. I know exactly what is working when I put new things in my routine. Recently, I followed the suggestions offered to me on how to make my body optimal as far as performance and recovery. These suggestions were made to me by the knowledgeable Pride Nutrition representatives.

I eat 6 meals per day. Breakfast includes 3 scoops of RESPECT, 1 Multi-Vitamins, 1
C-GONE, 5 AMMUNITION, 1 DIALED-IN, 1 Premium Green, 1 scoop of GLUTAMINE, 2 EFA tabs, and 2 NPR tabs. Anytime I ingest carbohydrates, I make sure to take at least 1 C-GONE with 5 AMMUNITION tabs. This combination helps load the nutrients into my muscle. I always take 1 scoop RETALIATE, and add 1 scoop (5 grams) of GLUTAMINE to my RESPECT Protein shakes to help with my recovery and making sure my muscle stays full. In the middle of the night, I will take an additional 5 grams of GLUTAMINE on an empty stomach to keep my muscle in an anabolic environment.

Before bed every night, I will take in 3 more scoops of RESPECT with one added scoop of 1 Premium Green, GLUTAMINE, 2 NPR tabs, and 1 Multi-Vitamins. Generally throughout the day, I will take 2 EFA tabs with every meal. This supplement routine is consistent anytime I go into contest preparation.

I am able to hold more muscle mass and have stronger workouts all the way up to the show. My recovery powers are enhanced and my ability to train harder is evident. Since following the advice of the representatives at Pride, I am pleased to be making progression on a daily basis.

I would suggest to everyone to be consistent with your nutrition, training, and most importantly your supplement routine. You can then gauge exactly how Pride can help you too.

Thank you Pride Nutrition!

National Level Competitor
Competion Weight (last year) 115 (upcoming year) 120
Offseason Weight 135
Height- 5'3"
     "I had never believed in Supplements before, I always thought that if I worked hard enough it would be enough….then I started competing in Figure Competitions. After dieting for 3 months I lost quite a bit of my hard earned muscle. My diet seemed spot on, I believed I was getting the appropriate amount of Protein, Carbs and Fats and my training was strict and quite difficult. I really did not believe I needed to change these parts of my plan; I needed to change my attitude towards supplements."
     "The first time I met the owners of Pride Nutrition I told them I “didn’t believe in supplements.” After much discussion about what I was currently doing and some deep self-evaluation I knew I would have to make a change if I wanted to succeed on the National Level. And as the saying goes, “There is no time like the present.”
     "I made a commitment to myself and Pride Nutrition that I would religiously take the recommended supplements for one month and reevaluate how I felt. At this point I am in my 3rd month of Supplementation and I have never felt better, nor will I ever look back. None of the supplements have caused me any negative side effects, which I believe speaks highly for the quality of Pride Nutrition."
     "I use a RESPECT Protein shake for a meal between breakfast and lunch and one prior to my workout. I have seen tremendous improvements in the gym and the weights I am pushing around. I also am constantly receiving compliments and questions about how much I have changed and what I am taking. Keep a look out for me at the Pro-Qualifiers next year and you will see the change too!"
     "I have come to realize that no matter how perfect our diet and training may be, there are some things that are beyond our control. Thank you so much Pride Nutrition for
helping me realize the deficiencies I had and helping me reach my fitness goals!"

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B.S. in Exercise Science from Illinois State University
National Level Competitor (bodybuilding)
NPC Wisconsin/Illinois Light-Heavyweight Champion
Gym Owner (PT 101 Personal Training) in Roselle, IL
Contest Weight: 215
Offseason Weight: 260

I fell in love with weight training and improving my physique at a young age. It had impacted me to the point that I decided to make it a career as a personal trainer, and being in the health and fitness industry I understand there is alot of misleading information out there regarding everything from nutrition to supplementation into training. This is what drove me to get a college education in this field. When i first ran into Pride I had decided to give the RESPECT Blend a try, and after that, that was the only protein I used. Along With the RESPECT I sought after a good thermogenic and again went with Pride's DIALED-IN. There was no energy crashes, or mood swings. From that point I realized that the quality put into these products are far more superior than that of a mass produced product that was only made to turn a dollar. I use the DOMINATE before I workout and now I feel as if it is a staple in my pre-workout preparation no matter what time of year. The pumps I feel, along with the fullness throughout the day is unmatched in comparison to any NO product i have used in the past. The EFA and DIALED-IN I feel are really important to me. Because I am in the fitness industry and people come to me with their goals and best interests in mind, i find that they feel more comfortable talking with a person who looks the part.

I have trained more that 100 different people and managed over 30 personal trainers at one time. One of the reasons why I have been able to do that is because I have a passion for knowlege and getting results, thats why I choose to put high octane fuel into my tank instead of a mass-produced lower quality product.

"For years I've tried many different supplements and was never a strong believer in any of them. As I began to prepare for my fitness competitions, my photographer introduced me to Pride Nutrition."

"After learning about each of the products I decided to stop taking everything else and try them out. I've always had trouble keeping muscle fullness and obtaining the leanness I need when dieting for competitions."

"Within days of taking the Pride Nutrition line I instantly noticed a difference! AMMUNITION was the most shocking to me in that it provides a long lasting pump that goes beyond your workout in the gym! C-GONE, Control, and the Premium EFA have helped me get leaner, stay fuller, and feel tighter in a very short amount of time."

"As a gymnast for 13 years and a fitness competitor for 3 years, I've battled nagging elbow and knee injuries. AGILITY was my savior! Since I've been taking AGILITY I've notice an incredible change, my elbow pain is dwindling away and my knees feel much stronger. I take Pride in everything I do and you should too!"

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Natural Competitive Bodybuilder
Certified Personal Trainer
Spokes Model

Being a high school and college athlete, I have been weight training for over twenty years and competing as an all-natural bodybuilder for five. From 2002 to 2005, I took a three-year layoff from competition due to injuries and work-related travel. When I decided to return to competition I knew I needed to build muscle and prevent more injuries. I was well aware that I had to appear on stage with a well-conditioned, sharply defined physique. Along with some hard grueling training, I needed a good supplementation program to help pack on more lean muscle mass and strengthen my joints.

It was not until I was at a national level bodybuilding show that I first saw the Pride Nutrition booth. When I approached their booth the representatives were very cordial and enthusiastic about their products. Through my conversation with the Pride Team, I found they were very knowledgeable about nutrition, supplementation and passionate about their products. They explained how their product could benefit me so I decided to give Pride Nutrition a try. I was at a point where I was holding onto more body fat than usual and my body had difficulty processing carbs. However when I tried their C-GONE product, I saw an immediate reduction in my body fat and a leaner look to my physique. C-GONE was especially helpful prior to and during contest time!

Later, I was looking for a quality protein shake to supplement my protein intake to build more lean muscle. I decided to try Pride’s new protein powder RESPECT, which they had just introduced. When I tried it I was blown away by its good taste and was impressed how easily digestible it was. I now take RESPECT during the day while working at the office and before and after my workouts.

Being an athlete and competitive bodybuilder, it’s a constant battle to prevent injuries to the muscles, ligaments and tendons. I have been injury free since taking Pride Nutrition products. I’ve been extremely happy with the results of taking NPR and AGILITY for preventative maintenance to strengthen my joints.

In 2005 I won the Mid-States Muscle Classic Natural Heavyweight Novice Division and a year later even though I placed third in the open division, I came in bigger and leaner.
I owe a lot of gratitude to Pride Nutrition for doing their homework. I contribute a lot of my gains in muscle mass and keeping a healthy body to Pride Nutrition products. All it takes is training hard, training smart, being consistent with your workouts, eating clean and taking Pride’s quality supplements. What they promise, they deliver!

For more information log on to Lee’s website at www.leeroupas.com or email LJRMSU93@aol.com

I met the owners of Pride Nutrition about two years ago. At the time I used some BS supplements if I had them but nothing ever worked real good. The Pride Team taught me about quality and helped me understand why there stuff works better. The AGILITY pills and Agility Cream plus NPR have made a huge difference for me. I recover faster when I get banged up and they’ve really helped my flexibility and strengthened my joints.

The RESPECT Protein is the best, it’s the only protein that doesn’t tear up my stomach. Trust me, you don’t want be all bloated when some punk is trying to kick you in the ribs. I’ve always had trouble putting on weight before too, AMMUNITION stacked with KRYPTONITE has taken care of that problem. I’ve got the talent and the heart to get to the top in the UFC and I feel stronger and even more confident on these supplements. Those guys at Pride know how to put together some kick ass formulas, they’ve believed in Gideon Ray since day one and I believe in Pride Nutrition!

I contribute much of my success to the discipline and practice it took to become an accomplished violinist. I performed as a member of The Milwaukee Youth Symphony for nine years. I apply that same commitment in teaching high school chemistry and coaching cross country and track and field. I believe that anyone can fine tune their body through fitness and nutrition if given the right formula.

Over the last year I have tried the gamut of supplements. All the “name brands” with all the “hype”. The only thing that I noticed was my pocket book dwindling as fast as the results. When I met the guys from Pride, I decided to try their product line. I was shocked at how fast the results set in. It was literally after the first dose I was so excited that I shared them with my lifting partner (boyfriend). We were both “pumped”!

The pump carried us through the workout and well into the day. As a matter of fact, the pump lasted until the next day. It’s only been a month and we haven’t had a bad workout since. I can’t wait to see what the next month brings.

One of the greatest things I’ve noticed is the sustained feeling from the AMMUNITION, and the DIALED-IN. There are not extreme ups and downs or feelings of sickness that we have noticed with other stimulants and pre-workout sources. The RESPECT Protein is the cleanest protein I’ve ever had and keeps me tight after a workout. I’m completely satisfied with the results from the Pride Nutrition supplements and am confident that it will facilitate a win in my future competitions.

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When I first met the Pride Team, they were so enthusiastic about there products and recommended that I try them. I had a photo shoot to do in just a few weeks and asked them what they recommended. They suggested a variety of supplements and I said “I’ll try them and let them know what I think!” WOW a few weeks later I was down a few inches on my waist and my abs started to come in.

I was very happy with the outcome and continued to use the rest of there product line. Low and behold I was asked by a few close friends to compete in the next Figure Competition. I hesitated knowing that it would take a lot of work and dedication! Being a single mother who works full time while also taking college classes, it’s tough to stick to a daily routine. I sure DID though and I competed among the best and am very proud of what I accomplished. I know in my heart that I would never have done as well as I did with out the help of Pride Nutrition

I’m not an avid competitor but I love to compete for fun! It really motivates me to lose weight and look my very best! I do admit there were some challenges as there always are in life, but without the support of my friends and Pride Nutrition, I would not have come in 3rd place in the Master Figure and look as good as I did.

Thank you so much Pride Nutrition for being there when I needed you and helping me reach my fitness goals!

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"Mr. Illinois"
Super Heavyweight Champion 2004
Competion Weight - 240lbs
Off Season - 280 lbs

"For me, I am a believer in trial and error, and that is how I built my 280 pound physique."

"I have been using Pride Nutrition supplements for the last year with incredible results. I don't bust my butt in the gym twice a day to go home and ingest BS supplements."

"For me I only take the best, I take Pride in my body and my supplements and so should you!!!"

My confidence in my physique has increased greatly since I have started using Pride Nutrition's supplements. When I have trained for competitions in the past, there has always been a spot in my mind that I could be doing more, but with Pride Nutrition's products, that insecurity is gone.

In training for the Team Universe, DIALED-IN helped me wake up in the morning so I could blast out my morning cardio session. When I was one week out from the contest, I was still getting awesome pumps from the AMMUNITION! No other product was able to give me such great results in my competing crunch time. The C-GONE and Control knocked out any excess carbs or water that I was holding to give me a rock solid look. Pride's GLUTAMINE kept my recovery quick and allowed me to train as hard as possible when I may not have been feeling as fresh in the past.

With Pride Nutrition's products, I went from 5th place at the Team Universe in 2004 and placed 2nd in 2006. Their results are real.