The Journal of Mindi O'Brien

2011-12-04T15:25:00.001-05:00

2012 is going to be a great year for TEAMBOBRIEN Fitness!!! We will be starting the season off with team of 7 athletes competing at the Arnold Amateur's on March 1-3rd 2012!!!

I am really excited and proud of my team...they have worked so hard and this is will be an amazing experience for them.

Good luck girls...this is going to be an amazing journey!

xoxoxoxo

2011-11-30T17:31:00.001-05:00

It's time to get into the best shape of your life....take control of your health now!!

Contact me....I would love to help you achieve your goals...www.mindiobrien.bodybyvi.com

xoxoxo

MY GRANDPA-MAY HE REST IN PEACE

2011-11-29T18:39:00.001-05:00

May my Grandpa rest in peace now...

He was an amazing man...full of life and always on the go. He loved to be surrounded by family and friends. We were blessed to have him in our lives....

He was a proud man and loved to share his hockey stories with Alex (my son-his great grandson)...he would occasionally have hockey memorbila to give Alex when we would go visit...Alex would love to hang out and discuss the upcoming season or the playoffs.
My grandpa would tell so many funny stories and he always had some great one liners...he always made everyone laugh with his very dry sense of humor...He was a strong man and never wanted to put anyone out or let anyone know he was in pain....I know he is no longer in pain, and is in a better place....I know we will be together again....

Defenceman Ellard O'Brien played two games with the Boston Bruins in 1955-56. He was gifted offensive player who put up impressive numbers in junior and the minors.
Born in St. Catharines, Ontario, O'Brien, played with the local Teepees of the OHA where he scored 58 goals in 1949-50. He began his pro career with the Boston Olympics of the EHL and the USHL's Tulsa Oilers before joining the Hershey Bears of the AHL. "Obie" spent eight years with the Bears and helped the team win the Calder Cup in 1958 and 1959. Along the way he played two games for the Bruins in 1955-56. He finished his career with two seasons in the AHLEHL before retiring in 1962.

In Memory of My Grandpa:
God Took Him To His Loving Home
God saw him getting tired, a cure was not to be.
He wrapped him in his loving arms and whispered ‘Come with me.’
He suffered much in silence, his spirit did not bend.
He faced his pain with courage, until the very end.
He tried so hard to stay with us but his fight was not in vain,
God took him to His loving home and freed him from the pain.

You will be missed today, tomorrow and always....(we will take care of Grama!)
Love you Grandpa
xo

　
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IRONMAN MAGAZINE

2011-11-29T18:24:00.001-05:00

Hey Everyone!!
Check out this link from Ironman Magazine!!-see below!!

My good friend and IFBB Pro Figure Competitor, Natalie Waples was recently interviewed by Ironman Magazine. It's a great write up and Natalie forwarded me the link....

I met Natalie at her very first model search and I told her she had a lot of potential....she took it from there and is now one of the top figure competitors in the world!

Congrats Natalie....way to represent girl!
xo

ttp://www.ironmanmagazine.com/blogs/ruth/

2011-10-31T16:01:00.002-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAMOBRIEN'S LAUREN FAZIO!!!

Lauren let me know on the weekend that she has now signed on with Fabulous Feminine and Crystalized Artistry as a sponsored athlete....I'm sure we will be seeing a lot more of this hottie!

Way to go girl....

xoxox

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!

2011-10-31T05:38:00.000-04:00

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

I hope you all had a great weekend! I'm sure many of you went out on Saturday night to celebrate this fun occasion! I spent the evening with my beautiful niece Riley. We had a little princess evening...lots of crafts, painting, eating, going for a walk and watching some fun movies....(she is only 3!)
On our walk we saw some really cool Halloween costumes and we walked through some neighborhoods that had really dressed up their homes. It was a ton of fun! Tonight I am going to take my little princess out for Halloween...Can't wait!

Enjoy your evening!!! Stay away from the candy.....eeeek!!!

xo

OFFICIALLY RETIRED FROM FITNESS

2011-10-21T13:15:00.000-04:00

This was a photo taken by the amazing photographer, Claus Willemar...

He captured many photos from my last and final fitness routine as I have officially retired from competing in Fitness at the Arnold Classic Europe in Madrid, Spain.

I owe a huge debt of gratitude to my family, especially my husband, Dennis and my son, Alex for their on-going support. I would like to extend a special thank you to Karen Phillips-KHP Designs, Mike Davies, Dr. Danielle Marr, TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS, Nancy Marr, the OPA/CBBF/IFBB for their guidance and support throughout my career. Most of all, I would like to thank the fans who have supported me and encouraged me along the way. It has been a wonderful journey...one that I will look back upon with the fondest memories. THANK YOU...xoxo

POSITIVE THINKING....

2011-10-16T19:57:00.001-04:00

MINDI O-UPDATE AS PROMISED!!!

2011-09-13T06:24:00.001-04:00

Hi Everyone!
Thank you soooo much for your kind words. After receiving my latest MRI results it has been an emotional roller coaster for me. Being an athlete all of my life, I have dealt with many injuries and have always pushed forward and have always figured a way to work around the pain...this time has been different...I am in constant pain from the minute i wake up to the time I go to bed....when i met up with the Dr to review my results, as he was listing the issues off to me, the athlete in me, kept saying, "ya, ya..that's not too bad, i can push through that...but as the list continued on reality hit me....I can't just ignore these issues and I'm going to have to deal with them....It was like a kick in the stomach...Both my Dr. and therapist were both very serious and told me that I CAN NOT compete at the Fitness Olympia...I am not getting any younger and I only have one back....It really hit home when my son sat me down and told me he was worried and didn't want to see his mom in a wheel chair...It was the tone in his voice and the look in his eye...it was so sincere and REAL...it hit home big time!!
I am trying to stay positive....I have gone through many different emotions-frustration, anger, disappointment, feeling a sense of loneliness and feeling out of control....I have really had to work hard and change my thought process....I have had to try to move beyond the negative and find a more positive way to cope with this set back. I sat with both my Dr and therapist and we have put a new plan into action...based on the new results we are trying some new treatments, supplements, training, etc....my job is to do exactly what is being prescribed and I am responsible for staying positive, mediation, resting and doing a lot of self talk. I strongly believe your emotions have a huge impact on your physical health.
We are hoping that with the new treatments being implemented, I will be healthy enough to still compete in Spain. (this is not what the Dr.s are supporting, but this will be my decision...and this is what I'm aiming for...Having the Olympia and the Arnold Europe back to back, I know in my heart that I would not recover in time to do both shows...)
I think it's time for me to start listening to my own advice...Listen to your body...it's telling you something!! "learn to hear the whispers of the body and mind before they have to shout" Sooooo true!!

Thank you everyone for your support. Fitness is my passion and I truly feel blessed to have presented with so many opportunities. I have competed in 6 Olympia's (qualified for 7) and have competed in 5 Arnold Classics (soon to be 6). I have built an incredible business along the way allowing me to be surrounded by so many incredible people. I love what I do and I want to thank everyone who has supported me along this incredible journey.

I am now waiting to see a Neurologist and a back surgeon to see what my options are....I will keep you all posted!

I will be at the Expo on Friday....Hope to see some of you there!!

Mindi O
xo

I want to wish everyone competing at the Olympia this weekend the best of luck. These athletes are the best in the world....time to bring it!!
Safe travels everyone!!

FORCED TO SIT OUT OF THE FITNESS OLYMPIA!

2011-09-10T07:50:00.000-04:00

Hi Everyone....

Since my last blog update, I have received some disappointing news. Due to updated information from a recent MRI, I have been forced to sit out of this years Fitness Olympia.

The Dr is quite concerned with some of the results and we are taking precaution at this time.

I am very disappointed and this was a very hard decision for me to make and accept. I have to remember that my health must come first...

Thank you to everyone who has supported me through this journey....I will be back.....

I will be updating in further detail this weekend....

Thank you......I want to wish all of my fellow Olympia competitors the best of luck...I will miss being part of this incredible event.....xoxoxoxo

Love

Mindi O

HEADING INTO MY 7TH OLYMPIA!!-PART 1

2011-08-13T13:42:00.005-04:00

I have been MIA for quite sometime....I think it's time for some updates!!

I have sat down numerous times to update my blog page, but for some reason I have had severe writers block!! I would start writing and then press delete, start over and delete....Well, I told myself that I had to sit down this weekend and get it done!!

I will take you back to the 2009 Fitness Olympia....Heading into this show my back was severely injured (it was actually bothering me at the Arnold Classic and then I had to re qualify for the Olympia and competed at the Orlando Pro show...and from there it just got worse) I was really stressed heading into the routine round and just prayed that I could get through my routine...(i kept telling myself, one more routine and then you can rest....) It wasn't until half way through my routine while doing a tumbling pass that I felt this excruciating pain from my feet all the way up to my neck (almost paralyzing) and then I just lay on the floor, thinking..."do I get up and continue or just surrender"...My decision was made for me....I was unable to continue...I got up and limped off the stage feeling totally defeated and heart broken...This wasn't supposed to happen...this is the Olympia!!! This was the worst feeling ever....When I got back to Canada, I had an MRI done have been working with an amazing Chiropractor, (Dr. Danielle Marr) since....I had some stress fractures in my back, piriformis syndrome and other issues from over training... I seemed to have been making some progress. I cut back on my workouts, cardio, etc...and really tried giving my body time to rest and heal.
Well....during that time off, I took advantage of many things that I have been putting off...As my son was heading off to his first year of university, he asked that my fiance and I finally get married...well, this was only 10 days before he was going to school...well, we definitely hustled and got it all together. Dennis and I arranged our wedding on-line and within only a few days, we organized a date, beautiful location in Niagara-on-the Lake- bought my dress, invited his dad and my mom...The day couldn't have been more beautiful....Dennis and I have been together close to 15 yrs, so it was definitely time!!! Life just seemed to have gotten in the way so everything was put off for so long... We expanded our business again and our competitive team continued to grow. Over the last year and a half, I have developed my dream team....it's an amazing feeling to watch so many women learn to believe in themselves and become empowered. Whether they competed, or just set personal goals and achieved them, was an amazing experience and I feel so blessed to be part of their journey.
Well....now on to the TORONTO PRO SHOW....When I heard about this show, I was so excited and kept thinking maybe I could get ready for this show.... After the 2009 Fitness Olympia, the feeling of not being able to complete my competition and having to walk off stage with an injury was devastating and it has bothered me to this day that I didn't finish what I started...I thought this would be a great opportunity to get back up on stage and finish what i started. After discussing my thoughts with Dennis and Dr. Marr, we thought it would be ok, as long as I listened to my body and not over due it....In my head I was completely ready and raring to go...however, my body was definitely not co operating. I started training hard again...weight training, increasing my cardio, working on routine skills etc....It wasn't too far into the training that I started experiencing excruciating pain in my glute and lower back again. I continued seeking treatments 1-2 times a week and pulled back on my training....2 weeks before the Toronto show, I was standing on the treadmill ( in tears) and the pain was so bad that I couldn't even walk at a snails pace. I remember getting off, telling myself that this was not going to beat me....I WAS going to compete....I went home that evening and Dennis and I discussed my options-To compete or not to compete....I had to put everything into perspective- Dennis told me that if I'm doing this show that this was for me....to finish what i started but without any pressure and the risk of further injuring myself. He said, you have already done 6 Olympia's and 5 Arnold Classics....there is nothing more to prove...we have a successful business etc...if your going to compete, you do it for yourself and only you...it doesn't matter where you place, but it's about getting the job done....Of course it all sounded good and he was right....although, I was stressing about not being able to do my routine, so I gave myself a pep talk and told myself that I only had to get through 1 of each half of my routine (at least i thought it would calm my brain down and I would feel more confident heading into the show knowing i was ok and capable to perform)....That was probably a week before the show.....I started working on my second 1/2 of my routine first and it seemed to be ok....so I went on to do my first 1/2...I was feeling pretty confident and felt powerful....during my side somi (a skill that I have been doing since I was 10) I landed kind of funny and I heard a loud pop in my ankle....I stopped what I was doing and immediately went home to ice....I saw Danielle (my chiropractor) later that day and she said that it was probably just a sprain....she treated it and I stayed off of any training until the day of the show....i mentally had to prep the last week out using visualization. The day of the show, I taped the hell out of my ankle, took some pain killers for my back and hoped for the best. My warm up seem ok, but once I hit the stage to perform my routine it was horrible....Every skill seemed so labored and my cardio was so poor (considering I hadn't been able to do anything for a while-you sure do lose it quickly!!) I wasn't very pleased with my performance, but I was pleased that I complete my goal and didn't allow my injuries to discourage me from competing. It was nice having my family and friends there to support me, and it was awesome to be competing with so many fellow Canadian competitors.....Jodi Boam (who I coached when she first started getting into the fitness world...so proud of her!!!) won, Myriam Capes placed 2nd and to my surprise I was presented with 3rd place and another qualification to the Olympia!!!
This was very overwhelming and I was completely shocked!!
After the Toronto show, I had to take some time to rest and really think and consider whether or not to compete at the Olympia or listen to this injured old body and hang up my suits....

A few weeks ago, I was still having some discomfort with my ankle, so I went and had an xray done...It turned out that my ankle had an avulsion fracture....they said that if I went to the DR as soon as it happened i would have been put in a cast.....As an athlete, I guess we think we are invincible. It probably wasn't a good idea to compete, and I really should have listened to my body....I have been taking care of it, and wrapping it when I do ANYTHING and icing it....

It's now 5 weeks out from the Olympia......will update my progress heading into my 7th O mid week!!!

I want to thank everyone who has supported me along the way....A very special thanks to my husband, Dennis, my son Alex, my family, Mike Davies, Dr. Marr, Karen Phillips from KHP DESIGNS for always suiting me up in gorgeous suits,Nina Luchka for doing my hair, Valeria Nova for doing my makeup, my fellow teammates from TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS...you guys are all incredible and I truly appreciate all your love and support.

xo

LET'S DO IT!!!!

2011-07-29T11:58:00.001-04:00

You create your own film! Go after it this week and create the movie you have always wanted! Your reality is up to you!

INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE

2011-07-13T07:11:00.001-04:00

Solid Leadership is EVERYTHING Because Shit Rolls Downhill, no Matter What Color it is... ^©
- Edie, The Salsa FREAK

ALEX & DAN-GREYHOUND RESCUE

2011-07-11T11:58:00.002-04:00

Here is a picture of my handsome son, Alex and a rescued Greyhound. My mom has been rescuing retired greyhounds for years now. Right now my mom has 4 greyhounds and they are the most affectionate and lovable dogs. Whenever newly retired greyhounds are brought into Canada, my mom and Alex will go to the barn/kennel and help get these dogs adopted to loving families.
This is Dan....as you can see, Dan is very affectionate. Dan's racing career is over and he is now looking for a wonderful family to take him home.

The youngest dog that was adopted this week was a 7 month old girl named Suzie....

If you are interested in learning more about these beautiful animals you can go to

Here,

and for the list of Adoptables and other advice on greyhounds, you can click

Here

The forums are used frequently by many greyhound owners who are always willing to lend advice about owning and adopting a grey.

SMILE

2011-07-03T17:27:00.001-04:00

SMILE

"Everyone smiles in the same language" -unknown

NEXXICE SKATING TEAM IN HAMILTON SPECTATOR

2011-06-28T08:46:00.000-04:00

Constant commitment

On-ice practice, ballet, endurance training, stretching, weightlifting, protein-rich diet — that’s what goes into making a world championship team

Kaz Novak/The Hamilton...

Near the end of each evening practice, when the clock at the arena flashed 11:11 p.m., the members of Burlington’s NEXXICE made a collective wish — to win the 2009 World Synchronized Skating Championships in Croatia that year.

The ritual paid off. After a strong short program, their free skate netted them the gold, marking the first time in the history of the competition (established in 2000) that top honours went to a team other than Sweden or Finland.

Of course, the win may have had something to do with practice of a different sort too.

Since its formation in 2000, NEXXICE senior (there are also NEXXICE teams at the juvenile, novice, intermediate, junior and open levels) has earned the kind of international cache that draws skaters from Toronto, Kitchener, Burlington and beyond. In 2010, Lee Chandler (the team’s only male skater) and Holly Peyton, both former singles skaters, moved to Burlington from Manitoba to skate with the team. So did Linda Mariotti, a singles skater from Italy.

Each of the team’s 24 members, who range in age from 19 to 26, makes a huge commitment to be part of NEXXICE.

As the season (which begins in April and runs 10 months) progresses, NEXXICE spends a minimum of 13 hours training each week. In addition to relentless run-throughs of various technical components, they practice their short and long programs on and off-ice with coaches Shelley Barnett and Anne Schelter. They attend weekly classes with ballet teacher, Simon Lalonde, to work on musicality, poise and carriage. They also meet for weekly strength training sessions with personal trainer/pro fitness champion, Mindi O’Brien.

O’Brien tailors her one-hour workouts (as well as optional at-home plans for three to four days of additional conditioning) to the team’s needs. Because skating is such a visual sport, she aims to create long, lean muscles while considering NEXXICE’s rigorous schedule. She offers substitutions for those nursing stressed joints and muscles, and emphasizes stretching to guard against injury. She eases off leg work before competitions, when an increase in on-ice time leaves skaters’ legs fatigued. She focuses on short intense, exercises — circuits of 60-second weightlifting and callisthenic moves — to develop the core and arm strength required for complicated lifts and manoeuvres.

The optional nutrition plan she offers concentrates on specific vitamins and minerals rather than a specific calorie count. For skaters at this age and activity level, O’Brien stresses four to six litres of water daily. She advises a diet rich in proteins like chicken and whey, optimal carbohydrates and essential fatty acids like the ones found in nuts.

On top of all this, NEXXICE attends intensive multiday mini-camps before most of the five major competitions that make up their season — one each in the summer and winter, one before the Canadian Synchronized Skating Championships, and one before Worlds (if they qualify).

Debbie Beauchamp, one of NEXXICE’s three managers, is amazed by the level of the skaters’ commitment. One of the girls attends university on a part-time basis so she can still skate. Another organizes her academic schedule so her course load is lighter during the second semester when NEXXICE is busy with competition-related travel.

“I give these kids so much credit for what they do,” Beauchamp says. “It’s amazing, but it’s just something that gets in their blood.”

Nichole Manahan, 20, is a perfect example.

A skater since the age of three, Manahan lives in Kitchener. She makes the trip to the Burlington Skating Centre three times a week. Between practices, she teaches skating in Kitchener and Cambridge. Her part-time office job at Guillevin International (an industrial equipment supplier) finances the $12,000 fee she pays to skate with NEXXICE each year. It also covers her tuition at Wilfrid Laurier University where she’s completing a psychology degree.

Having skated with the senior team since 2009, last year was the first year she spent as many hours working as she spent skating and going to school. It was the second year in a row she told herself — this is my last year. It was also the second year in a row she came back.

According to Barnett, this approach, something she looks for during spring tryouts, is typical of the skaters on her team.

“(They’re) usually self-motivated,” she says. “They make the commitment to skate at the senior level because they love their sport and are prepared to make sacrifices, of which there are many.”

Manahan agrees. She often misses out on social events and gatherings. Because she funnels all her money toward skating and school, she doesn’t have a car. She’s also had to forfeit the experience of living on her own and lives with her parents to save money.

However, she’s quick to cite the opportunities NEXXICE has afforded her.

“As much as some would look at the sacrifices I have made over the years as a negative thing, I look at it more as a positive,” she says. “I have gained so much with skating.”

She has attended skate camps in Boston, Muskoka, Lyon and Paris, France, and competed in Colorado, Helsinki and Vierumaki, Finland. She was part of an exhibition skate in Mexico City that celebrated the opening of an outdoor rink. In 2010, NEXXICE appeared on The Rick Mercer Report. Finally, she simply loves the feeling she gets when the team finishes a skate.

“It is tough,” she says, but it’s rewarding. “It’s something you get used to. If you’re passionate about it and willing to work hard, it's possible. Anything is possible.”

Special to The Hamilton Spectator

TORONTO PRO SHOW!!!

2011-06-24T20:50:00.003-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS!!

Last weekend was a huge success for TEAMOBRIEN athletes...We would like to congratulate all of the girls who made it to the Provincial Championships held in Toronto Ontario at the Toronto Super Show.
Congratulations to Tina Anderson who took home a 2nd & 4th place finish in the figure tall and masters category, Stephanie Tucci-placed 4th in the figure division, Lauren Fazio-placing 5th in the bikini short division, Rachel Walton-2nd place in fitness short class, Fiona Harris-1st place in the fitness tall class, Mady Carter-1st in the Jr fitness division, and Crystal Ceh-2nd in the figure tall class.....these athletes are now qualified to compete at nationals! Wow....way to go!

This was a very chaotic and crazy weekend, but we pulled it together, worked together as a team and had a great time! Congrats to all of you....you're all so amazing and I am so happy to be part of your journey!

xoxoxo

THANKS SAVE FITNESS!!!

2011-06-14T08:29:00.000-04:00

Mindi O'Brien to Make Fitness Return at Toronto Pro Supershow!

As announced on Muscle Insider (http://www.muscle-insider.com/content/mindi-obrien-compete-toronto-pro-supershow) Siouxcountry (http://www.siouxcountry.com/showthread.php?t=15891), IFBB Pro Mindi O'Brien is returning to the fitness stage for the first time since the 2009 Olympia! And what better way to make her fitness comeback than at in her home country of Canada at the IFBB Tornoto Pro Supershow on June 17-18! For those that don't know, Mindi reinjured her back by cracking her L4-5 vertebra during the 2009 Fitness Olympia, and recently returned to the stage for a bit as a figure competitor. Now this summer, she will be returning to her home in fitness, and it's only fitting that she does it in front of her friends, family, and fellow competitors. We at Save Women's Fitness Now wish Mindi nothing but the best of luck to her in her fitness return!

Mindi from 2008 Olympia
Photo credit: Muscular Development

2011-06-07T16:18:00.002-04:00

Hello Everyone!!
I know, I know...it's been forever since I've updated my blog. My life just seems so busy these days and it feels like there are just not enough hours in the day to get everything done. (maybe I'm taking on too much...I need to learn to say no more often and I need to learn to slow down a little more)

So many exciting things to update!!
First of all, I love my job! I love my TEAMOBRIEN athletes...they are all so amazing and I am truly blessed to be surrounded by so many strong and incredible women.

The first Competition of the season was a HUGE success at nationals and things just keep getting better and better.
On April 30th we headed off to Stratford Ontario to compete at the Festival City Championships. This show was so much fun...the girls were awesome and definitely worked together as a team...
Results:
Figure short: Lauren Fazio-3rd place
Figure medium: Stephanie Tucci-1st, Mary Tran-2nd
Figure Tall: Andrea Browne-1st
Bikini short Class: Lauren Fazio-2nd place
Bikini Tall Class: Anna-Liisa Robinson-2nd place
What a great weekend and I honestly couldn't have been happier with the team...they were on fire!!!
Our next stop was the Stephanie Worsfold Natural Classic held on May 7th in London, Ontario. This was my good friend Stephanie's first show that she promoted. Steph did such an incredible job and I was ecstatic for her that her show was a success.
Again, our team had an outstanding day....
Results:
Figure short: Carol Mio-4th place
Figure Medium: Laura Lardi-1st, Julie Condotta-2nd
Figure Tall: Danielle Fifield-1st place, Monika Kaczmarski-2nd place
Masters Tall: Monika Kaczmarski-3rd place and Carol Mio-4th place
Bikini short: Laura Lardi-4th place
Bikini Tall: Monika Kaczmarski-4th place
Every girl on our team who competed at this event has now qualified for the Ontario Naturals in September....
On May 28th, my dear friend, Nina Luchka and I promoted our show-the Luchka/Obrien Mississauga Classic in Mississauga Ontario.
Nina and I had a great time putting this event together. We made some changes from last years event to make this show even better... we are already putting ideas together for next years event...
Our show was one of the last qualifying shows before the Toronto Supershow (on June 18th in Toronto), so the athletes who showed up, were there to earn their spot to compete on the Provincial stage....the competition was strong!!
TEAMOBRIEN athletes had another great showing and Dennis and I couldn't be happier....
Results:
JR FITNESS: Maya Cerantola & Paulina Karczmarski both tied for 1st place....awesome:)
Figure short: Teresa Heron-1st place
Figure Medium: Laura Lardi-6th place
Figure Medium tall: Deborah Raymond: 2nd place, Brigitte Blais-3rd place
Figure Tall: Crystal Ceh: 1st place, Danielle Fiefield-5th place and Tracy Styan-6th place
Figure Masters Tall: Deborah Raymond: 1st, Brigitte Blais-3rd place and Tracy Styan-4th place.
This was a very successful day....the top 5 finishers from each division have now qualified for the provincial championships in only a few weeks away!!!

This season has just started and I can not be happier with my team. Every Saturday our girls meet and take part in an ass kicking leg conditioning camp (held by Dennis and Myself) followed by a posing and stage presentation class. There are usually about 20-25 girls who attend weekly and their hard work and dedication has definitely paid off.

Way to go girls.....next stop.....THE TORONTO SUPER SHOW!!!!
Will update within the next few days.....

xo

HAPPY EASTER!!!

2011-04-22T07:19:00.003-04:00

Wishing you all a very Happy Easter...enjoy spending time with your loved ones.

I would also like to wish my God Son, Cruz a very Happy 3rd Birthday!!

Wishing TEAMOBRIEN National Team members good luck this weekend as they hit the CBBF Canadian National Natural Physique Championships in Quebec....let's do it team!!

It's going to be a great weekend!
xo

2011-03-17T07:27:00.000-04:00

HAPPY ST.PATRICK'S DAY!!

May the luck of the Irish be with you....

xo

LUCHKAOBRIEN MISSISSAUGA CLASSIC....

2011-03-16T07:54:00.001-04:00

PLEASE GO TO www.luchkaobrienclassic.com for further information!

Good luck with your contest prep!

Mindi O
xo

2011-03-13T15:23:00.001-04:00

Earthquake Relief Event

Saturday, March 26, 2011

On March 11 a massive earthquake reading 8.9 magnitude hit the pacific ocean devastaing parts of Northeastern Japan. TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS, DT&R and CHPC is holding a charity event to donate to earthquake victims. We will be holding a series of fitness events to raise awareness.

Classes will run at 8 a.m. 9 a..m. and 10 a.m.

All you need to join in is a donation. All of the proceeds will go to the cause. Friends are welcome to join us!

If you are interested in supporting this cause, you can pick up pledge forms in our facility. Or you can donate online at www.canadianhumanperformancecentre.ca.

CHARITY EVENT-SATURDAY MARCH 26TH 2011

2011-03-13T14:26:00.002-04:00

Hi Everyone!

Please check out www.canadianhumanperformancecentre.com We will be doing a charity event on Saturday March 26th to raise funds for the earthquake victims.

Please help!!

Thank you!

Mindi O
xo

2011-03-11T12:37:00.001-05:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SOMMER!!!

I am wishing my dear friend, Sommer Robertson a very wonderful birthday!

xoxoxoxo

LUCHKAOBRIEN MISSISSAUGA CLASSIC....

2011-03-03T14:46:00.002-05:00

Hey Everyone!!

Our website is finally up and running for the LUCHKAOBRIEN MISSISSAUGA CLASSIC....

Please check out www.luchkaobrienclassic.com

If you have any further questions, please contact me at teamobrien@cogeco.ca

Wishing you all the best with your contest prep!

Mindi O

CONGRATULATIONS NEXXICE!!

2011-03-03T04:27:00.002-05:00

CONGRATULATIONS!!

A big shout out to NEXXICE...Once again, they earned top spot at the Synchronized Skating National Championships....
This team is now prepping and training hard as they head to Finland for the World Championships in April....
So honored to be part of your journey....Thanks TEAM!!

xo

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

2011-02-14T04:45:00.003-05:00

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!!

May today & everyday be your Valentine's Day....

xo

2011-02-12T15:01:00.002-05:00

NEW! NEW! NEW! NEW! NEW!!

TEAMOBRIEN jackets & T-shirts are now available!!

Message me if you are interested in purchasing them @ teamobrien@cogeco.ca

Enjoy your weekend everyone!!

xo

FIND ME IN INSIDE FITNESS MAGAZINE!!

2011-01-10T19:39:00.003-05:00

INSIDE FITNESS MAGAZINE-2010 HOT & FIT 100!

I was so excited and grateful for being selected for the 2010 Hot & Fit 100.
I want to thank Terry Frendo and the amazing team from Inside Fitness, Photographer-Chris Linton, and makeup artist, Kay Lee for making this possible. You are all so amazing!

So far 2011 has started off to be amazing...a lot of exciting things happening....I am really excited and looking forward to a very successful year!

xo

CONGRATULATIONS RACHEL DAVIS!

2011-01-07T07:30:00.004-05:00

RACHEL DAVIS......

I'm sure you have seen this beautiful face gracing the pages of Oxygen Magazine lately.
Meet Rachel Davis...Rachel is one of the nicest, most genuine people that I have ever met. I have been working with Rachel over the last few years and she has been a pleasure to work with. Her positive attitude and hard work has definitely paid off for her.
Rachel is a national level figure competitor (placed 4th overall last year in nationals) a Six Star sponsored athlete and a successful fitness model.
Get used to seeing this face...this girl is going places....
Congratulations Rachel...we are so proud of you and are happy to have you on our team and part of our family.

xo

CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES

2011-01-01T19:00:00.002-05:00

Congratulations to TEAMOBRIEN athletes, ERICA MARTEN & MYMUNA NASRIN for being accepted to compete at the ARNOLD CLASSIC AMATEURS on March 3-5th 2011.
The countdown is on girls....Let's do it!!!

Good luck with your contest prep!

xo

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

2011-01-01T07:17:00.002-05:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

I hope everyone had a wonderful evening with friends and family.
I had a quiet night in with my hubby.
Over the Christmas holidays my entire family was hit the flu...we thought it would be wise to stay in and go to bed early...time to start the new year happy and healthy!!

I have been really slacking with the updates on my blog and one of my resolutions is to update on a more regular basis....I promise!!

2010 was an amazing year for me!! TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS had a successful year. I feel that it was one of the best years ever. We are blessed to have the opportunity to coach so many incredible people and we are surrounded with some really unbelievable people.
My son went off to his first year of university. That was one of the more difficult times in my life...it was time to let go and let my little boy grow up. I cried all the way home:(
Alex was accepted into university with top honors. He is doing very well and loves the university life. He is maintaining an 80 average and is really enjoying his course. I still find it hard and kind of strange not having him around, but at the same time, I feel that he is very responsible and I know he is making smart decisions...it puts my mind at ease knowing he is doing well.
After 14 years of dating my best friend, business partner, coach etc...we finally tied the knot! I didn't think getting married after all of these years would change anything, but it did. During the ceremony, and after Dennis placed the ring on my finger, it almost felt like there was a sense of completeness. My family was now complete....My son gave me away and then was presented with a ring....it was the most beautiful day and one that I will always cherish and remember.

I am just babbling now....I will sit down later and update you with all of the highlights of 2010....

I am excited to see what 2011 will bring....I have a lot on my plate right now and am excited to see how everything pans out.

Have a wonderful day....

xo

SUPER SEMINAR BY INSIDE FITNESS COMING SOON..

2010-07-12T13:05:00.003-04:00

Hey Everyone!!
Check this out....Inside Fitness Magazine are presenting a Super Seminar http://www.superseminar.ca/ ....You don't want to miss out!!

Mindi O
xo

CONGRATULATIONS TO REBECCA MILLER-SMALL

2010-05-17T11:36:00.005-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS REBECCA!!

Rebecca Miller-Small competed for the very first time last weekend at the IDFA show in Toronto, Ontario.

Rebecca's physique was on for almost 4 weeks before stepping on stage. It was important for us to maintain Rebecca's conditioning over the last 4 weeks and not to bring her in over dieted and over conditioned...Rebecca brought an incredible over physique to the stage and ended up winning the figure division....There were 14 well conditioned and beautiful women competing in Rebecca's class....Great job Rebecca. Dennis and I are sooo proud of you.....

A very special thank you goes out to Sommer Robertson.....Sommer you are an amazing athlete, incredible teammate and I just want to thank for helping Rebecca at the show...I can't always attend every show, but I know you are always there to help out, make sure the girls are tanned, oiled, glued and relaxed....You're the best....Thanks again Sommer...

Way to go girls....Now....on to the Luchka O'Brien Mississauga Classic this weekend!! Weee..

(Rebecca Miller-Small-on the right)

Photographer: Doug Schneider

2010-05-07T19:25:00.003-04:00

Happy Mother's Day!!!

I hope all you mother's out there are having a wonderful day! I came home early this morning to a HUGE bouquet of flowers, a beautiful card, a big hug and kiss from my handsome son, Alex. Every day is mother's day to me....I have been given the most precious gift in life...my son.

I spent the entire day visiting the special & most influential women in my life...My stepmom, Serena, my beautiful grama, Bette, my two best friends in the whole world, my sister Dani and my MOM. Thank you for just being you and being part of my life.....I am truly blessed.

Now...to finish the day off at the hospital....off for my MRI!! Yay!!!

xo

LUCHKA/OBRIEN MISSISSAUGA CLASSIC

2010-05-03T18:59:00.003-04:00

LUCHKA/OBRIEN MISSISSAUGA CLASSIC

IFBB Pro Figure competitor Nina Luchka and I have teamed up and are promoting our very own show! Nina and I are happy to be able to give back to the sport....

Who: Luchka/O'Brien Mississauga Classic
What: Bodybuilding, Fitness, Figure & Bikini OPA provincial qualifier
When: Saturday May 22nd, 2010
Where: Port Credit Secondary School-Mississauga
70 Mineola rd. East
Mississauga, Ontario

We look forward to seeing everyone!

Good luck with your contest prep!!

xo

CONGRATS TO TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES!!

2010-05-02T11:16:00.002-04:00

Another incredible competition....Way to go TEAMOBRIEN!!

The girls competed last weekend at the Stratford Festival City Championships and did an amazing job.

Congratulations to Mady Carter for winning the Jr. Fitness Division (Mady was fighting the flu the entire day, but pushed through it and performed like a champion!!), Melanie Provost (had a baby 9 months ago) and walked away with a first place trophy in the Figure Tall Class...Christina Paton looked incredible earning 3rd place in the Figure Medium Division and Monika Kaczmarski placed 4th overall in the Bikini Tall Class. All of these women now qualify to compete at the Provincials on June 19th. A special congratulations to new comers, Jennifer Siegner, Tara Cater and Sharlain Cole...these women brought their best overall condition to the stage and did an amazing job...Dennis and I are so proud of all of you!!!

Thank you to the rest of the team for coming out and showing your support....GO TEAMOBRIEN!!

TEAMOBRIEN HEADING TO STRATFORD!!

2010-04-19T16:02:00.004-04:00

TEAMOBRIEN HEADING FOR STRATFORD!!!!

Just wanted to wish all TEAMOBRIEN athletes the best of luck this weekend at the MILKY WHEY Festival City Championships!

Good luck to Melanie Provost, Jenn Siegner, Monika Kaczmarski, Christina Paton, Sharlain Cole, Tara Cater and Madison Carter....

You are all ready to rock the stage....Go Team!!!

2010 CBBF NATURAL PHYSIQUE CHAMPIONSHIPS

2010-04-09T15:02:00.002-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES!!!

Last weekend TEAMOBRIEN competed at the National Physique Championships in Laval, Quebec. The best athletes in Canada were fighting for the National title and the opportunity to earn their IFBB Pro Status.

This was a great experience for our team and I am soooo very proud of all of you.

Congratulations to our team:

Ann Marie Sirko placed 3rd overall in the Figure Tall Class Division and close behind placing 4th overall was Erica Marten.

Lucy Cerantola placed 2nd overall in the Women's Bodybuilding Division and walked away with the Best Poser Award.

Placing 5th overall in the Bikini Division was Mymuna Nasrin.

In the Medium Figure Divsion, Tawyna Gee placed 8th overall (based on the callouts, I had Tawnya placing in the top 5...not sure what happened:()

Jo Ann Robertson and Nancy Sinclair both brought a very competitive package to the stage and we are very proud of both of you....new focus, new shows!

I would like to thank Caitlin Carverhill for taking care of the girls hair and being the best travel companion...I don't think there was ever a dull moment...You truly are the funniest person I have ever met!!

Thanks to TEAMOBRIEN'S Floyd Jacobs for coming out to support the team....you definitely are a team player...the girls loved having you there!

Congrats ladies!!!

CONGRATULATIONS BRIGITTE BLAIS!!!

2010-03-29T20:28:00.003-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS BRIGITTE!!!

Brigitte Blais competed last weekend at the Fitness Star Model Search and placed 3rd overall....Brigitte is a single mother of a beautiful little girl, business owner, fitness model and she is part of the TEAMOBRIEN family....Brigitte worked incredibly hard to dial in for this event. To date, Brigitte brought her best package to the fitness stage....

Dennis and I know you have what it takes to do well in future events...key word-Discipline!!!

Stay focused and keep training hard B!!

CONGRATS TO MADISON CARTER!!

2010-03-23T18:31:00.004-04:00

Congratulations Mady!!

13 year old Fitness Sensation, Mady Carter competed last weekend at the INBF Northern States Super Natural American & Canadian Challenge and walked away with another title...This little dynamite is on fire!

Mady is currently preparing for a few upcoming shows and I am very excited to be coaching her. Mady has so much passion and dedication to the sport of fitness and bodybuilding. She represents this sport very well and is on a mission to be a positive role model for other young girls....Mady is truly an inspiration!!

Good luck Girl!

UPCOMING EVENTS/COMPETITIONS

2010-03-23T09:00:00.003-04:00

Competition season is here!!!

TEAMOBRIEN athletes have been training hard all season and are now ready to take the compettion stage!

Mymuna Nasrin started off the 2010 competition season with an incredible 3rd place finish at the 2010 Arnold Classic (Amateur Bikini Divsion). Mymuna has been training incredibly hard and she has definitely made some remarkable improvements. Mymuna is now focusing on competing at the 2010 CBBF Canadian Natural Physique Championships on April 3rd in Laval Quebec....Mymuna will be joining her team-mates at this event....They are all competing for the chance to represent Canada at the World Championships and the opporunity to earn their IFBB Pro Status....

I would like to wish Brigitte Blais the best of luck...Brigitte will be taking the stage this weekend, Saturday March 27th at the Fitness Star Event....Brigitte has had a terrific off season and has made some significant gains...With sporting a new look, a new bikini and a positive attitude, Brigitte will bring her best package to the stage....Good luck Brigitte!!!

Heading to Laval, Quebec to compete at the CBBF Canadian Natural Physique Championships are Tawnya Gee, Erica Marten, Nancy Sinclair, Mymuna Nasrin, Floyd Jacobs, Lucy Cerantola, Jo-Anne Robertson, and Ann Marie Sirko.
These athletes have been focused on this show since last September and are ready to take the national stage....Dennis and I are really excited and very proud of each and every one of you....This is a great opportunity to be representing your province and we are pleased to have been part of your journey. My beautiful assistant and teammate, Caitlin Carverhill and I will be making the road trip to Laval to cheer you all on....Stay focused, keep training hard and remember....never let your competition out-train you.....

Good luck to all of our athletes....2010 is going to be an incredible year.....

xo

MYMUNA'S ROAD TO THE IFBB BIKINI PRO CARD

2010-03-22T16:45:00.002-04:00

Found on Girls of SAF-MYMUNA'S ROAD TO THE IFBB BIKINI PRO CARD:

It is 5 a.m. on a Monday morning. I could have stayed in bed for an extra hour, but my mind is racing. All I can think about these days and nights is earning that IFBB Pro card. After placing 3rd at the Arnolds, I am now dying to win this Bikini division at the CBBF National Natural Physique Championships (Canadian Bodybuilding Federation on April 3, 2010), held in Laval,Quebec, my hometown. I can't remember if I have ever been this hungry for a win before. This has got to be the "ultimate desire"! I want to earn it, I have to be the best, I gotta go get it! I am ready, I see it, I feel it. It is in my blood. Like my older sister says, "Honey, you can almost taste it . . . you are so close!!"
Four years after my very first show, I will be back on the very same stage that I once started with the best damn physique that I could ever possibly bring. For the first time in my life, I am going to that stage not to have fun, get some experience and exposure, meet new beautiful girls, but, ultimately, just to win my IFBB Pro card!!
Wish me luck!
Mymuna

HAPPY ST.PATRICK'S DAY!!

2010-03-17T10:21:00.002-04:00

HAPPY ST.PATRICK'S DAY EVERYONE!!!

2010-03-05T16:48:00.001-05:00

LUCHKA/OBRIEN MISSISSAUGA CLASSIC
Regional Bodybuilding, Fitness, Figure & Bikini Championship

EVENT DATE & TIME:
Saturday May 22nd 2010

SHOW TIME:
Pre Judging: 9:00am
Event Finals: 7:00pm

VENUE LOCATION:
Port Credit Secondary School
70 Mineola Rd, East
Mississauga, Ontario

REGISTRATION & WEIGH INS: *mandatory meeting for all athletes competing*
Friday May 21, 2010
***all payments must be paid in cash at the time of registration or can be made on line…see below
We will begin registration & weigh-ins at 7pm in the cafeteria
Port Credit Secondary School
70 Mineola Rd, East
Mississauga, Ontario

Bodybuilders: will be weighed in
Please bring music

Fitness, Figure and Bikini Competitors:
-please bring your heels and your competition suits
-Fitness competitors-please bring your music

HOST HOTEL:
NOVOTEL
3670 Hurontario St.
Mississauga, Ontario
905-896-1000

ON-LINE REGISTRATION & ON-LINE TICKET SALES:
http://luchkaobrienmississaugaclassic.eventbrite.com

Contact info: teamobrien@cogeco.ca –Mindi O’Brien-IFBB Fitness Pro Champion
www.fitness-fox.com –Nina Luchka-IFBB Figure Pro

For Rules & Regulations please go to Ontario Physique Association at www.bao.on.ca

ALL Entry forms/athlete information forms will be filled out at registration on Friday May 21st.

CONGRATULATIONS MYMUNA NASRIN!!!

2010-03-05T07:38:00.002-05:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAMOBRIEN'S MYMUNA NASRIN!!!!

Mymuna Nasrin competed at one of the most prestigious competitions in the Fitness Industry last evening. Mymuna headed to Columbus Ohio to compete at the ARNOLD CLASSIC in the Amateur Bikini Division...Mymuna had an amazing off season and really dialed in for this show, bringing her best overall package to the stage....Mymuna placed an amazing 3rd place finish!

Watch out for this stunning woman in future events...Mymuna will be shooting with Muscular Development today....what a great opportunity...We are soooo proud of you Mymuna....Enjoy every second of it....

GOOD LUCK MYMUNA!!!

2010-03-01T17:57:00.004-05:00

GOOD LUCK MYMUNA!!

Mymuna Nasrin is off to compete at the ARNOLD CLASSIC to compete in the Bikini Divsion....

Mymuna works extremely hard and takes her training very seriously...she is one of the most positive people that I have ever met and I just love being part of her fitness journey.

Each and every time Mymuna steps out on stage, she has made the necessary changes to her physique, and her overall look. She has appeared in Oxygen magazine numerous times and has won several titles over the last few years. I wish Mymuna continued success this weekend in her first "BIG" international event.

Wishing you all the best....We love you girl....

Mindi O, Dennis Beitler and the entire TEAMOBRIEN family....

2010-02-22T16:44:00.002-05:00

Well, we finally finished our 4th renovation since moving to 760 Brant st. (Burlington Square Plaza) a year and a half ago... We are now just under 8500 square feet... Wow it's been a great ride so far. We will also be adding another 5000 square feet this summer.

Because we offer so much more than we did before, we have also re-named our facility:
The Canadian Human Performance Centre for Health & Fitness... of course Mindi and I are still TEAMOBRIEN Fitness

We have added Adam Bogar the owner and director of Dynamic Training & Rehabilitation
He and his team provide a wide variety of services including:
Registered Massage Therapy
Osteopathy
Osteopathic Techniques
Hot Stone Massage
Medical Acupuncture
Injury Rehab
& Chiropractic

We are also proud to announce as one of our partners Riley Beauchamp of "Beau-Champ Fitness & Nutrition".
Riley has also opened a sports nutrition shop right on location to help make sure all the best products are available.

We are also proud to announce the continuation of our partnership with Tony Schinella of "The New You".
Tony is also the Head Trainer and spear heads our BLITZFIT classes, run daily.... Workout Of the Day can be viewed at Teamobrien Blitzfit.

Also working out of the Canadian Human Performance Centre are Personal Trainers:
Tawnya Gee - GEE FORCE FITNESS
Kojo Aidoo - EXCEL SPORT PERFORMANCE TRAINING
Lisa Dafoe - GET FIT NOW
Eric Daye - TRUBODY FITNESS

Mindi and I are very proud to have all of these great trainers working under the Canadian Human Performance Centre umbrella... As you can see by the photos attached that we now have 2 gyms in one location (soon to be three)... We have a High Performance Gym mainly for athletes, and of coarse we still have our Quiet Studio style gym....

We look forward to seeing you all in the near future !!!!

ATHLETE OF THE MONTH-SOMMER ROBERTSON

2010-02-01T11:21:00.004-05:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO FITNESS STAR, SOMMER ROBERTSON!

Sommer has been selected as TEAMOBRIEN'S athlete of the month.

Sommer has had an amazing 2009 competition season...In her interview Sommer explains all of the obstacles that she overcame this season to continue to compete and conquer her fears and achieve all of fitness goals. Sommer is a HUGE asset to our team...she is so caring and giving and when Sommer isn't competing, she is back stage helping her teammates prep for showtime. We are lucky to have Sommer on our team and part of our family. Love you girl...Sommer is now prepping for the 2010 competition season....good luck girl!!

1. DATE OF BIRTH: March 11, 1978

2. BORN/GREW UP IN? Born: Scarborough, ON

3. CURRENT RESIDENCE: Burlington, ON

4. MARITAL STATUS: Single

5. HEIGHT: 5'4.5"

6. WEIGHT: OFFSEASON: 120 lbs. COMPETITION: 110 lbs.

7. CURRENT OCCUPATION: Writer/Editor for bodybuilding/fitness magazines

8. FAVORITE HOBBY: Weight training

9. FAVORITE FOOD: Italian ... when I get a cheat, of course!

10. FAVORITE MUSIC: Hip Hop and R &B

11. BEST BODYPART: Back? LOL

12. YEARS TRAINING: 12 years, 1.5 years for comps

13. EMAIL ADDRESS: info@sommerrobertson.com

14. WEBSITE: sommerrobertson.com

15. HOW DID YOU GET INTERESTED IN FITNESS/WEIGHT TRAINING?I first started training to gain back strength lost as a result of injuries from a car accident around the age of 20. At the time, I was living in a small town that only had one gym. It was the tiniest facility with limited equipment. There were no TVs, no studios, and everything was segregated into one large open room -- nothing like the commercial gyms in bigger cities. It was always crowded with typical gym-goers but there were a handful of bodybuilders that trained there. I would watch in awe as these massive and shredded guys tossed around the weights. Then one day one of the guys approached me to give me some pointers on my training and as we began talking he asked me if I had ever thought of competing. His name was Jim McArthur (a.k.a sweetcheeks). Although I already had a basic understanding of weight training and proper athlete nutrition from my university studies (Kinesiology and Health Sciences), I had limited knowledge of fitness competition training and his tips began to make a huge difference in my physique. In the months that followed he continued to give me advice here and there, and eventually I started talking with many of the other bodybuilders that trained there. Andy Laird, Big Bill, Sean and Dean Crandon ... all of them were very helpful in giving me training and nutrition advice. I also started buying bodybuilding and fitness magazines looking for more information on competing, training and diet. I attended my first show as a spectator in the summer of 2002. It was the Canadian MuscleMania Championships held in Toronto, Ontario. Several us from the gym attended the show together to support Dean, who was competing in the show as a heavyweight -- a class he absolutely destroyed before also taking the overall!! I remember being so mesmerized as I watched all of the competitors step on stage, and from that moment I was hooked! I attend a few other shows in the years that followed, many of them put on by FAME, and knew that one day I would eventually gather up the nerve to compete. Not long after I finished my studies, I decided that I didn't want to work in a clinic setting anymore. I wanted to work in the bodybuilding/fitness industry with the athletes, so I went to MuscleTech and eventually that lead me to the magazines ... and finally, I took up competing with the encouragement of Mindi and Dennis.

16. HOW WAS YOUR FIRST SHOW? ANY INTERESTING EXPERIENCES? My first show was the 2009 Mississauga and South Central Fitness, Figure and Bodybuilding Championships, a provincial qualifier. To be honest, the show went way better than I had expected. Aside from being terrifeid of the stage to begin with, I also had a major set back to deal just days before the show.Two days before I was set to take the stage, I injured my wrist during routine practice. At the time, however, I had no idea how bad the injury really was. The friday morning before the show I went to see Mindi and Dennis, so that they could make any necessary final adjustsments to my diet. I showed them my brusied and swollen wrist, and right away they suspected it was fractured. I wasn't able to put any pressure on my wrist and because of that, I actually wasn't sure I'd even be able to compete at all. After a few minutes of speaking with them though, I decided I was going to take my chances and follow through with the competition. I had spent 4 months dieting, training and prepping myself emotionally to finally fulfill my dream of competing in fitness, and I wasn't willing to throw away all of that hard work. But in order to do so, I knew that I would have to make some changes in my routine. Mindi and Dennis didn't want me to put any more strain on my wrist before the show, so I spent the final hours leading up to pre-judging taking care of last minute details, icing my wrist and trying to mentally re-choreograph my routine. A few days after the show I went to the doctors to have an x-ray done on my wrist, and sure enough, I had fractured the schapoid (a small bone in the wrist joint). Because this bone receives little blood supply in comparison, I was told I would have to wear a cast a little longer -- up to eight weeks. This news was very depressing, as had just qulaified for the Ontario's. Although I wasn't able to train, I stayed on my diet. About a week later, I decided to remove the cast and take my chances once again for the June 20th show, which was the national qualifier. Thankfully, I made it through the show and qualified for the 2010 Nationals.
17. WHAT DO YOU LIKE OR DISLIKE ABOUT COMPETING?I've always loved to train and have wanted to compete in fitness for years, but I've also been very shy and lacked the confidence needed to take that plunge. As an ex-gymnast, I'm used to being evaluated on skill, not how my physique looks and how it compares to others. That's the part about competing in fitness that I've always found to be the most difficult. It's taken me a very long time to gather up the nerve to finally commit to getting over that fear, but now that I have, I can't wait to step on stage again.
18. FUTURE GOALS IN THE INDUSTRY?Ultimately my goal as a competitor is to be a contender at the Canada's for a pro card; however, I know that I need to add more muscle and regain some of my gymnastics skills in order to do so. I'm dedicated to the hard work involved, so the rest is up to the judges. At the same time, I have been blessed to work with so many of the industry's top athletes, coaches and/or nutritionists in my career as a writer/editor for bodybuilding/fitness publications, and helping others reach their goals and get recognition in this sport has always been my passion. I would like to continue doing so and in the future, maybe have my own publication.
19. WHAT DO YOU SEE YOURSELF DOING IN 10 YEARS?I've always tried to live by the motto: "You don't know what tomorrow brings." Although I would like to turn pro in fitness and maybe someday have my own publication, I am open to what the future has in store ... but I know whatever that is, it will be in this industry. I am truly passionate about this sport and couldn't possibly see myself anywhere else.
20. ANY ADDITIONAL NOTES? PEOPLE YOU WOULD LIKE TO THANK?Some of the words that have helped me through my journey thus far, have been: There will always be obstacles to overcome. Situations and people may try to hold you back, but never let it hold you down. This world will tell you who you are, until YOU start to tell the world who you are. That said, I have been blessed (especially this past year) to have the support and encouragement of so many people on my journey to becoming a stronger person and, in reaching my career and competitive goals. First and foremost, I want to thank my parents; no matter what choices I make, I know they will always love me and accept me for who I am. I'm thankful to Mindi and Dennis for coaching and mentoring me, as well as being true friends. They, along with the rest of Team O'Brien, have truly believed in me and have shown me how to believe in myself. I'm forever grateful for my little brother Michael for standing by me always and even more so during my competition prep; he helped me cook my meals, critiqued my posing, trained with me, and his artistic gift for music and dance kept me smiling (and tripping over my own feet!) when I was absolutely miserable and exhausted during countless 1 AM routine practices. Auntie Laurie, Nana, Rosie, Sabs, Berns, Denyse, Chrissy, Jaime, Cecilia, Rach, Yolanda, Gloria, Cindy, Renee, Liana and Ang, I'm blessed to have all of you ladies in my life. MUA, Valeria Nova ... you always ROCK! And last but not least, Robb Armstrong, Kevin Horton, Bill Wilmore, Tony Beason, Scheppy, Mike Lacomb, Allen Riley, Rob from BUC, Kris Gethin, Dwayne Jackson, Larry Pepe, Tony Monchinski, and my MT crew Bailey, Wynia, PK, G-Unit and Bigs, thank you for your support during my prep and shows, and for your continued words of encouragement. I'm sure I could go on, but Mindi only has so much room on her page!
21. COMPETITION HISTORY-PLEASE INCLUDE PLACINGS. 2009 Mississauga & South Centrals Fitness Champion2009 Ontario Fitness Champion

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2010-01-24T09:53:00.000-05:00

NINA LUCHKA/MINDI O'BRIEN CLASSIC

2010-01-18T18:34:00.002-05:00

HEY EVERYONE!!

I hope you're all doing well. I thought I would sit down and update my blog page....that was one of my goals that I set for myself for 2010...consistant updates!!!

As most of you know, I injured myself at the Fitness Olympia and have been in physio ever since. I am working with an amazing team trying to get me back on track...it's just one of those injuries that will take some time for me to be back to 100%. I have had a hard time dealing with this set back...almost a bit of a depression....I have had my pity party and decided it's now time to get back on track and use this down time wisely...perhaps this injury is a blessing in disguise....Dennis and I have had a list of projects that we have been trying to work on for years, but with me constantly competing, and working full time, we haven't been able to get to these....Now, because I am not competing at this time, Dennis and I have pulled out our list and are now conquering some of these projects! We have recently renovated and expanded our facility and are now looking to renovate once again....we need another 4000 square feet....This has been a huge dream of ours and we are making it come true...We have brought in some incredible trainers, we have teamed up with some very professional and experienced health care professionals and we have so many other ideas....we just need more space!
When I started competing over 10 yrs ago, most of what I have learned was from trial and error...so much time and money wasted! I am now holding my own 3 day fitness camp (MINDIO'S FITCHAMP CAMP)...i am so excited about this camp because I feel that I have so much to share with everyone...This is something that i have always wanted to do, but again, never had the time to do it!
Another project that I have always wanted to do was run my own competition....Well, now Nina Luchka and I have teamed up and are now working on putting the Nina Luchka/Mindi O'BRIEN Mississauga Classic....We are both very anxious and excited. Both of our husbands are definitely helping us and we have some great ideas that we are going to implement into the show....More details will be posted soon.
Currently, TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS athletes are preparing for the Nationals in Laval Quebec on April 3rd and we have a full team ready to take the stage for the upcoming regional and provincial level shows for 2010....This is going to be an amazing year for everyone!

Exciting news!!! My son has been accepted into university with early acceptance....I am so proud of him. Alex is an old soul and he already has his entire future mapped out. He is eager to get out into the "real" world and start conquering some of his dreams....I know that Alex will succeed at whatever he does....I don't think that I could be more proud of my little boy....
That's it for now....I will have more updates in a few days....
xo

RESPECT....

2010-01-15T17:31:00.000-05:00

MINDI O'S SUPPLEMENT PICKS....

2010-01-15T12:05:00.002-05:00

HEY EVERYONE!

Here are my some of the supplements that I am currently taking...Love them!!

My Personal Program:

Health Pak, Optomega, Biomega and Proflavonol 90.....I highly recommend these products! I wanted to see how effective they truly were, so I came off of them for a month....I just re-introduced them and I can not believe the difference. I feel so energized, and am really starting to feel healthy!

COME SEE MINDI O!!

2010-01-04T11:39:00.003-05:00

COME FIND OUT WHY USANA IS RATED # 1 IN BUSINESS & IN HEALTH!!!

Book your Seat Today for Jan 14, 2010
Don't miss Professional Athletes Mindi O'Brien and Marianne Millar who will be speaking on Stage at this event!!
This will be the biggest Ontario event of the year!
Hurry and book your ticket as they're already selling fast. This event will be the absolute best event to bring your guests to as Dr Fred Cooper will be educating guests on why Usana is ranked #1 in Health and #1 in Compensation Plans. This event will feature a stellar line-up and will be instrumental in setting the momentum for your business!
www.usana2010kickoff.eventbrite.com.

See ya there!!!

Mindi O's FitChamp Camp

2010-01-02T20:01:00.006-05:00

http://mindiosfitchampcamp.eventbrite.com/

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

I am soooo excited to announce that I will be hosting my very own weekend Fit Champ Camp...I have been competing for over 10 years now and have experienced and learned so much. Competing is my passion and I would love to share it with you.

This is a weekend that you will never forget!!

I would love for you to join myself and my team of experts and learn what training and competing is really all about-Some of the topics that will be covered over the weekend are: understanding the science behind weight training and nutritional strategies, supplementation, judging criteria, posing & stage presentation, competition makeup application, suit selection, body color/tanning application and so much more.

You will also be put through some of my grueling and challenging workouts...Think you can you handle it???

A few special guests will also be joining us over the weekend....More details to follow....Please click on the poster for further details....Reserve your space today.....

Look forward to meeting and working with all of you!

Mindi O

KAREN ROY....ATHLETE OF THE MONTH!!!!

2009-12-30T05:57:00.003-05:00

Congratulations to TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS Figure Competitor and dear friend, Karen Roy for being selected as Athlete of the Month!

Karen is an amazing and beautiful person, inside and out....Karen started out wanting to just get herself back in shape by attending the Conditioning Camps. With hard work, dedication and the "WANT" to change her lifestyle, Karen has definitely achieved her fitness goal and than some...Karen competed for the first time this year at the CBBF Ontario Naturals. Karen looked absolutely stunning and she will compete again on May 22nd 2010 at the Mindi O'Brien/Nina Luchka Classic making some significant improvements. Karen is a positive role model, a wonderful mother and she has become one of my best friends. Congrats Karen!!

ALL ABOUT KAREN ROY:

Date of Birth: January 18th, 1966

Born in Fort Erie, Grew up in Ridgeway Ontario

Current Residence: Burlington, Ontario

Marital Status: single

Height: 5'4"

Weight: off season: 137lbs Competition weight: 132lbs

Current Occupation: self employed-Business Consultant

Favorite Hobby: Golf

Favorite Food: Dugeness Crab

Favorite Music: Rock & Pop

Best Body Part: Legs

Years training: 2 yrs-seriously: 8 months

Contact Info: karenroy@cogeco.ca and www.karenroy.ca

How did you get involved in fitness/weight training? I always enjoyed weight training and fitness and used to participate in aerobics. I always had gym memberships and belonged to different clubs. I just never took it seriously or built it into my lifestyle. It was a friend of mine who started working out seriously with Mindi and Dennis and that got me interested again. I remember having to wait to get into a TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS CAMP and I left several messages hoping that their was a cancellation. I finally attended my first conditioning camp 2 yrs ago and never looked back.

How was your first show? Any interesting experiences? My first show was totally amazing! I worked so hard to get there that I wanted to enjoy every moment. I had a great group of friends supporting me and we all decided that we would enter the same show and do it together. That was the best part! We helped eachother right up to the show. The support we gave one another was amazing and I truly couldn't have done it without them! The four of us have stayed very close friend and I'm so happy they're part of my life!

What did you like or dislike about competing? I enjoyed everything about competing! I wasn't nervous on stage. I think because it was my one shot and Mindi told us, you worked so hard to get there why go up on stage all frightened...just embrace it. So, I did! Jan Tana is fun too....Who knew one could get sooo dark! Posing isn't as easy as it seems...we worked hard to perfect it and I felt very prepared...it was great!

Future goals in the Industry? I want to continue to compete. My first competition was just a truly amazing transformation. Maintaining my nutrition off season, will help me develop my muscle structure and become more defined for my next competititon.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years? In ten years, I would like to be mentoring and coaching other women in the industry, as well as sharing with children the importance of proper nutrition and exercise. I want a yacht and a personal chef to cook my chicken and asparagus just to my liking....lol

Any Additional Notes...Anyone you would like to thank?? I would love to thank both Mindi and Dennis. You are two very amazing people-the fact that you are so dedicated to your members and that you knew what my body needed through nutrition. I found it very interesting...I've never ate so much and lost fat/weight at the same time. You were also there step by step telling me exactly what i had to do. I would also like to thank "My Girls" Serafini, Jo, and Anne Marie-you guys were so supportive over the weeks we were training. Your motivation inspired me...you helped me along every step of the way. And to my sister, Cathy, who wouldn't let me quit, even when I felt like I just couldn't do it anymore. Thanks for believing in me and to Jenn-My every Friday follow up coach in my last month.

Competition History? How did you do? OPA/CBBF-Ontario Naturals on September 19th 2009-I ended up placing 9th overall...in my head, I placed 1st....my next show i know that I will make the appropriate improvements....my goal is to continually improve every time that I step out on stage.

Once again Karen, Congratulations....Dennis and I enjoy coaching you and having you part of the TEAMOBRIEN family....

All the best in 2010!!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

2009-12-25T13:33:00.003-05:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

Here are some pics from our trip to Cancun...Alex and I had an amazing time. It was a great way to reconnect without having to worry about school or work. I think this way my first time ever that I didn't do any work while I was away. I will cherish my time away with my son...he is off to university in September so I really wanted to take advantage of the time I still have left where he thinks it's still cool to hang out with mom...Alex is growing up so quickly and he is so anxious to get out on his own, experience university and start his career as a sports agent...big goals and big dreams...I know Alex will be successful at whatever he does...he truly is an amazing young man and I feel that I have been blessed.

I wish you all a very happy holiday season...

Love Mindi

2009-12-15T12:20:00.002-05:00

HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!

I can't believe it's almost Christmas!! I love this holiday....I love spending time with my family and friends and I enjoy a bit of down time before the January rush kicks in!

Last week, I took my son to Cancun for a mini-vacation....It's our first "BIG" trip together and we had a blast. Alex will be heading off to University next year and he's eager to move on with his future....I thought this would be a great experience for the two of us to go away and create some new and fun memories...mother and son!! Alex and I spent five days in Mexico and we definitely had some good laughs, and it was a great way for the two of us to reconnect. I am usually dieting for a show, so our time to travel is usually limited....Due to my injury, this allowed us from free time....We arrived home last night and I would have to say, this was the best trip that I have ever had....
A lot of exciting things are happening here at TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS:

We are once again expanding our facility!!! We are very excited as the renovations have now begun....We are building a High Performance Training Centre...strictly for hard core athletes...Dennis has already ordered all of the equipment, designed the training centre and can't wait to start training our athletes...(he's like a kid in the candy store) We are bringing in a team of professionals that include, massage therapy, medical acupuncture, osteopathy, Injury rehabilitation and chiropractic care...Adam Bogar is the man running this show...he is absolutely amazing and I am now under his care for all of my injuries and rehab. Riley Beauchamp of Beau-champ Fitness is now one of our partners and we are excited to have him on board. Riley will be training many one on one clients, running some incredible group conditioning classes and running a supplement store...We have also brought some outstanding and reputable trainers on board and we are excited to work with all of them...One big family!!!...If you're interested in learning more, please feel free to contact teamobrien@cogeco.ca for further info.

I have received numerous emails asking me if I will be competing at the Arnolds this year?? Due to my injury at the Fitness Olympia, I did not request for an invite. I was hoping that I would be better or "well" enough to apply for an invite, however, things just haven't panned out the way I thought. I am back to training, but am still having a lot of pain and discomfort....Although I will not be competing, I am hoping to have the opportunity to appear in one of the booths and I also have some athletes competing in the bikini division...

Anways, I will keep you posted on all of the exciting things that are happening....I wish all of you a very safe and happy holiday season....

DECEMBER ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

2009-12-01T06:00:00.008-05:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO TAWYNA GEE FOR BEING SELECTED AS ATHLETE OF THE MONTH!!
TAWNYA HAS HAD A VERY SUCCESSFUL COMPETITIVE SEASON....COMPETING FOR LESS THAN A YEAR TAWNYA HAS MADE A NAME FOR HERSELF IN THE INDUSTRY. BEING A SINGLE MOM, TAWNYA IS A VERY POSITIVE ROLE MODEL FOR HER CHILDREN AND HAS PROVEN THAT WITH A BIT OF HARD WORK AND DEDICATION, ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE....TAWNYA IS NOW PREPARING FOR THE NATURAL CANADIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS ON APRIL 3RD IN QUEBEC! GOOD LUCK GEE FORCE!!!
DATE OF BIRTH: OCTOBER 19TH, 1973
BORN/GREW UP IN: CAYUGA, ONTARIO
CURRENT RESIDENCE: CALEDONIA, ONTARIO
MARITAL STATUS: SEPARATED
HEIGHT: 5'3"
WEIGHT: OFF SEASON: 130LBS- COMPETITION: 120LBS
CURRENT OCCUPATION: PERSONAL TRAINER/COACH
FAVORITE HOBBY: LIFTING WEIGHTS & SHOPPING AT LULU!!
FAVORITE FOOD: CHOCOLATE & ANYTHING COVERED IN CHOCOLATE!
FAVORITE MUSIC:ALL DEPENDS ON MY MOOD...COULD BE OLDIES, ALTERNATIVE OR COUNTRY!
BEST BODY PART: SHOULDERS & ABS
YEARS TRAINING:12 ON MY OWN, 1 YR WITH TEAMOBRIEN
EMAIL ADDRESS: tawnyagee@hotmail.com
WEBSITE: http://tawynag.blogspot.com/
HOW DID YOU GET INTERESTED IN WEIGHT TRAINING/FITNESS? I JOINED A "GET IN SHAPE BY CHRISTMAS" PROGRAM WITH A COUPLE OF GIRLFRIENDS AT A LOCAL GYM IN 1997. WE MET WITH A PERSONAL TRAINER 3 TIMES A WEEK FOR A WORKOUT AND NUTRITION TIPS. THIS WAS MY FIRST EXPERIENCE WITH A GYM AND WEIGHT TRAINING AND I WAS INSTANTLY HOOKED.
HOW WAS YOUR FIRST SHOW? ANY INTERESTING EXPERIENCES? I WOKE UP MORE STRESSED ABOUT THE STATE OF MY HAIR EXTENSIONS THAN THE SHOW!!! THAT IN COMBINATION WITH THE JAN TANA BLOTCHES ALL OVER MY FACE FROM SLEEPING ON MY ARM WAS NOT A PRETTY SIGHT! ONCE MINDI AND THE GLAM SQUAD PUT ME BACK TOGETHER AND I STEPPED ON STAGE IT WAS FANTASTIC. THERE IS NO BETTER FEELING THEN KNOWING YOU HAVE CHECKED ONE MORE THING OFF YOUR "BUCKET LIST"
WHAT DO YOU LIKE OR DISLIKE ABOUT COMPETING? I LIKE WATCHING MY BODY CHANGE AS I GET CLOSER TO SHOW TIME. I DISLIKE THE EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF TIME I SPEND ON THE STEPMILL TO GET IT TO CHANGE!
FUTURE GOALS IN THE INDUSTRY? I WOULD LIKE TO SEE HOW FAR I CAN GO IN THE FIGURE CIRCUIT. IN 2010 I WILL BE COMPETING IN BOTH THE NATURAL CANADIANS AND THE PROVINCIAL CHAMPIONSHIPS....SO WE'LL SEE WHAT HAPPENS!!
WHAT DO YOU SEE YOURSELF DOING IN 10 YEARS? I HOPE TO HAVE A THRIVING PERSONAL TRAINING BUSINESS.
ANY ADDITIONAL NOTES? PEOPLE YOU WOULD LIKE TO THANK? I WOULD LIKE TO THANK MY CHILDREN, TARYN & TYLER FOR BEING SUCH RESPONSIBLE YOUNG ADULTS AND UNDERSTANDING THE TIME AND COMMITMENT IT TAKES TO GET TO THE STAGE. I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK MINDI & DENNIS FOR THEIR KNOWLEDGE, EXPERTISE AND CONSTANT SUPPORT.
COMPETITION HISTORY-PLEASE INCLUDE PLACINGS;
APRIL 25 2009: STRATFORD CHAMPIONSHIP LEVEL 1
1ST FIGURE-MEDIUM
2ND MASTERS
SEPTEMBER 19TH 2009-NATURAL ONTARIO'S
3RD FIGURE MEDIUM
NOVEMBER 7TH 2009-OTTAWA & EASTERN CHAMPIONSHIPS-LEVEL 2
1ST FIGURE MEDIUM
1ST MASTERS SHORT
2ND OVERALL
CONGRATULATIONS TAWNYA!!

MINDI O & THE TEAMOBRIEN FAMILY.
XO

TEAMOBRIEN DOES IT AGAIN!!!

2009-11-11T15:13:00.003-05:00

Last weekend TEAMOBRIEN headed up to Ottawa to compete at the Ottawa & Eastern Championships and once again, TEAMOBRIEN walked away with a ton of hardware.

Congratulations to Shannon Byers, Tawnya Gee, Erica Booth and Gorretti Fancisco....You ladies are awesome!

In the Women's Bodybuilding Division-Open Class, Shannon placed 2nd. Shannon decided to compete in BB only a few weeks before she took the stage....amazing for only a short time prepping. With a little more practise and a good off season, I have a feeling Shannon will come back next year and will be very difficult to beat!
Tawnya Gee shone on stage.....Tawyna has worked extremely hard this season and to date this was the best she's ever looked. With beautiful stage presence and a very conditioned physique Tawnya walked away with a big win in both the figure medium division and the masters-short division. Way to Go Tawyna!!!!
Erica Booth, the tallest competitor in the entire show....standing at 6'5" with heels and looking as beautiful as ever walked away with a 1st place finish in the women's Tall Class....
All three women are now qualified for the Provincials in 2010....Enjoy your off season ladies!!!
Gorretti Fransisco competed in the SAF Model Search and competed in the Elite division. Gorretti was up against some very experienced models....Gorretti took control of that stage and totally owned it...she ended up placing 3rd overall...

Gorretti will competing in London in the new bikini division on November 21st. Good luck G!!!!

Also, congratulations to Dorian Hamilton from PUR NUTRITION, for placing 6th overall in the men's heavy weight division...Dorian will also be competing on November 21st and I know he will bring a bigger and better package to the stage....Dorian is an unbelievable athlete with incredible genetics...he just needs to bring in a drier and tighter physique and he will be untouchable! Good luck Dorian!

Dennis and I are very proud of all of our athletes.....

xo

ATHLETE OF THE MONTH-TAMBRA TUFFORD

2009-11-01T16:49:00.006-05:00

Tambra Tufford on right

CONGRATULATIONS TO TAMBRA TUFFORD-PATTINSON!!

Tambra was selected as November's Athlete of the Month!!

I have known Tambra for many years and she is not only an amazing athlete, incredible mother and wife, but she is also my best friend.

Let's get to know "T" a little better...

1. Date of Birth: May 30, 1976

2.Born and grew up in: Burlington, Ontario

3.Current Residence: Oakville, Ontario

4.Marital Status: Married to a wonderful man

5.Height:5'4

6. Weight: off-season: 118lbs Contest: 108lbs

7.Current occupation: Registered Nurse, mother

8.Favorite Hobby: Lifting weights, running (even though I'm not allowed too!!)

9.Favorite food: oatmeal and homemade hamburgers-not together though!

10.Favorite music: Listen to all kinds-depends on my mood.

11.Best body part: legs and calves

12.Years training: sport oriented all my life, but seriously lifting weights for 5yrs.

13.Email address: t.tufford@hotmail.com

14. How did you get interested in fitness/weight training: When I met Mindi, I was an aerobics instructor. I would lift weights, but I would overtrain doing a ton of cardio. Mindi began training me and I loved the challenge and instant gratification I would get after every workout. Mindi was truly my inspiration through her knowledge, dedication and demeanor.

15. How was your first show? Any interesting experiences? My first show is something that I will never forget. When I stepped out on stage I felt nervous, scared, excited and a big feeling of accomplishment. I competed with a great group of TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES which help make my first experience competing a positive one.

16.What do you like or dislike about competing? Competing is such a subjective sport and trying to remain confident can become challenging sometimes. Also I am not a big fan of walking in 4-5 inch heels and trying to be sexy and graceful at the same time!

17. What are your future goals in the fitness industry? I just competed at the Ontario Natural Championships and I ended up winning my class. I was shocked and it was an amazing experience....I am currently still training hard, but am nursing some old injuries.

18.What do you see yourself doing in 10 yrs? I hope to be a more better, more experience version of me...

19. Any additional notes? Anyone you would like to thank? I would like to thank my husband, Jay for his constant support, patience and love everyday. Special thanks to Mindi & Dennis for helping me become the athlete that I am today.Without their knowledge, guidance and support, I never would have shown up in my bikini for posing practise 3 years ago.

20. Competition History: Ontario Naturals-2006-4th place

Ontario Naturals-2007-4th place

OPA level 1-3rd place in medium height class

Ontario Naturals-2009-1st in medium height class and 3rd overall

Great work T-mama!!!!

Love ya lady.....

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

2009-10-29T16:50:00.002-04:00

HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE!!

PLEASE BE SAFE, DO NOT EAT TOO MUCH CANDY AND GET YOUR ASS TO THE GYM SUNDAY MORNING.....

XO

Here is my beautiful niece, Riley having fun at the pumpkin patch!

RANDOM PICS OF TEAMOBRIEN GIRLS!!

2009-10-20T14:06:00.000-04:00

HAPPY THANKSGIVING ......

2009-10-09T07:31:00.001-04:00

TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS WOULD LIKE TO WISH EVERYONE A VERY SAFE AND HAPPY THANKSGIVING....GOBBLE GOBBLE!!

TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS

2009-10-08T09:34:00.003-04:00

TEAMOBRIEN GIRLS......

(L-R)

ANNE MARIE SIRKO

KOURTNEY WILSON

PICTURE 2: TEAMOBRIEN GIRLS

PICTURE 3: MINDI & ASHLEE TAYLOR

PICTURE 4: TEAM EP & NANCY, MINDI & BRIGITTE BLAIS

ONTARIO NATURALS UPDATE!!!

2009-10-06T18:10:00.003-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES!!!

I would like to congratulate all of our athletes who competed at the Ontario Naturals held September 19th in Hamilton, Ontario.

TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES cleaned up and did an amazing job...Dennis and I are so impressed with all of you!!

RESULTS:

MEN'S BODYBUILDING: MASTERS DIVISION:

2ND PLACE: SHAWN ROBINSON

3RD PLACE: FLOYD JACOBS

WOMEN'S BB HW DIVISION:

1ST & OVERALL: LUCY CERANTOLA

MASTERS DIVISION: LUCY CERANTOLA

WOMEN'S FIGURE:

SHORT CLASS: 1ST: NANCY SINCLAIR

2ND: HEATHER PATERSON

3RD: YOLANDA ROSATO

MEDIUM: 1ST PLACE: TAMBRA TUFFORD

3RD: TAWNYA GEE

TALL CLASS: 1ST PLACE: ERICA BOOTH

2ND PLACE: ANN MARIE SIRKO

3RD PLACE: RYANNE MACKENZIE

4TH PLACE: ASHLEE TAYLOR

5TH PLACE: KOURTNEY WILSON

MASTERS: 1ST PLACE: ANN-MARIE SIRKO

5TH PLACE: HEATHER PATERSON

6TH PLACE: YOLANDA ROSATO

7TH PLACE: TAWNYA GEE

8TH PLACE: BRIGITTE BLAIS

9TH PLACE: KAREN ROY

GRAND MASTERS: 2ND PLACE: NANCY SINCLAIR

3RD PLACE: SANDRA SERAFINI

BIKINI DIVSION: 3RD PLACE: JO-ANNE ROBERTSON

WAY TO GO TEAMOBRIEN.....TOP 5 IN EACH CLASS HAVE QUALIFIED FOR THE 2010 CBBF NATIONAL NATURAL PHYSIQUE CHAMPIONSHIPS HELD ON APRIL 3RD IN MONTREAL QUEBEC.

CONGRATULATIONS TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES!!!

2009-10-05T07:57:00.004-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS ATHLETES!

Once again TEAMOBRIEN Athletes brought home the hardware! Congratulations to Erica Marten-Booth for winning the Tall Class Figure Division and the overall title, Yolanda Rosato for placing 2nd in the Masters Figure Division and earning 3rd overall in her height class and Floyd Jacobs for earning 2nd place in the Men's Classic Bodybuilding Division....Wow...a very successful day!!

A special thank you goes out to teammates, Sommer Robertson and Nancy Sinclair for stepping up to the plate and helping out fellow teammates back stage and making the day very smooth and stressfree!

Thank you and congratulations TEAM!

Floyd Jacobs, Nancy Sinclair, and Erica Marten-Booth
Yolanda Rosato & Me!

Hot Shot-Erica Booth-Marten

xo

SAF FIT CAMP & SEMINAR

2009-10-04T06:02:00.003-04:00

I am very pleased to announce that SAF Fit Camp & Seminar is coming to Burlington Sunday October 25th 2009!

TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS will be hosting this event and we are very excited to have the opportunity to share our competitive information and experience with new comers and experienced models/athletes.

WHEN: SUNDAY OCTOBER 25TH 2009

WHERE: TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS-CPTA

760 BRANT ST. UNIT #48

BURLINGTON SQUARE MALL -directly beside the Hasty Market

contact: 289-407-5198

INSTRUCTORS:

NATALIE WAPLES-IFBB Figure Pro

LORI-ANN REDDING-National level Figure Competitor

MICHELLE MATTHEWS-National Level Figure Competitor

DOUG SCHNEIDER-top Canadian Photographer, founder of SAF and coach of many top athletes

MINDI O'BRIEN-IFBB Fitness Pro Champion

REGISTRATION INFO: info@safcamps.com

WE'RE LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING ALL OF YOU!!! WE'RE CREATING THE SUPERSTARS OF TOMORROW...YOU COULD BE NEXT!!!!!

OLYMPIA REFLECTION

2009-09-30T17:04:00.002-04:00

Hey Everyone!

I am sitting here in my hotel room just thinking about my experience at the Olympia and the outcome of the show.
First of all, I would like to thank all of you for your support, friendship and concern....

I am very upset and disappointed with the outcome of the show....As most of you may know I went into the Olympia with a back injury. Years ago I fractured my back (gymnastics injury) and since the 2009 Arnold Classic my back has been a mess and I have been dealing with constant discomfort and have had to modify a lot of my training around my injury. As it got closer to the Olympia, my back has proceeded to get worse and I have been on anti-inflammatories, receiving treatments (massage, physio and chiropractor care) I had x-rays taken a week before the Olympia and it turned out that my back was a lot worse than I had expected. My spinal cord is impinged and my vertabrae are all out of alignment (from the neck to the lower back) and my hips are totally locked up. I will be receiving treatments on a regular basis-(probably for a year). It's going to be a long journey, but I am excited on getting healthy and getting back on track and having the opportunity to progress onto bigger and better things...I am not calling it a day just yet, but right now my focus is getting my mind and body healthy again.....I only have one body and it needs to last me a long time!!!
I would like to congratulate all of my friends who competed at the Olympia....you are all so amazing and I am pleased to have had the opportunity to compete with you......

"WHAT HAPPENED?"

I have received numerous emails asking me what happened during my routine round???

The morning of the Olympia, I woke up in a lot of discomfort and was a little nervous about competing that day....my back seemed to be worse and more painful than before....In my mind, I told myself that I had to focus and get through each round individually...I was really nervous about performing my 45 second routine during pre-judging....I ended up getting through that routine and was very pleased that round was over....my routine felt strong and I was excited that the morning show was complete. We had a few hours to rest before the night show, but during that time my back started to swell and I was starting to get really stiff and uncomfortable....I was trying to block out the pain and focus on the night show and visualizing my 2 minute routine.....I was excited to perform my 2 minute routine, because I had spent a lot of time re-choreographing my routine and it had a lot of original and out of the ordinary "Mindi" stuff.....but at the same time I was getting really anxious and nervous about having to attempt the skills knowing that the pain was pretty bad. I was half way through my routine and it was during a tumbling pass that I knew something was going to happen...it was on the take off of my front tuck that I was going down....something just didn't feel right and as soon as I landed I felt this horrendous shock shoot up my back into my neck, my legs lost feeling (for a second or two) and my back just seized right up....I remember lying on the floor thinking-get up and finish this routine....don't let anyone down....I was just lying there and suddenly realized I was defeated...it was over.....As I hobbled off of the stage a million different thoughts were going through my head...disappointment, shame, hoping I was going to be ok, failure, defeat and knowing that I was going to have to face this injury with time, patience and rest......I was overwhelmed with the medical attention and staff all concerned for my well being...Al....my dear friend who made sure I received my 6th Olympia medal...simply amazing!!!

I am still feeling defeated and sad....I keep playing the entire day back in my head wishing that I could have done something different...I went into the Olympia wanting to represent my country at my best and come out on top.....I know in my heart that I did my best and in time I will heal....Like I said before, I need to get healthy, and I am truly excited and looking forward to feeling healthy again....

Thank you........

Love you all,

Mindi O
xo

2009-09-14T17:02:00.002-04:00

I need to apologize for not updating my blog in such a long time...wow...I honestly didn't realize that it has been that long since I have updated....

A lot of exciting things have happened over the last few months and many more exciting things are in the works!

This weekend our TEAM-TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS will be competing at the Ontario Naturals at Mohawk College. We are extremely pleased with the progress all of our athletes achieved and can't wait to see these competitors shine on stage this weekend.

I will be guest performing at the evening show...I want to thank Jamor Promotions for inviting back for another appearance...they always treat me very well and I always enjoy my time back stage with the athletes and mingling with the audience.

I would also like to wish Mymuna Nasrin and Gorretti Francisco the best of luck at the WBFF Championships this weekend...go kick some butt girls!!!!xo

I am 11 days away from competing at the FITNESS OLYMPIA!! Wow...I can't believe that this is going to be my 6th consecutive time competing at this prestigous event. I feel incredibly honored to represent my country and have the opportunity to share the stage with some of the best fitness competitors in the world.

My contest prep is going well. I seem to forget that I am not 15 yrs old anymore and boy, some days my body sure reminds me of that...I am dealing with some nagging injuries (as always and I'm sure all of us have some annoying or painful injury)...My training has had to be modified somewhat, but I am very pleased with my overall conditioning and I have focused on some of my weaker areas during my off season and have made the appropriate improvements.

Other than that, everything is going amazingly well.

My son is turning 17yrs old on Friday Sept 18th....I can't believe my baby is almost an adult....I can honestly say that he is an amazing young man and I am so proud of who he has become. He is very responsible and extremely respectful to everyone....I am pleased and proud to call him my son.....

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALEX!!!!

I have so much more to tell, however, I will need to back track and fill you in on all of the exciting things that have happened over the last few months....I will have to sit down and write more when I have time.....

Take care everyone....

Mindi O

GOOD LUCK THIS WEEKEND GIRLS!!!

2009-07-02T17:08:00.003-04:00

WE WOULD LIKE TO WISH MYMUNA NASRIN AND GORRETTI FRANCISCO THE BEST OF LUCK THIS WEEKEND....THESE GIRLS ARE HEADING OUT TO CALGARY TO COMPETE IN THE WBFF EVENT.

good luck!!!!

Mindi & Dennis

CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS

2009-06-25T18:40:00.009-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS ATHLETES!!!!!

Congratulations to the TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS Athletes who competed this past weekend at the Ontario Championships and the SAF Model Search....the weekend was a HUGE success!

Lucy Cerantola competed in the Women's Bodybuilding Heavy Weight Division placing 4th overall and went on to compete in the Women's Masters Bodybuilding Division placing 3rd overall and has now qualified to compete at the CBBF Nationals.

In the Figure Division, Rachel Davis earned a first place finish competing in the Medium-Tall Class and teammate, Karrilynn Blonde placed 2nd overall in the Tall Class. Both ladies have now earned a spot to represent Ontario at the CBBF Nationals.

Nancy Sinclair competed in the Grandmasters Figure Divsion and placed 4th overall.

In the Fitness Division, Sommer Robertson walked away with the first place trophy and is now qualified to compete at the CBBF Nationals....wow!!!!

The SAF Model Search was a HUGE success....over 70 athletes competed & these women meant business....everyone had amazing costumes and bikini's and their physiques were to die for. I want to congratulate all of the TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES who competed in this event. Way to go: Ally Angus, Gorretti Francisco, Nicole Goodman, Ryanne Mackenzie, Mymuna Nasrin, Erica Booth & Stephanie Marson! Erica Booth competed in the Open Fitness Division and placed 2nd overall in a very competitive field.Mymuna Nasrin competed in the Open Figure Division and placed 1st overall. Both women have now qualifed to compete in the Elite Division.
I would like to give a special thank you to Valeria Nova (makeup artist) and Caitlin Carverhill. (hair stylist). You ladies made our athletes look incredible...THANK YOU!!!!

Overall, the weekend was HUGE success. Dennis and I are soooo proud of all of you. Your hard work and dedication has definitely paid off and we are looking forward to the Natural Ontario's!!!! Yippee!!!!

Love all of you....

Mindi O

MINDI O-2009 ORLANDO-EUROPA SUPER SHOW

2009-06-04T11:56:00.001-04:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBVD4ZSUGN4

I Qualified for my 6th consecutive Fitness Olympia!! I placed 3rd overall and I won the routine round....check it out! Not too bad for re-choreographing my routine the morning of the show!!

xo

TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES FROM THE MISSISSAUGAS...WOW!!!

2009-06-04T09:51:00.002-04:00

HERE ARE SOME PICS FROM THE MISSISSAUGA'S...WOW!!!

2009-05-28T11:18:00.002-04:00

O’Brien is Back in the Newest FLEX Magazine
Isaac Hinds photos Thursday, 28 May 2009, 8:31 am

The newest FLEX magazine has hit the shelves and IFBB Fitness Pro Mindi O’Brien is featured in the Women Are Back section. Check out some of the unpublished photos on FLEXonline.com and pick up the newest issue to see the published images.
O’Brien is Back in the Newest FLEX Magazine

Thanks for all your support!!!

TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES COMPETING IN MISSISSAUGA...

2009-05-17T08:26:00.002-04:00

HEY EVERYONE!!

JUST LETTING YOU ALL KNOW THAT TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES WILL BE COMPETING NEXT WEEKEND AT THE Mississauga and South Central Championships-Levels 1 and 2-May 23, 2009.

WE WOULD LIKE TO WISH SOMMER ROBERTSON (FITNESS DIVISION), RACHEL DAVIS (FIGURE DIVISION). CHRISTINE KLUGE (BODYBUILDING-LEVEL 1) & LUCY CERANTOLA (BODYBUILDING -LEVEL 2) THE BEST OF LUCK NEXT WEEKEND!!!

THE HARD WORK HAS ALREADY BEEN DONE, SO LET'S GO HAVE FUN AND KICK SOME BUTT!!!!

MINDI O
XO

2009-05-10T08:05:00.001-04:00

WISHING ALL OF YOU MOTHER'S OUT THERE A VERY HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!

I WANT TO WISH MY MOM A FABULOUS DAY...

LOVE YA,

MINDI

MINDI O IN MUSCULAR DEVELOPMENT

2009-05-06T17:50:00.002-04:00

Hello Everyone!!

Hope you're all doing well....Things here are pretty busy. We have a lot of athletes preparing for this seasons competitions. The next competition will be on May 23rd Mississauga, Ontario. Our biggest group of athletes are preparing for the Natural Ontario's in September....it's busy right now, but a lot of fun!

Some other news;

I am in the latest Muscular Development Magazine! I shot with photographer, Mike Yurkovic after the Arnold Classic..and 2 pics ended up in the magazine....I was shocked when I heard that I was in the mag.

I have some other exciting things in the works, but nothing is official right now...I will update all of you when everything is finalized!!! Wish me luck!!!!

Anyways, I better go prepare tomorrows food....I will check back soon....

CONGRATULATIONS TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES!!

2009-04-27T08:56:00.002-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES!!!

This weekend TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES competed at the Festival City Stratford Championships and walked away with a ton of hardware!!!

Congratulations to Tawna Gee, Nancy Sinclair and Lucy Cerantola on a job well done!!

FIGURE: Short Height Class: Nancy Sinclair-2nd place

Medium Height Class: Tawnya Gee-1st place

Tawna Gee-2nd place-masters division

BODY BUILDING: Heavy Weight: Lucy Cerantola: 3rd place

Lucy Cerantola: 3rd place: masters division

CONGRATS LADIES....You all did an amazing job...

Mindi O

HAPPY EASTER!!!

2009-04-09T12:43:00.001-04:00

WISHING YOU ALL A VERY HAPPY EASTER!!!!

LOVE MINDI O

2009-03-25T21:06:00.001-04:00

IFBB Pro Host Fitness/Figure Seminar

Fitness and Figure SeminarPresented by Ontario Physique Association.

Guest speakers are IFBB Pros Mindi O'Brien and Nina Luchka. This will be an educating and motivating seminar with topics from competition preparations (hair, make up and tan), posing and stage presentation; selection of suits and much more. Your questions will be answered by the pros!

This seminar is free to all OPA competitors and the public!

April 25th, 2009 @ 2 - 3:30 pm (immediately following prejudging of the 21st Annual Festival City Championships)Central Secondary School60 St. Andrews St.Stratford, ON

For more info, contact juliadigou@sympatico.ca

2009-02-04T06:11:00.002-05:00

THE RESULTS ARE IN FOR THE 2009 READERS CHOICE AWARDS.....I WAS PRESENTED WITH THE TOP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR DIAMOND AWARD!!

I WANT TO THANK ALL OF MY CLIENTS, FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND FANS FOR ALL YOUR VOTES AND SUPPORT. I COULDN'T HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT ALL OF YOU.

I FEEL SO BLESSED TO HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO HELP SO MANY PEOPLE DEVELOP A HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE AND REACH ALL OF THEIR FITNESS GOALS.

THANK YOU AGAIN FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT...I AM THRILLED AND HONORED TO BE VOTED AS BURLINGTON'S READERS CHOICE -BEST FITNESS INSTRUCTOR FOR THE 2ND YEAR IN A ROW.

LOVE MINDI O

Burlington Readers choice Awards...Mindi needs your vote!!

2009-01-26T12:18:00.001-05:00

Mindi O needs your vote!!!!!

Here is how ...

1. Go to www.burlingtonreaderschoice.ca
2. Register your e-mail address
3. Activate your account from the e-mail sent to you
4. Log in and vote for Mindi O’Brien under Fitness Instructor

From Sunday 25th - Saturday 31st

Thanks so much, I appreciate it.

Mindi O
xo

2008-12-31T05:45:00.002-05:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

I just wanted to wish everyone a very Happy New Year!
Be safe and enjoy your evening!!!

Mindi O

p.s I will update my blog soon....xo

NEED YOUR HELP!!!

2008-11-30T17:22:00.002-05:00

Hey everyone!!

I am currently preparing for the 2009 competitive season and I need your help!

I am trying to come up with some new routine ideas....(themes, music etc...) So far I can't seem to come up with an idea that I really like or think will work...If any of you have any suggestions, I would greatly appreciate your help!!!

If your idea is selected, the winner will be given an autographed photo and Mindi O's-All About Mindi-Part 1 DVD.

Thanks Everyone!!

Mindi O

2008-11-24T09:21:00.003-05:00

CONGRATULATIONS MATT!!

Matt competed this weekend at the UFE MVP Quest in Hamilton, Ontario. Matt competed in the Male Fitness Model Division and he looked incredible! Dennis and I are sorry that we couldn't be there, but we are very pleased with the outcome of the show and we're happy to see from the pics on facebook, that you were well taken care of....lot's of hotties, eh Matt?? lol
We look forward to working with you for next season!
Quotes from Matt: Show went great! No one competed in the open with me so I got a default 1st :)The Night Elite show was really tough. Pro's flew in from the states to compete, and there was 7 of us total. I got 3rd place!!! Really happy how everything turned out. Was a really positive 1st experience, and got a lot of good feedback. A couple photographers contacted me, and liked the pictures they got of me...we'll see how that goes.Thanks for all your help and advice!! Really appreciate it!.....Time to step it up for the April show!

Mindi O
xo

Here's Riley!!

2008-11-20T13:44:00.002-05:00

Here is my precious little niece Riley! I am so in love with this little girl....

Riley is almost 3 months old...time sure does fly!

Love ya Riley!!!

CONGRATS TO TEAMOBRIEN GIRLS...

2008-11-20T13:29:00.004-05:00

TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS ATHLETES BRING HOME THE HARDWARE!!!

Congratulations to Michelle Richardson-Zwaal and Karrilynn Blonde for an amazing showing at the London & Western Ontario's. Both ladies competed in the Level 2-Open Tall Class Division and finished 1st & 2nd. (Michelle 1st, Karrilynn 2nd) Michelle went on to compete in the Masters Division and placed 2nd overall. Both ladies have now qualified for the Ontario Provincial Championships in June of 2009. Way to go TEAMOBRIEN GIRLS!!!

Hope you have a great off season and we look forward to another successful season in 2009!

Mindi O

WESTERN & LONDON ONTARIO BODYBUILDING, FITNESS & FIGURE CHAMPIONSHIPS

2008-11-14T09:34:00.005-05:00

TEAMOBRIEN would like to wish Michelle Richardson Zwaal and Karrilynn Blonde the best of luck this weekend. These gorgeous blonde figure competitors will be competing in the Level 2 Figure Division. Good luck ladies......

Go kick some butt....bring home the hardware!!!

Mindi O-TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS
XO

CONGRATS TO LESLEY & ALLEN!

2008-11-12T17:46:00.003-05:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO LESLEY STEWART & ALLEN TAYLOR ON THEIR NEWEST ADDITION!!!!

Jack Lawrence was born on Saturday November 9th @ 2:57am. He weighed in at a whopping 6lb-9oz!!

Congrats to both of you....Can't wait to see Little Jack!!

Mindi O & Dennis-TEAMOBRIEN

CONGRATS TO TEAMOBRIEN FIGURE GIRLS!!

2008-11-10T19:10:00.003-05:00

A BIG CONGRATS GOES OUT TO MEL WARRINGTON FOR PLACING 4TH OVERALL IN THE FIGURE DIVISION THIS WEEKEND AT THE IDFA SHOW IN TORONTO.

CONGRATS TO BRIGITTE BLAIS FOR COMPETING THIS WEEKEND IN THE FIGURE DIVISION AT THE IDFA. BRIGITTE HAS MADE HUGE IMPROVEMENTS AND BROUGHT IN HER BEST OVERALL PACKAGE TO DATE. (only top 5 placements were announced...we are anxiously waiting to see her placing).

WAY TO GO LADIES!!!!

NEXT WEEK...TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS WILL BE ATTENDING THE LONDON & WESTERN ONTARIO CHAMPIONSHIPS....GOOD LUCK TO MICHELLE RICHARDSON ZWAAL & KARRILYN BLONDE!

GO TEAMOBRIEN!!

LOVE YA GIRLS....

MINDI O
XO

TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS BRINGS HOME THE HARDWARE

2008-11-03T07:49:00.007-05:00

WAY TO GO TEAMOBRIEN!

A HUGE congratulations goes out to the incredible ladies from TEAMOBRIEN FITNESS on an amazing finish at the Ottawa & Eastern Ontario Championships.
Winning the overall Team Title was definitely a TEAM effort. These gorgeous women have worked for weeks on end building and shaping their physiques, practising their overall stage presentation and sticking to their strict diet and training programs.... it definitely paid off!!

RESULTS:Figure
Tall Class Figure: Karrilynn Blonde-1st place
Medium Class-Open: Mel Warrington-4th place
Cheryl Weston-7th place
Masters Class: Mel Warrington-5th place
Cheryl Weston-7th place
We also had a terrific group of women compete at the SAF Model Search: A special congratulations goes out to Mel Warrington, Cheryl Weston, Lorraine Chan, and Mymuna Nasrin. You all looked very polished and presented some incredible physiques....congrats ladies!!

Left-Right-Cheryl Weston, Me, Mel Warrington, & Karrilynn Blonde.

Dennis and I both very proud of all of you...way to represent!!!!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

2008-10-30T14:59:00.003-04:00

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

Wishing everyone a very Safe and Happy Halloween!!!!

Happy Trick or Treating!!!

Mindi O

TEAMOBRIEN COVER MODELS

2008-10-30T09:54:00.002-04:00

TEAMOBRIEN COVER MODELS

GOOD LUCK MEL!!

2008-10-24T20:21:00.000-04:00

HERE'S A PICTURE OF MINDI & MEL...GOOD LUCK GIRL.

LOVE YA,

MINDI O

GOOD LUCK THIS WEEKEND GIRLS!!!

2008-10-23T07:21:00.003-04:00

GOOD LUCK TO TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES, MEL WARRINGTON AND CHERYL WESTON...These two fitness model/figure competitors will be competing this weekend at the UFE Halloween Mayhem in Hamilton Ontario. They both have worked incredibly hard and have done an amazing job putting it all together.. Good luck girls!!

I am looking forward to attending this event. Sean Everingham and his team have done a great job organizing this event and from what I've heard the competition is going to be fierce!

See you all there.....

Mindi O

Mindi & TEAMOBRIEN ATHLETES IN OTTAWA

2008-10-19T11:54:00.004-04:00

HEY EVERYONE....

I will be in Ottawa October 31/Nov 1st with my competitive athletes and will also be emceeing the SAF Figure and Fitness Model Search.

I would like to wish Melanie Warrington, Lorraine Chan, Mymuna Nasrin, Karrilynn Blonde and Cheryl Weston, the best of luck.

See you all there.

Mindi O

More Fitness O pics

2008-10-14T17:02:00.007-04:00

2008 Fitness Olympia....callouts and comparisons.

Mindi O-placed 7th overall

NEW FREE PICS

2008-10-14T06:18:00.002-04:00

HEY EVERYONE!!!

THERE ARE SOME NEW PICS UP IN THE FREE SECTION: Pics include: 2008 Fitness Olympia, 2008 Holiday in Las Vegas, 2008 Serious About Fitness Model Search-Emcee, and the Atlantic City Pro Show....enjoy!!

Mindi O
xo