Rising Star Gallery
Be amazed by these featured Rising Star stories. Enter into the lives of these extremely motivating and outstanding individuals, learn what makes them so great in our eyes, and watch them as they do great things in this industry. To see the full list, Click Here
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Carmelia D. Van Horn
You, our readers, picked her as Ms. World Physique...we picked her as our Rising Star of the Month. Let's learn more about her. She is also Top 20 Ms. Fitness USA competitor, Ms. Fitness Rocky...
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Ashley Katz (Pro)
Ashley is a WBFF Bikini Pro, Digital Marketing Coordinator for Complete Nutrition, Fitness Coach (with an emphasis in weight loss) and most importantly just a normal girl from the Midwest.
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Megan Fish
Life is all about progress. It is all about setting goals, pushing oneself to the edge, breaking glass ceilings, and never giving up until we get what we want. Meet our Rising Star of the Month, Megan Fish!
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Jennifer Chapman
Jennifer Chapman. When that name rolls off of my tongue, so many different aspects about her come to mind; from an outstanding photographer, to a published model, to a determined NPC competitor, to someone that people looks up to and respects...
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Mercedes Perez
Mercedes Perez is a national level competitor, personal trainer, fitness entrepreneur, published writer, ON/ABB Athlete, animal advocate and bikini coach. She has a look about her that stands out in a crowd and will make you look twice.
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Jacques & Angelique Van Der Linde
This married fitness power team has become a worldwide phenomenon. Known for their fitness and lifestyle boutiques and distribution hubs situated across SA, this couple has taken the fitness industry by storm. We couldn't pick just one!
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Pamela Wilson
From being someone that couldn't pass a physical fitness test for the Air Force to becoming a first place holder in competition, to becoming a spokes model for bodybuilding.com, to being a Certified Personal Trainer, Pamela has come a long way!
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Rebecca Black
After losing over 40 pounds, Rebecca has became an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and a NPC Bikini Competitor. She has a look about her that is not only beautiful, sexy, and unique, but she has something that stands out among others.
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Alicia Haraksin
26 year old Alicia Haraksin, raised in Shelton, Connecticut, classifies herself as a rookie to the fitness industry; with only a year and half experience. Her fitness journey began in the fall of 2009 with her first competition at Fitness America Pageant in New York.
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Kelly Klarich
At 25, she noticed changes in her body, she joined a gym, and exercise became a daily routine. That said, she recently discovered the depth of the fitness industry and more so, competitive fitness. She was introduced to Cathy Savage, and here's where her story begins.
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Amber Dunford
In 2009, she won her Pro status with Fitness Star and since then, she has went on to work with such names in the industry as; Ab Roller, Power Systems, and many others. She is already climbing the ladder to greatness. What will the new 2011 year bring her?
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Victor Sullivan
Victor Sullivan is not just our Rising Star of the Month for December but, you will also get to see him in our Winter 2011 print issue as our Louisiana Local. Vick works for the local Fire Department, placed overall in his first competition, and is taking this industry by storm.
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Samantha Kozuch
Samantha is a full-time model, host and actress which loves to show off her figure because it shows her dedication and hard work. You'll be able to catch her on Speed Channels' Dream Ride 2, and Body by Jake's new workout tool; Power Punch, so keep your eyes open.
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Nick Roybal
Nick Roybal; from Albuquerque, New Mexico, walked on stage for his first competition ever and started with a bang! He now holds the title, Mr. Model New Mexico. What a victory!
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Amy Jo Palmquest
26 years old Amy Jo is a wife, mother, personal trainer, fitness model and NPC Figure Competitor. She has been a Personal Trainer for 7 years now. This is a must read interview!
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Ian Lauer
Ian Lauer was a college athlete who went on to start his own thriving personal training business and then made the bold move to LA to pursue his acting and fitness modeling career. Look at him now!
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Valarie Way
Val is a Certified Life Coach, trainer and Nutrition and Wellness specialist. She is a BioX Nutrition sponsored athlete and Spokes model, and a fitness and bikini competitor and model.
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Karen Ficarelli
Karen is a fitness author, multi-certified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, Pilate's instructor, women's fitness consultant, fitness model, and the founder of Fitness4Her.
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Sherif Kamal
Sherif Kamal has many titles; Health Consultant, Fitness Coach, Fitness Model Competitor, Raw Foodist, and now he can add World Physique's Rising Star of the Month to the list!
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Amanda Adams
If Amanda's picture, with her perfect face and body, didn't grab your attention maybe her endless energy will! Anyone around Amanda will tell you that she is always non-stop and loves it!
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Tani Correia
It wasn't until February 2009 that Tani decided to kick her fitness up a few notches and found her true passion in fitness modeling. She has accomplished many things since then.
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Emily Zaler
Emily Zaler is a Certified Personal Trainer, Fitness Model, and Figure Athlete, Author of The EZ Whey Cookbook, Entrepreneur, and Team SCI-Fit Athlete. On top of all of this, she is also a full-time student
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Jeff Grant
Jeff has been in several national magazines, including 8 pages in another national magazine. He has also been in national television show for Warner Brothers. You have to keep a eye out for Jeff!
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John Lee
30 year old John Lee is a Men's Physique competitor in the NPC. He recently won the Tall Class of the Europa Super Show in Dallas. It was his second time on stage. He is also sponsored by Athletic Edge Nutrition (AEN).
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