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IT'S MID-SUMMER ALREADY!! Oh, how the time flies when you are having fun! :) My most recent competition photos are up! I placed THIRD in the Culver City Pro in California over the Memorial day Weekend. It was a large competitive line-up. I also did a few photo shoots while I was there. Make sure to keep an eye out for the new pics in the coming weeks. Right now, I am preparing for The Europa Supershow to be held in Dallas, TX on August the 25th. This year will make my first appearance at this show. I hear that it is one of the best shows of the season. If you are in the area, please come out and scream real loud for me while I'm on stage. Following the Dallas show I will have five weeks to make my final preperations for this year's Figure OLYMPIA held in Las Vegas... I'm getting so excited about being on stage again. Look for me to be at me very BEST!

GREAT NEWS EVERYONE... I just qualified for the 2006 Figure Olympia at the Pittsburgh Pro on May 6th & 7th. I placed 2nd out of a field of 25 women! I am so happy to know that I will once again step on the Olympia stage. (to see more photos from the Pittsburgh Pro, visit the gallery page) Also, check out my very first client profile (Melissa Engelman) on the personal trainer page.

THE ARNOLD FITNESS WEEKEND

The season is now underway. It felt great to be on stage for the first show of the season! I finished 7th out of a field of 20 beautiful Figure competitors at this year's Arnold Classic Figure International Championship. My training partner and friend Chastity Slone finished 4th! Very impressive for her first time on stage at the Classic... Way to go, CHAS!!!! I will have updates in the gallery coming soon featuring images from the two photo shoots that I did over the weekend. I have a busy year lined up so check back frequently for updates. Make sure you email me with questions for my new FAQ page! Your question could be featured next.

On another front, I've also been accepted in the position of Head Girls Coach for a middle school Track Team. I've been the sprint coach for the past 6 seasons. Now, I have to get my game plan together in order to meet the new challenges of added responsibility. I'll let you know how the season progresses. Our first practice is March 6th. Wish me luck!

Special Thanks

Finally, I want to say THANK YOU to all of my family and friends! For all of you who are so willing to send an encouraging email. For all of the prayers and well wishes I receive. A special thanks to Jay Barton and ASICS shoes and apparel - you've helped me to get through many grueling workouts. Big thanks to Mike Davies for training me and pushing me to give my best efforts every time I'm in the gym. I have to thank my training partner and friend, Chastity Slone, for always bringing the "A" game to the gym - you're the BEST! Last, but not the least, is my self-proclaimed number one fan - my husband, Sam. There is no way that any of this would be possible without your constant LOVE and support!

Health and Fitness to You and Yours,

Latisha