Fitness First New You Achievement Awards 2010

Fitness First Philippines recognized 15 of its members with inspiring stories of fitness in a New You gala night at Teatrino in Greenhills last July 23, 2010.

Their decision to get fit and healthy changed and even saved lives. This also enabled them to be qualified in the final 15 of Fitness First’s New You Achievement Awards 2010.

The awards night theme was “Stars Unleashed” that aimed to recognize the stellar qualities of discipline, determination and perseverance.

Categories

Out of 180 nominees, the 15 finalists represented five categories.

The Health category celebrates the success of members who joined the club to improve their health, such as fitness and even nutrition becoming a part of one’s program in managing diabetes.

The Shape category acknowledges significant transformation with physical weight loss thru regular personal trainings.

The Sport category celebrates members who honed their athletic skills through the clubs’ fitness programs.

The Strength category spotlights members who use the gym to strengthen either their entire body for stamina or a particular body part which required building up.

The Staff category honors Fitness First employees who have also achieved an outstanding fitness goal.

“...with the vision to help change lives through fitness...We are proud and honored to award the people who allowed us to help them transform their lives through our specialized programs,” said Fitness First Country Manager Mark Ellis. “Their success is our success, fueling us to continue our mission of changing lives through fitness. As a premier fitness chain, we recognize the various needs of each member and continue to develop programs that will cater specifically to their needs.”

Winners

The show featured each of the success stories of the 15 finalists while 5 judges selected a winner from each ofthe category with one overall winner that bests uphold the values of a Fitness First ambassador such as improvement in health and lifestyle through fitness.

Carlos Miguel, Angelica Balatbat, Frederick Peralta, and Iliac Diaz

The judges were NYAA 2009 overall winner Angelica Balatbat, Biggest Loser Asia finalist Carlos Miguel, Fitness First National Fitness Manager, Roger Villarimo, philanthropist Iliac Diaz, and fashion designer Frederick Peralta.

Category Winners:

Health - Jocelyn Ompoc

Shape - Ivan Camasura

Sports - Anna Bartolome

Strength - Barbara Kenny

Staff - Francis Angeles

Chosen as the overall winner for the New You Achievement Awards 2010 was Ivan Camasura whose quest in achieving a fitter body and healthier lifestyle began when he realized that he was not of ideal weight.

New You Achievement Awards 2010 Overall Winner Ivan Camasura

“I have been big for as long as I can remember. I used to weigh 355 lbs. and didn’t feel good about myself until one day I looked at myself in the mirror and did not like what I saw. I knew I could look and feel better so I took that first step and joined Fitness First” shared Camsura, “Now I’m proud to say that I’m 179 lbs. Fitness First has since become my partner in improving my health and fitness. I can say that it not only made me look better but also improved my whole outlook in life.” Added Camsura.

Ivan with his Fitness First Trainer

Fitness First Executives

Jonel of Sports Manila w/ Ivan Camasura

The New You Achievement Awards is an inspirational event that highlights people’s shared journey to health and wellness on a pedestal, with Fitness First as a companion together with partners who also support and recognize the disciplined path to fitness.

Fitness First is the world’s largest fitness operator with 545 clubs worldwide and 18 clubs nationwide For inquiries call 848 0000 or visit www.fitnessfirst.com.ph.