Recapping Alli McKee’s Figure Competition – The Met-Rx NPC Maryland State East Coast Classic

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As many of you know, I’m lucky enough to call elite trainer, fitness writer and Figure Competitor -Alli McKee, my girlfriend. I’m also blessed to be her Trainer.

The Happy Couple!

. This past weekend was the culmination of all Alli’s hard training, strict dieting and unwavering dedication to her physique. She competed against some of the finest physiques the east coast has to offer in the Met-Rx NPC Maryland State East Coast Classic. . Alli competed in two categories: The Maryland and the East Coast Qualifier. On stage, Alli looked absolutely amazing! She nailed her posing routine, stayed calm on stage, made great eye contact with the judges and really stood out to the crowd! . With Alli, I’m always a proud boyfriend. But, let me tell you how amazing it make you feel as a trainer and boyfriend, when you hear strangers in the crowd  saying things like “Wow, #18 (Alli’s #) looks incredible!” and “That girl has a great body, she’s going to win” and “Man, what a great back she has”. I only wished Alli could have been in the audience to hear all these comments. But, she was busy on stage kickin ass!

Alli on Stage

. When it was all said and done, Alli took home a trophy in both the events she competed in. .

Alli placed 2nd in the East Coast and 3rd in Maryland. With these top placings, Alli qualified to compete at nationals!

Alli and her two Trophys backstage

. Alli was able to accomplish this while training around two herniated discs. That’s the magic of hard work, dedication and smart workouts using Joint Friendly Strength Training! .

Here’s a Picture Recap of our Experience at the NPC Maryland East Coast Classic

. Registration - The day before the showAli getting her height measured. She was placed in the short category - Figure A

Competitors Registration before PreJudging - After registering, Alli went backstage to get her make-up done.

Working on her Front Pose with Alli's posing Coach, Gretchen Crass before PreJudging.

Side Pose – Gretchen showed Alli a cool trick to make her shoulders really “Pop”!
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Back Pose – Check out that Back baby!

One last adjustment before going on stage for PreJudging.

Alli's amazing back really wowed the crowd!

Alli and other competitors standing on the side while the other girls do their stage walk

The Judges place the competitors in different positions to get an accurate comparison

Alli and her fan club chilling between the prejudging and the night show!

Alli and I with Alli's parents, Rose and Bob McKee. Nice shirt Mom!We added a little customization to my backstage coaches pass.

Our training team - Me (the brains), Alli (the beauty) and Mark "Simonetti" Simon (the brawn).

Some R&R in the lobby before the night show.

View of the stage just before the night show began.

A little touch up on the tan before the night showSome posing practice before going out on stageSome light shoulder pump up work before being called on stage.

Ali on stage showing her stuff at the night show!

Alli returns with not one, but TWO Trophies!

Alli and Gretchen celebrating!I got the best trophy of all!
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So there you have it – My recap of Alli’s Figure competition. You got the next best thing to being there with us!
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Please head over to Alli’s website and congratulate her on all her hard work, dedication and success!

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You can also congratulate me because I got to take home the BEST trophy that night :-) .

Love You Alli – You made me the proudest man in the building – You always do!!!

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15 Responses to Recapping Alli McKee’s Figure Competition – The Met-Rx NPC Maryland State East Coast Classic

  1. Gawon says:
    August 23, 2010 at 12:54 pm

    She looks great CONGRADS brother to the both of you!

  2. Jose S. says:
    August 23, 2010 at 1:13 pm

    Hey Coach N,

    Nice words. Congratulations to both of you!! She looked amazing and you did a great job. Hard work always pays off.
    Have a nice week!
    Jose

  3. mlo says:
    August 23, 2010 at 1:30 pm

    Congrats Alli!

    You looked great! Perhaps you should also consider competing in a natural organization as well. The OCB is great and so is there pro division the IFPA. You’ll find that in natural divisions the people are far less catty are far more helpful.

    keep up the great work! And good job with your guidance Nick!

    My best to ya!
    Marlo

  4. Danny McLarty says:
    August 23, 2010 at 3:43 pm

    Nice recap Nick. Great work Ali – the hard work and DISCIPLINE really showed!

  5. Alli says:
    August 23, 2010 at 4:28 pm

    Thank you SO much Nick. You couldn’t have written a sweeter recap. You were an incredible partner in this from a suportive boyfriend to a phenominal strength coach who kept me safe and progressing every week. We’re both lucky :) I love you too and love sharing all of this with you!!

  6. James Kerrison says:
    August 23, 2010 at 7:21 pm

    Well done guys!

  7. gene says:
    August 24, 2010 at 1:30 am

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7UwoPT_Xd4
    After thinking and thinking how best to sing your praises, this popped into my head. It’s a perfect song for you and Nick and just what I think of you guys. Thanks for all you do. and BTW. You’re the TOP, Alli ! Best Regards as always, gene (I suspect it’s not a live link but you could drop it into Youtube. These guys suit you beautifully. :)

  8. BruceMcc says:
    August 24, 2010 at 7:56 am

    Allie, Nick
    Congratulations! I was there on Saturday night and saw the whole thing. Anyone that is not involved in the sport can not possibly imagine the complete dedication that it takes to compete at this level. Keep up the great work.
    BruceMcc

    PS.. I was there with David Johnston who won both the Maryland State and East Coast Super Heavyweight divisions. http://DavidJohnstonTraining.com

  9. Jim says:
    August 24, 2010 at 10:11 am

    Congratulations Alli. I’ve seen your video workouts so I know you’re a tough girl, but to be disciplined to eat the way you need to to enter a contest takes a special kind of toughness. Also, I feel it takes a special kind of patients for both of you to have your boyfriend train you :)

  10. nancy a says:
    August 24, 2010 at 12:21 pm

    Marlo, Alli has competed in the OCB and done quite well…I think she is an IFPA girl in the making! She has a lovely physique, great stage presence, AND she is as sweet and humble as pie. (Gosh knows our sport needs more girls like her!) I, for one, cannot wait to watch her progress and keep kickin’ NATURAL butt! :-) Go, Alli and Nick! Such a pleasure to meet both of you!

  11. Luka Hocevar says:
    August 25, 2010 at 1:37 am

    Congratulations to both of you!

    Luka

  12. Debra Rubino says:
    August 27, 2010 at 10:30 am

    FABULOUS! What an amazing accomplishment for you and Alli! And thing that’s even better was her upbeat attitude throughout. She looks wonderful! Yippee!

  13. Sand Sock Girl says:
    September 8, 2010 at 3:49 am

    Congratulations for winning 2 trophies, you look awesome!!!

  14. Alli says:
    September 9, 2010 at 7:05 pm

    Thank you everyone for following along with the training and for taking a moment to send your positive feedback. Training in general and the Figure Shows are something I LOVE to share with Nick. I was also fortunate to have the game planning and support from a phenomenal nutritionist this time around. It really helps when you set up a great support network and incredible brain power. All I have to do is follow along diligently ;-) It is an honor to read all of your posts.

    Thanks again, Alli McKee

  15. The Recap | Alli McKee Fit to Figure says:
    September 21, 2010 at 12:28 pm

    [...] IT’S SHOW TIME Stage day arrived and as always, it had all come together. Nick was the very best helper / boyfriend / coach that I could ask for. He was present for everything from spray tans on Thursday, registration and more spray tans on Friday and all the excitement of the show on Saturday. You can check out Nick’s blog for his personal recap and perspective of the show here at NickTumminello.com  [...]