The NEW Mr. Olympia

Well, I made it back in one piece - tired and beaten up, but still in one piece. When I headed to Las Vegas to see the Mr. Olympia show, I wasn't quite sure what to expect. I mean there are so many distractions in Sin City, would anyone really be concerned with Muscle Monsters that were promised to show. Well, on this particular occasion, the lure of Vegas life took a back seat to the spectacle of the greatest show on earth - the MR. OLYMPIA.


The Fusion crew started off by hitting the EXPO and so many great companies and celebreties were there. It was amazing to see the progression of the bodybuilding culture. Here are a few pix:


The show floor was rammed!



Jeff Golini - the mind behind Kre-Alkalyn.



Yikes - this comparision blew my mind!



The always effervescent Mai Tran and myself caught smiling - I HATE IT!



Show MC Bob Chicerillo and the Bodybuilding.com ladies



Adrian and Stacy Simons


After our feet were severly maimed, we decided to hit the main event - the stage show itself. When I walked into the Olreans Arena I could feel that bodybuilding is very much alive. People from all over the world packed the place. Chants and boos and claps echoed with every call out. The athletes looked amazing and I think for the most part, people were expecting Ronnie to win again - but there was a buzz all day: "Ronnie isn't on."

Of course we all know the gossip talk starts right away and spread quickly, but upon viewing the conditioning of Ronnie and Jay, I could see what they meant. As Ronnie and Jay remained the final two on stage the words of Bob Chicerillo hushed the crowed:

"The next name that leaves my mouth....will be the Mr. Olympia."

It was so quiet:


"JAY CUTLER....!!!!"

Everyone erupted and everyone looked a little bit in dis-belief for we were all part of history - the night the 8 time Mr. Olympia was beat and a new king emerged. Did Jay deserve it: HELL YA!

Bodybuilding is alive everyone - what an amazing weekend. Oh ya - I won $100 at the tables.


Chris Belanger - VP Sales

Who Loves GYM-GODS?

Nick Zak & Christina...getting cozy :-)


Chris Belanger - VP Sales

Back at it....AGAIN!

After 4 months away from the gym while recovering - FINALLY able to walk again. Back in the gym training my ass off. At this time I have realized lifting is all about quality and not about the quantity. Hell…what quantity, I couldn’t do quantity if I tried. My body feels like it just got hit by a Mack Truck and my recovery time sucks ass…but hells ya - back at it!

Oh ya - off to Vegas this weekend for the Mr. Olympia!!! :-)

Chris Belanger - VP Sales

GREAT Testimonial!

We received this testimonial today:

"Nearly 8 weeks ago I started a stack of Zeus and Purple-K by Fusion Nutrition. I can honestly say this stack has helped me put on 8 lbs and helping break a plateau I been stuck at for nearly 2 months.

Also with this stack I added .half an inch to my arms, one inch to both my quads and chest.

With Purple-K it gave me the extra energy to push out the few last reps. Also increased my bench press, squat and deadlift weight dramatically!

Zeus, an great new product. One of the best test enchancers I ever used without the nasty side effects. No zits or 'roid rage' from this. People said I looked alot fuller in the arms and chest. Here's a pic of my results - I can't wait to try another stack!" - Kurt Kuhn



Great job Kurt - keep it up!


Chris Belanger - VP Sales

Enough Said

Fusion athlete Paul Lazenby has been working in the film biz for a long time and is highly regarded. You may have seen him in the 'Butterfly Effect' as the bleached out cell mate of Ashton's. Well, Paul's a cool dude, so cool in fact he's been working with video monsters EA on a new Def Jam Wrestling 3 game. This pic pretty much says it all.




After this session he played The Incredible Hulk. Like I said, the dude is cool!

Chris Belanger - VP Sales

Aussie Rules!!!

It's always cool to recieve pix from customers and people who use our products. One of the coolest pix I've received was not of a jacked bodybuilder but rather of this sign from half way around the world. It would appear the world of ZEUS is spreading.




ASN (Australian Sports Nutrition) is top down-under and one of the finest groups of people I have the pleasure of working with. Check 'em out: www.AustralianSportsNutrition.com


Chris Belanger - VP Sales

New ZEUS Poster

I was pretty stoked to see the new ZEUS poster our Art Department came up with and I wanted to share it with you. What do you think?





Chris Belanger - VP Sales

My week - A VISUAL

I'm sure you've all had weeks that seem like the work load will grind us into a pulp. Well - here's a visual of what my weeks been like so far:



Damn - I need to hit the gym!!!

Chris Belanger - VP Sales

Purple-K goes HOLLYWOOD-North

We were totally stoked when we got word that people in the Hollywood-North stunt community were using Purple-K. This elite group needs to perform at their peek everyday or they are dead. One such man is Rob Hayter - cool name!

Here's what he has to say:


WICKED! www.KingofCreatine.com

Chris Belanger - VP Sales

Nick Zak - Tri-Attack

Alright crew - Nick Zakotiria is from Yonkers, NY. At the age of 23 he brings his bad ass ways to the gym everyday. Watchout for him - we can all learn from this guy. Here's his tricep routine - try it out:

Triceps - MAXIMUM GROWTH ROUTINE! MY ROUTINE!



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*2 sets warm up with 25 reps - cable pushdown

1. Close Grip Bench - 3 working sets, 6-8 reps
2. Scull Crushers - 3 working sets, 8-10 reps
3. Kickbacks (dumbells) - 3 working sets, 10-12 reps
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T H A T S - A - W R A P - N O W - G O - E A T !

Chris Belanger - VP Sales

T2 - Still Kicking Ass

I'd like to share a letter we recieved on the Fusion Myspace account. T2 has been on the market for a long time and I'm still amazed at the response it gets.


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Date: Aug 8, 2006 9:10 PM Flag spam/abuse [ ? ]
Subject T2 IS AMAZING.
Body: hey there.

i just wanted to write and tell you about what an amazing product T2 is. I'm seeing amazing results and it's really keeping me motivated and into working out and keeping fit. I don't have a physique like the ones one this profile, yet...but I know with diligence I'll get there. Thanks for your amazing product!

Sincerely,
Adam H

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VERY COOL! Check it: www.TerminateTheFat.com

Chris Belanger - VP Sales

Lana's Egg Whites - THE BEST!!!!

Fusion takes pride in knowing what's going on in the Bodybuilding Culture. One person we've known about for some time is the effervescent Lana Battagello. She's a sexy rock solid gal with brains to boot - a friend to the elite of bodybuilding and a great business woman. Lana's Egg Whites are one of her creations and is used by the likes of Jay Cutler, Monica Brant, Mark Dugdale and Elaine Goodlad - AWESOME! Take a look at what bodybuildings best are saying: CLICK HERE.



(Lana & Jay Cutler)

Egg Whites are an excellent source of biologically valued protein because they provide the only protein which is instantly absorbed by your body. Other high protein foods like: beef, fish, chicken, and turkey must first be broken down by your body before the proteins can be absorbed. Even then, not everyone can metabolize meat protein properly. The same goes for protein powders and other meal replacements. It should also be noted that egg whites have no fat, and no cholesterol.

You know you need a broad spectrum amino acid protein to grow - so next time, give Lana's Egg Whites a shot. Visit her site and place your order: www.LanasEggWhites.com

Chris Belanger - VP Sales

Big Norm

Here's a video clip of Myspace favorite Big Norm. This dude is a spiritual man who has excelled in Bodybuilding and still keeps balance in his life. His work ethic and dedication is unmatched - we can all learn from him.


Get this video and more at MySpace.com

Chris Belanger - VP Sales

JACKED Beyond Belief!!!

Do you want to be JACKED and LEAN throughout the summer? You can make it happen with this perfect stack:

JACKED-STACK

Training Days: Take two (2) capsules of T2 15 minutes before breakfast. Take four (4) capsules of ZEUS with a pre-workout meal 60 minutes before training. Take two (2) capsules of Purple-K and two (2) capsules of T2 15 – 30 minutes before training. Post-workout take two (2) capsules of Purple-K.

Non-Training Days: Take two (2) capsules of Purple-K in the morning upon rising. Take two (2) capsules of T2 15 minutes before breakfast. Take two (2) capsules of ZEUS with breakfast. Take two (2) capsules of T2 15 minutes before a mid afternoon meal. Take two (2) capsules of ZEUS with an evening meal.





Make sure that you drink plenty of water when you are on this stack. With the heat from the T2 and the increase in your testosterone levels, you are going to need to cool things down!!!



Chris Belanger – VP Sales

The Birth of ZEUS

It has been a chaotic past few months with the development of ZEUS, however we were able to get it launched and in the marketplace on schedule. I would like to give a shout out and a thank you to our retailers and distributors who have given us this opportunity. Most importantly, the Bodybuilding Culture, you guys are the one who make it happen…thank you.

We’re not done yet. Fusion Nutrition has been in the development stage of its next big discovery and this product is going to fire your muscles to the moon. Hell ya!!!

Chris Belanger – VP Sales

Distribution Opportunities

We are currently seeking a distributor in the United States, Europe, Asia, and Central / South America for the movement of high quality supplements developed for the bodybuilding culture by Fusion Nutrition Inc.

Fusion Nutrition Inc. has been feeding the bodybuilding culture for over 10 years and is ready to expand globally. Our highly regarded and effective bodybuilding supplements are well marketed on the Internet and through the use of POS material.
Fusion Nutrition Inc. will supply the web presence for your company, brochures, and samples.

If you are an individual who has a strong sales background along with a positive attitude, and you want to expand into the supplement industry with one of the most well branded companies around, contact us HERE.

Whether you are a distributor or looking to start your own distribution company, the financial rewards are great with Fusion Nutrition Inc.



Chris Belanger – VP Sales

JamCore Training - HELL YA!

Hey, you have to check out what Bodybuilding great, Jamo Nezzar is up to - click on his video below:


Get this video and more at MySpace.com

His company is revolutionizing how people get in shape. Visit JamCoreTraining.com it's a bad ass site!


Adrian Burke - cuz Chris is on holidays

The Myth is Reality

The training arsenal that is going to let you lift like never before is almost here – ZEUS. If you want to lift like a Gym-God you had better have your ZEUS.





This test booster will build the mountains of muscle that you are striving for. ZEUS is a non-proprietary blend product giving scientifically proven ingredients in effective amounts that have been shown to increase the ability to produce testosterone.
Coming very soon – ZEUS – Be a Gym God.

Chris Belanger - VP Sales

The NEXT Monica Brant

Little Maia-Sofia enjoying the first issue of REPS! Magazine.
REPS! “The Science Of Body Shaping” is the newest edition to Robert Kennedy’s lineup of great bodybuilding magazines. Check it out!



Chris Belanger – VP Sales

Gym Warriors

Just a little shout out to Paul Desimone who has come on board with Fusion Nutrition Inc. and the Bodybuilding Culture.





Paul at the age of 26 has been pumping iron for 12 years. He is a Personal Trainer and the owner of Gym Warriors in Peabody, Massachusetts. If you want to get in contact with Paul for Personal Training or need to pick up some Purple-K and T2, he can be emailed at xxtralargemuscle@aol.com. This guy knows his stuff so check him out.


Chris Belanger – VP Sales

Insane Energy!

Thanks to the Bodybuilding Culture, the month of May was a great month for launching new products and the development of future projects.
Our partners from down under in Australia have jumped on board with the Insane Energy supplement – FUBAR. You can visit them online at: www.AustralianSportsNutrition.com.au.
If you are looking to increase your workout intensity and you don’t feel like mixing up one of those repulsive tasting drink mixes that are going to blow out your ass. Just drop 2 of the orange capsules found in a bottle of FUBAR 30 minutes before training and have that euphoric blast of energy take you to a new level of pushing iron.
For more info on FUBAR – please visit: www.InsaneEnergy.com

TRAIN INSANE!

Chris Belanger – VP Sales

Be A Gym God

The time is near and in the next 4 – 6 weeks Fusion Nutrition Inc. will be launching the most scientifically proven formulation to hit the market in decades - ZEUS.



ZEUS is the testosterone booster that will send your muscle growth to god-like levels. By increasing your testosterone you will be able to increase your muscle density and hardness. ZEUS will explode your muscle growth in every direction and soon you will be able to blast away through the iron, plate after plate.

If you go to the gym and you are looking to be a god, ZEUS is a must for you. Big, Strong, and Confident is the way you will be as you enter the gym – ready to build muscle, ready to do battle, ready to bring war. Get ZEUS. Be a Gym God. Leave the shattered remains of the gym behind you.

Train like a God – ZEUS

Chris Belanger – VP Sales

I'm not as much of a wuss as I sound...

The warm weather is upon us and you are ready show off your hard earned body. During the summer months it is usually harder to sit down and relax to fresh and wholesome foods. This is a reminder during the next 3 to 4 months of hot weather to drink plenty of water to prevent any kind of dehydration. Along with this reminder, The Canadian Food Guide for Active Living recommends that we consume 5 – 12 servings of grain and cereal, 5 – 10 servings of fruits and vegetables, 2 – 4 servings of dairy, and get at least 2 – 3 servings of meat and / or alternative protein sources. This is only a guideline for proper dietary habits and each individual may have their own goals that they are trying to achieve.

Whatever the case may be, be sure to stay well hydrated and consume plenty of fresh foods. If you are doing a lot of outdoor activities, prepare food the night before this way you will not be stuck doing the high calorie fast foods the following day.
Do not stress too much about enjoying your favorite alcoholic beverage but do it in moderation and drink a full glass of water in between your drinks.

If you are like myself, being in the gym during the summer months can be a drag especially when you only get about 4 serious months of summer. Find yourself an outdoor activity, which will help you maintain your shape and even add a little more definition to your physique. Enjoy the weather and I'm not as much of a wuss as this Blog post sounded.

Chris Belanger – VP Sales

SNAP,CRACKLE, POP

That’s right…SNAP, CRACKLE, POP is the sound of my fibula, ankle and the dislocation of my left foot. This happened to me Wednesday evening on the soccer pitch. I externally rotated my foot almost 100 degrees – NOT GOOD. I have no problem saying that I was a grown man screaming like a little girl. Sure the pain was crazy but I think the biggest issue was knowing what I had just done. I live an active healthy lifestyle, which I am quite proud of and now I am going to have to make huge adjustments for family, work and recreational activities. I have to realize that this only a temporary set back and that determination will get be back on track.
If you have had any injuries of your own, let me know about them and how you got through the tough times.





This is how I see it: Bones heal - chicks dig scars - glory is forever!

Chris Belanger – VP Sales

L-Arginine: Class 101

There has been a little debate going on north of the border with Health Canada over the safety of the amino acid L-arginine. Health Canada

What is L-Arginine?

L-Arginine is a protein amino acid that is present in all life forms on the earth. It is an essential amino acid that is needed for normal body function and healing. It is especially essential for young children and possibly older people, as it stimulates the production of growth hormone.
Normally our bodies produce enough L-Arginine for normal body function, but certain injuries or conditions can cause you to not produce enough L-Arginine for your body to work or heal properly.
Some foods that naturally have this amino acid in them are poultry, pork, dairy products, seafood, nuts, chickpeas, soy beans, and chocolate.
The benefits of L-Arginine can also be gained from supplements made from plant and animal proteins.

The History of L-Arginine

L-Arginine was isolated in 1886 by researchers. In 1932 it was found to be necessary for the production of urea, which helps to remove the toxic ammonia from our bodies. In 1939 it was found to be necessary for the production of creatine, which is used by bodybuilders or athletes to increase strength and body mass.

More Benefits of L-Arginine

Some studies indicate that L-Arginine shows some promise in the treatment of cardiovascular disease, by reducing blood pressure and lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol.
Another of the benefits of L-Arginine is how it also helps in impotence and fertility problems in men. The studies are still ongoing on L-Arginine, but it shows great promise in these areas. It can also boost your immunity therefore keeping you healthy and well. It also accelerates wound healing, which is greatly needed in the case of major burns or injuries.

What are the Side Effects?

L-Arginine should not be taken by pregnant or nursing women as it stimulates growth hormone in young children. If you have herpes, then is not recommended that you take L-Arginine as it can stimulate the herpes infection. If you are taking medication for high blood pressure, impotence, migraines, or any other problem, or if you have a history of kidney or liver disease, you need to check with a doctor before taking L-Arginine.


My Final Thoughts:

L-Arginine on its own or combined with other ingredients is great to be added into your supplement program. As a guideline for bodybuilding, I will suggest to stay within the recommended dosage that is on the bottle. Since L-Arginine is a vaso-dilator I will suggest that you cycle off at 8 weeks and take at least 4 weeks off.

As for Health Canada, I do respect their authority but it is also up to the consumer to not be so ignorant. To the users of supplements who are trying to excel, make sure that you know what you are taking, this will reduce any unwanted side effects. If the bottle says do not use if….., then do not use. Very simple.

Chris Belanger – VP Sales

Too much information?

Do you ever open up the latest issue of your favorite Bodybuilding Magazine and get stunned with way too much information? I am talking about 2 – 4 page ads on the newest product. By the time you get to the end of the ad, you do not even know what the hell you were reading.

How much do you really care about the science of the product? Wouldn’t the main things that you actually care about be; how could this product benefit me, safety issues, and will this product deliver results. I don’t mind a couple of references to be noted, but do not give me a song and dance. This is only my personal opinion and if I am interested in this product and I want to learn more, I will do my own research.

I am not a scientist here, but I am aware of what I am talking about and if I don’t, I will do research to find unbiased information.

All I am getting at here is to some of you supplement companies, keep it real and cut the bullshit.

Chris Belanger – VP Sales

Back At IT!

Well after almost 8 weeks of not training and losing about 13 pounds I finally made it back to the gym. This well taken time off was all due to blowing out my right elbow with a huge increase in weight and the pulling of my hamstring on the soccer pitch. *Note: Apparently people who pull their hamstrings repeatedly have overdeveloped quadriceps.

During my last bit of training I was heading to the gym in the morning before making it to the office. This was good, the testosterone levels are peaking and I was ready to battle in the gym. I had put on 20 pounds in 2 months. Clean. No shit, I really did. Now, my 5 ½ month old daughter needs her feeding a couple of times a night and this leaves me burned to make it in the morning. She is a beautiful girl though, just like her mother.

I started back last night and damn, this was a great training session. This summer I will only be training 2 – 3 times per week with a full body resistance, training program focusing on compound movement with 2 sets / 10 – 12 reps or failure. Along with this I will be making sure that I get 25 – 35 minutes of cardio with good 80% intensity followed by quality stretching. I hate cardio but it has to be done…for everybody. The other 3 – 4 times per week I spend on the soccer pitch. I do play competitive soccer till September so I do need to be in top, notch shape. Part of this training requires plyometrics and core training. These training programs are especially key for athletes wanting to excel in their specific sport.




For more powerful information that will take you to a new level, check out the Muscle Guru – Matthew Cragg. This guy will take your body to new heights whether you want to lose weight or gain weight, rehab work or just make you feel better about yourself. He will deliver results, check him out.

Well, its time for me to get me to back to work and remember consistency is key.


Chris – VP Sales

Relationships

There is something to be said about the work that I do. Building relationships. Fusion Nutrition develops promising brands to the Bodybuilding Culture, which you can identify with. But my job is to develop lasting relationships with retailers and the end users. I will never sell someone. Who wants to be sold? I sure and the hell don’t. I will give you an educated answer to your question that will help you with your buying decision.

There is a great online company that we work with in the US called Bodybuilding.com. If you have not heard of them, you had better put down the weights and check them out because dude, where have you been? Anybody can sell cheap supplements, but these guys have built a strong relationship with their customers by offering tons of information and massive selection of supplements. Not to mention they carry such brands as T2, Purple-K, and FUBAR. All developed by Fusion Nutrition.

The point to this is: None of us like to be sold, but we all love to buy. Make informed decisions.

Chris – VP Sales


“Accept the challenges, so that you may feel the exhilaration of victory”
-Anonymous

Good News - Bad News

Good morning Bodybuilding Culture. Depending on where you are located on this place called earth, isn’t it great waking up and not freezing your ass off?! I love it. The warm weather is upon us and soon that hard work in the gym over the winter is going to pay off. Everybody will be checking you out or maybe checking out your girl. Hell, it’s all good. Enjoy the respect you will get from all your hard work.

Well, it was a great month for business and the culture is growing. There has been good progress on the development with the new Test Booster – ZEUS and we are all stoked on the release of this hardcore product. I will keep you posted on the launch.



On the lighter side of things, we are sad to say that Fouad is gone. No, not dead. Fouad is doing very well but the dude needs more. Fouad has been a great part of this company for some time but it is time for him to move on. We at Fusion Nutrition wish him the best with his journey to the top and we will continue to support him morally. Fouad has the potential to be the best and you could see more pictures and information by logging on to: http://www.fusionnutrition.com/Fusion-Nutrition/links.htm and click on Fouad Abiad under the athletes and models links.
All the best Fouad.

Chris Belanger – VP Sales