Summer Montabone, CSCS

CONGRATS AKRON RUNNERS!

2009-09-28T15:22:00.003-04:00

Congrats to everyone who ran in the Akron Marathon, 1/2, or relays!

Did you know:
Researchers have indicated High Intensity Interval Training can be beneficial to Marathon Training.
Marathon Athletes that supplemented with Glutamine saw a greater improvement in recovery after their race and less illness, that those who did not.

Train Smart!
Summer Montabone, CSCS

NPC Natural Ohio Results

2009-04-12T19:37:00.002-04:00

Saturday April 4th : Lakewood, OH
NPC NATURAL OHIO BIKINI, FIGURE, & BODYBUILDING CHAMPIONSHIPS
183 competitors took the stage to battle it out!!

CONGRATS TO EVERYONE! YOU ALL LOOKED GREAT!
Tanya McCort- OVERALL NATURAL OHIO BIKINI CHAMPION
Faith Phillabaum- 1st Place Masters over 40 Figure & 1st place Figure Tall
Shelley Trace- 5th place Figure Short
Amy Palmer- 3rd place Masters Bodybuilding & 3rd place Open
Donnie Palmer- 4th place Mens Masters over 40 Bodybuilding
Jim Harder- 3rd place Men's Middleweight Bodybuilding
Eric " Gus" Agosti-4th place Men's Heavyweight Bodybuilding
Also congrats to:Kathy Agosti,Lauren Gandee, Ruth Miller, Becky Bisesi, & Vince Bishop

THANKS TO ALL THE SF24/7 MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE!!
Thanks to Ben Hartman- SF24/7 Men's Bodybuilding Coach
Pictures on be viewed at:www.musculardevelopment.com http://www.musculardevelopment.com/browse/index.php?mode=contest&eventcode=1311
CONGRATS!!!

Want to compete? Summer is now accepting applicants for Fall Competition Team. Limited Space available.
Contact info@summersfitness.com

Figure, Fitness, & Bodybuilding Posing Clinc

2008-10-12T14:43:00.002-04:00

Interested in competing in Fitness, Figure or Bodybuilding?

For Ladies interested in competing and planning to compete this Spring in:
- Figure - Fitness - New: Bikini - Bodybuilding

Summer's Fitness 24/7 will be holding a Posing & Informational Clinic:

Saturday October 25th @ 12:15- 2pm

Clinic will cover:

- Posing: Mandatory & Relaxed Shots

- What the judges are looking for?
- Basics for Competition: Prep
- Individual, Private Assessment
- Q&A

COST:
$30 for SF24/7 Members
$40 for Non-Members

Also includes: ON & ABB supplement samples & resource list/handouts

Fitness, Figure, & Bodybuilding for Women Presented by:

IFBB Fitness Pro Summer Montabone, CSCS
Three-Time NPC Overall Figure & Fitness Champion Lauren Krysa
Upper Ohio Valley Overall Figure Champion Kathy Agosti

BODYBUILDING for Men & Women presented by:

Exercise Physiologist & Natural Bodybuilder Ben Hartman

TO REGISTER: Contact summer@summersfitness.com or Call 330.497.2474
Summer’s Fitness 24/7- 8050 Frank Ave. NW, North Canton, OH 44720- 330.497.2474

Congrats!

2008-09-28T18:44:00.000-04:00

CONGRATS goes out to Lauren Krysa!
Overall Ohio State Fitness Champion & 1st Runner Up Ohio State Figure Short!

Need Posing & Presentation help for your upcoming Fitness or Figure Competition?
Contact summer@summersfitness.com
Let IFBB Pro Summer Montabone help you!
- Posing & Presentation
- Suit Selection
- Color Application
- Contest Training & Prep

Summer has help her students earn a total of 11 Overall Fitness, Figure & Bodybuilding Titles!

Achieve Your Personal Best!

2008-06-22T17:15:00.000-04:00

Amy converted her body to a lean mean fat fighting machine!

Don't live in Ohio? No Problem!

You can download Summer's workouts @ http://www.mybodybeats.com/trainers/summer

or contact Summer to sign up for our Fitness & Nutrition Coaching Program!

summer@summersfitness.com

You too can Achieve Your Personal Best!

TRANSFORMATION: AMY

2008-04-24T15:30:00.003-04:00

HARD WORK PAYS OFF!!!!

AMY HAS LOST 45 pounds!!!
WAY TO GO AMY!!

SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR:)

Saturday April 19th- Events

2008-04-13T15:11:00.001-04:00

Saturday April 19th
10:00am- NOON
Optimum Nutrition & ABB Athlete
Ben "the brainy bodybuilder" Hartman will be on hand to answer your supplement & nutrition questions.
FREE samples from ON & ABB.

*Bodybuilder, Figure & Fitness athletes...contact summer@summersfitness.com for posing class information.

APRIL UPDATES

2008-04-13T14:13:00.000-04:00

APRIL is here! Get ready for shorts & tank tops!

Check out our Classes:
BOOTCAMP: Mondays & Wednesdays @ 7:00PM, Saturdays @ 11:00am
COMBAT FITNESS: Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 5:15PM
ZUMBA FITNESS: Thursdays @ 7:30PM, Sundays @ 9:30am
Speed & Agility for Athletes: Spring Session- April 15th, Summer Session June 10th
Summertime Strength for KIDS! begins June 9th

CONGRATS to our ATHLETES!!!
http://www.musculardevelopment.com/browse/index.php?mode=contest&eventcode=1230
Kathy Agositi, Stacy Busto, Amy Palmer, & Faith Phillabaum
Also Congrats to Lori Sowers

FEBRUARY 2008 EVENTS

2008-02-10T20:39:00.000-05:00

EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS & EVENTS TO INSPIRE YOU!

JOIN US & Ben "the Brainy Bodybuilder" Hartman
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH 10:30am-Noon
Summer's Fitness 24/7 - 8050 Frank Ave. NW- North Canton , OH 44720

10:30am-Noon
NUTRITION & SUPPLEMENT Q&A with Ben "the Brainy Bodybuilder"
Ben "the brainy bodybuilder" is an exercise physiologist, Akron U Fitness Director, ON & ABB Sets & Reps Athlete, and certified personal trainer.
FREE ON & ABB Product samples will be available. GUILT FREE CHOCOLATE TREATS!!
http://www.optimumnutrition.com/ http://www.americanbodybuilding.com/news.php?article=143

11:00am- Bootcamp- Check it out!

12:15 Fitness & Figure Posing- Figure, Fitness, & Bodybuilding Athletes Only Please
with 2 time Overall NPC Figure Champion Lauren Krysa & IFBB Pro Summer Montabone
Bodybuilding Posing
with Ben Hartman
Contact summer@summersfitness.com to sign up for this session.

FEB 16th- Grey's Armory- See Bootcamper Terry Smith in action !
For more info visit http://www.naafs.tv/news/cf4.htm

LOOK YOUR BEST, FEEL YOUR BEST, ACHIEVE YOUR BEST!!!
** COMBAT FITNESS- NEW TIME ****Tuesdays & Thursday @ 5:15PM- 6:15PM
Fun for all!! Beginners welcome...... Try it out, You might like it!
Pick up our class schedule for Bootcamp, COMBAT FITNESS, & Zumba Fitness!!!!

FREE ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS
Sunday February 24th 9:30am- 10:30 am
presented by http://www.dancewith8count.com/
HAVE FUN, BURN FAT, & GET FIT!

GETTING STARTED: I'm here, now what do I do?
Sunday February 24th 10:30am-11:30am
Seminar will cover Proper Order of Exercise, Aerobic & Weight Training Guidelines, 12 week Fitness Plan, and Equipment Orientation.
FREE for SF24/7 Members, Guests welcome $7
contact chris@summersfitness.com to sign up

SIGN UP NOW!

2007-11-25T12:50:00.000-05:00

FITNESS CENTER GRAND OPENNING

2007-11-25T12:35:00.000-05:00

Summer's Fitness 24/7
8050 Frank Ave. NW
(located in the Scheetz Bldg. Complex inbtwn Shuffel St. & Applegrove- Right off 77!)
330.497.2474

GRAND OPENNING
Friday December 7th: 9am-7pm
Saturday December 8th: 10am- 4pm
Sunday December 9th: 10am- 2pm
All weekend long :
* Samples & Gifts from: Optimum Nutrition & ABB
* SIGN UP for Memberships & January Classes
* Samples, Raffles, Gifts, & Prizes from Local Businesses
* Meet the Areas TOP Fitness Professionals

SIGN UP NOW to Achieve YOUR Personal Best!
Summer's Fitness 24/7 MEMBERSHIP FEATURES:
- 24 HOUR KEY ACCESS for Members
- Precor, LifeFitness, & Stairmaster CARDIO Equipment
- Free Weights, Machines, & Rubberized Dumbbells
- One of a Kind HPL Resistance Band Studio with Padded Exercise Floor
- FREE SEMINARS Discounted Specialty Classes: Bootcamp, EXPLOSIVE SPEED & AGILITY for Athletes, Combat Fitness, Fat Blasting Fitness Frenzy, & KICK, JAB, & PUNCH!

2007-09-23T20:47:00.000-04:00

Summer's Fitness Inc. NEW LOCATION
We are pleased to announce Summer's Fitness Inc. NEW and permanent location for ALL activities effective Monday, September 24th, 2007.
The facility is currently open for scheduled Training Appointments and Bootcamp Classes, but will be open as a full fitness facility in November or December.

Coming soon: Summer's Fitness 24/7
8050 Frank Ave. NW
Located in the Scheetz Building Complex

BOOTCAMP:
Wednesdays @ 7:00PM, Thursdays @ 6:30PM & Saturdays @ 11:00am
ALL classes @ 8050 Frank Ave. NW, North Canton, OH 44720

CHECK IT OUT
-I was walking through Sam's Club in North Canton today and came across the new AB LOUNGE ULTRA....Nathan Burke and I did a photo shoot for the product label and they used the photos!
-I have been also asked to shoot the AB LOUNGE National TV advertisement as well..stay tuned this winter.
-You can find my article titled Weight Training is Important for Runners, in the Form & Function section of the September issue of "Ohio Sports & Fitness Magazine".
- Copies are on the way of the new Optimum Lifestyle Fall/Winter 2007 magazine with several photographs.
-Also coming soon, ABB Hardline contains an article I wrote featuring MMA Instigator Fight Team and athlete Brian Rogers, as well as several photos.
-I will be traveling to Las Vegas for the Olympia the end of this month with Optimum Nutrition & American Bodybuilding...Stop by in October to receive a Complimentary ON signing Card and the ON & ABB magazines.

COMPETITION CORNER:
Fitness & Figure
-Congrats to Leigh Sporer!! In her first 2 Figure competitions Leigh placed 2nd at the Erie Championships and 4th at the Ohio.
-Look for Leigh, Lauren K, Faith, and Barb on stage October 6th at the Natural Northern in Lakewood, OH. This is an awesome show if you get a chance to come support the ladies!
For more info on the show contact Dave Liberman at 440-942-5634, daveliberm@aol.com or Todd Pember at 440-984-2762.

Soccer
-John Safar has been busy traveling the country as a National Professional Soccer Referee and was invited to the Pro Camp this winter.

MMA
- Brian Rogers has been chosen to be a part of a BET "Iron Ring" TV series, a mixed martial arts challenge hosted & coached by hip hop celebrities.....Stay tuned for more info.

Running
- Both Jonathan DeWitt and Beth Ann DeWitt have been excelling at their runs this cross country season.
-THANK YOU to all who supported the BOOTCAMP August 4th for Susan Stevenhagen & Team in Training. We raised $487!! Susan has been adding lots of miles in preparation for the Columbus Marathon late October. THANKS AGAIN!

Congrats to all the Summer's Fitness Students who have been meeting their goals this summer. Several students have made great strides towards a more healthy lifestyle. KEEP IT UP!

BOOTCAMP & FITNESS HAPPY HOUR

2007-07-26T21:53:00.000-04:00

BOOTCAMP SCHEDULE:
This is the Bootcamp schedule for the rest of the summer/until further notice.

Wednesdays @ 7:00 PM- Green Track* off Steese Rd. behind Green Intermediate

THURSDAYS @ 6:30 PM- American Pro Cheer http://www.neoallstars.com/ 7580 Whipple Rd, North Canton

Saturdays @ 11:00AM- Green Track*

*weather permitting, please bring water, & towel

BOOTCAMP- FUNDRAISER
Saturday August 4th- 11:00AM
Green Track- Steese Rd.
All proceeds* will benefit/support, my sister, Susan Stevenhagen and the Team In Training. Susan will be running the Columbus Marathon (26.2 miles), in memory of our mother, to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Foundation. To learn more or to make a seperate donation visit : http://www.active.com/donate/tntcoh/tntcohSSteven

NOTE: Optimum Nutrition & ABB are providing all participants (Sat August 4th) FREE product samples, as a part of this fundraiser.
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE...COME SUPPORT AN IMPORTANT CAUSE!!!!!!

*If you have a bootcamp card, please consider a cash donation (instead of your card) for this event. Donation will be listed as "Summer's Fitness Saturday Bootcamp".

GOOD LUCK

2007-03-29T12:22:00.000-04:00

Good Luck to Brian Rogers who will be competing in his 3rd Mixed Martial Arts fight Saturday March 31. You've trained hard....so get the job done!

Kathy Agosti will be competing in her first Figure competition at the Natural Ohio the 31st as well. You look great Kathy!

Good luck at the Natural Ohio also goes out to: Stacy Busto, Nicole & Barb

MARCH EVENTS

2007-02-23T19:43:00.000-05:00

POSING & PRESENTATION for FITNESS & FIGURE:
Saturday March 10th
Saturday March 24th
Contact summer@summersfitness.com for details.

ARNOLD CLASSIC Columbus Convention Center- www.arnoldclassic.com :
I will be working with the #1 supplement company: ON & ABB again this year!
Come by Booth #901 and Say Hi!!!
Meet WWE Star John Cena on Saturday.... Samples, Complimentary Photos, & More!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Friday 3/02- American Bodybuilding (ABB)
Saturday 3/03 - Optimum Nutrition (ON)
Sunday 3/04 - ABB

FITNESS & FIGURE SUITS FOR SALE

2007-02-11T20:05:00.000-05:00

Blue One Piece-
This suit was only worn ONE time... Fitness Routine Outfit-

The following suits are for sale. All have gel inserts. I am 5'8" & 128# at contest weight.

All were designed by Michael Mercado.

Contact summer@summersfitness.com if interested.

POSING

2007-02-05T12:37:00.000-05:00

POSING & PRESENTATION for FITNESS & FIGURE
Saturday February 10th.
Posing -NOON
$15
AMERICAN PRO CHEER

Heels & 2-piece suit recommended
Digital photos will be taken/available for you to document your changes & work on posing at home.

ARNOLD CLASSIC:
I will be working with Optimum Nutrition & ABB again this year at the Arnold.
Check out www.arnoldclassic.com to see all the events taking place!

2007 NPC Fitness & Figure

2007-01-21T18:48:00.000-05:00

POSING: Saturday January 27th
12:00 @ American Pro Cheer
$15
*If you need new suits contact Michael Mercado. mmcollections@sbcglobal.net

2007 Ohio / WV NPC Schedule

March 31 - Natural Ohio Championships
Dave Liberman 440-942-5634 / Daveliberm@aol.com

April 7 - Cincinnati Championships
Rick Reuther 513-825-3604 / Ohionpc@aol.com

April 28 - Upper Ohio Valley Championships
Rick Bayardi 740-859-6053 / rickbayardi@comcast.net
National Qualifier

May 12 - Mike Francois Classic
Mike Francois 740-363-8393 / classic@mikefrancois.com
National Qualifier

Julie Palmers Ultimate Championships
June 2 -Julie Palmer-614-399-1619/beefcakedavies@aol
National Qualifier

Planet Physique.com Championships
June 9 - Robert Szarek 440-617-2451
Bodybuildingvp@aol.com

IFBB North American Championships
August 31 - September 1/ Cleveland Ohio
Gary Udit 412-481-9129 / gudit@earthlink.net

September 15 -Ohio Championships
Mike Davies 614-521-3510 /beefcakedavies@aol.com
National Qualifier

September 22 - West Virginia-Mid Atlantic
Championships-Wheeling West Virginia
Andy Bartolivitch 302-280-4925 / rickbayardi@comcast.net
National Qualifier

October 6- Natural Northern Championships
Dave Liberman 440-942-5634 Daveliberm@aol.com

October 13 - Big Dust Classic
Dustin Ware 513-254-6687 / dware@bigdustfitness.com

October 27 - Monster Mash Championships
Rick Reuther 513-825-3604 / Ohionpc@aol.com

NEWS CLIP

2006-11-01T11:02:00.000-05:00

I had the pleasure of appearining on "Kickin it with Kenny" on Fox 8 News on Monday.

Go to : http://www.myfoxcleveland.com/myfox/pages/InsideFox/Detail?contentId=1325906&version=2&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=VSTY&pageId=5.7.1
to check out a clip from the morning show. This is just one of 6 live feeds I did with Kenny.

UPCOMING:
- Nov 11&12: Women's Health Fair
- Mid-Late Nov: Oxygen Magazine, Gymnastics photos/article hits stands

SUMMERTIME

2006-10-24T11:23:00.000-04:00

" It's Summertime!"

That's what Rocky calls our training sessions together. He even remembers our weekly "anniversaries" from the very first time Rocky joined his wife, Debbie, in our training sessions.
What enthusiasm!

Do you think maybe Rocky is "kissing up" just a little bit with his recent workout attire?

Wow! Look at those biceps!!!!

NEWS!! Muscle & Fitness Hers

2006-10-03T21:15:00.000-04:00

Pick up the Nov/Dec issue of Muscle & Fitness Hers!
You will see my Leg workout beginning on page 66.

HPL Resistance Bands & DVDS now available in the STORE!!!

Contact Summer to schedule:
-Training session
- Fitness Routine Instruction
- any of your wellness needs

OVERALL WINNER: ELIZABETH

2006-10-03T21:03:00.000-04:00

ELIZABETH SOTO was named the Female 40 & over AND Grand Champion in the American Muscle Summer Shape-Up Challenge. She looks great!

Elizabeth's Stats:
- Mother of 2 children
- Recent Medical School Graduate
- GAINED 1 lb.
- LOST 6.75 inches

Summer Shape-UP & WV RESULTS!

2006-09-24T18:01:00.000-04:00

AMERICAN MUSCLE SUMMER SHAPE-UP CHALLENGE
40 participants: EVERYONE who participated should be PROUD! Every person made Improvements!!!
It was hard for the judges...we even had to bring in a second set of judges for a tie-breaker!!

Women under 40:
1st: Cristy Catallanotto
2nd: Faith Phillabaum
3rd: Heather Massarelli

Women over 40:
1st: Elizabeth Soto
2nd: Christina Bittaker
3rd: Cheryl Catallanotto

Men under 40:
1st: Eric Peterson
2nd: Jeremy Henderschott

Men over 40:
1st: Jim Knapil
2nd: Brett Phillipi
3rd: Kevin Spencer

Overall:
Elizabeth Soto

THANK YOU to our JUDGES & SPONSORS!!
www.carltonmassagetherapy.com
www.optimumnutrition.com
www.americanbodybuilding.com
www.akronhardware.com

WV Fitness, Figure, & Bodybuilding: Sept 23, 2006
Over 70 competitiors in the show!

Congrats goes out to:
FITNESS
1st place: Danielle Wilson
3rd place: Lauren Krysa

FIGURE:
2nd place: Emily Huffman (Short Class)
2nd place: Michelle Buggs (Tall Class)

BODYBUILDING:
3rd place: Brandon Burke (Heavyweight)

POSING & PRESENTATION for FITNESS & FIGURE

2006-09-04T19:53:00.000-04:00

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16th @ NOON
Posing & Presentation Class with IFBB Fitness Pro Summer Montabone, CSCS
$15
Akron/Canton, Ohio

Individual sessions available.

Contact summer@summersfitness.com to reserve your spot!

UpComing Dates

2006-08-11T22:29:00.000-04:00

AUGUST 26th:
NOON
Posing & Presentation Practice for Fitness & Figure Athletes
Contact summer@summersfitness.com to Sign up

LAST DAY to REGISTER for NUTRITION & EXERCISE SEMINAR

Nutrition & Exercise Seminar: Second Offering

2006-08-03T14:54:00.000-04:00

The first offering of Nutrition & Exercise: Working together for Weight Loss was a success!
If you missed the first one, here is another chance to attend this seminar.

NUTRITION & EXERCISE: Working together for Weight Loss
This seminar will include information, handouts, and activities educating participants on the Six classes of nutrients, their impact on the body, and how to make better nutritional choices. Participants will also learn the benefits of exercise accompanied by sound nutrition choices.

presented by :Summer Montabone, CSCS

THURSDAY August 31, 2006 6:30PM-8:00PM
Located in Akron/Canton area
$30 Registration fee must be received by Saturday August 26 , 2006.
Space is limited.

TO REGISTER:
Send check or money order, along with you name, phone number, and email address to:
Summer's Fitness
PO BOX 756
Green, OH 44232
* You will receive confirmation & directions once registration is received.

-OR- Put registration information & payment in an envelope and drop off at American Muscle.

Contact Summer @ summer@summersfitness.com

NEWS July 31- August 5th

2006-07-30T18:26:00.000-04:00

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 2nd: National Friendship Day

Bring a NEW Friend to:

*Bootcamp Wednesday August 2nd

*FHH Thursday August 3rd

*Crack of DAWN Cardio Friday August 4th

YOU will Receive a $5 coupon towards your next class.

http://www.summersfitness.com/menu/2006schedule.htm

(New Friend must not have attended a class previously.)

SATURDAY AUGUST 5th--- FIELD TRIP- 10:00AM

BOOTCAMP WILL BE AT Green Intermediate Stadium/TRACK @ 10:00am

Bring your HPL resistance band if you have one.

* If it is raining between 9:45-10 we will go to American Pro Cheer & begin @ 10:10am.

NUTRITION & EXERCISE: Working Together for Weight Loss

The first seminar was a SUCCESS! We had a full house. I received a lot of positive feedback from participants and future topic ideas.

Some comments included:

"It was very good. I learned a lot."

"You kept my attention the whole time. I couldn't believe 1.5 hours went by that fast!"

"The activites were fun & informative. I couldn't believe some of the demonstrations!"

"I went straight to the grocery store."

"I understand more what my body type needs."

"There was a lot of information in a short period of time. It was awesome and definately worth the price."

There will be a second offering of this seminar. Stay Tuned or contact me for details.

COMING SOON:

Stay tuned for NEW classes for the Fall.

More GROUP TRAINING sessions are being formed too.

IT is never to late to start & you are welcome to get going at any time.

CONTACT summer@summersfitness.com

APPAREL: I do have some of the NEW shirts & tanks..see me.

CLASSES

2006-07-23T21:07:00.000-04:00

Classes are still in session this SUMMER!
JOIN US:
Tuesdays @ 8:00am for Flabs (1)
Wednesdays @ 7:00PM for BOOTCAMP (2)
Thursdays @ 11:45am for Flabs (1)
Thursdays @ 6:00PM for Fitness Happy Hour (2)
-Bring the whole FAMILY!!!
Fridays @ 6:15am for Crack of DAWN Cardio (1)
Saturdays @ 11:00am for BOOTCAMP (2)
(1) American MUSCLE
(2) American PRO CHEER

CLICK HERE for Full Schedule & Details:
http://www.summersfitness.com/menu/2006schedule.htm

POSING & PRESENTAION for FITNESS & FIGURE ATHLETES- Contact Summer

NUTRITION & EXERCISE SEMINAR

2006-07-14T21:06:00.000-04:00

NUTRITION & EXERCISE: Working together for Weight Loss
This seminar will include information, handouts, and activities educating participants on the Six classes of nutrients, their impact on the body, and how to make better nutritional choices. Participants will also learn the benefits of exercise accompanied by sound nutrition choices.

presented by :
Summer Montabone, CSCS
IFBB Professional Fitness Athlete
NSCA- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
Ohio Licensed & Degreed Health & Physical Educator

TUESDAY July 25, 2006
6:30PM-8:00PM

Akron/Canton, OH area

$30 Registration fee must be received by Saturday July 22, 2006. Space is limited. Once capacity is met, a second class will be opened.

TO REGISTER:Send check or money order, along with you name, phone number, and email address to:
Summer's Fitness
PO BOX 756
Green, OH 44232

Contact Summer @ summer@summersfitness.com .

AMERICAN MUSCLE SUMMER SHAPE UP CHALLENGE

2006-06-04T19:45:00.000-04:00

The Summer Shape Up Challenge will begin June 11th & run through September 1st.
CONTACT Danielle to sign up & schedule your assessments: danielle@summersfitness.com
CHECK OUT THE PRIZES!!!!!!!

Categories:
Ages 40 & up and under 40
Males & Females will be judged seperately.

Requirements:
1. $25 entry fee per person will include: t-shirt, photos, measurements, Optimum Nutrition & ABB goody bag, and 10% discount on pre-approved supplements at AMERICAN MUSCLE ( see Jason).
2. You must be a member of American Muscle -OR- be present in American Muscle at least once a week for a $5 guest fee per visit.
3. Before & After photos and measurements will be taken by Danielle.
4. Bodybuilders, Fitness or Figure athletes may enter, but are not eligible for prizes.
5. Enter at your own risk and with a postive attitude.

PRIZES:
Judging will be based on overall physical transformation and total pounds & inches lost.
GRAND PRIZE:
Healthy Lifestyle Catered dinner for two by executive chef
One hour massage provided by Carlton Massage Therapy
3-month Membership to American Muscle
Summer's Fitness Class passes
T-shirts, apparel, cash, supplements & more!

Prizes will be award for the top 3 winners in each category for both males & females. Also Best Bodypart Awards.
Carlton Massage Gift Certificates--OPTIMUM NUTRITION & ABB supplements---Apparel & more!

Please visit our sponsors:
www.carltonmassagetherapy.com
www.optimumnutrition.com
www.americanbodybuilding.com
www.americanmusclegym.com
www.summersfitness.com

New! Summer's Fitness Gear

2006-04-30T18:16:00.000-04:00

Black & White 3/4 length sleeve shirt
Fuschia lettering on Front & Back
S-M-L-XL
$20- gym discount
$28- online(includes shipping)

BLACK or Deep Heather GREY TANK--Fuschia lettering on Front & Back S-M-L-XL (these tanks run a little small) $16 GYM DISCOUNT--$24 ONLINE

FUSCHIA PINK or turquoise with White Lettering spaghetti Strap Tank with adjustable straps& shelf bra S-M-L-XL ( run true to size) $20 Gym discount $28 ONLINE

PINK BAG with White Lettering OR BLACK BAG with Fuschia Lettering $15 Gym Discount $22 ONLINE

PINK V-neck Muscle Tank with White Lettering S-M-L-XL (run true to size) $20 Gym Discount $28 ONLINE

CONTACT summer@summersfitness.com to place your order or stop in the gym!

GOOD LUCK!

2006-04-23T21:39:00.000-04:00

Good Luck to all the athletes competing in the Ohio Upper Valley this weekend.
Check out http://www.rickbayardi.com/shows.asp for more details. Hope to see you there. I will be a guest presenter.

THANKS to all our SPONSORS
http://www.akronhardware.com/
http://www.cruzlady.com/

Check back soon for the results!

CHECK IT OUT

2006-04-15T16:08:00.001-04:00

Make sure to take a look at all the NEW UPDATES throughout my site!
COMPETITORS
TESTIMONIALS
SPONSORS
PHOTO GALLERY

Summer's Fitness Athletes will be competing again in Weirton, WV at the Ohio Upper Valley. I will also be there as a guest Fitness Pro. Hope to see you there!! Check out www.rickbayardi.com for details on the show.

NEW! The total package to looking your best.
Summer's Fitness also offers:
AIRBRUSH TANNING- for competitors or everyday look
PROFESSIONAL MAKE-UP
IMAGE CONSULTING

More UPDATES here & throughout the site still on there way. Keep checking back!

THANKS JC www.hardfitness.com !

APRIL 8th- Cincinnati Figure & Bodybuilding

2006-04-10T20:14:00.000-04:00

Master's Figure 35 & Over:
2nd place--Michelle Griggy
Novice Figure:
2nd place- Stacy Busto
A Class Figure ( Under 5' 2" )
2nd place- Danielle Wilson
3rd place-Michelle Griggy
B Class Figure: ( 5' 2.5"- 5' 4")
2nd place- Stacy Busto
D Class Figure ( Over 5' 6")
1st place Kristin Stull

NEXT SHOW: APRIL 29th- Upper Ohio Valley

April 1st 2006 Natural OHIO

2006-04-03T20:15:00.000-04:00

CONGRATS!!!
Congrats to Stacy Busto, Michelle Griggy, and Danielle Wilson for competing in their first show. EVERYONE looked great.
RESULTS:
Master's Figure 35 & Over:
Michelle Griggy (#7)
Stacy Busto (#19)
A Class Figure:
4th place- Danielle Wilson (#6)
Michelle Griggy
B Class Figure:
Stacy Busto
C Class figure:
3rd place- Stacey Burke-Dooley (#37)
Michelle B
D Class Figure:
2nd place Kristin Stull (#45)
THERE WERE OVER 15 competitiors in each class!!

Men's Bodybuilding:
Nathan Burke
5th place Junior Mens & 4th place Middleweight

I performed at the beginning of the show, I hope everyone enjoyed it!

2006 Summer's Fitness Classes

2005-12-20T21:54:00.000-05:00

NEW! Summer’s Fitness Classes for 2006

Flabs! Flabs! will focus on abdominals and flexibility utilizing HPL bands.
This class is recommended for beginners and anyone needing to spend more time on improving their core and flexibility. (Class limited to 9 participants.)

*TUESDAYS @ 7:00 AM-7:45 AM Instructed by Lauren
*THURSDAYS @ 11:45 AM-12:30 PM Instructed by Summer

LOCATION: American MUSCLE in Green

Fitness Happy Hour Fitness, Friends, & Fun! This class will incorporate cardiovascular & strengthening exercises, abdominals and flexibility, through a variety of low stress activities. (Also known as Bootcamp for beginners.)

*THURSDAYS @ 6:00PM-7:00PM Instructed by Danielle

LOCATION: American PRO CHEER

BOOTCAMP Get in top physical condition with this intense workout including: plyometrics, HPL band conditioning, abs, flexibility, and more! Beginners to elite welcome.

*WEDNESDAYS @ 7:00PM-8:00PM Instructed by Summer
*SATURDAYS @ NOON- 1:00PM Instructed by Summer

LOCATION: American PRO CHEER
(Tabs Dr. is off of Boettler Rd. inbwtn Fed EX & Diebold.)

* Schedule subject to change-no sign up required-contact Summer for details or to reserve your spot!

COST:
ADULTS- $10 per class or $75 for 10 classes**
STUDENTS- $6 per class or $50 for 10 classes**
**Purchase a SF Class Pass good at any class,
3-month expiration.

2006 CALENDAR

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Order now in time for Christmas!!
Your 2006 Sizzling Sirens Calendar.
Summer is on the Cover and the month of AUGUST.

Cost is $20 and includes shipping & handling.

Contact Summer: summer@summersfitness.com to order yours now!

CONTEST RESULTS

2005-11-08T20:46:00.000-05:00

Saturday October 28th was the Monster Mash.
Lauren Burnett and Lauren Krysa in their "masks". Happy Halloween!
I was the guest presenter and was able to award LAUREN BURNETT the OVERALL Figure award. This makes Lauren a TWO time figure Champ! Lauren is preparing for the Fitness Nationals that take place in Atlanta later this month.
Kristin Stull placed 4th in Figure Tall.
Karen Wheatley placed 3rd in Figure Tall at the Big Dust Classic.
CHECK OUT the personal training pages for competitor & clients results!!

HPL

2005-11-05T14:56:00.000-05:00

Check out my good friend Sean's new studio & site. www.humanpotential-labs.com If you need any rubberbands for your exercise needs-Contact Sean. We are hosting an OPEN HOUSE Saturday Nov. 12th 9AM-4PM.

Natural Northern

2005-10-02T19:40:00.000-04:00

After competing in Charlotte on Friday, Jeremie and I flew back to support our girls at the Natural Northern in Lakewood on Saturday, Oct. 1st. Lauren Burnett, April's Champ, was a trophy presenter. This was one of the biggest turnouts with over 10 girls in each class. Check this out:
Michelle Apple- 2nd place Figure Class B
Lauren Krysa--4th place Figure Class B
Stacey Burke-Dooley--1st place Figure Class C
Stephanie Myres-2nd place Figure Class C
Kristen Stull- 4th place Figure Class D
Karen Wheatley- 5th place Figure Class D
CONGRATS LADIES!! WE ARE SO PROUD!!
Photos of these ladies will be available in the personal training section under competitors.
STAY TUNED and keep checking back!!

CHARLOTTE PRO

2005-10-02T19:26:00.000-04:00

I competed in my second Pro Fitness event Friday September 30th in Charlotte. I am very happy with my 6th place finish!!
I also had a few fans in Charlotte.Thanks Julie, Ashley, Matt, Paul, & Tara for supporting me. AND of course my husband Jeremie was there with me the whole weekend.
Check back in my photo gallery for pictures from this contest & the Europa.

EUROPA SUPER SHOW

2005-09-21T19:31:00.000-04:00

Friday Sept. 16th was my first fitness competition as a professional. It was a great first experience. My friend Tracey Greenwood took top honors.
I compete Sept. 30th at the Charolette Pro. Wish me luck!

To see contest pictures courtesy of JC go to:
http://www.hardfitness.com/competitions/europashow2005/profitness/summermontabone/twopiece/index.html
http://www.hardfitness.com/competitions/europashow2005/profitness/summermontabone/onepiece/index.html

CONTEST UPDATE- STACEY DOOLEY

2005-09-20T19:52:00.000-04:00

CONGRATS to Stacey Burke-Dooley on her first Figure competitions!
Sept. 10th: 2nd place at the ERIE Figure Championships
Sept. 17th: 5th at the OHIO State Championship, Figure class B
STAY TUNED for more results and pictures!

Thanks boomerflex.com for the picture.

PIC

2005-09-08T20:33:00.000-04:00

This picture was taken Sunday September4, 2005. I had a great time with Dave from www.musclemoods.com and he sent me this picture from our shoot. More to come soon! Keep checking back!

PREVIEW

2005-09-05T17:37:00.000-04:00

Less than two weeks until I make my professional debut. Here is a sneak peak! This is my new one piece. It is AWESOME!! If you need competition suits contact Michael Mercado. You can also see my routine outfit & two piece, in my photo gallery, by Michael as well.
Michael Mercado
mmcollections@sbcglobal.net
619.297.2777

COMPETITION TIME!

2005-08-31T21:14:00.000-04:00

COMPETITION Corner:
I will be competing in my first Pro show at the Europa in Texas Sept 16th.
http://www.europasupershow.com/

My next competition is the http://www.charlottepro.com/ also competing in Pro Fitness, Sept. 30th.
Stay tuned for results, photos, & updates on these shows.

OTHER COMPETITORS
To see photos of Lauren Burnett from Team Universe go to:
http://www.hardfitness.com/teamu2005.html
Scroll down to the bottom-Fitness Class A

FITNESS WEAR
I still have some tanks & t-shirts available for $10
Sweatshirts $20
Warm-up jackets also available to order- contact me for details
THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!

AUGUST NEWS

2005-08-14T14:04:00.000-04:00

Stay tuned for more updates!New testimonials and pictures are on the way in the personal training section.

CONGRATS!Lauren Burnett placed 8th in Fitness Short at the TEAM UNIVERSE Championships! This was her first national appearance.

Check out:http://newspaperads.ohio.com/Sections.aspx?type=77south&sec=14412
To read my article interview with the Akron Beacon Journal.

BACK TO CLASS

2005-08-14T12:42:00.000-04:00

BOOT CAMP
Get in top condition with this high intensity workout including: Rubberband conditioning, plyometrics, abdominals, flexibility, and MORE!
Get in shape with fitness, friends, & fun!!
Contact summer@summersfitness.com for more details!

Summer's Fitness Store

2005-06-09T16:11:00.000-04:00

CONTACT SUMMER @ summer@summersfitness.com for any of the following:

2006 Sizzling Sirens calendar:
Summer is on the cover & the month of August

Fitness Wear:
Help support Summer's competition expenses with a T-shirt!!

FLEXBANDS:
Want to improve your flexibility, workout at home, or do cardio without spending hundreds of dollars?
Contact Summer to get your flexbands!!

MORE CONTEST RESULTS

2005-06-09T16:08:00.000-04:00

TOP HONORS!!!!!
Congrats to Phil Kopp who placed 1st in the lightweight division in the Mike Francios Classic!!!

Lori Burnett placed 2nd in Masters Figure & 4th in Open Figure at the Julie Palmer Classic!

Upper Ohio Valley, Mr. Canton, & Pittsburgh

2005-05-08T18:23:00.000-04:00

Here are the latest results for Summer's Fitness & American Muscle competitiors.

April 30th- Upper Ohio Valley
Bodybuilding:
Phil Kopp--1st place lightweight division & Overall Novice
Brandon Burke--3rd place heavyweight
Figure:
Lori Burnett--2nd place medium(class B) & 3rd place Masters

May 6th-- Mr. Canton
Bodybuilding:
Brandon Burke--1st place Heavyweight
Russ Bulgrin

May 6th-- NPC Pittsburgh BB, Fitness, & Figure
Figure:
Lori Burnett
Fitness:
Lauren Burnett-- 4th place (short)

Congrats to all these competitiors on their dedication & hardwork.
Good Luck in your next events!!!

2005 NPC Natural Ohio Results

2005-04-04T21:14:00.000-04:00

CONGRATS!!!!
LAUREN BURNETT placed 1st in Figure short and was crowned the Overall Natural Ohio Figure Champion!
BRANDON BURKE placed 1st in the Heavyweight division.
KAREN WHEATLEY placed 3rd in FIgure Tall.
NATHAN BURKE placed 5th in the Middleweight division.
I am so proud of you!! Good Luck in the upcoming competitions!

GOOD LUCK

2005-03-19T16:15:00.000-05:00

Good Luck to:
LAUREN, KAREN, NATHAN, & BRANDON
They will all be competing in the 2005 NPC Natural OHIO Drug Tested Bodybuilding & Figure Championships on Saturday, April 2, 2005.
This will be Karen & Nathan's first event.
GOOD LUCK!!!!!!

BOOT CAMP

2005-03-19T16:11:00.000-05:00

BOOT CAMP UPDATE:
Kick up your conditioning with this Intense Workout!
Try FLEXBAND Conditioning.
Classes are WED @ 7pm & SAT @ NOON
* No Class SAT April 2nd.
Contact me for more details.

Welcome

2005-02-09T20:14:00.000-05:00

You have entered the new and improved website of IFBB Fitness Pro, Summer Montabone, CSCS !
I am pleased to announce I will be working with Optimum Nutrition & ABB at this year's Arnold Classic. Sign up for the online newsletter, www.optimumnutrition.com , to read my feature in the February newsletter.
If you haven' t yet, check out the February 2005 issue of Fitness RX for Women. I am featured beginning on page 94. You can also see me in the March 2005 issue of Ironman. More Nationals coverage soon to come in other magazines. I will keep you posted!
Bootcamp & Fitness Happy Hour classes are in progress. I am taking appointments for group & personal training. Contact me for details.
Make sure to stop back again soon! Check out the training tips & photo gallery for new pictures!
Thanks again,
Summer

Welcome to my blog!

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Hello and welcome to my blog. Please check back soon for updates!