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TRY SOMETHING NEW… MIX IT UP

TRY SOMETHING NEW… MIX IT UP

July 3

By Rachel Payne

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🔥 LEARN FROM EXPERIENCE 🔥 IFBB Men’s Physique Pro

🔥 LEARN FROM EXPERIENCE 🔥

IFBB Men’s Physique Pro Jacque Lewis is just one of the seasoned athletes bringing years of knowledge, experience, and championship-level insight to the Official NPC Posing Seminar! 💪🏾🏆

Whether you’re stepping on stage for the first time or refining your presentation as a veteran competitor, this seminar is designed to help athletes at EVERY level improve posing, confidence, stage presence, and overall presentation.

📍 House of Payne Personal Training
📅 September 5, 2026
⏰ FREE Admission
✅ All Levels Welcome
✅ All Divisions Welcome
✅ No Registration Required

Come learn directly from experienced IFBB Pros, judges, and coaches who have been there and know what it takes to succeed on stage.

#NPC #NPCPosingSeminar #IFBBProLeague #MensPhysique #JacqueLewis PosingPractice Bodybuilding ClassicPhysique Bikini Wellness Figure MensPhysiquePro FitnessMotivation CompetitionPrep StagePresence NPCGeorgia HouseOfPayne FitFam ContestPrep PhysiqueAthlete

🏆 THROWBACK to the incredible 2025 Southern Natura

🏆 THROWBACK to the incredible 2025 Southern Natural Showdown Women’s Figure Champions!

The stage was filled with confidence, conditioning, elegance, and championship-level physiques — and we’re ready to bring that energy back even bigger in 2026. 💫🔥

We’re excited to officially offer the following Women’s Figure divisions for the 2026 MartiniLawyer.com NPC/ IFBB Pro League Southern Natural Showdown:

✨ WOMEN’S FIGURE TRUE NOVICE — One Class
✨ WOMEN’S FIGURE NOVICE — One Class
✨ WOMEN’S FIGURE MASTERS — 35+ • 40+ • 50+
✨ WOMEN’S FIGURE HERO’S — One Class
(Military, Police, Fire, EMT, Medical Professionals)
✨ WOMEN’S FIGURE OPEN — Classes A • B • C • D

Whether it’s your first competition, your return to the stage, or your pursuit of a championship title, the 2026 MartiniLawyer.com presents the NPC/IFBB Pro League Southern Natural Showdown, is the place to compete. 👊🏽🏅

🔥 Nov. 21, 2026, Central Gwinnett High School, Lawrenceville, GA
👉 contest details & registration - southernnaturalshowdown.com
✅ Drug-Tested Event
✅ Qualifier for the Ben Weider Naturals
✅ Pittsburgh Natural Pro Qualifier
✅ Caribbean Grand Prix Natural Pro Qualifier

Tag your favorite Figure athlete and let us know who’s stepping on stage this November! ⬇️

⚔️ ENTER THE ARENA ⚔️ The warriors are coming. Th

⚔️ ENTER THE ARENA ⚔️

The warriors are coming.
The stage is waiting.
And only the strongest will survive the NIGHT OF THE GLADIATORS 💪🔥

From shredded rookies to seasoned champions, this is where grit, discipline, and raw intensity collide under the lights.

🏆 Epic physiques
⚔️ Gladiator energy
🔥 Loud crowd
💥 Unforgettable battles on stage

This isn’t just another bodybuilding show…
This is a WAR for greatness.

NPC NIght of the Gladiators
Aug. 28-29, 2026, Tifton, GA
✨breast cancer awareness fundraiser
✨title sponsor - @pumpcitysups
✨presenting sponsor - @fittalkradio
✨venue - UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center
✨hotels - Hilton Garden Inn Express, Holiday Inn Express, Comfort Inn & Suites
✨official tanning - @hotspotcompetitiontanning
✨official beauty services - @sbk_beautysquad
✨official photography, video & Live Stream - @nvisionphotography
Registration & tickets 👉 npcnightofthegladiators.com

Tag your posing crew.
Tag your coach.
Tag somebody bringing championship energy to the stage 👇

#NightOfTheGladiators #NPCBodybuilding #GladiatorMentality #Bodybuilding #ClassicPhysique MensPhysique BikiniCompetitor Wellness Figure BodybuildingMotivation ContestPrep RoadToTheStage NPCCompetitor TrainLikeAGladiator

Huge thank you to Jo’s Dough for their continued s

Huge thank you to Jo’s Dough for their continued support and for providing delicious treats for our athletes’ swag bags! We appreciate you helping make the Southern Muscle Showdown experience even better for all of our competitors.

Join us for the MartiniLawyer.com presents the NPC/IFBB Pro League Southern Muscle Showdown
📍 Nov. 21, 2026 | Dalton, GA
🏆 Olympia Qualifier • Masters Olympia Qualifier • National Qualifier

Featuring:
• IFBB Pro League Classic Physique & Bikini Open & Masters
• NPC Men’s Bodybuilding, Women’s Bodybuilding, Women’s Physique, Classic Physique, Figure, Wellness, Men’s Physique, Fit Model & Bikini
• Hero Division in every category

🎟 Registration, tickets, sponsorship & event details: southernmuscleshowdown.com

🏨 Host Hotels: Fairfield, Best Western Plus, Country Inn & Suites, Home2 Suites
📍 Venue: Dalton Convention Center (FREE Parking)

Official Partners:
✨ Official Tanning — @Operation_Bronze_Comp_Tanning (formerly Spray Tans by Maggie)
💄 Official Hair & Make Up — @Glamified4Beauties
📸 Official Photography — @DanRayPhoto & JM Manion
📰 Official NPC News Online Coverage — @d_amelio_manion
🎥 Official Stage Videos & Creative Photos — @gilcoproductions
📺 Official Live Stream — @tvplm_com
🚐 Official Transportation — @groomeairportshuttle #SouthernMuscleShowdown

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