Thursday, February 26, 2009
Mi-Hee Yu, Another Look
Here's another look at former aerobics instructor Korean female bodybuilder Mi-Hee Yu.
She says that her weight had gotten up to 176 after the birth of her daughter and she wanted to lose weight so she took up bodybuilding.
All of this muscle is packed onto a 5' 2½", 112-pound frame by the way.
And she's an all natural bodybuilder.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Monique Minton
Gorgeous female fitness model and female figure competitor Monique Minton.
This beautiful young lady is half filipinia and half polish.
She has been selected as the cover model for the 2009 March-April Muscle & Fitness Hers magazine.
Monique has competed in:
The 2008 NPC John Sherman Classic Bodybuilding, Fitness & Figure Championships, 1st place
The 2008 NPC USA Bodybuilding & Figure Championships, 3rd place
The 2008 NPC Team Universe Bodybuilding, Fitness & Figure National Championships, 4th place
2008 NPC National Bodybuilding & Figure Championships, 5th place
I think we'll be seeing a lot more of Monique.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Christine Wan, Another Look
Here's another look at Christine Wan, IFBB Pro,personal trainer and photographer.
In the last entry I only touched on her contest history, but here is an updated list of the Pro events she has taken part in:
2003 IFBB Masters Olympia And Jan Tana Pro, 7th place
2004 IFBB Pittsburgh Pro Figure, 16th place
2004 IFBB California Pro Figure, 17th place
2004 IFBB New York Pro Figure, 17th place
2005 IFBB San Francisco Pro, 9th place
2005 IFBB Pittsburgh Pro Figure, 12th place
2005 IFBB Atlanta Pro Figure, 8th place
2005 IFBB Europa Super Show, 7th place
2006 IFBB Pittsburgh Pro Figure, 8th place
2006 IFBB Motor City Pro Figure, 6th place
2006 IFBB Europa Super Show, 8th place
2007 IFBB Arnold Classic, 9th place
2007 IFBB Jan Tana Women's Bodybuilding And Figure Contest, 8th place
2007 IFBB Palm Beach Pro/Am, 10th place
2008 IFBB Jacksonville Pro-Figure / Dexter Jackson Classic, 17th place
2008 IFBB Atlantic City Pro, 1st place
2008 IFBB Kentucky Pro Figure, 10th place
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Friday, February 20, 2009
The Big Day Out at MOTAT
The cars are supposed to be on site by 9.45am, some came a little later, ours did not come at all as its engine is still on the garage floor awaiting diagnoses of the funny noise it has acquired.
Most people after the Gazebo is erected place their chairs in its vicinity for the day, then wander off looking at the other cars, Motat display halls where a lot of planes reside, the swapmeet, there is a band playing near the swapmeet, and other stalls, various expensive ice-cream and food outlets.
The steam train makes small journeys back and forth blowing smoke everywhere but the children young and old seem to enjoy riding on it. The Trams now also goes back and forth between the two Motat areas and are well patronized.
The first monthly meeting of the year takes place and all members present are welcome to take part. We see many of our members there during the day this year I saw Noel and Terry, and the Chaplin's, I did not spend as much time on the site as usual as Catlin my granddaughter came with us and wanted to see everything three times over.
This was a nice day the sun shone and the wind stayed away, there are things to do and see and no one is bored (as far as I know).
Natalie Minh, Another Look
Here's another look at the lovely WNSO FAME Euro Fitness Model Champion, Natalie Minh.
This Vietnamese-American fitness competitor seemed pretty popular last time, so I thought another picture wouldn't hurt any.
Despite coming in 1st Place in the Ms. Bikini division at the 2008 Muscle Mania/Fitness Universe Italian Championships, winning 1st Place Fitness Model, and 2nd place Bikini Model at the 2008 FAME European Championships and 3rd Place Swimsuit in the swimsuit division at the 2008 FAME World Championships, this lady is way more than just a pretty face.
She is a a Structured Finance Analyst for a Fortune 100 financial services company, she has a a BBA with dual major in Management Information Systems and Management, a MS in Finance, and a MBA, all from the University of Michigan.
AND she was a UNIX Systems Administrator specializing in CAD/CAE environments for six years.
To paraphrase Monty Python, "She could think you under the table!".
You can see more of Natalie at her MySpace page here:
http://www.myspace.com/motownnat
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
The 2009 Caparo T1
The 1000hp/tonne power-to-weight ratio doesn’t hurt the experience. That’s roughly double the ratio of the Bugatti Veyron, and enough to rocket the car to 60mph (96km/h) in less than 2.5 seconds, and on to 100mph (160km/h) in under 5. But perhaps the most impressive stats of the Caparo T1 are the lateral and braking force figures: up to three times the force of gravity throws the driver left, right and forward.This supercar full details on the 2009 version of the car have yet to be released, but Caparo has revealed five new levels of specification will be available. The entry-level variant is a stripped-down race track-only version, while a Race Extreme variant gets upgraded electronics, the most powerful engine package fully carbon brakes and super-lightweight magnesium wheels.
Source: Motor Authority
Monday, February 16, 2009
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Z28 Chevrolet Camaro LS1 V8 Sports Coupe
The MK IV Chevrolet Camaro retained the same layout as the very first Camaro's back in 1967, 2-doors, 2+2 seating, rear-wheel drive, choice of V6 and V8 powerplants, and available in both coupe and convertible forms (the convertible was introduced in 1994).
The fourth-generation Chevrolet Camaro debuted for the 1993 model year on the previous generation Camaro platform.
The MK4 Camaro featured the 5.7 L (350 cid) LT1 V8 engine that had been introduced in the Corvette one year earlier, as well as an optional six-speed manual transmission. The 1998 model year was refreshed and revised with both exterior and engine changes. Replacing the LT1 was GM's all-new 5.7 L (346 cid) LS1 which had been introduced with the Corvette C5.
The Camaro is to return in 2009 however as a retro styled sports coupe.
The fourth-gen Camaro would last up through the 2002 model year, at which point production was stopped due to slow sales.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Frogeye Sprite Austin Healey the first of several Sprite models
Frogeye Sprite Austin Healey the first of several Sprite models.
The prominent headlights were initially intended to be flip-up units. However the cost of retractable headlights was to high, and instead they were fixed in what would have been the 'up' position. Their unusual location gave rise to the cars affectionate nickname, the "Frogeye" Sprite.
The Austin Healey Sprite MK I was powered by a 1.0 litre, inline, four cylinder engine which developed a grand total of 43 horsepower. Coupled to a four speed manual gearbox it was capable of propelling the car up to 84 mph.
The Frogeye Sprite (which was discontinued in 1961) was the first of several Sprite models. In 1962 the MK II Austin Healey Sprite was introduced. The MK II introduced several updates, the most noticeable of which was a more conventional headlight layout. From 1961 the Austin Healey Sprite was also sold as the MG Midget.
Frogeye Sprite Austin Healey the first of several Sprite models
Frogeye Sprite Austin Healey the first of several Sprite models.
The prominent headlights were initially intended to be flip-up units. However the cost of retractable headlights was to high, and instead they were fixed in what would have been the 'up' position. Their unusual location gave rise to the cars affectionate nickname, the "Frogeye" Sprite.
The Austin Healey Sprite MK I was powered by a 1.0 litre, inline, four cylinder engine which developed a grand total of 43 horsepower. Coupled to a four speed manual gearbox it was capable of propelling the car up to 84 mph.
The Frogeye Sprite (which was discontinued in 1961) was the first of several Sprite models. In 1962 the MK II Austin Healey Sprite was introduced. The MK II introduced several updates, the most noticeable of which was a more conventional headlight layout. From 1961 the Austin Healey Sprite was also sold as the MG Midget.
Maria Kang
Maria Kang was born Maria Mei-Sien Kang on November 26, 1980.
She is of Filipina, and Malaysian Chinese descent.
In her fitness career, this lovely lady has been a fitness model,group director, fitness manager, personal trainer, communications specialist and spokesperson.
But if you read much about her, you'll see her most cherished role is that of a mother.
I try not to get sappy (at all!) on my blogs, but just read what she has written about her child and you will see a mother's love.
Okay, back to business.....
Her contest history:
1997 Miss Asia Pacific Islander
1998 Miss Petite Philippines
1998 Miss Petite Teen International
2003 Miss San Francisco Chinatown USA
2003 Miss Philippines USA
2003 Miss Bikini California
2003 Bikini America Nationals
2003 Top Five National Finalist Miss Model America
2003 Top Five National Finalist Miss Bikini America
You can visit her MySpace at
http://www.myspace.com/mariakang
And her website here:
http://www.fitnesscure.com/
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Volkswagen Golf R20T
According to CAR, the new R20T will go on sale in Europe in early 2010 and will closely match the styling of the GT24 race concept. Key features likely lifted from the concept include the aggressively styled bumper with larger intakes and unique fog lights, as well as the slightly wider fenders and lower ride height.
By tweaking the 2.0-litre's ECU about 270bhp (201kW) can be extracted, which is similar to the Audi S3's power output of 265bhp from the same engine. A high-performance Scirocco R20T is also expected to use the same engine. The car will not only have more power than the current V6's 250bhp (186kW) but also weigh less as a result of the smaller engine. Thus improved performance overall and fewer C02 emissions can be expected. Whether a 4WD system or FWD will be used remains to be seen. However two gearboxes will be mated to whichever system is chosen, these being the 6-speed manual and DSG.
Styling is likely to be similar to that of the GTI and include LED daytime running lights, a sportier front bumper, flared wheel arches, and an underbody diffuser. The twin pipes located at the rear bumper centre remain in place but because the V6 is no more a similar sound will be engineered.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Lisa Cheng
The beautiful Lisa Cheng is a bodybuilder and rock climber (her nickname is “Hong Kong Spider Woman”).
Here are a couple of links so you can see how pretty this lady really is.
Picture of Lisa with the trophy after winning the Ms. Bodyfitness competition at the 2008 Hong Kong Bodybuilding And Fitness Championships on April 20, 2008.
http://www.jamd.com/image/g/80792271
Picture of Lisa posing during the competition
http://www.jamd.com/image/g/80792275
See? She's beautiful.
And besides her win at the Ms. Bodyfitness competition in 2008, she has competed in the 2007 Asian Championships, Ms. Fitness 4th place and Ms. Body Fitness, 7th place.
And Lisa is also considering a shot at female MMA as you can see in this video here:
Lamborghini Garage diorama (1:18 scale)
The car lift is a Hotworks Up & Down lift. I didn't use the base and wall that came with the set. Instead, I created a simpler base that actually looks much better.I had also bought a Snap On garage essential tool set to add on this diorama.
I fabricated a fixed door and door handle. I also cut some pictures from various magazines and converted them to wall posters.Ceiling lights using LEDs.
I fabricated this air gauge, hose and nozzle, together with the tubing Fabricated car batteryFabricated stainless steel work bench with drawers.Fabricated springs and wrenches.Fabricated wall outlets and power extension cord.
Fabricated wall fuse box.
Real working exhaust fan.
Lamborghini cut-out sticker for the main wall.
Wall posters.
I had replaced the monitor's screen from Snap-On to Lamborghini logo. Repainted the keyboard as well.
Fabricated and installed the lift switch.
Wall posters
Fabricated dry white board with marker and eraser.
Fabricated tool drawer with side handles .Added a few more fabricated items. Such are wrenches, elbow tire wrench, aluminum braided hoses and radiator filler cap.Fabricated a laptop, chair, braided fan belts, and braided hoses.
Fabricated some boxes
I got this engine from my son's wrecked Bburago Diablo. I detailed, repainted and replaced the plastic wires with real ones.
Added some wheels from the wrecked Diablo.
I repainted and added seatbelts and buckles to the wrecked Diablo's bucket seats.
Fabricated an air compressor with hose and spray gun for the garage's paint booth.
Fabricated a folding ladder.
Fabricated a Makita 9227C buffing machine.
Paint booth extension. Here, I have used the Up & Down lift's base. I repainted the wall and weathered the flooring. I repainted the wrecked Diablo's body to white as primer preparation. As well as the doors. Fabricated some buckets.
Added some boxes
Fabricated paint table and paint cans.
Fabricated another stainless work table, sand paper and sanding backing pad.
Working sliding door connecting the main garage to the paint booth.Added some GI Joe figures donated by a fellow diecast collector, Myk Formoso. I grinded some of the weapons fixed the their bodies and repainted them.
Fabricated another long stainless steel work bench. Added some rubber hoses and braided aluminum hoses.
The garage with working lights on the ceiling.
Refurbished and repainted the shocks of the wrecked Diablo. I also added piston rods and springs to replicate the real ones.
Fabricated a Digital Engine Timing and ECU management analyzer computer.
Fabricated an angled wall mirror.
Facade of the exterior side walls.
Still in progress. This is how the whole diorama should look like from a distance. I'm adding a driveway/parking on the front side, working flood lights and ceiling for the paint booth.
Roll up gatesWith lighted sign board
I hope you enjoyed viewing my creation. Thanks for looking. :)