This past weekend, the Philippine bodybuilding scene witnessed another phenomenal competition – the NBPH National Championships held at the Ayala Circuit Mall in Makati on Saturday, May 25th. Coming hot on the heels of another major natural show last weekend, there was a lot of anticipation surrounding this event, especially considering the high standards set by NBPH in 2023. And let's just say, NBPH didn't disappoint! They managed to surpass expectations and deliver an exceptional competition experience.
The Ayala Circuit Mall once again proved to be a genius choice for the venue. Its accessibility is fantastic – not only for spectators who might need a quick food break, but also for attracting new faces who might not have planned on attending a bodybuilding event. Just walking by, the energy and the music are enough to pique anyone's curiosity!
One of the key ingredients to the NBPH's consistently entertaining shows is the host, Ken. His electric energy is infectious, captivating the audience and keeping the competition buzzing. Many organizations underestimate the power of a charismatic host, and Ken's performance is a prime example of how the right person behind the mic can elevate the entire event.
While it's always exciting to see new faces take the stage, a significant portion of the NBPH competitors had already battled it out at the WNBF show the previous weekend. To put your body through the grueling process of peak week twice in a row – the dehydration, calorie restriction, and carb-cycling – takes an incredible amount of mental and physical fortitude. These athletes deserve immense respect for pushing their limits and showcasing such dedication to the sport.
The undisputed highlight of the event was the final category – the Mommy Muscle division, showcasing the incredible strength and physique of mothers who have given birth. This brand new category exceeded expectations, featuring a full line-up of eight impressive "Bikini Mommas", or as we called them, "Muscle Mommies".
The crowd erupted in cheers for these inspiring women. They had given birth, a testament to the female body's strength and resilience, and yet there they stood, toned, confident, and absolutely owning the stage. It was a powerful reminder that motherhood doesn't have to be a barrier to fitness goals. For many in the audience, it was a moment of "no excuses" inspiration.
The NBPH once again delivered an unforgettable competition experience, one that has set the bar high for other organizations. From the convenient venue to the electrifying host and the inspiring athletes, it was a weekend that celebrated hard work, dedication, and the power of the human body. We can't wait to see what the future holds for the NBPH!
And without much ado, here is your winner's list...
NATURAL BODYBUILDING PHILIPPINES NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
WINNER'S LIST
May 25, 2024
Ayala Circuit Mall, Makati
Organized by Natural Bodybuilding Philippines
Promoted by Mike Lee Promotions
POSING ROUTINE
1st Jaime Luis Sy
2nd Jimmy Pentoy III
3rd John Marvel Gapas
BODYBUILDING -- GRAND MASTERS 50+
1st Jeff Hyde
BODYBUILDING – FIRST TIMERS
1st Ed Norville John Aba
2nd Myl Andrada Guerzon
3rd Jomar Mamalias Balan
BODYBUILDING – NOVICE
1st Melvin Hueng
2nd Magnus Villafuerte
3rd Norville John Aba
BODYBUILDING – UNDER 70kg
1st Stanly Chiu Inso
2nd Aristotle Yuson
3rd Melvin Hueng
BODYBUILDING – OVER 70kg
1st Magnus Villafuerte
2nd Jeff Hyde
CLASSIC PHYSIQUE – 40+
1st Ailex Deasis Glinoga
2nd Christopher Dayao Caoilan
CLASSIC PHYSIQUE – FIRST TIMERS
1st Keith Dalisay
2nd John Marvel Gapas
3rd Vince Agudo Angeles
CLASSIC PHYSIQUE – NOVICE
1st Keith Dalisay
2nd Aristotle Yuson
3rd Melvin Hueng
CLASSIC PHYSIQUE – OPEN
1st Jamie Luis Sy
2nd Vince Agudo Angeles
3rd Magnus Villafuerte
MENS FITNESS – FIRST TIMERS
1st Prince Argon Acosta
2nd Gabriel Jarabata
3rd Jon Montorio
MENS FITNESS – NOVICE
1st Vijay Raja
2nd Prince Argon Acosta
3rd Sherwin Montillano
MENS FITNESS – OPEN
1st Kenneth Paul Garancho
2nd Gabriel Jarabata
3rd Sherwin Montillano
ONE PIECE SWIMSUIT
1st Wendy Estacio - Cruz
2nd Laila Saballa
3rd Richelle Cailao
BIKINI – FIRST TIMERS
1st Madelene Barcial
2nd Marisol Santos
3rd Lennos Leslie Bayawa
BIKINI -- NOVICE
1st Wendy Estacio - Cruz
2nd Jen Kyla Alcan
3rd Kyla Severo
BIKINI – OPEN SHORT
1st Wendy Estacio - Cruz
2nd Vanessa joy Malate
3rd Madelene Barcial
BIKINI – OPEN TALL
1st Jen Kyla Alcan
2nd Rix Hernandez
3rd Louise Theunis
BIKINI -- MOMMA
1st Vanessa Joy Malate
2nd Richelle Cailao
3rd Laila Saballa
WOMENS FITNESS – FIRST TIMERS
1st Vanessa Joy Malate
2nd Jam Fornier
WOMENS FITNESS – NOVICE
1st Zezette Ceniza
2nd Jen Kyla Alcan
3rd Frances Claire Castillo
WOMENS FITNESS -- OPEN
1st Zezette Ceniza
WOMENS FIGURE
1st Christine Chinn
SPORTS MODEL
1st Alniel Marie Membreve
2nd Jam Fornier
MENS PHYSIQUE FIRST TIMERS – CLASS A
1st Andrew Rafael Fruelda Ysmael
2nd Christian Roi Legaspi
3rd JC Kalacas
MENS PHYSIQUE FIRST TIMERS – CLASS B
1st Julius Nakpil
2nd John Calvin Raymundo
3rd Gabriel Jarabata
MENS PHYSIQUE FIRST TIMERS – CLASS C
1st Jordan Zebastian Santos
2nd Kenneth Lawrence Manansala
3rd Pablo Tuarez
MENS PHYSIQUE NOVICE – CLASS A
1st Marc Cyrill Bonilla
2nd Ong Hermo
3rd John Marvel Gapas
MENS PHYSIQUE NOVICE – CLASS B
1st Dafillo Yub Leones
2nd Justine Aeron Anselmo
3rd Marvin Marlou Salcedo
MENS PHYSIQUE NOVICE – CLASS C
1st Angelo Dela Cruz Lagardo
2nd Christian Roi Legaspi
3rd Vincent Louie Ruloma
MENS PHYSIQUE – OVER 30 YEARS OLD
1st Ray Gomez
2nd Angelo Dela Cruz Largado
3rd JC Kalacas
MENS PHYSIQUE – UNDER 30 YEARS OLD, CLASS A
1st John Crescenciano Joseph de Castro
2nd Vincent Louie Ruloma
3rd Andrew Rafael Fruelda Ysmael
MENS PHYSIQUE – UNDER 30 YEARS OLD, CLASS B
1st Jamie Luis Sy
2nd Jan Rod Riel Balmes
3rd Dafillo Yub Leones
MENS PHYSIQUE – OPEN TALL
1st Ray Gomez
2nd Angelo Dela Cruz Largado
3rd Vincent Louie Ruloma
MENS PHYSIQUE – OPEN SHORT
1st Jan Rod Riel Balmes
2nd John Cresenciano Joseph De Castro
3rd Justine Aeron Anselmo
PRO WINNERS
Mens Physique Ray Gomez
Bodybuilding Stanly Chiu Inso
Classic Physique Jamies Luis Sy
Mens Fitness Vijay Raja
Bikini Wendy Estacio - Cruz
Womens Fitness Zezette Ceniza
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