Back in 1995 , I was introduced by the great Ade Rai of Indonesia to Mr Lou Zwick of American Sports Network, the very same person who created the world coveted natural bodybuilding show called Musclemania.I was aesthetic when the president of American Sports Network(ASN) himself called me.We had long chats about how he wanted to expand his shows to Asia and wanted me involved with this project.
Well , after many years of obstacles , finally Musclemania made its way to the shores of Malaysia,October 9th 2004.It was a moment of joy to many bodybuilders in this region.With hopes of making a name for themselves in the international bodybuilding scene , many of these wishful thinking bodybuilders came to participate.This first show did pretty well despite the many obstacles we had from the local bodybuilding association.
Now , the president of ASN had his show in Asia , packed his bags and went back to the US of A , to sell his program to ESPN , something which he has promised even our Sports Minister that this show will be featured on air.After waiting for almost a year , NOTHING! And that's not all.The winners of their respective classes were not awarded their prizes either.It doesn't stop there.The events company that I was working with to organise this show was not even paid whatever balance outstanding.
When asked , the president gave all sorts of excuses why he didn't want to pay up.Eventually the events company was so fed up that they wrote the outstanding balance off as bad debts , the athletes on the other hand , decided to no longer associate themselves with Musclemania.They were sentenced to two years suspension by the local bodybuilding federation for their participation in the Musclemania Asia show.A big slap from both sides.Everyone felt robbed , especially me.
I stuck my neck out for this show , thinking that this would be a great business venture and to help promote my favourite sport to reach the masses.BOY WAS I DEAD WRONG!
Today , I have severed all ties with Mr.Lou Zwick of ASN for the stunt he pulled.I'm also serving an indefinite suspension from my association for aiding the events company to host this show.
These two bodybuilding association turns out to be rivals for a long time.Me helping the events company that was handling ASN's show was a major blow for me simply because i'm now caught inbetween their politics.
In the end , the biggest loser out of this all is ME.What to do? Write an appeal letter to my association explaining my situation and hopefully they grant me leniency on this matter.
Why don't I compete in Musclemania? Never!Not after the shit i've seen coming from Mr Zwick.Its no wonder many of the champs of Musclemania left.A lesson to be learnt by me I guess.I will still continue to pump iron.Afterall it is my passion to workout hard even though I may no longer compete.Whatever it is , being stuck inbetween their politics suck big time.
ME (right) before - 1986.......and after (top) in 1999 when i won MR ASIA (heavyweight).How many times have you heard people saying "I HAVE NO TIME!" or "NO MONEY!" or "I'M TOO OLD LAH!" when asked to join a gym to exercise and stay fit? Probably 8 out of 10 times if you ask me.
To answer some of these questions....well , one only needs about 45 minutes perhaps 3-4 times a week to get into shape.No money for gym fees?At ULTIMATE GYM , it only costs RM90 monthly...thats like spending RM3 only each day.You'd probably blow that RM3 on other stuff anyways so why not spend it for your health?Then there's that "I'M TOO OLD LAH!" statement.What a crock of shit!!!You are never too old for anything!I've trained guys well into their 70's and they have made positive progress.Heck!One 73 year old guy outlifts the teenages even!!!
I guess at the end of the day , it all boils down to whether you want to do it or not.Hopefully the mentallity of Malaysians will shift to a more positive direction in the years to come.Afterall , it is their own health thats at stake.
Go figure!
For many Malaysians , exercising to stay healthy seems such a chore.Instead , many prefer to "lepak" at stalls or coffee joints rather than improving on one's health and fitness.
Saying that , i guess many are switching to gym activities slowly yet surely.There's a huge market for the fitness industry in Malaysia as you see numerous gyms popping up everywhere like mushrooms.They provide clients with high end equipments and coaching services...all for a price!!!
Yup , basically you will have to pay through your nose just to be a member of such establishments , and mind you , coaching services are another story.It all adds up at the end of the day.
So , where can the avarage joe with limited income go to?
Well , ULTIMATE GYM in Wangsa Maju is the answer.My gym may not be furnished with glossy imported equipments , BUT , one thing is certain tho....anyone can afford the rates we charge here.More importantly , we provide proper training for whatever your objectives may be , by yours truly of course , Terry Gallyot.With almost 19 years of experience backing me , and the rates that i charge , people wonder if i'm for real.Why you ask?Well , the answer is simple.My services are very affordable.Where else can you find a professional enough coach and a decent gym at a very affordable rate? The answer is NO WHERE EXCEPT AT ULTIMATE GYM!!!
So , if you are thinking of getting with the program , then look no further.All the details are on the banner posted with this article.
Greetings and welcome to my blog.First of all,i would like to take this opportunity to briefly introduce myself.
My name is TERRY GALLYOT and was born in the historical city of Malacca,Malaysia on the 17th of July,1969.I’m Eurasian,a mix of French,German,Chinese and Siamese.
As a kid,I have always been fascinated by such powerful physiques owned by bodybuilders that I have seen in magazines and television, and it then dawned upon to look like my idols. Back in 1987, at the age of 17,I decided to start weight training.I have never looked back since and have won numerous bodybuilding titles from state to national and even international levels.
Then, in 1991,i accomplished yet another one of my ambitions,and that was to own my own gym,hence the establishment of ULTIMATE GYM.Here,I offer proper programs and facilities to all my clients,whatever their objectives may be. As to where will I be a few years from now?To turn pro and promote my own bodybuilding shows not forgetting,expanding ULTIMATE GYM.
Have a fun filled tour of my site,
Yours Truly
TERRY GALLYOT
1999 Heavyweight Mr. Asia.
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