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SATURDAY, JANUARY 28
3:00-3:45 p.m. (Room #405)

"For Men Only" by the IFBB Pro Men Seminar Panel

Presented by: Ronnie Coleman, Mike Sable, Tomm Voss, Roland Kickinger, Chris Cormier, Jerome Ferguson, Joe Antouri, Troy Moore…and more!

This seminar is the first one of its kind being presented at TheFitExpo that not only personal trainers but anyone who would like to attend can learn from the best in the industry! The "For Men Only" panel features some of the best IFBB Pro's who will share their experiences and tell you how education is the key to their success. Join them and learn what they teach all over the world! Stop by the PROPTA booth in the Expo Hall to get your ticket to attend this FREE class.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 28
2:00-2:45 p.m. (Room #405)

"How to Become a Successful Athlete and Business Owner" Seminar

Joe Antouri's 35 years career in the Fitness and Bodybuilding industry has earned him top awards and recognition all over the World. Joe is the Founder of "PROPTA" the Personal Trainers Association educational courses that are currently given in 183 countries in 5 languages. His translated books are implemented as courses in some universities and colleges in Europe and the Middle East. He currently teaches for the Federal Government and is involved in educating Federal personal.

Attend this seminar to find out how Joe accomplished his goals and learn to become the business person you always wanted to be! Find out from Joe how to secure your future and prosper in the health and fitness industry! PROPTA is the only recognized educational organization officially endorsed by the largest fitness and bodybuilding organization in the world the IFBB PRO League.

BIOGRAPHY:

Joe Antouri started his career in fitness and nutrition more than 33 years ago. After attending University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), University of Southern California (USC), California State University Northridge (CSUN) and West Coast University, he acquired a degree in Science and the knowledge base from which to develop his career. Joe operated the nutritional departments at World Gym and Gold's Gym for more than twenty years and consequently, is widely regarded as one of the most knowledgeable individuals in the industry due to his extensive experience in nutrition and counseling. During the time he operated the nutritional departments at World Gym and Gold's Gym, Joe practiced what he preached. His passion for health, fitness and the sculpted physique aided in his determination to compete for prestigious bodybuilding awards nationally and internationally, as did his desire to excel. As a competitor, he placed first at the Mr. Los Angeles, Mr. Southern California, Mr. California, Mr. USA, World Bodybuilding Championships and Iron Man, amongst other titles. Because of his titles and accomplishments, Joe was featured in several publications worldwide including Muscle and Fitness, Iron Man Magazine, Muscular Development, Modern Bodybuilding, Planet Muscle, Strength and Health Magazine and the Los Angeles Times. Today, he writes columns and articles on dieting, health and exercise in numerous publications including Muscle and Fitness, LA Weekly, Max Muscle, Planet Muscle, The Palisadian Post, SCLARK News (for government employees), Edge Magazine, Frontiers Magazine and Entertainment Today. Having a vision for excellence in fitness and nutrition, Joe set out to develop a certification program that would provide the highest level of curriculum in the fitness trainer's arena. From this vision, the U.S. Private Trainers Association was born. The U.S. Private Trainers Association (USPTA/PROPTA) offers elite, university-level education toward certification as a private trainer, nutrition specialist, Olympic weightlifting coach, and/or group exercise instructor. USPTA/PROPTA has become a worldwide private training certification company managed by the IFBB PROS (International Federation of Bodybuilding). The Personal Trainers Association "USPTA/PROPTA" is approved by the California State Approving agency, GI Bill approved, , approved by the Bureau of Private Post-Secondary and Vocational Education which is nationally recognized by the United States Department of Education and Officially Endorsed by the IFBB PRO League Worldwide (203 countries strong), Officially Endorsed by the National Fitness League and accredited by the Better Business Bureau Worldwide. USPTA / PROPTA is also expanded internationally having locations in Russia, Finland, Spain, Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Portugal to name just a few. As a personal trainer, CEO and founder of the USPTA/PROPTA, Joe's clientele consists of presidents and CEO's of fortune 500 companies, doctors, and film and television executives and talent.Joe's most recent undertaking is the creation of Fitgum. His creation came about when he decided that there has to be a convenient way to help his clients manage a sensible and healthy lifestyle, along with proper eating habits and off-course exercise. After extensive research and development, Fitgum has been developed and is now being sold and distributed Internationally.Optimistic.

EDUCATION:
Nutrition & Dietetics.
Cleveland Chiropractic College
West Coast University
LA Valley College
Cal State Northridge
University of California, Los Angeles
University of Southern California, Los Angeles
American University of Beirut, Lebanon

PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIPS:
ABA Athletic Spokesman and National Judge.
AAU National Judge.
NPC National Judge.
Member of the Student Dietetic and Food Association.
Certified Professional Trainers Association.
CEO US Private Trainers Association, Inc

NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL AWARDS:
NPC-Mr. Physique USA 1st Place.
NPC-Mr. Southern California 1st Place and Overall Winner / couples 1st Place.
NPC-Mr. Los Angeles 1st Place.
AAU-Mr. Central California 1st Place & Best Poser
AAU-Mr. California 1st Place.
NPC-Superbowl of Bodybuilding Champion 1st Place.
NPC-Iron Man Champion 1st Place.
WABBA-World Bodybuilding Champion 2nd Place.
AAU-Mr. USA 1st Place and Most Muscular Award.
NPC-U.S.A. Bodybuilding Champion 3rd Place.
AAU-Nationals Bodybuilding Champion 1st Place.
NABBA-World Amateur Bodybuilding Champion 6th Place.
NABBA_World Amateur Bodybuilding Championship couples 6th Place.