‘Rise of the Machines’ bodybuilding extravaganza for Sports Hall tomorrow evening

Oct 19, 2012 Sports

Her name is Tananarive McGowan, Jamaican born but now living in Canada. She sports a well toned, muscular frame that belies femininity yet she is very much conscious of her identity. She flew into Guyana to be a part of the ‘Rise of the Machines’ show, a bodybuilding fiesta organized by the executives of the Guyana Amateur Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation (GABBFF), scheduled for the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall tomorrow evening.

Tananarive McGowan and Eustace Abrams give a sneak preview of what fans can expect at the show.

Recently she carted off the honours in the Women’s Masters Over 35 category at the Canadian National Bodybuilding Championships staged in Edmonton, Canada, August 18 last. She also earned a 4th place in the heavyweight category at that championship. Now McGowan has promised to wow her audience when she appears at the above mentioned show and she states that no one will want to miss it.
Shortly after arriving in Georgetown, Ms McGowan attended a press conference at the Olympic House, High Street Georgetown, and joined several members of the executive committee of GABBFF to brief the press of particulars of the show. Those present at the forum were President of the GABBFF, Kevon Bess, General Secretary, Videsh Sookram, Committee Member, Moressa Sookram Treasurer, Jamie McDonald and popular bodybuilder, Eustace ‘Robocop’ Abrams, who will also flex his muscles at the show.
Ms McGowan said that she has been involved in the sport for more than 17 years and has developed a great love for it. “I want all women to know that they can participate in this sport and still retain their femininity,” she said. McGowan, who hails from the country of the legendary Usain Bolt, advocated that while her countryman is the Bolt, she is the Beast.
Mr. Abrams also added his voice saying that the show will be top notched. He said that he has a special performance for those attending and he says to come expecting top quality action.
Mr. Bess said that the programme will see more than 35 bodybuilders from 10 gyms spread across the country in a glitzy, ‘don’t you dare miss it’ affair. “We’re taking the sport to a next level,” he boasted.
Several corporate entities have supported the show including Digital Technology, Trophy Stall, Bourda Market, DeSinco Trading and Sleep Inn among others. Admission into the venue is $1,000 and tickets are available at most bodybuilding gyms including Fitness Express, John and Sherriff Streets, Campbellville.