Cathy Savage Fitness

Before I met Cathy, competing was all about winning. Needless to say, I experienced a lot of disappointments and had a negative attitude. Cathy became my mentor and brought the best out of me. In no time, her support and that of our "team" catapulted me into national level competition. Now competing is fun and I've bonded with lots of terrific women. I love how Cathy sees potential in everyone regardless of their ability level. She simply encourages all of us to "do what we do best". Cathy coaches me "soup to nuts" on my presentation. She is so involved in the fitness industry that she has a knack for coming up with new gimmicks to help me stand out in an extremely competitive arena. For proof of her many success stories check out the top women of every show, chances are most of them are "Savage Girls". What are YOU waiting for???!!!

Dawn Butterfield
2007 Fitness Universe Champion
2007 Fitness Kumite Classic Champion
2006 Fitness America World Champion
2006 NPC New York Fitness Champion
2006 Fitness America Kumite Classic Fitness Champion
2006 NPC New England Champion
2006 Ms Fitness Massachusetts Champion
3 time Fitness Atlantic Champion

Cathy is amazing, plain and simple. If any of you out there are planning to compete in fitness or figure or bikini, you must do yourself a favor and work with Cathy. The positive atmosphere she creates, is one of a kind and you will make lifelong friends. She knows what it takes to bring out the champion in all of us! I can also thank Cathy for my nickname., Krispy Kreme".

Alicia Marie
2006 Body Rock figure champion
Bikini Universe Champion, 2004
FAME Pittsburgh Champion, 2004
South Beach Bikini Champion

When I first started to compete, I just got into the sport with no idea what I was doing. I didn't know how to walk, stand, or even do my turns. ( ask Cathy she will tell you ) LOL. When I met Cathy and her amazing team of girls they introduced me to all the ins and outs of Competing. Cathy as well, invited me to one of her camps, and it was beyond helpful and extreme fun!! You learn so much not only about competing but about yourself; whether its strength, nutrition, make-up, your dance moves or just even self confidence. After that amazing weekend, I went home with all of the above. Since I started working with the Savage team, I've met great new friends, knowledge, and also set goals for myself. Cathy and her team have given me so much drive and passion to push and challenge myself to the next level. Now not only do I have fun, but I'm excelling fitness modeling and building strong relationships with my savage sisters.
They are so supportive and have positive energy all the time !! Love you guys and the sky is OUR limit!!!!

Lindsay Messina
2008 Fitness Universe, 3rd place
2008 Bikini Universe, 5th place
2008 Fitness Atlantic, Runner up
2007 Model Worlds, runner up
2007 Bikini Worlds, runner up
2007 Bikni Universe, 5th place
2007 Bikini Atlantic Overall Champion
2007 Model Atlantic Champion
2007 Fitness Universe, Bikini 5th place
2006 Bikini America World runner up, Hollywood
2006 Fitness America New York, Bikini Champion
2006 Fitness Atlantic, Bikini Overall Champion

What can I say about Cathy? When I started to compete, I wasn't completely focused. I had so many other things going on in my life. Well, the first two years of competing, I placed adequately but I knew I could do better. Once I started taking the preparation process more seriously, I started to place higher and even win some events. Cathy was so dedicated to help me make the appropriate changes to my body and my stage presentation. Boy, did I need help! However, from the time I started to the present day, Cathy never gave up on me. She cared about me when I was placing low the same way she cares about me now!

In 2003, I hurt my hamstring and I was afraid I wasn't going to be able to compete. Before going onstage, Cathy held my hand and said, "Toneka, pain is temporary, pride is forever". I ended up placing third in that major event with 30 girls, pulled hamstring and all! I will never forget those words Cathy said to me. She knew how hard I had worked for that event and she wasn't about to let me give up. I have been working with Cathy since 2000 - I know that we will be friends long after I retire.

Toneka Pires
2007 Fitness America Worlds, 4th place
2006 NPC Bodyrock Fitness Champion
2006 NPC New York, Fitness, 2nd place
Bikini Atlantic Champion 2003
Nations Capital Bikini Champion 2003
Fitness America New York Fitness and Bikini Champion 2004
Fitness America Capital Classic Champion 2004
Miss Fitness Rhode Island 2004

I must admit, I was a skeptic. I thought that the training & diet would be enough, after all, I took 1st place at my 1st show. But, as I entered national level shows, I was getting into the top 10 just by chance, & I soon realized that stage presentation, posing, sportswear & bikini selection, hair, makeup- it really was a total package that I needed to present�and I didn't have a clue!! Not only was I missing major components of my 'exterior package', but I was struggling inside as well. Self-confidence, eating disorder demons, Cathy saw all this, but she never judged me, or made me feel bad about who I was. She had the uncanny ability to see the best in me & believe in me, even before I did!! Her pride, care, sincerity, and love of this sport are infectious and working with her has not only made a difference in my placings, (1st place Bikini-Fitness Atlantic, Overall Bikini Champion-Kumite Classic, 4th place Ms. Bikini Universe) but on my inner spirit as well. I'm so proud to be considered a Savage Girl- they are amongst the most amazing women I've ever met!

Megan Hoffman
2007 Bikini Worlds, 2nd place-tall
2007 Model Universe, 3rd place
2007 Bikini Universe, 4th place
2007 Kumite Classic, Bikini Overall Champion
2007 Bikini Atlantic, 1st place

There are no words to describe the Savage Team. I signed up for my first show 3 years ago and realized that I had no idea what I was doing. LOL! I found Cathy on the internet and met with her ASAP. Since that first day we met she has given me the confidence to be the best in everything I do in life. I have never met anyone like her nor Jodi or Paula. They always make each person feel special in there own individual way. Now I have the honor to be apart of that team and pass on what they have taught me. There is nothing better then to make friends around the country and to compete in something I truly love to do. Cathy and the Savage Team are giving girls around the country a healthier and happier way of life and I�m proud to be apart of that. EVERYONE IS PHENONMIAL!!!!!!

Kelly Schreck
2008 Bikini Universe overall champion
2008 Fitness Atlantic Bikini and Fitness Champion
2007 Bikini Worlds 4th place, 10th in Fitness
2007 Fitness America Bikini NY Champion
2007 Fitness Universe 8th Bikini, 12th Fitness
2007 Fitness Atlantic Bikini 4th place, 5th Fitness

I started competing in 1997 in which I made my own costumes, music, and bathing suits. Although I did well at the Regional shows, I quickly learned that I needed professional help to excel at the National level. Cathy utilized my talents and choreographed top-notch routines. Cathy not only knows how to prepare women for the physique and routine rounds, she is a great motivator and instills confidence in each one of her athletes. Cathy has earned the respect as being a significant influence in the fitness arena and will continue to be a great resource for competitors.

Working with Cathy not only improved my performance and placings on stage, it has also allowed me to make new friends and be part of a team. It is great to know so many women so many talented, athletic, and dedicated women that are beautiful both inside and outside. The best part of competing is making new friends and enhancing those friendships on and off the stage. I have several trophies in my basement collecting dust. These metal of achievements represent years of dedication and hard work in competitive fitness. Although these trophies are hidden away from everyday viewing, the
memories are often thought of and cherished on a daily basis. The friends, especially Cathy, are the trophies that I will cherish and admire the most!"

Wendi West
Fitness Universe Champion
Fitness Canada National Champion

When I first decided I was going to do Fitness America Pageants, I figured I would try to do everything on my own my first year. I found out about Camp Savage through the internet, and decided to go and take in as much as possible about competing. The camp was amazing and I learned such an incredible amount, but what shocked me was that Cathy was so willing to help when she did not really know me yet. She also supported me at my 1st show. That is when I realized that she wasn't in it just for the competitive aspect of the sport, but that she really wants to help each girl be the best person they can be through fitness. Needless to say, my routine, since I had done it on my own, needed some tweaking. Cathy was there from show to show to teach me and fix some of my poor choices of costume, music selection, etc. She just knows every aspect of competing so well!! Although I did okay my first year competing, I knew that I could do so much better with Cathy's choreography and guidance from the start. So far I've placed 2nd in the Fitness Universe Pageant, but most importantly, am having more fun than ever now that I'm part of such a great team! She's super talented, an amazing friend, a lot of fun, and will make every women who works with her shine like the brightest star in the sky!

Rhianna DaCruz
2005 Fitness America World Championships, 2nd place
Fitness Universe Runner Up 2005
Fitness Atlantic, 2nd place 2004
Fitness New York, Runner Up 2004
Fitness America Nationals 6th place 2004

2006 was the first year I started working with Cathy Savage and it has been a truly amazing and incredibly beneficial experience. Not only did she prepare me for the stage but she also helped me to feel more confident as an athlete and a performer. I showed tremendous improvement from 2005 to 2006 placing 15th overall in 2005 Fitness Universe and 2nd overall after working with Cathy in 2006. Although I live in Canada, being part of Savage group still provides me with the support and motivation while I train for shows on my own. Cathy Savage is a truly inspirational woman and she has been such a positive influence in the fitness industry, creating a network of confident, supportive and talented women that I've met while participating in competitions. They have also inspired me in number of ways and now I have my own network of support across the continent. It feels great to have such a strong support system that you can learn from. Cathy is a great coach and she was able to bring out the fitness athlete in me. If you are looking to compete in your first show, want to improve on your previous performances, or simply bring out the confident and healthy potential inside of you, Cathy Savage is the way to go!

Liana Saddi
2007 Fitness Universe, 5th place
2006 Fitness America top ten finalist - World Championship
2006 Fitness Universe, 2nd place
2006 Fitness America top ten finalist - World Championship
2006 Fitness Canada, 2nd place

The first show I ever watched live was the 2004 Fitness Universe Pageant in Miami. I saw all the fitness stars I had already seen on ESPN & read about in Oxygen, ie:Wendi West, Dawn Butterfield, Sylvia Tremblay, etc. I competed that same year in California at the Bikini America Pageant and again in 2005 in the Bikini Universe Pageant which is where I met Cathy Savage. She came up to me to tell me congrats & how beautiful I looked! She then invited me to her camp that summer where I shared my interest in competing in fitness. Cathy and her assistant, Paula put together a routine where I performed it at the 2006 Fitness Universe Pageant placing 1st in the bikini round & 12th overall for the very first time!!! Thank you so much Cathy Savage Fitness!!!

Danielle McGlynn
2006 Bikini America World Champion
2006 Fitness Universe Pageant 1st in bikini 12th overall
2006 FAME Pro Fitness Model
2005 Bikini America Pageant 4th place
2005 Bikini Universe Pageant 2nd runner up
2005 Ms.Bikini South Beach 1st runner up
Cover of Natural Muscle Magazine
Cover of Fisico y Fitness Magazine

I first met Cathy at Fitness Universe 2004. I had seen her with the other Savage Girls at previous competitions and thought to myself," Boy, I would love to be part of her team." But not living in the Massachusetts area, I thought it wouldn't be possible. But with Cathy, anything is possible!! I have been part of the Savage Team ever since and even though living out of town, I feel just as part of the group as if I were living in Mass. Cathy has helped me excel as a fitness competitor and as a person. I have so much more confidence in myself than I ever had. Cathy makes you feel like you are the best there is! What I love so much about the Savage team is the lifelong friends I have made and will continue to make. All of the girls are there to help and encourage each other, which is what makes competing so much fun. With Cathy, anything is possible!!

Amber Ameredes
2007 Bikini Worlds, 4th place
2007 Fitness America Worlds, 3rd place
2007 Fitness Universe 6th place
2007 Kumite Fitness, 3rd place
2006 Bikini America Tall 3rd place
2nd runner up Bikini Universe 2006
9th place Fitness America Nationals 2005
2005 Fitness Pittsburgh Champion 2005
2nd place Bikini Pittsburgh 2005
2006 Ms Fitness North Carolina champion
2006 Bikini America World championships, top ten

Competing in Fitness has always been one of my dreams. However, without any dance or gymnastics training, I never believed competing was a possibility. Then I met Cathy Savage and everything changed. Cathy has helped me with every aspect of the fitness industry; training, nutrition, suit choices, stage presentation, make-up, hair, finding the right fitness theme, choosing music and choreography.

When I started training with Cathy not only did my physique start changing but I became more self confident! Fearful that I would not be able to perform a fitness routine, Cathy took my yoga background coupled with my inability to dance, and came up with a nerd theme. She is able to take any competitor and chose a fitness theme, routine, and music that best fits that competitor's personality and abilities.

Fulfilling one of my dreams is only one of the gifts Cathy has given me. She also invited me into the Savage Family. Getting to travel, train and compete with the other Savage Girls makes competing even more fun! I have made friends for life!

Amy Kasden
2008 Fitness Atlantic, 8th place
Kumite Classic, May 2007, 5th Place Fitness
INBF Fitness April 2007, 4th Place
Ms. Fitness July 2006, 4th place
Fitness Atlantic 2006, 6th place Bikini
USBF April 2006, 1st Place Open Tall Class and Overall Novice Winner

In April of 2005 I attended my first fitness show as an observer. I will never forget how flawless all of Cathy’s girls were- from head to toe, each one of them had the total package. It was that very moment that I realized 2 things: I was born to compete, and I wanted no other than Cathy to help me make my dreams come true.

I have been honored to work closely with Cathy over the past year. I have seen vast improvements in not only my physique, stage presentation, and performance, but also in my confidence. She has inspired me more than she will ever know. Cathy has taught me to believe in myself as a performer and as an athlete as well. She is absolutely amazing, and I couldn’t see myself going on this journey of competing without her beside me every step of the way!

Annette Perry
2008 Bikini Universe Champion, short class
2008 Fitness Universe, 5th place
2007 Bikini New York Champion, short class
Bikni Universe 2007- 3rd place
Fitness Universe- 12th place
Fitness Atlantic 2007- Bikini- 5th place
Natural Ocean State NPC 2007- Overall Figure Champion, 1st place Sport Model Division
Bikini Universe 2006- 7th place
Fitness Atlantic 2006- Bikini- 8th place

I don't even know where to start trying to explain what the Cathy Savage team has done for my life. The Savage team has given me a happier, healthier life, full of energy, and has made me a better 'me' for myself and my loved ones. That may sound WAY to good to be true, but looking back, I feel like a totally different person. I just felt that I was lacking direction and confidence, and that was affecting all areas of my life.

When I saw my first Fitness America Pageant on TV, I thought to myself 'I'm gonna do that!' (or at least look like them). I loved how powerful and confident they looked with all those muscles and beauty! Coming from a very heavy family where my only memories are associated with sitting around for hours eating, drinking, talking, and watching TV, this dream seemed unattainable. I was gaining weight at a very young age and was overly aware of it. I started exercising with my older sister when I was 12 (for real, ask me about Denise Austin, haha). You'd think I'd have it perfected, but that was not the case. I spent the next eleven years eating too much of what I thought was healthy food (what?.. a box of snack wells washed down by a fat-free Yoo-hoo isn't healthy?) and trying every crazy exercise and diet fad out there.

About a month before I attended Camp Savage I was almost burnt out. I wanted to do a figure competition so I was working out 2 hours a day, and my diet was all over the place. One week, not enough food, then the next week was totally overboard. I was eating food I thought was good for me, but was loaded with fat and sugar disguised in a really healthy looking box! I was seeing very little change, and I was so sore, lethargic, and cranky, that I couldn't have paid someone to hang out with me!

While suffering through an hour of cardio, I saw an article about Camp Savage and I went In Jan 2007. The world suddenly became clear to me! Not only did my dream become attainable, but I learned to have balance. We were taught how to eat and workout SMARTER, not harder!! I learned you need to have a life, and surround yourself with strong family and friendships. I also finally felt like I had SUPPORT! I had a whole team of women backing me, cheering me on, and ready to help if I needed it! Most importantly, I had people to hold me accountable! (Warning: if you tell them your gonna do something, you better want it, cuz your gonna do it!) I went to camp thinking I was gonna learn how to compete, and I left learning how to have a healthy life.

I did my first NPC Figure competition in April 2007 and placed 2nd! I felt so ready and prepared when I got there because of all that I had learned. I was so excited that I scheduled a phone consultation with Cathy in order to find out what to do next! That's when I decided to compete in the Fitness America World Championships in Hollywood. Again, with their guidance, I took 3rd in Ms. Bikini America (tall class) and 4th in Ms. Figure America (tall class)! Just being there was an opportunity of a lifetime. Best of all, I made some life-long friends! Without the confidence, knowledge, and support I would never have been able to fulfill a dream and learn that you create your own destiny.

I am continually blown away and inspired everyday by all of my Savage Sisters. Their determination and ability to overcome obstacles while maintaining their strong family life is amazing. I am so proud to be a part of all of you!

Lori Harder
Minnesota
2008 Figure Universe, Figure, 3rd place
2008 Figure Atlantic Champion, tall class
2007 Musclemania Figure Worlds, 4th place
2007 Bikini America Worlds, 3rd place

When I started competing as a teenager about 10 years ago, I was one of those fitness competitors who “didn’t quite get it”. In 2003, I heard a few girls backstage raving about Cathy’s choreography, so the next spring I flew to Boston to have her create a routine for me. Not only did she do that, but she helped me with my heel walking, quarter turns, strength moves, and anything else I needed for show preparation. If I had a chance to spend this weekend with Cathy 5 years earlier, I think my fitness career would have a much different history!

My competition placings moved much higher, but most importantly, I finally had confidence in myself on stage. I knew that I had worked with the best and I could be proud of what I was performing. Not only that, I also felt comfortable giving advice to newer competitors! Now in Madison, WI we have a group of fitness and figure girls who I help using Cathy’s training and philosophy.

What really makes Cathy and her staff shine goes much beyond the great choreography and stage skills. They all have a positive energy that cannot be explained until you are in the same room with them. No girl can become a fitness competitor overnight, but after going to Camp Savage or meeting with them personally at their studio, she will leave with the tools, motivation, and positivity needed to climb to the top.

Shana Martin
Madison, WI
http://www.shanamartin.com

2005 Ms. Fitness Michigan Champion
2005 Fitness America World Championships – 13th place
2007 Women’s Tri Fitness World Championships 1st in age class
2007 Women’s Tri Fitness Fall Classic 2nd overall, 1st in routines
2007 Fitness America World Championship – 5th Place

For years I have dreamed of competing in a fitness competition but it wasn't until I met Cathy that this fantasy became a reality. From music selection
to choreography to stage preperation, she truly is the fairy godmother of fitness and figure. Not only have I found the sport of fitness, but I also have a second family of fellow competitors and enthusiasts as apart of Team Savage. This entire support system has carried me to a level of personal and professional success I would have never thought possible. Keep dreaming-let Cathy take care of the rest.

Mandi Stefanczak
Fitness South Beach Champion
WNSO Fitness Beantown Champion
Fitness Universe, 4th place, 2005
NPC Northeast Tournament of Champions-Fitness and Figure Champion 2005
Fitness America New York, runner up 2005
Ms Fitness/OCB Yankee Homecoming Massachusetts 2005

After attending a fitness event, I was greatly impacted by the talent I saw and the coaching of Cathy Savage. I contacted Cathy and my life took a turn that I could only have dreamed of. Not only did fitness fill my competitive void, but I also became involved with a lifelong group of friends known as the Savage Girls. No matter what federation you compete in, they are always there to give you the support you need to make yourself the best that you can be, You never feel like you compete against each other, rather you feed off of one another and you want to see everyone succeed! Its amazing to see the first time competitors transform to become champions, with the help of Cathy and the whole team!

Cathy brings out all your strengths and takes care of your weaknesses! Even more so, she has the experience for all aspects of the sport. She will be your coach, your friend, your mentor and your mom all at once! The only thing you have to do is believe in yourself and commit to a team that will never let you down! I can not imagine competing without the support of all of the Savage Girls. An individual doesnt win-its a team effort.

Kristi Wills
NPC Jr USA Champion
NPC Pittsburgh Champion
NPC Team Universe and National top 5 finalist

I can remember walking in to see Cathy Savage in August of 2005, the first thing she said to me was "Look at those delts!!" I was preparing for my first show (October 2005, CAPE COD NATURAL-OCB, which I placed first in Novice and first in over-all and best poser) and was all excited to meet Cathy so she could choreograph a funky-fresh routine for me (to a Van Halen mix).

With her expertise, spunky personality and professionalism, Cathy whipped up a wonderful routine for me within no time. It was such a great routine I used it over and over again. Not to mention, it was also used when I won the INBF 2005 Monster Mash and qualified for Pro status with the WNBF, and when I won the Over-all WNBF Pro American Cup on May 5, 2007. With the help and enthusiam of Cathy Savage I have won every competition I have attempted (3 for3)!!!!!

Not only does Cathy do a wonderful job with choreography, she is a motivator who will make anyone feel positive, beautiful and special. Her TEAM SPIRIT approach is a rare quality and truly takes a special person to be able to extend their heart and soul to make anyone feel part of her life.

I feel extremely priviledged to know and to have had the opportunity to work with Cathy and her wonderful TEAM! GO TEAM SAVAGE!!!!!!

Elaine Goodrow
WNBF Bodybuilding Pro

I knew Cathy for a number of years through E-mails, but I didn't officially meet Cathy until June 2004 at the Fitness Universe where Wendi West was crowned. I knew her body of work through the competitor's she had worked with and the friend's I shared with her, such as, Dawn Butterfield, Wendi West,, Toneka Pires, Jennifer Tedford Zuba just to name a few in her repertoire. I had choreographed my own routines up till my win in 2003 with Fitness America. I was out of ideas and I really needed some fresh ideas and eyes for my next routine. Cathy "the Almighty" was willing and eager to work with me. Alongside her was another talented lady named, Paula Harvey (another dancer). I traveled to Boston for her annual winter fitness extravaganza, and with the three of us working together we completed my routine in less than hour 1/2 and performing it. In that time period, I was so amazed and intrigued with the knowledge this lady knew about the industry and the different organizations were truly looking for. In all honesty there are only 3 people that I go to for advice and Cathy is definitely one of them. I am proud to call Cathy my friend.

Valarie Brown Stephens
Fitness America Champion 2003
WNSO Pro Fitness Athlete

Cathy not only helped me with my choreography but I am also one of her designers. I have been blessed to be able to design beautiful suits and costumes for many of the Savage Girls. Cathy is a perfectionist when it comes to making sure her girls have the best suits and look the best. Her clients always have the best stage presentation and the most exciting routines. I love coming to camp and seeing all the girls-it is one big happy family. I enjoy working with Cathy and her staff as it is like a family of women who help each other and support one another.

Sylvia Tremblay
Fitness Canada Champion
Fitness America Champion
MS Fitness Canada Champion