10 year old in body bulding Ms. Fitness contest.
Posted by v on July 16, 2008
Maughan Wellham
AUSTRALIA: BIKINI-clad 10-year-old girl has appeared in a bodybuilding competition in Melbourne, Ms. Fitness Australia, sparking concern from health experts and family groups.
Maughan Wellham was given her own category because she was so young. Was there anyone else in that category? Organisers have said they will consider regular events for 10-year-olds.
“She looked fantastic. She even flexed her abs and the crowds went wild over it,” event organiser Tony Lanciano said. “I’ve never seen anything like that.”
Mum Michelle Wellham said she saw nothing wrong with her daughter’s daring display at the All Female Natural Muscle & Fitness Classic at the Glen Eira Auditorium last Saturday.
“Maughan wanted to do it for fun. So I investigated it. I am very protective of my children,” she said.
Australian Family Association president Angela Conway said putting the spotlight on young body shapes and passing judgment could have far- reaching consequences.
“There is a growing concern among young children about their body shape, and an increase in children coming into the Royal Children’s Hospital eating disorders unit,” she said.
Mr Lanciano, president of the Australian branch of the International Natural Bodybuilding Association, said the INBA would consider opening a new category for children aged 10-17. (News.au)
In 10 years we’ll hear about this group of sick, deformed women who look like 70 but are really only 20-27.
