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IFBB President Receives By Rob Wilkins, Special Assistant to the IFBB
Styria, Austria, famous for its castles and dense forest is also the birthplace of California Governor and seven-time Mr. Olympia, Arnold Schwarzenegger. In 1992, Styria hosted the IFBB Men’s World Championships. During the championships, his Excellency, the Honourable Joseph Kreiner, Governor of Styria and an active sportsman presented Ben Weider , President of the IFBB the distinguished Knights Cross to recognize his tireless efforts in the promotion of fitness and positive benefits of sports throughout the world. The Knights Cross is one of the most prestigious awards presented by the Austrian government. “It was a great honor to receive the Knights Cross from the Austrian government for my contributions to physical fitness and health. Through a bodybuilding program, one develops strength and discipline - essential components to succeed in life. Healthy, fit citizens make positive contributions to their country and to the world at large,” said Weider. A recipient of the Order of Canada, Order of Quebec, French Legion of Honor, and a Nobel Peace Prize nominee, Weider is also a world-renowned authority on Napoleon and is the International President and Founder of the International Napoleonic Society. The ’92 World Championships were a huge success and as an added bonus, native-son, Johann Schatz won first-place in the 80 kg (176 lbs) weight class. Over his long and distinguished career, Weider has been the recipient of many foreign decorations and awards however, the Knights Cross remains one of his most cherished awards. For the most current information related to the IFBB, visit the web site at www.ifbb.com Rob Wilkins is a Master Sergeant in the US Air Force stationed at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C. Wilkins is also a Special Assistant to the International Federation of Bodybuilding & Fitness (IFBB) and a recipient of the IFBB Gold Medal. To contact Wilkins, e-mail him at robifbb@yahoo.com
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