How do you think BobChick is doing as Athlete's Rep?

[Steve_Colescott]

I've been catching up on my podcasts and just caught an episode of Pro Bodybuilding World with the following quote:

“I thought he was already I pro. I just didn’t know who he was. I just figured he was a pro from Europe or somewhere else.”
-Bob Cicherrillo, IFBB Athlete’s Rep referring to Zak Kahn

Is it just me or does it seem like he should be more on top of things than this? How do you look out for the concerns of a group of athlete's when you don't even know who makes up the group? Should he change his title to Administrative Rep?

Thoughts? Comments? Insights?

[fatbackgoal]

Bob is only out for one person and that is Bob. If he really wanted to be an athlete rep he would be pushing for more ideas that would move the sport forward. I think he has his own agenda and that is all.

[MsGuns]

I've been catching up on my podcasts and just caught an episode of Pro Bodybuilding World with the following quote:

“I thought he was already I pro. I just didn’t know who he was. I just figured he was a pro from Europe or somewhere else.”
-Bob Cicherrillo, IFBB Athlete’s Rep referring to Zak Kahn

Is it just me or does it seem like he should be more on top of things than this? How do you look out for the concerns of a group of athlete's when you don't even know who makes up the group? Should he change his title to Administrative Rep?

Thoughts? Comments? Insights?

I have a question...do the competitors vote for these reps?
Because I think the competitors would pick someone in the know.

[Steve_Colescott]

Great question, MsGuns. My guess is NO but I'd be interested to hear from anyone with inside info. There used to be talk in the past about Ben Weider's President status and no elections. Perhaps its just a business markleted to look like a democratic organization?

[freak]

does a union rep know every member of the union? nope!

[Steve_Colescott]

And a Congressman doesn't know all his constituents either, but how many active male pro bodybuilders fall under his purview?

[freak]

And a Congressman doesn't know all his constituents either, but how many active male pro bodybuilders fall under his purview?

its the same concept. you dont have to know each individual of a group in order to represent them for their best interest.

[American Bulldog]

He's doing this.

[MsGuns]

Great question, MsGuns. My guess is NO but I'd be interested to hear from anyone with inside info. There used to be talk in the past about Ben Weider's President status and no elections. Perhaps its just a business markleted to look like a democratic organization?

I would like to hear from some Pros too.

[buckimscl]

The work he does is pro bono.

[LayItDown]

i think he was referring to when he saw him a few years back at one of the Expos. not now

[s1cfuc]

dave should be athletic rep hands down.

[Steve_Colescott]

dave should be athletic rep hands down.

Since he is helping prep some of the guys in the shows, that might not fly so well (plus, its unlikely Dave can squeeze more work into his day).

Sadly, I think if they found someone that did the job well, they would have to get rid of them.

[MaverickMan]

I think Bob is a little more interested in furthering his own public face, than actually representing professional bodybuilders.

The IFBB Athletes Rep should be a full-time, paid position. Not something you do on the side whenever you feel so inclined.

[Jon Bodin]

I think the rep should be somebody who isn't afraid of rocking the boat if it is in the best interests of the athletes. Bob & Shawn before him just seem to tow the company line instead of truly looking out for the athletes. I think someone like Milos would be a good rep.