Her Fingers Orchestrate Her Dreams: Voice of the People Correspondent George Jones Interviews Upcoming Songwriter F.reelance
George: When did you first start writing songs?
F.reelance: If I can remember right, I first started writing when I was 10 years old.
George: Do you remember the first piece you’ve written? Was it a poem to a grade school crush? (Smiling)
F.reelance: I know I’m not that old lol but I honestly don’t remember the first piece I wrote...sorry couldnt tell you. (laughing) and no it wasn’t a poem to a grade school crush..maybe if it was I would remember it lol.
George: Has there ever been a time where your dream was differed in anyway? If so, how did you get back on track?
F.reelance: As far as I know, no....my dreams have been the same; I just let certain people stop me for a while. I got back on track by realizing I can no longer live my life for those that won’t support me anyway and been writing ever since.
George: Being a songwriter, is there a specific genre you cater to? Or are you well rounded?
F.reelance: I usually cater my music to R&B, but it doesn’t really matter to me...I just choose R&B because that’s what I mainly listen to. But, what I write can be for any genre, I don’t discriminate.
George: Where do you get the inspiration to write such songs?
F.reelance: I have actually a few people that inspire me. For one I have my siblings because they support me with what I want to do. They are the only ones that have lived with me and I write about certain things that have happened. Secondly, the inspiration comes from myself because I write about things that have happened to me, mistakes I've made and so on....etc...Last but not least, my BIGGEST inspiration comes from a lady im talking to. She pushes me to do my best, matter of fact, better than what I know I can do. It really gets on my nerves but I thank her for it.
George: What is your most recent work and can you tell us about it?
F.reelance: Literally this morning I finished one of my songs called 'Thank You'. It’s not your typical thank you song. It’s focused on those that aren’t supportive of me and what I do; I’m just thanking them because they've made me stronger.
George: Who in today’s industry do you feel would be the ideal candidate for you to write a song?
F.reelance: (Pause) I haven’t really thought about it. But I would write a song to an entertainer that has been through just as much as I have and probably more things than I could experience in my life. I have a couple people in mind but I’m not sure because I really don’t know them and I don’t want to make a song for someone that isn’t true.
George: In light of your era being the early 90s, how do you feel music has changed from that time period, to the new millenium?
F.reelance: Honestly, I think the music that was played in the 90's rules [over] what’s played today. Don’t get me wrong, there are alot of good songs out there, I just think 90s music was better because it focused on I say, real things. Don’t take this as an insult, because like I said there are alot of artists who do make good music I enjoy.
George: Besides yourself, who do you feel is the most talented songwriter out today?
F.reelance: I have to say Ne-Yo because he writes about things people can relate to in life. I’m not saying all the other artists aren’t like that because they are.
George: Where will we see F.reelance in the next five years?
F.reelance: I see myself as a successful songwriter and producer. Enough said.
George: Before I let you get back to writing more unique ballads(smiling), can you leave us with a word or two for those who aspire to become the future heavy hitter songwriters in the industry?
F.reelance: Never give up on your dreams.
George: Thanks for sharing your story with us here at Life and Style Union F.reelance. Much success to you and your future endeavors. Until next time ladies and gentlemen, this is Voice of the People Correspondent George J signing off.
Voice of the People: Fitness Adonis Petr Prielozny...Get a Load On His Workout Regimen
Let’s drop our dumbbells and water bottles, and give a round of applause to Petr Prierlozny, NYC’s junior bodybuilding champion, strongman competitor, sports model and renown fitness trainer. Straight from the Czech Republic, Prielozny has made his stamp on American soil, taking the health and fitness industry by storm. Ladies enjoy the view, gentlemen take note, as Life and Style Union grants exclusive access to Czech and NYC adonis, Petr Prielozny. Welcome to Life and Style Union Petr. LSU hopes you can give us a full scope on how you achieved your Greek-warrior physique, as well as how you managed to voyage beyond European soil, and claim your piece of the American pie, at such a young age- 22, had to shout you out (smiling)! Let’s begin…
Ashleigh:
Petr, when did you come to America, and what did you desire to do once you got there?
Petr:
I arrived in the USA in January 09 with one single goal. Live an American dream. American dream for me means that I wanted to win bodybuilding contests, become a known fitness model and also try some acting jobs.
Ashleigh:
How was your transition from the Czech Republic to the United States?
Petr:
I was getting reading for this transition over two years so I knew I had to keep a strong mind. It’s not easy to leave your family and all your friends and begin in a totallynew world for you, using second language, getting new job, preparing for contest alone.
Ashleigh:
Who and/or what inspired you to become a body builder?
Petr:
As a teenager I loved watching the movies with Arnold Schwarzenegger who was best bodybuilding in 80'. I got very inspired with his physique but also with his story and straight going mind. I realized I am similar and every goal I want achieve I really achieve.
Ashleigh:
What are the most pertinent elements to maintaining your physique?
Petr:
The most important factors in bodybuilders life are correct nutrition, hard workout and strong dedication. Nutrition for ripped body, workout for muscle mass and dedication for keeping both previous factors on 100%.
Ashleigh:
In the junior body building championship, based on what criterion do the judges derive at the championship winner?
Petr:
I would like to correct you, by age I am still junior but I am already competing in adult men divisions to make it harder for me. The judges watch for several things: muscle separation, condition, symmetry, vascularity, presentation on stage, posing, charisma.If you have all this, you can fight and win against more massive guys.
Ashleigh:
Considering how competitive the fitness industry is, how do you keep your body intact?
Petr:
I am very scared of any injury because it would slow or stop my sport career so I have to be very careful. Honestly I skip all other sports to prevent injury, also stretching and warm up before each workout is very important so your muscles get ready for hard work.
Ashleigh:
In your experience, have you encountered individuals who used anabolic and synthetic steroids?
Petr:
I must say for protection of bodybuilding that anabolic steroids are necessary part of bodybuilding preparation. Top bodybuilders use this pharmaceutics for preventing the joint, muscle injuries. But this is in every high level sport. The public want to see best results, faster sprinters, stronger power lifters, taller basketball players and also more massive bodybuilders. The point is it’s their profession. If they don’t succeed they don’t earn money for bills, family etc. If you are high level sportsmen and it’s your profession, you have to be the best.
Ashleigh:
Have you ever used performance enhancers during the course of your fitness career?
Petr:
I compete on high level of bodybuilding and this is nesseccary part of sport on high level.
Ashleigh:
Have you ever been pressured to use these steroids?
Petr:
I would never do anything under the pressure of anybody else. All I do is my own desicions and I am the only one responsible for them.
Ashleigh:
Have you had plastic-surgery to sculpt your body?
Petr:
No, I never had plastic surgery to sculpt my body but its great compliment from you. (laugh). Every detail on my body is hours and hours of big dedication,determination and hard work.
Ashleigh:
Before entering the bodybuilding competition, does each competitor undergo heavy screening for drugs, steroids, etc?
Petr:
There is many different federations on the world. Some of them does drug testing, some of them doesnt test. My own opinion is there should be only non testing federations because all high sport is about great results and every competitor is responsible for himself.
Ashleigh:
How many times does a competitor undergo screening processes?
Petr:
If you are in tested organization, it depends on level you are. Some competitors are tester once a year, some of them are tested once in 2 months. Tests are quite expensive so its not as easy to afford too much test.
Ashleigh:
For LSU readers who trying to lose weight and maintain their newfounded physiques, what fitness 101 can you share with them?
Petr:
Keep correct diet, its all about caloric intake. Count how many calories a day you eat and then you know this is your day limit. You should stay under your limit. If you add enough of sport activites you will get first results very fast.
Ashleigh:
A normal day of fitness training consists of…
Petr:
Depending on your level, you should do 60 minutes wourkout in the gym, then about 20-40 minutes of cardion. 3-4 times a week and you will be in great shape.
Ashleigh:
When did you decide to pursue sports modeling?
Petr:
Sport modeling is just a "side girl'' for me.. Bodybuilding gives me good looking physique and my face isnt bad as well. Since I heard i should try it, I did it and got great results.I am covered with several best US agencies all over the states. I have exclusive contracts and I shoot with industry hottest photographers.
Ashleigh:
Are you signed to any agencies? If so, which agencies?
Petr:
For east coast I have three agencies, Silver Models (NY area), NorthAmericanBodies (NY, FL) and All American Guys ( FL and whole East coast).For west coast I have only one but the best agency with best mananger. It is NorCalBodz and I am proud to represent them.
Ashleigh:
As a strong man competitor, what type of physical training did you do to prepare for the competition? Is it less, the same, or more intense than the training done for the bodybuilding championship?
Petr:
Well, I always tried strongman competitions just for fun again only as a "side girl''. I didnt change to preparation, I am naturaly very strong and with bodybuilding training I get even stronger. But you are right, if I would decide to fully focuse on strongman competitions, then I would have to change the workout and preparation totally.
Ashleigh:
What feats did you perform during the strong man competition?
Petr:
Since this were an amateur contests, we had less disciplines. Tire flips (550lbs tire) I fliped it 16 times in 2 minutes.Car pulling ( 2500lbs) 60 meters in 30 secondsRun with dumbbells (150lbs dumbbells).
Ashleigh:
Did you win the competition? If not, why?
Petr:
I win in my sport, I didnt win in different sport. I placed 13th from 30 adult guys. I was 19 years old.
Ashleigh:
What advice can you give readers all around the globe, who want to pursue fitness careers?
Petr:
Its not easy to be succesfull in fitness industry, but if you trust in yourself, just try it and do your best. Thank you Ashleigh for [this] interview with me.
Ashleigh:
Pleasure having you on Life and Style Union Prielozny, to share your story with us, with integrity and truth. Many can learn from your example in more ways than one.
