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Success isn’t built by waiting for motivation
it’s built by showing up, even on the days you don’t feel like it.

One workout ✔️
One meal ✔️
One positive choice ✔️
Keep stacking the wins ✔️

Happy . Make today count
Athlete: Shea Zepke

💎 DIAMOND SPONSOR 💎

We’re proud to officially WELCOME and THANK CELSIUS Energy Drink as a DIAMOND SPONSOR of the 2026 NPC MID-AMERICAN WINTER CLASSIC! 🎅🏼💪🏼❄️

⚡️ LIVE FIT. CLEAN ENERGY. CELSIUS. ⚡️

CELSIUS will be bringing the energy with an outstanding booth at this year’s Winter Classic! Make sure you swing by, say hello, check out the latest from CELSIUS, and grab yourself some CLEAN ENERGY! 🔥⚡️

🎁 ATHLETES — YOU’RE IN FOR A TREAT!
Every registered athlete will receive a can of CELSIUS in their official athlete swag bag!

JOIN THE LIVE FIT LIFESTYLE

CELSIUS is built for those who work overtime at everything they do and refuse to take shortcuts. Whether it’s pushing through that extra set, finishing the last sprint, or powering through the workday, CELSIUS provides the energy to help you keep moving toward your goals.

Made with ingredients including ginger, guarana, green tea and 7 essential vitamins, CELSIUS contains ZERO SUGAR and no aspartame, high-fructose corn syrup, or artificial colors or flavors.

A HUGE THANK YOU to the CELSIUS team for supporting our athletes and the NPC MID-AMERICAN WINTER CLASSIC. We’re excited to have you with us this December! 💎⚡️

📍 Bloomington-Normal, Illinois
🗓 December 4–5, 2026

❄️ DECEMBER TO REMEMBER ❄️
🎅🏼 ARE YOU IN?

🎖️ GOLD SPONSOR 🎖️

We’re proud to WELCOME BACK 📣 J Curry | Fitness Trainer🏋🏽‍♂️ for their 5TH YEAR IN A ROW as a Gold Sponsor of the NPC MID-AMERICAN WINTER CLASSIC! 💪🎅🏼

Located in Schaumburg, IL, JC Ultimate Fitness offers:
🏋️‍♂️ 1-on-1 Personal Training
💪 Group Fitness Classes
🥗 Nutritional Consulting
🎯 Personalized guidance to help you reach your fitness goals

Owner Justin Curry brings over 25 YEARS of experience in the fitness industry, working with clients of all ages, experience levels and fitness goals.

At Ultimate Fitness, they believe fitness is more than just a workout — IT’S A LIFESTYLE. Their goal is to make every fitness experience positive, rewarding and something you look forward to each day.

A huge THANK YOU to Justin and JC Ultimate Fitness for 5 YEARS of continued support of the NPC Mid-American Winter Classic! 🎖️💪

📍 455 E State Pkwy #105, Schaumburg, IL 60173
💻 ultimatetrainingbyjc.com
📧 [email protected]

HOURS:
Monday–Thursday: 5AM–9PM
Friday: 6AM–5PM
Saturday: 7AM–11AM
Sunday: Closed

🟢 SUPPORTING SPONSOR 🟢

We’re proud to WELCOME BACK and thank Rich Piana 5% Nutrition as a Supporting Sponsor of the 2026 NPC MID-AMERICAN WINTER CLASSIC! 🎅🏼💪

Once again, they’re taking care of our athletes🔥
🎁 EVERY ATHLETE will receive Rich Piana 5% Nutrition products in their official athlete swag bag ….with even more surprises coming!

🏆 IT BEGAN WITH A LEGEND
Founded in 2014 by legendary bodybuilder Rich Piana, 5% Nutrition was built around the mentality of doing whatever it takes to achieve your goals.

Rich believed only 5% of people were truly willing to make the sacrifices, put in the work, and develop the discipline necessary to reach the next level.
That mindset goes far beyond bodybuilding.

BE A 5%ER. LIVE THE 5% MENTALITY.

A huge THANK YOU to Rich Piana 5% Nutrition for continuing to support our athletes and the NPC Mid-American Winter Classic! 🙏🏼

📲 Rich Piana 5% Nutrition
🌐 5percentnutrition.com

🚨 ATHLETES …. IT’S TIME TO REGISTER! 🚨

📝 REGISTRATION IS OPEN for the
2026 NPC MID-AMERICAN WINTER CLASSIC! 🎅🏼💪

OPEN TO ALL NPC ATHLETES

Don’t wait until the last minute. Get registered, lock in your services, and get ready to finish your 2026 season on the WINTER CLASSIC stage! 🏆

🔺 REGISTER NOW
Npcmidamericanwinterclassic.com

🔺 BOOK YOUR TAN
https://protanusa.com

🔺 BOOK HAIR & MAKEUP
https://www.meganmelonebeauty.com

🔺 ORDER PROFESSIONAL STAGE PHOTOS
https://bodygraphicsphotography.com/

🔺 GILCO PRODUCTIONS
https://gilcoproductions.com

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📅 ATHLETE SCHEDULE
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🗓️ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4
MANDATORY ATHLETE CHECK-IN
📍 Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
Redbird Ballroom
⏰ 4:00 PM–7:00 PM CT

🗓️ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5
MANDATORY ATHLETE MEETING
📍 Redbird A & B
⏰ 8:00 AM CT

🏆 PRE-JUDGING
📍 Redbird Ballroom
⏰ 9:00 AM CT

🔥 FINALS
📍 Redbird Ballroom
⏰ 4:00 PM CT

🎅🏼 YOUR DECEMBER STAGE IS WAITING.
ARE YOU IN?

📝 REGISTER TODAY:
Npcmidamericanwinterclassic.com

💥 GOLD SPONSOR 💥

WOLFPACK 🐺🎒

We’re proud to welcome BACK WOLFpak®️ as a OFFICIAL SPONSOR of the 2026 NPC MID-AMERICAN WINTER CLASSIC! 🎅🏼💪

Known as an industry leader in tactical and athletic backpacks, WOLFpak continues to bring quality, functionality, and a mindset built around one message:

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🏆 OVERALL WINNERS — THIS ONE’S FOR YOU!

Each Overall Champion will be taking home aN EXCLUSIVE WOLFPAK Tactical Backpack 🎒🔥
The question is…
WHO’S BRINGING ONE HOME THIS DECEMBER? 👀🏆

A huge thank you to Michael & Emma Michael Henderson emma grace henderson for their continued support and partnership with the NPC Mid-American Winter Classic. 🐺🤝

WOLFpak founder Michael Henderson started the brand with a clear vision: create a more functional everyday athletic backpack while building a community around individuals who have faced challenges, overcome adversity, and refuse to be average.

NEVER AVERAGE. 🐺
UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL.

📍 Normal, Illinois
🗓 December 5, 2026
🎅🏼 NPC MID-AMERICAN WINTER CLASSIC

A DECEMBER TO REMEMBER.

WOMEN’S PHYSIQUE
WHO’S WANTS THE TITLE ❓

2022 Champ: Ni Skellington Bless
2023 Champ: Kim Jontes
2024 Champ: Olivia Gries
2025 Champ: captain.angelina
2026 Champ: ❓❓

Lisa Grove

SEE EVERYONE THIS WINTER
December 5th 2026!
Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
Normal, IL 61761

⭐️VENDOR/SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES⭐️
Info ➡️ www.npcmidamericanwinterclassic.com

💥NPC NATIONAL QUALIFIER💥
💥TITLE Sponsor: Raw Nutrition Bum Energy
💥PRESENTING Sponsor: Powerhouse Gym Palatine
💥Official Tanning: Pro Tan® USA 🇺🇸
💥Official Hair and Makeup: MMB team account
💥Official Photography: BodyGraphics Photography
💥Official Video: Mitchell Gilbert

🔥 TWO EVENTS. TWO OPPORTUNITIES. ONE UNFORGETTABLE SEASON. 🔥

Whether your goal is to earn your NPC National Qualification, step on stage for the first time, or finish your your bodybuilding season … we’ve got you covered.

🏛️ NPC MIDWEST GLADIATOR
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
📍 Copernicus Center
5216 W. Laurence Ave. Chicago, IL 60630

❄️ NPC MID-AMERICAN WINTER CLASSIC
📅 Saturday, December 5, 2026
📍 Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
201 Broadway Ave. Normal, IL 61761

No matter where you are in your bodybuilding journey, these events are designed to deliver an incredible athlete experience, elite production, top-tier judging, and an atmosphere that rewards all of your hard work.

💪 First-time competitors.
🏆 Seasoned veterans.
🎄 End your year on both of these Midwest Stages

Your End-of-the-Year Midwest Muscle Destination starts here.

Registration is NOW OPEN for both events!

🌐 NPCIllinoisBodybuilding.com
🌐 NPCMidAmericanWinterClassic.com

Tag your training partner, coach, or posing client and let us know…

👇 Which stage will you be standing on this fall?