FeFe trains with
LEE HANEY'S
Training partner
"SUPER-MANN" BLOUNT
FeFe Phillips:
A Debutante, An Intellectual Scholar, and a Bodybuilding Champion
By Marcinho Savant
FeFe Phillips
Fernecia Phillips, or “FeFe” [FEE-fee]--- as she prefers to be called--- is a born and bred product of exemplary parenting, God, and of Shreveport, and a recent graduate of C.E. Byrd High School in May of this year. She’s a debutante, a “straight-A” student throughout her entire educational career so far, and graduated high school with a 4.0 grade point average. She was happy to add that she never, ever, got a “C” in school--- “maybe a B”.
She aspires to major in one of the Psychology disciplines, and is very excited about the potential of landing a career in Fitness Psychology, working with professional teams, and athletes to help keep them healthy and on track. She is also contemplating a degree in Clinical Psychology.
FeFe has another passion, but it is no longer a secret. Among all the academic excellence, at the tender age of fifteen, and while thoroughly enjoying dancing in the school’s dance line (The C.E. Byrd Highsteppers), she stumbled onto bodybuilding. Although she loves to dance, she wasn’t really focused on it, and didn’t take it seriously. She then met acclaimed fitness coach, “Super-Mann” Blount, learned about how well she was doing in her training, and how far she could go in the sport, and her new passion began to be nurtured under his expert care. Super-Mann is called “The Best Trainer in the World”, by 8-time Mr. Olympia, Lee Haney.
“Fefe and her mom came in to the studio and said this is my daughter and she wanted to talk with you” and I kind of laughed a little. She said “I want to compete in bikini!” I said You’re 15... And she said, “I am in...I want to do it”, Mr. Blount said. “Her parents are so supportive. I wish more parents could be that way”, he added. I told her that in two years, we would be going to the teen nationals. In two years we did just that--- and she won.
She aspires to major in one of the Psychology disciplines, and is very excited about the potential of landing a career in Fitness Psychology, working with professional teams, and athletes to help keep them healthy and on track. She is also contemplating a degree in Clinical Psychology.
FeFe has another passion, but it is no longer a secret. Among all the academic excellence, at the tender age of fifteen, and while thoroughly enjoying dancing in the school’s dance line (The C.E. Byrd Highsteppers), she stumbled onto bodybuilding. Although she loves to dance, she wasn’t really focused on it, and didn’t take it seriously. She then met acclaimed fitness coach, “Super-Mann” Blount, learned about how well she was doing in her training, and how far she could go in the sport, and her new passion began to be nurtured under his expert care. Super-Mann is called “The Best Trainer in the World”, by 8-time Mr. Olympia, Lee Haney.
“Fefe and her mom came in to the studio and said this is my daughter and she wanted to talk with you” and I kind of laughed a little. She said “I want to compete in bikini!” I said You’re 15... And she said, “I am in...I want to do it”, Mr. Blount said. “Her parents are so supportive. I wish more parents could be that way”, he added. I told her that in two years, we would be going to the teen nationals. In two years we did just that--- and she won.
“She’s an absolute a marvel to train. Great sense of humor, extremely personable... and has spirit of 25 year old woman ... gets along with all the other women, trains just as hard,
and is able to dialogue, intelligently, with all of them.”
- "Super Mann"
Now eighteen, how did she balance academia with the sport? “It is in my heart to strive for excellence in all things. Academics is my first priority, and I put in my all. I love going to school!”
But a Bodybuilding Debutante? Being a 2015 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Debutante taught her her role in society, strengthened her sense of the power of her womanhood, elegance, grace, etiquette, and just how to carry herself in society. To show poise, self-esteem, and all the while “as a young lady at all times.”
Mr. Blount said of FeFe, “She’s an absolute a marvel to train. Great sense of humor, extremely personable... and has spirit of 25 yo woman. Gets along with all as all the other women, trains just as hard, and is able to dialogue, intelligently, with all of them.”
Ever-focused on her education, she applied to LA TECH, Northwestern, LSU-Baton Rouge, and LSUS- Shreveport. She selected LSUS so she could remain close for her one- year-old, new, baby brother, Bryson, “and to continue training with "Super-Mann Blount”, she said.
Her training diet is extremely disciplined, and demanding. According to Mr. Blount, “the biggest struggle is--- whenever you get on stage, people don’t see all the hard work you do , they only see what you eat!” FeFe focuses on baked or grilled meats (fish or chicken), vegetables, fruits, and very little carbohydrates. In this nutrition, she found her perfect formula, the balance required of a champion.
And a champion she is. She just won the MUSCLEPHARM 2015 NPC TEEN, COLLEGIATE & MASTERS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS, the largest amateur competition in the country. Prior to that, she entered the Shreveport NPC Optimum Classic, competing in the Novice class, the open class, and the Shreveport-Bossier class. FeFe placed in all three divisions.
Before Pittsburgh, she also competed in the Lafayette, Louisiana show: The 2015 NPC Louisiana Championship. She placed in both classes (Novice and Open) winning the Height and Overall divisions of the Teen Class. For her victories, the young woman has won medals, awards, and the title of “2015 Teen Overall Bikini Winner”. FeFe is not there for the bulk, or muscle classes. “Bikini” is a class especially for young women to display their disciplined form. The class is for the finessed, graceful, elegant, bodybuilder.
But a Bodybuilding Debutante? Being a 2015 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Debutante taught her her role in society, strengthened her sense of the power of her womanhood, elegance, grace, etiquette, and just how to carry herself in society. To show poise, self-esteem, and all the while “as a young lady at all times.”
Mr. Blount said of FeFe, “She’s an absolute a marvel to train. Great sense of humor, extremely personable... and has spirit of 25 yo woman. Gets along with all as all the other women, trains just as hard, and is able to dialogue, intelligently, with all of them.”
Ever-focused on her education, she applied to LA TECH, Northwestern, LSU-Baton Rouge, and LSUS- Shreveport. She selected LSUS so she could remain close for her one- year-old, new, baby brother, Bryson, “and to continue training with "Super-Mann Blount”, she said.
Her training diet is extremely disciplined, and demanding. According to Mr. Blount, “the biggest struggle is--- whenever you get on stage, people don’t see all the hard work you do , they only see what you eat!” FeFe focuses on baked or grilled meats (fish or chicken), vegetables, fruits, and very little carbohydrates. In this nutrition, she found her perfect formula, the balance required of a champion.
And a champion she is. She just won the MUSCLEPHARM 2015 NPC TEEN, COLLEGIATE & MASTERS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS, the largest amateur competition in the country. Prior to that, she entered the Shreveport NPC Optimum Classic, competing in the Novice class, the open class, and the Shreveport-Bossier class. FeFe placed in all three divisions.
Before Pittsburgh, she also competed in the Lafayette, Louisiana show: The 2015 NPC Louisiana Championship. She placed in both classes (Novice and Open) winning the Height and Overall divisions of the Teen Class. For her victories, the young woman has won medals, awards, and the title of “2015 Teen Overall Bikini Winner”. FeFe is not there for the bulk, or muscle classes. “Bikini” is a class especially for young women to display their disciplined form. The class is for the finessed, graceful, elegant, bodybuilder.
Speaking of bikinis, FeFe’s mother, Mrs. Felecia Adams confided that father, Christopher Adams, “had an issue, at first, with his Baby Girl in a two-piece!” As it turns out, both Mr. and Mrs. Adams fully support and endorse FeFe’s participation and growth in the sport--- while demanding excellence in her studies. The co-parents encouraged FeFe to be God fearing, to be and remain true to being herself, and for speaking up for her beliefs. Mrs. Adams says she “loves, loves, loves, loves, loves, Super-Mann!”
The parents have grown to truly appreciate the sport, and competition. FeFe has inspired her parents, and by watching her age group, and the health aspect, they are looking to make it a thing for the whole family. By sharing fitness, bonding, striving for increased togetherness as a family. There might even come a time, when the entire family are on competitive stages as a family pursuit.
“We were about to leave for Colorado, sold our homes and were ready to leave. Then Bryson joined us, FeFe became a champion, and we decided to be still and let God lead us in the path HE has for us”, Mrs. Adams said.
About faith, FeFe pledged that she personally embraces a “high belief, high faith”, and that she is living her life “for God’s purpose--- and for the future that He has in store for me.”
Mrs. Adams felt that parents should get their kids to begin in a sport like bodybuilding at a young age (approximately five to 6 years old) to get them exposed to discipline, sportsmanship, and learning that they can’t always win.
FeFe’s future is already committed to her current dreams. She will enter the Optimum Classic again this May. Then the NPC Women’s Junior Nationals in Chicago, in June. She will continue to compete toward winning national titles in search of her “Pro” card. Then Ms. Olympia.
Concerning what he saw for FeFe’s future, her trainer said, “I asked her what she wanted because she is young--- I didn’t want to put undue pressure on her because of what I see in her. My wife and I took her to Pittsburgh, and asked “If you win Tennessee, do you want to go to college?” She truly aspires to being Miss Olympia, the number one competition in the world. FeFe wants to be the #1 bikini champion in the whole world. We won’t pressure her. We’ll keep on second-fathering and second-mothering her, maintaining the perfect balance of hard-work, and spirituality, in order to obtain every goal that she dreams of. She can do it.”
As if that was not enough, FeFe plans to increase her formal dance training, keep in shape, and training specifically for her dream job --- at least for now. She intends to audition for the Dallas Mavericks Cheerleader squad next summer. Who could doubt she’ll do it? But wait, there is more! “I love helping and mentoring teenage females. I promote health, beauty, and, nevertheless, confidence”, Miss Phillips said. FeFe’s advice for all young people: “Keep God first, and live your dreams! Nothing is impossible!’.
If you know of an inspirational, daring, young person in Shreveport-Bossier, please let us know by contacting The Shreveport Sun editorial desk with your recommendation, and we will do our best to feature nominees in future editions. Contact us by calling (318) 631-6222.
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The parents have grown to truly appreciate the sport, and competition. FeFe has inspired her parents, and by watching her age group, and the health aspect, they are looking to make it a thing for the whole family. By sharing fitness, bonding, striving for increased togetherness as a family. There might even come a time, when the entire family are on competitive stages as a family pursuit.
“We were about to leave for Colorado, sold our homes and were ready to leave. Then Bryson joined us, FeFe became a champion, and we decided to be still and let God lead us in the path HE has for us”, Mrs. Adams said.
About faith, FeFe pledged that she personally embraces a “high belief, high faith”, and that she is living her life “for God’s purpose--- and for the future that He has in store for me.”
Mrs. Adams felt that parents should get their kids to begin in a sport like bodybuilding at a young age (approximately five to 6 years old) to get them exposed to discipline, sportsmanship, and learning that they can’t always win.
FeFe’s future is already committed to her current dreams. She will enter the Optimum Classic again this May. Then the NPC Women’s Junior Nationals in Chicago, in June. She will continue to compete toward winning national titles in search of her “Pro” card. Then Ms. Olympia.
Concerning what he saw for FeFe’s future, her trainer said, “I asked her what she wanted because she is young--- I didn’t want to put undue pressure on her because of what I see in her. My wife and I took her to Pittsburgh, and asked “If you win Tennessee, do you want to go to college?” She truly aspires to being Miss Olympia, the number one competition in the world. FeFe wants to be the #1 bikini champion in the whole world. We won’t pressure her. We’ll keep on second-fathering and second-mothering her, maintaining the perfect balance of hard-work, and spirituality, in order to obtain every goal that she dreams of. She can do it.”
As if that was not enough, FeFe plans to increase her formal dance training, keep in shape, and training specifically for her dream job --- at least for now. She intends to audition for the Dallas Mavericks Cheerleader squad next summer. Who could doubt she’ll do it? But wait, there is more! “I love helping and mentoring teenage females. I promote health, beauty, and, nevertheless, confidence”, Miss Phillips said. FeFe’s advice for all young people: “Keep God first, and live your dreams! Nothing is impossible!’.
If you know of an inspirational, daring, young person in Shreveport-Bossier, please let us know by contacting The Shreveport Sun editorial desk with your recommendation, and we will do our best to feature nominees in future editions. Contact us by calling (318) 631-6222.
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