MEN’S FITNESS ULTIMATE ATHLETE CONTEST
OFFICIAL RULES
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.

• Eligibility:  Men’s Fitness Ultimate Athlete Contest (the “Contest”) is open to legal residents of the fifty (50) states of the United States and the District of Columbia who are 21 years or older as of June 20, 2009.  Weider Publications, LLC, (the “Sponsor”) and its managers, employees and agents, and members of the immediate family of such individuals (including spouses, parents, siblings, children and their respective spouses) and persons living in the same household with any such individuals are ineligible.  Void where prohibited or restricted by law.  The Contest will be held on June 20, 2009, at North Ave. Beach, Chicago, IL and attendance is required for this Contest.
• To Participate:  Beginning at 11:00 a.m. CST on Saturday, June 20, 2009, attend the Contest located at North Ave. Beach, Chicago, IL.  Entry is free. Pre-registration is not required. Each contestant is responsible for his/her own time, travel, and lodging to the event.  It is up to each contestant to finish at least 5 competitions within the allotted event time.  Individuals that are under the age of 21 on June 20, 2009, can participate in the challenges to test their skills, but are ineligible for the Prize.  Individuals that are under the age of 21 on June 20, 2009 may attend the event and participate in the challenge to test their skills only if they are accompanied by one of their parents or legal guardian.  All materials submitted become the property of Sponsor and will not be returned. 

Winner Selection:  One (1) winner will be selected by judges based on the following point system.  There will also be a prize awarded to the winner of each individual sport challenge, along with a prize awarded to the top score of an Equinox member at each sports challenge.

Participants must complete a minimum of 5 challenges to be entered into the competition to become the Men’s Fitness Ultimate Athlete.  Participants may complete more than 5 challenges but only their 5 highest scores will be used to determine a participant’s final score for the competition.

Each challenge is weighted on a 100 percent scale to equalize maximum points achievable.  The top score of the day for each challenge is the benchmark value worth 100 percent.  All participants’ scores will be calculated in comparison to the benchmark value equaling 100 percent.  Participants will also be able to earn Bonus Points.

The winner will be the participant with the highest number of accumulated points (challenge score and earned Bonus Points) for 5 challenges.

Sport: Tennis 
Competition:   Fastest/Most Accurate Serve
Rules:  Participants will be given three balls to serve.  Each serve will be clocked for speed.  The fastest timed serve out of the three balls that lands in the designated service box will be entered into the participant’s overall score, based on miles per hour.  As a bonus, targets will be set up throughout the service box.  Each target is worth 5 points. For every target hit, the participant is awarded 5 points, if the participant hits all 3 targets; he/she receives an additional 5 points. There are 20 possible Bonus Points available. The target is considered hit and points are awarded when the original shape of the target is altered. A ball that does not fully knock off the top target (i.e. bounce off the target), is considered an incomplete hit and no bonus points will be awarded. 

Sport:  Football
Competition: Quarterback Challenge
Rules:  Each participant will have five balls to throw as quickly and as accurately as possible to hit 5 targets within 30 seconds. Each target is worth 20 points.  The clock will start when the participant receives the first “snap” from the center.  The additional 4 balls will be scattered around the “pocket”.  The participant’s overall point total is based on the accumulation of the pre-determined, designated point values from the hit targets.  Each target may only be hit only once.  To earn Bonus Points: the total time it takes the participant to complete all 5 throws will be subtracted from 30 seconds.  The remaining time will be added to their overall score (1 second = 1 Bonus Point).  If time runs out before the participant is able to complete this skill challenge, the participant will receive 0 Bonus Points.  The target is considered hit and points are awarded when the ball goes through the target and is caught in the net.  A ball that does not fully enter and remain in the target (i.e. bounce off the target or miss the net), is considered an incomplete hit and no points will be awarded for that target.

Sport: Football
Competition: Combine (Shuttle Run, Bench Press and Standing Broad Jump)
Rules:  Each participant will have 1 attempt at the shuttle run, the bench press and the broad jump. 

• The shuttle run is a test of agility and speed on a designated course between 2 parallel lines. The total distance covered is 60 ft.  Each participant’s effort will be timed. The participant must pick up and drop a wooden block at the designated locations in order for the run to be complete.  A participant will be disqualified for throwing the block to its ending location instead of placing it there. 
• The bench press is a test of strength.  Each participant has 60 seconds in which to see how many repetitions of 135 lbs. (for male) 65 lbs. (for female) he/she can lift on the bench press.  Each repetition must be a full extension of the bar, from the bar starting from 1 inch above the chest to the arms fully extended.  The participant may not put the bar into the rack during the 60 seconds for rest.
• The standing broad jump will test leg strength and explosiveness from a standstill position.  Each participant will have one attempt.   The measuring point will be the part of the body touching the ground closest to the take off point. 
• Each of the 3 skills within the combine will be weighted so that each skill counts as 1/3 of the participant’s total score for the combine.  All 3 scores will be tallied up to equal the total score which will be entered into the participant’s overall score.    

Sport: Basketball
Competition:  Shoot-Out
Rules:  Each participant will be given 60 seconds to complete 4 shots from predetermined locations. Each participant must retrieve his/her own balls and cannot advance to the next shot location until the current shot is made. Participants will start at either wing and must first complete a layup. Once the layup is complete, the participant must dribble to the free throw line to complete a free throw.  Once the free throw is complete, the participant has the choice to shoot from a target located to the right or left of the free throw line and must dribble the basketball there.  Once this shot is complete, they must dribble to the designated spot at the top of the key and sink a three point shot.   To earn Bonus Points: the total time it takes the participant to complete all 4 shots will be subtracted from 60 seconds.  The remaining time will be added to their overall score (1 second = 1 Bonus Point).  If time runs out before the participant is able to complete this skill challenge, no Bonus Points will be awarded.

Sport: Baseball
Competition: Fastest, Most Accurate Pitch
Rules:  Each participant will be given 3 attempts to throw their fastest pitch.  In order for the pitch to be entered into the official competition, the pitch must land in the designated strike zone. The fastest, most accurate pitch will be recorded and entered into the participant’s overall score.  To earn Bonus Points: a target will be set up in the center of the strike zone.  The target is worth 5 Bonus Points.  For every target hit, the participant is awarded 5 Bonus Points. If the participant hits the target all 3 times he/she receives an additional 5 Bonus Points.  There are 20 possible Bonus Points available.  The target is considered hit and Bonus Points are awarded when the ball goes through the target and is caught in the net.  A ball that bounces off the target is considered an incomplete hit and Bonus Points will not be awarded.

Sport: Baseball
Competition:  Home Run Derby
Rules:  Each participant will be given 10 pitches to hit in the batting cage.  Targets are placed in locations in the cage and will be worth different point values (Single-2 points, Double-5 points, Triple-7 points, Home run-10 points). A swing and a miss or a hit that does not hit a target will be worth zero points.  The target is considered hit and points are awarded when the ball goes through the target and is caught in the net.  A ball that bounces off the target is considered an incomplete hit and points will not be awarded.

Sport: Obstacle Course
Competition:
Rules: Each participant will have one chance to complete the obstacle course in 90 seconds. When the participant puts a foot on the starting line, the clock will start and a whistle will be blown.

• Obstacle 1 – Each participant must belly crawl under a net. 
• Obstacle 2 – Tire run is a set of tires through which the participant must run.  One foot must be placed in each tire. If a tire is missed the participant must start the tire portion over.
• Obstacle 3 – For the high body hurdles, each participant must go over all of them
• Obstacle 4 - The pushup obstacle requires that each participant must do 20 perfect pushups before moving on to the tire run. The Marine assigned to the pushup obstacle will tell the participant when he/she is done and able to move on.
• Obstacle 5 - Each participant must swing across the monkey bars, each rung must be used. If a rung is missed or the ground is touched, the participant must restart the monkey bars.  
• Obstacle 6 – Wall climb requires that each participant must maneuver over the wall using his/her own strength.  Once over the wall each participant must run to cross the finish line and then the clock is stopped. 
•  The total time it takes for a participant to complete the obstacle course will be subtracted from 90 seconds, the remaining time will be their score. If time runs out before the participant is able to complete this skill challenge, no points will be awarded.

Sportsmanship
Any participant who is caught cheating, delaying competition, not competing fairly or acting disgruntled towards the judges can be disqualified from the competition in full by the judge’s discretion.  Decision by the judge is final and can not be disputed.

Athlete Identification
Upon registration, every participant will receive a numbered wristband.  The wristband must be worn during the entire competition. Failure to wear the wristband or attempt to transfer the wristband to someone else will result in the participant’s elimination from the Ultimate Athlete competition.

Before competing at an event, the participant will show their wristband to the head judge who will then record the participant’s number on an official score card. Upon completion of the event, the judge will record the athlete’s total score on the card and mark their wristband to show the event has been completed.

Each athlete will also be given a personal score card to keep track of their own scores, which competition is remaining, and the official rules of the event.  This scorecard is an unofficial document for the sole purpose of personal use.  All scores entered into the official competition scoring will be documented by an official judge and taken from the official score sheet at each challenge.

Timing
At 11:00 a.m. the competition for Men’s Fitness Ultimate Athlete will commence. All competitions will remain open until 5:00 PM.  At 5:00 PM all competition is halted.  Any participant who is amidst competition when time expires can finish the competition and his/her score will be entered.

Each individual athlete will be responsible for the order they complete each competition.  A participant may only enter their first score at each challenge to be considered and valid for the overall competition.  Each competition will have a “speed lane” for first time Ultimate Athlete participants.  The “speed lane” has priority.   There will also be a line which is available to spectators and participants who have already entered scores into the official competition, yet still want to take part in each sport. 

In the result of timing or scoring mishap, the judge may ask a participant to repeat the competition.  This will be at the sole discretion of the judge.

Protests
Participants must file protests in regards to challenge competitions immediately following the completion of the competitions.
Protests must be filed with the competition’s judge who will then contact a Head Event Judge for consideration of protest.  Competition will not be put on hold while protest is being discussed and considered.
There will be a 15 minute protest period during which the Head Judges will evaluate the protest.  At 15 minutes, they will make a ruling on the protest.  During this 15 minute time period, the participant may continue to participate in other competitions. 

Judging
Judges will have the final ruling at all competitions.

All final times will be judged to the 100th of a second. (.i.e. 01)

You must be present to win.

After competition has been halted and overall scores are tallied, participants will compete at the Baseball fastest most accurate pitch challenge station in the result of a tie.  Each participant will be given 1 ball to throw.  The participant who throws the fastest pitch will win.  The pitch must land in the strike zone.  The targets will not be taken into consideration during the tie-breaker.  If the participants throw the pitch at the same speed, they will repeat the action until there is one clear winner.

Miscellaneous
Participants are allowed to bring their own equipment in regards to tennis or baseball.  Men’s Fitness will supply standard equipment for competitive use for those athletes who decide not to bring their own equipment.

• Judges will be chosen by the Sponsor and the judges’ decisions are final and binding in all respects relating to the Contest.
• Prizes:

One (1) GrandPrize consisting of (1) $2,500 cash prize, a weekend trip for (2) people to a Beaches Resort and (1) 12 month Chicago Access membership to Equinox and a 6 pack of personal training sessions or Pilates classes. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash value or substituted for alternate prizes.
Seven (7) Challenge Prizes for the Top Score of each Challenge consisting of a 3 month membership to Equinox and a 6 pack of personal training sessions or Pilates classes. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash value or substituted for alternate prizes
Seven (7) Challenge Prizes for the Top Equinox Member Winners consisting of a 3 pack of personal training sessions or Pilates classes for each winner and 2 complimentary massages. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash value or substituted for alternate prizes

• General:  The Contest is governed by the laws of the State of Illinois.  By entering, entrants/winners agree:  (a) to release the Sponsor and its agents from all liability, loss or damage arising out of or relating to the participation of entrants/winners in the Contest, including with respect to their acceptance and use/misuse of the prizes; (b) to be bound by these Official Rules; (c) that the decision of the Sponsor is final and binding on all matters relating to the Contest; and (d) to the use of their names, personal information and likenesses for advertising and promotional purposes in all media worldwide (including the internet) without additional compensation, except in Tennessee and where otherwise prohibited by law.  All applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations apply.  Winners are responsible for all federal, state and local taxes.  All winners will be issued an IRS 1099 tax form for the actual value of their prize.  No responsibilities are accepted for any additional expenses, omissions, delays, re‑routing or acts of any government or authority.  All winners must submit an Affidavit of Eligibility / Release of Liability / Prize Acceptance Form immediately upon being chosen.  If any prize or affidavit or release is returned to Sponsor as undeliverable or if Sponsor does not receive a response from any winner within seven (7) business days of attempted notification, such winner may be disqualified and such prize will be awarded to an alternate winner.  Noncompliance with these Official Rules shall result in disqualification and award of prizes to an alternate winner.  By accepting prizes, winners consent that Sponsor may use the winner’s name, image (including but not limited to photographs, videos and other likenesses), biographical information and statements concerning the Contest, without compensation in connection with advertising, promotion and merchandising, and winners irrevocably grant the right to edit or modify and to publish and copyright the foregoing.  Winners must also make themselves available to travel at Sponsor’s expense for promotional purposes.  By accepting prizes, winners agree to hold Sponsor and its managers, employees, agents, licensees, successors and assigns, harmless from and against any and all claims and liability arising out of any and all prizes.  Winners assume all liability for any injury or damage caused, or claimed to be caused, by participating in the Contest.  By participating in the Contest, entrants agree to abide by and be bound by these Official Rules, and understand that the Contest results are final in all respects.  By participating in the Contest, entrants agree to hold Sponsor and its managers, employees, agents, licensees, successors and assigns, harmless from and against any and all claims and liability arising out of such participation.  Entrant is responsible for all online charges incurred by entrant’s internet service provider.  Sponsor does not make any warranty, representation or guarantee, express or implied, in fact or in law, relative to the use of any prize, including, without limitation, quality, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

• Personal Information:  Any personal information that the winner or participants submit in connection with the Contest will be collected and used by the Sponsor and its authorized agents to administer the Contest and to award prizes.  Participants’ personal information may also be used to send additional information about Sponsor, Sponsor’s affiliates and licensee, and each of their respective products and programs via electronic and ordinary mail.  Except as set forth herein, a participant’s personal information will not be used for any other purpose and will not be shared with anyone else unless required by law.
• Sponsor:  This Contest is sponsored by Weider Publications, LLC, a subsidiary of American Media, Inc., One Park Ave., New York, NY 10017.