Meet Our Hosts
GREG KOVACS
HOST
During the late ‘90s, Greg Kovacs dominated the size and strength side of pro bodybuilding. With an off-season weight of 420 pounds, Greg towered over his competition, packing more mass on his frame than anyone in the history of bodybuilding. Greg’s arms measured over 25 inches, his chest 70 inches, and his legs a colossal 35 inches. Like his gargantuan size, Greg’s power was also unmatched. With a 700-pound bench press (for 2 reps), a 500-pound shoulder press, a 500-pound bent-over row, and a 2,025-pound leg press, Greg is still regarded as the strongest pro bodybuilder of all time! Throughout his career, Greg has lectured on sports nutrition and strength training to thousands of athletes all over the world, holding seminars in Hawaii, Australia, Spain, England, Greece, Germany, and Russia. Realizing his genetics made him more suited for size and power than symmetry and shape, Greg retired from competitive bodybuilding in 2005 to start his own business and coach competitive athletes. Each week, Greg Kovacs gives you the no-holds-barred answers to all your nutrition, supplement, and training questions.
SCOTT WELCH
HOST
Scott Welch has devoted the last 15 years to studying performance enhancement and weight loss through dietary intervention. He received a bachelor of applied science degree in nutrition from Ryerson University in 1998. He later completed a post-graduate certificate in advertising at The Institute of Communication Agencies. He’s had countless interactions with leading scientists, doctors, and hundreds of trainers from around the world, giving him a unique perspective that others lack. He can evaluate the scientific rationale behind various supplements or diets, as well as their potential to produce positive or negative results. This rare combination of skills has enabled Welch to become one of the most sought-after marketing experts in his field. Welch founded Diesel Advertising, an ad agency catering to the dietary supplement industry. He also owns www.SupplementGenius.com, which provides consumers with the most up-to-date information on dietary supplements available today.
MAXX SCHOLZ
RADIO SHOW PRODUCER
Born in Munich, Germany Maxx Scholz began constructing his dream almost a decade ago when he founded Canada’s biggest house/trance music radio station. It wasn’t long before listeners from around the world tuned into the show earning Maxx a cult-like following. Today his show (ExecutiveMix.com) boasts over 30,000 downloads every month and is hosted by the top 100 DJs in the world! Maxx has produced over 5,000 shows where he pumps out progressive, top-ten hits that keep listeners coming back for more. If the world’s best new music is what you’re after, Maxx’s got you covered. United We Play!.
ROBERT “FORTRESS” FORTNEY
HOST
Robert “Fortress” Fortney is a journalist who has served as assistant/managing editor at MuscleMag International, Peak Training Journal and Virtualmuscle.com. Formerly a competitive bodybuilder, Robert made the decision in the late ’90s to devote himself entirely to the pursuit of strength and power. He now competes as a powerlifter, but, as always, sees weight training itself as the true passion. His goal is to attain Elite status as a drug-free and raw (unequipped) lifter, something few, if any, have done.
With 25 years experience hoisting and pulling weight, and countless experiences rubbing shoulders with the greatest in all of bodybuilding and powerlifting, Fortress possesses a wealth of information. Equal to his love for weight training is his love for hard rock and heavy metal music. One could say Fortress is all about metal and iron.
LAUREN JACOBSEN
RESEARCH NEWS ANCHOR
Lauren received a degree in Biochemistry from Trent University in Ontario, Canada where she studied creatine and its effects on sport performance. After graduating, Lauren decided to use her biochemistry background to develop performance-enhancing supplements for many of the top supplement companies in the industry. Lauren also practices what she preaches and has competed in bodybuilding and figure competitions throughout the world. In fact, Lauren placed 1st at the Canadian Natural Nationals, qualifying to compete at the IFBB Women’s World Championships in Spain as part of Team Canada! Lauren’s also a regular contributor to Inside Fitness – Canada’s top fitness magazine. She’s also the Co Host of the hit TV show “BODY FUEL” where she presents viewers with the proper use of sports supplements for enhancing athletic performance. As the Research Anchor for Supplement Radio, Lauren will arm you with the latest research on novel ingredients, delivery systems and of course new product releases. If there’s something that works or is a downright scam, Lauren will be the first to report on it each week!
