Ryan Greer, an Air Force dependant, puts up a startling 300 lbs worth of dumb bells at the Lakenheath fitness center May 19. Heavy workouts are part of Mr. Greer's training program as an amateur body builder. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher L. Ingersoll)

Kris Lumm, a military spouse and fitness instructor, cranks out a set of pull ups May 19, as part of her training for the National Amateur Body Builders Association British National competition in South Port, England. The competition comes just after Mrs. Lumm won second place in the figure and tone category during the Midland novice and professional/amateur competition in Birmingham. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher L. Ingersoll)

John Wales, a fitness instructor at the Lakenheath gym, busts out a set of curls to train for the National Amateur Body Builders Association British National Competition, May 19. Wales has been participating in these events for nearly 40 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher L. Ingersoll)