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TO HONOR AND RECOGNIZE LEE HANEY FOR HIS HISTORIC BODYBUILDING CAREER.
Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are pleased to recognize Lee Haney, an icon in the fitness industry, for his more than thirty years of fitness and nutrition experience; and
Whereas, in 1991, Haney became the first winner of eight consecutive World BodyBuilding Championships and the Mr. Olympia Crown, besting Arnold Schwarzenegger's record of seven; and
Whereas, over the years, Haney's focus has turned to educating others. Revered among his peers for his comprehensive personal training techniques, Haney has trained many professional athletes and celebrities, including Evander Holyfield, Shawn Bradley, and Gary Sheffield, and has served as a consultant for some of the best nutritional supplement companies in the world; and
Whereas, Haney also hosts TOTALEE FIT Radio, which provides fitness and weight management information and an insider's look at the fitness business. As another resource, Haney created the International Association of Fitness Sciences certification, drawing on his extensive knowledge in the fitness field and his experience as a professional bodybuilder; and
Whereas, given Haney's popularity and respected position within his field, he has received a number of awards and recognitions, including proclamations from three cities and distinguished acknowledgments from the President's Council on Physical Fitness, the United States Sports Academy, and the International Federation of Body Building; and
Whereas, in 1994, Haney and his wife purchased a forty-acre farm near their home and created the Haney Harvest House, a non-profit retreat facility for children of all races, creeds, and nationalities; and
Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate appreciate the pride and recognition that Lee Haney has brought to the State of South Carolina and look with great interest to hear of his further accomplishments. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the Senate:
That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, honor and recognize Lee Haney for his historic bodybuilding career.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Lee Haney.
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