Nicole Lemal-Stefanovich

06/20/2023

2 more days remain in the quarterfinals before the winner advances to one of the final rounds. It’s unbelievable I am in the top 1 percent of all competitors to still be in this competition; however, I am now in 3rd place. Every vote matters so much. To see how many of you recognize and support me on this journey that started 6 years ago has been incredible to witness. Fitness and health have always been important to me, but I am truly in the best place I have ever been in my entire life. This required a tremendous amount of discipline and determination. I could have hung up the towel and quit when the injuries became so chronic and hindered me from getting through a training cycle. Since I was not affiliated with a team, I was not obligated to continue, but I chose this lifestyle. I chose to be resilient no matter the circumstances, and I am grateful I was to reach this point. Please take a moment and vote if this resonates with you. I appreciate every single one of you who helped me get this far. ❤

You decide who will take home 20k and be featured on the cover of Muscle and Fitness Hers magazine!

06/19/2023

https://mshealthandfitness.com/2023/nicole-lem

Still maintaining a 3rd place ranking. 🥉 There are 4 days remaining on this round before the winner advances to one of the final rounds. Double votes are offered for every dollar donated to Homes for Wounded Warriors through 2 a.m. It’s been a very competitive round, but all of you kept me pretty high up in the rankings (higher than I ever would have expected 6 days in). Thank you for your interest and support! Voting takes just seconds.

You decide who will take home 20k and be featured on the cover of Muscle and Fitness Hers magazine!

06/14/2023

After dropping back to 11th overnight, I was back up to 3rd place this morning and now in 4th place in the quarterfinals. All of you are awesome for voting for me, sharing my post, and just being one heck of a cheering section for me! 📣 Every vote matters! Voting can be done daily (either free votes or paid votes to donate to Homes for Wounded Warriors). As I have said many times, I know my chances are slim, but I want to try after how hard I worked over the last 6 years to reach this level of fitness. In all the years I have been an athlete, I have never looked or felt this fit. Now I just need time to see all the pieces come together for my dreams to come to fruition. To think I had moments of doubt and contemplated leaving this sport, I am living proof why you should never give up. ❤️

You decide who will take home 20k and be featured on the cover of Muscle and Fitness Hers magazine!

06/09/2023

To every single person who voted for me, shared my post, and donated money toward a good cause for more votes, I can’t thank you enough for helping me to advance this far. You are appreciated more than you know. I am officially in the quarterfinals! Voting resumes on Monday. The competition is going to be very tight, and I will need your help more than ever to advance. Some of these finalists have a very large following/presence on social media. To think I already made it this far is still amazing to me. Let’s do this!

06/08/2023

Last month, I entered the Ms. Health and Fitness competition for an opportunity to be featured on the cover of a magazine and win $20k. I managed to advance through several rounds but need your help to advance to the next round. Tonight is the end of this round, and I must be in the top spot to advance. Currently, I am in 2nd place. Every vote counts. I am asking you to please take a moment and at least cast a free vote for me. Winning this competition and being featured in a magazine would be a dream after all my hard work over these last 6 years of overcoming major tribulations, retraining my body mechanics, and rebuilding to get back to being a competitive runner. It’s a story about an underdog rising to the challenge and claiming victory. Please share and vote! My heart is in this, and I don’t want to give up hope just yet!

You decide who will take home 20k and be featured on the cover of Muscle and Fitness Hers magazine!

05/03/2023

Check out the link below to support me. You can submit free votes daily or donate funds toward the Homes for Wounded Warriors for more votes. I want to continue pursuing my dream after 4 years of tribulations and inspire others to remain resilient in the face of adversity.

You decide who will take home 20k and be featured on the cover of Muscle and Fitness Hers magazine!

04/24/2017

Although this page hasn't been active for a while, it is no indication as to the developments within my professional career. As I have been involved in several different commitments within my journalistic career and coaching track, I am now preparing for a new career journey. Last Friday was my final day at the Preston News and Journal. I will soon be transitioning into a career with the federal government and couldn't be more honored.

As much as I am looking forward to my new career path, I will miss my time covering sports in Preston County. For more than two years, I spent time in this community that has felt like home to me. I have met and engaged with many wonderful athletes and coaches, while covering so many inspirational stories, and enjoyed every moment serving the people of Preston County. Thank you for welcoming me with open arms and allowing me to live out my passion in covering sports and providing the coverage you deserve. It's been incredibly rewarding to see the success our staff has experienced and knowing I played a role in that.

Stay in touch, and best wishes,
Nicole

09/16/2016

It's official! I will be running in my fourth Boston Marathon in 2017, after surpassing the qualifying standard by more than 12 minutes. Can't wait to hit those city streets again!

09/13/2016

UPDATE: Preston High senior Chris Anderson was discharged from Ruby Memorial Hospital yesterday and is expected to make a full recovery within 6-8 weeks. Due to HIPPA regulations, however, I was unable to elaborate on the extent of his injuries. Read his story below.

LEWISBURG — Chris Anderson sat up in his hospital bed on Sunday evening, able to eat for the first time all weekend. Conversing away with his mother and a close

09/12/2016

Preston High senior Chris Anderson sustained serious injuries during a clean tackle on Friday night at Greenbrier East.

He was life flighted to the Pediatric ICU at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown Friday night but is healing well and should be discharged by Tuesday. As a senior, he said it is tough to go out this way but is keeping an upbeat attitude and looking ahead to track season.

Stay tuned for an in depth article in Tuesday's edition of the Preston News and Journal.

PRAYERS FOR CHRIS: Preston High School Knights football player Chris Anderson was severely injured during the Friday night game against Greenbrier East Football. Anderson was injured early in the game and was rushed to WVU Hospital by Healthnet Aeromedical Services helicopter. The photo was taken at halftime by Team Manager and PHS junior Grace Favro of the team praying for Chris.

08/07/2016

Another award to add to my resume. Best Sports Feature of the year in Division 3! I put my heart and soul into this story and still remember the few hours I spent finishing it at Panera in Pittsburgh after a wedding appointment a few days before my wedding. It was an insanely hectic time, but I knew I had to invest my time and effort into such a feel good story. This was also after I spent hours observing this young boy in practices, interviewing him on a few occasions in addition to his father.

I was not present the last time I received any honors in 2012, so I am incredibly happy to be here for this recognition. This award is for you, George Esper. ❤️Thank you for always having faith in me and guiding me in this direction of my career. I miss you everyday.

07/29/2016

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Jersey Shore! ⛵️Hope everyone is having a great summer! Check back next week for recent coverage.