Optimum Nutrition Signs BMX 'AA' 'Elite' Pro Tyler Faoro

ON welcomes BMX AA Elite Pro Tyler Faoro to a diverse team of sponsored athletes. End Quote

(1888PressRelease) July 23, 2010 - AURORA, ILLINOIS - Tyler Faoro, who turned 'AA' Pro this year while leading in the BMX 'A' Pro Series points standings, is the newest Optimum Nutrition (ON) sponsored athlete. The Coral Springs, Florida, native has been competing in BMX races since he was 5 years old and has twice won national championships, bringing home his state's BMX title in different classes a total of six times. This year's national champion will be decided in Louisville, Kentucky this coming September.

Tyler has been bringing a bigger game this season, picking up the intensity of his training and paying close attention to nutrition. He has been swapping 1st and 2nd place finishes with an impressive international group of Olympic competitors including a Gold Medalist. His skill and physical training have been evident. Now, with Optimum Nutrition, it's just "Ferocious," said Tyler. "During my 16 years of competing, I have learned the importance of nutrition. The field is filled with very determined BMX competitors who all want to lead through the qualifying rounds, quarter finals and semi finals. The main event puts the focus on the podium."

"Optimum Nutrition is proud to sponsor such a well-respected competitor as Tyler Faoro, and we consider him to be a fantastic addition to our team of athletes," said Bob Corbett, ON's Athlete Manager. "Our premium line of protein, recovery and energy products is also a great fit for the intensely competitive world of BMX racing, and fans of the sport can expect the ON Team to be a very visible presence at major events. We recognize BMX athletes have unique nutritional needs to fuel their performance and we look forward to helping Tyler and the BMX community compete at their best."

ON's focus on quality and innovation means serious competitors and everyday athletes can rely on Optimum Nutrition products to help them reach their peak without banned substances. The company's 25 year history of product innovation and uncompromising quality standards have made Optimum Nutrition a trusted world leader in sports nutrition in over 120 countries.

For more information about Tyler Faoro or ON,
Visit www.OptimumNutrition.com or contact
Tim Weigard, Communications Coordinator
700 N. Commerce St., Aurora, IL 60504
Phone: 630-236-6707
Email: tweigard ( @ ) optimumnutrition dot com

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