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Barb Guerra - 2004 John Sherman Classic Tall Fitness Champion From Mesa,
AZ, Barb Guerra traveled with her friend Melissa Lehrer to compete at the John
Sherman Classic, but she was by no means an outsider.


Having had an electrical accident while living in Pasadena,Texas when she was 2-
years-old, Barb lost both of her arms. Guerra however, does not consider herself
handicapped, and when the National NPC called down to let the Texas NPC know
about Guerra entering the contest, Texas chairman Michael Johnston said "bring
it on" embracing her entry into the show. Guerra initially was inspired by seeing
girls in the magazines but was most driven by the comments of a naysayer who
told her that "you will never win, so why even do it."


She also watched some handicapped shows, but wanted to compete in an open
contest. Barb loves being on stage and is working on new gymnastics tricks for
next year. Her choreographer Lashona is a Soul Train dancer, so expect some
wicked moves. Guerra is also the mother of two boys, one 8- and one 4-years
-old. So while being a mother, working out and practicing her routines, she's also
somehow had time to get ready for her upcoming wedding in March.