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How did you get started with bodybuilding?

My boyfriend actually turned me on to bodybuilding.  When we first met, he would always have about 2 hours set aside for the gym every day.  I didnt understand it, and it irritated me a little bit, until he asked me to go with him one day.  Since then I havent missed a day!  Its so addicting, and it truly is a lifestyle.  Once you start to actually see the changes in your body, and also feel yourself getting stronger and healthier, you get instantly hooked!

What is your training routine like?

I train 6 days out of the week, and have one rest day.  I try to do two leg days because they are my weaker area and I’m trying to build them up.  A typical week for me looks like this: monday is chest and light tris, tuesday is back and light bis, wedneday is legs, thursday rest, friday shoulders, saturday bis and tris, sunday legs.   With this workout routine I add in weighted abs three days out of the week and I also do cardio four to five times a week, usually the stairmill and sprints. After about six weeks I change my routine up completely, so it keeps me from hitting a plateau.  Changing up your work out schedule is very important so your body doesnt adapt to your schedule, this way your muscles will always be challenged!

Where does your motivation come from?

My motivation comes from actually seeing the results of my hard work.   One thing that has really helped me stay motivated is taking pictures of myself.  Sounds a little weird, but seriously!  I have pictures of myself when I first started working out, and I had absolutely no definition, I was “skinny fat”.  For the past year and a half since i have been training, my body has completely transformed! I took pictures of my body regularly and even made a little “progress collage” of pictures.  When I look at it, I can’t even believe it is all the same person! A year and a half ago I was so uncomfortable with my outer appearance, I dreaded bikini weather!  Working out has completely changed my confidence level, I actually lke what I see in the mirror for once!

When trying to cut down do you prefer to use HIIT or just normal cardio?

I always prefer HIIT, to burn more fat!  I do HIIT about 4 to 5 times per week for 30 minutes.

Why I love it?

It has completely transformed my body. I am finally comfortable in and out of my clothes. I can look at myself in the mirror and like what I see, and there’s ALWAYS room for improvement!

What is your Diet like?

I eat every 2 1/2 to 3 hours, with a balance of high protein, complex carbs, veggies and fats. When prepping for a photoshoot, I cut back on the carbs.  I drink 2-3 liters of water a day (I bring my water jug everywhere!)  I dont drink alcohol or sodas, and I DO believe in planned cheat days (usually my birthday and holidays)

What is your supplementation like?

I take a good multivitamin, and lots of glutamine! I also take NO Shotgun as a preworkout sometimes to give me that extra boost!

Plans for the future?

I am competing this year in the WBFF.  My goals are to win a competition, get a magazine cover, to be in Oxygen Magazine and to keep kickin my butt in the gym, and inspiring other women to do the same.

Favourite Quote?

With great power comes great responsibility.

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