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How did you get started with bodybuilding?

Fitness has always been a natural part of my life.  Growing up in Pittsburgh with the rivers provided the environment for swimming and slalom water skiing to be a big part of my life.  In addition I was active in Judo and briefly in gymnastics.  Although I participated in weight training intermittently for the past 14 years, it wasn’t until Five years ago that I met a personal trainer who was involved in training and competing in figure.  We worked out for several months when she stated that I should compete, and I ended up placing 4th.  Since then, I have made it a goal to train harder in hopes of making it to the professional IFBB level in the near future.

Where does your motivation come from?

From within, and seeing my body constantly changing. Along with my family behind me 110%. Staying focused everyday and striving to be better at every goal I set for the year

What is your training philosophy?

Train Hard, but make sure the body gets the rest it needs… Nothing grows without the right balance along with positive energy. Training 5 days a week is enough for this to happen.  I also like mixing it up with different exercises, which keeps every workout fresh

If you have to pick only 3 exercises, what would they be and why?

• Any Calf Exercise – Love the pump and feeling
• One Arm Rows – This is my all time favorite – Love training back, it’s my favorite body part
• Triceps Kick backs – Great exercise and it really hurts

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

Cardio, all types.  My favorite is the stepper, with long movements to work the lower body really hard.  It’s always good to change it up, just as weight training.. Best to do cardio first thing in the morning if possible on an empty stomach…

What is your philosophy on nutrition?

Preparing in advance what you eat, prevents grabbing unhealthy items when the hunger sets in…  I’ve learned to cook 2 or 3 days of meals at a time then place them in the fridge.  Since I almost always carry a lunch bag with me, when it is time to eat, I have healthy food options and correct portions available.  There’s nothing worst than being hungry with nothing prepared to eat…  Family/Friend support and understanding is essential as many times we don’t eat the same meals for dinner, nor at the same time.   Eating healthy takes no additional time, than eating unhealthy and if planned correctly actually saves time, by avoiding the time sitting, ordering and paying at a drive thru…

What are your favorite meals?

My favorite meals are breakfast (Oatmeal and apple), which I eat after my morning cardio and always my cheat meals.

Favorite cheat food?

Sushi… Definitely

What supplements do you use that give you great results?

Protein, Fat Burners, CLA and Flax all give great results and I use them every day as part of my program. Incorporating good fats into the diet is very important for the body to burn fat.

Favorite Bodybuilders?

My Husband…. Eddie Moyzan

Favorite Quote?

“The most powerful weapon on earth is the human soul on fire” ~ Ferdinand Foch ~

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