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I've done weight training on/off for a number of years. I used to work out so that I could eat whatever I wanted, but now I have to monitor my eating habits and work out b/c @ 40+ the metabolism changes. In March 07 shortly after I began dating a body builder I felt self conscience and wanted to improve my overall figure. However, I got serious when I began working with a trainer Nov. '07 b/c shaping up is now a priority.
Why I Love It:
I like the feeling I get when I have trained hard. It's also a great stress reducer.
How I Stay Motivated:
I like the attention and feeling a sense of accomplishment. My trainer is also inspirational. Additionally, this website is terrific b/c there are several women over forty with fabulous figures.
BB Accomplishments:
Eating clean since Nov. 2007. Getting weight down within a manageable range. Wearing a bikini this summer & looking good because the dimples are gone:)Buying a pair of size 6 pants for the first time in my life--seems like I was always a 12.
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Have a belief in yourself that is bigger than anyone's disbelief. August Wilson
Last Updated: Nov 18, 2008 5:13am
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I was working out, but eating whatever so the workouts only minimized the damage.
I ultimately want to stay fit. It is my hope to encourage & motivate others to live a heathy lifestyle. My new goal is to gain lean muscle mass in upper body area and widen the v-taper.
I'm still riding the high of all the friends and family support during the last phase of competition prep. A few friends came for the pre judging and said I had the best glutes (LOL). It was heart warming to hear that many of them were inspired to revisit their fitness goals. In fact...
There absolutely is a way to do it without putting on alot of bodyfat. Maybe it's slower, but that is the route that I am taking. I do not want to yo-yo. I like making changes and improving my conditioning over time.
Sorry to hear about your 'intestinal discomfort'--hope that clears up very soon. I read alot about contest rebound an thought there is no way I am putting on 20-30 pounds, only to have to get it off, again. Been there are I don't want to go back!
you look great! your progress is amazing! you look NO WHERE near your age! Girl, you look like you could hang out w/ me! :) (i'm 28-i'll be 29 in January!) Congrats and you look great!
first show ive been to everyone looked good some better than others but it is huge to throw your self on stage exposed much respect...www.blackfitnessblog .com
