About Me.....
NOT JUST A FIGURE
COMPETITOR......
I am 43 years old, a CPA with over 20 years
of accounting experience and have earned
an MBA in Marketing.
I would describe myself as a very passionate and
determined person. My favorite hobby is
continually finding ways to push myself to the highest limits, both
mentally and physically. That is how I actually got started in the sport
and subsequently scoring, as the endless pursuit of a challenge and
the desire to be anything but ordinary!
I have been seriously training now for about 4 years. It has been
quite an adventure and that is now simply a way of life. Aside from
the obvious physical benefits of training, I have gained the greatest
circle of friends that anyone could possibly wish to have. To be
successful as a bodybuilder or figure competitor, you have to be
committed and surround yourself with others who understand what it
takes.
My ultimate goal within this sport is to be a positive role model for
anyone who ever doubted themselves, to prove that anything can
be achieved and overcome with hard work and diligence.
As someone that has battled an eating disorder, I would love for
more women to understand that looking great doesn't mean
starvation and being ultra-thin. In fact, it means to EAT, but eat right
and to live strong!!
“Take the time for yourself and do not allow others to discourage
you. Do not allow anyone to criticize your efforts or call you vain. Life
is about choices. You are simply choosing to get busy living!”
COMPETITION HISTORY
I have competed in so many times since the fall of 2004 that I have
actually lost count! Let's just say that I am hooked! I plan to
continue to compete in figure at the national level and I am giving
bodybuilding a go at the local regional level. Who knows!?!? :) I
have been thrilled with my competition experience to date. My
competition career highlights are below.
2004
Monster Mash Championships – Cincinnati, OH
2006
Natural Ohio Championships– Cleveland, OH
Cincinnati Championships – Cincinnati, OH
2007
Mid-Atlantic Grand Prix - Wheeling, WVA
2009
GNC Masters National Figure Championships– Pittsburgh, PA
COMPETITOR......
I am 43 years old, a CPA with over 20 years
of accounting experience and have earned
an MBA in Marketing.
I would describe myself as a very passionate and
determined person. My favorite hobby is
continually finding ways to push myself to the highest limits, both
mentally and physically. That is how I actually got started in the sport
and subsequently scoring, as the endless pursuit of a challenge and
the desire to be anything but ordinary!
I have been seriously training now for about 4 years. It has been
quite an adventure and that is now simply a way of life. Aside from
the obvious physical benefits of training, I have gained the greatest
circle of friends that anyone could possibly wish to have. To be
successful as a bodybuilder or figure competitor, you have to be
committed and surround yourself with others who understand what it
takes.
My ultimate goal within this sport is to be a positive role model for
anyone who ever doubted themselves, to prove that anything can
be achieved and overcome with hard work and diligence.
As someone that has battled an eating disorder, I would love for
more women to understand that looking great doesn't mean
starvation and being ultra-thin. In fact, it means to EAT, but eat right
and to live strong!!
“Take the time for yourself and do not allow others to discourage
you. Do not allow anyone to criticize your efforts or call you vain. Life
is about choices. You are simply choosing to get busy living!”
COMPETITION HISTORY
I have competed in so many times since the fall of 2004 that I have
actually lost count! Let's just say that I am hooked! I plan to
continue to compete in figure at the national level and I am giving
bodybuilding a go at the local regional level. Who knows!?!? :) I
have been thrilled with my competition experience to date. My
competition career highlights are below.
2004
Monster Mash Championships – Cincinnati, OH
- Overall Best New Competitor
1st Place Pure Novice
1st Place Masters
2nd Place Open Class A
2006
Natural Ohio Championships– Cleveland, OH
- 2nd Place Open Class A
1st Place Masters 35 to 39
Overall Masters Figure Title
*Qualified to Compete Nationally
Cincinnati Championships – Cincinnati, OH
- 1st Place Masters
1st Place Open Class A
Overall Figure Title – Miss Cincinnati 2006
2007
Mid-Atlantic Grand Prix - Wheeling, WVA
- 1st Place Masters
1st Place Open Class A
Overall Figure Title
2009
GNC Masters National Figure Championships– Pittsburgh, PA
- 3rd Place Class A 35 to 45
- 1st Place Masters
1st Place Open Lightweight
Overall Women's Bodybuilding Title
| HOMETOWN: Cincinnati, OH TRAINER: Rick Ruether TEAM: Bod Squad STATS: Height: 5’1¼” Competition Weight: 114 lbs Off Season Weight: 125 lbs DIET: I train one day a week with my trainer, Rick Ruether, who specializes in competition preparation and an absolute genius. I work out an additional five days on my own at the gym. I also maintain a high- protein/low-carb/low-fat diet year round and eat no less than five times per day. My calorie count can range from 3,000 calories per day to 1,600 depending on whether I am preparing for a competition or off-season. TRAINING PROGRAM: With symmetry being the focus, I target train my weaker muscle groups to build both size and strength. I train six days a week with four days of strength training and three to four 30- minute cardio sessions per week. I alternate a back/leg routine with a chest/shoulder/leg routine. |
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| 2009 Monster Mash Overall Women's Bodybuilding Champion |
| 2009 GNC Master's National Figure Championships 3rd Place Class A 35 to 45 |
