| NOT JUST A FIGURE COMPETITOR...... I am 45 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 7 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
1st Place Pure Novice 1st Place Masters 2nd Place Open Class A 2006 Natural Ohio Championships– Cleveland, OH
1st Place Masters 35 to 39 Overall Masters Figure Title *Qualified to Compete Nationally Cincinnati Championships – Cincinnati, OH
1st Place Open Class A Overall Figure Title – Miss Cincinnati 2006 2007 Mid-Atlantic Grand Prix - Wheeling, WVA
1st Place Open Class A Overall Figure Title 2009 GNC Masters National Figure Championships– Pittsburgh, PA
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. |
| 2009 GNC Master's National Figure Championships 3rd Place Class A 35 to 45 |
| 2010 Master's National Womens Lightweight Championships 35 to 45 |
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