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So I’ll do some Q & A…….

 

1. If you could vacation anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?

Hard to pick just one place, but I’d really love to go to Alaska for a good month or so and really see everything.

2. What is your biggest fear/phobia?

Not being happy.

3. What is your favorite album of all time?

I’m a music junkie so this is tough, but Dark Side of the Moon on a record is impossible to beat.

4. Would you recommend the last book you read to a friend and why?

I don’t remember the last book I read(it was just a few months ago, but can’t remember what it was) I mostly read exercise/health based articles cuz i’m a nerd like that. and yes i’d recommend doing that.

6. Name a celebrity that you hate for no valid reason.

Kristen Cavalleri and Megan Fox.

 

7. What is the worst date you’ve ever been on?

Hooters then a pool hall. I actually would have had fun if I wasn’t with a total doosher.

8. You’re at a multi-level shopping mall and someone is chasing you. Do you jump over the railing to the lower level to get away from them?

Yeah, and then I pull out my go-go gadget helicopter to save me from death….

 

1. The line from any song that always "gets you". I.e. makes you smile, tear up, feel some emotion, etc.

“Troubles will come and they will pass…” Simple Man by Lynrd Skynrd and also love the cover by Deftones

2. If you could choose any other name than your own, what would you choose?

None. i’m cool with my name.

3. Everyone has their hang-ups and being able to admit those, I think, shows a sign of strength and not weakness. What is your biggest weakness and what do you do to work on it?

My biggest weakness is being a giant flake. But i guess on the plus side at least I can admit it….

4. On the other side- what’s your most positive attribute?

I work hard for what I want.

6. If you could dedicate a song on the radio to anyone right now what would that song be and to whom?

The radio sucks ballzitos.

Where was i?

I was here, just doing my thanggg. My workouts have been GREAT. I have been lifting HEAVYYYY and my body is responding so well. Loveee it.

Some people have been asking about my competition plans and I’ll get into that later, but for now just know that I’m still eating and training to compete.

Changing

Lately I feel like my mind is shifting. In a really good way. That whole lifestyle click has finally started to come into play. It’s changed my thinking about my training and lifestyle a lot, but in a good way. I’ll do a post on it in the near future.

Hobbies

What are your hobbies?

I’ve been playing guitar on and off for years, but have been getting back into it big time lately. My recording classes are also starting up again(for those of you that don’t know, along with ASU, I am in recording school :)) and I couldn’t be happier. Music really does make up a huge portion of my life and who I am. It moves me in ways that nothing else does. Don’t mean to get all spiritual on you guys, but seriously, I need music in my life. Whether it’s listening, playing, talking about, or recording music, I appreciate so many different types and would be a lost soul without it. Working out + Music + Hanging with cool people + making fun of myself, others, etc. = happy kiddo right here.

Here’s a video of one of my favorite glute exercises 🙂 Enjoy!

When you enter a preparation for something, whether it be a fitness competition, athletic event, or any major event, you learn many things about the people around you.

People will support you and go out of their way for you, or people will criticize you and turn their backs on you.

First Competition

Throughout my first competition, although most of what I did was on my own and guided by my own beliefs/research, I still had a TON of help from others. I had a former body builder train me for FREE 2-3 times per week. I had experienced competitors offer their words of wisdom and ensure me that I could do it, and I made many new friends who were in the same position as me. Without the help of those people, I’m sure that I COULD have competed, but I’m not sure that I would’ve. The doubt and unsure feelings that go along with preparing for an event are present much of the time, and sometimes you just need that little encouragement from someone to keep moving forward.

My New Support Team

As I prep for my 3rd competition(2nd prep, since my second show was only 1 month after my first) I once again have had the pleasure of getting some help from those around me. Although this time, I went the route of hiring a coach, she lives in another part of town and I’m not able to see her everyday. At my gym, a friend/personal trainer/figure competitor has been there for me through it all. She has helped me with posing, we’ve done countless cardio sessions together(she is prepping for USA’s as well), we’ve talked about prep, she hooked me up with a sponsor, and most of all she’s there to listen and give me advice and encouragement. That is invaluable to me. This prep has been difficult as far as making sure I’m ready in time, but she is there to remind me that I’m doing what I need to do and that I WILL in fact be ready for the show.

Negative People

I’ve definitely dealt with my fair share of people who don’t support me, but I’m pretty quick to kick them to the curb. I have never been one to argue with people. If you are going to criticize me or what I do, then I’m not going to give you the time of day. On that note, I’m forgiving and if you decide you want to be supportive than I’ll likely befriend you once again. No need to hold grudges. Most of the time people aren’t trying to be malicious, they’re just in a disagreement with me. Not a big deal.

The Message

What I’m trying to get across is that the people that have been there for me and helped me have shown me how important it is to give back. Everyone at the gym knows that if they have any questions or need advice that I would gladly give it to them. There are some people who have the “all me” mentality and they aren’t as open to giving support to others, but I know just how much of a difference it has made in my preparations and journeys, and I love nothing more than doing the same for others.