Thursday, July 28, 2011

Going Pro!





When I decided to compete in the NANBF Peachtree Natural Classic this past weekend I was excited to try out a different federation I did not consider the fact that I had was walking into my next chance to go pro...

I competed in the open class, took first place and then went head to head with the open tall winner in a Posedown for Overall winner and Pro Status, and I did it, I won!

Next up...my first Pro Show - SNBF in Fort Walton Beach, FL next Saturday August 6th, after that I will be making my way to Kansas City September 16th for the IFPA Natural KC Classic Figure Championship!

Here it is, the video of the posedown for Overall Winner and Pro Qualification..

Thursday, July 21, 2011

Show Results!


I had a blast entertaining the crowd at the SNBF show, I was awarded most creative theme and took home a beautiful 2nd place Open Figure Award.

I am thankful for the feedback I got from the judges. They told me they loved my stage presence and enjoyed watching my enthusiasm, though one said I might have been a little over the top, I will be working to tone that for the next time. With regard to my development I was praised for my leg development but will need to be working to develop my shoulders and back more in the coming months to better match my legs.

Next up, this Saturday July 23rd, I will be doing my first NANBF show, the Peachtree Natural Classic! There will be another opportunity for me to go pro in the IFPA if I qualify on Saturday!

Friday, July 15, 2011

The night before the show!!

Now only a few hours separate me from the stage and I feel at a loss for words. All I know is that I feel so thankful for the opportunity to change my body and my mind to truly transform myself into a confident and proud individual who loves her life!!

I have practice, trained, prepared my body inside and out and tomorrow as I walk across the stage I will be able to show all who are there what and who I have become and most importantly I have shown myself that anything is possible with dedication, purpose and planning.

I feel great and can't wait to let everyone know how I did in the eyes of the judges. It is my hope that they will see the professional I have become and award my pro status!!

Thursday, July 7, 2011

Final Preparations

Just 9 days now remain before I take to the stage to earn my SNBF Pro Card!!

Started cardio this weekend and will have more each day until just before the show. Love my cardio because it is interesting stuff, like sprints, bear crawls, mountain jumpers, rope and more. I do both HIIT cardio and steady state and even the steady state is interesting stuff! I have of course been practicing my posing every chance I get and seeing more and more improvements every time.


I will still be teaching some classes this week but none next week so that I can devote my time and energy to contest prep.


Also, a surprise addition...I will be doing a second show one week after SNBF! It will be another natural organization offering a show in the area for the first time. This group is call NANBF and I am looking forward to the opportunities that doing a new organization will bring.

Working hard to be the best I can be :)