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Andrea
- 51, Female
- Burnaby
- Canada
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Placed 4th at the BC Provincials
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Placed 4th again at the SWFC (what's with this 4th place finish?) Will have to change that!
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Profile Information
- My Plug:
- Administrator
- My BodyPROUD Story
- Interests include training, eating healthy, travelling, golf, skiing, computers and my family. My kids used to come first but now that they're older, I can actually focus time on myself.
- My Facts 'n Stats:
- Andrea, age 50 and living in Burnaby, BC. I have three children aged 17, 20 and 23.
- My bodyPROUD Goals:
- Competeing for the first time at almost fifty years of age and placing first three times in three different competitions.
- My AHA Life Defining Moments:
- I love the excitement and meeting many wonderful people who all have the same desires and healthy lifestyle I'm so passionate about. I'm also very proud to showcase what I've accomplished and perhaps even come away with an award/trophy or two. Challenging myself to see how far I can go before I get too old is exhilarating...lol. My new goal is to attain pro level and continue on with more competitions.
- My Transformation Triumphs!
- 1st place in the Fitness Model Masters - FAME West March 28/09
2nd place Fitness Model Open (short) - FAME West March 28/09
1st place Figure 35+ - WBFF BC Championships- April 18th/09!
4th place Muscle Model Masters - FAME World June 11, 12, 13/09
3rd place Fitness Model Advanced - FAME World June 11, 12, 13/09
2nd place Figure/Physique Masters - FAME World June 11, 12, 13/09
1st place Fitness Model Masters - FAME World June 11, 12, 13/09-(Pro Card)
1st place Figure 35+ - WBFF Calgary Championships - July 4th/09
1st place Figure/Physique Masters - FAME Nationals Oct. 24/09-(Pro Card)
3rd place Muscle Model - FAME Nationals Oct. 24/09
4th place Figure Medium - Sandra Wickham Fall Classic - Nov/09
5th place Figure Masters - Sandra Wickham Fall Classic Nov/09
1st place Figure Medium - WBFF Vancouver Champ. April/10
5th place Figure Masters - WBFF Vancouver Champ. - April/10
2nd place Figure Masters - Kelowna Naturals - May/10
2nd place Figure Medium - Kelowna Naturals May/10
- My bodyPROUD Intentions:
- Increase My Confidence, Improve my Health, Become a Role Model to My Children & Family, Keep Me Young, Feel Better about Myself, Compete in Physique Showcase Events, Improve My Posture, Sculpt My Physique, Attain Proper Symmetry, Feel Good in a Bathing Suit, Be an Inspiration to Others, Get Discovered - TV, Magazines, Sponsorship, Gain Exposure, Become an Athlete
- To Become BodyPROUD, I commit to do the Following:
- As my children have grown and become more independent, I can now spend time for myself. My fitness goal a few years ago was getting back into the shape I was before I had kids. Now, I find myself surrounded by fit women who compete and many have suggested that I compete too.
- Life Advice that Helped Me:
- It's NEVER to late to start living Body Proud!
- How I Boosted my Confidence and/or Added Joy and/or Health into my Life:
- It's amazing what hard work and dedication can bring at any age!
Age is just a number!
- Please Help ME with:
- My goal has been met! After placing first in the Masters Fitness Model category and second in the Open Fitness Model short, I have accomplished exactly what I set out to do. It felt extremely gratifying to win two awards at my first competition! When I got home after everything was over, I asked myself, now what? Do I go back to eating the way I was eating before? Do I work out less often now? My answer was a resounding NO! I can't imagine going back to my old ways. I have a new set of goals now and am training even harder to meet them.
- My Dietary &/or Training Routine:
- I need to stay focused on being fit and want to surround myself with fit, healthy people who can help me stay motivated.
- Expressing Gratitude is a Key Ingredient to a Happy Life. I Am Grateful for:
- The birth of my three children without a doubt.
My placings in the three competitions stated above
- My Hero / Role Model / Trainer / Sponsor / Coach / Guru... and Why
- Margo Northey (for introducing me to the world of competing)
Dean Brandt (trainer) from Reflex (Burnaby)
Fatima Leite-Kusch (posing class and FAME Camp).
Ocean Bloom (posing class)
Jenny Arnold (posing class)
Rachel Saey (trainer)
- Profession:
- Parent, Professional
- I learned about bodyPROUD.org from:
- FAME Camp
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Health & Fitness
Posted on May 11, 2009 at 4:00pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
A serious bodybuilder needs an effective bodybuilding diet. This doesn't need to be difficult but the proper bodybuilding nutrition is very important for the development of strong muscle.
A bodybuilding diet will take into consideration carbohydrates and the significance they play in bodybuilding nutrition. Carbohydrates are in fact sugars and starches that provide energy for the body. Some are what they call "simple" and others are called "complex" carbohydrates.
Fruits and… Continue
A bodybuilding diet will take into consideration carbohydrates and the significance they play in bodybuilding nutrition. Carbohydrates are in fact sugars and starches that provide energy for the body. Some are what they call "simple" and others are called "complex" carbohydrates.
Fruits and… Continue
My Workout Routine
Posted on May 5, 2009 at 10:30pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I train five to six days a week with weights and cardio and a few different ab exercises every day.
Day 1 - Chest
Day 2 - Shoulders
Day 3 - Quads/Calves
Day 4 - Back
Day 5 - Biceps
Day 6 - Hams/Glutes
At least three different exercises for each muscle group
Three sets consisting of 12-15 reps each
Thirty minutes of cardio where my heart rate stays in the 120-140 range.
Stretching
Comment Wall (82 comments)
- At 6:44am on March 26, 2010,
Román González Ávila said… - Greetings Andrea . I want to congratulate you for your birthday. I wish you the best of the best in your special day and enjoy it to the maximum in company of your dear beings. I hope that your birthday brings to you the good luck for your next competitions and projects. Congratulations again and keep going on. An affectionate greeting and hug of my part.
- At 9:55pm on March 4, 2010,
C said… - Hi Andrea! If I can only aspire to look half as great as you! Any tips for a girl that's sick and tired of being fat? =)
- At 2:30pm on January 2, 2010,
Tirandeep Johal said… - Hi Andrea!
Firstly Happy New Year, secondly thanks for the add!
I really enjoyed reading your profile, truly inspiring. You look amazing in your pics! I wish you all the best for any goals you plan on setting this year!
- At 7:41am on November 1, 2009,
Andrea Bent said… - Haha! I know! If there is any advice on training or diet you could give I would greatly appreciate it. Especially the leg/glute training you do. Thanks again - hope you had a great weekend.
- At 9:32pm on October 26, 2009,
Mindy Blackstien-Lead Ambassador said… - Hey Andrea! So glad you had a great time at the FAME Canadian Nationals. Congratulations on your success!! ;-)
- At 12:54am on October 26, 2009,
Angel Alberto Garcia said…
- Andrea, you look better as time goes by.
- At 9:09pm on October 25, 2009,
Honnor Moore said… - Thankyou and CONGRATULATIONS HOTTIE PATOTTIE!!
It was a NIGHT TO REMEMBER FOR SURE!!!
- At 8:58pm on October 25, 2009,
Adrian said… - Congrats Andrea! You looked fabulous yet again!
- At 6:24pm on October 15, 2009,
Kristine Fretwell said… - Ahhh, so we'll be sharing the stage together--cool! Blondies! hehe. I'm going to do Bikini as well! I thought they would have a Pro category, but I see how that's just at the Worlds. Are you going to make your way down to Florida for the International show in the future?? You'd do awesome!! See ya soon!
- At 8:32am on October 15, 2009,
Kristine Fretwell said…
- Hey Andrea! Can't wait to see ya hit the stage again! So which category will you be in? Is there a Pro Masters division for Fitness Model?? I'm going in Advanced Fitness Model this time around----hoping to get my Pro Card too!!!!!!!
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