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My Plug:: I am a Sr. Admissions Representative for a college. I help students get into college. I am the one who says "Yes" or "No" entering my school!

My BodyPROUD Story: As a full time job I work at a college in Chicago as a Sr. Admissions Representative. I have been working at the college for 4 years now and counting. I am attending college as well pursuing a Bach. of Applied Science degree in Criminal Justice. The goal I have set in place once I am finished with school will be either working for State police or just suburban police. I have a great and loving family. My husband is very supportive in all I do. I have no kids but only furry and lovable ones LOL. My interests are bodybuilding as a hobby. I do compete in Compititions through NPC. I am looking to compete soon most likely in 2009 at the Jr. Nationals here in my home town Chicago.

My bodyPROUD Goals:: I am on:
amg-lite.com
HDPhysiques
Dan ray Photography
BuffBunnies
TomNine
Muscular Development Magazine
Shemusclelive: http://www.shemusclelive.com/index.php?_o=Model&_m=bio&mode...
and many others......

My AHA Life Defining Moments:: WOW, I loved everything about competing. I got motivated and kept motivated by watching other local competitions and kept telling myself "I am going to place first or second but not third or last!" I competed in my first show and took second place qualifying for national level.

To Become BodyPROUD, I commit to do the Following:: My body proud goals have been pretty close to being achieved. I have a little more I am wanting to reach as a goal but I am not far off. I am looking to gain more muscle in my arms and legs...those are my biggest areas I am looking to set a goal for.

Life Advice that Helped Me:: You don't have to dream. Believe in yourself and you can achieve anything in life!!!!

How I Boosted my Confidence and/or Added Joy and/or Health into my Life:: Always follow your body and learn from the mistakes through dieting and training. Once you have done that, you will create the body you have always wanted.

Please Help ME with:: I use to be a little chunky in my early 20's (weighing at 190lbs) and I couldn't stand it anymore. I use to cry every time I would go jean shopping or just shopping for clothes period. My husband knew I was very interested in the bodybuilding world and took time to look online for some pictures and advice. He had found a picture of a female bodybuilder and said that I would be able to look like that since she and I had very close measurements and height. I took her photo and posted it on my front door (so I would see it everyday in my face). Everyday I would walk out and say "I will look like!" She was my motivation for sure. Eventually we ended up in contact with her, met her at the Jr. Natl's and became really close friends. She then hooked me up with her trainer Dave Palumbo who totally took me under his wing and guided me through everything. I basically lived in the gym. I was there 7 days a week for 20 weeks prepping for my competition. I did have some complications due to work and sometimes it was hard staying 100% dedicated but I did my best. I am very proud of myself since I put my mind to it and I did it....till this day I am still in great shape and I stick with my diet and training on a regular basis. I look incredible for 30 years old and this is 2008 and I started this in 2006.

My Dietary &/or Training Routine:: I want others to reach their dreams and goals because it can happen when you put your mind to it!

Expressing Gratitude is a Key Ingredient to a Happy Life. I Am Grateful for:: Performing on stage infront of over 300 people.....That was INTENSE!

Check Me Out Online: (Facebook, Twitter, Truestar, LinkedIn, etc): myspace.com/italianmusclebabe

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At 1:22am on December 27, 2008, Pierre Lajoie said…: You got some kick ass abs in that profile pic. Good for you girl!!

At 12:23pm on November 30, 2008, Frankie Rivera said…: Hey girl how ya been how has your weekend been:)

At 7:30am on November 20, 2008, Frankie Rivera said…: Hey Erica how are you doing how have you been How is training coming along:)

At 6:37pm on November 8, 2008, Frankie Rivera said…: Hey erica how have you been? How is your weekend going:)

At 5:10pm on October 23, 2008, Frankie Rivera said…: Thank you for the add and how has your day been :)

At 1:11pm on October 8, 2008, BodyPROUD said…: Welcome to the site! Inspiring story!

At 3:35pm on October 7, 2008, Mindy Blackstien-Lead Ambassador said…: Hey Erica,

Thanks so much for joining BodyProud and for sharing your story.

So have you actually competed against your friend whose image you used as motivation to attain your own physique?

Good luck with your next show!

:-) Mindy

Btw - if you want me to help centre your profile pic, just send it over to me - mindy@FAMEworldtour.com

At 2:54pm on October 2, 2008, Osiris said…: What are you waiting for it's a must experience...Especially in may for the New York Pro show....If you ever have plans to come out I'll be your guide...