Canuck Corner-Installment #1
By: Natalie Waples
Hi Everyone!
Welcome to the first ever 'Canuck Corner' blog on RX Girls :-) I have to say that being Canadian is something I am very proud of, so I figured why not continue my blog on RX Girl, but add some Canadian flavour to it (that's right we spell 'flavour' with a 'u'!!!). There have been so many influential Canadians in the fitness industry, both past tense and more recently.
It's Showtime!!!
Hi Everyone!!
Well, it's about that time. The big showdown of the year is finally here! In less than 24 hours I will be in the lineup for prejudging to go out on the Olympia stage. I can't believe it is finally here! I arrived in Vegas last night, and now that I am here I feel I can BREATHE :)
Jami's Olympia Journal.....
The 3 day Labor Day weekend, a time for relaxation, leisure and all the food you want right???? NOT!
On the good side I was able to sleep in on Saturday and there is nothing better than good sleep. It was a cardio-centric weekend and I had to wrap up shoulders. Got both out of the way and was on target with the meals. It was great spending time with my family and they have all been very supportive. We took receipt of our space where our new gym is going to go. It is both exciting and scary at the same time. We had to wait for the locksmith for what seemed to be hours. Luckily I had planned with a meal and was prepared to deal with the delay. Chicken and asparagus, quite an unusual meal don’t you think?
Road to the 2011 Figure Olympia: Diary of A Pro Figure Competitor
Hi Everyone!
So this is officially my final blog before the 2011 Figure Olympia -- I cannot believe it is here! Yes the Olympia is not until next week, however this upcoming weekend I am competing in the Muscle Contest 'Tournament of Champions' Pro Figure in California, will return home to Canada for two and a half days ( to literally unpack and repack) and then off to Vegas! All the finishing touches are coming together -- suit, jewellery, tanning, meals, and of course my trusty bottle of water.
Candice Keene Charges Her Way To The Olympia Stage!
Hi Everyone!!
This week seemed to end just as quickly as it began! Last weekend I competed in my last show before the Olympia, which was the Phoenix Pro. I came out the winner!!! :D I wanted to do this show because Phoenix is my hometown and I wanted to give my family and friends a chance to see me compete, since they will not be attending the Olympia. To be announced #1 in front of them and in my hometown was such an amazing feeling!! Going into the show I had a good feeling, because of the mental calmness I felt and because I felt 100% on point physically. I arrived a few days early and stayed at my brother’s and met my niece, who is absolutely adorable!! I also stayed a few days after the show to spend time with family and friends.
Road to the 2011 Figure Olympia: Diary of A Pro Figure Competitor
Well it is officially here - the last week of prep before I hit the stage for the Tournament of Champions and the Figure Olympia -- WOW!!! I have been literally busting my butt the past three weeks in hopes of bringing together a conditioned, balanced, feminine physique.... Here's hoping! I have a beautiful new suit to wear at these shows as well and I am super excited.
Trina Travels in a New Direction: MR. SANDMAN BRING ME A DREAM
You have been awake since 4:30am, went to the gym to complete your first round of cardio, return home to get ready for work, work a 10-12+ hour day, return to the gym to finish off the day with your workout and second round of cardio, then eventually make it home to prepare for the following day, and are now lying in bed just counting down the moments until you are finally sound-asleep….OR ARE YOU? How many times have you laid in bed waiting for your subconscious to slow down, allowing your body and mind to relax, and finally letting you get a restful night’s sleep? In reality, you end up lying there, staring at the ceiling, tossing and turning, and thinking to yourself, “If I fall asleep now, I’ll get 6 hours sleep…if I fall asleep now, I’ll get 5 hours and 47 minutes sleep.” Does this sound familiar?
Heather Grace Gets in the Grove.. Persevering as a Figure Pro..Maintaining Focus
I have never been a “seasonal” competitor or “12week dieter” type of athlete. My contention is that we should always be working toward refinement and improvement- so I train and eat specific to achieve respective goals throughout the year. My diet is typically regimented with 6-7 meals/day and I will adjust carbs/fat/cardio around my goals.
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