My first FIGURE competition!

verticallyfit

This was a long journey that started with changing my eating habits in my final year of undergrad and slowly transformed into major lifestyle changes. From 2009-2013 I adopted a healthier lifestyle, pole fitness, and bodybuilding as part of my life.

I stepped on stage for the first time July 13th 2013 and placed 4th in my division (Figure). In 2009 my BF% was 35%, at the start of my cut cycle this year it was 12.5% from the changes I had made since 2009. When I stepped on stage I was at 8%. I am now 1 month post competition and still at a lean 8.8%- It's GROW time, putting on some muscle for my three competitions next year. 2014 will be my year!





Believe in yourself and you can achieve anything!

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If you have questions.. ask! I'm currently completing my Ph.D in Health Education and Promotion at the University of Alabama (Roll Tide) so i'm an open book!

minizebu

You have experienced quite a transformation! Clearly, you have worked very hard on your achievement. Congratulations on your placement in your recent competition.

While not everyone has a goal to participate in body building competitions, your success proves how much one can accomplish with persistence and dedication to one's goals.

ElliottTN

That transformation is F'in awesome.

mdn15

wow. amazing...

Achrya

Hot. Amazing transformation and congrats on really getting out there and getting it done.

Also Hot. Did I say hot?

AllonsYtotheTardis

Fantastic work!! Putting that education to great use - you have the book smarts, and the practical experience to match it. Can't wait to hear about the next competition!

PikaKnight

Awesome dedication there!

mrs_mab

Simply Amazing! Way to go! You look gorgeous!

What is your height?

Ohhhh and ROLL TIDE!

lacurandera1

Fantastic!!

kdiamond

Very nice!! Congratulations!

lnxjenn

Excellent work! And Congrats on the placement! You are definitely an inspiration!

verticallyfit

Thank you everyone this has been the most amazing journey. I've learned that support is everything, having my lift partners and the support from my dietitians/coaches has made me push that much harder to hit my goals.

Of course everyone's end goal isn't a bodybuilding competition, but making sure you surround yourself with positive people who encourage your journey rather than hinder it is extremely important.

I'm 5ft 10.5

MoJokes

you have a great shape, where would you be looking to add muscle for 2014?

theycallyoumister

Phenomenal!

verticallyfit

MoLove2013- For next season my muscles need to be a bit fuller and more developed. I went into this competition with "what I had laying around" so to speak. The muscles I had gained from pole fitness and living an active lifestyle. This off season i'm spending the time to better develop areas like shoulders and back that are important to a figure competitors physique.

You improve upon your flaws and embrace your assets in the competitive BB world; because at the end of the day you are your only competition.

funforsports

Holy Cr@p, amazing job.

Cranquistador

Holy Cr@p, amazing job.

^this


and WHOA!

Otterluv

Holy Cr@p, amazing job.

^this


and WHOA!

Agreed!! You are absolutely stunning and have achieved an amazing physique. Well done!

verticallyfit

you have a great shape, where would you be looking to add muscle for 2014?

MoLove2013- For next season my muscles need to be a bit fuller and more developed. I went into this competition with "what I had laying around" so to speak. The muscles I had gained from pole fitness and living an active lifestyle. This off season i'm spending the time to better develop areas like shoulders and back that are important to a figure competitors physique.

You improve upon your flaws and embrace your assets in the competitive BB world; because at the end of the day you are your only competition.

verticallyfit

What is your height?

Ohhhh and ROLL TIDE!

5ft 10.5 inches

Fit_NYC_

Amazing!