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Hi everyone. I'm 50 years old, a proud stroke survivor, and avid body builder. In the best shape of my life. Love inspiring people to take their health seriously, and work towards achieving their goals.

I'm competing in my first show on May 6. Figure category.

The first picture is June 2016. The second picture is recent. I am 50.

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Hi everyone. My name is Angie. I'm 50 and a stroke survivor. I started lifting in the rehab hospital, and got hooked.

It doesn't matter what you add to it, it's horrible!!!

I do 2 hours of lifting, four days per week.

My hard work appears to be paying off. I'm determined to do this!!!!

It's awesome to see more and more women getting into lifting!!

When I first started lifting, I splurged and paid for three sessions with a trainer. That at least helped me to get started and develop a routine to follow. It's hard to comment on diet because there are so many variables. Personally I aim for 125 grams of protein and between 200-250 grams of carbs, but I'm currently…

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I do squats but also do step ups with a kickback (holding onto dumbells), leg press machine, cable lifts (forward and backwards), hamstring machine, calf raises (holding onto dumbells) , hip anduction/ adduction machine, hip raises (with weight across my lower abdomen, donkey kicks with ankle weights on. I know there's…

I'm 50. I am currently bulking. I lift 4 days a week, but currently not doing any cardio. I'm training for my first fitness competition. Once it's time for me to start leaning, I will start doing some cardio, but only 10-15 minutes before I start lifting.

Personally I prefer using gloves. I also have to use a weight strap on my left hand. I had a stroke three years ago and it affected my left side, so my left hand is quite weak still.

I'm 5'3 and 50 years old. I started 3 years ago just wanting to get into shape. Somehow I became obsessed with bodybuilding. I'm in the best shape of my life. These pictures were taken after working out, so I look a little rough.

Thank you

Making some gains with my stroke arm. It's definitely been a lot harder to train.

Thank you.

Thank you for your kind words. I messaged you to answer your question. It's easier.

November 30......December 10......December 30. Making some progress.

I managed to stay under my daily calorie goal, met my protein goal and over on carbs by only 8. Not bad considering. I even managed to fit in a 90 minute weight lifting session. I`m on a mission so i refuse to let the holidays sabotage my goal!!!

I wish you well with your recovery. My stroke was caused by a carotid dissection. Initially I was paralyzed on my left side,and spent six months in a wheelchair. Recovering takes time and a lot of hard work, but it is possible. I'm living proof of that. Message me if I can help in any way.

It depends on how muscular you want to get. I started with a goal of toning and gaining some muscle mass. I used dumbellls at home and found tons of routines on YouTube. Then I became addicted to lifting. Now I'm following a four day regime at the gym which incorporates a variety of free weights and machines. As you get…

That's awesome!!! Hard work definitely pays off.

After 6months of serious lifting, and following a strict diet, some ab muscles are finally starting to appear. Definitely the hardest area to train!!!!

I had a trainer develop a four day schedule for me. Each day targets certain muscles. I just keep following this schedule, and slowly increase the amount I lift for each exercise as I get stronger. Keeps me focused and I know that I'm working all of my muscles. Getting great results.

I'm sorry. I messed up my last post grrr. First I changed my hair colour. That was easy. Then I slowly transformed my entire body. That took a lot more work.

I reposted this as I did it wrong this time. Me and technology...... hopeless.

My before and after picture is about as extreme as it can get. The first picture is me in September of 2013 after just suffering a large stroke which initially left me paralyzed on my left side and in a wheelchair for 6 months. The second picture is me now. My message is simple. Never stop fighting for what you want and…

Thank you. My goal is to compete in my first fitness competition in May. I want to inspire people, especially fellow stroke survivors, to believe in themselves, and never give up on their dreams despite all of the obstacles they may encounter.