Hi Goal Diggers! Guess what?! I competed in the pro qualifier show NPC Universe on June 29th and received first place in the open figure division. Which means I am now an IFBB Pro Figure competitor!!!! >>insert screams<< Below is the video interview I did…
Hey Goal Diggers! I have often been asked for advice, tips, tricks and general information for people interested in competing in bodybuilding competitions but not sure where to start. I enjoy helping and sharing knowledge so I usually end up typing out a long response,…
What are compound exercises? The short answer: Compound exercises are movements that involve multiple muscles and joints. Regardless of your primary fitness goal (weight loss, muscle gain, performance etc), compound exercises should make up the majority of your workout. Isolation exercises (exercises that involve only…
Suns out; guns out! This gym gem I picked up from my coach. I’ve shared it on social media before but not here! There are so many variations of bicep curls however this has easily become one of my favorites. Instructions: Find the Low Row…
The other day I met with my coach to discuss the plan for the next few weeks. My off season is officially over! After my last competition in November 2013 the plan for “off season” was to put on more muscle in preparation for 2014…
Happy New Year!! Growing up (and still to this day), my mother always encouraged me to make plans and set goals. She says, successful people write things down. I attribute a lot of my success to being goal oriented and a planner. I was once…
Hey Goal Diggers! Thought I’d share one of my favorite glute exercises in honor of hump day!! Lol Introducing… The hovering hip abduction!! Most gyms have this machine and if you’re lucky it faces a wall lol here we go… Step 1 Get in there!…
I received this recipe from my coach and it is easily one of my favorites. The variations are almost endless as you can add different fruit within the mixture or on top, you can also add protein powder for extra flavor and protein. I choose…