I won the Lightweight Division of the 2007 Team Universe. Let me rephrase. I am the 2007 Team Universe Lightweight Bodybuilding Champion. Woah! That sends chills down my spine. It gets even better, though, folks. As a reward for winning the only drug tested NPC event at the national level, I earned a spot to represent the U.S. at the 2007 IFBB World Amateur Women’s Bodybuilding Championship in Spain on September 21st.
This was better than a pro card.
This was worth waiting for.
Bodybuilder Rhonda Quaresma likes working her pecs in the gym, and when she’s posing you’ll see why – it takes a lot of strength and powerful biceps to hold up those extra-large boobs. So she has a unique and naughty way of relating to the bench press – you may never think of gym equipment the same way again.
Roxie Rain
Birthdate : Febuary 22, 1968
Height : 5′ 5″
Weight : 140 lbs. contest and 152 lbs. off season
Stats : 36 full C-25-34
Hair : Espresso Brown
Eye : Light Brown
Skin Color : Olive
Shoe Size : 8
My Body : Bodybuilder….
Marital Status : Married
Do you compete? Have you considered competing? Ok, so, you’ve been training and lifting in the gym for months. Why are you keeping it under wraps? Shy? Or are you afraid? Your friends all say you have a great physique. But, has a panel of physique judges judged that body and compared it side-by-side together with other physiques?
To win in bodybuilding competitions requires a certain level of physical and mental discipline. Do you have what it takes? Ok, let’s say you do, but do you know what to do to get there? Stay Tuned…
Sandra Blackie has over 20 years of experience in nutrition, athletics, and counseling. Sandra’s education includes a B.A. in Recreation & Leisure Studies from Concordia University in Montreal, Canada, and certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine, the American Council on Exercise, the National Association of Sports Nutrition, the Aerobic & Fitness Association of America, and the American Heart Association. She has traveled the world, giving seminars on nutrition, the bodybuilding and fitness lifestyle, as well as many other health-related topics.
The summer before I left for college, getting in better shape and going to the gym almost became an obsession. I started reading all the top fitness and bodybuilding magazines and began to follow all the top professionals of the sport. I even went to a Fitness expedition and bodybuilding show with a few friends from the gym and met a lot of the pro bodybuilders and fitness girls. I got to speak with some of them at their booths, and even got to take tons of pictures with them, which to me at the age of 17 was a huge deal….heck, before that day, I only got to read articles about them in magazines. That was the day I realized this was something I wanted to do myself.
Stats:
Measurements: 36DD-25-34
Height: 5′ 2″
Age: 27
Hair: Blonde
Off season weight: 150 lb.
Current Measurements at 138 lbs:
- Arms: 14”
- Calves: 15”
- Legs: 22”
- Chest/Back: 36DD
Eyes: Hazel
Shoe Size: 8.5
Ring Size: 8
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Loretta Lynn McGrath was born and raised in the Bay Area of California, in the small town of Santa Rosa, that lies a little over an hour north of the Golden Gate Bridge. She has 2 older brothers and a older sister who all grew up with her. Loretta’s father was in the construction business and instilled the hard work and determination mentality that comes with construction, to all his children. In addition, he also taught them all how to lift properly and pushed them to do their best in any physical challenge.
With Loretta’s 2 older brothers and her older sister as her immediate sibling competition, it even put more pressure on her, to excel to the family environment. From an early age Loretta pushed herself and has seen results, such as an arm wrestling competition in 4th grade in which she beat every girl and boy up to the 6th, which is one of the small things that stood out in her mind that she always had success in.
Laurie Steele
Where and when were you born?
San Jose, CA 1970
What is your profession?
Fitness Model
Were you involved in sports or fitness prior to bodybuilding and how did you get started with weight training?
I was always involved in sports in school, basketball, volleyball, track, gymnastics, cheerleading. I was a serious tomboy as a young girl, I had three older brothers whom I played basketball with and rode dirt bikes with.
Was it a goal for you to compete in bodybuilding competitions right from the beginning or was it something that grew in your mind as time went on and you saw the progress in your body?
At first I had planned on competing, but decided to focus on the modeling aspect more.
Please tell me something about your training routine (ie: how many days per week / training split /cardio, etc.)
I train at least 5 days a week, usually an hour of weights and 30 minutes cardio. I hit each body part at least once a week. and legs sometimes twice.
What is your favorite exercise in the gym and which one you don’t like so much?
Legs and back are my favorites to train. My least favorite would be chest ans tri’s.
Which body part is your best in your opinion?
I feel my back and traps are strong and respond very fast, compared to my other body parts.
If you don’t mind would you give me some stats (best lifts and some body measurements)?
36D
28
36
Biceps 15.5
Legs 24
was born in São Paulo on September 6, in 1977. I had a childhood rich in motor experiences where I practiced ballet and other sports for more than ten years.
In 1994 I moved to Florianópolis, an island in the south of Brazil, mainly to run away from the violence and the chaos of São Paulo, but also because I liked to surf. So, the harmony between beach and tranquility was perfect.
I started weight training ten years ago to gain weight since I was very slim. But with time I got a taste for the sport. So, after attending college for Physical Education and acquiring the technical knowledge, my training became more serious and complex. The transition between casual and competitive training was only a consequence of this process.
It was not easy in the beginning since I always prepared myself without help. I have never had a coach and I made a lot of mistakes until finding the proper way. However, the competitive environment, the relationship with other athletes, as well as my personal experiences, facilitated my technical development and gave me a better knowledge of my true potential.
My name is Colette and I grew up in Royal Oak, Michigan, a small suburb outside of Detroit and attended Michigan State University (MSU), where I received a bachelor’s degree in Dietetics and a minor in Dance. While at MSU, I started to develop a passion for weight training. Before I started weight training, I looked like your typical 5’5”, 120 pound aerobic instructor / modern dancer. I had a decent shape, but I was skinny. I taught a lot of aerobics classes while attending MSU, and at that time it was “COOL” to see how many aerobics classes you could do in a row. I remember a time when I used to teach 20 + aerobics classes a week. Talk about a way to burn muscle!
I was born in Honolulu, Hawaii.
I move to San Diego,CA when i was 10,went to school and graduated, then moved back to Hawaii. Then i moved back to CA 3yrs later.
I started modeling at age 17, Mostly bikini modeling, Calendors, post cards.
I started exotic dancing when i was 21yrs old. I now work at Jaguras in Las Vegas,NV. I dance by the name “KIANA”. A lot of people tell me I kinda look like her.
Stats: 36DD-24-34 5″7 130lbs
Hair: LT Brown Eyes: brown
You don’t have to be a weightlifter to benefit from strength training. In fact, many studies show that even average people should incorporate strength training into their regular workout routine. Regular strength training is credited with helping even average people maintain healthy bones, prevent injuries, speed up their metabolism, and just look healthy.
I was born in Eugene OR. May 26, 1977. I moved from Or. when I was 5. I have been in CA. ever since. I live now in Visalia, CA. I moved here 4 yrs. ago when I met my husband. Before that I grew up in a small town 15 min. away in Tulare, CA. I am about 45 min. away from Fresno, CA> Maybe your familiar with it.
I played soccer and softball in H.S. but I wasn’t that good. I was overweight and I really just wanted to be part of a team. But I had good energy so I think that’s why I made the team, but never really played. I got involved with weights and working out in 1996. After I graduated H.S. I lost about 50 pds/ I I topped the scale at 208 in H.S. I lost the weight on a fat free diet. I would only eat 10 grams of fat a day. I got really skinny about 130 pds and I battled bulimia and anorexia also. They were all the demons that come along with trying create a body that I could never have. I have worked out since 1996 but nothing serious. Then in 1999 I met someone who suggested I do a figure/BB competition. And it’s history form there.
Measurements: 34C-25-35
Height: 5’6”
Off-Season Weight: 128 lbs
On-Season Weight: 120 lbs
Hair: brown
Eyes: brown
Ethnicy: Persian
Dress: 6
Shoe: 7
Fitness Competitions:
May 2006 – NP, IFBB European Championships in Viterbo, Italy – Figure
April 2006 – 2nd place NBBF/IFBB Dutch Championships (Nationals) – Fitness
May 2005 – 13th place IFBB European Championships in Yalta, Ukraine – Figure
April 2005 – 2nd place NBBF/IFBB Dutch Championships (Nationals) – Fitness
March 2005 – 1st place NBBF/IFBB Open Eemsmond Cup (Emerald Cup) – Fitness
Always use proper form. I know, it seems stupid that I’d have to say that, but I do. I think everyone on the planet is fully aware that proper form is not only important for the purpose of increasing muscle and getting the most out of each exercise, but it’s also obviously important for safety. We all know this, right? However, despite knowing this I still see tons of people in my gym using terrible form for the sole purpose of lifting more weight.
Let’s face it. Even the most devoted exercisers can get bored doing the same workouts week after week. And, if the mind is getting bored you can bet that the body is probably too, which means it isn’t being challenged as much as it should.
But, with the many, many training options to utilize, being bored should not even be an option. This is especially true when it comes to strength training. Variety with resistance training is practically endless – from different pieces of equipment, training techniques, sequences and more.
Christina just wrapped production on several projects including: a costarring role in the 20th Century Fox film “The Marine” starring John Cena and Kelly Carlson, a national promo for the NFL and NBC promoting the FLEX SCHEDULE, “Campus Ladies” for Oxygen and famed Curb your Enthusiasm director Robert B. Weide, HBO’s Entourage, she even put her shopping skills to work this summer in a role as a hot Newport beach babe for the upcoming Big Momma’s House 2 with Martin Lawrence. She is currently honing her comedic chops at the world famous Groundlings in Los Angeles. The Groundlings is the famous launching pad for the likes of Phil Hartman, Will Ferrell, and countless other SNL Alum.
I did my first show in New Orleans in 2003, where I placed 1st in the tall class. I then did the NPC Louisiana and got second, the NPC Greater Gulf States was my last local show where I placed 1st and overall. My final show that year was the NPC National Figure Championships. Let’s just say I took that as a learning experience.
My goal the following year was to be a professional figure competitor. I aimed for the NPC Junior Nationals and NPC National Figure Championships that year in 2004. I placed second at Junior Nationals and won 1st place in the tall class at NPC National Figure Championships and overall. Thanks to the support of my family my dream was now a reality.