I was always athletic and a bit of a tomboy. I started lifting weights in junior high school just so I could beat the boys in arm wrestling! That sparked my desire to be a strong, fit woman.
Why I Love It:
There is so much in life that is out of our control. Through bodybuilding and competing I have learned so much about myself and am empowered by the ability to control this aspect of my life. It's amazing how that sense of accomplishment transcends into other aspects of life as well.
How I Stay Motivated:
I am continually inspired by the people around me. Positive energy and enthusiasm is infectious!
BB Accomplishments:
Winning my pro card at my first competition!
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Last Updated: Jun 19, 2008 8:49am
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As a WNBF Figure Pro, I will continue to challenge myself and look forward to being in a position to inspire others around me. I also want to take this opportujity to raise public awareness and facilitate fundraising efforts to find a cure for Juvenile Myositis (JM) - a RARE autoimmune disease which causes the body to destroy its muscles - currently there is NO CURE. This is something I am very passionate about because my niece, Gia, was diagnosed in 2004 at the age of two with Juvenile Dermatomyositis (JDMS - a form of JM) and I have watched her journey battling this disease. Juvenile Myositis affects approximately 5,000 children of all ages in the United States causing a variety of debilitating symptoms including: • Muscle weakness and pain • Severe fatigue • Rashes • Swallowing and digestive difficulties • Lung and heart problems • Vasculitic ulcers • Calcinosis Some children may experience a remission, while others will battle JM their entire life, and complications from this disease can prove FATAL. Medication can help to alleviate the symptoms of JM, but there is NO KNOWN CURE. The Myositis Association (www.myositis.com), a 501c(3) non-profit organization, was created specifically to find a cure, while also providing support and information for families suffering from JM. I will be donating all winnings I receive in my pro career to Cure JM. I am also going to continue working on other fundraising opportunities within the fitness community. Being that this is a disease that affects muscles, it's very fitting that I will be building muscle to save muscles!
Adorable Angelica!
Could you do me a favor?
Could you go to the "Actual" You Tube site and search Andy Haman and view my New American Gladiator video and make a comment!
It just might help SHOCK!
Thanks! and Take Care-
Andy
Metroflex Gym in Arlington is pleased to announce the 2008 Virtual Female Figure/Bodybuilder and Male Bodybuilder of the year. Each month, Metroflex will select three athletes for that month. If you are selected, your pictures will be displayed on the Metroflex Photo Gallery. If you are overall winners will receive personal photo gallery on the Metroflex Gym website and either free registration fees or tickets for our 2009 events. Submit your best picture to marketing@sportsintell.com.
Looks like you have accomplished the goal to compete and did well. You look great. Best wishes at future comps. and all you aspire to achieve. God bless you and may His favor be with you!
