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Although I have been weight training since Dec. 1997, I finally got serious about competing on March 19, 2007.
Why I Love It:
Bodybuilding makes me feel on top of the world; like I can do anything in life. The discipline and dedication it takes to do this sport often spill over into everyday life. I enjoy every aspect of the sport.
How I Stay Motivated:
As soon as I enter the gym, it's game on. Motivation is seldom an issue. I feed off other people's positive energy.
My family's support has been key. My coach Jason Ste. Marie is a positive influence.
I have also made some very special friends on BB.com who continue to encourage me.
BB Accomplishments:
*I competed in my first bodybuilding competition on June 9, 2007:
ABBA Northern Alberta Bodybuilding Championships (Masters Division) placing 6th.
*I was featured as the transformation of the week on bodybuilding.com in July 2007/ http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/transf11 3.htm
*I have an interview on Real Feats of Strength http://mon371.proboards107.com/index.cgi ?board=FBB&action=display&threa d=1193013926
I know God lives and that He loves me, and that He hears and answers when I pray
Last Updated: Jun 16, 2008 9:44pm
Progress Pictures
Jan 30, 2007
Jul 5, 2008
At this point I had NO idea that I would be competing this year. My trainer challenged me to join him in a 12-week pre-contest diet he was doing and to go home and take pictures. This was the beginning of a great journey.
119.2 lbs / 12.8%BF
Here we are just 3 short weeks after the summer competition and getting ready for the fall. I'm currently at 15 weeks out from 3 consecutive bodybuilding shows this fall. Staying lean and FEELING STRONG!
Description: Carla Hampshire: posing routine June 14, 2008 Southern Alberta Bodybuilding Championships ABBA: My son James (Jay.j.Fresh) composed this original track "Drums of Victory"
I requested feedback from the judges. Here are the comments from two of the judges that responded.
Judge #1
I recall you having excellent stage presence, and I really enjoyed watching your routine. I did think that your color needed to be darker, and that you needed to be a bit tighter...
Sorry about my language, i'm pretty sure when you win, you will hear worse hahahaha... "who's that guy screaming obscenities?" hahahaha. I can't get over your physique! INNNNNNCREDIBLE!
I don't know if you ever have them, but today was an off day. I think I'm overtrained a little. The positive is getting 12reps @695 on the leg press(1rep max 1002lbs) But a day of rest will do a world of good!:) PS nice pic, delts look awesome!
YOU...Look...like you're gonna kick so much ass that no ladies stand a chance next to you to the point that i feel bad for them because even though you compete against yourself, you're gonna smoke them out of the building!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I eat some of the local food, but I have to be careful and make sure its prepared right. I was in Manila on the 4th. I can't wait to get home and diet right!!!
