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In university, I started lifting weights to improve my racquetball game. Before fulfilling this mandatory P.E. requirement (racquetball class), I did not participate in any sports.
Why I Love It:
Management of Stress. Since diagnosis with Multiple Sclerosis, 10 yrs. ago, it is imperative that I avoid/manage stessful situations to mitigate any potential adverse effects manifested upon my body.
How I Stay Motivated:
Look in the mirror --- I see evidence of success with my personal challenges (physical and mental) to myself.
BB Accomplishments:
May 2007 issue of Oxygen Magazine's "Tomorrow's Cover Girl"
April 2007 issue of Southern Muscle Magazine
1st NPC Figure Competition - 9/2002 --> To have courage to stand there for open criticism...
9/2003 - Overall @ NPC Southwest Figure Competition. --> Exactly 365 days after my first appearance
9/2007 - 6th Place, Fig. D - NPC USA Championships in Las Vegas
7/2007 - 3rd Place, Fig. B - John Sherman Classic - just HOURS after 32 stitches removed from leg - Ouch.
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"Dawn Melanie"
www.DawnMelanie.com
[Appreciate the Negative.]
This was taken at the Orthopedic Sports and Medicine. This was the day it was determinged I needed ACL reconstruction. Good news - my bones were just fine.
Cheering Geaux Saints 9-0! And yes, that's an IV port dangling from my arm for medication. Not another injury, just MS. I CAN'T feel left side of face, tongue, etc. It Never Ends... *smile*
My goal is to attain IFBB Pro Figure status. My first milestone to this goal is top 5 placing at National NPC Figure competition.
Unfortunately, this milestone was not realized 9/16/06 as planned at the North American competition. I injured my knee (torn ACL) 2 days before check in.
My "Short, Short Term" goal is to Rehabilitate my Knee - Stronger & Better.
He has helped me understand what MOST don't - me! His direction in my competition prep despite multiple injuries has proven phenomenal. My diet ---> 'PIZZA FRIDAY' all the way up 'til showtime. And NO Ab work in my training regimen. Best Trainer Ever!!! *smile*
Paul inspired me the day we "met" - here on BodySpace. I believe I said he was the boy version of me. But I think he is more heroic than I am. We both have Multiple Sclerosis, have done over 12 competitions, and use a cane when needed. Coolest thing - cane ON stage. Reminds me to accept / Appreciate all of MY negatives.
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Let me break from 'alleged' singing of MY rendition of a renowned tune to answer the query posed, "(How U) Make Me Feel Like a Man Should Make a Woman (Feel)?"
Answer, " Criticize her gluteus maximus." That should do the trick. Ask my hubby. A fabulous example...
So here I was whining about the fact that my doctor tacked on another week of no lifting for me (making it 4) after a hysterectomy Dec. 8th, thinking I'll lose all my muscle. Then I stumbled across your profile. YOU ARE AMAZING!!!! I am truly humbled. I'm such a schmuck. I wish you all the best.
Hello my friend just wanted to wish you a merry christmas and a happy new year to you and your family and may the new year bring you joy and good health, bye for now and don't drink too much (lol)bye!
Good Morning Cutie :) MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! I hope you Get everything you want! We are getting pounded by snow so it will definitely be a white Christmas here! Talk to you soon! :)
