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Member Since: Feb 17, 2007
BodyBlog Started: Mar 10, 2007
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Making_A_Change

Overall Goal:  http://www.bodybuilding.com/2010-bodyspace-spokesmodel-search-women.htm

Fit Status:  Vote Making_A_Change for Bodyspace.com's 2010 Spokesmodel!

Motivation Level: 9/10


Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Kassandre
Sex:
Female
Age:
35
Location:
California, United States
Occupation:
Mom/Wife/Language Arts Teacher
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
College:
High School:
When I Started:
Mar, 2007
How I Started:
I have started and stopped paying attention to my body and overall health so many times. I am just tired of carrying the extra weight. And I don't plan to spend another summer in jeans. : ) (Written March 2007)
Why I Love It:
When I am consistent, I am more focused and energetic. I love the changes that I am seeing in my body and in my spirit. (Written March 2007) I love watching my body change and my feeling my strength increase. It is exhilarating and satisfying to train,work towards a goal and compete. I love the science, the will,and the discipline that it takes to be a competitor.(December 2008)
How I Stay Motivated:
The transformations on this site and wanting to be an example of health for my daughter keep me motivated. I want her to grow up respecting and loving her body. Going from a size 14 to a size 8 has me even more excited and confident that I will reach my goals. The infinite opportunities that bodybuilding/weight training offers to change, define, and redefine my body is enough to keep me on this path. Simply put, it makes me happy.
BB Accomplishments:
3/07-posting the pictures publicly 5/07-seeing my legs get firmer and stronger and actually LIKING the way they look; being consistent with the workouts (5-6 times per week); with the help of this site, finding a diet plan that works for me 6/1-Ten pounds down and six inches off; twenty to go 6/11-sprinting @ 7 mph on the treadmill 6/27-back to pre-pregnancy weight of 173 lbs. 7/18-Hit the 160's! 7/28-Wore a swimsuit and felt good in it. 9/22-Hit the low 160's! 9/24-Got a personal trainer. 10/21-25 pounds off! 10/28-Wearing a size 8! 11/9-158 pounds 1/04/08-@ my college size, but looking WAY better 1/24/08-Hit long-term goal of 150#, now looking to 'pack on the muscle' and continuously improve over time. 3/1/08-In a size 6! I'm cool with my size (a wonderful place to be); I just want to continuing building. 4/12/08-Fitting into some size 4's. Decided not to be afraid of the changes and just keep training. 4/19/08-Got the guts to post a picture in a two-piece. 5/08-Set competition date for October 11, 2008! 21 Weeks from now! 10/11/08-I competed at around 129 pounds. I did! Doing it, again, in May 2009! 11/08-30 days after first competition; 133 pounds, size 2, 25 inch waist 12/08-Preparing for TWO competitions in May 2009; one in July 2009 and another in October 2009 1/09-Decided to focus on The Contras as it's the show I want to do well in AND the federation that I the federation that I will be competing in long-term. Still at 133, but the leanest I have EVER been. 5/9/09: Competed in 2nd competition; placed 15th out of 21 athletes. Peak Week plan was a bust, but forging ahead. 22 Weeks out to SF championships! 5/10/09: I did my first photoshoot! 5/27/09: BB.com Member of the Week, Interview with CT, Wallpaper, Homepage appearance--so grateful! 6/30/09: Featured in Scott's Corner, a bodybuilding and figure blog 7/11/09:3rd Show-The San Jose: 2nd Place masters 35+, 1st Place Class D; stood in an overall line-up!; Prepping for SF Championships (My Competition Anniversary!); in Souixocountry.com Banner for the week 7/09-Contributer to EdgeHers Magazine 8/09-Feature in Bodybuilding.com ad currently running in Oxygen! 09/09-Attended my first Olympia! 10/09-Placed 2nd place 35+ and 3rd place Tall class; Preparing for first national show in July 2010 10/09-Preparing for first national level show; getting nutritional guidance for my first national show 11/09-Running for Bodyspace.com's 2010 Spokesperson
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Trained by Billy Washington and Frank Rolek Contributor to EdgeHers Magazine: http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=127636397160&ref=mf#/pages/Edge-Hers-Magazine/90532966876
Last Updated: Nov 13, 2009 4:55pm

What Making_A_Change Is Up To:
Nov 20, 2009
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Making_A_Change created a new blog entry, "Have you voted for Making_A_Change?"
Making_A_Change created a new blog entry, "No USAs; Getting 'Sac'ed'"
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Progress Pictures:
Mar 8, 2007 Nov 14, 2009
Front @ 183 pounds Showtime!
I have so much work to do.
This would have been show day. I look full in the morning. I would probably taper carbs this day to maintain. It was a helpful experiment. We will repeat it in a few months when I am leaner. That was tiring-even though it was just a week. Mentally, it was tough knowing that there was no contest at t ...
Last Updated: Nov 14, 2009 9:14pm

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Last Updated: May 10, 2008 7:23pm

Goals:
Main Goal:
Compete
Goal (Overall):
http://www.bodybuilding.com/2010-bodyspa ce-spokesmodel-search-women.htm
Goal (Long):
My, how things have changed. In March 2007, I posted my before pictures with a few goals in mind. I wanted to be a size 10 and be 150 pounds. I read as mch as I could, reviewed journals, joined messaged boards, and did the research. I admitted that I wasn't doing everything that I could to change my lifestyle. With that in mind, my workouts became more challenging, I met my trainer, and became a figure athlete. Now, I want to see what else I can accomplish and push my body and my mind to new limits as a bodybuilder. This journal is going to chronicle this personal challenge.
Weight Goal:
I want to LOSE 8 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
7%
Upcoming Contest:
The USAs in Vegas
Last Updated: Nov 13, 2009 2:12am

Members That Inspire Making_A_Change:
Mikiko [ BodySpace ]
She didn't have to answer my personal message. She didn't have to agree to meet me and orient me. She didn't have to take time to show me how to walk in my first pair of clear heels and how to pose.--BUT she did. Sasha exemplifies what this sport is about: muscle, strength, comraderie, sportmanships, and beauty. I consider her my mentor into this sport and a friend.
jcorbett [ BodySpace ]
J is a natural beauty and a figure DIYer. She took her body and transformed it into that on an elite athelete. She approaches her training methodically and intentionally. Having a family and other obligations while competitng isn't easy--but she does it with grace and STYLE!
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BodyAnswers
Making_A_Change has answered 44 of 67 total questions.
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Do you track your workouts (exercises, weight, reps, etc.)?
Yes
If so, how do you do it? Workout log, software program, etc.? Why do you do it this way?
I use my blog extensively. I also use fitday.com to track my meals. And I have an organizer exclusively devoted to charting my workouts and macros so that I can see patterns and plan my week. It would...more
- Updated May 25, 2009 9:11am

Are you a parent?
Yes
How has bodybuilding and fitness helped you to be a better parent?
I am more concious of what my daughter eats and what proper nutrition is. My daughter's pediatrician informed me that she was 'overweight'. But know that at over 4 feet tall (90th percentile for her a...more
- Updated May 25, 2009 9:09am

How has bodybuilding and fitness helped and/or changed your family life?
My cabinets and fridge are filled with good food. My 5-year old appreciates muscles on women. We eat well and try new foods. At the same time things have become simpler. What's for dinner? Probably ch...more
- Updated May 25, 2009 9:06am

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Contest History:
Oct 10, 2009:
NPC San Francisco Championships (Masters 35+) - Placing: 3
Oct 10, 2009:
NPC San Francisco Championships (Tall) - Placing: 3
Jul 11, 2009:
NPC San Jose BB'ing, Figure, and Bikini_Class D - Placing: 1
Jul 11, 2009:
NPC San Jose BB'ing, Figure, and Bikini_Master's 35+ - Placing: 2
May 09, 2009:
NPC The Contra Costa BodyBuilding, Figure, and Bikini - Placing: 15
Oct 11, 2008:
NPC San Francisco Bodybuilding and Figure Championship - Placing: 2
Last Updated: Nov 5, 2009 5:30am

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Description: Please vote for me, Making_A_Change (Kassandre Harper-Cotton) to be Bodyspace.com's 2010 Spokesmodel!
Last Updated: Nov 11, 2009 5:18pm

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2007 Fitness Olympia (FitnessX.com)
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To those who have voting for me, a big thank you! I appreciate not only the vote but the vote of confidence! Please continue to  VOTE FOR ME to be Bodyspace.com’s Spokesmodel for 2010 until the end of November--just a few more weeks to go!  

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Workout Program:
April/May 2008

Day 1: Training with Billy (1 hour)
Day 2: Legs/Abs (50 minutes+10 minute cardio @ 2.0% incline)
Day 3: Back/Biceps/Shoulder (50 minutes+10 minute cardio @ 2.0% incline)
Day 4: Chest/Triceps/Calves (50 minutes+10 minute cardio @ 2.0% incline)
Day 5: Legs/Abs (50...
Last Updated: Apr 12, 2008 11:49am

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  • Reading (education related and the occaisional smutty novel)
  • Trying new recipes
  • Organizing (closets, filing systems, etc.)
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  • Muscle & Fitness Hers
  • Oxygen
Healthy Foods:
  • spinach
  • yams
  • chicken breasts
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  • ice cream
Workout Music:
  • Outkast
  • Justin Timberlake
  • John Legend
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Visitor Comments (3192)
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Me as a full blown chubster bonnieg [ View Profile ]
Today, 1:56pm
you just received my well deserved vote..good luck superhero!:)
superman vandamnwcbb [ View Profile ]
Today, 9:36am
TGIF!!Train hard ;)
Uppercut Watch Ouuuuutt! Running1spirit [ View Profile ]
Yesterday, 10:02pm
simply amazing! wow
Abs detour [ View Profile ]
Yesterday, 1:59am
The grass is always greener isn't it! Well, I was a pure heavy heavy lifter, and my back and quads really did swell up, plus I was on real high amounts of protein. Felt uncomfortable having that body but felt good shifting that much weight. I didn't look big by your average standards, just to big for ME. Maybe you need to cut back on your sessions and let your body calm down.
hmotb555 [ View Profile ]
Nov 18, 2009 7:06pm
Hey lady how's it going?! I love your hair by the way....rock that natural!!!
Abs detour [ View Profile ]
Nov 18, 2009 2:04am
Thank you Kassandre! I have stopped the weights to lose some mass, feel uncomfortable being bigger, about 10lbs more than my comfortable size. Making a switch to fitness and training gymnastics everyday - torture! But I love it, that feels like real fitness to me and I love the results of my hard work! You my dear look a-mazing!!!
Abs detour [ View Profile ]
Nov 17, 2009 9:35am
How have things been going? You look a-mazing! What have you been doing and what's on the horizon for you?
Red Rock Canyon jumper11 [ View Profile ]
Nov 16, 2009 7:50pm
Done!
A Blender-Half Full Look on Life ThanksB2God [ View Profile ]
Nov 16, 2009 12:45pm
Your progress is AMAZING keep up the great work!!
Upload your profile picture! KjA3 [ View Profile ]
Nov 16, 2009 11:52am
Thanks for the add and have a fantastic week!
Week 1
Diet serioussimon [ View Profile ]
Nov 16, 2009 4:09am
Thx for the compliment.
MJ Fox IFBB Pro Athlete and Fit Chik 4 Life mj fox [ View Profile ]
Nov 15, 2009 7:15pm
You are looking AWESOME! So proud of you keep it up and don't let anyone clip those wings. My sista you CAN fly. Hugs to ya-MJ
Red Rock Canyon jumper11 [ View Profile ]
Nov 15, 2009 4:44pm
voted! :)
goddessamazon [ View Profile ]
Nov 15, 2009 12:46pm
Absolutely girl. I'll go to your profile to see where and How to vote. You can count me in on that.
cjsny [ View Profile ]
Nov 15, 2009 7:13am
youre transformation is incredible and very inspiring. all your hard work has tottaly paid off, well done. I admire the dedication and am overwhelmed by your results. Stay focused, peace
Lenda and Me at Gold's sbogard08 [ View Profile ]
Nov 15, 2009 6:17am
Hey Girl!!! How are you? I've been perfecting my backstroke through all these floods we have had the past few days..guess a triathelon might be in my future. LOL! Yes, we do have plans to make so we will have to talk soon.
front pose KEEPNFIT [ View Profile ]
Nov 14, 2009 9:23pm
Good Evening.. You're daily journal is impressive, good job. Your physique is awesome, but I must admit your lower body quads especially are incredible... Wish you the best...
Upload your profile picture! Passionette_1 [ View Profile ]
Nov 14, 2009 6:28pm
You have inspired me to start my own Blog and make a change for the better. Where do i begin, what are you eating. Passionette_1
That Fitness MILF JustMinxy [ View Profile ]
Nov 14, 2009 4:39pm
ACCIDENTALLY! Seriously. They didn't know I was pregnant when I got called with the booking. I got the job first then told the agent. She was like OMG u are a hot mama! Then called the client & they loved it! I also think it's personality & genuinely enjoying meeting and knowing real people. Now my question is: HOW DO YOU DO IT? Write it down carefully & send it to me lol.
Tailgating Queen danianne [ View Profile ]
Nov 14, 2009 2:14pm
Your transformation is incredible!
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