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Membership Info
Member Since: Oct 11, 2005
BodyBlog Started: Feb 2, 2007
BodySpace Profile Visits:
  • Last 24 Hours: 309
  • Last 7 Days: 2,121
  • Overall: 129,401
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Last Visit: Nov 18, 2009 4:14pm
Last Forum Post: Oct 27, 2009 6:12pm
Last Photo Upload: Oct 31, 2009 1:28pm
Last Profile Update: Nov 18, 2009 3:56pm
Last Blog Post: Oct 30, 2009 10:52pm

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Mikiko

Overall Goal:  Thank you for your votes! I will do my best to inspire, help my community, put my 100% into my shows, and continue to add value to BodySpace and make it through Round 2!

Fit Status:  Nationals in Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Saturday, Nov 21. WOOT!

Motivation Level: 10/10


Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Alexandra Porshnikoff
Sex:
Female
Age:
36
Location:
San Francisco, California, United States
Occupation:
Executive Assistant, Yahoo! Inc.
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
24 Hour Fitness
1211 E Arques Ave
Sunnyvale, CA
United States
College:
San Francisco State University
Attended 1991 to 1999
San Francisco, California
United States
High School:
George Washington High
Attended 1987 to 1991
San Francisco, California
United States
When I Started:
Oct, 2002
How I Started:
I've always been athletic and loved sports. At 19, I was blessed with a beautiful baby girl. Though rewarding, it was a huge challenge to be a parent, and turned into the proverbial "skinny fat girl". Soon I met a wonderful person who taught me the importance of not neglecting myself. He re-introduced me to the gym, and taught me to care about my health. After his passing, working out helped me cope with my grief, and made me feel as if he were still a part of my life. God blessed me again with another very special person who connected the fitness dots for me--nutrition, training, cardio, supplementation, and the overall pursuit of wellness. He also introduced me to the sport of bodybuilding and ignited a new passion in my life.
Why I Love It:
Most people train because there are obvious health benefits, or for reasons of vanity. I can't stay away from the gym because I feel so energized and euphoric after a workout, especially when there are new techniques to try, and new personal records to set! The effects nutrition and exercise have on my physique never cease to amaze me. I love experimenting with various techniques to evoke subtle differences in my body...lean, soft, hard, curvy, flat, or full. I appreciate all of the various looks and have a lot of fun with them! Bodybuilding is just one of those sports where you don't compete against other people...ultimately, you are competing against yourself, bringing in the best work of art to the stage. Exercise is also one of those subjects that most people can relate to. I've snuffed out many a conversation at social events describing my love for entomology...however, EVERYONE is always interested in learning the secrets of looking and feeling great!
How I Stay Motivated:
I find motivation everywhere! Reading about and observing the progress of the members on BodySpace is very motivating, as well as reading about those that falter. I see their weaknesses and errors. I learn from other people's mistakes, and strive to not make them my own. I find motivation in the challenges life presents me on a daily basis. Bodybuilding has taught me patience, dedication, determination and focus. Life events will attempt to shake all of those things, and time and time again I will get off track...but I always get right back on! Through trial and error, I have learned that attaining perfection isn't about never falling off the wagon. It's about acknowledging that you did, regain your bearings, and get right back to it. Though I started off on my own, getting to the point I am on my own would have been very challenging! I am eternally grateful for the guidance, support, and mentoring provided by my coach, Kim Oddo, who I have retained for the past 3 years. His patience and understanding of me as a competitor, mother, working professional, woman and human being has been invaluable. I feel blessed to have chosen to align myself with someone who has the same dedication, drive, energy, focus, spirit, and common values as myself. More recently, I feel very blessed to have found a competent and professional Personal Trainer, Travis Amorim (a Master Trainer at 24-hour Fitness), with whom I am able to intelligently discuss the latest research in nutrition and supplementation during my excruciating workouts! I am motivated by encouragement as well as discouragement. I feel proud when I am acknowledged, and thoughtful when I am critiqued. I am motivated because I know that there will always be a new goal to reach, a new obstacle to overcome and a new lesson to be learned. I am motivated because this sport is not easy. It tests the limits of my strength and sanity, and that makes me feel ALIVE.
BB Accomplishments:
2009 Nationals - Pending 2009 NPC Sacramento - Pending 2009 Team U - 4th Place 2009 USA's - 8th Place 2008 Emerald Cup - 1st Place 2007 Contra Costa - 1st Place 2007 California State - 2nd Place 2005 Max Muscle Naturals - 1st Place 2005 Contra Costa - 8th Place 2004 California State - 6th Place 2004 Contra Costa - 6th Place
Forum Signature:
*~*~*~*~*~ The joy of giving is the greatest joy of life.
Last Updated: Oct 25, 2009 4:55pm

What Mikiko Is Up To:
Nov 12, 2009
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Progress Pictures:
Jun 27, 2009 Jul 26, 2009
Week 4 - Side Model Search Entry
130 lbs / 6.7% Bodyfat 1 more month!
Mike Yurkovic, Phisique-Art Inc.
Last Updated: Sep 11, 2009 5:34pm

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Last Updated: Sep 15, 2009 3:28pm

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Last Updated: Sep 19, 2008 11:33am

Goals:
Main Goal:
Compete
Goal (Overall):
Thank you for your votes! I will do my best to inspire, help my community, put my 100% into my shows, and continue to add value to BodySpace and make it through Round 2!
Goal (Long):
Currently conditioning my physique for NPC Sacramento, then off to Nationals!!! I will need to continue to tighten my package, especially my glutes, practice my posing, and shine on stage!
Weight Goal:
I want to LOSE 5 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
4%
Upcoming Contest:
Team Universe
Last Updated: Oct 5, 2009 7:05pm

Members That Inspire Mikiko:
cain76 [ BodySpace ]
I met Cain on Bodyspace, and I must say he is one of the nicest people I know! I am inspired by his achievements and commitment to fitness!!!
Making_A_Change [ BodySpace ]
Kassandre is one amazing lady! She balances her work, family, social, and training life to reach for the stars with grace and class!
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BodyAnswers
Mikiko has answered 27 of 67 total questions.
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What do you think about people who "grunt" loudly while working out? Do you do it?
Anything to help you get through your workout. Yes, I occasionally slip when the pressure is on!
- Updated Mar 19, 2008 11:25am

Do you socialize while at the gym?
Sometimes
- Updated Mar 19, 2008 11:25am

What type of outfit do you usually wear when you workout? Why?
goretex / underarmour sportsbra and sweatpants to hold me in and keep me dry.
- Updated Mar 19, 2008 11:25am

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Contest History:
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Last Updated: Sep 5, 2008 1:47pm

Videos of Mikiko
2009 FitExpo Los Angeles - Bodybuilding.com
2009 FitExpo Los Angeles - Bodybuilding.com
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Description: bodybuilding.com interview at the 2009 Ironman Expo
Mikiko's Bodyspace Video for Bodybuilding.com
Mikiko's Bodyspace Video for Bodybuilding.com
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Description: Bodyspace Spokesmodel Search entry video
Wide Grip Pullups
Wide Grip Pullups
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Description: meh doing pullups a few years ago...
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Last Updated: Jul 31, 2009 2:07pm

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Last Updated: Sep 11, 2009 11:54am

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Category: Other on Oct 30, 2009 10:52pm

Wow, what a long year!
When I started competing in NPC Figure in 2004, I never imagined the level of focus I would get to now! Back then, it seemed overwhelming enough to get through one diet and prep for stage, let alone actully compete at the National level! The longer I am in it, the more...


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Last Activity: Nov 15, 2009 7:04pm
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Workout Program:
Sunday - no training

Monday - am: cardio, pm: weights

Tues - 30 min cardio, pm: weights and hula

Wed - am: 30 min cardio

Thurs - am: 30 min cardio, pm: weights

Fri - am: 30 min cardio; pm: weights

Sat - am: 30 min cardio

I'm using this program to condition my body for...
Last Updated: Jan 25, 2008 4:24pm

Favorites
Bodyparts:
Hobbies:
  • Beekeeping
  • Bug Collecting
  • Fishing
Magazines:
  • Oxygen
  • Esquire
  • Muscle & Fitness
Healthy Foods:
  • Seafood, oatmeal, tomatoes
Cheat Foods:
  • Gin n tonics!
  • Chocolate Brioche from Bix
  • Fresh ground peanut butter from Whole Foods
Workout Music:
  • Let the Bodies Hit the Floor
  • Eric Morillo
  • Kaskade!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Last Updated: Sep 11, 2009 11:09am

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Last Updated: Nov 18, 2009 3:56pm

Visitor Comments (2177)
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vak_151 [ View Profile ]
Yesterday, 7:04pm
Hi, how is the taste of AllMax - IsoNatural and how about the results ?
MADDAWG44SAILS [ View Profile ]
Yesterday, 11:38am
what up
MADDAWG44SAILS [ View Profile ]
Yesterday, 11:36am
what up
amircarlosagass [ View Profile ]
Nov 19, 2009 9:28am
saw ur you tube videos ;) cool
Ricanbombshell [ View Profile ]
Nov 19, 2009 5:59am
i need it to add u as my inspiration cuz i really dont recall how many times i keep visiting ur page!! God bless you!!
bigstacks [ View Profile ]
Nov 18, 2009 2:31pm
looking really good nice work
Upload your profile picture! concentr8 [ View Profile ]
Nov 18, 2009 12:59pm
omg!!!!
MADDAWG44SAILS [ View Profile ]
Nov 18, 2009 12:52pm
how it been?
Upload your profile picture! patrickmmm [ View Profile ]
Nov 18, 2009 11:05am
hun... stunning! let me know if there is anything i can do to help! Looking great!
aliiqrar [ View Profile ]
Nov 17, 2009 11:01pm
Great fugure and superb abs...
Robert15 [ View Profile ]
Nov 15, 2009 11:03pm
Thanks i am actually finding some happiness in doing that and your welcome if u ever need any kind words just ask I am good at cheering ppl up or so i am told
Dante2 [ View Profile ]
Nov 15, 2009 9:45pm
Keep up the good work
Making_A_Change [ View Profile ]
Nov 14, 2009 8:47am
Thank you--that means alot! We need to get together soon! You looked beautiful, as usual, at The Sac!
08/31/07 bodyauditor [ View Profile ]
Nov 13, 2009 11:53pm
Hey There AP, Anything big on tap for the weekend?
Moskrunch12 [ View Profile ]
Nov 13, 2009 11:48pm
right off the bat lemme just say, i love ur name..does it mean something? Also , ive been giving some thought towards competiting. I love the women that compete and have respect for the fellas..so how do i get in on the action?
Looking for paradise Aletha [ View Profile ]
Nov 13, 2009 11:30pm
Good luck!
MADDAWG44SAILS [ View Profile ]
Nov 13, 2009 2:06pm
it week one in i feel pump up
Profile Pic Nightbird573 [ View Profile ]
Nov 13, 2009 12:51pm
Beautiful physique! My new goal=look like you! :P Great work!
Hotjiuicnet [ View Profile ]
Nov 13, 2009 12:46pm
Whats up Alex
at my leanest last year Heaton11 [ View Profile ]
Nov 13, 2009 10:01am
Thanks for the add. Great results. Keep 'em up.
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