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It was always a dream of mine to compete, and I started this journey because I was challenged to do so.
Why I Love It:
I love being able to sculpt my physique through hard work. Lifting weights is a spiritual experience for me and gets me through to the other side of any situation I am dealing with.
How I Stay Motivated:
My motivation comes from diverse sources. Just as I am a multidimensional person so are the reasons that I workout and compete. Additionally, I am a person with intense drive to always push for a better physique. It is that drive inside of me that keeps my spirit alive and pushes me everyday. This lifestyle has given me much purpose and direction. Bodybuilding is an integral part of my continual path toward self betterment.
BB Accomplishments:
2005 NPC Southern States Overall Figure Champion
2007 WNSO North American Advanced Figure Champion and WNSO Figure Professional
2007 Figure America Overall Champion
WNSO Judge
Up Next in 2009- Figure Universe
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Ava Cowan CPTS, NSCA-CPT
Figure America Overall Winner
WNSO Figure Professional
Last Updated: Yesterday, 7:05pm
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How long do you rest between sets on average? Why?
1-3 minutes. It depends on how many repetitions I complete. 12-15 reps or higher I take about a minute rest. 6-8 reps I rest for about 2 minutes. This is because that is how it takes for the lactic acid to leave the cells of the muscle being used.1-3 minutes. It depends on how many repetitions I complete. 12-15 reps or higher I take about a minute rest. 6-8 reps I rest for about 2 minutes. This is because that is how it takes for the lactic...more
- Updated Aug 17, 2008 5:43pm
How many reps per set do you usually do? Why?
6-8..usually, but I do switch up that rep range to keep my muscles guessing.
- Updated Aug 17, 2008 12:28pm
Have you ever had a lifting injury?
Yes
What type of injury was it? How long were you injured? How did you recover?
I just recently recovered from tendonidus(spelling??) of the long head of the bicep. I could not work chest or shoulders for a month. I did rehab work building the stabilizing muscles of the shoulder joint, and took a ton of supplements to aid joint health and repair.I just recently recovered from tendonidus(spelling??) of the long head of the bicep. I could not work chest or shoulders for a month. I did rehab work building the stabilizing muscles of the shoulde...more
I'm doing ok - relaxed the eating a little after comp..trying to find a balance...it's difficult because
I like being on the leaner side but man I like to eat too..lol!
Ava,
Thanks for the kind words! I have one question I'm embarassed to ask George. In November, how cold will that water and beach be at 6:00am?! I know that may sound crazy but I keep wondering if I will be freezing!
Amanda
this is mike from the gym. can u plz look at my body space photos & comment how i look. i need someone to critique where i am now 8 months out from the universe. thank you
thanks for the advice. i never had london broil. i will try it . today is steak day,yeah.i had agood workout today. very good . i did shoulder , i also sprint today on the track. i get a good respond from the sprinting.very good workout day.
you said it! As I started gaining back muscle(my personal fave on a woman, i find), i hated hiding it with hair, so i went shorter, shorter..(see progress pics) and eventually, wanted to show it all! Plus it makes it so easy at the gym! You also wear it great-perfect image of femininity and fitness(and smart!!)
Hey wassup yo! smokin as ever!
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you have no idea how you made my day!! I can remember you giving me supplement advice when i first go onto bb! Ps, you did inspire me to cut the hair. I as was getting more fit, i felt i didnt need the long hair to feel feminine, short is so sexy!
I saw your spread in Ironman. WOW! You look fantastic.What a great opportunity.
Competed sat. and it went ok. I ended up a heavy weight due to some unwanted water. It was me and one other girl she killed me, but I know I am clean and I am pretty sure she can't say that. I had fun anyway. Good luck to you.
Ava,
Love the new ONYX photo's you posted!
I am scheduled to shoot with George for two full days in November! My husband wanted the best phot's possible, so we selected ONYX. I love his work, I just hope I'm up to the task!
It's still almost six weeks away, so I'm not bothering George with questions but I have about a million going through my mind.
Anyway, I love your shots and pray I get some half that good! :)
Amanda62
