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"Here & Now-Help me celebrate my 47th B-Day! I'm in better shape now than 20 years ago...Dedication-A Tribute to all soldiers especially in war zones thank you & stay safe for I have been there...you're in my prayers!"
Born in a 3rd world country where women were viewed as prize possessions & being anything else other than a homemaker was taboo; along w/witnessing 2 battles, I'm extremely thankful for coming back home to the U.S. & having the opportunity of living the "American Dream" right now, so I try not to take anything or anyone for granted. I began weight training to get my upper body stronger for collegiate tennis; counteract med school stress; distract from war memories; get my 6-pack back post-babies; release work frustrations; better overcome life's obstacles & fight mother nature!
Why I Love It:
It explodes natural endorphins, energizes me & empowers me psychologically/ physically; it gives me more confidence both personally & has helped me to excel professionally in a surgical field dominated by men, allowing me to live by example- teaching my patients, students, athletes, & children about living a fit & healthy life.
How I Stay Motivated:
Being on this site seeing everyone's awesome attitude & getting fantastic feedback; also by competing in fitness shows a few times a year I can keep fiercely focused. I also train male pro & other athletes so I have to remain strong & tough myself!
BB Accomplishments:
#1 AR Women's Championship Tennis '83- athletic scholarship UALR 1980-84
Won Ms. Fort Benning (LW-100lb-BB) 1999 just 10 months after my 2nd baby
Leg press 1000lbs (10x my BW) x 5reps Lake Tahoe Gym record 2000
Pulled 4000lb vehicle 40ft twice (strong man practice) 2001
Set NASA national record for bench press at 143lbs (Masters 110lb) 2002
Benched 60%BW (65lbs) for 70reps (world record) at regionals Tri-Fit Challenge 2006
After dislocating my shoulder on Obstacle Course at Tri-Fit Nationals 2007, still managed to max out 50reps on bench
Here & Now-Help me celebrate my 47th B-Day! I'm in better shape now than 20 years ago...Dedication-A Tribute to all soldiers especially in war zones thank you & stay safe for I have been there...you're in my prayers!
Goal (Long):
I started lifting weights when I was playing collegiate tennis on scholarship to get my upper body stronger to help w/serving & volleys. I then had to give it up for med school but picked up teaching aerobics to keep balance in my life. When I decided to go into Orthopaedic Surgery I realized that in order for me to use huge & heavy power tools to operate, I had to have more than just leverage or big assistants; thus more motive for gaining strength & staying stronger! Now it's a large part of my life. I can't imagine not being able to workout! In fact, my children can't wait to truly "lift" w/me. I want to teach my daughter that she can be strong yet feminine, tough yet gentle; to be resilient & independent to take care of herself-carrying on what my mother taught me when she brought me to America 35 years ago. I want my son to have the confidence in his body, to feel masculine & protect his sister if need be...I also want to show other women that you can have it all, as long as you're determined & not allow any obstacles to deter you from living your dreams!
your new avatar should be illegal1 its to hot for bb.com1 lol You are one impressive young lady, keep up the hard work! you are kickin some serious azz!
