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One day, about 6 years ago, I started thinking about my dreams. I realised I had always wanted to surf. I had never done any sport before in my life and I remember going out for the first time and seeing people more than 20 years older than me ripping it up - while I was exhausted just from paddling! But I caught my first wave and was hooked! I joined the local gym to try and get fit and from there it has opened up many new doors to a life I never imagined.
Why I Love It:
I love working out because being strong enhances my quality of life, both mentally and physically.
How I Stay Motivated:
Short term: I stay motivated by seeing the results and constantly working on my mental and physical skills. I love learning new things and having fun also helps!!! Longer term: working out is a means to an end for me - being strong and having endurance makes enjoying the adventures of life so much better!
BB Accomplishments:
Miss Fitness Panama & Miss Gym Panama: Second overall.
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Last Updated: Jul 25, 2009 7:32am
What Belinda Benn Is Up To:
Nov 20, 2009
Belinda Bennupdated Fit Status "Please check out my latest ab workout video posted here and give me some feedback or request!"
This was taken in the San Blas Islands, Panama by my sister visting from New Zealand! I had done no exercise for 3 months due to work! Although I weighed 123 pounds I lacked condition and tone.
October 17th 2009: The Ultimate Body Reality TV show audition! I got to meet some wonderful people including Brittnie from bodyspace!
Erin Stern inspires me because she has an abundance of positive energy! She is naturally super athletic and looks amazing when she moves, runs, jumps or workouts. At 5.8 she has developed a lot of muscle with great form, shape and definition, not easy to do with the extra height. And she is a successful business person to boot! Erin comes across as a very down to earth, happy person who is passionate about what she is doing. I hope all her dreams come true!
When I first started weight training last year I found Ava's photos online and was amazed at how strong and sexy she was. I went back and studied photos and articles from Ava's history until today. I was impressed at how she has developed her physique and career - through a lot of hard work and determination - competitions, her website, videos and professional relationships. And Ava's Iron Man shoot last year was so inspirational and is still one of my favourite female physique videos!
What do you think about people who "grunt" loudly while working out? Do you do it?
I understand and have been known to have the occasional outburst. But I say, conserve your energy for lifting not grunting
- Updated Jan 13, 2009 5:23am
What type of nutrition plan are you currently following? Give full details.
Right now I am leaning out while still trying to maintain muscle condition. I have 3 secret foods I am eating! The first is my version of Gallo Pinto, the traditional Costa Rican breakfast, an omelette made with 6 eggs whites, 2 yolks, red beans, tomatoes and a little low fat cheese. Then I have my favourite post workout protein shake: vanilla, banana, papaya, flax seed and cinnamon. Then there is my chilli pork and vegetable casserole (slow cooked lean pork, onions, peppers, string beans, tomatoes, kidney beans and taco flavoured salsa) for dinner! Heaps of protein, low carbs but enough energy to workout hard and a small amount of fat. Hey I think it's working!!Right now I am leaning out while still trying to maintain muscle condition. I have 3 secret foods I am eating! The first is my version of Gallo Pinto, the traditional Costa Rican breakfast, an omelet...more
Description: A short video of a beach shoot I did with Federico Galbraith at Santa Clara beach Panamá. For posters from this shoot go to:
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Description: Nothing ever works like in the movies!
Last Updated: Dec 5, 2009 6:14am
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Why I like this video: A short video of a shoot I did for bodybuilding.com - a photo from this was used for my first magazine cover!
During my teens I spent a lot of time in hospital with asthma, even once in intensive care. Anyway, during the many torturous drips, needles to veins and arteries etc. etc. the doctors always encouraged me to say "ouch" - to verbalize the pain. Well today I just realized I still do that...
After my 5 month gaining program I am now leaning out getting ready for February photos and my March comp. Right now it is a very delicate balance between maintaining my muscle condition and shedding the fat. I can easily over train because when I am lean and eating low calories my body just...
hi simply gorgeous belinda just wishing you and your family a very merry christmas and a very happy new year aswell. im so sorry ive haven't had the chance to send your magazine i hope you will still be in the states when i send it in the new year? well God bless & takecare Ciao bella beautiful Belinda
Thank you, Belinda! No, I don't have the results I want...yet...but I'm not going to give up! I'll keep trying until I find something that works for me. I will keep you posted...thank you :)
Send sunshine...LOL!! We got 20+ inches of snow this weekend. Got Tris, Shoulders, chest, legs, back, and abs workout while shoveling for 7 hours over the span of the weekend...LOL!!! Hope all is well with you. Have a Wonderful Christmas!! Cheers, Bryan
Thank you so much for the love. Just one more week and I can start lifting again. You know, although I've missed it terribly, it's actually not killed me to take a rest. ;) Have a wonderful Christmas! xxoo & a big HUG.
You are welcome Belinda. Thanks I worked hard and long for those abs now that I am adding some size I am watching thme close to keep them showing still eating very clean just more cals and less cardio.
God Bless
Randy
So Gorgeous in that avi but then you always are Gorgeous!
Hey Belinda how are you I am doing good now specially on my workouts I gain all my weight back and strength feeling great wind I was 15 lbs lighter I felt sick, but I better now
