Tuesday 22 May 2012

Kelowna Western Canadians 2012-Results!!!!

Wow what a weekend!!! Full of excitment, anxiousness and craziness....
Me and Andrew after the morning show.

I didn’t place Top 5. based on placing the judges were looking for a softer look.
I did get into 1st call outs in the pre-judging but didnt make it into Top 5 in the evening.
I feel I definitely brought my best to stage after 6 months of hard training and over 40lbs weight loss since August 2011. With that being said am I disappointed I didn’t place TOP 5? Of course to a certain degree I am but not discouraged that I won’t compete again.

I am in the Masters Class therefore I am less than 6 weeks out from my next show! I am hooked….I totally loved being on stage and can’t wait to get feedback from the judges so far I have been told I came in too lean for Bikini Class but I will work hard and try to tweak my look for the 2012 BC Championships held on June 30th. I don't think much can be done in less than 6 weeks and its highly unlikely will I present a softer look.
I committed to train hard to look lean all year round so not sure if my abs will appear less visible on stage at the next show but I will try to work on making improvments based on feedback! I was at the gym the day after and that’s all you can do….carb up, refuel your body and get back to the gym to use it all up and the workout was amazing!!!! To say the least…I am still sore today!

Our dinner reward meal on Sunday after our workout



My husband Andrew placed 3rd in the show. I am so proud of him. We have worked so hard!

Left side 2nd Place....Middle 1st...my hubby on the Right 3rd


We came home last night and prepped food did cardio this morning and it felt good to get back to the gym.

and here we go again less than 6 weeks....
Anyhow here are some pictures from the show....All of my show pictures are by ProShotPhoto.com as I did a photoshoot with Gus Mctavish so he captured some great shots of me on stage.


And here are some before, along the way and 12 progress pictures prior to the show...
July 2011- Started working out a bit on my own.
September 24th, 2011 after training with Leigh for just over a month

12 weeks out
11 weeks out
9 weeks out (missed 10 weeks)
8 week out-Front

8 week out-Back

7 week out-Front










7 weeks out-Back

6 weeks out-Front
 
 
6 weeks out-Back

 
5 weeks out-Back

5 weeks out-Front 

4 weeks out- Front


4 weeks out- Back


3 weeks out- Front

3 weeks out- Back




2 weeks out-Front
2 weeks out-Back


2 weeks out-Back flexed

4 comments:

  1. You are an inspiration. I am amazed at your dedication and focus. You are truly lucky to have a life partner in Andrew as I know the support you give to each other has made you stay on track.

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  2. What a transformation!!! You look incredible Grace, keep it up... I know you will!!!!

    My transformation post should be posted this weekend - with pics! Scared, but it needs to be done!!

    xoxo Can't wait to try some of your recipes!

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    1. Thank you Andrea
      You and I know how hard this is....all worth it when you look back at the transformation pictures.

      Recipes are in the works!

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  3. Thanks Gloria
    Yes ...it's so true Andrew truly is my rock....he embraces everything....the good the bad nd the ugly when it comes to prepping for the show!!!! It's not always pretty...lol

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