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Q: What%u2019s a common misconception people have about bodybuilding?A. People think it%u2019s easier than it is. Social media often only shows the fun side of bodybuilding%u2014cheat meals, strong lifts, travel, and beautiful physiques. When an average person compliments me and says, %u201cI wish I could look like you,%u201d I find myself questioning, %u201cDo you really?%u201d Because it%u2019s not easy, and it%u2019s very monotonous. Everyone is capable of looking fit and healthy, but it takes great effort. People don%u2019t understand the level of discipline and effort required to attain and maintain a bodybuilder%u2019s physique.Q: As a coach, what%u2019s the most rewarding part of helping others reach their goals?A. I love watching people grow into confident and strong individuals. A person%u2019s first prep is very transformative. It%u2019s beautiful to witness that moment when a person realizes the strength they possess.Q: What%u2019s the biggest mistake you see people make when starting their fitness journey?A. Setting unrealistic goals. Thinking that just because they%u2019ve decided to try something and hire a coach, they%u2019ll achieve all their physique-related goals instantly. We live in a time of instant gratification, but building a physique takes time and effort.Q: How do you balance your own fitness career with coaching others?A. It%u2019s not too difficult. I%u2019m very routine-oriented and communicate clearly to each client about my expectations of them. When we travel for clients%u2019 shows, we plan ahead to stay on track with our own prep. Make a plan and execute it. Q: What%u2019s next for you in your fitness journey?A. At this time, I%u2019m unsure what%u2019s next. I%u2019ve done 20 shows to date and am taking some time for myself. I plan to travel in 2025. My husband recently turned pro, and we%u2019ve talked about possibly doing a pro show together, then %u201criding off into the sunset%u201d (retiring from competing) together.I will always continue to live the lifestyle%u2014MOSTMAGAZINEMOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 63 39
