I have always been into fitness, health, sports, and just very active. But I was looking for a bigger goal than just breaking a sweat at the gym. A friend of mine gave me the idea and I read in many fitness magazines those women competitors that always said “if you’re thinking about it – just go ahead and do it!!”. Of course, it helps that they looked gorgeous, strong, accomplished, and very confident!

First contest ever was the NPC Jay Culter 2015. I was pretty much the only first timer so imagine my surprise when I took 5th place!! Awesome feeling!

Lost 10 pounds and 10% in body fat.  But the thing I am most proud of is all the knowledge about nutrition/training and the experience of getting to know my body.  I see how my body can transform and that I will take away with me forever.

Setting a bigger goal, working towards it, challenging my body and mind, and getting there with a great feeling of accomplishment, growth, and satisfaction!

First, the obvious of feeling better, healthy, being sharp, looking young, etc.  But I love how maintaining a healthy lifestyle makes me feel psychologically: strong, daring, fearless…

She is very encouraging while being very direct with her comments… so when she pays you a compliment you believe her.  Also, she is very responsive and very knowledgeable / experienced.

The fact that it is remote is the most challenging. Although Julie is so responsive ! I feel if we worked together live I would have gotten even more out of it.

Ultimate Muscle Protein chocolate with PB…

It is a great feeling to now be the one telling the reader… truly, if you are hesitating about competing, I definitely encourage you to do it… you will not regret it in so many ways!

2015 Culter Classic Bikini

Boston, MA

Angy Bahra Bikini Competitor

Julie is very encouraging while being very direct with her comments… so when she pays you a compliment you believe her!  Also, she is very responsive and very knowledgeable/experienced.