Female

"Give up on the idea that there is a masculine and feminine way to achieving results in the weight room. Be prepared to get your hands dirty and lift heavy. " - Kelly Dessington

"Eat plenty of protein, drink at least a gallon of water a day, and LIFT HEAVY!" - Amy Suzanne Updike

"I like heavy and intense training. I like feeling strong and looking good, so I never really lose motivation or enthusiasm" - Kristina Krstic

"I know many competitors come from a sports background but I am not one of them. Long story short, I was living a destructive lifestyle at an early age, went to rehab when I was 20 years old and after that is when I started lifting weights because I wanted to turn my life around and be healthy" - Megan Wyble

Workout Routine: Emilie Provencher

"Now, I’m on stage with women that I was watching to motivate me a few years ago. That’s such an honor. That’s proof to me that I was right to be focused and determined on the path I took" - Emilie Provencher

"Think about what you want but don’t forget to know what you don’t want. It’s very important in Life. Enjoy every day and be proud of yourself" - Nikola Weiterova

"Be patient, the results will speak for themselves" - Etu Sipőcz

"I know what I want reflecting back from the mirror at me. The best way to achieve those goals is through discipline. Set the course and go!" - Maggie Corso

"Step into a gym, ask for advice from professionals, if I can do it, you can do it!" - Lelde Liepa