Mary Jo
Resides: Orange County, California
Age: 30
Height: 5ft 7" 
Weight: 134 pounds
Favorite Bodypart: Shoulders & Abs

Tips to get in shape for the new year?

Many women will have New Year's Resolutions in 2008 to shape up and get ready for summer at the beach. It's a great time to start getting into a routine, but why wait until January when you can make a real difference now. My advice would be to get a gym membership and hit the gym three-four times weekly, including both cardio and resistance training will help to sculpt that toned beach body. The most important factor however, is Diet. If you don't get your diet on track you're not going to get the body you want. Let Sixpacknow.com get you on track with a Customized Diet Plan.

How did you get into fitness?

I have always been thin and physically active, but it wasn't until I met David (now my husband) in 1999, that I started weight training. Reflecting back on our first trip to the gym is pretty comical. I had never been to a real gym and he had me train legs with him. I remember wanting to die as I squatted a puny 20lb straight bar. I couldn't walk for about five days afterward and I loved it! The gym became a lifestyle for me.

I did my first figure show in 2000. It was the Women's Tri Fitness and I took 2nd place! One point behind the first place girl! I was hooked! I went on that year to compete for the NPC and did my first NPC figure event in Anaheim, the Orange County Classic. I have been competing ever since!

What Workout Plan Worked Best For You?

Training:

Day 1: Back and Rears or Biceps
Day 2: Quads
Day 3: Shoulders
Day 4: Chest and Triceps
Day 5: Hamstrings
Day 6: Arms
-If not previously trained with another body part Alternate every other day: ABS, calves and step-ups.

Cardio: 7 days a week Session #1: 60-80 minutes at 4:30am on an empty stomach

Session #2: 50-70 minutes in the evening or post training.


What Nutrition Plan Has Worked Best For You?

I eat 6-8 meals evenly spaced throughout the day. My first meal is typically eaten after my first cardio session (6:30am). Depending on where I am at in my training season, my diet can vary considerably. But, a generic sample of my diet would look something like this:

Meal #1- 1.5 scoops of part Beverly International Muscle Provider Cookies & Cream
and part MRM 100% Natural Vanilla Protein Powder with 1/2 cup Oats with 2 tbs.
Wheat Bran.
Meal#2- 6 egg whites, 1 tbs. salsa and 1/2 cup oats.
Meal#3- 4 oz. lean protein (chicken or white fish) with 3 tbs. salsa, 1 cup broccoli and 5oz. baked yam
Meal#4- 1 rice cake with 1 tbs. of P.B.
Meal #5- 4oz. lean protein (chicken or white fish) with 1 cup green beans
Meal#6- 5oz. steamed salmon with large salad
Meal#7- 1.5 scoops of Beverly International Chocolate Protein Powder

Do you have a trainer, or do you create your diet and training routines yourself?

Yes, Kim Oddo!!! I starting working with Kim in October of 2005 and it was one of the best decision regarding my fitness career I have ever made. I could never have reached my current potential without his guidance and expertise.


What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

I'm a firm believer and loyal consumer of the supplements that I take. I always make sure I research each product and company thoroughly to ensure quality ingredients and product claims. The most crucial supplements for me would be Protein Powder, Glutamine, BCAA's, EFA's, and a thermogenic for contest prep.

Good luck with getting the 6 pack of your dreams!

Mary-Jo

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