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athlete profile : Michelle Bannister
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Name | Mrs Michelle Bannister |
| Gender |
Female |
| Marital Status |
Married |
| Nationality |
Australian |
| Age |
29 |
| Height |
163cm |
| Weight |
55kg |
| Business |
La Trobe Financial Services |
| Profession |
Finance Manager |
| Qualifications |
Diploma of Mortgage Lending |
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"“If it’s easy to be, then it’s not for me”"
Overview (A Little About Me)
I started as a casual gym user before getting into marathon running. I really enjoyed the challenge a marathon presented, I found that it is a great test of your mental strength. I ran 4 marathons in my first year of running and paid the price for doing too much too soon – I developed an injury which required me to stop running for six months to let it recover. Not one to sit idle for too long, and not being able to run, I diverted my energy to weight training.
After a few months I began to see a noticeable change in my figure and it was suggested that maybe I should do a show to satisfy my competitive urge until I could resume running. Well, once I started I was hooked! That was 18 months ago, my running injury has now gone away, but at this stage I have no interest in marathon running, preferring my new chosen sport of bodybuilding.
I love the way I look and feel when I compete, I love the discipline and training required, I love the rush you get on stage and most of all I like the people you meet along the way.
Interests
Outside of training and competitions (which is the obvious answer) I like going to nice restaurants – never going to the same one twice, no matter how good it is, preferring to try something new and exciting every time.
Supporting my husband’s football side. During the winter I can be found on the fence at the footy barracking for my husband.
Favourites (Food, Bodyparts, People)
Food: Spaghetti Marinara, Peppermint Slice (not when in comp prep though!!)
Body Parts: A good back and nice round shoulders.
People: Monica Brant’s figure, Nathan Buckley’s discipline/professionalism, Lance Armstrong for his determination, but without question my favourite person in the world is my husband Cory – not only a husband but my best friend, my nutritionist and most importantly my training partner.
Motivations (What Motivates Me)
I do. I believe that if you really want to do something then you shouldn’t need anyone to motivate you. Why should it be someone else’s responsibility to keep you motivated/focused?
Training History (Years, Location, Trainer)
Time: 18 months
Where: Body & Soul Fitness Centre, Traralgon
Who By: My husband, Cory
Training Schedule (Training Style and Tips)
I like to mix it up every 4 weeks or so, changing exercises, routine, weights and reps, but always try to maintain a high level of intensity with my training. My favourite training sessions are heavy weights sessions that leave you aching in bed at night.
SUNDAY – Quads / Calves
MONDAY – Chest / Triceps
TUESDAY – Shoulders / Abs
WEDNESDAY – Rest
THURSDAY – Hamstrings / Calves
FRIDAY – Back / Biceps
SATURDAY - Rest
Cardio Schedule
I change my cardio schedule regularly between: running, stepper, x-trainer, cycling and sprints, and I usually do a 2 hour session on a Saturday morning.
40 mins each Morning
20 mins after Evening after training
Nutrition (Examples of My Diet)
OFF-SEASON
Morning Oats with Protein Powder and Flaxseed Oil
Mid-Morning Fruit
Lunch Chicken, Greens & Brown Rice
Mid-Afternoon Protein Shake
Dinner Chicken, Steak or Kangaroo & Greens
Before Bed Protein Shake
PRE-COMP
Similar to above with a few changes to portion sizes and timing of carbs as the comp. gets closer, decreasing calories slowly until I reach my desired level of conditioning.
Competition History
1st INBA All Female Muscle and Fitness Classic – Figure (Novice) – 2008
7th INBA Australian Natural Physique Titles – Figure (Novice) - 2008
Goals (Future Plans and Career Expectations)
I am eager to compete in 2009, hopefully doing a few more shows than I did this year, continuing to learn, gain experience and build confidence.
My long term goal is to win a National title in a Figure division and then reassess at that point.
Overall, I just want to be the best that I can be!!
Media Coverage (Calendars, Magazines and Newspapers)
Feature Article - La Trobe Valley Express
Best Advice (Fitness, Health and Training)
Believe in yourself.
Never think “I wish I could do that” or “I wish I could look like that”, just go and do it, put your head down and work hard, whether it’s dieting or training, just get it done, don’t stop to have a break, just get it done and enjoy the benefits when you have achieved, not before, then reassess and start again!
Supplements Used
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Multi-Vitamin
Flaxseed Oil
Fish Oil
Protein
PRE-TRAINING
PrimaForce NO2
DURING TRAINING
Scivation Xtend
POST TRAINING
Scivation Xtend
Evolve L-Glutamine
PM
Evolve Slow-Whey (Cookies and Cream)
My Preferred Supplements (buy online)
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