BEFORE

Toni’s Journey To Her First Bikini Show

AFTER! (Taken 6 weeks out from show time)

How did you get started in fitness?

I started getting into fitness by taking a fit camp with Tim Gorham.  I wanted to do something to look and feel better.  Once the fit camp was over I started taking kickboxing, but still wasn't seeing the results I wanted. So Tim convinced me to start weight training with him—his fiancé, Ashley Katz, also put me on a strict nutrition program. This is when I began to see results!

What compelled you to do a bikini competition?

I wanted a goal of something to work towards to continue to give me motivation to work harder and continue eating right. I also wanted to compete to give me more self-confidence.  I want to do something out of my comfort zone that pushes me to strive for the best.

What challenges have you had to overcome?

The challenges I have overcome are staying honest and accountable with my diet.  It is so easy to cheat but I have to have a lot of will power and motivation to stick to my diet so I have good results.  I have had many life changes going on since I have began working out on a regular basis, but working out and eating clean have made me feel so much better about myself.

What is your diet like?

I eat 6 small meals a day.  It consists of oatmeal, egg whites, chicken, brown rice, sweet potatoes, almonds, and broccoli.

What is your workout schedule like?

I workout 5-6 days a week at 5am. I mix cardio with weights.

When it comes to competing for the WBFF Rhode Island show November 5th, what are you looking forward to most?

I am looking forward to seeing what my body looks like, accomplishing my goal of getting out of my comfort zone, and becoming more comfortable with myself.

A note from Ashley:

I can’t say enough good things about Toni. She’s worked so hard to achieve her goals and never gives up when things get tough. Not only has her physical transformation changed drastically, but her mentality has changed, too. She’s more self confident, outgoing and an all around happier person. She went from being a very passive person during our competition practices—to a sassy bikini diva ready to take the stage! I wish her all the best as we both will be taking the stage together on November, 5 2011 for the WBFF Bikini Diva Division in Providence, Rhode Island! Congratulations, Toni on all your accomplishments—you are truly an inspiration!

Ashley