Jeannie Zingg

How Did You Get Started?

I started in high school mainly because I loved sports, but was too shy to get involved. I started lifting in high school and loved that this was a sport that I could do on my own. After a month or so I joined a gym. I saw results almost immediately as far as physique, strength, and self esteem. I was hooked and have worked out faithfully ever since.

My senior year in high school I did my first bodybuilding competition and continued that for a few more years. I continued to work out, but decided to switch to figure competition after having my daughter 5 years ago.

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Jeannie Zingg.

What Workout Plan Worked Best For You?

I do a four day split with a cardio day in between. I stay between 8-12 reps per body part with a warm-up set and 3 more to follow.

TERMS YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW

Superset - Two exercises are performed consecutively without any rest. [ Learn More About Reading Workout Logs ]

Day 1: Chest And Biceps

• Incline Dumbbell Bench Press: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Incline Dumbbell Flyes: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Smith Machine Bench Press: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Superset:

Cable Crossovers Or Pec Deck: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
Pushups To Failure


• Barbell Curls: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Preacher Curls: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Cable Curls Or Hammer Curls: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Alternate Dumbbell Curls: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps

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Day 2: Back And Triceps

• Pull-Ups: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Pulldowns: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• One Arm Dumbbell Rows: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Seated Cable Rows: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps

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Day 3: Cardio, Abs And Calves

• 45 Minutes On Spinner And Stairmill
• Bicycle Crunches: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Decline Crunches: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Leg Lifts: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Standing Calf Raise: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Seated Calf Raise: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps

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I always vary the abs exercises and do them in a circuit.

Day 4: Legs

• Leg Extensions: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Leg Press: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Hack Squats: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Seated Leg Curls: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Lying Leg Curls Or Romanian Deadlifts: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Superset:

Walking Lunges: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
Squats: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
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Day 5: Shoulders And Traps

• Lateral Raise: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Dumbbell Overhead Press: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Dumbbell Raises Or Upright Rows: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps
• Dumbbell Rear Delt Flyes: 3 Sets Of 8-12 Reps

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Day 6: Cardio Or A Circuit With Light Weights

• 45-60 Minutes Treadmill And Spinner (or)
• 10-15 Minute Warm Up And Pick 2 Exercises Per Body Part And Superset Or Circuit

Day 7: Rest

Closer to a contest I do cardio in the morning first thing for about 30-45 minutes.

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Jeannie Zingg.

What Nutrition Plan Has Worked Best For You?

Breakfast:

• 1 Serving Oat Bran
• 1 Cup Egg Whites

Snack:

• Protein Shake
• 1 Serving Fiber One Cereal

Lunch:

• 6 Oz. Chicken Or Tuna In A Wrap Or
• Salad With Nonfat Cottage Cheese

Snack:

• Protein Shake
• Banana

Dinner:

• 6 Oz Chicken On A Low Carb Wrap Or
• Brown Rice With Salsa, Black Beans, Lettuce And Tomato

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Jeannie Zingg.

What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

• Multi Vitamin
• Calcium
• BCAAs
• Vitamin C
• Glutamine
• Whey Protein Powder

Why Do You Love Fitness?

I love the way I feel, look and I like being strong. You get so much more out of it than just the workouts; more confidence, better posture, eat, sleep and play better. Being healthy simply allows for a better quality of life!

What Are Your Future Bodybuilding Plans?

I will compete in a figure contest in Alaska on March 7th. I plan to compete in a couple local shows in Boise and also would like to travel to compete. I tend to just focus on one show at a time so it is hard for me to see beyond that right now.

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Jeannie Zingg.

What One Tip Would You Give Other Fitness Competitors?

Remember that being fit and healthy is a trophy you get to wear and feel good about everyday regardless of how you do on stage, but while you are on stage be proud and shine!

Who Are Your Favorite Fitness Competitors/Bodybuilders?

Oh that is a tough one because there are so many that I think are amazing. Monica Brant and Cory Everson have always been favorites and I can't forget my good friend Nikki Crawford who got me started doing this in the first place. She is a beautiful person inside and out.

More Profiles:

:: Current Fitness Competitor Of The Week.
:: Other Previous Fitness Competitors Of The Week.
:: Amateur Bodybuilder Of The Week.
:: Over 40 Bodybuilder Of The Week.
:: Teen Bodybuilder Of The Week.

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