Jessica Benton

How Did You Get Started?

I started competing at the end of 2007 after being around many friends who were involved in the sport. It was pretty amazing to see their dedication and how their body was transformed so drastically within the months leading up to their show. After watching a show, I was hooked, from that point on I knew it was something I wanted to do.

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Jessica Benton.

What Workout Plan Worked Best For You?

Day 1 - Shoulders/Cardio:

• Shrugs: 3 sets of 12 reps
• Front Raise: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Side Raise: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Military Press: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Reverse Flyes: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Cardio: 25 Minutes

Day 2 - Back/Biceps/Cardio:

• Pullups: 3 sets of 12 reps
• Lat Pulldown: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Seated Rows: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Dumbbell Curls: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Hammer Curls: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Cardio: 25 Minutes

Day 3 - Quads/Cardio:

• Leg Extensions: 4 sets of 15 reps
• Dumbbell Lunges: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Leg Press: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Squats: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Leg Extensions: 3 sets of 25 reps
• Cardio: 25 Minutes

Day 4 - Chest:

• Bench Press: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Cable Crossovers: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Pec Deck: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Dumbbell Flyes: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Incline Press: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Pushups: 3 sets of 20 reps

Day 5 - Triceps/Cardio:

• Pushdowns: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Kickbacks: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Skull Crushers: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Dips: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Cardio: 25 Minutes

Day 6 - Hamstrings/Cardio:

• Hack Squat: 3 sets of 12 reps
• Stiff Leg Deadlifts: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Lying Leg Curls: 3 sets of 15 reps
• Step Ups: 3 sets of 12 reps
• Cardio: 25 Minutes

Day 7 - Rest:

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Jessica Benton.

What Nutrition Plan Has Worked Best For You?

Meal One:

• 4 Egg Whites
• 2 Tbsp Of Cream Of Rice
• 1 Serving Gaspari Cytolean V2

Meal Two:

• 4oz Of Tilapia
• 1 Cup Of Spinach

Meal Three:

• 3oz Of Tuna Rinsed
• 10 Asparagus Spears
• 1 Serving Gaspari SuperPump 250
• 1 Serving Gaspari IntraPro

Snack:

• 2oz Of Flank Steak
• 2 Egg Whites
• 1 Plain Rice Cake
• 1 Tbsp Of Peanut Butter
• 1 Serving BCAAs

Meal Four:

• 4oz Of Tilapia
• 2 Tbsp Of Cream Of Rice

Meal Five:

• 3oz Of Tuna Rinsed
• 10 Asparagus Spears

Meal Six:

• 2-3 Cups Of Iceberg Lettuce Salad
• 1 Cup Veggies
• 3 Boiled Egg Whites

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Jessica Benton.

What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

• Gaspari's Lean & Fit Stack for Women:

Gaspari IntraPro
Gaspari SuperPump 250
Gaspari Cytolean V2


• BCAAs

Why Do You Love Fitness?

I have always loved fitness. I love being active and on the go. I can always turn my day around by going to the gym. In school I was a cheerleader, ran track and took dance for many years. I coach competition cheerleading, this is my 7th year. I love the competition side of any sport. The way competing makes you feel is like no other.

What Motivates You To Follow A Healthy Lifestyle?

The way being healthy makes me feel is motivation enough. I feel so much better after a good workout and always feel more energized and alert when I eat healthy vs. eating junk food.

What Made You Want To Achieve Your Goals?

Each time I compete I seem to learn new things and look better. It is so great to see a different improvement each time and makes me want to work harder each time so I place even better at each show.

What Are Your Future Bodybuilding Plans?

I have just started training again and am looking forward to my 2nd nationals show, Team Universe. I hope to learn a lot, meet a lot of new friends and place really well!

What One Tip Would You Give Other Fitness Competitors?

I would tell others who are interested in competing to go for it! You can do it, if you set your mind to it! You will form great friendships and meet so many people who are willing to help guide you along the way.

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Jessica Benton.

Who Are Your Favorite Fitness Competitors/Bodybuilders?

• Tonya Burkhardt
• Jenn Hendershott
• Adela Garcia

What Features Do You Use On Bodybuilding.com?

I always look at the training sections on Bodybuilding.com SuperSite to learn new tips and routines.

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