• Name: Lisa Faria
• E-mail: lmfaria@rogers.com
• Age: 34
• Where: Toronto, ON
• Height: 5'6"
• Weight: 128 Lbs
• Years Competing: 2
• Favorite Bodypart: Delts
• Strongest Bodypart: Legs
• Favorite Supplements: ISS Super Vitamin Pak; Allmax Isoflex (choc mint)
• Measurements: 34-28-35

I started competing after being inspired by other women at the club, as well as by my trainer. My first competition was in October 2008 and 'the rest is history!'

What Workout Plan Worked Best For You?

Legs:

• Smith Squats: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Barbell Lunges: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Deadlifts: 4 sets of 12 reps

Back:

• Lat Pulldowns: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Seated Row: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Upper Back Row: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Pull-Ups: 4 sets of 12 reps

Chest/Arms/Delts:

• Incline Dumbbell Press: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Lateral Raises: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Bent-Over Raises: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Smith Press: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Dips: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Triceps Pressdowns: 4 sets of 12 reps

Abs:

• Weighted Crunches: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Leg Raises: 4 sets of 12 reps

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Lisa Faria.

What Nutrition Plan Has Worked Best For You?

Meal 1:

• Oatmeal
• Protein Shake
• Natural Peanut Butter

Meal 2:

• Green Salad
• Mixed Vegetables
• 1% Cottage Cheese
• Balsamic Dressing

Meal 3:

• Chicken Breast
• Broccoli
• Brown Rice

Meal 4:

• Tuna Pasta Salad

Meal 5:

• Tilapia
• Steamed Vegetables

Meal 6:

• Egg Whites

What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

CLA and ISS Super Vitamin Pak.

Why Do You Love Fitness?

My workout time is time for just me. I love the challenge of fitness and the constant changes in my physique based on training and clean eating.

What Motivates You To Follow A Healthy Lifestyle?

I follow a healthy lifestyle because it makes me look and feel good about myself. It makes my body function well and it makes me happy. It translates into all areas of my life.

What Made You Want To Achieve Your Goals?

The quest for improved self-confidence and self-satisfaction is what started my journey-I wanted to feel comfortable in my own skin. Today, I like setting new goals to reach-that keeps me going-I'm always striving to do better.

What Are Your Future Fitness Plans?

I plan to continue competing to see how far I can go.

What One Tip Would You Give Other Fitness Competitors?

I would tell other competitors to enjoy the experience and keep striving to do their best. It's not the final standings that determine success.

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Lisa Faria.

Who Are Your Favorite Fitness Competitors/Bodybuilders?

Margaret Diubaldo; Vanda Hadareen; Monica Brant-Peckham.

What Features Do You Use On Bodybuilding.com?

I love to peruse the online store and SHOP! I use the articles when I want to learn about supplements; I have read the forums about competing; and I use BodySpace. They have helped to motivate me through reading about other competitors, through helping me select supplements, and helping me connect to other fitness-minded people.

BodySpace

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/lmfaria/

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