I loved her positive energy and enthusiasm and began my new nutrition and training programs immediately. After a few months in, I started to notice some great improvements. My intention wasn't to complete, but only to be in better shape. During my training I kept in touch with the show promoter and he suggested that I compete in an upcoming show to help keep me motivated and "maybe compete".

Even though I was 42 years old at the time, it didn't stop me. I didn't tell anyone except my trainer and daughter that I was competing. I had fears that I might decide not to compete and exit stage left. I didn't know what to expect or how the other competitors would be. It turns out the other competitors were very friendly, supportive and encouraging.

I placed in the top ten in my division. I felt fantastic; I conquered a huge hurdle and challenge. At 42 years of age I was on stage in a bikini and high heels, what a frightening thought it was. From there, competing became a passion and to date I have competed in over 20 shows both in Canada and the United States. I still compete, but only 1 or 2 shows a year.

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Olivia McGuire

• Superset:
  Leg Extensions: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Seated Leg Curls: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Superset:
  Smith Machine Squats: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Reverse Lunges: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Superset:
  Stiff Legged Deadlifts: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Lying Leg Curls: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Stairmaster: 30 minutes on fat burning mode

• Superset:
  Seated Lat Pulldown: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Seated Narrow Pulldown: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Superset:
  One Arm Row: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Back Extension: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Plank: 4 sets of 1 minute holds
• Side Plank: 4 sets of 1 minute holds
• Treadmill: 30 minutes on incline 10%, speed 4.2

• Superset:
  Standing Lateral Raise: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Seated Shoulder Press: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Superset:
  Arnold Press: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Cable Reverse Flyes: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Superset:
  Standing Triceps Kickback: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Standing Rope Pushdown: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Superset:
  Overhead Dumbbell Extension: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Bench Dips: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Cybex Arc Trainer: 30 minutes on fat burner mode

• Superset:
  Incline Bench Dumbbell Press: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Incline Bench Dumbbell Flyes: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Superset:
  Flat Bench Press: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Butterfly: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Superset:
  Standing Alternating Curls: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Standing Hammer Curls: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Superset:
  Preacher Curls: 4 sets of 12 reps
  Concentration Curls: 4 sets of 12 reps



• Exercise Ball Pull-In: 4 sets of 12 reps
• Recumbent Bike: 30 minutes on fat burner mode

• Hot Power Yoga: 90 minute session

• Running: 5 miles

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Olivia McGuire

• 3/4 cup egg whites
• 1/2 cup oats
• 1/2 cup berries
• 1 cup black coffee

• 3 oz tuna
• 6 asparagus spears

• 5 oz chicken
• 4 oz yam
• 1 cup green beans
• 1 cup decaffeinated green tea

• 1.5 scoops whey protein
• 12 almonds

• 5 oz tilapia
• 1/2 cup brown rice
• 1 cup green veggies

• 6 egg whites or 1 scoop whey protein
• 1 cup decaffeinated green tea

• 6 liters per day

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Olivia McGuire

• Metabolic Diet Resolve: 3 tabs

• Genesis Pure Liquid Vitamins & Minerals: 1 oz
• Carlson Cod Liver Oil: 1 tsp

• SISU Vitamin C: 1000mg

• Pure Magnesium: 2 tabs
• Efamol Evening Primrose Oil: 2 caps

• Metabolic Diet Myosin Protein: 1.5 / 1 scoops

• AOR Liquid Vitamin D: 0.2 mL

What Motivates You To Follow A Healthy Lifestyle?

Family history, other female competitors who balance family, work, and responsibilities motivate me. My daughter motivates me and I motivate her. I am able to inspire and motivate women 45+ who have almost given up on improving their physique due to constraints in life. It's never too late to get fit or complete is my motto.

What Made You Want To Achieve Your Goals?

Recognizing that at my age I could be in the best shape of my life and still compete.

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Olivia McGuire

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• Competition information, live webcasts, results
• Training and nutrition articles
• Supplement information
• BodySpace, tracking and progress pictures