Tammy Rosiek

How Did You Get Started?

I was a sport aerobics athlete for 4 years. I’m a gold medallist and 3 time silver medallist in the Canadian National Sport Aerobics competitions. Pre-qualified for World level 4 consecutive years. Always wanting more, I made the transition into Ms Fitness competitions.

What Workout Plan Worked Best For You?

Training each muscle group 1 X per week to failure, abs 2-3 times per week, changing exercises, reps and sets every 4 weeks to switch it up. I do 30-60 mins cardio 4-5 times per week, changing the Cardio each session of workout, i.e. teaching a power pacing class, cardio kick box, running or biking. 1 X per week I participate in a circuit class, alternating resistance with plyometrics, sprints etc.

What Nutrition Plan Has Worked Best For You?

Eating 5 – 6 meals per day every 2-3 hours. 20 gms of protein with each meal, carbs with each meal, and essential fatty acids. Drinking 4 liters of water per day.

What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

Glutamine has helped a lot with recovery.

Why Do You Love Fitness?

Fitness keeps my mind, body and spirit alive. I feel awesome all the time. It makes me feel good and look great. Fitness provides me with balance in my life, self-esteem and confidence.

What Are Your Future Bodybuilding Plans?

In 2005, I plan on winning the Emerald Cup, Ms Fitness Canada for the second time and winning the Ms Fitness Las Vegas Worlds. I will place top 10 at the Fitness America Pageant. I want to submit articles to Oxygen magazine. I’m closely working with 2 contacts to start Fit Camps in Western Canada, following with fitness shows for athletes to qualify for Canadian Nationals and world events.

Presently I work for Fitness World as a Group Fitness Director and an aerobic instructor. I have worked with this firm for 20 years. They are my main sponsors for Ms Fitness Competition; I thank them so much for their support. I own a successful active wear store in Coquitlam “Fit-Tros Athletica”, carrying product lines from Lululemon Athletica, Brasil Sul and Classic Girl. I’ve been on TV for Ms Fitness competition 3 consecutive years, I will air again March to August 2005-making this my 4th year. I will be in Ms Fitness Magazine in 2005 for my success at the Las Vegas Worlds show in September 2004. I will be working on developing a higher profile (increase my exposure) in the industry.

What One Tip Would You Give Other Fitness Competitors?

Attitude is everything, go for it. You can do it! Consistency, commitment and determination…

Who Are Your Favorite Fitness Competitors/Bodybuilders?

I have a few: Kelly Ryan, Sylvia Tremblay, Alison Ethier and Wendy West.

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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