Name: Marzia Prince
Hometown: Dallas, TX, USA
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 135 lbs
Physique and competitive goals set and reached for 2009
My 2009 competitive goals were:
1. Win my IFBB Bikini Pro card
2. Maintain my physique all year round.
I am very excited to say that I completed both of my goals plus some! My most memorable contest of the year was winning my IFBB Bikini Pro card at the Junior Nationals in Chicago. I had just missed it a few weeks before that at the Junior USA and I was determined to leave the Junior Nationals as a pro. I had really tightened up my diet even more between the shows as I saw how unforgiving the stage lights were and how I needed to be a bit leaner if I wanted the judges to have no doubt in their minds that I was the one to pick for first place. The competition was stiff and the standards were higher at the Junior Nationals for the bikini category than I had ever seen before. I had a blast backstage with all the bikini girls, and winning was the icing on the cake!
Most memorable expo or contest appearance of the year for Gaspari
It's so hard for me to pick any one appearance. At every event or expo I was part of, I had so many women coming up to tell me how I had inspired them to get into great shape for the first time, or back into shape after something like childbirth, illness, or depression, The funny thing is that they don't realize that I am the one who draws the most inspiration after hearing how they turned themselves around. I do work hard to stay in great shape, but I've never really been out of shape. So for me to hear from a woman who did something like lose 100 pounds or regained her self-esteem after something like an abusive relationship is tremendously motivating. I might be the one with the pictures in the ads and in the magazine layouts, but to me each and every one of these ladies I meet is a star in her own right and should be proud of her accomplishments. If I am able to help by suggesting something to make their diets or workouts more effective, it's my pleasure. I love seeing women get healthier, more confident, and empower themselves through the fitness lifestyle!
Favorite new Gaspari Products of 2009
My favorite new Gaspari product of 2009 was definitely
Cytolean V2! They amped up their original version and came out with Cytolean V2 just in time for me to use it to prepare for my Bikini shows in the spring and early summer. I used it my whole competitive season and I it kept my energy levels consistently high all day long with no crash in the late afternoon like I have experienced in the past. And the fat-burning properties are stronger than anything I've ever used before. I was leaner this year for my events than I can honestly say I've ever been before.
Looking forward
Looking forward to 2010 with
Gaspari Nutrition – wow! I am so grateful for being a part of this wonderful team. We have a wonderful group of athletes that fall in every category: bodybuilding men and women, fitness, figure, and Bikini. It's a diverse team, but you'd be surprised how similar we all are in attitude and spirit. Everyone has an amazing story of how hard they worked to be where they are today. I am looking forward to competing for the Gaspari team and traveling around the USA and the world to educate others about our passion. As for my workouts, I have stepped it up a notch (or three) for my first IFBB Bikini pro show! I will give you all more details on that at a later date. For now, I am hard at work putting a brand-new package together that will be the epitome of what I feel a Bikini Pro should represent. Wait till you see me in 2010. This will be my best body yet!
Bodybuilding Background:
How long have you been bodybuilding, and how did you get started? I have been into fitness since high school. I ran track and played volleyball. After high school, I took aerobics classes and dabbled with weights in the gym. I didn’t know much about bodybuilding or what type of program I should be on. I was lost! I hired my first personal trainer at 23 years old and was fascinated by his knowledge and pushing me harder than I have ever pushed myself. This was a total challenge for me. It opened my eyes to hard work. I didn’t know working out at THIS level! So, you can say I have honestly been into bodybuilding for 11 years and still going strong. I will never give up my weights!
Why do you train? What motivates you? I train because I love how it makes me feel! I love the burn, the sweating, the results, the challenge, and how it makes me feel stronger physically and mentally. I feel that I can tackle any obstacle in life.
There are always different motivating factors in my life. It depends on the occasion, season, and my goals. For example photo shoots, competitions, books, and last but not least, my clients! As a personal trainer, I push and motivate my clients to their goals. When they reach it, it motivates me to stay on track.. Everyone has a different story. Their stories are so inspiring, that it keeps me going. We are very grateful and appreciate each others hard work.
What are your goals? My short term goals right now are to train for a few shoots. I don’t want to lose focus or motivation. Photo shoots are small goals to keep going throughout the year. Even if I am not shooting for a magazine, I will hire a photographer and shoot with them so I can stay in shape. The pictures will let me know what I need to work on. Also, I have written two books. The first one is being wrapped up right now. I am very excited two share my knowledge as a fitness professional with the world. So, stay tuned…
My long term goals are to continue to inspire others to reach their goals. Whether it is through personal training, my books, and hopefully my own show! I love helping others. To be quite honest, my passion is cooking. I love to cook heart-healthy and to think of delicious recipes with whole foods without sacrificing the taste. I would love to have a healthy cooking show! I have some great secrets and tips to share. I could spend hours in the grocery store and my kitchen.
What are the underlying principles behind your approach to bodybuilding? There are a few rules I strongly live by. I have created the Marzia Principles. They are 10 principles I live by to keep my healthy lifestyle.
Principle #1: JOURNAL!
Journal everything! From food to workouts to setting goals. You can use a day planner, a journal, or even bodyspace.com.
Principle #2: HAVE A PLAN!
Have a plan. Decide what type of exercise you want to do and the timeframe you’re going to do it in.
Principle #3: SET GOALS!
Goals! Set short goals and long goals. For example, if your long term goal is 20 lbs. 5 lbs. should be your short term goal.
Principle #4: FIND MOTIVATION!
Motivation! Find something that motivates you whether it is a magazine, a picture of yourself, or a family reunion.
Principle #5: EAT MORE!
Eat 5-6 small meals a day spaced 3 hours apart.
Principle #6: VARIETY!
Make sure you have some form of protein, good carbs, and good fats at each meal. For example, a chicken salad with spinach, and olive oil.
Principle #7: STAY HYDRATED!
Drink plenty of water between meals. Sometimes when you are hungry, you are really thirsty.
Principle #8: SUPPLEMENTS!
Take a multivitamin and proper supplements. Sometimes you don’t get that from food alone.
Principle #9: MAXIMIZE RESULTS!
To maximize your results, you need to do a combination of cardio, resistance training, and proper nutrition.
Principle #10: BEWARE OF FACTORY FOOD!
And last but not least, number 10. Stay away from factory food! Chances are if it comes in a box, it probably isn’t good for you!
If you can adhere to these principles, I guarantee you will be in the best shape of your life!
What does the phrase "Push Harder” mean to you? The more you push yourself, the harder you work. Keep pushing hard to reach your goals. When you get to your goal, make another goal. It is very gratifying to get to your goals. Never stop pushing hard! That is what life is about!
What advice would you give to someone who is just getting started as a serious bodybuilder? Wow, how much time do you have! LOL! I could write a book about this. No, but seriously…do your research!! I can’t stress this enough. Read books on how to lift with proper form and technique. Educate yourself on the proper foods to maximize your results. Hire a trainer that specializes in that area. Talk with other bodybuilders and fitness professionals. Get different views, opinions, and fatcs. What works for them, may not work for you. Getting to your long term goal takes proper planning and time. You will get there. Stay focused and educate yourself! It is hard work. This is not a lazy profession!
Supplementation:
I use Gaspari’s Lean and Fit Stack for Women. It consists of three great products.
The first one I use is Cytolean. I take that first thing in the morning with a full glass of water. This will get me through my morning cardio and curb my appetite all day. After cardio, I eat breakfast to fuel up.
Then later in the day when I am ready to lift weights, I will take my favorite workout product ever, SuperPump250!! You have to get the grape flavor, YUM! I take it 30-45 minutes before I lift and then hit the weights. I love the burst of energy and mental focus it gives me to sustain my aggressive workout. This will definitely make you push harder than you have ever pushed! If your not in the mood to workout, this will put you back in the right mind frame!
Then after my workout, I replenish my body with Gaspari’s IntraPro whey protein powder. My favorite way to eat this protein powder is to put a scoop of double chocolate in my thick greek yogurt (FAGE is my favorite brand, it is so thick.). It tastes like a dessert! I look forward to this tasty treat after my workout. Sometimes that is all I can think about during my workout!! After your workout, you have a 20-40 minute window of recovery to rebuild/repair the muscle. I can’t think of a better way to have your protein powder. You have to try it. It is the combination of the that particular yogurt and Gaspari protein powder that make it delicious! Plus it is fast acting to repair the muscle!
Competition History:
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Event |
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Results |
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| 2009 |
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NPC Junior Nationals |
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Bikini F Class and Overall |
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NPC Europa Show of Champions Orlando |
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Bikini Tall Class and Overall |
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NPC Europa Super Show Bikini Championships |
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1st |
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NPC Junior USA |
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2nd, Bikini Class F |
| 2008 |
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Lyzabeth Lopez Bikini Championship |
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1st
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| 2007 |
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Model Universe |
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3rd |
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Ms. Bikini Universe |
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1st |
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