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Just some of the many many moments that made me smile this week 🫶🏼

After Jr Nationals I was pretty set to get back on stage and ‘redo’ it, show what I have to show, better.
I realized it was my flesh talking, so I spent time praying, reflecting, sitting with it, and looking honestly at the trajectory of where I want to go- not just in bodybuilding, but outside of it too

I want to continue pursuing this, and to do that I have to protect a healthy mind, heart, and body throughout the process. There is a lot of life off the stage / outside of the gym that I want to pursue too.
Mid week, Max and I decided to start the off season to grow and be stronger next year.

Since my first prep in spring of 2024, I haven’t taken a decent stint of time to commit to the growth. It’s challenging to take your foot off the gas, slow down, listen to your body, and think long term. I trust that in doing so, despite the difficulties, it will only sweeten what the Lord has prepared in life as a whole.

So for now… it’s reverse diet, adjusted training,
+ more life, more laughing, and more trusting the process ;)

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First non-tested national show, second national show total. If there is one word to describe this experience, grace.

Most show days are fun because I find success through the process and the confidence of being able to showcase my work. It’s a whole thing in and of itself that is personal to me, and to many others in this world— most of the reason I love it so much.

This time I got a bit down on myself. I woke up Saturday not feeling the best about my physique- I was off. Admittedly, it’s hard to accept knowing this happened overnight and unexpectedly. But it was just that: unexpected, we did relatively all the same things we always have before. Ultimately, this is a meticulously crafted sport and every time you go through the process there is a new challenge to overcome. It’s building character lol
The little girl I was wins every time I put on my suit, so for me it really is not about placement. That said, winning is fun and I’m grateful to know the feeling… and know I will again soon. This show I placed 9th, very pleased considering how incredible all the ladies are I shared the stage with and how my body was responding.

This is an opportunity to reflect, give myself grace, and to be understanding, knowing that it doesn’t defeat every day I showed up doing what needed to be done. We can put so much pressure and create such a certain standard for ourselves that if we fall anything less than that, acceptance is really tough. I’m just blessed to be here. God is working on me.

And with that… job not finished @davison5d

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Going through another prep and amazing how this type of focus, progress, and routine has become every day life.
Every time I go through another one, the hardest battles become easy because the reward is so good.
The same meals, same workouts, same schedule. Monotonous to some but breeds internal growth and diligence.

From being overweight all my life and never seeming to get it right, to now seeing my potential in this type of sport is crazy— I never expected to be here and I couldn’t be more thankful. I started my journey to plainly “lose weight” and thought that was the extent I needed… now I’m working toward my ifbb pro card (one day:))
To do this with the love of my life by my side is the greatest blessing— though everything this life has brought, does bring, and will bring in the future. My rock. No stopping where we’re going @mfell.4 @ironcross.coaching

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I am so deeply thankful that I was able to compete and came in first place in the teen division and fourth place in the open classic B on my first ever bodybuilding show. I want to thank everyone who has been there for me through this prep.

The past 16 weeks have been some of the longest and most disciplined weeks of my life. Before I signed up for this show, I was in a really dark place, and I needed something to focus on, so I decided to sign up for a bodybuilding show.

Over these 16 weeks, I went from 205 lbs to 167 lbs, and it wasn’t easy at all. This prep didn’t just get my mind off things it taught me discipline. There were a lot of nights I wanted to quit, skip cardio, or just eat whatever I wanted. But staying consistent and finding ways to push through helped me grow and get out of my comfort zone.

It also showed me how far I can push myself, even while balancing school with low energy and high expectations.

To anyone I pushed away during this time, I apologize.I got locked into a mindset where I was only focused on myself, and being in a calorie deficit didn’t help with how I handled things.

I’m so blessed to be able to compete and can’t wait for what my future of bodybuilding holds

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First National show & season close ✔️ Ben Weider Natural 2025

My experience at such a large show was awesome— traveling 10 hours away, meeting incredible people, and growing more into this sport.
Such a blessing to be sharing the stage with hard working women, and seeing where I can be one day with continued work myself

Thank you to the ones who get me through @mfell.4 and @davison5d 🖤 it means everything to do this together.
Same feedback as before— develop. Excited to nail this offseason 👊🏼

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Another show, another cup overflowing.
Got exactly what we came for: feedback / stage presence and bringing a better package… the only goal every time

Started this prep in August, planning for my first Natural National NPC show, then a few weeks ago decided to add @npcifbbpronightofchampions beforehand— so glad we did. Another opportunity to build community, confidence, and fall even more in love with this sport. Grateful to enjoy show days in every moment, knowing it’s each day leading up to it that matters most and I give my best

Brought home 3rd place in open D and awesome feedback—that my structure is great, just need to take up more space within my frame. In other words, continue to grow and develop.
Made a few adjustments and putting in work, excited to see what we do.

Blessed and only able to do this with the support that I have beside me... especially my man @mfell.4 ❤️
Extra special getting to compete alongside my coach @davison5d and friend @maxoutmommy 👊🏼 So proud of you both
Aaandd got the best surprise at finals, my mama and @maggiejbonga 💕🥰

Thank you to the best promoters and expediters in the world. We all appreciate you guys so much- the work put into these shows will never go unnoticed 🙏🏼

Full of love and gratitude.
Now, 11 days out 🔥

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Hey Life Time Franklin! Did you catch DPT Trainer Max Fell on the news yesterday afternoon?

Max talks about all that LT Franklin has to offer and even demonstrates some exercises. Book your complimentary goal setting session on the Life Time Digital App or stop by to speak to our concierge team today!

Interested in joining? Visit us at lifetime.life to book your tour today!

#loveyourlife #lifetimefranklin #franklintn #wkrnnews2

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