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Body Shaping
On this page there is some information about the sport of Body Sculpting and Body Building. There is also a collection of photographs of ladies that we have trained over recent years.
If you want to know about Sculpting your body or just building muscle or have an interest in this sport and wish to discuss it further email to info@1to1fitness.co.nz or phone 835-8787 and ask for:
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Sheryl Summers Aged 53yrs and still currently competing. |
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Pauline Summers Pauline retired from competing at 54 and now concentrates on coaching. Over 12 yrs she competed in numerous Regional competitions, winner of a number of trophies. |
Training for Competitive Bodybuilding (Physique), Bodyshaping (Figure) or Fitness
The Categories
Physique. Judged by comparing shape, muscular definition,
separation and size, and overall symmetry.
The physique with the best overall symmetry combined with hard defined
muscle size will be favoured over a larger physique lacking definition.
The ability to display physique is important (this means posing).
Bodyshaping. For women who train but do not wish to
gain muscle size, become vascular or have the “cuts” required
for physique — competitors displaying these attributes are marked
down.
Competitors are judged on athleticism of figure and of body. Judges look
for bodies typifying health, low fat and tight toned muscle groups and
balanced body structure/symmetry. Femininity, elegance, poise, flow, style
and confidence are important in presentation.
The Training
Weight training regularly for 6-12 months minimum before entering a competition depending on prior training, condition, weight etc.
Weight training approximately 4 times per week 45-60 minutes is optimal.
Cardio training after resistance or on rest days depending on body fat levels, training stage etc.
The process at “1 to 1”
For body shaping/bodybuilding (competitive or own personal goals) an
initial fee of $130.00 for the first year will cover:
- an extensive training diary
- an assessment with a Personal Trainer and regular follow-ups.
- Nutritional guidance and advice
- Training programs
- Assistance with preparation for a competition (diet, posing, routines,
costumes, music etc)
Normal session fees then apply. The costs will depend on the length of the workout sessions you choose, i.e. 45 minutes or full hour. You can do your own cardio outside the studio if you wish.
Dedication
To build muscle you must be prepared to work hard and increase the amount of weight you can lift.
You must be consistent and disciplined with training and with nutrition.
Nutrition
Proper nutrition is responsible for 60% of your success — the body needs the right fuel to grow.
The 6-12 weeks prior to competition will involve reduction in body fat and can be tough!
Other costs.
Apart from training costs you will need protein powder, supplements and nearer to contest time you will need to purchase tanning products, costumes, music preparation, and choreographer.
(Optional) and membership & entry fees to NZFBB. Have a look at www.nzfbb.org.nz.
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After reaching 40 yrs of age, and as a regular at 1 to 1, I
found myself talked into having ago at Body building. This was a
unique experience for me and the support and encouragement from
the staff was fantastic. - Diane Elliott. |
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The "one day I will train and do a body building competition"
finally came together after 18 months training at 1 to 1 Fitness
in Hastings. At the age of 44 "I DID IT"! and I came 3rd
in the Masters Women over 35 yr category. - Jacqui Taylor |
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At 43 yrs of age I took up the challenge from Pauline at 1 to
1 in Hastings and had a go at Body Building. I never thought they
would get me up on stage but when you do the work and see the results
it was a true reward being up there. - Lee Lay, Hastings. |
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Starting as a client at 1 to 1 Fitness in 1999, I graduated to being a Personal Trainer and then at 39yrs of I competed in my first competition October 2003, the first time was nerve-wracking to say the least but a great experience which I learnt a awful lot from, it took me right out of my comfort zone. This photo was at the Wellington Champs 2005 at which I placed 1st in the Senior Figure O/35yrs. - Vicki Musson. |
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I was well into my 40's early in 2003 and was a client at 1 to 1 Fitness Studio. I was encouraged to train to take part in a Body Shaping competition. So here I am, October 2003 at the Central North Island Competition in Hamilton. The Team at 1 to 1 were so supportive as I lacked a lot of confidence. I am really proud of myself for getting up there and giving it a go. - Sheryn Ireland. |
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I competed in the Novice womens over 52Kg Pysique section of
the Central North Island champs competition on 11th October 2003
in Hamilton. - Rebecca Lowe |
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2nd place NZFBB Wellington Novice Women 52-57kg. October 2005. - Robin Wilson |
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I was well into my forties when I discovered body building, a little late for a sport that generally takes years of building muscle to succeed. It was a huge surprise for me when I placed 2nd at the NZFBB Nationals, under 52kg physique class. I love the physical and mental challenge of this sport that also helps keep me in great shape as I age. Thanks to 1 to 1. - Tanya Neill |
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After going to a 1 to 1 evening in 2007, seeing some of the girls who were going to enter a Bodybuilding Competition I decided to give it a go at 45 yrs of age. I had to lose a lot of weight but with Pauline’s great help and encouragement I started. I lost 18.8kg from start to finish and I felt great, it was not to hard. I am part of a great team who gave me heaps of support, help and encouragement along with the trainers like Greg to keep me on the straight and narrow with my workouts. I enjoyed it so much I am entering again next year. Thanks 1 to 1 for a great experience. - Margot Kerins |
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After tipping the scales at 82 kg in 2001 I decided I needed
to change. I took up walking, then graduated to running, completing
the Napier 1⁄2 Marathon in 2002. - Liz Paterson. |
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PRICELESS Body Building - I have always found it interesting and admired anyone who was dedicated and disciplined enough to train and diet hard to achieve a great physic. (Naturally they had great bodies to start with - right?). When I was approached about giving it a go I thought I was being teased (I'm so paranoid). It would be way out of my comfort zone. "Me - show my knees?" "Me - on stage in a bikini?!!" GET REAL!!!!!! Eight months later, 12.5kgs lighter - I did just that. I would not of done this without the help, dedication and support from the team at 1 to 1 Fitness. Sheryn, Liz, Pauline, Sheryl and Greg. THANK YOU - Diane London, Napier. |
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1 To 1 Fitness has suited me well for 10 years - hard enough to keep me fit and challenged, so I thought. Surrounded by some great bodies training for body building comps, I was impressed with their natural results and enthusiasm. So I tentatively asked if body sculpting with a competition in mind might be possible for me – ‘Absolutely, just remember you don’t have a 35 year old body’. I had faith that underneath decades of wear and tear there might still be a reasonable body. It’s been a huge challenge – 12 months of commitment, pushing boundaries, discipline and focus. And a learning curve about nutrition and metabolism. Body builders eat well, trust me you don’t starve. Standing on a stage in a wee bikini in 5” heels at 58 years old, toned and tanned has been fabulous. Family and friends have been somewhat gob smacked. I’m enjoying a revitalized body that’s lighter and tighter and feel really well and proud of myself. - Joanne Smith |
To contact us:
Phone: Napier 06 835-8787 | Fax: 06 835-1184
Email: info@1to1fitness.co.nz
P.O.Box 962, Napier