Brigitte Doleshal Wins “I’m A Hardbody” Photo Contest

A few weeks ago we asked you to get creative and send in photos of yourselves with the words “I’m a Hardbody” integrated in them. The contest was in conjunction with the full page ad currently seen in Muscle & Fitness HERS magazine. We continue to receive positive comments and feedback on the ad, thanks! It’s much appreciated.

We received a number of responses and some great entries. Kathleen Tesori went so far as to wear the ad and things mentioned in it as her Halloween costume. Funny stuff! One woman went above and beyond what we expected with the integration and we’re proud to announce her as the winner. Brigitte Doleshal’s fire fighting photos put her over the top. We caught up with our winner to find out more about her. Find out what the 41-year-old hardbody from Kansas City had to say.

Currently live in: Kansas City, MO

Number of years training: 7

Occupation: I’m a CPA –I work as the Director of Internal Audit for a local hospital system.

Contest History:
I’ve been competing since 2003. Here are the highlights:
2010 NPC Nationals – 16th (truly 16th, I made 3rd call outs)
2010 NPC USA’s – not placed
2009 NPC Arkansas State – Figure Class C First and Overall, Master’s First and Overall
2009 NPC Natural Ohio Championships – 7th
2005 WNBF Pro level – 4th Place in the WNBF Natural Atlantic Coast pro show and 5th Place in the WNBF International Pro show
2004 – 1st and Overall INBF World’s in New York to earn my WNBF Pro Card
2004 – 1st and Overall NPC Natural Grand Prix, Rockford, IL
Several other top five placings before that

I don’t always win – but I keep improving and keep trying my best!

How did you hear about “I’m a hardbody” contest?
Through my trainer, Kim Seeley.

What makes you a hardbody?
The hardbody image to me goes well beyond having a hard, sculptured physique. It’s an attitude and an approach to life. I’m very driven and focused, and I’m happy with my body at 41. I keep working hard and improving and even when a show doesn’t go my way I don’t let it get to me and I keep coming back. I believe in doing what I say I will do, and I keep training harder and challenging myself until my goals are achieved.

What’s this “busty la rue” I heard about?
Oh my gosh – can’t believe you heard about that!! Busty la rue has become my “stage persona”. It’s how I get myself to have more sass and be more confident on stage. I was out with friends years ago, and one of the guys in the group (his nickname is “Wild Man” if that tells you anything) started calling me “Busty la rue!!” (It might’ve had something to do with the upper region of my physique. So now, when I go on stage, I’m Busty La Rue – sassy, sexy, a little naughty, etc. She only comes out on stage! So NOT me in real life.

What are your future plans for competition or fitness goals?
I plan to get re-qualified in 2011 and continue to compete in the NPC at the National Level. I would love to earn an IFBB pro card but I also want to become a spokesperson / fitness model. I’m 41 years old and would really love to serve as a role model for other women around my age to motivate them and convince them you really can look and be in the best shape of your life no matter how old you are.

Thanks for contributing to our contest and all the effort you put into it.

Check out all the entries including the winning ones from Brigitte on our FACEBOOK FAN PAGE.