MOTIVATION – A Hardbody Takes Work


If you want a HARDBODY you’re going to have to work. It won’t be easy but it will be worth it. It’s starts with believing  you CAN and knowing you WILL. You CAN do it. You Will do it. Visualize it. Today is the perfect day to set new goals. Remember this poem by Walter Wintle, “Whether you think you can or you can’t you’re probably right”.

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WHETHER YOU THINK YOU CAN OR YOU CAN’T YOU ARE PROBABLY RIGHT
If you think you are beaten, you are
If you think you dare not, you don’t,
If you like to win, but you think you can’t
It is almost certain you won’t.

If you think you’ll lose, you’re lost
For out of the world we find,
Success begins with a fellow’s will
It’s all in the state of mind.

If you think you are outclassed, you are
You’ve got to think high to rise,
You’ve got to be sure of yourself before
You can ever win a prize.

Life’s battles don’t always go
To the stronger or faster man,
But soon or late the man who wins
Is the man WHO THINKS HE CAN!

– Walter D. Wintle

Libby DiBiase is a Reebok sponsored athlete who isn’t afraid to put in the work for to earn her hardbody. She’s more than just a pretty face. She’s an athlete, a mom and a hardbody. She succeeds because she thinks she can and knows she will.

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5 Simple Steps to Success


Erin Stern has graced the cover of numerous fitness magazines, won the Figure Olympia (twice) and continues to inspire women across the globe. She’s an athlete at heart and her approach to not only training but also life is one with focus and determination. Erin breaks it down into five simple steps. Start by setting a clear goal and remember to always believe in yourself.

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Try these 5 simple steps to achieving your own success.

1. Set a clear goal.
2. Visualize it.
3. Stay focused.
4. Work hard.
5. BELIEVE IN YOURSELF.

Follow Erin on Twitter and keep up with what’s happening in her neck of the woods on Facebook.



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Hardbody Photo of The Day: Katie Rowlett Laugh a Little


Katie Rowlett reminds us all that it’s okay to have fun when building your hardbody. You don’t have to take yourself too serious en route to being at the top of your physical fitness game. Remember to laugh a little and enjoy the journey.

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Pin this image to your Pinterest Boards, share it on twitter or post to Facebook to inspire not only yourselves but others. Everyone could use a little motivation, especially a set of abs like Katie’s! Have fun building your HEALTHY, HARD BODY.  You can follow Katie on Facebook and let her know you saw her on HARDBODY.

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Siliana Gaspard Photo Gallery: Women of The NPC


If you’ve visited this site before, you’re familiar with hardbody Texan Siliana Gaspard. Sil currently calls Texas home but 

was born in Bulgaria. She describes herself as freaklishly strong and having witnessed her hitting the weights, she’s on point. Siliana has two Texas State Overall Bikini titles to her competitive resume and has positioned herself as a top contender in the NPC bikini division.

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We’ve teamed up with NPCNEWSonline.com to showcase women of the NPC/IFBB. In this installment, Siliana is the featured Hardbody and you can see from the photos why she’s one to watch.

NPC COMPETITION HIGHLIGHTS:
2012 NPC Texas State Championships – 1st
2012 NPC Team Universe Championships – 4th
2011 NPC Texas State Championships – 1st
2011 IFBB North American Championships – 3rd
2011 NPC Europa Super Show, Dallas – 1st
2011 NPC Branch Warren Classic – 2nd

Read our interview with Siliana and check out some of her competition photos.

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Siliana Gaspard – Hardbody



Krissy Chin Featured Photo Gallery


Krissy Chin has been one of our favorite hardbody women for years. She not only has an envious six-pack but also one of the sweetest people you’ll ever meet, in an out of fitness. We partnered with NPCNEWSonline.com to showcase her hard work. Visit NPCnewsonline.com for an exclusive photo gallery of the top figure competitor.

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The photos were shot in the super rad MetroFlex Houston after Krissy rocked the stage. Krissy recently gave birth to her first child so it may be awhile until we see her back on stage but in the mean time enjoy the featured photo gallery.

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Hardbody Inispirational & Motivational Photos: Libby DiBiase


Crossfit Athlete Libby DiBiase is undoubtedly a HARDBODY. We recently followed her as she knocked out a Crossfit workout and talk about intense! In the days/weeks ahead we’ll be sharing inspirational photos and motivational quotes like these with Libby. Thanks to Libby for helping us kick things off with these images from CrossFit Omaha. Libby is a sponsored Reebok Crossfit athlete and member of Team Gaspari Nutrition.

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Check out our interview with Libby to learn more about her. Oh ya and she’s a mother of an adorable son, so for all the mothers out there wondering if you can be a hardbody… wonder no more. YES! YOU CAN. Follow Libby on twitter and check out what she’s up to on facebook. Photos by LIFTstudios.com shot during actual Crossfit Training.



Hardbody Road to The Olympia: Erin Stern Motivation


2010 Figure Olympia Champ, Erin Stern recently competed at the Valenti Gold Cup in Sarasota, Florida. She walked away with the win but her work for the year is far from over. Next stop for Erin is the Figure Olympia where she has her sights set on reclaiming the title she once held. What’s the key to reclaiming the crown? For Erin it means staying focused and working on being her best. She wasted no time showing why she’s a champion after her Sarasota win. The next day she was on the track doing work.

 

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As part of our Hardbody Road to the Olympia, we’ll be sharing motivational quotes and images from some of the 2012 competitors. Erin kicks things off and as you can see from the image below, she’s definitely a HARDBODY!

Fitness results are directly proportional with the effort you put into your workouts! So… what’s the best way to achieve the results you want? Get moving!! Whether you’re walking or doing sprints at the track – push yourself!!! There are hundreds of “right” ways to work out 🙂 Train hard, y’all!! – Erin Stern

 

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Follow Erin on twitter @ErinFast and like her facebook fan page at https://www.facebook.com/FitErin.



Live a little Stronger


A reminder from two of the IFBB’s top Fitness Pros. Live each day a little stronger. Myriam Capes and Adela Garcia are HARDBODY.

Photographed in Arlington, Texas by LIFTstudios.com.

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Live a little STRONGER! Hardbody.com



HARDBODY Photo: Juliana Daniell Bikini International Competitor


Juliana Daniell positioned herself as one of the top Bikini Pros last year and is already qualified for the 2012 Bikini Olympia. She has an athletic background and was a swimmer in college. She currently cheers for the Atlanta Hawks and is prepping for her first trip to the Arnold Sports Festival where she will be a contender in the Bikini Internationals

This photo has become one of the more popular photos on pinterest.com as I receive emails on a weekly basis asking who it is. Mainly because people have taken the photo and put their own words over it, which is fine and dandy but they crop off the watermark/copyright. Not so dandy. Any whoo, now you can PIN this image and let everyone know who she is. You can see Juliana compete in Columbus and stay updated with her via facebook.

We’ll see ya there!

 


Photo by LIFTstudios.com – may not be reprinted or used without permission.

 



IFBB Bikini Pro Jessica Jessie – Bikini International


IFBB Bikini Pro Jessica Jessie will be heading to the 2012 Arnold Sports Festival in just a few weeks. She’ll be competing in the second annual Bikini International where she’ll look to get back in the mix of the top spots.

 

 

She’s changed up her training and is working under the direction of coach Mike Davies. When she’s not competing you can see her at the SAN Nutrition booth during the Arnold Expo. Follow her progress as she heads into Columbus via twitter at @bikiniPro. Use the hashtag #asf2012 for all your Arnold tweetage. We’ll see ya there. Good luck Jessica.

 

 



Nicole Nagrani – I’M A Hardbdy Arnold Edition


Nicole Nagrani is not only on the fast track to becoming a doctor but she’s also lighting things up on the IFBB stage. She was the inaugural Bikini International champ in 2011 and will defend her title in just a few weeks.

 

Follow Nicole on twitter.com/NicoleNagrani or her facebook page as she heads into the Bikini International. Show her a little love and tell her you saw her on HARDBODY! Stay updated with the Arnold coverage on twitter @arnoldsports and use #ASF2012 when tweeting about the event.

Nicole Nagrani – Florida.
Photo by Isaac Hinds – LIFT Studios



Justine Munro – I’m A Hardbody Arnold Edition


We’ll be bringing you more photos and videos this year and that include our popular series is “I’M A HARDBODY”. As we head into the 2012 Arnold Sports Festival we’ll feature the women competing in the invite only event. First up is one of Canada’s only IFBB Bikini Pros, Justine Munro.

Follow Justine on twitter.com/JustineMunro or her facebook page as she heads into the Bikini International. Show her a little love and tell her you saw her on HARDBODY! You can stay updated with all the Arnold coverage on twitter @arnoldsports and use #ASF2012 when tweeting about the event.

Justine Munro – Florida.
Photo by Isaac Hinds – LIFT Studios.

 



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