JAN 2015
Kara-Lynn Belle
To date Kara-Lynn have entered a total of six
competitions. The Barbados Amateur Body Building and
Fitness Federation’s Bridgetown and Nationals
competitions for the period 2012 to 2014, placing in the
top three every time. But, her greatest competitive
achievement to date was being chosen to represent
Barbados at the 2013 Central American Championships
in the Dominican Republic. Although she was unable to
advance to the finals, knowing that she was given the
opportunity to represent her country was a great honor in
itself.
What is more is that, for Kara-Lynn her physical
transformation, especially her back and glutes has
brought her much joy. She stated that “training and
competing has helped me to live a fitter and healthier
lifestyle. However, my lifestyle is not merely about
how it benefits me but also others. Each time I lift
weights or step on stage to compete, is not only with
the hope of securing a title, but inspiring at least one
other person to live a healthier lifestyle. If I can do it
so can anyone else.”
Additionally, Kara-Lynn believes that regardless of
gender both males and females can face similar
challenges. However, as a female her main challenge
is mind preparedness; to know that she is stronger
than she believes. As she expressed “the &