CANADIAN PHYSIQUE ALLIANCE FALL ISSUE SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER | Page 114

Juan: What is the big est
misconception you feel
women have about weight
training and what are 3
things that most people are
overlooking when in the
gym looking to transform
their physique?
I have to stay on track... so having my trainer Jeni Brisco
has been a lifesaver. Leaning on your coach and family
when you are struggling is key!  The determination it
takes to stick to the training schedule and the diet plan
is too much some days but you must persevere.
Juan: What is some advice you would give
competitors or even individuals who are afraid to
compete because they feel it is impossible with
kids?
Charlene: I always feel if you want something bad
enough you will go for it. Children just make you have to
prioritize your time. I find you give up certain
things (lunch dates, friends, outings) in order to fit your
training in. It’s just a choice. My advice to others who
want to compete but may be afraid to because they don't
know how to juggle the demands of the journey and of
children is to 'make a decision to do it and then do it'. 
Once you have made the decision, build a team around
you who will support you and help you stay accountable
for your choice.  I recommend signing on with a trainer
and building up some babysitting 'credits'!
Charlene: It seems
many women feel the gym is
going to make them big and
bulky. This is not true. 
Females don't have the needed
testosterone to bulk
up without years and years
and years of hard and heavy
lifting. You can change your
physique for the better by
spending consistent time in
the gym lifting and doing
cardio.  It feels so good to be
fit and it greatly reduces your
chance of injuries and extends
your ability to be active long
into old age.
People very much overlook the
importance of consistency,
routine, and hard work.  Many
folks want results overnight
and when that doesn't happen
they give up.  Stick with it
because it takes time but it is
so very worth it!  I am a strong
believer in traditional
exercises and these are often
skipped in lieu of the new
fancy trends.  Simply put:  do
squats well, be diligent about
excellent form and focus on
the muscle you are working. 
This will produce results that
are worthy of praise.