and throw everything at my new
goal.”
Sam selected a coach and began
dieting and training to step on stage.
“My coach had previously won the
British finals and competed interna-
tionally, she says. “I found the prep
really challenging because I wasn’t
used to such a strict diet and
training regime. Not only that, I had
to learn how to pose and perfect my
stage presence, which was a really
daunting task for someone with
such low self-esteem.”
The big day arrived, and Sam
stepped out on stage with emotions
running high.
“I had so many doubts going
through my head, but I just kept
telling myself I could do it,” Sam
says. After having to deal with
depression, I had no choice but to
remain focused and stay positive if I
was to pull through and succeed as
a competitive athlete. I placed 5th,
which I was thrilled with, but I knew
I could do better,” she continues. “I
started prepping right away for my
next show!”
Sam went on to take the British
body fitness title and became an
IFBB Pro. She took 3rd place at the
Arnold Classic Europe in 2016 and
repeated this success in 2017. It
seems there’s no stopping the girl
who once had no confidence and
just five days to live!
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