STATS Height : 5'3" Weight : 135lbs contest / 150-160lbs off season Hair : Brown w/ highlights Measurements : Arms - 15 1/2" Quads - 24" Calves - 15 1/2" Chest - 44" Waist - 26" Ethnic background : Filipino - American Place of Birth : Annapolis, Maryland Home : Seattle, Washington Years of training : Started in 1984 Trainer History : Began training with Debbie Houck ( a well known Northwest trainer) in the year 1991. She brought me from the amateur level to the pro ranks in 1998. Currently, I train with Anthony Aponte of "Aponte Training"; a talented and knowledgeable young trainer with his own unique style. He is one of the most supportive men for womens bodybuilding, besides my husband that I know. I am blessed to have train with both of them. Contest Titles: (Amateur) 1998 Middleweight & Overall NATIONALS Champion (PRO) 2000 Ms. International Lightweight Champion Favorite muscle group on you : All of them :) Favorite muscles to train : Don`t have one...I love to train all my muscles! Personality Traits : I don`t judge a person. I try to find the good in them. Favorite color : White/ Always look good with a tan Favorite foods : Red Robin Monster Burgers and French fries w/ tarter sauce Favorite lingerie : Black & White sexy lace or/ latex Hobbies : Nightclubs and dancing all night long. Going to the movies. Listening to music ( R&B, jazz, techno, some heavy metal rock, pop) Playing with my baby dog "Prince" Future goals : Win a major PRO show!! Be the best person I can be and help others in their goals. Just be happy and successful in life. Having lots of R & R with family & friends :) Personal message to my fans : Bodybuilding is my passion, my love and through bodybuilding I have met the greatest people...you the fans! I never imagined it would be like this! Your support has touched my heart very deeply and has meant the world to me. Believe me when I say it............Thank you to all and I love you! Another important message : I have to give thanks to my Lord Jesus! I truly believe each and every one of us on earth have a reason to be here. We have to find it and in return by helping others either through kindness or what ...goodness will come. Hugs & Kisses, BRENDA |