OCB Golden Triangle Classic

November 8, 2003 - Pittsburgh, PA

Women's Bodybuilding Overall Champion

Valarie Kelley
Administrative Assistant at Penn State University
Philipsburg, PA
DOB: 11/6/61
5'4" 115-118 lbs (119-125 lbs off season).
Training for contests since 2001

Contest History:
11.08.03 Pittsburgh, PA - OCB Golden Triangle Classic; 1st Overall

10.31.03 Buffalo, NY - NGA Natural Olympus; 1st Masters Overall

11.02.02 Pittsburgh, PA - ANBC U.S. Natural 2nd Masters Short

10.19.02 Syracuse, NY - NGA NY State Natural 3rd Masters

04.06.02 Murrysville, PA - ANBC Pittsburgh Natural 1st Masters Overall

03.23.02 State College, PA - ANBC Lion Country Classic 1st Open Short

03.29.01 State College, PA - ANBC Lion Country Classic 1st Open Tall
 

Future Goals:

To continue to improve, build size and symmetry, and always strive to be my personal best - regardless of placement.

Valarie’s Tips:
Lift heavy and work hard. I lifted for too many years in the upper rep range with moderate weights. I have made the most significant gains in recent months by focusing on core movements and striving to lift heavy in the 6-8 rep range. Challenge yourself - you may be surprised at what you can lift! Focus on what is good for your body. You need to learn what works best for 'you' in diet, training and recovery. What you read and watch/see others doing is not necessarily what will work for your own body. Experiment and learn what works best for you! Allow ample time for rest and recovery. I made this error before and didn't allow ample time for my body to rest and grow. This is just as important as training.