Female Bodybuilding Interview of the Month
Female Bodybuilding Interview of the Month
January 2009
FBBFan.com Q&A interview with IFBB Pro Figure Competitor, Amy Lee Martin.
Editor's Note:
Special thanks to Amy for taking the time to speak with FBBFan.com. All photos courtesy of Amy Lee Martin.
FBBFan.com: What is your Name?
Amy: Amy Lee Martin
FBBFan.com: Where do you currently reside?
Amy: Indianapolis, Indiana
FBBFan.com: Where were you born? Age?
Amy: South Bend, Indiana. 32 years old.
FBBFan.com: What is your current relationship status? Family Life?
Amy: Happily married for the past three years to Doug Martin.
FBBFan.com: What is your occupation?
Amy: I work in healthcare as a Data Analyst.
FBBFan.com: What got you involved in the sport of bodybuilding/fitness/figure?
Amy: My husband had a goal to compete in bodybuilding, along the way he talked me into figure competitions.
FBBFan.com: What do you enjoy about being an IFBB Figure Competitor?
Amy: I enjoy being an inspiration to others (to lead a fit and healthy lifestyle) and the wonderful sense of accomplishment (all the hard work and dedication it took to earn professional status)
Being an IFBB Professional Figure competitor means getting up at 5:00am for morning sessions of cardio, it means no excuses and unbelievable dedication to a gym schedule, it means eating clean and making it your lifestyle, it’s the thrill of being on stage and the ability to present yourself with grace and beauty. Being a figure competitor (and fitness lover) comes from my heart, it is my passion.
Being an IFBB Professional Figure competitor means getting up at 5:00am for morning sessions of cardio, it means no excuses and unbelievable dedication to a gym schedule, it means eating clean and making it your lifestyle, it’s the thrill of being on stage and the ability to present yourself with grace and beauty. Being a figure competitor (and fitness lover) comes from my heart, it is my passion.
FBBFan.com: What would you say or how would you help and encourage others who are interested in getting involved and competing in bodybuilding/fitness/Figure? Or would just like to make a change for the better in their life via health and fitness?
Amy: I often tell people to start making small changes (in their diet and training) as those changes will eventually add up to equal big success.
Often times people jump into an “all or nothing” mindset with diet and training and feel frustrated because they fail. Try adding 15 minutes of cardio and a bowl of morning oatmeal to your daily routine. Once you have this mastered, keep building.
Often times people jump into an “all or nothing” mindset with diet and training and feel frustrated because they fail. Try adding 15 minutes of cardio and a bowl of morning oatmeal to your daily routine. Once you have this mastered, keep building.
FBBFan.com: What is your workout schedule like?
Amy: Monday - Quads/Hams/Calves
Tuesday - Off Abs/Cardio/plyometrics
Wednesday - Shoulders/Chest/Triceps
Thursday - Back/Biceps
Friday - Glutes/Calves/Thigh
Saturday - Off Abs/Cardio/plyometrics
Sunday - Shoulders/Triceps
Tuesday - Off Abs/Cardio/plyometrics
Wednesday - Shoulders/Chest/Triceps
Thursday - Back/Biceps
Friday - Glutes/Calves/Thigh
Saturday - Off Abs/Cardio/plyometrics
Sunday - Shoulders/Triceps
FBBFan.com: What do you consider your best feature?
Amy: My Legs.
FBBFan.com: What has been your greatest personal moment in Bodybuilding/Fitness/Figure?
Amy: Are you kidding, winning the Overall at the NPC USA’s this past July 2008!
FBBFan.com: Would you share your contest history with us?
Amy:
- 2008: IFBB EUROPA Pro Figure 20th Place
- 2008: NPC USA Bodybuilding/Figure/Fitness Championships 1st Place figure class D and Overall Winner; Earned IFBB Pro card
- 2008: Indiana State Bodybuilding, Fitness and Figure Championships 1st place tall class and 1st place Overall
- 2008: NPC Jr. National Bodybuilding/Figure/Fitness Championships 10th place Figure Class E
- 2007: Kentucky Muscle NPC Bodybuilding and Figure Championships 2nd place Figure Class C
- 2007: Indianapolis NPC Bodybuilding and Figure Championships 1st place Figure Class D and 1st Place Overall
FBBFan.com: When do you plan to compete next?
Amy: I have submitted to be considered for an invitation to the Arnold, if not look for me in early spring, possibly the new EUROPA in Orlando.
FBBFan.com: What are your hobbies and interests outside of the bodybuilding world?
Amy: I enjoy reading and gardening. My family and friends are a huge priority and I love to travel (vacation) with my husband.
A good glass of wine is wonderful as well as great music and dancing.
A good glass of wine is wonderful as well as great music and dancing.
FBBFan.com: What was the last CD/Album you purchased? What’s on your iPod right now?
Amy: OK here are a few songs I just downloaded onto my ipod.
1. Here I am (Club Mix) - Special D
2. Womanizer - Britney Spears
3. Hot Stuff (Let’s Dance) - Craig David
Love to listen to “Gotta Get thru this” by Daniel Bedingfield when I am prepping/training for contest.
I enjoy country music, and well just about any music classic/pop/dance/electronic/rock. I love a variety.
1. Here I am (Club Mix) - Special D
2. Womanizer - Britney Spears
3. Hot Stuff (Let’s Dance) - Craig David
Love to listen to “Gotta Get thru this” by Daniel Bedingfield when I am prepping/training for contest.
I enjoy country music, and well just about any music classic/pop/dance/electronic/rock. I love a variety.
FBBFan.com: What are your “Top 5 Favorite Movies?"
Amy: 1. Forrest Gump, 2. Sixteen Candles, 3. Dirty Dancing, 4. The Shawshank Redemption, 5. Any of the “Oceans” movies (Oceans 11 etc)
FBBFan.com: What has been your most embarrassing moment?
Amy: One of them was when I replied to all on a corporate email! mortifying!
FBBFan.com: How can fans contact you?
Amy: Check out my new website www.amyleemartin.com.
