Saturday, February 4, 2017 marked the end of week four of Kimberly's powerlifting training.  Kimberly will compete in all 3 lifts at her first competition, and she is very pleased with her progress thus far.  "I'm absolutely thrilled, I weigh 155 pounds and on 2/4/17, I squatted the most ever, 160 pounds! I'm definitely getting stronger and I feel absolutely amazing!"  Kimberly's training  began January 9, 2017. During that week her max barbell back squat was 135 pounds.  "It's truly awesome to have the support of my Sports Performance Coach, Eric Couthen in my corner.  He's very thorough and encourages me to get stronger."  Her barbell bench press max is currently 100 pounds and her barbell deadlift to date is 135 pounds. Kimberly believes life somewhat resembles powerlifting, you either give-up or push through adversity, and giving-up should NEVER be an option!  Kimberly loves that feeling of giving it her all, and pushing through each rep.  Her favorite strength quote  reminds her of her journey:
"Strength does not come from physical capacity, it comes from an indomitable will."
​~Mahatma Gandhi
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Video Filmed by Coach Eric Couthen (2/4/17) at Go Work-Out Fitness Center - West

Bikini Competitor Kimberly Whitfield is already two weeks into training for her first powerlifting competition.  She's feeling energized and quite pleased with her progress thus far.  
"I'm really enjoying my training regimen and I'm doing exactly what Coach Eric Couthen instructs me to do.  In order to train at my best, I fuel-up an hour before each work-out. Our bodies are like machines, and we get out of them what we put in them."  Kimberly believes a healthy lifestyle should be easy and simple.  She recommends the following:

• Don't Skip Breakfast
•  Include Carbohydrates, Protein and Healthy Fat in Your Daily Diet

"I enjoy preparing most of my meals at home, however my schedule is very busy.  Therefore, I save time by eating one meal 6 days per week at Zaytoon Mediterranean.  This is my dining-out body fuel of choice, and a great way to give my body what it needs to GROW." When dining at Zaytoon Mediterranean, Kimberly orders one of her two favorite meals and to go snack:
House Salad & Grilled Chicken Breast

• Romaine Lettuce
• Tomato
• Cucumber
• Red Onion
• House Dressing 

Grilled Shrimp & Steamed Vegetables

• Cauliflower
• Carrots
• Red Bell Pepper

To Go Snack

• Hommous
• Raw Carrots & Celery

Zaytoon Mediterranean offers several vegan selections as well as traditional meat favorites and an extensive gluten-free menu.  They also have a Juice Bar which includes Straight Juices, Smoothies and Raw Juice Combos.
"I love the generous meal portions, and there's always more for later!  It's not only the food that makes each visit great, but the exceptional service provided by Owner Chef Samy Rashed,  General Manager Sal Aljabbary and their amazing staff.  Everyone knowns me by name and that makes me feel very special!"
I invite you to visit Zaytoon Mediterranean today, the HEALTHY alternative to fast-food!  Tell them Kimberly sent you! 
​Zaytoon Mediterranean Locations:
940 Elmwood Rd. Lansing, MI 48917
1979 N. Aurelius Rd. Holt, MI 48842

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Bikini Competitor Kimberly Whitfield is excited to announce that Sports Performace Coach   Eric Couthen will train her for her first Powerlifting Competition.  Eric is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer with a strong passion for weight training, athletics, fitness, and training athletes from various sports. He graduated from Saginaw Valley State University with a Bachelor Degree in Exercise Science and was a member of the football team.  Eric competed in the 2016 NPC Nicole Wilkins Classic Bodybuilding Show, where he placed first in the Classic Physique Division. 
"I couldn't have chosen a better Coach.  Eric is truly an amazing person that can definitely help me get stronger.  Throughtout the process, I'm looking forward to sharing my journey.  Perhaps it might inspire others to train for the sport."
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The New Year brings new goals and aspirations for Bikini Competitor Kimberly Whitfield.  She is officially training for her first Powerlifting  Competition (2017 Spring Natural & Fit Barbellum).  The competition will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Bullock Creek High School in Midland, MI. "Over the past few months, I've put on more muscle and I'm excited about getting stronger!  Powerlifting will strengthen my body and give me a more competitive advantage in future Bikini Competitions." Kimberly's  3 Approaches to Well-being are:  Inspiration, Beauty and Strength.  However, her training regimen will primarily focus on her Daily Essentials which represent STRENGTH. "I'm looking forward to sharing my journey and would like to invite others to implement my Strength "Daily Essentials" into their lifestyle."  Its's all about getting better together for this youthful 47 year old, who's next competiton date is a week before her 48th birthday!

• Hometown - Lansing, MI
• Current Location - Lansing, MI
• Age - 47
• Height - 5' 8"
• Weight - 155
• Gym Home - Genesis Fitness Center 
• Favorite Male Athlete - Floyd Mayweather Jr.
•  Favorite Female Athlete - Claressa Shields
• Favorite Dining-out Body Fuel of Choice - Zaytoon Mediterranean    
• Favorite Quote - "Obstacles are only temporary, in adversity, move your body and be patient." ~ Kimberly Whitfield

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