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“since I have made the transition [becoming vegetarian], I have
gotten stronger and it actually helped me build muscle mass.”
Name: Emilee Peterson
Occupation: GNC, Metro Cop in training
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Age: 29
Height: 5’5”
Weight: 145 lb.
Type of Training: Female Bodybuilding (high-intensity low-rep heavy
weights)
Q: Tell us the story of how/why you decided to go pro as a female
bodybuilder.
Being a professional female bodybuilder … Wow,
that was a dream of mine since I decided I wanted to compete. I knew that I had to compete in an armature show and place top
two to be able to compete in a national show where top two go
pro.
I competed in my first show in November of
2012. I placed third. I was happy with that placing. First show
and getting third was amazing for me. I then decided I would hop right
into another prep and try to go for a show in March of 2013.
I ended up hurting my shoulder and needing surgery, and that took me out for
the majority of the year. Around November of 2013, I started back in the
gym, trying to get myself back into the routine of things.
I talked with my coach at the time and decided I would do a back-to-back
show. I would compete in August and November. So he got me
ready. I placed third for the August show in Colorado; I wasn’t happy
about that placing since I was only one who was the most conditioned.
“I didn’t let it get to my head, I still kept the intensity up
and came in fuller and bigger for the November show, where I won the whole
show. I won my class and the overall!”
Now I had the fire in me to compete in a national show!
I picked Pittsburgh in September 2015. I gave that show my everything.
I have never wanted something so bad in my life. I seriously ate, drank, and
breathed that show.
Everything I did was for that show. Nothing else
mattered.
Then the show rolled around. It was the longest day of my life.
It was a one-day show where I did pre-judging in the morning and the routine
in the evening.
I ended up going on stage for pre-judging at 5:30 p.m. when the night show
should have been starting. That day had bikini and physique going.
I was moved right away to the middle where I smiled so big.
“Nothing could take my smile away.”
Then night show – this is the fun part, the routines.
Physique started at 10:30 p.m.
I was backstage, since the night show was moving fast and my nerves set in.
I didn’t think I could finish the show.
I was eating and eating, trying to get energy, but
it didn’t seem to work.
Once it was time for me to head to the stage, I crossed my fingers and just
hoped I wouldn’t pass out.
But then I watched the girls in front of me, and I just let myself go and
had fun.
There was nothing I could do now, I just needed to have fun. I worked hard,
and now it was time to show the judges who I was through my routine. I killed
my routine! They called all of us to the side of the stage, and they started to
call the numbers as the girls left to go receive their trophy.
I couldn’t believe they said my name and said I was a new pro! I placed
second and I couldn’t be happier!!! The girls I competed against looked so amazing. Now Olympia
is my next goal.
Q: What were the steps you took to transition to plant-based
nutrition?
I first wanted to know all the sources of protein I needed to be eating so I wouldn’t lose the muscle I had gained. I found a few
I really liked, like tofu, silk tofu, and sun warrior protein powder; I do have egg white once a day so I
don’t [eat] a lot of tofu in a day.
I also looked at complete protein foods like quinoa. I found I really like that post-workout.
I really just read everything I could about how vegetarian athletes broke down their diets.
Some were fighters, so that helped me get an idea for when I prep for a show
and I can gauge my off-season diet.
Q: Staple post-workout meal recipe (or breakfast).
I will have to put my breakfast, since that is my favorite one! One scoop of
raw fit mocha protein powder, 1/2 cup oatmeal
with cinnamon and stevia, and a nice tablespoon of almond butter.
Q: What does your training look like these days?
Right now, since it is my off-season until March, I train heavy low reps, trying to build some muscle so I can come a little
bigger and more well-rounded. I train sometimes seven days a week if I am
feeling good.
“I listen to my body. If I feel tired, I rest. If
I am feeling good, I’ll train.”
Q: Favorite three exercises, and why?
This one is hard. I love all kinds, but I would say dead lifts are a favorite. I can show that girls are
strong too and can pull some serious weight and still look like a girl.
Second would be anything for shoulders. I get a pump so fast, and I loovveee
when my shoulders look like baby pumpkins! Thirdly, I would say incline dumb
bell press. This is a strong point for me, so I like to toss around heavy
weights.
Q: Tell me a story of the mentor who played a key role in building
confidence in yourself.
This is something I still struggle with, to be very honest. When I was
younger, I had a really bad eating disorder. I never thought I looked good
enough for the “hot” guys. I have a great support system that helps me keep a
positive mental state.
I have days where I think I look good and feel great, and then I have days
where I don’t think I look good or have enough muscle. Sad to say, I have more low days
then high days, since it’s hard for me to accept a compliment from someone.
I think they are just trying to be nice. So I still need to work on this
area in my life.
Q: What would your friends/colleagues say you’re really good at?
I would say being dedicated. Once I have something in my head I want, I will
go for it. I’m an all-in or all-out kind of person, no grey area for me.
Q: What is your most meaningful tattoo, and tell us the story behind
it?
I would say my right sleeve. It’s Japanese style art. My grandma was
into Japanese stuff and really got me into it, so it’s a little
dedication to her memory.
Q: Fun fact most people don’t know about you?
I’m a big kid. I love cartoons; Dragon Ball Z is my favorite.
And I’m absolutely terrified of roller coasters.
Q: What unpopular opinions do you hold?
Being vegetarian would be something a lot of people
I know don’t agree with.
They think I will lose size and be weak.
But since I have made the transition, I have gotten stronger and it
actually helped me build muscle mass.
Q: What three pearls of wisdom would you tell your 18-year-old self?
It’s okay to eat as long as you’re eating right.
Stay in school.
And don’t try to fit in with the crowd.
Q: What have you changed your mind about in past 10 years?
“To live in the moment, for we are not guaranteed the
next one.”
I used to stress over everything. But I have learned that you need
to live for now and focus on what you can do right now to better yourself
and your situation.
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Author
Bio:
Chris
Willitts (creator of V3), is the founder and owner of Vegetarian Bodybuilding.
V3 Vegetarian Bodybuilding System
is a mixture of science and author’s advice, providing users
with optimal diet and exercise. This system is designed for vegans and
vegetarians only.
A
lot of research has been put in this program. Furthermore, a lot of
professional bodybuilders and athletes tried and tested the program, praising
its progressiveness and efficiency.
The
program is about taking control of your own body and health according to your
potential and needs. And worry not; you’ll get plenty of proteins with this
system. It will boost you with energy, and you’ll feel just a strong as any
carnivore would (perhaps even stronger, depending on how much you invest in
your exercise). It avoids vitamins deficiency and provides you with a lot of
proteins, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Instead
of saying things like “I think a plant-based diet is good for athletes and
bodybuilders,” the V3 Vegetarian Bodybuilding System claims “I know a
plant-based diet is good for athletes and bodybuilders, and I have results to
prove it.”
To
find out more, visit the website at V3 Bodybuilding – Tips from a Professional Female
Bodybuilder
