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About Maria Spano

Health and fitness were never a way of life for me until the age of 45 when I first stepped foot into a gym. I was completely overweight and unhealthy, had no confidence or self-esteem, and felt OLD. That was my turning point….I decided to hire a personal trainer to learn how to workout and eat healthier foods. Gradually I lost the weight, trimmed the fat, and got strong both physically and mentally.

 

Then I discovered the sports of Bodybuilding and Powerlifting. I entered my first Powerlifting meet December 2002 at age 46. I was hooked...and have been competing and setting/breaking State, National and World Records ever since. I’ve ventured into competition at Bodybuilding events starting November 2003 at age 47.

 

Others read or hear my story, see the results and are inspired. That’s the part most gratifying for me.

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