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February 8th, 2010, 09:19 PM
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Gearing up to see Tina in Columbus in a few weeks at the Arnold!!! Can't wait! Until then, here's an interview with Tina from Tina Durkin - Countdown to the Arnold
Oh, and the pic....
Returning to the Arnold Classic after her breakout season in 2009, fitness fans are on the cusp of seeing what may well be the next fitness superstar emerging and taking control of this season. After winning the NPC Nationals in 2007 Durkin went from a budding new fitness athlete to the sidelines after back surgery then returned to the stage in 2009 with a completely new body and an amazing repitoire of skills and knocked out a top 5 finish in her first Arnold Classic Fitness International appearance in 2009. She finished consistently strong througout the season and now after a couple months to re-tool and refine, Tina Durkin is poised to challenge for one of the hotly contested top 3 spots at the Arnold this year.
Team Bodysport: After having back surgery following your Pro Debut in 2008, you returned to the Pro Stage at the 2009 Fitness International and placed in the Top 5! What was that like for you?
Tina: To be honest, I was shocked. After being off the whole year recovering from my back surgery, I felt that I really needed to prove that I belonged on that Arnold stage. I worked so hard from the day I found out that I got an invite. After I sent my application in, I really had no idea if I would even make the cut, so I ate Chipotle (my favorite cheat meal) the week we found out...I figured if I didn't eat it, I wouldn't make it and regret it!!!! (It was like reverse psychology or something). My goal was to look better than ever before and perform as well as I could and place in the top 10. Yay!!!!!
Team Bodysport: You went on to place in the Top 5 at every show you competed in including the Olympia! How does that make you feel going into this 2010 competitive season?
Tina: I feel blessed...really. I work hard and just hope that I will get noticed again this year.
Team Bodysport: Do you feel added pressure because of your winning 2009 season? Are you feeling confident you will remain a Top 5 athlete this season?
Tina: I do feel that added pressure, I mean everyone knows that my physique was on last year so they will expect the same this year. I am confident, but you never know what is going to happen so we will just have to wait and see.
Team Bodysport: Your physique is very well balanced and aesthetically pleasing, very fit, tight and feminine! The physique round is consistently a strong showing for you. Is there anything you are looking to improve on in this round? If so, what are you doing differently with your prep going into this season?
Tina: I'm still trying to tighten up my glutes and bring up my back. My back really suffered from my surgery. I lost a lot of strength. My prep includes more cardio, dieting harder, going heavier on back exercises, and adding even more leg/glute exercises.
Team Bodysport: Sometimes athletes hold back giving it their all in their routine rounds because of previous injuries or past surgeries. Is this the case with you?
Tina: That's a good question. My routine at the Arnold last year was definitely watered down. I don't have much lower back strength anymore. I had to take a lot of tricks out. After a year back in action, I'm able to add some difficulty back into my routine. It will take time, but I believe I will improve every show.
Team Bodysport: Do you work with a Coach/Choreographer?
Tina: I work with Mike Davies for my nutrition, training, and just about everything. LOL, Fitness Pro and peer Pro competitor, Nicole Duncan is my choreographer. We actually have become great friends and I love working with her.
Team Bodysport: How do you decide on a "theme" for your routine? Do you have a gymnastics or dance background.
Tina: Nicole and I come up with my theme together. We try to come up with themes that will go with my personality. My "Miss New Booty" routine has been my favorite so far. I actually don't have a gymnastic or dance background. I was a high school and college cheerleader, that was the extent of it. I started taking tumbling class when I was just shy of 28 years of age, after my daughter was born.
Team Bodysport: We are seeing more "Moms" competing in Fitness and Figure which is great. Yet not many are snatching up top spots like you! You are one of the top fitness athletes in the world. How does your daughter feel about you competing and your achievements?
Tina: Thank you so much. My daughter, Evelyn (6), is my biggest fan. Back in 2007, she predicted that I would win Fitness Nationals, and I did. The first time I did the Arnold (2008), she said "Your routine was good and so was Jen Hendershot's!" I was so happy she put me in the same sentence with Jen. Now she says how good "I" am! She is very honest with me...its cute. We both take gymnastics at the same place so she watches every routine practice and tells me "Mom...you can do it." She thinks I should be able to place 3rd now, but she's kinda bias!!!
Team Bodysport: How do you decide what shows you will be competing in for the season? Does your family play a role in that?
Tina: It's really all about the Olympia. Last year, I had no idea I would qualify for the O at the Arnold, so I planned on competing at the NY Pro and the Europa. This year I don't have any definite plans yet, we'll see. My family is very supportive of my competing. We just try to pick shows that everyone can travel to. They hate missing anything!
Team Bodysport: If you could give a piece of advice to fitness competitors that are just starting out what would it be?
Tina: The smartest thing I did when I first started was I hired Mike Davies. I feel that you need someone to help you, a coach/trainer to guide you through this journey. After you find someone to help you....LISTEN to them. Secondly, it's easy to get caught up in all the drama in the fitness industry, I say, leave it be....be yourself...and finally, WORK HARD!
Team Bodysport: Is there someone you would like to mention or give thanks to?
Tina: There are actually a team of people that help me get ready for each show, I'd love to give them all credit:
Mike Davies-Trainer
Nicole Duncan-Choreographer
John Thorpe- Gymnastics Coach
Roy Johnson (Lion and Dragon Yoga)- Tai Yoga Massage
Maggie Keaveny- Competition Suits
Elaine Goodlad- Makeup
Jan Tana-Tanning
And of course my family for all of their support. My parents drive across the country to see me perform....Thank you all!!!
You can learn more about Tina by visiting her website: Tina Durkin-IFBB Fitness Professional
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