Denise Knorr Interview with CBB

Age: 34
Height: 5'7"

Competition History:
1998 - Southerns Heavyweight 2nd place
1999 - Southerns Heavyweight 3rd place
2001 - Southerns Lightweight 2nd place
2001 - Provincials Middleweight 3th place
2004 - Southerns Middleweight 1st place
2004 - Provincials Middleweight 5th place
2006 - Provincials Heavyweight 1st place
2009 - Nationals Heavyweight 11th place
2010 - Provincials Heavyweight 2nd place
2010 - Nationals Heavyweight 10th place

Occupation: Community Rehabilitation Worker
Hometown: Lethbridge, AB
Currently Residing: Lethbridge, AB
Offseason weight: 160lbs
Competition weight: 147lbs

Have you always been an active person - did you play sports in your youth?
Yes, but was overweight as a child/adolescent.

What made you get into bodybuilding competitions?
I began going to a gym at the age of 16 because I was overweight (200+lbs). The gym owner approached me about becoming involved in powerlifting which I did from 17-20. I was introduced to a few local bodybuilders who convinced me to give bodybuilding a shot. I did my first competition in 1998 and have been involved in the sport ever since.

Have you competed in other categories as well?
I have been light, middle and heavyweight.

How has the sport impacted your life?
I have gained much respect and admiration, developed as an athlete as well as an individual, but have had to make many personal and professional sacrifices.

Who do you look up to in the industry and who has helped you along the way?
Debbie and Armand Huneault
Brian and Donna Logue
Grete Gautreau
Nicole Ball
Dave Palumbo
Marc Berthiaume

Favorite foods for dieting?
Chicken, cottage chesse, cashews, peanut butter.

For cheating?
Cereal, cheese, ice cream, chocolate.

Are there any sports supplements that you cannot live without?
Whey protein.

Are you sponsored by a company? If so, who?
I wish!

What is a typical day for you when prepping for a show?

• meal prep
• cardio
• breakfast
• work
• 3 meals through out workday
• preworkout meal
• weight training
• cardio
• post workout meal
• shower, domestic duties, cook
• sleep

What do you find the most difficult about this sport?
The expenseS along with the time and dedication that has to be devoted.

Do you have any tips or advice to give to ladies who are thinking of trying out the sport?
Hire a qualified and experienced trainer who wilL assist you up to AND after the competition.

When will we next see you on stage?
2011 ABBA Provincials

For current contest history, please check out the Denise Knorr Profile