Amanda Cook Personal Trainer

Bringing in the new year with my most favorite butt head @_austeeezy_ Didn’t get any pics last night because I was working but 2021 - Lets Do This

Wow 2020 What a MF year! This year changed everything for me. I traveled more this year than any of the last 10 combined, I conquered noted in bodybuilding than I ever had or even PLANNED, I built upon my relationships and I’m coming out truly knowing who’s got my back and who never did! Let’s just say I’m going into 2021 with a smaller circle and I’m completely okay with that! This year I stepped outside of my comfort zone so many times. I did 4 Photoshoot with 3 awesom...e photographers, I lost 30+/- pounds, I joined team @bairaesthetics and started coaching with none other than the man himself @dylanbair_rd who led over 1/2 my year ending in a National Show. That being said, I never even had the expectation of taking it that far. I just wanted to get on stage again this year. I ended up with two 1st places, an overall, a second place and 8th at nationals totaling 4 shows which I’ve never done more than 1 before going back into off season! Lots of ups and downs this year but I told myself at the beginning that 2020 was going to be my year. Regardless of the COVID BS, the election that terrified the country, the second wave of shut downs, I still managed to make this year one of my most successful years on a personal level! Moving into 2021, I’m ready! I’m ready to LEVEL TF UP! #IFBBPro2021 along with building my clientele for @resilientfitness1 & improving upon my relationship with @_austeeezy_ because amongst all things that I can make happy, my happy home with Austin is very important to have the foundation I need for everything else I’m truly grateful for everything this year gave me. Bring it on 2021, let’s grow, let’s level up. Let’s do this

My two BIGGEST supporters This trip couldn’t have been made with out them! Thank you Mom for always supplying me with good energy & taking me to all my appointments this weekend. You’ve always had my back and you’re always checkin’ to see if I could eat something when I’d come over for dinner. And helping me out along the way this year with my competitions. I’m SO HAPPY you could be here for my first National Show. Out of 7 shows total I’ve done, you’ve only missed ONE. I ...love you mom @colettepowerscook && Thank you to my boyfriend for literally everything you’ve done for me along the way. From coming to every show this year, to helping me make sure I’m supplied with everything that I need in order to be successful this year. From helping me with chores around the house when I was fatigued to dealing with my prep brain and mood swings for months. You’ve really been the true hero in this journey & showed me how much upper believed in me. I’m happy I was able to show you this lifestyle and passion of mine and you enjoy it too! @_austeeezy_ Overall, I am truly blessed to have have all the support from so many people along this journey as well! From all the messages I’ve received from you guys here on IG and all my social media, THANK YOU! I’ve expressed some of my hardships with some of you guys and y’all were there for me through it all Here is to 2021 and getting that #ProCard

Here’s to the next sequel in this chapter - to all the blessing that will come my way for the remainder of the year and 2021 #FeelingBlessed

First National Show wrapped up and I am honestly really happy with this physique I’ve brought! . 1st call outs but no top 5. Obviously the hardest show I’ve ever done and my shows had the most girls at 30 girls, all looked phenomenal! . After 7 months long of prepping, through a pandemic, losing 30+ lbs and learning more about myself, my body and the sport, I am so ready to get into off season, grow and enjoy some DATES with my boyfriend and friends! Ah just in tike for Chri...stmas This has been such a long, hard, tough, prep. I can honestly say I am a completely different person now than I was in the beginning of 2020. I found my passion again, I found my real support system and I found myself again! . I am SO HAPPY guys! Now to go eat & enjoy everything about life outside of prepping for a second before we back on the prep grind next year. #ProCard2021 See more

What would a Pro do? What would a Pro Eat? How would a pro go about this situation? Sometimes it’s about putting yourself in a situation that you aren’t quite in yet that drives your daily actions to get to your goal!... Someone told me after my last show, these are going to be the hardest 4 weeks yet. And they weren’t kidding. A few things have changed and I can’t lie, it’s put some stress on ya girl. I got TWO new jobs, both bartending. But due to COVID, I’ve been living on a day-by-day basis of working. And if you’ve prepped, you know how difficult that can make things with scheduling workouts, cardio, meal prepping, etc. But that’s the beauty behind prepping, even though things change in your life, you’ve still got to get done what must get done and be RESILIENT to push through whatever life throws your way. But there is no giving up. There is no throwing in the towel because your tired. There is no stopping. There is no excuse that can be used to halt this prep now. No matter the goal, it’s going to be rough, it’s going to test your strength, mentally and physically. It’s going to be the hardest the further you go but I know the end result will be bitter sweet, it ALWAYS IS! So when the going gets tough, get TOUGHER . Interested in coaching? Click the link in my BIO and visit my website OR email me directly with the email link in my BIO - 2021 is going to be a big season and I’m ready to guide you to the stage! @resilientfitness1 #ResilientFitness

Going into the new week like.. 14 more days to bring my best #FutureIFBBPro

#TransformationTuesday The journey this year was one to remember and always cherish. I lost the most weight over had to in a prep! 30+ lbs over the course of 6 months and the best physique I’ve ever brought This type of dedication is deeper than the stage and placing. I’ve grown into a whole new human and I found my passion again! I spent many hours in the gym, I’ve sacrificed so much time with friends and also found out who really supports me and what I love to do.... 20 lbs was typically what I needed to lose but after gaining 10 extra lbs last year with lots of drinking and enjoying my time, living in the moment, and having fun. I knew it was time for me to get back to what I knew. I LEARNED to better prioritize my time I LEARNED better perseverance towards a goal I LEARNED how much dedication it can take in the sport I LEARNED what my body is capable of doing by sticking to the plan First video was 1 day out fasted and second video was probably May Fasted and hovering around 150lbs - both bodies ate me though. Both bodies are beautiful. Body bodies were built amongst my daily habits. I enjoy both bodies because where I was then; was where I was suppose to be mentally. I needed that chapter. But that chapter led me to this chapter, of competing and pushing through so many hardships including 2020 Thank you to my coach @dylanbair_rd for guiding me through this journey and believing in me! We back at the reverse tomorrow and I’m so frikkin excited to grow and bring it in even better for that #ProCard2021

So thankful for you coming into my life Second thanksgiving with this boo thang! I love YOU @_austeeezy_

My two BIGGEST supporters This trip couldn’t have been made with out them! Thank you Mom for always supplying me with good energy & taking me to all my appointments this weekend. You’ve always had my back and you’re always checkin’ to see if I could eat something when I’d come over for dinner. And helping me out along the way this year with my competitions. I’m SO HAPPY you could be here for my first National Show. Out of 7 shows total I’ve done, you’ve only missed ONE. I ...love you mom @colettepowerscook && Thank you to my boyfriend for literally everything you’ve done for me along the way. From coming to every show this year, to helping me make sure I’m supplied with everything that I need in order to be successful this year. From helping me with chores around the house when I was fatigued to dealing with my prep brain and mood swings for months. You’ve really been the true hero in this journey & showed me how much upper believed in me. I’m happy I was able to show you this lifestyle and passion of mine and you enjoy it too! @_austeeezy_ Overall, I am truly blessed to have have all the support from so many people along this journey as well! From all the messages I’ve received from you guys here on IG and all my social media, THANK YOU! I’ve expressed some of my hardships with some of you guys and y’all were there for me through it all Here is to 2021 and getting that #ProCard

Walking into my next show this weekend like... . . #LetsFG #ILoveThisSport

Walk with purpose My purpose is to push myself each and every day & to help others show themselves the same thing can be accomplished through true resilience Nothing worth it comes easy, and nothing easy is worth it - So push harder today than you did yesterday and overcoming obstacles is apart of life, grow with determination, build that confidence and success will follow #ResilientFit #Confidence #Determination #Success... . @dannysilvaphoto See more

Probably one of my most favorite pictures from this last weekend . Such a real and raw emotional picture with my AWESOME coach @dylanbair_rd . Having Dylan here this weekend to watch everything unfold for me was nothing short of amazing for me. Coming off of 2.5 years of from the stage to taking my very first overall, watching how involved he was while being on stage made me want to perform to my highest degree. And no disappointments. We worked hard together for this ... We’re not done here though. Regardless of what happens moving on, I fully trust my coach with his game plan and I’m just so happy I conquered my goal going into this season with show # Thank you Dylan and @bairaesthetics girls for all the love shown Forever a BA

23 Weeks - 30lbs - Early morning cardio - late nights workouts - cold meals at work - secluding myself from normal life. It was all worth it . Show #1 and came in with the OVERALL VICTORY In my 5 years of training for competitions and 3 other preps, this is my first ultimate goal this season and I did it on the first show! #Bittersweet . I want to highly thank my coach @dylanbair_rd for coaching me into this show and bugging me for pictures every almost every meal... going into this week It was all so worth it tho. Also @_fitness_1st_ for helping tweak my posing. To all the @bairaesthetics BAbes I met yesterday, you guys are so awesome and sweet! Also want to thank my whole crew who showed up to support me: @colettepowerscook (moms & dad), @fallonmcbride_ , @orchidgirl12, @haleysssig , @rileykorin My Hype squad! Thank you for showing up and supporting me. . And last it shout out to @spectrumfitnessproductions for doing everything in their power to show up and execute this show to be ran as smoothly and accordingly as possible! It was a great experience with the new set up, and I honestly really enjoyed the efficiency of the show! . And just like that, peak week #2 is here! #legionsportsfest LFG . Suit: @toxicangelzbikinis Makeup: @vthemakeupartist See more

Mediocre people don’t like high achievers, contrary high achievers don’t like mediocre people - @andyfrisella . Remember that anytime someone talked down on you - Work harder. Work better. That’s how champions build champion caliber lives People will hate. But who cares, because you ain’t not trying to be them, so what you worried about it for?... The only proof you need to show, is for yourself - all day. Any day. Stay in your own lane and nobody will get in your way

#Transformation POST . From my first check in with coach till today! When I said I was ready, I knew what I had to do. Cut out the alcohol, make going to the gym a MUST, and teaching my foods to a T every single day, no matter what life hands you in a day.... I didn’t get here by choice, be accident. I put in the work every single day. Bad days and good days. It never crossed my mind if I should skip a cardio session or skip a workout because I was to tired, had a bad day, was too busy because what had to get done to progress This sport isn’t for the faint of heart, you learn alot about yourself, you grow as an individual, you embrace the changes, the bad weeks, the struggles, the drops in energy. But you gain knowledge about yourself, you make connections with strong, like-minded individuals, create better habits, daily routines that embrace success in order to get to the stage I can’t thank @dylanbair_rd enough for coaching me through it all. I can’t lie, he’s made this one if the easiest peeps for me. Having a coach is honestly so much better than coaching yourself! You can mindfully focus your energy on other aspects of your life which is what I’ve been able to do! Thankful to be 5 days out, a tough 22 weeks down and show #1 is coming up quick. #Excited to say the least! Now let’s peak

Stepping into my new life like.. . Nothing gets me more excited than becoming who I’ve always wanted to be. #DreamChaser

RESILIENT adj. - The process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, or stress. . It’s about to take a bad situation and make it better. .... It’s about overcoming misfortune and seeing the brighter side of things. . It’s a skill earned through finding your confidence in yourself, knowing better times and better days are coming. We all know life is a rollercoaster - you’re going to have bad days and good days. Negativity can linger in your brain but being able to analyze that the journey you’re on is going to test you at the most random (and sometimes worst of times), to enable GROWTH . For me, today started off with a negative mindset. Some things in my life aren’t in my favor & bring so close to show, it’s upsetting. BUT I know that better days are coming for me. So I decided to take the situation in my own hands and be extra productive. I hung things up on my walls in my house, I studied for my certification, I cleaned my house. And to it off, I got myself a LITTLE dolled up to boost my confidence. As I was driving out to my parents, I realized how #blessed I really am being in my position and that I was the one who changed my day Bigger things are coming and I’m excited to continue working towards the bigger picture of my life . Remember, you have the power of your own mind to contribute positive vibes into your day. That’s you’re super power and everyone has it in them. It’s about finding it, every single time life throws your curve balls You’ve literally GOT THE POWER So handle it! . #ResilienceFit #BeYourOwnBoss #OwnTheDay See more

#NationalBoyfriendDay to my fighter, my love You’re kindle my heart flame, you ignite my self passion and torch my unwillingness to give up. . Thank you Today is for you!

Back at one of my favorite gyms ever today . Check ins today and coach really dialing me in for this show #1 which is just around the corner. Peak week in 1.5 weeks and I haven’t left one stone unturned, nor will I. We’re in the homestretch y’all & things are getting FREAKY & FUN . Btw, I am LIVING for this @ryderwear set

True Happiness Comes From Within . Anything that YOU like to do, like to have, enjoy - is where that happiness will shine from with in. . Finding what makes you happy does take time. It takes alone time with your self for self reflection. It takes getting out of your comfort zone and truly being you ... . Authentic Happiness takes work, believe it or not. It doesn’t require sitting on your ass all day doing nothing. It’s really about finding what DRIVES you to wake tf up everyday eager to move forward . For me, body building and fitness is where I find my happiness I wake up with intent, eager to eat the food the fuel me, do the cardio that leans me, and push through the workouts that get my blood flowing and endorphins flowing I have a purpose each and everyday and a list of things that need to get done, WITHOUT hesitation. . I know some of you guys don’t see me in the gym working, but I’ve been told by a few people lately the best complement ever, you look like you really enjoy working out. Yesss I love what I do. And I love helping people with the knowledge that I have in this aspect of my life. I love listening to music when I train. I literally dance mid sets because that’s FUN for me! I dance when I’m walking on the treadmill every morning because that’s FUN for me. . But body building isn’t Easy. It takes a lot of dedication, a lot of time spent in the gym, a lot of time making sure meals are ready and you’re prepared for the day. BUT when I’m surrounding myself with people every day in the gym with the same drive or surrounding myself with the people who I can lend a helping hand to, that’s what really fuels my happiness at the end of the day! . Shine bright my peoples And don’t be afraid to be yourself See more

Because in Wednesday’s we wear pink . And on hump day we work BOOTY . V hyped with this progress lately, in the gym and out! Honestly I’ve never been in such a good flow during a prep when I’ve felt like conquering more than just what it takes to get on stage. But I’m really working to truly set myself up for success post shows ... . If you’ve been watching my stories today, ya girl I’d sing to her own AT HOME OFFICE. Honestly it’s something I’ve never thought of before but when my boyfriend suggested it, I couldn’t help but be all over the idea and the fact that it’s coming to life, is such a magical feeling. I am so blessed to be in this position. . I am healthy I am happy I am determined to win . I’m just back on my bull sh*t but better than ever! Thank you to all who have watched this journey and supported me thus far. Every mention gets noticed - y’all know who you are & I HIGHLY appreciate it See more

When we feel confident, we are able to trust in our abilities, qualities, and judgement. Remember that. .