Each product has gone through a rigorous weighing process. Scales and lunch boxes were already indispensable. Even more physical activity. All this was part of everyday life. Although it seemed very difficult or even “painful”, everything was very simple for her. “I don’t want to give up my diet. I love it,” he says proudly.
Magliana, who has gone through three pregnancies and is now 52, really has the mood of a teenager — Photo: Instagram @maglidreher/Reproduction/NDA few days before the big day, Magliane Dreher, who lives in Santo Amaro da Imperatris, City of Florianopolis, went to Vitoria, in Espiritu Santo, with her husband, a friend who was also going to compete, and her partner. They rented an apartment together to control food.
Finally the big day, Saturday, July 31, 2021. It started with whey protein cereal, milk flour, low-fat yogurt, papaya, banana, raisins, fruit jelly, and even dulce de leche. And then the ritual began: hair, makeup and body painting. Two jeweled bikinis, one red and one blue, placed by a well-known stylist in the city, have already been selected some time ago. After all, preparation begins with this choice.
Magliane wants to continue to physically train women and athletes – Photo: Instagram @maglidreher/Reproduction/NDThe trainer has already left a message on the mobile: “Note: when you are backstage, you can eat rice crackers with a little honey or dulce de leche, but without exaggeration, so as not to lose your stomach.” Muggli knew that he needed flawless abdominal contractions, and he kept this information in his head all this time. In addition, before going on stage, they offer a snack, for example, nacho cheese. Only for her it is worse than torture. “I only managed to eat two or three because I didn’t want to deviate from protocol. It’s very hard for me to eat such things,” he recalls.
“On stage, everything is different. Nervousness and coldness in the abdomen. Poses must be precise, perfect parade and strong muscle contraction,” he says with a smile on his face. When the lights come on, it’s show time. Carefully crafted poses, sympathy and nods to win over judges and spectators. And, of course, all the unbridled willpower for the test.
“Athlete number 108. Malian. You are a phenomenon! Malyana is 52 years old, and he keeps up with anyone health step on this stage. And more! If you manage to go out into the world with your age and fitness, you will succeed. Congratulations! You are an example here, ”one of the judges praised during one of the championships.
Magliane is a personal trainer and owner of the Academia Master Form in Santo Amaro da Imperatriz — Photo: Instagram @maglidreher/Reproduction/NDThe praise was not in vain. She, who has had three pregnancies and is now 52, really has the mood of a teenager. He won the Top 3, he participated in the first championship in 2019. In the second championship, in 2022, he won the Rookie Top 2, State Top 2 and Brazil Championship Top 2.
Maljane wants to continue to physically train women and athletes. “What I am most satisfied with is the continuous improvement of people’s physical condition, their health and body awareness,” says Academia Master Form owner and personal trainer.
51-year-old visually impaired athlete competes in bodybuilding: “I don’t want to waste time on complaining, but on life”
“You can do anything” – this phrase changed the life of 51-year-old athlete Laura Boppre, born in Tubarao, in the south of Santa Catarina.
For a while, Laura lived with monocular vision, but at the age of 46 she realized that something was wrong – Photo: Instagram @laurabopprejustino/Reproduction/NDThe native of Santa Catarina was born with all the ideal physical data, but at the age of 26 she had to compete with a little-known enemy. Both for her and for medicine. “An investigation was carried out to find out what it was. I had 13 operations, but in the end I lost not only my sight, but also my left eye,” he says.
For a while, Laura lived with monocular vision, but at the age of 46 she realized that something was wrong. The fight continued. “The diagnosis came, which I did not expect. I was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa,” Laura recalls.
With a terminal diagnosis, Laura already had less than 20% vision, used a green cane – for people with poor eyesight – and also with a percentage of hearing loss who needed hearing aids.
At that moment it seemed that life was over. And it could for many. However, this was the fuel for Laura, who saw a new beginning in history. “I consider life a sacred gift. This is a wonderful thing. Nobody lives without suffering. It’s an illusion to think it’s just a bed of roses. To live is to continually renounce this suffering.”
As a sign sent from the universe, Laura’s friend, who knew that going to the gym was good for her, gave her a monthly fee so that she would not give up her favorite routine. “How can I do the exercise alone without seeing?” The feeling was one of fear. But it was anyway.
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“With the help of an instructor, I was able to train normally. So I thought, “Oh! It’s the only thing I can do. Then I decided to look for a doctor who would help me with the general condition of my body,” he says in a serene voice.
One day during one of her consultations, she plucked up the courage and said: “The fact that I am in the gym and I can train makes me see, it makes me feel alive. I felt included in society and I want to be an athlete,” at the same moment she lowered her head. Internal judgments did not allow her to think that this was really possible.
Without thinking twice, the doctor replied that she “can do anything.” From that day on, Laura became an athlete and behaved accordingly. She ate well, slept well, and devoted herself almost entirely to it. “I felt alive and belonging to society again.”
“There is a lot of talk about accessibility and inclusion, but in practice this is far from the case. In sports, I manage to be a person where there is no difference,” he says.
Laura became the first visually impaired woman to compete in a bodybuilding championship in South Carolina – Photo: Instagram @laurabopprejustino/Reproduction/NDLaura became the first visually impaired woman in Santa Catarina to compete in a bodybuilding championship and has already won several awards. “Later, I dared and competed with 30-year-old women. I doubled the category in the championship. In September 2022, I participated in the third and also competed in the special category. I made a presentation with another visually impaired person with a well-designed choreography (…). All these conquests can be called a victory over prejudices, ”he is proud.
“I am no longer yesterday’s Laura and tomorrow I will be different, because we are gaining experience (…). The limit is in people. Because each of us can know how far we can go. (…) People will always talk, so do it just for yourself,” he concludes.
From a young age you know what you want! 15-year-old teenager found himself in sports
Despite her young age, 15-year-old Ananda Siahtikas Mello Silva has already put on a show in sports. A resident of Florianopolis, she began exercising at the age of 10. “My parents were always supportive. I always try to give my best in everything I do because I love it,” he says proudly.
Ananda started bodybuilding at the age of 10. Photo: Personal Archive/Cedido/NDAnanda entered the world of bodybuilding after suffering an injury while doing rhythmic gymnastics. For this reason, he had to go to the gym to strengthen himself. “One day I was at the gym and the coach saw me and said that I have potential in bodybuilding. He invited me and I agreed to participate in the first IFBB competition (International Federation of Fitness and Bodybuilding – Federation of Bodybuilding in Brazil). I won a place in the Brazilian championship, which will be held this year, in July,” he recalls.
A devoted, young woman says she is following a very tiring but very enjoyable routine – Photo: Personal archive/Cedido/NDThe dedicated, young woman claims to follow a very tiring but very enjoyable daily routine. “I train every day except Sunday. This is my amusement park (…). In the end, the result is worth it, all for the sake of your dream, ”says Ananda, who wants to achieve the championship, considered the most important in bodybuilding, and become a champion.
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“My experience so far has been incredible, I fall more and more in love with this sport every day. All girls who want to compete first of all need to find a gym, train with love, focus and determination. When we want, nothing stops us. Focus on your goals and dreams and never give up,” concludes the teen.
Source: Ndmais