Name: Dawn Barnable
Blog: www.shrinkinginkdgirl.com
Twitter: @inkdgirl55
Instagram: Inkdgirl
Facebook: Shrinking Inkdgirl
Location: Ontario, Canada
Age: 42
What types physical activity do you enjoy?
CrossFit 6x week and Running
How did you get started in weight lifting?
After my dear non-running friend Jen (editor note: that’s me!) told me about how much she loved Crossfit I figured I would give it a try. Jen ran on the Detroit Turkey Trot with me so I felt I owed it to her to give it a try, who knew I would become addicted! I always lifted at my local YMCA but I really wasn’t achieving any results nor did I feel like I was doing it right, so when I started Crossfit this Jan 2013 I learned how to lift properly and instantly fell in love.
Favorite workout or lift?
Current lifting-related goal:
My current goal is to build up strength so I can do better at push presses, shoulder presses and jerks. I struggle with getting things over my head!
Piece of advice for new lifters or those reluctant to try:
My advice – try it don’t say you can’t do it before you have even tried it! With proper instruction anyone can lift something!
My journey started in Aug of 2010 when I weighed 284lbs, I had a revision of my prior Weight loss Surgery and I began the path to Wellness. I became a vegetarian, quit dairy and sugar and started running. Flash forward to today, I am a strong 150lb woman who has no fear of the bar! I will always attempt each lift and you won’t hear me say “I can’t” , only “I will, someday.”
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How would you like to be the next in the spotlight? I love to spotlight ladies in all fitness levels; it does not matter if you are a brand new lifter or a seasoned veteran! Check out the past spotlights and contact me for details!
Twitter: Inkdgirl55
April 25, 2013 at 11:10 am
Thank you my dear friend for featuring me! You are the rockstar here! I love that you feature everyday women like myself to show the world that we can accomplish anything!
You’re an inspiration, Dawn!! And now that you do Crossfit, even more awesome in my eyes 😉
Twitter: denajeanneb
April 25, 2013 at 12:16 pm
What an inspiring story Dawn!
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April 25, 2013 at 1:25 pm
Great story Dawn – inspiring! Good luck with your goals!
Twitter: KatSnF
April 25, 2013 at 1:47 pm
I love how Dawn kicks butt now and ain’t afraid to lift heavier and heavier!
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April 25, 2013 at 2:23 pm
Very inspiring, Dawn!! I love your cool blue workout pants. 🙂
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That’s awesome, Dawn! You’ve come a long way, girl! And you’re going far!
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This story is awesome. This concept of lady lifter spotlights is even more awesome! I don’t have any amazing transformation story to tell, but I would love to be in your spotlight if you ever need someone else. I’m a pretty average girl, except that I have a sick new obsession with crossfit. 😉
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Of course, Maggie!!
Crossfit is obsessive.. in the best way possible 🙂
I couldn’t find a way to contact you on your blog; can you email me at jenniferhudy@me.com and I’ll send you more info?
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