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October 21, 2009
Getting Into Fitness Modeling: Post from Jamie, May 29, 2009
Getting Into Fitness Modeling: Post from Jamie, May 29, 2009
Q: Dear Jamie,
First off, I want to say congratulations on all your achievements. Truly outstanding.
I also have a few questions of advice for you! I absolutely love to exercise; it's my life, next to focusing in school in order to become a nurse. I work out at least 5 times a week through both weight training and cardio. I feel like I have the body to model; fitness modeling is my dream job. But, I do not know the best road for getting involved. Are there ways other than participating in competitions to get noticed?
A: Hi Jamie!
That’s awesome that you have an interest in potentially modeling! I have really been blessed by living this lifestyle and truly love my job. If you want to get into the field of fitness modeling, the best advice I can give is to go to the industry events. There are shows all throughout the year. The two biggest are the Olympia and the Arnold. Both have expos where all of the supplement companies, clothing companies and magazines have booths.There seems to have been a surge in interest in fitness modeling because I seem to see more and more girls every year. In order to set yourself apart, you really need to meet the company owners in person. Give them a reason to remember you over someone else. Also, get some pictures done. Try and recreate looks you see in your favorite magazines. Think about your audience when you shoot the pictures. Is it for women? Is it to promote strength or weight loss? Is it sexy, etc…
-Jamie
