One more week

I just want to wsh the best of luck to my friend Diana Cook who is competing this weekend at the Masters Nationals. She has been dieting her butt off for this show. I admore Diana very much as she has so much dedication and passion for the sport.



Well I honestly have a few days left before I depart to Vegas Wednesday. I still have some last minute errands I must run. Oh that's going to be fun.



Well I have improved my package A LOT!!!!!!!! I am very very excited. I feel and know that I am presenting my best package ever. So Lookout Vegas I'm ready to rumble.




Lastly, here is a picture of my engagement ring. It is so beautiful and David really out did himself on this one. I got a Gotti ring lol

For you vein fans

I'm tired and I ready to get the show on the road. I am right where I need to be. I am very happy with how my physique has turned out and I can't wait to see what the finished product will be in another week and a half. This has got to be the best conditioning I have had in a long time. Its been a few years since I have had a successful prep. There has always been something that has gotten in the way or stopped me from reaching my full potential. This year I am blessed. I have the best of both worlds. Tim Gardner has been prepping me and has been there for me through the good and the bad. He doesn't color coat things and he tells it how it is. There where times when I got down on myseld and he kept on pushing me and making me aware of what was on the line. He has always believed in my potential since day 1. I am very honored to be working with him. I am aiming for a pro card. I have no idea what the judges are looking for. It constantly changes. So all I can do is be myself and show off what I worked so hard for. But the important thing is to have fun in the process lol

Then I have my awesome boyfriend David Stamper. He has gone above and beyond for me. He treats me like a little princess. David is my knight in shinning armour. Hes been the backbone to my success with my prep for the show. I am looking forward to Vegas as it will be our first time together there. I will be sure to take some candid shots for you. :) Pretty soon I may be a Mrs. Stamper but I better be careful as some people already had a heart attack over my wedding comments. I wouldn't talk about something if I wasn't serious. I will have to take a picture of my engagement ring as it is gorgeous and it has lots of diamonds. :) lol

Now for some veins

I just wanted to post some random shots David took as he caught me off guard in my relaxed state lol


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Getting married in the Grand Caymen

Got your attention didn't I. *smile
David has been bringing up the engagement question recently and hes very serious. We're looking at getting married in the Grand Caymans. I'm really excited about this as it is indeed very special to both of us. I wanted to know if anyone has been married at the Grand Caymans and your experience. You can contact me at isabelleturell@hotmail.com.

Viva Las Vegas

Its beginning to look a lot like USAs. The National bodybuilding contest is right around the corner. You can find out more about Jon Lindsays show at www.lindsayproductions.com

I sent out my entry form the other day so I am in the clear. Yeah! Now I just need to get on the stage and compete among the the very top athletes in the national circut. I think my highlight that whole weekend will be not only the USAs but spending some one on one time with David. He has kept me strong and kept me focused with prep. He doesn't let me slack and he keeps me on my toes. I truly believe that God has made a special person for all of us or better way to put it would be a soulmate. I don't care what anyone says about that. We have been through a lot together. Our relationship is one that is rare and unique.

Moving Forward

I learned that if you want to make it bad enough, no matter how bad it is, you can make it.
-Gale Sayers

I'm still moving forward with USAs. Last year was very hard on me as I had CERTAIN things or a certain something in my life that really blinded me from my goal. I worked very hard last year putting a lot of time and money into my prep. I really want to appologize to my friends and most of all my devoted fans for last year. I promise to make it up to you in the next 3 weeks as I will bring a new and improved Isabelle. I really couldn't be any happier with where I am right now.

Last year I spent numerous hours in the gym, and spent lots of money for my USA prep. I have to admit this year was a totally diffrent experience for me. I didn't train as much. I train 4-5 days a week right now and only do 1 bodypart a day. My cardio sessions are way less than last year. I saved numerous amounts of money too. I have to thank my boyfriend David for that. I remember him telling me that this will be the cheapest show I do. He was right. I'm not complianing. It's amazing how much last year I spent on all these things that in all honesty I really didn't need. I wish I would have met him a long time ago.

I guess what I am trying to say is that this prep has been the best by far. It reminds me of my excalibur prep in 03 and my north american prep. The difference will be my package/presentation will be more improved. I'm excited. At Excalibur I needed to have tighter legs but still brought great conditioning and at North American i needed to be fuller as I was a little stringy. So keep in mind a shape like North American but a little bigger by a few pounds and of course more fuller. I also noticed that I have striations in my glutes which is a bonus for me.

Sure I have my eyes on a procard. Who does't at this show. But truly I will be happy when I compete in 3 weeks as that is my ultimate goal. I want to step on stage, have fun, mingle with old friends and make new ones.

After that I want to relax and spend time with David in Vegas. I don't know if I should be saying this or not but he has been talking about a engagement ring. Yes we are seriously involved as I did move here to be with him as he is a big part of my life. I am sure you alredy know that

Okay time to go and train

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Its not the best qaulity photo, but I did what to keep you guys posted and updated on me. A lot of people know I am getting ready for USAs. This prep has made me a completly new person inside and out. I have been blessed working with Tim Gardner who is an awesome Coach, Trainer, and Friend. He has taught me so many things about my body and myself. I am training less, doing less cardio and very STRESS FREE. Im completly happy and very fortunate. In my eyes I feel I am at a good place right now mentally and physically.

I also have David constantly riding my tail about my training, diet, sleep, etc. He also wants me off the boards as some people may cause drama about me. I can care less about the drama. AS my friend Jason always tells me "Save the Drama for your Mama". I'm doing this show for me. Sure it would be AWESOME to walk away with a pro card BUT.......my goal is to come at my best and compete at the Artemis Hall among all my other friends and competitors. After the show I am sure me and David will grab a bite somewhere and maybe stop by Fat Tuesdays...lol

Thursday I should be going to Kings Island. I never been there before and it should be fun. I need a break. Hopefully the weather will be nice. Saturday, I will be judging Tim Mobleys show In Indianapolis. Tim is going to have a Huge turnout.

NPC Indianapolis Bodybuilding and Figure Championships

Indiana Convention Center Wabash Ballrooms

1-3100 South Capitol AvenueIndianapolis, IN 46225

Prejudging 11 A.M., Evening Show 6:30 P.M.

For more info visit www.npcindiana.org

Happy Memorial Weekend

Just want to wish everyone a Happy Memorial Weekend and give you an update as its long overdo.

I need to get my blog back up to date. I apologize for my absence for not keeping you guys informed on my blog. Contest preparation is very challenging this time and I love it. For the first time I am in the right frame of mind and very focus. I have to thank my coach Tim Gardner and my loving boyfriend David Stamper. I am the luckiest girl in the world and the happiest.

Prep is going well and i am amazed at my size and the way things are coming together so nicely. Its a hard road but I will be very happy when the mission is accomplished. The other day I did leg press and pushed 1208 lbs which is 26 45' plates total plus a 35 plate. I was hungry for a challenge. The last time I did something like this wa in 2003 and I did 30 45'plates on leg press. I was very impressed and it felt great moving that weight. The mind is a powerful tool in bodybuilding.

We are 9 weeks away from USAs and I pretty much have everything set so far on my checklist. I just need to get some ods and end stuff here and there. Plus I need to send out my entry form too. :) I will be guest posing t th Indiana State Show 2 weeks out from USAs. This is my first time guest posing and I am looking very forward to it as it should be fun.

Okay I am going to leave you with a Cam picture of me just thinking of whether I should do grilled or baked chicken. lol

Before I forget Andy (AMGLITE) will be having me as Goddess of the month for June. Thanks Andy!

I want to say a HUGE thank you to some people that generously donated to my site Every little bit helps me out so much with my competition expenses.
It really means a lot to me. I have had so much support and positive feedback from fans and members of my site.

Don't forget to keep up with me in my ROAD TO USAS at

http://www.siouxcountry.com/showthread.php?t=253

Yesterday I went bowling and had a great time. Everybody seemed surprised to see a bodybuilder bowl. LOL. I have to be honest at first I really bowled bad. I then was determined to fight back and give it my best. I finally got a feel or rhythm going. The second game I got 2 strikes YEAH!!! Even though I didn't get a good score I still gave it all I got. I haven't bowled since I was 11 yrs old. LOL

Now I am on a mission. I am not a food eating champ by far but I did do a 48 oz steak challenge in 20 mins. I want to attempt to do another food challenge and video tape it. haha. I have a bigger appetite than my boyfriend so I can't compete against him lol. I thought about doing a challenge with McDonald's cheeseburgers. I was hoping there was a place where I can go in Indianapolis or Terre Haute, Indiana where I could do a food challenge. But I think I am out of luck. Sam's Steakhouse is the only one I know of. Any suggestions.

I also would like to hear suggestions on video clips and photos that you would like to see on the website. I am always open to new things. I like to get Davids feedback on things so we will both look at the suggestions together. You can send your suggestions to isabelleturell@hotmail.com

I also want to thank my boyfriend David for taking the time from his busy schedule and helping me out with taking photos and video for my website. he has done some fantastic work.

We are moving into our brand new apartment this week. I am so excited as it is so beautiful and top of the line. I admit I am not looking forward to moving as its just me and David doing the moving. ha ha. This should be really interesting. :) I think I may have to play sick that day.

You know David is an amazing person, and in my eyes he is the most amazing person in the world. I can't describe what I feel inside as there are no words for it. But He makes me very very happy. I am truly blessed to have found the love of my life.

Alright enough mushy talk....lol

I am back to my old self doing the hardcore training, and giving it all I got. I feel great and I am smooth sailing.