Abigail Nalbandian
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What’s your favorite body part to train?
Most favorite is back, with shoulders being a very close second. I wanted to do Figure but was always hesitant to even mention it to my coach because I did not think it was possible (due to the fact I always had very small upper body). Finally after my first NPC Bikini show I mentioned it and she changed my lifting routines. I loved the challenge and started lifting HEAVY on back and shoulder days. Then, one day I woke up and I noticed my lats. I had wings! It was as if I grew overnight. This motivated me even more to keep pushing and keep growing.
What’s the most comical or unusual comment someone has made to you? How did you deal with it? A couple of times I was told I look like Jennifer Love Hewitt. Honestly, I don’t see it. But I think she is gorgeous so I smile and say thank you.
Do you use a coach or nutritionist and how have they impacted your journey?
Yes. I am a Bombshell Fitness (BSF) athlete and my coach is the amazing Gennifer Strobo. I joined the team shortly after I embarked on my journey to become fit, and I don’t think I would be where I am today (physically and emotionally) if it wasn’t for this wonderful group of empowering and supporting women. A big contributor to such a positive experience working with team BSF is the sisterhood and friendships formed among members. I made wonderful friends from all over the world within the BSF community and my days would be very different without them.
Favorite non-athletic activity? Spending time with my husband and our two goofy dogs. We both work long hours so the little time we have to spend together is precious.
Stats: - Height: 5’ 3” -Weight: 120lbs Measurements: chest 34”, waist 24”, hips 31”
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