IPL Pro Danielle Pela Delivers Career Best!
“I did change up my training slightly, backed off of my normal crossfit schedule and focused more on bodybuilding as well as steady state cardio. I also made sure to start practicing my posing at least 6 weeks out.”
Interview & Photography by Ben Yosef
"I wanted to try something different. And it looked fun because the posing is less restrictive compared to the traditional Bikini division..."
BEN YOSEF: So, let’s get into it! First question…what compelled you to give the Bikini Model division a try?
DANIELLE PELA: I wanted to try something different. And it looked fun because the posing is less restrictive compared to the traditional Bikini division, which I had already mastered, so to speak. I saw Bikini Model as a division that was new, where I could be a bit more creative.
"Going back and watching my videos helped me to fine tune my poses."
"I was honestly surprised because I try not to go into a show with the expectation of earning a Pro Card the first time I compete in a new division."
DANIELLE: I was honestly surprised because I try not to go into a show with the expectation of earning a Pro Card the first time I compete in a new division. and I had some really tough competition! Having done 7 or 8 shows now…I’m losing count! [laughs]
"I've always wanted to do that division, and I'm not really sure why I didn't do it sooner...it's beautiful, sexy, fun, and creative!"
About the interviewer:
Ben Yosef
Ben is the Publisher of Natural Bikini Magazine and the President & Founder of the International Physique League.
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