Athlete Name: Donisha Santiago-Anderson
Pro Division: Women’s Physique
Where did you earn your Pro status?
2020 NFF Alamo Showdown
Where do you plan to make your Pro debut?
NFF Lone Star Muscle Mayhem
Tell us a little about yourself….
I am an wife and mother (of 5 daughters). Empowering and being supportive of others is very important to me. As a former high school and collegiate athlete, I find that my competition spirit is the catalyst for my work ethic in all aspects of my life.
How did you get started with bodybuilding?
Needed a way to keep me focused and disciplined and cater to the athlete in me. Bodybuilding fired on all cylinders!
Where does your motivation come from?
I am self motivated, but family keeps me pushing.
What are some of your greatest achievements?
Earning a seat on the executive team when one didn’t exist. I always put 110% into everything that I do.
What is your current training philosophy?
Nothing works unless you do! There is no such thing as fairy magic.
What are 3 tips you would give to someone trying to reach their goal physique?
- Be easy on yourself
- Stay consistent and work the plan
- Work hard even if it brings a few tears
What is your diet like? And does it differ on-season v. off-season?
I eat clean and eat often during on season the staples are the same as everyone else…oatmeal, protein powder, fish, chicken, eggs/egg whites, lean red meat, rice, low carb whole grains and green veggies, peanut butter. Off season, I enjoy everything in moderation and stay within my macros.
When trying to cut down what type of cardio do you do and why?
Running and the stairmaster because it cuts the fat and burns the most calories. I am a former track athlete so running is therapeutic as well as a means to achieve my goals.
What is your next goal?
Kicking off those heels and crossing over from Figure to Women’s Physique.
What’s your Favorite Quote?
You are the master of your own destiny.
Social Media:
Instagram: @doethebuilder
Facebook: Donisha Plair Lacy
LinkedIn: Donisha Santiago-Anderson
Photo Credit: Santos Rivera
IG: @soffitography
