Dora Rodrigues is a Brazilian fitness coach and IFBB Pro Figure athlete. Now based in USA, Dora holds titles of Miss Universe & Miss World, among many others.
She’s best known for her ability to manipulate her physique and weight. One time, Dora dropped 10lbs of weight in a short space of time by following a specific diet and training routine.
She now uses her example to show everyone, including her fans and clients, that it’s possible to achieve any fitness goal with the right approach.
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Athlete Statistics
| Weight | 145 – 155lbs (65.8 – 70.3kg) |
| Height | 5’3″ (160cm) |
| Age | 43 |
| Date of Birth | June 5, 1981 |
| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Profession | IFBB Figure Pro, Fitness Coach |
| Alias | dorarodrigues81 |
| Era | 2010 |
Accomplishments
- Fitness Coach
- 2-time NABBA Brasil Winner
- Miss World
- 2-time Miss Universe Overall
- 2018 NPC Mel Chancey Figure Class Winner
- 2018 Caribbean Grand Prix Pro Figure Champion
- IFBB Pro Figure
- 2019 Los Angeles Pro Figure – 5th place
- 2019 New York Pro Figure – 10th place
- 2019 Pittsburgh Pro Figure – 12th place
Training
Training For Figure
As a figure athlete, Dora has a quite different approach to training than that of a bikini competitor.
Instead of going for high reps, which most bikini athletes do, she trains at 6-10 rep range to induce muscle growth. This helps her achieve the well-toned and aesthetic physique she’s known for.
Volume in Workouts
In terms of the volume, Dora doesn’t have it the same every workout.
Sometimes she’ll do over 30 sets per workout. But then, she might change it up to do only 15-20 sets – depending on how close she is to the contest date.
If the show is close, then Dora won’t go too high on volume in order to preserve her muscle.
But once the contest is over, she’ll increase her sets and reps to start ‘bulking’.
Favorite Workouts
Dora’s workouts involve a multitude of muscle groups including the quadriceps, glutes, shoulders, chest, back and shoulders. She tends to train every day from Monday to Saturday and has a rest day on Sundays. Her favorite exercise is the squat.
Nutrition
Similarly to her training, Dora’s calories greatly change during the year. When in the ‘off-season,’ she’ll eat a lot of quality food to fuel her physique.
When in the ‘off-season,’ Dora will eat foods such as:
- Oatmeal
- Peanut butter
- Lean meats like chicken, turkey, pork
- Basmati rice
- Green salad
- Avocado
As the contest date comes closer, she reduces the calories from carbs and fats, while increasing those that come from proteins. This way she prevents her body from going catabolic, aka, muscle wasting.
Her pre-competition diet will comprise of foods such as:
- Tilapia
- Chicken
- Basmati rice
- Zuccini
- Asparagus
- Oatmeal
In terms of supplements, Dora likes to take pre-workouts, including a fasting probiotic. As for post-workout, she takes a complex including glutamine and vitamin C to support recovery.
Treats and Off-Days
Dora eats mostly clean and healthy foods. She doesn’t find it hard to eat a strict diet all-year round.
Dora will reward herself with a treat to keep her interest and drive motivation. Her favorite ‘cheat meal’ as such, is a five-cheese pizza and a hamburger.
What we can learn from Dora Rodrigues
Dora Rodrigues motivates both men and women around the globe to get in shape through her awesome example.
She’s a successful figure athlete, and also runs her own personal training businesses. This goes to show the amount of determination and love Dora has for the sport of fitness & bodybuilding.
She’s been a role model for other females from everywhere. Showing that lifting weights won’t make you bulky but will only enhance your natural curves and aesthetics.
Dora continues to push her boundaries, both on and off the stage, inspiring her fans to lead a lifestyle of health, happiness, and prosperity.
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