Natalie Lynn is a personal trainer and fitness model. We caught up with her to get her thoughts on fitness, health, and fitness modeling.
Natalie, you’re an accomplished fitness model and fitness professional, can you tell us how you decided on this career path?
I’ve always loved modeling…and my Mom had me sitting on her feet while she did sit ups when I was like two…so it’s just been a lifelong thing! I have vintage magazines with Christie Brinkley, Cameron Diaz, etc. Those were the days!
Are you more focused on the modeling or personal training side of things right now?
I’m always more focused on the modeling side of things. It is my passion. I am also a Laboratory Scientist specializing in Viruses and Molecular Pathology. Personal Training is my third job. I love seeing people making positive changes in their lives and it’s a part of my life I cannot live without.
Are you taking new clients?
Yes
Many of our visitors ask about the best way to get started on a fitness routine. Do you have any advice?
It has to be a part of your daily routine, scheduled and not a maybe thing. I schedule my life around my workouts unless I absolutely can’t. I find it is extremely better for me to fit my workout in first thing in the morning before I start the rest of my day. I am fresh with energy then, and leave ready to conquer and create the day.
What do you feel is more important, diet or the actual workout?
Diet always comes first! Working out enhances a healthy lifestyle.
Do you recommend that your clients take any supplements? Protein shakes? Creatine? Or just healthy eating and lots of water?
I only recommend healthy, clean eating that is all natural, whole and pure. These low fat and low carb products wreak havoc with our systems yet people get so sold on them. They are really not healthy for you. Eating smaller, more frequent clean meals will leave you feeling great!
Fittron recently attended a fitness modeling casting even here in New York. One of the professionals on the site invited us and we spoke with a number of aspiring models and industry veterans. Do you have any advice for them? Can they make a good living as a fitness model?
LOL. You can make better money as a fitness model if you are willing to go beyond print work which pays little. Infomercials, voiceovers, stunt modeling, etc. are better ways to pay the bills!
What type of fitness modeling work are you focusing on now? Are you repping any products?
I’ve been doing a bunch of stuff including commercial/print and advertising. I’m repping Biopharm Nutrition currently amongst other products.
Are you doing any fitness competitions in the near future?
I have a line up of shows that I am doing…both local and national…can’t wait!
Generally, how long should a person work out for?
However long you can handle to get it done…but definitely I would say no longer than 2 hours in the gym!
How many times a week do you work out now?
I do SOMETHING everyday…it’s just a part of my everyday routine.
Do you have a strict diet? Any cheat foods?
I do have a strict diet. My cheat food would be fat free cheese. It’s processed and salty so in my opinion, unhealthy. Now…if I really indulge in a good time, it’s deep dish Chicago pizza for me. I do love food!
You’re also an environmentalist. Can you tell us a little about that?
I do local conservation work in my area and am a strong supporter of the World Wildlife Fund and hope to also work with them one day. I am a BIG advocate of recycling and work to inspire others while finding better ways of conserving and reusing. I also have a molecular (DNA) scientific background which I hope to use working with Dr. Betsy Dresser of the Audubon Society. She is using DNA technology to preserve and maintain endangered wildlife.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
I only focus on today while having year-goals for myself. I have no idea what my life will even be like that far up ahead! LOL!