Black Women Bodybuilding Presents: Whitney Jacobs
Tell us about yourself
- Name Whitney Jacobs
- Age 29
- Height 5’5
- Weight 150
- Occupation: EMR consultant
Give us a brief backstory on how you got started on your fitness journey/lifestyle.
(Whitney) My dad was always active in health and wellness so I was brought up in it. I was raised always having a weight room in our house.
What struggle did you run into getting started or staying motivated to continue towards your goals?
(Whitney) After graduating college, I still had that drive to compete because I had competed in athletics my entire life. Growing up in sports, that was your reason and way of working out so I had to rethink about the ways and reasons to work out.
What advice do you have for those struggling with motivation to reach their goals or continue with a healthy lifestyle?
(Whitney) Grab a friend! Friends help give yo the accountability and encouragement that we need when we feel like we’re lacking it ourselves.
What is your approach to Diet/Nutrition and the role it plays in reaching your goals?
(Whitney) I try to eat organic and unprocessed food! I love going to local farmer’s markets to get fresh food! We have to think about how we approach and understand the connection between the food we eat and how our body functions.
What is a typical day of eating like for you?
(Whitney) I always drink a glass of water with apple cider vinegar within ten minutes of waking up. I will usually make a smoothie (spinach, kale, flax seed, turmeric, fruit) and eggs. My meals consist of a portion of a protein source (meat, fish, chicken, lentils), lots of vegetables, and I snack on nuts and fruit throughout the day. I truly believe it’s about what we eat and not always how much we eat. Eating the right things is vitally important.
What is your training schedule like and how do you split your workouts?
(Whitney)
Monday-legs
Tuesday-back
Wednesday-shoulders
Thursday-legs
friday-arms/chest
My cardio varies from running, biking, stairmaster, swimming, roller blading, playing basketball
Favorite body part to train?
(Whitney) Legs!
Example workout:
leg extensions
leg curls
leg press
Single leg rdl superset with curtsy squat
TRX bulgarian split squat superset with jump squats
cable kick backs
cable pull throughs
Can we get a sample of your workout playlist?
(Whitney)
Until I pass out—Uncle Reece
Joyful Joyful—Lauryn Hill
Nobody—Tye Tribbett
Stomp remix—Kirk franklin
I can’t help myself—Uncle Reece
Higher—William Murphy
1-2 Victory check—Tye Tribbett
It’s Working—William Murphy
God’s Got a Blessing—Norman Hutchins
Hold up the Light—Bebe & CeCe Winans
Long as I Got king Jesus—Vickie Winans
The Anthem—Jesus Culture
Freedom—Eddie James
Mighty Long Way—Tye Tribbett
Hallelujah Praise—CeCe Winans
Jesus be a Fence—Fred Hammond
Do you take any supplements? If so what do you take?
(Whitney) Plant based protein powder, multi-vitamin
What are your staple fitness products for you?
(Whitney) Versa loop bands, foam roller
Favorite food/Cheat meal?
(Whitney) Dark Chocolate
One interesting fact about you?
(Whitney) I’m an avid animal lover!
For information on whats new with Whitney check out her IG page @FreedomFitness1