| Ruby Calabrese |
| birthdate: |
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| when did you start powerlifting: |
| who are your inspirations: |
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| August 10,1982 |
| Bayonne, NJ |
| 2004 |
| My inspirational lifters would be Becca Swanson, Jill Mills, Debi Purcell, Laura Phelps, Rebecca Roberts and Shannon Hartnett. My inspirational non-lifters would be my husband, Timothy and my son, Konstantine. |
| AAU, AAPF |
| 250 squat, 160 bench, 260 deadlift |
| I have worn single ply for my deadlift and squat, belt from Inzer and a pair of Chucks. |
| sum it all up for us: |
| I love being strong bodied, strong minded and an overall healthy person. There is no substitute for good health so I try to be as well rounded as I possibly can. I want my son and husband to be proud of me because of who I am and what I can do. I love being a mom, it is definiately one of the toughest jobs I have ever done, but so rewarding at the same time. |
| weight class: |
| 148 - 181 post baby...LOL |
| highlights: |
| I did my first meet in 2004 for the Military AAU Nationals. I placed first (that felt great). Almost 2 years later I had my son through c-section. I am still breastfeeding, so it has taken it's toll on my body. But, I suck it up, keep my head up and do my best with what I have. During this time I will start to focus on more raw strength. |
| other interests: |
| I am begining Muay Thai training and it is one extremely challenging sport. Besides that, I love to got to metal concerts with hubby, he is my best friend. I also love shooting pool. |
| training locations: |
| Dolphin Fitness Center - Bayonne, NJ |
| future goals: |
| employment: |
| Mom/AF Reservist |
| I have always wanted to get into Olympic Lifting and Strongman training. |
