WBFF Pro & Fitness Model Brittany Coutu Talks With Simplyshredded.com

Quick stats:

Age: 27
Height: 5’2″ – 158 cm
Weight: 121 lbs. – 55 kg

How did you get started with bodybuilding?

In 2008 I graduated college and I was in that young-adult, coming-of-age mode where I was still trying to figure out who I was and what I wanted to do with my life. After a breakup I was left feeling stagnant at a time when I expected to be constantly moving. Someone suggested that I try fitness competitions so I threw myself in head-first. I learned how to sculpt my body rather than just train my muscles. I changed my diet and I learned how to walk and pose for the stage.

Fitness became my new outlet and I loved every part of it. Now I’m a WBFF Pro and a sponsored athlete. I think it’s fair to say I’m over that breakup.

Photography: David Aboody

Where does your motivation come from?

My motivation started at a young age coming from a family of athletes. After graduating high school I went on to compete in the NCAA Gymnastics Collegiate World. The feeling of accomplishing goals became an addiction. Now the motivation comes from the love and feedback that I receive from not only loved ones but from my fans. I am always striving to bring in an improved and healthier package each year.

I want to make a difference in the world and help reach out to as many people in need.

What workout routine has worked best for you?

This year I have noticed that lifting moderate weight and higher reps focusing on 100% proper form has given me immense gains. The following is a one of my favorite routines.

Full Routine:

Monday: Legs

Good Mornings 4×20
Lying Leg Curl 4×15
Leg Curls with Ball 4×20
Cable Kick Backs 4×20
Dumbbell Straight Leg Deadlift 4×20
20 Minute Ab Routine

Tuesday: Chest/cardio

Bench Press 3×15
Incline Dumbbell Press 3×15
Cable Fly’s 5×15
Pushups 3×12
Chest Dips 4×15
HIIT Cardio – Dance Studio

Wednesday: Arms/abs

Dumbbell Curls 4×15
Dumbbell Kickbacks 4×15
Barbell Preacher Curls 3×15
Barbell Skull Crushers 3×15
One Arm Cable Curls 4×12
Tricep Push Downs with Rope 4×20
20 Minute Ab Routine

Thursday: Back/abs

Cable Pull Down 4×15
Seated Rows 4×20
Bent Over Barbell Rows 4×15
Pullups 4×10
20 Minute Ab Routine

Friday: Shoulders/Calves/Cardio

Arnold Press 4×20
Barbell Upright Rows 4×20
Rear Lateral Raises 4×20
Barbell Behind The Neck Presses 4×15
Smith Standing Calf Raises 4×20
Weighted Donkey Calf Raises 4×20
HIIT Cardio – Dance Studio

Saturday: Legs/cardio

Walking Lunges 4×12
Front Squats 4×15
Full Squats 5×12
Leg Extensions 5×12
Leg Press 4×15
HIIT Cardio – Dance Studio

Sunday: Day Off

Recovery

If you had to pick only 3 exercises, what would they be and why?

Squats: Multi-purpose activity that helps to tighten your booty, core and of course your legs.
Arnold Press: Love how these hit the front and side delts.
Hanging Leg Raises: Best abdominal exercise by far.