Fitness Model & IFBB Pro Figure Pro Larissa Reis Talks With Simplyshredded.com

How did you get started?

I was born in the Brazilian capital city of Brasilia. I am the only child of two very loving, but strict and demanding, parents who deserve all the credit for helping me to become the women that I am today. From the very beginning a love of sports, competition, and the fitness lifestyle, was a passion of mine.

It’s a passion that continues to burn in me to this day. When combined with my natural athleticism, the fitness lifestyle opened up an amazing door of opportunity for me; the chance to enter into the very prestigious world of Playboy as a featured playmate.

Being a playmate opened up additional doors and my following opportunity, a marketing campaign for a health food supplement store, exposed me to the world of female figure competition. From that moment, my career path began to crystallize.

Where does your motivation come from?

I consider it a blessing that my success as a professional figure competitor has given me the opportunity to represent Nutrex, the leading fitness industry supplement company in the world. Nutrex and the IFBB have given me the opportunity to meet, inspire, and experience many exciting and interesting people. To realize one’s purpose in life is a goal that all successful people aspire to. Though sometimes uncertain, if one follows their heart, positions themselves in a positive environment, and surrounds themselves with good people, the end result will no doubt be a happy and rewarding life.

Always remember to follow your heart, work hard, surround your self with good people, and stay positive. If you incorporate these basic principals into your life you will find that nothing is impossible and that your dreams can become your reality.

What workout routine has worked best for you?

Sample Routine:

Day 1: Shoulders/Abs

Seated Dumbbell Press 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Dumbbell Front Raises 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Low Pulley Lateral Raises 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Reverse Pec Deck (Rear Delts) 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Machine Shoulder Press3 sets, 12-15 reps
Machine Crunches 3 sets, 20-25 reps
Hangning Leg Raises 3 sets, 20-25 reps
Incline Leg Raises 3 sets, 20-25 reps

Day 2: Biceps/Triceps

Dumbell Curls4 sets, 15 reps
Barbell Curls4 sets, 15 reps
Machine Curls4 sets, 15 reps
Push Downs4 sets, 15 reps
Tricep Extensions4 sets, 15 reps
Dips4 sets, 15 reps

Day 3: Legs/Calves

Leg Extensions 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Squats3 sets, 12-15 reps
Leg Press 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Seated Leg Press 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Seated Calf Raises 3 sets, 25 reps
Standing Calf Raises 3 sets, 25 reps

Day 4: Back

Machine Chin-ups 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Lat Pull-Downs 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Seated Rows 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Single Arm Dumbbell Rows 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Back Extensions 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Machine Torso Extensions3 sets, 12-15 reps

Day 5: Chest/Abs

Incline Press3 sets, 12-15 reps
Flat Bench Press3 sets, 12-15 reps
Push-ups 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Cable Crossovers 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Machine Pec Deck Flys 3 sets, 12-15 reps
Machine Crunches 3 sets, 20-25 reps
Hangning Leg Raises 3 sets, 20-25 reps
Incline Leg Raises 3 sets, 20-25 reps

Day 6: Hamstrings/Glutes

Walking Lunges 3 sets, 12-15 each leg
Squats (w/ Legs apart) 3 sets, 12-15 each
Stiff Legged Deadlifts 3 sets, 12-15 each
Lying Leg Curls 3 sets, 12-15 each
Seated Leg Curls 3 sets, 12-15 each
Machine Hip Extensions (Glutes) 3 sets, 12-15
Abductor 3 sets, 12-15 each

**45 minutes of cardio is preformed every morning.

What is your diet like?

Meal #1: Egg Whites, Spinach, 1 1/2 Cups Oatmeal, 1/4 Grapefruit
Meal #2: 4-6 oz Turkey Breast, Spinach
Meal #3: 4-6 oz Bison, Asparagus, 1/2 Sweet Potato
Pre-Workout: 1 Serving (3-Pills) – LIPO-6 Black Hers
Post Workout: 2 Scoops – PRO-GRAM, 1/2 Cup Dry Roasted Almonds
Meal #4: 4-6 oz Chicken Breast, Broccoli
Meal #5: 4-6 oz Tilapia, Green Beans

Other Diet Info:

Seasonings: Balsamic Vinegar, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Nu-Salt, Mrs. Dash, Oregano, and other natural spices.
Drinks: Diet drinks, at least one gallon of water per day, coffee, and tea.
Desserts: Diet Jell-O