Lacey Lynn Interview

MP: What propels your passion for the fitness industry?

Lacey: Waking up every day to cross one of my goals off my list. There is alot left I want to accomplish. It keeps me motivated.

MP: You are a personal trainer. How do you promote your business and find clients? Also, what are the basic tenets that you preach to your clients?

Lacey: The best way to promote yourself is yourself. I feel like I am a walking billboard for health and fitness. I believe in leading by example.

MP: How did you fall into modeling?

Lacey: I seriously dont know ha ha ... A year ago I had my first shoot and everything just fell into place . At the same time I do consider myself a business and believe im taking the right steps towards my goals in all aspects of the fitness industry.

MP: Who has been most influential in your career?

Lacey: I couldn't give that recognition to just one person. I find my inspiration from big names in the fitness industry to my clients who have struggles to take off the weight . To the 45 year old mother with killer abs. No excuses!

MP: What was the best modeling experience you’ve ever been a part of?

Lacey: I would have to say my first shoot with Wendy from Satio she gave me the confidence to be myself in front of the camera ... I have shot with her several times and she has become one of my closest friends.

MP: You have a unique look with both your facial expressions to body language. Is this something that you practiced or did it come natural?

Lacey: Natural. I think of it as acting . However I do feel like I get better and better with every shoot I learn something new every shoot from the people I work with . .

MP: You look very comfortable in all of your pictures. Does it become even more difficult to pose the less clothing you have on?

Lacey: No I'm very comfortable in my own skin but I do bring a certain personality to the photo depending on what I'm wearing.

MP: How do you promote yourself in the modeling industry to get job offers?

Lacey: I don't sit around and wait for it to fall in my lap. I see opportunities and I try to choose whats right for me. At the same time I have to stay true to myself. That's why I will never shoot nude. I know its close but I do have limits out of respect for myself and my family.

MP: How strict is the modeling industry in terms of the height and weight requirements? Is there much flexibility in this regard?

Lacey: In the fitness industry height is not an issue. However you can limit yourself by the amount of muscle you develop .. I try to keep a feminine fit figure with out going over the top.

MP: Considering you’re a star model in this industry being featured in dozens of magazines, you’re obviously looked up to by many people. Who do you look up to?

Lacey: I would have to say Jamie Eason. The first time I saw her in a magazine I thought we could be sisters. Then when I met her I was amazed how down to earth and sweet she was to her fans. I try to answer everyone back. I spend hours on the computer but its worth it. It means a lot for people to get fitness advice and also for people to relate to you. I'm just a normal person like every one else. I want people to see that I love what I do and want to pass on my knowledge to every one so that they can live a healthier and happier life.

MP: You have an absolutely incredible midsection. How do you develop your abs with such detail?

Lacey: Diet Diet Diet. I eat a very clean diet. Also good genetics I have had a defined tummy since I was 13.

MP: What are your top 5 training tips?

Lacey: 1) Don't be afraid of heavy weights. 2) Train with a partner if you can. 3) Always be changing your workouts. 4) Old school training will always be new school; I don't believe in fads. 5) Do something you enjoy and continue to do the rest of your life.

MP: A lot of people have trouble developing their lower abs. You seem to have no trouble.

Lacey: Abs are connected; however I think people tend to hold more body fat in the lower section. Also, diet and cardio is key.

MP: How have you overcome this general trouble spot?

Lacey: Again staying consistent with my diet and training is so important. I didn't get to where I am overnight. I have trained for over 10 years. Never give up; it doesn't come easy but definitely worth it.

MP: So you can train until you’re blue in the head, but it’s all about nutrition. What are your top 5 fat loss nutritional tips?

Lacey: 1) Eat often. 2) Eat small meals. 3) Eat enough protein. 4) Change your lifestyle. I use the word diet often but I prefer to use a clean lifestyle. 5) Don't go to the store hungry. If its not in your house your less likely to eat it.

MP: A lot of woman who lose a lot of weight in an effort to drop their body fat levels also lose their sexy, indispensable curves. How do you maintain such incredible measurements while staying so lean?

Lacey: I'm big on glute exercises My glutes have taken a few years to shape how I want them but I feel like I have been able to create my curves by building muscle .

MP: Obviously you have a life outside of fitness as well. Tell our readers how fitness does not have to interfere with the fun activities they still want to enjoy. What are some hobbies that you enjoy in particular?

Lacey: I would be lying if I said this industry doesn't take up most of my time . However I do what I love. I do still try to have some sort of balance that means movie nights with the girls and making sure to call my mother. As well as have dates at the gym, haha. Some of my hobbies are traveling, which the industry has allowed me to do that alot. I also love summer so anything in the sun makes me happy. I think I'm solar powered.

MP: What is your favorite car?

Lacey: Funny you should ask. Before I was a trainer I sold cars. My favorite would have to be a Cadillac XLR.

MP: What are your favorite clean and cheat meal foods?

Lacey: Favorite cheat meal is pizza for sure. My favorite clean is oatmeal.

MP: What is the best way a man can approach you to stoke your interest?

Lacey: Confidence. It is so hard to meet a guy that can handle my traveling and modeling half naked, haha. I have been lucky enough to find just that. It does help he is in the industry as well. Nothing sexier than a man comfortable in his own skin.

MP: What is your ideal date?

Lacey: dinner with my man and my friends since I don't get to see either of them enough as I would like. I love just laughing and spending time with the people who support me the most.

MP: What are your future goals and who would you like to thank?

Lacey: I plan on getting my pro card. I also hope to one day see myself on the cover of Oxygen. I have crossed allot of goals off my list this year has been a whirlwind, but my biggest goal is to have a family. Magazines collect dust however I believe when I look back at my life I will have a lot to be proud in the fitness industry and happy healthy children. That's for you mom. I definitely want to thank my mom. I come from a Conservative background and lets just say my photos are less then Conservative. However my mom is so proud of me. She knows how hard I have worked and she respects what I do. She is a huge inspiration to me I have learned to be strong and go for what I want because I was raised by a good mother. I hope to raise my kids the same way.