To get into shape, there are huge demands and like any solo sport, it can be a lonely existence to ensure all boxes are ticked.
“You have to get your steps done, have your meals at specific times of the day no matter what is happening,” Rhianna continued.
“Then there is the training, cardio and ensure you get enough sleep to recover, so it is very demanding.”
As with any completive athlete, it’s not just time and effort that is required, but a financial commitment towards a chosen pursuit with travel, accommodation, competition fees and preparation all adding up.
Donal and Rhianna had worked as self-employed Personal Trainers, but the offset of Covid-19 and the subsequent lockdown meant they had no source of income.
However, through hard graft, they have managed to one their own gym, based on Boucher Road, called Headquarters Belfast.
That brings a wage, but there is still a way to go in terms of ensuring they have enough in the pot to not only do themselves justice in Denmark, but get there.
A Gofundme page has been set up where they hope the local community will rally behind them with any extra money raised pledged to local charities.
“They have been on prep from April for these shows, working day-in and day-out to get into shape and stage-lean condition so they are competitive,” Rhianna explained.
“It takes a lot of dedication and time, but also a lot of money because we have had to travel to Cork and Wexford, then pay for your entry fees, tan, plus membership to be allowed to compete. That’s all before you’ve paid for coaching and food.”
You can contribute to their journey via their Gofundme or follow their progress on Instagram: Headquartersbelfast; Coachdonal_; Finnhealy_coach; plus the Full Timers YouTube channel.
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