| Fine wine Model
Rialto, CA Latina; making a positive turn in the plus size industry
Voicing my experience to promote health and wellness and to serve as a living proof that anything is possible regardless of your size.
My bio and experience
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I use to be a size 22 and started dropping weight when I found out I had a passion for dancing. I started taking lessons at local dance studio and after a couple of months of dancing I went down to a size 18. After spending an arm and a leg I was still addicted to Salsa and decided to step it up a notch and took private lessons with a Salsa Instructor (let's call him John Doe). He told me I had a lot of potential as a dancer but that I was TOO FAT and I would never be hired or make it in the salsa or entertainment field; by the way that was the 1st time anyone had ever called me FAT (keep in mind I had already dropped to a size 18) Needless to say that even at a size 22 I was still getting my groove and I was as happy as can be.
I continued to loose weight and dropped to a size 10. My weight loss consisted of a lot of cardio by doing what I loved the most "dancing" and a balanced diet. If I craved a hamburger I got it!!! But instead of a Big Mac meal I got a Happy Meal ect..
I got pregnant had a baby and went back to a size 18. After my son turned 1 1/2 years old I was determined to follow my passion "Dancing". I started to drop weight and got back to eating a balanced diet. Yeah I cheated from time to time and I ate something's I shouldn't have LOL so what? I enjoyed it but at a moderate portion; plus I had a temporary excuse "I just had a baby". At the current moment I am a size 12/14 and I am a firm believer that you can eat anything that you want as long as you control your portions.
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2006- I got certified by 24 hour fitness as an aerobic instructor with the purpose of teaching salsa Aerobic.
2006- I volunteered at the world Salsa Congress in Los Angeles for the 1st time.
2006 - Along with a group of college salseros we helped raise money for the Ronald Mc Donald foundation by being part of the walkathon and providing the public with Salsa lessons for a donation.
2006 - I volunteered at the Expose Fashion Show as a runway model.The Expose is a charitable event hosted by the 501 (c)(3) non profit corporation, Help me help u proceeds will benefit youth development projects and community service development of help me help u. This year 2007 I continue to be part of the fashion show and also assist in preparing for all future and upcoming fashion shows.
2006- I volunteered (along with my partner) at a local high school (Upland High school) and choreographed a salsa routine which consisted of training 10 couples who then performed the routine during a school assembly in May of 2006.
It was tough since these kids had no prior experience. I we had to go train them right afterwork. It paid off when I seen them perform, it was the most amazing feeling I had ever experienced and it was very rewarding to see that I made an impact in their live's. Till this day a lot of the students still keep in touch and some continue to dance.
2006- I was hired by The Key Club inside Casino Morongo as a salsa instructor..... (LOL) and guess who was trying to get hired? to make the long story short, " John Doe" did not get the job. Did I mention my size was a sexy curvy 16?
2006- I was hired by a Salsa band known as Alberto Gonzales y su Orquesta Salsa Caliente. I danced with my partner while they performed live at The Highlands in Hollywood for an outdoor event. He is a great supporter and did not hesitate to give me the opportunity to dance during his performance.
Did I mention I was a curvy and sassy size 16?
CONCLUSION
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What I am trying to get across is that even at a size 22; I was still the Marisol I am today, and
even after all the obstacles and challenges; I am a living proof that John Doe's theory about plus sized woman was absolutely incorrect. So when you have a passion or dream...the sky is your limit....... no matter what size you are.... Next time you feel like giving up or you are feeling down, may this encourage you to stand up, put your chin up and follow your dreams...
Want to network for a good cause? Send me a message and lets collaborate
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE
Dalai Lama
"I believe all suffering is caused by ignorance. People inflict pain on others in the selfish pursuit of their happiness or satisfaction. Yet true happiness comes from a sense of peace and contentment, which in turn must be achieved through the cultivation of altruism, of love and compassion, and elimination of ignorance, selfishness, and greed."
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PROFESSIONAL INFO
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Other talents:
| Dancer, Ballroom
Model, Hair
Model, Print / Editorial
Model, Spokesmodel
Model, Glamour | |
Gender:
| Female | |
Accents:
| Spanish | |
Eye Color:
| Dark Brown | |
Height:
| 5 ft.
8 in.
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Weight:
| 178 lbs.
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Physique
| Curvy | |
Languages Spoken:
| Spanish, English | |
Ethnicity:
| Hispanic/Latino | |
Official site:
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Experience:
| 1 to 5 years
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Amateur |
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PERSONAL INFO
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Interests:
| Dancing, Volunteering, music
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Favorite Music:
| I enjoy all kinds of music but amongst my favorite classic Salsa,cha cha
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Favorite Movies:
| Carlitos way,Laberynth, Like water for chocolate
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Favorite Actors:
| Eva Mendez, Bruce WIllins
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Favorite TV shows:
| Dancing with the stars
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People I'd like to meet:
| Anyone who is positive
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Hometown:
| Los Angeles, California
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Sexual Orientation:
| Straight | |
Smoker:
| No | |
Drinker:
| Socially | |
Astrological Sign:
| Capricorn |
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