Rose Brownridge balances family, career, and bodybuilding

by Lucille Nolasco

From queen of the house to champion athlete, Rose Brownridge’s patience and dedication pays off.

Forty-year-old Brownridge competed in her very first World Natural Bodybuilding Federation (WNBF-Winnipeg) competition on June 13 at the Manitoba Theatre for Young People.

“I started my fitness journey again at 39 after having my kids and going through my 30’s focused fully on my family and career (as an occupational therapist). It led me to a community of strong women and eventually to the WNBF stage,” says Brownridge.

Her training and discipline paid off when she placed first in the Bikini Debut Category, second place in the Open Bikini Short Category and third place in the Master (40+) Bikini Category. With her accomplishments, she has now qualified to compete at the National WNBF in Calgary in October.

Brownridge is grateful and credits the support of her family, friends and her training community for her success. As well as the Filipino values of resilience and discipline in attaining success.

During her radio interview on CKJS Afternoon Pasada with Lucille, Brownridge shared that despite the challenges of balancing family life, career and now her newfound passion, her transformation journey proves that it’s never too late to reclaim your health, confidence and strength with the right support.