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Tonya Knight

Full Name: Tonya Knight

Date of Birth: March 24, 1966

Nationality: American

Profession: Professional Bodybuilder

Height: 5'8" (172.5cm)

Weight: 155 - 165lbs (70.3 - 74.8kg)

Era: 1980, 1990

Major Achievements: 1st place at 1991 Ms. International, 1st place at 1991 IFBB Grand Prix Italy, Inducted into the IFBB Hall of Fame in 2011

Training Philosophy: Combined weights with cardio, trained for low body fat year-round

Favorite Exercises: Bike cycling, squats, deadlifts

Nutrition Philosophy: High protein intake with lean sources, lower glycemic index carbohydrates, and healthy fats

Influences: Rachel McLish

Quote: "Every goal requires action for it to become a reality."

Contests

YearNameCategoryResult
1984USA Championships - NPCLight-HeavyWeight11th
1985USA Championships - NPCHeavyWeight6th
1986USA Championships - NPCHeavyWeight4th
1988Olympia - IFBB4th
1988World Pro Championships - IFBB5th
1989Ms International - IFBBDisqualified
1991Grand Prix Italy - IFBBWinner
1991Ms International - IFBBWinner
1992Ms International - IFBB6th
1993Jan Tana Pro Classic - IFBB3rd

Magazines

YearMonthEditionName
1988AugustNum 76Muscle Mag International
1988OctoberNum 146Muscle Training Illustrated
1989JuneVol 48, Num 6IronMan
1989JuneVol 26, Num 6Muscular Development
1989SeptemberNum 17Female Bodybuilding
1989SeptemberVol 50, Num 9Muscle and Fitness
1990MarchNum 94Muscle Mag International
1990SeptemberVol 27, Num 9Muscular Development
1990OctoberNum 101Muscle Mag International
1991JuneVol 28, Num 6Muscular Development
1991JulyVol 50, Num 7IronMan
1991JulyNum 109Muscle Mag International
1991AugustVol 9, Num 6Flex
1993JanuaryVol 52, Num 1IronMan
1994FebruaryVol 11, Num 12Flex

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