Yolanda R Hughes-Heying was born on October 30,1963 and is an American professional female bodybuilder from the United States.
14 Facts About Yolanda Hughes-Heying
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Yolanda Hughes-Heying was raised by her grandmother and was one of five children.
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Yolanda Hughes-Heying's grandmother wanted her to pursue her interest in gymnastics.
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Yolanda Hughes-Heying pursued gymnastics by training and competing both in local and state competitions.
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In 1981, after graduating high school, Yolanda Hughes-Heying was accepted with full scholarship to Western Kentucky University, where she continued her pursuit of both track and gymnastics.
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Yolanda Hughes-Heying was at first hesitant since her first love was track and gymnastics, she had not seen herself competing in the realm of women's bodybuilding.
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In 1982, Yolanda Hughes-Heying went to California in support of her family, where she enrolled at Saddleback College.
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Yolanda Hughes-Heying walked onto the track team and after exhibiting her skill level received a partial scholarship in pursuit of her education.
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In 1984, after finding that her scholarship had run out and with the pressures of additional family commitments Yolanda Hughes-Heying faced a tough decision to leave her pursuit of academics and focus on her athletic abilities.
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Yolanda Hughes-Heying began her rigorous training at the San Clemente Gym where she received substantial support and encouragement from the gym regulars.
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Yolanda Hughes-Heying was about the only African American amongst the community.
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Yolanda Hughes-Heying brought many contributions to the community including the introduction of aerobics in the gym environment.
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Yolanda Hughes-Heying earned her pro card by winning the World Amateur championship in 1992.
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Yolanda Hughes-Heying would be featured in covers and stories in such publications as Muscle And Fitness, Flex, Female Bodybuilding, and Muscular Development.