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Whitley Davies is one of the most DetermineD young people you Will ever meet.

- John Plummer

Whitley Davies is not your average young adult. She can deadlift double her weight and stick to a strict contest diet for several months without cheating. This dedication helped Davies, 22, become British champion in the junior bikini fitness division in October.

FLEX: What’s it like being a British champion?

Whitley Davies: It still feels so surreal. Little old me, British champion! I can’t even explain how it feels to have your work recognised and be rewarded with such a title.

How did you get into bodybuilding?

Before I competed, I was already living the lifestyle—my training and nutrition were on point and I was focused and disciplined. I enjoy learning about my body, researching and expanding my knowledge on training and nutrition, and am fascinated by the changes I can make to my physique.

How did this develop into competing?

When I went through something terrible in my home life in early 2015, I decided to take the plunge. I attended a UKBFF seminar and posing workshop and, six weeks later, stepped on stage for my first show. I ended up placing second with an invite to the British finals. From then on, I was hooked.

Is it difficult to stay disciplined at such a young age?