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Firstly vitamins are a big thing for me and I trust USANA’s products as they fuel my body with optimal amount of energy.” I’m a big fan of carbohydrates that are low in GI, simply because they provide sustained energy for training. I’m not a massive meat eater so my proteins come predominantly from chicken and USANA soy max protein supplement. “But it’s all about balance the body craves sugar so I allow myself a cheat meal here and there as long as I’ve got that correct balance.” When asked what advice she would give to go young athletes to guide them onto their path to success she offers: “Nothing comes easy or fast. Sometimes people have a gradual incline regarding completions and progression into elite training. Mine certainly wasn’t. I excelled as a junior then suffered a few injuries that put a massive decline in my progression. If you stick at it and follow your heart, you can achieve anything. Remember ‘what the mind believes the body achieves’. If you work hard and believe you can be the best then you’ll do it. Hard work beats natural talent every time. Hard work, determination, an unwavering support network, and a healthy and balanced diet crafted Brianna Beahan into the woman she is today, a Commonwealth Games ranking athlete who is but .17 seconds away from her Olympic dream.