Shannon Ford, 35, of Miami, was Miss Florida USA in 2002 and a Dolphins cheerleader in 2001.

For time:

Run 1600 meters
21 Push-Presses (135/95)
Run 800 meters
21 Push-Presses (135/95)
Run 400 meters

 
via Sun Sentinal

Two years ago, Mrs. United States 2011 Shannon Ford was diagnosed with celiac disease, an intestinal disorder triggered by eating gluten. Since then, she has embraced “a paleo lifestyle” that includes eating lean meats, vegetables, fruits and nuts and doing CrossFit, which focuses on functional movements.

Ford, who was Miss Florida USA in 2002 and a Dolphins cheerleader in 2001, took part in the Miami Dolphins Cycling Challenge on Nov. 6. She trained for the event four times a week but didn’t let that interfere with her daily workouts of jogging and doing CrossFit.

Why do you keep fit?

I feel better when I work out, and obviously looking good is part of it. When I was preparing for the pageant, my workouts increased.

Exercise has almost become an addiction and anchors my day. I start off the day working out, and if I miss a day, I feel something is missing. Even on our recent cruise, [my husband and I] worked out every day.

What’s your workout routine?

I’m cycling about three times a week at night, and then a longer ride on the weekends. It’s the same type of training I did