Juliana Morehouse, Miss Maine USA 2023, is a resident of Portland, ME. She is pursuing her Masters of Arts in Theological Studies at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She is an alumna of the College of Charleston where she earned a BA in Communication with a minor in English. During her time at the College of Charleston, she was a dean’s list student and a president’s list student. She was inducted into a national communication honor society, Lambda Pi Eta National Communication Association.
In high school, she served as the fundraising chair and student body president. In college, she served as a Vice President on the executive council of her chapter of Kappa Delta Sorority. In pursuit of learning self-defense skills, she earned her black belt in Taekwondo.
Juliana is passionate about raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease because her family has been personally impacted by it. She serves as a Community Educator for the Alzheimer’s Association by traveling around the state delivering presentations on what the disease is and how to prevent it.
Juliana plans to work with the Alzheimer’s Association on an even larger scale. Alzheimer’s disease is the 6th leading cause of death in America, and she wants to play a role in finding the cure. In addition, she wants to use what she is learning in her graduate program to speak to women across the state about what it means to live an impactful, fulfilled life.
Women Fitness President Ms. Namita Nayyar catches up with Juliana Morehouse an exceptionally talented, Miss Maine USA 2023, and here she talks about her fitness routine, her diet, her beauty secrets and advice beauty pageant aspirants.
Namita Nayyar:
It is a dream for an individual to win a state beauty pageant, you were crowned Miss Maine 2023. Tell us more about this spectacular achievement of yours.
Juliana Morehouse:
For me, being a pageant titleholder is a great privilege. The pageant world is this network of elite women that I am proud to be a part of. Being Miss Maine USA is a goal I have been working towards since I was about 15 years old.
My mom was my initial inspiration for jumping into the pageant world because she was Miss North Carolina USA in 1994 and went on to place second runner up at Miss USA. Being Miss North Carolina USA transformed her life.
It launched her career in television news; it catapulted her into the National Speakers Association; and it provided her with a vast network of successful women. From an early age, I decided I wanted to have those same opportunities as my mom. I competed in my first pageant at age 16. I placed third runner up, and from then I was hooked. Not only was I mesmerized by the glamor of the pageant world, but I was intrigued by the significant personal growth that comes with preparing for the competition.
Namita Nayyar:
What exercises comprise your fitness regime or workout routine you may wish to share?
Juliana Morehouse:
My trainer, Angelo Frasier, gives me workouts to complete. In addition, I LOVE going to all different types of workout classes. I like cycling, barre, Pilates, and HITT. I’ll try just about any class to switch things up. I’m also a big fan of going on long walks to get some exercise.
Namita Nayyar:
How do you train your abs? One secret to your toned body.
Juliana Morehouse:
The secret to a toned body is a good diet and consistency with exercise.
Namita Nayyar:
Do you take a special diet or have a strict menu that you follow to remain healthy and physically fit?
Juliana Morehouse:
My trainer, Angelo Frasier, has helped me find a diet that works for me. I eat a balanced diet of protein, veggies, healthy fats, healthy carbs, and the occasional sweet treat!
Namita Nayyar:
Five foods you absolutely love.
Juliana Morehouse:
- Avocado Toast
- Sweet Potatoes
- Mussels
- Pasta
- Crumble Cookies
Namita Nayyar:
You have glowing skin and gorgeous hair. Share with us your hair care and skincare routine.
Juliana Morehouse:
I have incredible sponsors to help me with my skin and my hair throughout my year as Miss Maine USA. For my skin, I have Maine Plastic Surgery. They provide me with diamond glow facials and minor chemical peels regularly.
They also provide me with incredible products for my skin. I use ZO Skin Health, Skin Medica, and Rhode. For my hair, I have Salon Mario Russo in Boston. Sal Malafronte cuts my hair, and he has been voted the best haircut in Boston!
Namita Nayyar:
Five athletic leisure brands you love to wear.
Juliana Morehouse:
- Alo Yoga
- Fabletics
- Lululemon
- Booty by Brabants
- Old Navy
Namita Nayyar:
Five travel destinations on your wish list.
Juliana Morehouse:
- Lake Como, Italy
- Florence, Italy
- Paris, France
- Antigua
- Sicily, Italy
Namita Nayyar:
During the Covid pandemic what was your fitness routine? Tell us more about such a routine to remain fit in challenging times.
Juliana Morehouse:
During the Pandemic, I did a lot of at home workouts with my younger siblings. We also loved going on group runs with our dog.
Namita Nayyar:
You have done bold photo shoots on your Instagram handle @missmeusa. How are you are so body confident and advice to your compatriots?
Juliana Morehouse:
I think it’s important to know that I am not body confident all the time. I have my moments of insecurity just like everyone else does, so my biggest piece of advice is to give yourself grace in those moments.
Namita Nayyar:
Your idea of a perfect date?
Juliana Morehouse:
My perfect date is a beautiful sunset boat ride followed by a dinner with a beautiful view.
Namita Nayyar:
Advice and motivational words to the inspiring beauty pageant competing girls, who all are your fans and shall like to know from you about their climb to the ladder of success in the field of beauty pageants?
Juliana Morehouse:
The majority of the time, the path to our goals is not linear. I am a planner, and I like to have an idea of what is coming next. But, pursuing this goal taught me that plans typically do not play out exactly how we imagined.
If you are a young person pursuing a goal right now, do not feel discouraged if you keep hitting roadblocks or your current circumstances are not how you’d imagined they would be. My failures along the way have sharpened me as a leader, and they have made me more grateful for the opportunity to be Miss Maine USA.
Here are five things to remember when pursuing your goal:
- The journey can be just as fun as achieving the goal.
- It doesn’t matter if other people fail to believe in your vision.
- Fostering good relationships is essential when pursuing success.
- Believing in yourself is sustained through your actions because you won’t feel confident And assured all the time.
- And lastly, it doesn’t hurt to ask—the worst they can say is “no.”
Namita Nayyar:
You work for the Alzheimer’s Association. Tell us your personal experience with Alzheimer’s? Elaborate on this endeavor of yours of giving back to society.
Juliana Morehouse:
I am passionate about finding a cure for Alzheimer’s disease because it has impacted me personally. When I was a child, my grandmother and my aunt had Alzheimer’s disease at the same time and lived in my home while they were sick. I saw not only how it impacted them as victims of the disease, but also what a toll it took on my mom and grandfather as their caregivers.
I want other people to understand that Alzheimer’s disease is not just forgetfulness. But rather, it is an aggressive, traumatizing disease. We have so much wisdom to gain from the older generation, and I want this disease to stop robbing us of this opportunity.
Juliana Morehouse Social Media Presence
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missmeusa/
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