I have twin daughters that are 4 1/2 as well as a 2 1/2 year old son. My daughters love to workout with me and they are always making sure we are eating healthy foods! I love it! They know that I am training for a figure competition. I have showed them what it means and what I have to do. They are so excited and want to do the competition too!
Today Trista came and told me I need to win the competition. I said, ok but why? She responded, "so you can get a big trophy. Here mommy have this (a sticker of a trophy) so you don't forget what you are going to get!" I love it!
She said I need to make sure to eat healthy and do my workouts and then I will win! I am going to bust my butt so I can bring home a big trophy for my daughter!
I want to be the role model she looks up to!
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Friday, January 7, 2011
Thursday, January 6, 2011
A New Crowd in the Gym
This is from Jen-Fit-training.blogspot.com I had to share! When I read this, I knew exactly what she is talking about! Despite the fact that I just joined a gym, I have already caught myself thinking "most of these people will be gone in a few weeks" or "why don't they get off that machine I want since they are only here for a social time" I am sorry for having those thoughts! Everyone deserves to have the encouragement they need to transform their bodies! I am here to cheer you on! We may not have the same goals, but that is ok! You are making steps towards a healthy life and that is what matters! ~Toni
"It’s January 6th.
It’s the beginning of the year.
5 a.m. 7 a.m. 11 a.m. 3 p.m. It doesn’t matter what the time is. The gym is packed.
The last couple of years I’ve actually complained about the influx of people at the beginning of the year. All the machines are taken. There aren’t any treadmills available. The steppers are a joke. People wandering around aimlessly. Others standing around talking.
This year is no different. Same busyness – only different crowd. New people.
At first I caught myself doing the same thing. Complaining. I wanted my machines (as if I have any more entitlement to them than anybody else). I wanted my stepmill.
But after thinking more about it, I felt guilty. My heart softened. This new crowd was me just a few years ago. They are taking that first step – similar to when I took my first step. It’s that leap of faith that things will be different. New year, new drive, new determination to make a real change. Every single one of those new gym-goers taking my machines are trying to make a positive difference. They are putting themselves out there. They are “fitting it in”, and to that I give huge kudos.
So many people complain they can’t find time for exercise. Their lives are too busy. Too demanding. Too stressful. Every single one of those people at the gym – they were somehow doing it. They were making time. Sure, it probably meant some of them were having to forgo something else in order to be there, but they were doing it. They were making their health and their bodies a priority.
It was with that realization that I somehow felt better about “sharing” my machines. I almost welcomed them. Because really, I want them to be there. I want them to succeed. I want them to feel exhausted when they leave the gym. I want them to feel like they are making and seeing improvements.
I know the percentages are against them. Traditionally most new years resolutions are broken – many times within the first month. I’m hoping against the odds that for most of these strangers and new gym go-ers that that isn’t the case. I want them to beat the odds. I want them to reach their goals – whatever they might be.
I just need to learn to be a bit more patient, allow more time, and explore “other” machines. I need to step outside my comfort zone to allow hopeful success for all.
It’s not my gym. It’s our gym.
Here’s to wishing each and every stranger I see early in the morning positive vibes and the ability to make this new activity they are exploring a permanent and healthy habit.
I'll be cheering you on from that machine over there. **smile** "
"It’s January 6th.
It’s the beginning of the year.
5 a.m. 7 a.m. 11 a.m. 3 p.m. It doesn’t matter what the time is. The gym is packed.
The last couple of years I’ve actually complained about the influx of people at the beginning of the year. All the machines are taken. There aren’t any treadmills available. The steppers are a joke. People wandering around aimlessly. Others standing around talking.
This year is no different. Same busyness – only different crowd. New people.
At first I caught myself doing the same thing. Complaining. I wanted my machines (as if I have any more entitlement to them than anybody else). I wanted my stepmill.
But after thinking more about it, I felt guilty. My heart softened. This new crowd was me just a few years ago. They are taking that first step – similar to when I took my first step. It’s that leap of faith that things will be different. New year, new drive, new determination to make a real change. Every single one of those new gym-goers taking my machines are trying to make a positive difference. They are putting themselves out there. They are “fitting it in”, and to that I give huge kudos.
So many people complain they can’t find time for exercise. Their lives are too busy. Too demanding. Too stressful. Every single one of those people at the gym – they were somehow doing it. They were making time. Sure, it probably meant some of them were having to forgo something else in order to be there, but they were doing it. They were making their health and their bodies a priority.
It was with that realization that I somehow felt better about “sharing” my machines. I almost welcomed them. Because really, I want them to be there. I want them to succeed. I want them to feel exhausted when they leave the gym. I want them to feel like they are making and seeing improvements.
I know the percentages are against them. Traditionally most new years resolutions are broken – many times within the first month. I’m hoping against the odds that for most of these strangers and new gym go-ers that that isn’t the case. I want them to beat the odds. I want them to reach their goals – whatever they might be.
I just need to learn to be a bit more patient, allow more time, and explore “other” machines. I need to step outside my comfort zone to allow hopeful success for all.
It’s not my gym. It’s our gym.
Here’s to wishing each and every stranger I see early in the morning positive vibes and the ability to make this new activity they are exploring a permanent and healthy habit.
I'll be cheering you on from that machine over there. **smile** "
Lean Bodies Start in the Kitchen
This year is off to a great start! I went in and had my body fat done and I am down 2.1% from December 1, 2010. How awesome is that? In preparation for the figure competition I have started a food log. I am using FitDay.com It is great to keep track not only what I am eating but to break down the macro nutrients.
For those of you who don't want to track the macro nutrients, here is a tip for you! Be sure to eat 5 or 6 small meal throughout the day. This will keep your body in burn mode, plus you will not have those blood sugar spikes and crashes! Make sure to include a protein and carbohydrate at each of the small meals. At first you may feel like you are eating alot of food, but in all reality you are just spreading it out over 5 or 6 meals instead of eating fewer large meals. I also encourage you to be sure to drink 12 cups of water per day. You body and skin will thank you!
Here is the breakdown of my daily calorie intake:
Calories 1915
Fat 43 grams
Carbs 192 grams
Protein 192 grams
Eat what they don't, train like they won't and you'll be what they aren't....stay focused!!
For those of you who don't want to track the macro nutrients, here is a tip for you! Be sure to eat 5 or 6 small meal throughout the day. This will keep your body in burn mode, plus you will not have those blood sugar spikes and crashes! Make sure to include a protein and carbohydrate at each of the small meals. At first you may feel like you are eating alot of food, but in all reality you are just spreading it out over 5 or 6 meals instead of eating fewer large meals. I also encourage you to be sure to drink 12 cups of water per day. You body and skin will thank you!
Here is the breakdown of my daily calorie intake:
Calories 1915
Fat 43 grams
Carbs 192 grams
Protein 192 grams
Eat what they don't, train like they won't and you'll be what they aren't....stay focused!!
Friday, September 17, 2010
Don't Talk About It....DO IT!!
I have been wanting to do a Figure Competition for some time now...and I have decided that NOW is my time! I have done a Body Building Competition when I was 18 and placed 2nd. I have decided that since we are not going to be having any more babies right now...why not compete!!! I have my eye on two different competitions. One is in April and the other is in July.
I am seriously in need of some workout equipment since I will be working out from home. If you have anything you would like to get rid of please contact me. I am especially looking for an elliptical and a weight bench with weights. Thanks for your support and stay tuned for my progress along the way!
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