WEEK 25
Last Saturday I had a great morning workout. We did a combination of indoor/outdoor work, which was great because it was hot as heck in both locations! Dre always tells us to “HYDRATE”, especially on days like today. I sometimes have a hard time drinking a ton of water, and this day was no different. I drank a “small” bottled water during class. I met friends an hour later for brunch and had 3 MUGS – not CUPS - MUGS of coffee. Oh … and didn’t drink anymore water. Needless to say, a friend had to drive me home, because I got dehydrated and was dizzy and queasy for the rest of the weekend.
It’s Friday and I’m still feeling a little dizzy, but I’m better. So just remember that it is VITAL – especially during this great, hot, summer we’re having in Chicago - that we replenish our bodies with water. And if you’re really feeling off … Gatorade or Pedialyte is even better, because it replenishes our body with key electrolytes that are depleted during a good workout.
On the journey tip …
I’ve struggled a bit this week - trying to up my game for the next chapter of this journey. This goal I have set for myself will not come without great sacrifices. I have had to catch and repeat to myself, “Its only 4 months of your life … the end result will be so worth it”. I have to believe that right now because not only will this be physically and mentally challenging for me, it is also going to put a strain on my family. I hate to be selfish, but I’ve put myself on hold for almost 5 years now, and I deserve to self-indulge for a few months … RIGHT (smile)? I’m just keeping it real …
The funny thing is – I wanna act crazy now – and this is only week two! Crazy!!! My body is telling me that what I used to be able to do in a single workout … not so much now. So I’ve got to figure out how to get done what I need to get done. I will figure it out and get it done. In the meantime, pray for me … its only 4 months … RIGHT?!
WEEK 24
Friday, July 16, 2010
Okay I’m back. I got off track with my blogging – traveling, ripping & running, work … and oh yeah … “WORKING OUT”!!! I am SOOOOOOOOOO excited, on so many levels!!!
I have officially lost 20lbs since February, 24th when I started the D3 challenge! It has not come without having a “laser focus and commitment” to working out and eating cleaner. And to answer your questions … “NO I DIDN’T STARVE MYSELF”. So there (smile)! I have just been making a conscience effort to eat better, proper portion sizes and balanced meals. No designer foods (i.e. Whole Foods grocery shopping) – none of that. Just laid off the junk and substituted with healthier alternatives. There is still room for improvement. One step at-a-time.
To my AWESOME neighbor, trainer, FRIEND … How many ways/times can I thank you?!!! Well I know one … keep feeding you my husbands’ great cooking (smile)! No, but seriously, “THANK YOU … for helping me to get my OLD self back!!! Outside of accomplishing the more obvious goals … successful business, public accommodations, etc., I am a living testament of how YOU have helped changed my life for the better – healthier, happier and fit! Thank you God for sending Dre my way!!! I love you girl!
Okay enough of the Love fest … we … I mean “I” still have a TON of work to do! I’m up for the challenge though! I tell myself every day that I have got to continue to ride this wave of “divine energy & positivity” and exploit it to the fullest. The universe is giving me so much right now and I have to give back. Thank you God!
WEEK 22 Thursday, July 1, 2010
OMG its JULY!!! Time to really step it up! The competition is 4 months away. I’ve got a few days to relax – slightly – then it’s on to the REAL stuff. I realize everything I’ve done up until now was the easy part … now its GAME ON.
Today I was tired as all get out! I guess yesterday’s workout let me know that – yeah sistah you can try to work out like you are still 21, but you’ll pay the next day. IM NOT SCARED (smile) … It took EVERYTHING I had to peel myself off the couch and go to “double-trouble” tonight - I know what I have to do, and I cannot miss another day this week. So I got it together and made it right on over to D3. As always I’m so glad I did! Dre, KICKED OUR TAILS!!! I had so much energy afterwards.
I just want to thank all of my fellow D3 Diva’s for the compliments. I know I’ve lost some weight, but I still feel like I could have done more. So thank you!
To my girl – will not mention her name, but you know who you are. I thank you for the compliments, but just know – we are no different. It is simply a matter of how bad do you want to achieve your fitness goals. No excuses … just commit to it, set “realistic” goals for “yourself” every 30 days and go for it! You got this! The D3 motto is so on point … “fitness for a MADE UP mind”! I got your back!
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Had to make up for my “triflingness” – is that a word? Well it is now. I have got to get back on track. I’ve worked too hard to start slacking off now. Got my treadmill on early this morning – felt so good!!! Came home tonight and Tae-Bo’d it for an hour. I burned nearly 800 calories today!!! I’m pretty proud of myself. I’m back.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010Too exhausted tonight … just can’t muster the energy. Thought I was going to wait until tonight and work out. Yeah right.
Monday, June 28, 2010
This has been a heck-of-a weekend. My baby has been sick all weekend and I am exhausted like a mug. I managed to get a workout in.
WEEK 21
Wow! I got off schedule again that fast. How is it that I workout during vacation and then come home and get trifling? Can anybody relate? I only got in three days this week – so much going on. I realize that I really do need to try and get things out the way first thing in the morning, because it just opens up my day.
I forgot how busy summer can be. My son is getting older and he wants to do things, my hubby and I are trying to maintain these damn jobs – more work, less pay – and have fun at the same time. To do it all is just a juggling act. So … out comes the calendar. Better planning, better outcomes.
Sure felt good to be back at boot camp this week. Missed my diva support system! I fell on my TAIL in Dre’s new “double trouble” class. Just when you think she can’t possibly come up with something new … “here she comes with some ole crazy, tear your tail up stuff!” But hey, I burned some mad calories … so I guess I’ll just soak in some Epsom salt and call it a day.
