WEEK 36
Saturday, October 2, 2010
This past week was a doozie to say the least. For the first time in months I lost some motivation and focus. The promise to myself is that I have worked so hard, so after today its back on track no matter what. I am only six months out and I owe it to myself and deserve to complete this challenge.
Let’s start with the “life issues” that got me off track this week … First, without going into a lot of detail, I found out some serious health news regarding my mother about a week ago. This week the gravity of the matter really sank in. Its so hard to watch your parents age and especially when some of their issues could be non-existent if people weren’t so damn selfish. Pray for both my parents please.
Second, our company/industry is/has been going through layoffs for the past three years. This week we (reps) anticipated the first round of a series of rumored layoffs for the remainder of the year. This will be the “third” round of layoffs this year. The company has a history of not telling us what is going on in terms of timelines, etc., and they tend to layoff around Thanksgiving. They announced a re-organization on Friday, but the gauntlet is supposed to swing in the upcoming weeks. So folks are on pins and needles and I guess it’s finally getting to me. It’s rough out here and though sometimes I feel like I need a kick in the ass to pursue my “true passion”, I also realize that I’m not single anymore and I have to think about more than just self. However, I believe that God has my back no matter what and the worst thing one can do is deny themselves of pursuing their passion – especially if you are fortunate enough to know what that is. I have searched for years to nail down what it is for me, and I am certain that after coming to the same conclusion for the past 20 years, I have finally locked it in. So … either way it goes … I’m going for it!
Lastly, my baby was sick. So that too threw me off my workout schedule. Nothing and No one will EVER come before him. So needless to say after a couple of sleepless nights I missed a couple of days of training this week.
I feel so guilty. I have been working so hard and I cannot afford to get lax now. This is the final stretch. All I can think about is the competition that "got their workout on today". I did manage to pull myself together last night and get in an hour of cardio at 10:30 pm. Yes PM and on a FRIDAY NIGHT! That’s because I HAD to do something … today was a different story. I feel like I’ve lost some muscle mass and that frightens me. Today, I purposely decided that my body is tired and needs the rest. It is what it is ... I've just got to correct moving forward. Back in the zone, beginning tomorrow.
On a funnier note ... I know I'm still checked-in, cuz my baby had to bake cupcakes today. Do you all know how hard it was to NOT lick my finger when a drop of the mix got on it. You'd be amazed how quickly your mind will automatically move your lips to lick the spoon! WAIT A MINUTE ... I DIDN'T DO IT!!! Not even a drop! Now that's some mad willpower!
For the next six weeks, IT”S ALL OUT … BRING NUMBER ONE HOME … GET IT GET IT!!! I only have six weeks left and I WILL get this done. Dre said when she competed that people were telling her, you never place in your first competition. We all know what Dre told’em (smile)!!! I feel the same. As long as “I”, CONTINUE to stay FOCUSED and COMMITTED as I have been, NO ONE will STOP me from contending for FIRST PLACE … NO ONE! I’ve got the right trainer, posing coach and mental focus … the body result is just the by-product of the culmination of all this GREATNESS coming together to achieve this feat.
Pray for my family. Please write me … the support is needed and appreciated!
Peace & Blessings!
Saturday, October 2, 2010
PRU ~ WEEK 34
WEEK 35
Friday, September 24, 2010
Got my tail whooped again today! Man I’m going to tell you we already know how DRE rolls, but this girl is AMAZING!!! I have been bugging her like a child for weeks, when am I going to see some bulge? When will I get some veinage (new word I made up … you’ll have to ask – smile)? On and on … She keeps telling me like a momma-coach, “it will come Steph … it will come.”. Of course, I’m like “when … when …”? Well, today, I saw a little “veinage (YEAH)!!! And the bulge is becoming more and more consistent! You just don’t know how much this sikes me up! I saw some changes in my arms today, that I had not yet seen before!! This is what keeps me DRIVEN and motivates me to continue to PUSH myself. Even on days when I don’t feel like it.
I am channeling my girl “Flo-Jo” right now!!! Girlfriend, I’m going to make you proud!
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Okay, I’ve been a bit neglectful on the blog tip. My laptop crashed a week or so ago, and I’ve been playing catch up ever since. At any rate, I have so much to talk about. In the two weeks or so since I last blogged, I have had many emotional ups and downs. With this being my 3rd week of incorporating the weight training into my “ALREADY” intense workout regimen … it’s been an adjustment. However, I am ALWAYS glad upon completion and CHARGED.
Last night was particularly challenging, because I had to bring my son with me to class – this is the first time I’ve done this – and I already knew I probably wouldn’t be able to get a good strong workout in because he is only four. To my amazement … he cried for a moment, but with the help of Jillian and Madison he was straight.
To my D3 family … Dre, Jillian, Madison, Paris, and the diva who gave up her bench for me … I cannot say how much I appreciated your supported last night!!! D3 is truly a family. Paris … what can I say … you saw me getting out of my car and had a step waiting for me! Jillian … thank you for grabbing my weights, Madison thank you for checking on my baby in-between kicking my tail and to my other diva-sister, thank you for giving up your bench so that my son could visibly see me and stop crying!!! You are all too amazing! Of course Dre, thanks for even allowing me to bring him and for also checking on him. This is tough enough just getting myself to class, so I want to thank you all soooooo much for looking out for me! I was truly touched!
Okay … so I had the most fabulous session with Diva Mattie!!! OMG … not only did she give me the courage to go on this journey, but she has –without hesitation – been helping me out with all kinds of competition information AND what I have come to find out is also critical “posing”. And can I just tell you … I’ve got the baddest trainer on the planet in DRE and the baddest fitness-figure-pro – yes “PRO”, the card is just a formality – posing coach on the planet! Mattie you are the BOMB and I thank you for all of your help thus far!!! I’m bringing “it” home to D3 November 13th and you November 20th!! By the time I walked out of my posing session with Mattie, I felt more sexier than ever and more confident that I am on a path of success! No I’m going to claim it … I WILL PLACE IN THE TOP 3, MY FIRST TIME!!! I have a long way to go, but I KNOW as long as I do what I have been instructed to do, I am GOING TO PLACE IN THE TOP 3, MY FIRST TIME!!!
Pray for me you all … I am in a GOOD PLACE!!! Mentally, physically, spiritually, financially!!! Keep me in your prayers! Thank you God!
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Today was one busy day. Got my PT session out of the way, however, I had a dinner tonight so I had to do my cardio after I returned from that. I thought of every reason on that 45 minute drive of why I was only going to do 20 minutes and make up the rest later in the week, OR why I could just skip it altogether … hell I’ve been working my butt off one day without cardio won’t hurt … Right?
BUT I said to myself … “SELF … the other competitors are competing to win … the ones that think like this … they just want to be on stage … which one are you?” That’s all it took, I got my but home around 10:30, hopped on that treadmill and pushed myself to 45 minutes, or 3.5 miles, the rest – a mere 0.5 miles more to reach daily goal - to be made up the next day. Oh … and completed my daily round of ABS! Hell, I had to go to sleep (smile)!!! The point of the matter is I could’ve cheated myself, but I made a decision to WIN and I felt like I honored that.
Friday, September 24, 2010
Got my tail whooped again today! Man I’m going to tell you we already know how DRE rolls, but this girl is AMAZING!!! I have been bugging her like a child for weeks, when am I going to see some bulge? When will I get some veinage (new word I made up … you’ll have to ask – smile)? On and on … She keeps telling me like a momma-coach, “it will come Steph … it will come.”. Of course, I’m like “when … when …”? Well, today, I saw a little “veinage (YEAH)!!! And the bulge is becoming more and more consistent! You just don’t know how much this sikes me up! I saw some changes in my arms today, that I had not yet seen before!! This is what keeps me DRIVEN and motivates me to continue to PUSH myself. Even on days when I don’t feel like it.
I am channeling my girl “Flo-Jo” right now!!! Girlfriend, I’m going to make you proud!
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Okay, I’ve been a bit neglectful on the blog tip. My laptop crashed a week or so ago, and I’ve been playing catch up ever since. At any rate, I have so much to talk about. In the two weeks or so since I last blogged, I have had many emotional ups and downs. With this being my 3rd week of incorporating the weight training into my “ALREADY” intense workout regimen … it’s been an adjustment. However, I am ALWAYS glad upon completion and CHARGED.
Last night was particularly challenging, because I had to bring my son with me to class – this is the first time I’ve done this – and I already knew I probably wouldn’t be able to get a good strong workout in because he is only four. To my amazement … he cried for a moment, but with the help of Jillian and Madison he was straight.
To my D3 family … Dre, Jillian, Madison, Paris, and the diva who gave up her bench for me … I cannot say how much I appreciated your supported last night!!! D3 is truly a family. Paris … what can I say … you saw me getting out of my car and had a step waiting for me! Jillian … thank you for grabbing my weights, Madison thank you for checking on my baby in-between kicking my tail and to my other diva-sister, thank you for giving up your bench so that my son could visibly see me and stop crying!!! You are all too amazing! Of course Dre, thanks for even allowing me to bring him and for also checking on him. This is tough enough just getting myself to class, so I want to thank you all soooooo much for looking out for me! I was truly touched!
Okay … so I had the most fabulous session with Diva Mattie!!! OMG … not only did she give me the courage to go on this journey, but she has –without hesitation – been helping me out with all kinds of competition information AND what I have come to find out is also critical “posing”. And can I just tell you … I’ve got the baddest trainer on the planet in DRE and the baddest fitness-figure-pro – yes “PRO”, the card is just a formality – posing coach on the planet! Mattie you are the BOMB and I thank you for all of your help thus far!!! I’m bringing “it” home to D3 November 13th and you November 20th!! By the time I walked out of my posing session with Mattie, I felt more sexier than ever and more confident that I am on a path of success! No I’m going to claim it … I WILL PLACE IN THE TOP 3, MY FIRST TIME!!! I have a long way to go, but I KNOW as long as I do what I have been instructed to do, I am GOING TO PLACE IN THE TOP 3, MY FIRST TIME!!!
Pray for me you all … I am in a GOOD PLACE!!! Mentally, physically, spiritually, financially!!! Keep me in your prayers! Thank you God!
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Today was one busy day. Got my PT session out of the way, however, I had a dinner tonight so I had to do my cardio after I returned from that. I thought of every reason on that 45 minute drive of why I was only going to do 20 minutes and make up the rest later in the week, OR why I could just skip it altogether … hell I’ve been working my butt off one day without cardio won’t hurt … Right?
BUT I said to myself … “SELF … the other competitors are competing to win … the ones that think like this … they just want to be on stage … which one are you?” That’s all it took, I got my but home around 10:30, hopped on that treadmill and pushed myself to 45 minutes, or 3.5 miles, the rest – a mere 0.5 miles more to reach daily goal - to be made up the next day. Oh … and completed my daily round of ABS! Hell, I had to go to sleep (smile)!!! The point of the matter is I could’ve cheated myself, but I made a decision to WIN and I felt like I honored that.
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Kudos and D3 Challenge To All!!
First of all, I want to say a BIG WOW to both Roz and Stephanie for really taking my challenge to the next level. I am so impressed with your progress! You 2 have transformed your bodies and I am so proud of you. Secondly, you must continue to blog on a weekly/daily basis so others can see that this can be done! You can get SERIOUS about your fitness and health and become the person you have always wanted to be!
Stephanie, your figure comp is coming up and I know I am pushing you hard, but man, are you doing it girl! I can't wait to see the finished product!
To others reading this BLOG, here is a challenge to you: Do you LOVE your body as is or would you like to improve your look, strength, endurance, and overall health but you are just not sure where to start or maybe (keeping it real) you are just too lazy to start? Well, whichever is the case, D3 can help! We are offering classes on line under D3 On Demand very soon if you are not in the Chicagoland area but if you are, call me so I can get you started!
Remember, after 21 days a habit is made and you too can become a consistent participant of exercise(even if you never have). So, what are you waiting for? Call 312-276-5138 ext 10 or just email me your story to dre@dresdieseldome.com. I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Get Fit! Stay Fit!
Dre
Stephanie, your figure comp is coming up and I know I am pushing you hard, but man, are you doing it girl! I can't wait to see the finished product!
To others reading this BLOG, here is a challenge to you: Do you LOVE your body as is or would you like to improve your look, strength, endurance, and overall health but you are just not sure where to start or maybe (keeping it real) you are just too lazy to start? Well, whichever is the case, D3 can help! We are offering classes on line under D3 On Demand very soon if you are not in the Chicagoland area but if you are, call me so I can get you started!
Remember, after 21 days a habit is made and you too can become a consistent participant of exercise(even if you never have). So, what are you waiting for? Call 312-276-5138 ext 10 or just email me your story to dre@dresdieseldome.com. I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Get Fit! Stay Fit!
Dre
Sunday, September 12, 2010
ROZZIE G WEEK 34
9/12/10 I just read Steph's blogs from the last few months...I am so proud of you girl! When I saw you last, you looked great! You are an example of what commitment will do.
I have not made a blog entry in a very long time. Guess I got tired of talking about this knee pain. It has truly become a day to day thing. It has certainly had an impact on my workouts. And my quality of life. I still go to the pool but sometimes my leg is too sore for that. I am taking a few D2 classes depending on what I can still do. And can I say that becuz my left knee is so jacked that now my right ankle is swelling and hurting in protest of having to carry most of the weight now. I mean damn! This is why I have not blogged. My body doesn't seem to be on board all the time to what I am trying to do.
I was taking Physical Therapy. It helped with the stiffness but it did not yield the results I was hoping for. I actually did not go back this week. I did however make an appoint for a second opinion.
I typically am not a person who rushes to surgery,but that may be my last option. I cant even sleep soundly at night.
I would be lying if I said I didn't think of giving up or that I have not cried over my situation. But then I remember the alternative....I am still above ground.
I need a bit of a jump start again. After reading Steph's accomplishments, maybe I could be more create in finding thing i could do as alternatives. i am open for suggestions.( a sistah needs some encouragement)
I turn 50 years old 9/24. Lets see what happens between now and then...peace
I have not made a blog entry in a very long time. Guess I got tired of talking about this knee pain. It has truly become a day to day thing. It has certainly had an impact on my workouts. And my quality of life. I still go to the pool but sometimes my leg is too sore for that. I am taking a few D2 classes depending on what I can still do. And can I say that becuz my left knee is so jacked that now my right ankle is swelling and hurting in protest of having to carry most of the weight now. I mean damn! This is why I have not blogged. My body doesn't seem to be on board all the time to what I am trying to do.
I was taking Physical Therapy. It helped with the stiffness but it did not yield the results I was hoping for. I actually did not go back this week. I did however make an appoint for a second opinion.
I typically am not a person who rushes to surgery,but that may be my last option. I cant even sleep soundly at night.
I would be lying if I said I didn't think of giving up or that I have not cried over my situation. But then I remember the alternative....I am still above ground.
I need a bit of a jump start again. After reading Steph's accomplishments, maybe I could be more create in finding thing i could do as alternatives. i am open for suggestions.( a sistah needs some encouragement)
I turn 50 years old 9/24. Lets see what happens between now and then...peace
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
PRU ~ WEEK 31
WEEK 31
Wednesday, August 24, 2010
I’ve been in bed all day. Not feeling well today. Think I have the flu … pumping my body with Theraflu. I knew something was off because I was having a hard time Monday at boot camp. Back at it tomorrow, no matter what.
Monday, August 22, 2010
What can I say … We had a blast on Saturday at my husband’s and my cocktail party!!! Dre allowed me to have a few drinks - at least that what Paulette said ... you did say okay right DRE (smile) … so I partook of a “few” Mai Tai’s and a “few” Martini’s (smile)! I mean a FEW … little cups!
Brought in forty-five … YES … forty-five with a fierceness!!! I weighed myself this morning and according to my scale I dropped 25 lbs – my goal since February! My friend and hairstylist brought me back with a FUNKY cut AND my dress was a size SMALL – with some room to boot!!! My hubby is loving his new woman!!! I am LOVING myself! Love you Dre … Love you Roz! To my husband MICKEY … ‘‘YOU ARE THE GREATEST MAN ON THE PLANET! I THANK GOD FOR YOU!!! THANKS FOR BEING SO SUPPORTIVE!’’
Bootcamp was a little rough for me today. I am going to blame it on the alcohol I had this past weekend. I just felt sluggish. Just makes me not want it. I didn’t really drink that much – not like the old Steph. Oh well! I’m over it. Back on my mission … Maybe I’ll celebrate with a glass of champagne in November. Maybe.
By the way ... beginning September 1st were only a little more than 2 months - about 75 days away - from the D3 Challenge Show!!! Let's bring it in strong! Let's support each other and please blog with us. Roz & I need the support!
Wednesday, August 24, 2010
I’ve been in bed all day. Not feeling well today. Think I have the flu … pumping my body with Theraflu. I knew something was off because I was having a hard time Monday at boot camp. Back at it tomorrow, no matter what.
Monday, August 22, 2010
What can I say … We had a blast on Saturday at my husband’s and my cocktail party!!! Dre allowed me to have a few drinks - at least that what Paulette said ... you did say okay right DRE (smile) … so I partook of a “few” Mai Tai’s and a “few” Martini’s (smile)! I mean a FEW … little cups!
Brought in forty-five … YES … forty-five with a fierceness!!! I weighed myself this morning and according to my scale I dropped 25 lbs – my goal since February! My friend and hairstylist brought me back with a FUNKY cut AND my dress was a size SMALL – with some room to boot!!! My hubby is loving his new woman!!! I am LOVING myself! Love you Dre … Love you Roz! To my husband MICKEY … ‘‘YOU ARE THE GREATEST MAN ON THE PLANET! I THANK GOD FOR YOU!!! THANKS FOR BEING SO SUPPORTIVE!’’
Bootcamp was a little rough for me today. I am going to blame it on the alcohol I had this past weekend. I just felt sluggish. Just makes me not want it. I didn’t really drink that much – not like the old Steph. Oh well! I’m over it. Back on my mission … Maybe I’ll celebrate with a glass of champagne in November. Maybe.
By the way ... beginning September 1st were only a little more than 2 months - about 75 days away - from the D3 Challenge Show!!! Let's bring it in strong! Let's support each other and please blog with us. Roz & I need the support!
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
PRU ~ Week 30
WEEK 30
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Wow! Did I just type Week 30??? Wow! I cannot believe it has been 30 weeks since I started this challenge. Crazy! Looking back … I can’t say I had reservations, but I can say that my mind wasn’t totally “made up” either. I am just glad I stuck with it.
I just felt compelled to blog tonight – I have a million other things on my plate, but I wanted to share this tonight.
Well this week is “hectic” for me. My 4 year old son has events, my husband has events and then there’s me. Today/tonight/this week was one of those where I had to get it done IN ANY WAY that I could. So I knocked out 30 minutes on the treadmill this morning. The funny thing is, I always say I’m only going to do 20 minutes, or “x” miles, or “x” calories when I do an a.m. workout, but I usually end up pushing myself – today was no exception.
After a long day at work ... my 4yr old son’s class had a picnic this evening. After arriving home around 7:45, I completed an hour of weight training and then did another mile on the treadmill. I HAD to ensure I met my cardio goal for the day! Don't think I wasn't telling myself ... "just do the weight training and make up the cardio tomorrow" ... Oh yeah ... but, then the other voice kicked in and said "get it done, NOW"! I'm still not sure if that was my voice or Dre's (smile)!
Its now 9:30, I haven’t had dinner, but the sense of accomplishment was worth the sacrifice. It’s been a LONG day, and I still have a million things to do … Oh well … what gets done, gets done! I put in my time today! Back at it tomorrow.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Just too tired tonight after my cardio workout. I feel terrible, but I don’t have the energy for weight training tonight. Will have to make it up throughout the rest of this week.
Monday, August 16, 2010
Great day today! I got in my cardio this morning and headed to bootcamp this evening. Sunny and Jillian worked us out tonight! Thanks ladies … I needed the butt-kicking and was so happy not to be on the damn treadmill … ARGGGGG … so thank you for burning up the calories for me tonight.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Normally my off day, but this is going to be a long week – no cardio workout this upcoming Saturday - so I had to get my cardio on today.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Wow! Did I just type Week 30??? Wow! I cannot believe it has been 30 weeks since I started this challenge. Crazy! Looking back … I can’t say I had reservations, but I can say that my mind wasn’t totally “made up” either. I am just glad I stuck with it.
I just felt compelled to blog tonight – I have a million other things on my plate, but I wanted to share this tonight.
Well this week is “hectic” for me. My 4 year old son has events, my husband has events and then there’s me. Today/tonight/this week was one of those where I had to get it done IN ANY WAY that I could. So I knocked out 30 minutes on the treadmill this morning. The funny thing is, I always say I’m only going to do 20 minutes, or “x” miles, or “x” calories when I do an a.m. workout, but I usually end up pushing myself – today was no exception.
After a long day at work ... my 4yr old son’s class had a picnic this evening. After arriving home around 7:45, I completed an hour of weight training and then did another mile on the treadmill. I HAD to ensure I met my cardio goal for the day! Don't think I wasn't telling myself ... "just do the weight training and make up the cardio tomorrow" ... Oh yeah ... but, then the other voice kicked in and said "get it done, NOW"! I'm still not sure if that was my voice or Dre's (smile)!
Its now 9:30, I haven’t had dinner, but the sense of accomplishment was worth the sacrifice. It’s been a LONG day, and I still have a million things to do … Oh well … what gets done, gets done! I put in my time today! Back at it tomorrow.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Just too tired tonight after my cardio workout. I feel terrible, but I don’t have the energy for weight training tonight. Will have to make it up throughout the rest of this week.
Monday, August 16, 2010
Great day today! I got in my cardio this morning and headed to bootcamp this evening. Sunny and Jillian worked us out tonight! Thanks ladies … I needed the butt-kicking and was so happy not to be on the damn treadmill … ARGGGGG … so thank you for burning up the calories for me tonight.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Normally my off day, but this is going to be a long week – no cardio workout this upcoming Saturday - so I had to get my cardio on today.
Friday, August 13, 2010
Pru ~ Weeks 28-29
WEEK 29
Friday, August 13, 2010
Last nights sweatbox class lived up to its name! I had so much sweat pouring out of my body that one would have thought I had literally just gotten out of the shower!!! We worked it out though! I know I lost at least 5lbs on water weight alone.
Remember my “coochie cutters” from way back in Feb/March? Well those reference point pants are BAGGY and SAGGY now! I could not believe how they fit me. This is CRAZY! They didn’t even fit this way when I purchased the suit 10 years ago! My partner at work told me that the suit jacket – which has a tailored fit, no shoulder pads … lol - also looked too big!!
I’m gonna tell you something … most of you that know me well, know that I feel boobs are overrated. For my fellow “full-boobed” sisters that understand where I’m coming from … if you think you have to go under the knife for a breast reduction … Dre’s got a non-surgical – can’t say painless – alternative for you! I swear I have dropped a cup size or more! Understand … this has NEVER happened to me. I am loving my new “taa-taa’s”. Mattie … shout out goes to you … you told me this would happen and I did not believe you. I will not question your authority again (smile)!!!
Well I better get some rest … I took today off, back at it again tomorrow.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
I didn’t quite make my goal of losing 25lbs by my 45th birthday, but I lost 23lbs so I will TAKE IT!!! Either way, it’s a WIN WIN for me!!! Can I just say that I AM LOVING MYSELF right about now! And yes … to my forty-something sisters and brothers … 45 is the NEW 25!
I had the honor of hanging out with my beautiful friend/trainer Dre, her husband and a few other friends and I tell you … I put on a pair of pants that I had before my son was born … which fit perfectly, unless I ate a nut then it show – can I just say they were baggy! I AM LOVING THIS! You just don’t know how ‘dowdy’ I was feeling earlier this year. It feels so good to have set this goal and got after it. I’ve still got a ways to go, but it’s going to happen.
Okay back on the workout tip … I’m happy to say that this is week two of the additional weight training and so far so good. My hubby got me the Bowflex adjustable weights, so I literally have no excuse to skip any training. I’m not sure if these Bowflex weights are worth the price tag … if there is a cheaper brand I would highly recommend. They are kind of bulky … but I will give them 30 days and make a decision from there. Though I haven’t been to D3 for about two weeks now – crazy busy schedule - I remain committed to my workouts. I don’t know about you, but if I miss two days … well … that’s when I look up and 3 weeks will go by … so I just keep it in moving.
Lately a lot of people keep asking me what I've been doing. Here it goes ... First, let me STRESS … I didn’t lose this by taking a pill, only eating lettuce, starving myself to death or working out 24 hours/day. I did it slowly and methodically. I made a conscience effort EVERY 30 days to: CHANGE something in my diet, INCREASE my workout INTENSITY and I COMMITTED to these goals. If you’re in a workout rut, that’s a sign to CHANGE your workout routine.
If you dare to follow these simple steps, I GUARANTEE you that a change in your body, mind, spirit and soul is IMMINENT! Come on! Tell’em ROZ!!!
Life is so GOOD and GOD IS SO GREAT! I know I keep saying that, but truly I haven’t been in this space for a while. I just wanna labor in it! Just want to absorb every single, second of it! And more importantly share it!
WEEK 28
Thursday, August 05, 2010
This has by far been a busy week. The other day I was sooooo tired, had such an attitude my knees are killing me … needless to say I just wasn’t feeling it at all. I pushed myself anyway and managed to get my 600 calorie burn on.
I had to start bringing it this month. So I’m introducing more weight training this month, on top of the cardio. Today, I did the P90X leg routine, but it looks like I’m going to have to go to the gym. Don’t get me wrong, it was challenging, but I don’t think it will be enough to get me where I need to be. We’ll see how I’m walking tomorrow! Now the upper body stuff … right on time.
I’m doing seven straight this week because my birthday is Sunday, so that will be my off day. This is a big birthday for me … the big … FOURTY FIVE!!! OMG!!! I can’t even believe it! The spa is waiting for me and the way I’m working out this week, this will be one of the best spa day’s ever! TTYL!
Friday, August 13, 2010
Last nights sweatbox class lived up to its name! I had so much sweat pouring out of my body that one would have thought I had literally just gotten out of the shower!!! We worked it out though! I know I lost at least 5lbs on water weight alone.
Remember my “coochie cutters” from way back in Feb/March? Well those reference point pants are BAGGY and SAGGY now! I could not believe how they fit me. This is CRAZY! They didn’t even fit this way when I purchased the suit 10 years ago! My partner at work told me that the suit jacket – which has a tailored fit, no shoulder pads … lol - also looked too big!!
I’m gonna tell you something … most of you that know me well, know that I feel boobs are overrated. For my fellow “full-boobed” sisters that understand where I’m coming from … if you think you have to go under the knife for a breast reduction … Dre’s got a non-surgical – can’t say painless – alternative for you! I swear I have dropped a cup size or more! Understand … this has NEVER happened to me. I am loving my new “taa-taa’s”. Mattie … shout out goes to you … you told me this would happen and I did not believe you. I will not question your authority again (smile)!!!
Well I better get some rest … I took today off, back at it again tomorrow.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
I didn’t quite make my goal of losing 25lbs by my 45th birthday, but I lost 23lbs so I will TAKE IT!!! Either way, it’s a WIN WIN for me!!! Can I just say that I AM LOVING MYSELF right about now! And yes … to my forty-something sisters and brothers … 45 is the NEW 25!
I had the honor of hanging out with my beautiful friend/trainer Dre, her husband and a few other friends and I tell you … I put on a pair of pants that I had before my son was born … which fit perfectly, unless I ate a nut then it show – can I just say they were baggy! I AM LOVING THIS! You just don’t know how ‘dowdy’ I was feeling earlier this year. It feels so good to have set this goal and got after it. I’ve still got a ways to go, but it’s going to happen.
Okay back on the workout tip … I’m happy to say that this is week two of the additional weight training and so far so good. My hubby got me the Bowflex adjustable weights, so I literally have no excuse to skip any training. I’m not sure if these Bowflex weights are worth the price tag … if there is a cheaper brand I would highly recommend. They are kind of bulky … but I will give them 30 days and make a decision from there. Though I haven’t been to D3 for about two weeks now – crazy busy schedule - I remain committed to my workouts. I don’t know about you, but if I miss two days … well … that’s when I look up and 3 weeks will go by … so I just keep it in moving.
Lately a lot of people keep asking me what I've been doing. Here it goes ... First, let me STRESS … I didn’t lose this by taking a pill, only eating lettuce, starving myself to death or working out 24 hours/day. I did it slowly and methodically. I made a conscience effort EVERY 30 days to: CHANGE something in my diet, INCREASE my workout INTENSITY and I COMMITTED to these goals. If you’re in a workout rut, that’s a sign to CHANGE your workout routine.
If you dare to follow these simple steps, I GUARANTEE you that a change in your body, mind, spirit and soul is IMMINENT! Come on! Tell’em ROZ!!!
Life is so GOOD and GOD IS SO GREAT! I know I keep saying that, but truly I haven’t been in this space for a while. I just wanna labor in it! Just want to absorb every single, second of it! And more importantly share it!
WEEK 28
Thursday, August 05, 2010
This has by far been a busy week. The other day I was sooooo tired, had such an attitude my knees are killing me … needless to say I just wasn’t feeling it at all. I pushed myself anyway and managed to get my 600 calorie burn on.
I had to start bringing it this month. So I’m introducing more weight training this month, on top of the cardio. Today, I did the P90X leg routine, but it looks like I’m going to have to go to the gym. Don’t get me wrong, it was challenging, but I don’t think it will be enough to get me where I need to be. We’ll see how I’m walking tomorrow! Now the upper body stuff … right on time.
I’m doing seven straight this week because my birthday is Sunday, so that will be my off day. This is a big birthday for me … the big … FOURTY FIVE!!! OMG!!! I can’t even believe it! The spa is waiting for me and the way I’m working out this week, this will be one of the best spa day’s ever! TTYL!
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