Hey Beautiful Folks,
So, it's Friday!!! This used to mean something very specific to me. All my friends know that I was highly suspect to be a "no show" if they had a big event on a Friday. Why? Because Friday was my "do nothing, chill VERY hard" day. My routine was simple: go to work, come home and have my drink du jour while rubbing the dog and watching a movie (or Food Network). After a week of going, going, going, there was just nothing better. I could care less about a date, a party, a potluck...nope.."LET THEM WAIT!" (channeling my inner James Earl Jones). Friday was ALL mine!
Damn, things have changed..When I signed up to do the show, I knew I had to get my mind right. I was under no illusions. I should probably mention now that my Friday routine included the tuxedo torte from Treasure Island...it's layers of white and dark chocolate mousse between cake finished with a beautiful semi sweet ganache. I knew our love affair had to end but I still miss that sassy bitch. And then I started going to Friday evening classes and really thought I was doing something. But now we've started having PT sessions on Friday. So, now I get home in just enough time to change my clothes and walk out to go meet the girls at the gym. Every Friday, I wake up like "yes! it's Friday" and then am sobered by the realization that by the time I sit down that night, I'll be a stinky, sweaty, beet red mess whose ass is hurting and whose limbs want to retire to a nice island in Hawaii where exercise doesn't exist--but whose mind won't let it! And you know it's really crazy, but I LOVE IT!!!
My Fridays are shot to hell, my hair is always a hot mess, I'm always sore, I only dream about sex because I'm too tired to actually do it and I eat sweet potatoes for a living instead of my torte. And I can't be certain, but I have a working theory that every single one of us: Vicki, Monique, Robin, Elena, Bea and myself...are completely batshit crazy!! I'm going to dedicate some time (when I have energy) to properly diagnose all of us so we can get the help we need:-) In the meantime, we'll have to make do with our blood, sweat, tears and blind faith that we are indeed BABs!! We're going from ashy to classy girls!!!! Let's get it!!
P. S. Shout out to chocolate chip cookies! I miss you too, boo;-)
Friday, February 18, 2011
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Extreme Brickhouse Makeover
Hey D3 Fam~
If you don't know now you knoooowww, you all are amazing! I am encouraged each time I step inside the doors of D3! To each of you who read my Member Spotlight and offered words of support and encouragement~ I'll take, I need it but most of all I THANK YOU!!
Well now the brick house renovation is going EXTREME. I'm in the middle of the second week of training and baaaabyyyy, INTENSE does not even BEGIN to describe this training. This is some true next level shigiddy and Dre will not accept anything less that your absolute best!! Talk about no half-assness! This training will sho nuff show you what you're made of and if you can't separate Dre the PT from Dre the Drill Diva from the laid back Dre YOU WILL NOT SURVIVE!! Can you believe I actually signed up for this?
Training and competing in a figure competition made it onto my unofficial bucket list since Diva Stephanie proved that 40 is the new Hot Thang!! :) So when the opportunity to join BAB's presented itself, I debated, was I truly ready? Did I have what it takes? Could I make it through to the end with out letting the group, Dre or myself down? These women are amazing; they've been at this 3 months already and yet they graciously accepted me into the group with all the support and encouragement as if I started day one with them. Vickie, Elena & Karlisa you all have been wonderful and beyond supportive ~ Not to mention you all are some sexy beast!!! I thank you. Dre, you somehow know exactly what I need to get me to dig a little deeper, run a little faster or pull just one more rep. Thank for always supporting, believing and encouraging me
We are about 13 weeks out from the competition and I've still got so much ground to cover and I must admit it, I'm a trifle scared and a bit freaked out. One thing's for certain training at this level will show you who you are and what you're made of. I think I'll stick it out and find out just who that is.
Stay tuned as the renovation continues.....
Mo
If you don't know now you knoooowww, you all are amazing! I am encouraged each time I step inside the doors of D3! To each of you who read my Member Spotlight and offered words of support and encouragement~ I'll take, I need it but most of all I THANK YOU!!
Well now the brick house renovation is going EXTREME. I'm in the middle of the second week of training and baaaabyyyy, INTENSE does not even BEGIN to describe this training. This is some true next level shigiddy and Dre will not accept anything less that your absolute best!! Talk about no half-assness! This training will sho nuff show you what you're made of and if you can't separate Dre the PT from Dre the Drill Diva from the laid back Dre YOU WILL NOT SURVIVE!! Can you believe I actually signed up for this?
Training and competing in a figure competition made it onto my unofficial bucket list since Diva Stephanie proved that 40 is the new Hot Thang!! :) So when the opportunity to join BAB's presented itself, I debated, was I truly ready? Did I have what it takes? Could I make it through to the end with out letting the group, Dre or myself down? These women are amazing; they've been at this 3 months already and yet they graciously accepted me into the group with all the support and encouragement as if I started day one with them. Vickie, Elena & Karlisa you all have been wonderful and beyond supportive ~ Not to mention you all are some sexy beast!!! I thank you. Dre, you somehow know exactly what I need to get me to dig a little deeper, run a little faster or pull just one more rep. Thank for always supporting, believing and encouraging me
We are about 13 weeks out from the competition and I've still got so much ground to cover and I must admit it, I'm a trifle scared and a bit freaked out. One thing's for certain training at this level will show you who you are and what you're made of. I think I'll stick it out and find out just who that is.
Stay tuned as the renovation continues.....
Mo
Sweet Dreams D3 Family!!
BABs Team GREAT JOB tonight... Tonight was no joke and we all made it thru. Each and everyone of you mean so much to me. You all inspire me and I couldn't ask for a more FABULOUS group of diva's to do this training/show with. You're like a second family to me and all your strength and energy helps me get thru it all and without you all i wouldn't be able to do this. BABs U Rock!!
It's been a long time since i've been back to Monday and Wednesday night classes at D3 and i have to say it was SOOO nice to see some old faces and new ones... :) and what great energy tonight i LOVED it.. What a great class!! Everyone looks great i'm so proud of everyone at D3. The changes in everyone are amazing. We've all come along way and Dre we would've never been able to do it without you. You're an amazing women and an inspiration to all of us and Thank You for believing in all of us.... Tonights class took me back to my first night at D3 almost 4yrs ago!! Can u believe it!!! Great Class Pookie i loved it!
I know we all have our moments and tonight i had mine... and Those of you who i had a chance to talk to tonight ..Thank you for all your kind words it truly helped me get thur my workout and take a not so happy moment for me and turn into a great one!! I really need that!!! :) Thank You!
Looking forward to seeing all of you next week if i don't see you the rest of this week...
Good Night D3!! Good Bless Everyone!
V
It's been a long time since i've been back to Monday and Wednesday night classes at D3 and i have to say it was SOOO nice to see some old faces and new ones... :) and what great energy tonight i LOVED it.. What a great class!! Everyone looks great i'm so proud of everyone at D3. The changes in everyone are amazing. We've all come along way and Dre we would've never been able to do it without you. You're an amazing women and an inspiration to all of us and Thank You for believing in all of us.... Tonights class took me back to my first night at D3 almost 4yrs ago!! Can u believe it!!! Great Class Pookie i loved it!
I know we all have our moments and tonight i had mine... and Those of you who i had a chance to talk to tonight ..Thank you for all your kind words it truly helped me get thur my workout and take a not so happy moment for me and turn into a great one!! I really need that!!! :) Thank You!
Looking forward to seeing all of you next week if i don't see you the rest of this week...
Good Night D3!! Good Bless Everyone!
V
I want to blog now before the BAB's PT session tonite, (because I know i'll be hurting). I also want to welcome the new ladies Monique and Robin to
BAB's.
In my last blog I said this was a part-time job, becoming a FULL TIME job, I could have sworn it was going to take time, NOPE its here. I have worked out at least 15 hours last week, I felt so guilty that i didn't work out on Saturday, but I forgot I did my 300 sit-ups, 300 push-ups and 300 bicycles, that's a workout. Well, I have to stop blogging, I need to go get my Butt kicked by Dre.
Have awesome week.
Diva in Training :)
BAB's.
In my last blog I said this was a part-time job, becoming a FULL TIME job, I could have sworn it was going to take time, NOPE its here. I have worked out at least 15 hours last week, I felt so guilty that i didn't work out on Saturday, but I forgot I did my 300 sit-ups, 300 push-ups and 300 bicycles, that's a workout. Well, I have to stop blogging, I need to go get my Butt kicked by Dre.
Have awesome week.
Diva in Training :)
Monday, February 14, 2011
Going For Your Dreams
Hey All,
I wanted to share something with you all. Last week I was invited to a Margarita Party at Harpo. I teach fitness classes there 3 days a week and I have really kinda become a part of the fitness department...they are just great to me! Well, at this party Oprah came over and stood right next to me for several minutes. As she was toasting, I was thinking....what am I doing here? I am standing next to and talking to the MOST POWERFUL WOMAN in the world...so what does this mean? I kept asking the Lord for an answer and this is what I received.....
I can do and be ANYTHING I want to in this life. The devil will not scare me or convince me that I can not pursue all my dreams. I will fulfill all my dreams because God placed them inside of me to live out. And that is exactly what I am going to do. I hope you do the same.
I am blessed and highly favored and all that I touch will be blessed! Be it onto me!
Mechell, thanks for sharing your blog:http://incouragements.blogspot.com/
You should all read this...very inspiring!
Dre--The Dream Achiever! Now, let's get it!
Diva Krystle VN Client Plan Blog 2
Positive thinking...
I’ve been extremely hard on myself these past couple of weeks. But after reading Dre’s notes on my journal, I realized I need to relax a bit and focus on what I’ve accomplished thus far. Even though my schedule kept me from staying within the 3-4 hours between meals on a few days, Week 2 went by better than I anticipated. I have been eating better. I definitely feel more energized. I’m now going to bed at a decent hour each night. This has seriously helped my late night snacking habit, which was preventing me from getting into that certain size jeans in a couple of months ;-) I'm learning that its ok to congratulate myself for mini success towards my overall goal.
And to the Divas also doing the nutrition plan and BABS, you are all sooo inspirational!! I truly enjoy reading the blogs and pulling motivation from you!!
Make it a great week everyone!!
I’ve been extremely hard on myself these past couple of weeks. But after reading Dre’s notes on my journal, I realized I need to relax a bit and focus on what I’ve accomplished thus far. Even though my schedule kept me from staying within the 3-4 hours between meals on a few days, Week 2 went by better than I anticipated. I have been eating better. I definitely feel more energized. I’m now going to bed at a decent hour each night. This has seriously helped my late night snacking habit, which was preventing me from getting into that certain size jeans in a couple of months ;-) I'm learning that its ok to congratulate myself for mini success towards my overall goal.
And to the Divas also doing the nutrition plan and BABS, you are all sooo inspirational!! I truly enjoy reading the blogs and pulling motivation from you!!
Make it a great week everyone!!
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Success is a journey!
2-13-11
It's been a bumpy ride the past few weeks. I became very sick the week before the Big Blizzard therefore I missed about a week and half of workouts. I was very depressed during this time feeling so powerless over the virus that took over my body. But luckily I became more focused and eager to continue towards my goal. I always remember Bob Harper's mantra - BELIEVE IN YOURSELF. TRUST THE PROCESS. CHANGE FOREVER. This has been a difficult and very challenging ride so far and I need to stay focused and believe in myself. I'm starting to appreciate my body more. I've really taken it for granted in the past. It's amazing what our bodies do for us everyday. They help us live. We owe it to ourselves to take care of them so they can continue to take care of us. Yes - we all want to look fabulous on the outside, but it's so important to nurture our insides. We want to be on this earth as long as we possibly can, right?
For my fellow BABs - Here are 12 Traits of Champion Bodybuilders by Tom Venuto. Let's keep these in mind as we continue through this challenge.
The 12 Traits of Champions:
(1) Champions are positive thinkers; they believe in themselves.
Undoubtedly the most important quality that all champions share is an unwavering belief that they will succeed. Champions always look for the good in every situation. No matter what obstacles they encounter, they always continue to think positive. Without confidence, faith in your abilities, and positive mental attitude, you’ve defeated yourself before you ever step onstage.
(2) Champions visualize their successes.
Champions understand the importance of positive mental imagery or visualization. Champion bodybuilders visualize exactly how they want their bodies to look, they see themselves standing onstage accepting the first place trophy, and they mentally rehearse every workout in vivid detail. They do this over and over in their minds hundreds or even thousands of times before it becomes physical reality.
(3) Champions surround themselves with positive people and avoid negative influences.
Champions keep themselves in a "positive shell" and do not associate with negative people, places, or things. Arnold Schwarzenegger put it this way: "I have nothing to do with negative relationships. I stay away from negative influences. I have no time for negative thinkers and pessimists. Such people will suck you dry until you have become as pessimistic as they are. Then you’ll have not just one but two losers."
(4) Champions are goal setters.
Champions realize that if they don’t know where they’re going, that is exactly where they’ll end up; nowhere! Champions consistently set long and short-term goals. From day to day workout goals to long term career objectives, champions have written out specific, measurable goals with a deadline.
(5) Champions have a burning desire to succeed.
Champions not only have goals, but they ardently desire them. Robert Collier, summed up the idea of desire beautifully in his 1926 self-help classic Secret of the Ages." He said, "Very few people know how to desire with sufficient intensity. They do not know what it is to feel and manifest that intense, eager, longing, craving, insistent, demanding, ravenous desire which is akin to the persistent, insistent, ardent, overwhelming desire of the drowning man for a breath of air, or a desert-lost man for a drink of water, or the famished man for bread and meat." Champions have burning desire. They want it and they want it badly.
(6) Champions are disciplined and consistent.
Champions live and breathe the bodybuilding lifestyle all year round. They are committed and disciplined in training and dietary practices. They know that in bodybuilding there is no off-season and success does not come overnight. Champions never miss a scheduled workout and never miss a meal. Champion bodybuilders are probably the most dedicated athletes in any sport.
(7) Champions are persistent
Champions never, ever quit. Thomas Edison was the epitome of persistence: He conducted 10,000 experiments before finally finding a filament that would burn in the electric light bulb. Champion bodybuilders approach their vocation with the same diligence of an Edison. They know that if they persist long enough, eventually they must succeed.
(8) Champions learn from their failures
Champions don't view losses as failures, they see them as learning experiences. When asked how it felt to fail 10,000 times, Thomas Edison replied, " I didn’t fail, I learned 9,999 ways that wouldn’t work." Champions know that they haven’t failed until they quit; but once they quit, then they have failed. A champion finds a lesson in every apparent loss and finds ways to grow from it.
(9) Champions have incredible powers of focus and concentration
Champions set goals and then maintain a laser-like focus on them. They have the ability to always keep the long term objective in their sights while focusing 100% on what they are doing at the moment. If you watch a champion train you will notice that they are completely oblivious to their surroundings. 100% of their focus and concentration is on what they are doing. They almost appear to have slipped into a hypnosis-like trance. This peak physiological and psychological state has often been referred to as being in "the zone" or being in "flow." Champions can access this state instantly at will. When it comes time to train they turn everything else off and zero in on what they are doing.
(10) Champions have a deep love and boundless enthusiasm for the sport.
To a loser, training and dieting is work and drudgery. To a champion, training and dieting are a love, a joy, and a passion. Champions are enthusiastic about what they do; they can’t wait to train each day. Motivational speaker Tom Hopkins once said, "Work is anything you’re doing when you’d rather be doing something else." Champions are doing what they love, so to them it’s not work at all, its fun!
(11) Champions strive for constant and never ending improvement
Champions are never satisfied with the status quo; they never rest on their laurels. Champions aim for small improvements every day in every way. Champions are open-minded and are always looking for a better way to do things. Although champions are always striving for more, they also realize that success is a journey, so they enjoy each moment and savor every step along the way.
(12) Champions are hard workers; they are willing to go the extra mile
Positive thinking, goal setting, visualization, desire, persistence, and enthusiasm are vital, but without action and hard work, these traits are all worthless. Edison said, "Success is 98% perspiration and 2% inspiration." Champions are hard workers. Champions take consistent action and they are willing to do the things that the losers are not. Champions make themselves go to the gym when they don’t feel like going. Champions stay on the bike another 15 minutes, even when they are exhausted. Champions do 5 extra reps after the losers have stopped. Champions are steadfast with their diets when the failures break down and cheat. Champions have the willingness to train through the pain barrier while the failures quit when it starts to hurt. In short, champions go the extra mile.
BABs - Vicki, Elena, Karlisa, Monique, Robin - you are all champions in my eyes. I see the determination and hard work you put forth. This in turn encourages me to do my best. I know this hard for us all both mentally and physically, but let's take time to look around and enjoy every moment of this journey. A few years from now, it will be a very fond memory!!!!
Dre - Thank you so much for your time and effort in helping us achieve our goal. You are leading us to be the very best we can be – CHAMPIONS!!!!!!!!!
See you soon,
Bea
It's been a bumpy ride the past few weeks. I became very sick the week before the Big Blizzard therefore I missed about a week and half of workouts. I was very depressed during this time feeling so powerless over the virus that took over my body. But luckily I became more focused and eager to continue towards my goal. I always remember Bob Harper's mantra - BELIEVE IN YOURSELF. TRUST THE PROCESS. CHANGE FOREVER. This has been a difficult and very challenging ride so far and I need to stay focused and believe in myself. I'm starting to appreciate my body more. I've really taken it for granted in the past. It's amazing what our bodies do for us everyday. They help us live. We owe it to ourselves to take care of them so they can continue to take care of us. Yes - we all want to look fabulous on the outside, but it's so important to nurture our insides. We want to be on this earth as long as we possibly can, right?
For my fellow BABs - Here are 12 Traits of Champion Bodybuilders by Tom Venuto. Let's keep these in mind as we continue through this challenge.
The 12 Traits of Champions:
(1) Champions are positive thinkers; they believe in themselves.
Undoubtedly the most important quality that all champions share is an unwavering belief that they will succeed. Champions always look for the good in every situation. No matter what obstacles they encounter, they always continue to think positive. Without confidence, faith in your abilities, and positive mental attitude, you’ve defeated yourself before you ever step onstage.
(2) Champions visualize their successes.
Champions understand the importance of positive mental imagery or visualization. Champion bodybuilders visualize exactly how they want their bodies to look, they see themselves standing onstage accepting the first place trophy, and they mentally rehearse every workout in vivid detail. They do this over and over in their minds hundreds or even thousands of times before it becomes physical reality.
(3) Champions surround themselves with positive people and avoid negative influences.
Champions keep themselves in a "positive shell" and do not associate with negative people, places, or things. Arnold Schwarzenegger put it this way: "I have nothing to do with negative relationships. I stay away from negative influences. I have no time for negative thinkers and pessimists. Such people will suck you dry until you have become as pessimistic as they are. Then you’ll have not just one but two losers."
(4) Champions are goal setters.
Champions realize that if they don’t know where they’re going, that is exactly where they’ll end up; nowhere! Champions consistently set long and short-term goals. From day to day workout goals to long term career objectives, champions have written out specific, measurable goals with a deadline.
(5) Champions have a burning desire to succeed.
Champions not only have goals, but they ardently desire them. Robert Collier, summed up the idea of desire beautifully in his 1926 self-help classic Secret of the Ages." He said, "Very few people know how to desire with sufficient intensity. They do not know what it is to feel and manifest that intense, eager, longing, craving, insistent, demanding, ravenous desire which is akin to the persistent, insistent, ardent, overwhelming desire of the drowning man for a breath of air, or a desert-lost man for a drink of water, or the famished man for bread and meat." Champions have burning desire. They want it and they want it badly.
(6) Champions are disciplined and consistent.
Champions live and breathe the bodybuilding lifestyle all year round. They are committed and disciplined in training and dietary practices. They know that in bodybuilding there is no off-season and success does not come overnight. Champions never miss a scheduled workout and never miss a meal. Champion bodybuilders are probably the most dedicated athletes in any sport.
(7) Champions are persistent
Champions never, ever quit. Thomas Edison was the epitome of persistence: He conducted 10,000 experiments before finally finding a filament that would burn in the electric light bulb. Champion bodybuilders approach their vocation with the same diligence of an Edison. They know that if they persist long enough, eventually they must succeed.
(8) Champions learn from their failures
Champions don't view losses as failures, they see them as learning experiences. When asked how it felt to fail 10,000 times, Thomas Edison replied, " I didn’t fail, I learned 9,999 ways that wouldn’t work." Champions know that they haven’t failed until they quit; but once they quit, then they have failed. A champion finds a lesson in every apparent loss and finds ways to grow from it.
(9) Champions have incredible powers of focus and concentration
Champions set goals and then maintain a laser-like focus on them. They have the ability to always keep the long term objective in their sights while focusing 100% on what they are doing at the moment. If you watch a champion train you will notice that they are completely oblivious to their surroundings. 100% of their focus and concentration is on what they are doing. They almost appear to have slipped into a hypnosis-like trance. This peak physiological and psychological state has often been referred to as being in "the zone" or being in "flow." Champions can access this state instantly at will. When it comes time to train they turn everything else off and zero in on what they are doing.
(10) Champions have a deep love and boundless enthusiasm for the sport.
To a loser, training and dieting is work and drudgery. To a champion, training and dieting are a love, a joy, and a passion. Champions are enthusiastic about what they do; they can’t wait to train each day. Motivational speaker Tom Hopkins once said, "Work is anything you’re doing when you’d rather be doing something else." Champions are doing what they love, so to them it’s not work at all, its fun!
(11) Champions strive for constant and never ending improvement
Champions are never satisfied with the status quo; they never rest on their laurels. Champions aim for small improvements every day in every way. Champions are open-minded and are always looking for a better way to do things. Although champions are always striving for more, they also realize that success is a journey, so they enjoy each moment and savor every step along the way.
(12) Champions are hard workers; they are willing to go the extra mile
Positive thinking, goal setting, visualization, desire, persistence, and enthusiasm are vital, but without action and hard work, these traits are all worthless. Edison said, "Success is 98% perspiration and 2% inspiration." Champions are hard workers. Champions take consistent action and they are willing to do the things that the losers are not. Champions make themselves go to the gym when they don’t feel like going. Champions stay on the bike another 15 minutes, even when they are exhausted. Champions do 5 extra reps after the losers have stopped. Champions are steadfast with their diets when the failures break down and cheat. Champions have the willingness to train through the pain barrier while the failures quit when it starts to hurt. In short, champions go the extra mile.
BABs - Vicki, Elena, Karlisa, Monique, Robin - you are all champions in my eyes. I see the determination and hard work you put forth. This in turn encourages me to do my best. I know this hard for us all both mentally and physically, but let's take time to look around and enjoy every moment of this journey. A few years from now, it will be a very fond memory!!!!
Dre - Thank you so much for your time and effort in helping us achieve our goal. You are leading us to be the very best we can be – CHAMPIONS!!!!!!!!!
See you soon,
Bea
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