Diva Mechell - VN Plan Client Blog 2

Okay just had my first weigh-in since starting the nutrition plan, and I lost 5 pounds, I am so excited the scale actually moved downward it has been moving upward for some years now. The most exciting thing from the weigh-in was that I lost 2 inches from my waist, I knew something had changed because when I sit down now my pants do not feel like they are cutting off my circulation in my stomach anymore.

I was telling Dre today, that I finally got the hang of this program now, I finally am comfortable in my new lifestyle of eating. Last night I went to an anniversary party for my friend, I was asked to bring a pan of chicken wings. I pick up the pan of wings freshly cooked, and I rode all the way to Lynwood from the city with these "fried wings" in my back seat. The smell was driving me insane, I wanted to pull over on the Bishop Ford expressway, and eat a couple of wings but I kept driving to the destination. Once I got to the party there was so much food, fried chicken, rib tips, macaroni & cheese, spaghetti, meatballs, cakes, pies, I was so nervous to be around all this food. But D3 family you all would be proud of me I got a plate of salad and fruit and did not touch any of that other food, my friends were amazed at me, but very proud and inspired by my willpower.

I have come to realize that I am on a mission here not to just be a "hottie", but to make sure I become the healthiest person I can be, and I can only do this by being committed and disciplined to myself and my body.

The most exciting experience from the weigh-in today, was to see how Dre was elated at our results today, it was like a proud mama being so proud of her children. Dre I truly thank you for your commitment and dedication, it keeps me going.

Until the next blog, D3 have an "Awesome and Healthy" week.

Diva "Hottie" Mechell

TGIF...ARRGGGHHH!!

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;-)

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

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

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 :)

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!!