Week 7....

Well for starters this is my topic for this week! Many of you who've been reading my weekly blogs at some point may have noticed my flier for a one day Glam Camp, that may I, dare say... I've worked so hard on trying to make this event happen and for future camps as well. I had a vision on how to help other women looking to compete, as I know first hand what it feels like to be a new competitor. There are so many questions, & concerns and it seems not all coaches or people that have been in the world of competing have that patience to deal with all those questions and concerns a newbie may have. That is where I would have come in and still may in the future. For now, I have my blog.  Ultimately, things didn't work out for this particular event and for the  future camps with this person.  I was crushed with disappointment and hurt that all my hard work and dedication wasn't seen or valued in a way that I thought it would be. I should have known better than to put all my eggs in one basket! This is just another lesson in life and I wouldn't change all the hard work I put into it, I would have, however, made sure that we were 100% in agreement before ultimately wasting so much time and effort only to not be compensated! Nonetheless, I've got to hold my head high, stay strong, stay focused and intern revamp a few things. Besides, just by writing this blog, hopefully I'm able to help others in some way. That to me, is the most gratifying! Being able to help other women who want to live a healthy and fit lifestyle.  I'm also in the process of getting myself competition ready and so this brings justification to my topic "Good Things Come To Those Who Work Their Asses Off and Never, Ever Give Up!!!!!"

I can promise, that I will continue to figure out a plan on how to help not only, other future competitors, but all women who ultimately want to get in fabulous bikini shape!  Anything is possible when you fully believe in yourself and if your not afraid to work hard! Sure, there will always be ups & downs, as their are for many other things in life but I really think when you feel good about yourself, you are more capable in dealing with these obstacles. Stay tuned for a new and improved flier! I'm working on another plan as we speak...

There are 8 weeks left until my show. I'm as focused as ever and my eye is on the prize! I close my eyes and I can envision the final product! All my hard work will pay off! I will have improved my stage presence and the areas on my body that I thought needed improvements, will have vastly improved. Today, after my work out, I busted out my clear 6 inch heels and practiced posing. I plan on practicing every day for at least 15 minutes. The workouts I've put together for myself, I'm still feeling are right on track! I'm looking forward to spring as I can return to my early morning outdoor runs. I've also made a few little tweaks to my diet posted. In support of my best friend,( who's also competing with me) I've eliminated all fruit from my diet as she has had to do the same, and so we are going through it together. It's amazing what happens when you have someone that can relate to you and be supportive with. I've also started to carb cycle. By carb cycling, I mean one day I may have 3 servings of carbs & the next day I may have one. This will keep my body guessing and in turn make my body work harder. My plan is to try this for the next 2 weeks and monitor how my body responds. I will also add more recipes for all of you to try. Chicken, Turkey & Egg Whites can get boring for some and also can become so monotonous that you find yourself cheating on your diet. I'm always trying out new recipes and recommend you check out www.oxygenmagazine.com as they have great resources for recipes and training.

Make sure to wake up everyday with "determination" and go to bed everyday with "satisfaction" Take it one day at a time... but most of all Always stay POSITIVE!