OUCH it hurts when I walk but it’s even more painful when I try to sit, move to a standing position and the stairs…forget about it! The leg workout I endured yesterday has left its mark on me. I am reminded every time I move, of the intensity of yesterday’s workout. I’ve never been this sore, but I continue to persevere!
I didn’t wake up as early today as I did yesterday…but for most of us, it was early enough 3:55am. The anticipation of this morning’s back and abdominal workout is what got me out of bed 20 minutes earlier than what the alarm clock was set for. This was a workout that challenged me. I handled it far better than my leg workout. Don’t get me wrong, my back is starting to show signs of today’s workout. I should plan on sitting in a tub of ice tomorrow between the soreness of my legs and what’s to come with my back. I might need a gurney by Friday ;-)
This training is like no other, it is not for the weak and I’m not referring to strength. Your mind has to be strong and completely focused on the end goal; it is the one thing that is getting you through every workout, each meal, and the high degree of soreness brought on by each workout. What keeps me in the game…my mind! What motivates me you ask? The other women I’m training with, who are sculpted down to every muscle in their body, the women in Oxygen Magazine, and finally the monumental moment of being on stage in November. November isn’t as far away as you might think. It will be Thanksgiving before we know it.
The meal plan is not to be messed with, it is the most critical part of getting ready for a figure show. My meals are measured and weighed, the portions are small, but the hunger is down from what I experienced yesterday. Thank God!! I apologize to my family and friends who had to deal with mama bear yesterday. I couldn’t stand myself so I can only imagine what they were thinking.
As limiting and low cal as my meals are, I’m enjoying them more than I thought. It’s a pure cleanse from the water to the meals. While my body may not look any different than it did on Sunday, it feels 100% different. The meals are basic and don’t come with a side of sauce or dressing. My sides are 6-8 oz of vegetables served with a small chicken breast or fish. I eat 5-6 meals each day which include a portion of protein and complex carbs. My favorite meal plan would be today’s! I was thrilled to be able to have some rice cakes, oatmeal and a little sugar free jelly. I know you are probably thinking “who likes sugar free jelly”…someone who is very hungry and has zero sugar in their diet. I will cherish the mornings I get to eat rice cakes with a little sugar free jelly. It will be as satisfying as eating a piece of dark chocolate (my favorite). The meals are fresh, clean and I make everyone of them.
You have to plan out your meals, cook and grill a head of time, otherwise you are screwed. You can’t skip a meal, so what do you do if your meals aren’t prepared ahead of time… you don’t let it happen. There are no substitutes. You make your shopping list, you go to the store, come home and prepare. It’s a job that can’t be overlooked.
This might sound like a lot of work to the masses out there, but for me it’s not far off from what I was doing before. The truth is, it’s all mental. Yes, I’m drained from the decrease in calories and increase in workouts, the excitement has disrupted my sleep, but that still isn’t enough to quit.
I’m ready for tomorrow. The alarm is set, all my clothes are laid out, my water bottle is full, and everything is ready to go when I wake up!
If you put your mind to it, you can accomplish anything you WANT, no matter how much work it requires or how exhausted you are. Nothing will get in the way. What are you waiting for…got get it; I am!
Until next time…
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