Posts made in May, 2009
Happy Memorial Day!
If you're new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. Thanks for visiting!Are you headed to a bbq this weekend? Do you think you’ll be tempted by the tasty treats. You can do it! YOU HAVE CONTROL!! Just like Janet Jackson This is a story about control, my control Control of what I say, control of what I do And this time I’m gonna do it my way I hope you enjoy this as much as I do Are we ready? I am? cause its all about control And Ive got lots of it And you do!! You are the master of your domain. You made the decision to lose weigh or keep the weight off. So now it’s up to you to create the perfect environment to achieve your goals and stay in...
Read More5 ways to avoid weight loss procrastination!
There is nothing like a dream to create the future. — Victor Hugo, Les Miserables Here are 5 ways to give you the kick in the butt to jump start your weight loss procrastination. The unofficial start to summer, Memorial Day is just 4 short days away! Understand your motivation: If you are planning to lose weight for someone other than yourself, it will never work. Get real around why you want to lose the weight! Do you have a summer event coming up and want to fit into that little black dress or have you signed up for a summer road race and need some motivation to get training. Step back and look yourself in the eye and ask WHY DO I WANT TO DO THIS! Use your...
Read MoreSkinny Bitch
I just started reading the book Skinny Bitch based on my friend from the gym’s recommendation. She said it had so funny moments that it was very in your face direct and I like books like that. I am about 1/2 through the book and it has stirred up some mixed emotions for me. Points I agree with: some women are sick and tried of being fat there is no such thing as diet, its a way of life stop eating sh#%t Junk food, even fat free, sugar free is a chemical sh&%t storm you are what you eat fats are good for you (in moderation of course) Points I have trouble with: Vegan-ism Everything organic — can be a little tough on your wallet if you are feeding a...
Read MoreToday’s Workout
I’m 8 weeks out from my show and now its when I start to really firm it up. Elliptical 20 min itread 20 min — great kick ass interval running program. I did level 3. Great sprint and hill workout 30 min routine practice — starting to really get my air lifts and sushanova’s. Related posts: Tight Ass Tuesday
Read MoreEat Pasta Carefully
Tip #1 by Dr. John Berardi As a God-fearing Italian, I have to admit that I love pasta. But, as a gut-fearing weight lifter and athlete, I definitely have to choose the lower GI, nutrient dense whole-wheat variety. During training phases that require or allow for higher carbohydrate intake (higher volume training) I’ll eat one whole-wheat pasta meal per day. During other phases (like where I’m trying to lose fat), the pasta stays on the shelf in favor of a higher lean protein, good fat, and fruit and veggie intake. SEE ALSO: This tip is sponsored by Precision Nutrition - our pick for the best nutrition and supplement resource currently available. Containing...
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