Can I do it in half the time?
Ok, so originally I was giving myself 6 weeks to prepare for a natural competition. When, to my surprise, it was moved earlier. I was given 5 weeks to prepare for this show! In the past, I’ve always had 8 weeks because of the shape I let myself get to. This time, I’m not in a bad spot, but i’m still unsure of how my body will adjust in the short amount of time.
I’m officially 4 weeks out from stage time and feelin’ pretty good. I’ve been doing 2 hours of cardio a day (as often as my schedule permits at www.sweat954.com) and training 5x a week.
My weight is in check: 125lbs, bodyfat will be determined in 2 days when I get pinched. This will be the best indicator for me. Regardless, I never go in to these shows expecting to win or looking to win. I just want to do better than I did in the previous shows.
Even though this has only been the first week of real training, I’m exhausted! wow, when does it get easier? I always say its the first 2 weeks that the roughest, then its just routine.
I’d like to see myself under 10% bodyfat by showtime and under 120lbs. Don’t wanna look to scrawny, but I know from the past what works best for my body.
I’m heading in to the first weekend in several months of no drinking or cheat meals. I’m actually looking more forward to sleeping! Juggling MBA classes, working over 60 hours a week and training in between takes it toll.
I’ve created this blog to keep me focused. Not sure if anyone is following it, but it helps to rant.
