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I had a fabulous weekend and stuck to my guns when out with my friends.   No drinking.  Well except that one glass of wine.  But I that is pretty mild compare to my norm.  So I would say I did dam good. 

I made it to the gym Saturday morning.  I wont make it back until Wednesday due to the funeral stuff I have to deal with.  Then I wil lbe back at it and changes will happen. 

Sorry so short.

Eat clean, workout intensely and stay motivated.  Only you can make it happen.

I am so glad to be back on here.  The few posts I read this morning made me wonder why I ever got out of the habit of visiting.  Well I know what it was. Life got in the way.  I didn’t make a priority. That is why I gained weight again, my lifts dropped, and my intensity level was non existence. 

Reading Im_ready’s post about her fabulous bench reminded me how much I enjoyed lifting big numbers.  I mean really if you are going to do it.  Do it hard.  Really get out of the comfort zone.  Truth was I was tired of unloading the bar when I worked out with the big boys. It was easier to just lift what they lifted.  Sure I still lift more than most that walk in but nothing compared to what I did.

I want my circle back again. I mean I still chat with a lot of them off and on.  They really helped keep me going and I hope I helped them as well.  Friendship is a two way street and one that requires regular maintenance.  Surrounding yourself with people who for the most part have a common goal really helps to keep you on track. 

I am down four pounds already this week.  I think it is mostly water but hey it’s a start.  Plus better to get rid of that now so I can work on the hard stuff.  Lol  

Work hard. Eat Clean. Stay motivated.

S

Not much to say today. Had a death in the family.  Not real motivated but I will work through it.  Have a great day.

Good Morning BB.Com

Well I am officially starting over again.  Stepped on that scale and damn I have been a very bad girl.  Yep! Let myself fall into the old habits and naughty ways.  It is time for positive and permanent changes.  I am going to clean up my act…again

 

Starting tomorrow I will be hitting the treadmill at 4:30am for some high intensity interval training.   It will suck at first but I know it is exactly what I need.  Plus don’t I deserve a little punishment for not sticking with things? Yep I thought so too.   

Seriously I love HIIT once I get in the habit of it. I mean it’s great to know you can push your body to the limit over and over again.  Knowing that it’s doing nothing but improving.  I can’t believe I let myself get away from it.  I know the last few months have been a little depressing and filled with issues but it’s still no reason not to take care of myself.  It’s a shame when a couple of months bring you to the point of starting over again.  I am really disappointed in myself.  Well enough of that. 

Last night I went to the gym.  Talk about dragging.  I knew if I told myself I was too tired I would skip.  My workout wasn’t as intense as I would like but I got it done.  I can feel it today so I know I did it some good.  I did cardio and worked chest.  Since I am really just getting back into training again consistently, I went simple: bench press, dumbbell press, dumbbell flyes, and peck deck.  All were four sets of 8 to 12 with medium weight.  I think the maximum I did on the bench was 115.  By mid April, I will start pushing myself again with drop sets and pyramids.  Start get my bench back up to the 200 for multiple reps.  That’s my goal for now.
 

Tonight I will train legs and butt.  That is going to be a major focus area over the next 8 weeks.  I plan on working them three days a week with weights and then adding in plyometrics, kempo and yoga on down days.  I know you are thinking over training but I know what it takes to shape them up.  I am going back to split training also.  Am cardio session, evening weight and other sessions.  I will take one complete day off with active rest. 
 

My motivation is high. I am committed to making positive changes.  I am determined.  I also think my new support group will help me stay motivated. 
 

http://groups.bodybuilding.com/destination_me_2009
 

I have found that when you work together and encourage each other, everyone goes a lot farther. 
 

Well I have to get to work. 
 

S
 

PS  I am working on a scholarship to get my personal training certification.  If any of my friends would like to email me a note of recommendation I can add to my application, it is much appreciated. 

I am back from the most wonderful and romantic vacation I have been on in years.  For those of you that haven’t been to Caesars Pocono Palace, I highly recommend.  Our room was wonderful… private pool so inviting… fireplace made cuddling fun while sipping from a glass of blackberry wine…the view from the private balcony was so relaxing…the whirlpool heart shaped tub was very welcoming.  The resort so had their stuff together too.  I mean the food was delicious.  The bar served fabulous drinks… I know you really can’t mess that up.  Oh and the couples games, lets just say they got a little up close and personal but everyone had a great time.  Truly I can’t wait to go back.

Hey guys.  I am hanging in there and working out hard.  Making a few positive steps forward.  Disappointed I am not at the Arnold this year but hey life goes on.  Keep pushing.