Chicana_Peach’s Transformation Blog

I went ahead and took new measurements today as well as my bodyfat. Some measurements are up and some are DOWN. I’m really excited about my calves going up Those suckers are STUBBORN! I didn’t get to take my BF measurements when i first started the Extreme Fat Destruction plan by Stevep78 so don’t know how that has changed. Got to be back to leaning out since my surgery, because i’m starting to see my veins become prominent again. I love that I’m a veiny girl. No way did i dare try to weight myself today after going out for dinner yesterday for Mothers Day. I will weigh in later this week and not obsess over it. All about that body composition baby

On another note, i’m going to order some Mitotropin by Gaspari and see how it works. I know that there are no miracle pills so don’t even go there. I have read so many great reviews on this and want to try it for myself.

You all know what i mean. Diet is on track during the week, but when the dreaded weekends come up it gets challenging. This weekend well it was Mothers Day My husband is so used to going out to eat on Fridays and sometimes Saturdays. I have been going out with him and just trying to choose wisely. I need to get better with this and not get tempted when he orders dessert or appetizers. He keeps saying i will be alright, but he is a guy and he can lose way faster than i would lose. Lucky guys!

Another thing i need to crack on is lowering my cardio. I think i’m doing way too much and my body is holding on to fat! So i’m starting to just do RPM classes 2xs a week instead of 3 and my fav which is the step class once a week. Only warmup of 5 mins on non cardio days! Lets see what this does for me

Hi all! I just wanted to update on what is going on with me. Well, i hooked up on Stevep78’s extreme fat destruction plan after seeing some of his members including my husband have awesome results. Its weird, but i am already feeling leaner and have lost 1.5 pounds by the scale, but you know that is probably water weight. I’m looking to shed about 15 pounds by the Summer time so i’m ready to rock this plan in the coming months and looking forward to seeing some supreme results My body is so sore and freaked out already with one week down. My legs are unbelievably sore which i guess is a good thing. Not lifting extremely heavy since i just had surgery like 2 months ago, but lots of reps and all will give ya a nice burn no doubt! I feel like great things are in store for me and loving the pump i’m getting on this plan. I will post some progress pics later on when i see the results are worthy to show I’m sure though on Steve’s plan that i will have them and with all the inspirational transformations so far on here, who wouldn’t be inspired? I’m not able to work abs yet (had tummy surgery) until 1 more month and then i can do them without weight. Bring it on! I leave you guys with some song suggestions off of my playlists. If you got something in mind that you think i will like, please let me know. I’m up for new songs to rock out.

For you hardcore people (like me :

Dead Embryonic Cells - Sepultura
embedded - Job for a Cowboy
Severed - Mudvayne
Lie to my Face - Carnifex
Couterfeit - Limp Bizkit
The Rising Tide - Job for a Cowboy
Heaven’s a Lie - Lacuna Coil
Perfect Insanity - Disturbed
Piggy - NIN
Propaganda - Sepultura
Everything Ends - Slipknot (LOVE THIS SONG!)
Crucified - Sevendust
Under my Skin - Mudvayne
Butcher’s Hook - Slipknot
Droppin’ Plates - Disturbed
Rearranged - Limp Bizkit
Waffle - Sevendust
Cultivate - Slipknot
Me Inside - Slipknot
Superbeast - Rob Zombie

I have more playlist suggestions. Will post them in another blog, stay tuned!

I got asked for tips from a few on how to stone suits since i did some stoning on mine so i decided to compile a blog giving tips/instructions that will help others as well. It will save you some money and it will be your unique creation

Stones
I have ordered stones from http://www.tamisplace.com/

She is awesome and ships out FAST, very reasonable prices too.

I have also ordered from http://www.dreamtimecreations.com/

I prefer the first site, the second site i believe sells the broche things that go in the middle of the top if you wanted to add some bling to the 2 piece if it doesn’t have it. I did that with my burgundy 2 piece. I wouldn’t order any stones smaller than 10ss as they are really hard to work with and i used e6000 glue to apply the stones. I also searched on the web for suits that i thought were nice and easy to kind of imitate and give me ideas for my design. You can order different colors, shapes and sizes. The most common stone color is crystal clear (i work mostly with just flat back stones).

Things to have ready when you get ready to stone your suit.

1. cardboard box big enough to stretch your suit around to keep it taut (i used a priority box).

2. Some stones facing down ready to be picked up and applied.

3. washcloth to wipe off excess glue.

4. toothpicks to clean around stones (you do want to surround the stone with a little bit of excess glue to make sure it doesn’t come off easy though especially when you go to wash your suit).

5. Only do small sections at a time and don’t leave the glue tube open for long times as it will dry out. I would squeeze out a little in something capped so i would get some with a toothpick to apply to the stones. I would let the section that i applied stones with dry for at least an hour before beginning another section.
*Another tip: Most suits can be washed in Woolite if no instructions are on your suit. I would not recommend having it drycleaned or put in the washer.

I hope this helps! That is pretty much what i could remember. Stoning the suit while prepping helped me keep my mind off food and it was fun doing, although a bit tedious at times, but you can be proud of your work on the suit regardless. I have a video on my page where i showed my one piece on the box and how it came along, i don’t think at that point that it was finished, but you can get an idea. Good luck and get your bling on!

Hi everyone! I got back to training after 4 weeks off due to my surgery and i can hardly walk! I have been just doing lightweight, but keeping rep ranges between 15-20 (mostly 15) and doing 3-4 sets with my exercises. I have also been doing slower tempos so that really triggered my muscles into shock! I am totally sore everywhere except my hamstrings aren’t too bad. Those are some hard boogers to get sore and make grow, but from what i see that is one of the most difficult areas for most women anyways. My calves is another story, they are STILL sore from Wednesdays workout. My right one feels like it cramps up and stays stiff if i don’t move around. I was surprised about this since i was using lighter weight…lol. Maybe some growth will come out of it since my calves are so small.
I started off like this for my first week and may keep this going for awhile. I can’t go back full blown until 3 months out and then i don’t know if i can do any ab workouts, i may have to wait until i’m 6 months out from surgery:

Monday - Biceps/Triceps & 45 mins cardio

Tuesday - Chest/Back & 45 mins cardio

Wednesday - Hams/calves & 45 mins cardio

Thursday - Traps/shoulders & 45 mins cardio

Friday - Legs & 45 mins cardio

Saturday - 45 mins cardio(was going to take off, but felt up for it)

Sunday - OFF
I am doing low to moderate intensity cardio and i break it up like 25 mins before lifting and then the rest after my lifts. This seems to work well for me. I take NoShotgun before/during my lifts which tends to help me and a bit of beta alanine. So far so good. I’m still undecided if i like NoShotgun better than Vasocharge. I feel like Vasocharge kicks in better, but we will see after awhile. Eats have been alright, although not 100% and i’m have been allowing myself 2 weekly cheat meals. The scale hasn’t changed really which i’m happy with, but i do need to get my water intake up since i have been slacking on that. Almost time to order some more protein powder, dang it goes fast for real now since my husband (rpeebles75) has started a healthier lifestyle. Its all good though. Thanks for reading!

I would like to get some recommendations on a weight lifting program that i can do while i have recently had surgery. I’m not allowed to lift heavy for awhile and have to keep the weights light till further notice from my doc. I am going back to the gym to lift weights in about 4-6 weeks depending on how i heal. Any recommendations on a good workout program that will still bring in some results? I got in mind maybe high reps with light weight? I definitely want to keep the muscle i have now, but if i can build some or just maintain, then i’m ok with that. Thanks for any suggestions!

Hi all, just wanted to update as to how my recovery is going. I am almost 2 weeks post op and the swelling is subsiding slowly. I didn’t expect to be so swollen after my TT procedure, but it could last 3-6 months to see some what of final results. I have been eating pineapple (contains Bromelian) which helps with the recovery and swelling. I’m also taking my vitamin C along with my mutli vitamin. I have been eating 90% clean since being home and have shed 3 lbs since then.

I also got to try on my bikini bottoms and my comp suit bottom and they fit just right! There were a few i will not be able to wear, but that is ok. My husband was nice enough to let me order 2 new bikinis from VS and hopefully they will fit. I have been lounging around in sweats since the surgery as my jeans are not fitting right now and i don’t want anything constricting around my waist.Got to be comfortable.
I should be able to go to the gym in 2 weeks and do light cardio, but lifting has to wait until another 2-4 weeks after that and then it will be light weights. Oh boy, going to have fun doing that. Ego killer..lol. Gotta follow the rules though. I refuse to pick up the pink dumbbells I’m already checking out some new gym gear kind of a present to me getting back at the gym. I love the BEBE sport stuff!

I go back to the doc on Tuesday for a check up, it will be nice to get out. I haven’t really been out of the house too much since the surgery. It hurts a bit to sit for long periods of time so i make my rounds around the house with my 2 yr old. I have even started cooking some dinners and started doing light housework. My daughter does keep me busy during the week though…lol. Need to slow my roll. We both get bored so we head outside to play a bit and she loves to feed the doggies. I can tell though she misses the gym daycare, everyone just about knows her there since i stay a good bit when i was working out. Sort of a celebrity status…hehe. Alright, that is all i got. Wish me well and thanks for reading!

This is a recipe that my husband found in a mag while at the gym and it has become a favorite around here. I have it with my early carb meals and it kills my sweet tooth.

Brown Sugar coated Sweet Potatoes

5 oz uncooked peeled sweet potatoes cut in cubes

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp cinnamon

1 tbsp Splenda brown sugar blend

Heat pan with oil until hot, add potatoes and let them cook till tender which is about 15 minutes or so. Then add the cinnamon and coat the potatoes. Finally add the Splenda brown sugar and let it melt in with the potatoes. This coats the potatoes with the sweetness. Yummy!

I have decided to hold off from doing any competitions in June or anytime soon. I have given this some thought and have discussed it with my husband. I have high standards this time around, i want to bring up my upper body the way i want and have better overall conditioning. A year should do the trick hopefully. I will know when its "GO" time. I want to be COMPETITION when i get on that stage and not have a doubt in my mind. Not necessarily win (although that would be NICE!), but have a high ranking and be proud that my hard work came through. I want to shine on stage and be proud. I love competing and just the journey you go through to make it to that stage is something that is so different from anything i have done and very rewarding to me. Is it a struggle with a family? YES! Is it worth it? YES IT IS! Is it easy? NO NO NO! If you love a challenge and something to look back onto and say YES I DID IT and have some cool stories and pics to share..something that many do NOT do and go for it. I was unique in that way then do something like this. I don’t mean necessarily in bodybuilding for someone, but just something unique and mind blowing

Also i know i discussed in my earlier blogs of how i wanted a tummy surgery to help my tummy. Lots of stretch marks and loose skin that can not be helped by exercise and diet. I have done my research on it and have decided to get it done. I have had 2 consultations so far, but i’m still checking out some other surgeons. Hopefully i can have it done in February so i can heal up some before the summer time is here FINALLY i want to feel confident of being free in a bikini and not worrying about eyes on my stomach with the "eww" looks. Thought i could live with it, but it REALLY bothers me. There are more reasons to it as i have discussed. Praying this is the right decision and that everything turns out well. Wish me luck!

WOOT! Feeling great and excited that i’m in the ZONE with the clean eats and the hard ass workouts. Staying motivated by coming on here and chatting with my friends and team mates. Holding yourself accountable and discussing your experiences with other like minded people makes a big impact. Although my weight is higher, i feel LEANER. It also helps that my husband has been doing a diet for the past 3 weeks too. He gets to cook for me every now and then, you know how we get tired of our own cooking and he can be a creative cook too. He knows what he can use for my meals cause i will go OFF…HAHA, ok not like CRAZY off, but i will be pissed. He is reading labels more and just being more aware of stuff. He doesn’t even want to take a cheat meal a week. Hope he hangs on to this lifestyle, he is getting pretty hooked already and reading up a lot on fitness.

Anyways, my workouts have been very productive. Hitting higher numbers just about every week. I’m currently sore from my leg workout i had on Friday. OUCHIE! My shoulders were burning throughout my workout today, but it was a GOOD burn ya know? I was DETERMINED to hit new numbers today in the gym on shoulders as that is my lagging bodypart that i REALLY need to bring up. I want my shoulders to match my big quads. Oh, my husband bought the Iron Gym pull up bar cause he knew i wanted it and he is using it too. My back needs to be brought up too. Everytime i walk by it now, i want to jump up and give it hell. Chin ups i can do, pulls up…NOT YET. My goal is to be able to do at least ONE unassisted pull up within the next month. Is that a realistic goal? I’m going to do my damndest to STOMP IT. Alright, that is all i have to report. If you want some MOTIVATION, check out my latest bodybuilding video i uploaded today. Love the song too.