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Gearing up for the ‘O’

Wednesday, September 26th, 2007

It’s Wednesday, two more days until we pull out of SD headed for Sin City. I’m soooo excited and motivated with my training!

The nutrition side of my trainining is going VERY well. I will be very comfortable with my bodyfat come this weekend (who wants to be fatty at the Olympia?!!). The gym workouts are good, not quite where I’d like them but I’m being very consistent with my cardio and the rewards are starting to show!

Oh, I never commented on my husbands return condition. He came back from deployment about 30 lbs lighter than when he left (I lost about 15 lbs). He looks AMAZING!! Not too shredded but definitely not too fluffy either. I’ve never seen him look this good before, it’s like I can’t stop looking at him (smile). I’m very pleased/proud of his hard work and dedication while he was underway. It’s kinda sad cause the guys AND girls all look at him now…sheesh.

XOXOXO

Chocol8

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Back from the Tournament of Champions!!

Sunday, September 23rd, 2007

Oh my, where to start?! What a kick butt great time! Wow, that day could’ve stretched into a few more and it would have been fine by me!

We’ll start with us: We left San Diego at 9:22 am, yeah I know, it’s a bit exacting but that’s what time it was! We got to Anaheim at 11;05 so we barely missed any of the show at all (5 minutes or so). The only class we found to be faily impressive were the Middle Weights. It just wasn’t a very big or good show but fun. Here’s what the guys thought of the prejudging…

Prejudging participation

For the amateur Figure ladies, Olga Torres looked great as always though I think she’s stuck at this level for a while until she hardens up her bottom half a bit more (but for her age, she looks AWESOME!).

Now about the pros: Gina Aliotti BROUGHT IT proper! (congrats girl!). There was NO doubt at all that she would repeat a win last night. Our friend Meriza DeGuzman although she was QUITE a bit smaller than everyone else HELD HER OWN and got called out in the prejuding in the top 6 (she qualified for the Olympia)! Not bad for her ProDebut! (congrats AGAIN!).

Gina and Meriza

I’ve never seen her onstage, only behind the scenes helping her girls at their shows. I also loved Tanji Johnson’s physique and stage presence. Talk about relaxed and confident! My other favorite was Nancy Georges though she didn’t place that well. It was nice to see her on stage and wow is she tall (I love it!).

We had a great time watching the show, me, my Sweetie (TJ), PD Devers, Luc, Brian, TMichael & Derrick Farnsworth. It’s amazing how much trouble a group of guys can get into….

A new Boy Band?

I had NO idea. My son and husband can’t hang out unchapperoned anymore! =0)

Between the prejuding and evening show we headed over to the Fitness Grill for lunch. We had the pleasure of also dining with John Scott and Tanji Johnson. Good times, good times! Brian and TMichael came late so we (Me and TJ) lagged back with them so they could eat while Tanji and Gina went back to prep.

After the ladies grabbed their wins we all headed over Gina’s favorite spot, the Cheesecake Factory for dinner. With a party of 16 folks, it was super fun (and loud)!

Rowdy Bunch

I have to say that Gina is a brat, but in a totally good way and PD has no sense whatsoever (love ya!). Pete, Derrick, Meriza and a few others opted for a quiter side of the restaurant but came over to say hey before they left.

Derrick, Pete and Meriza

Wow, I had a simply wonderful time! Oh yeah, John and Dena (sp?) came to evening show and dinner, he’s S-W-O-L-E!!! =)

John and Dena

I’ll post photos after I get back from doing cardio of some of the crazy folks.

Gotta go get ready for the Olympia next weekend (and it gets better?!). Here’s the love of my life…

The love of my life

XOXOXO

Chocol8

Ps. As a little side note on myself, I did a testimonial photoshoot a few weeks ago for the company who makes Thermophoric (Spectra Force Research (http://www.sfrsupplements.com/)). I was told last night by the photographer that they will be using the ad in Flex magazine. =)

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Getting ready for the Tournament of Champions Tomorrow

Friday, September 21st, 2007

Yep, we’re pretty excited about heading to Anaheim to check out the show. During the intermission we’re probably headed over to a really good restaurant in Diamond Bar (The Fitness Grill). If you live in the area, you really should check it out.

I’m out of work for the week! Have a great weekend and be safe!!

XOXO

Chocol8

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L-Boogie’s back!

Tuesday, September 18th, 2007

Hey now, what’s been going on while I’ve been away enjoying my husband (wicked grin here)?! =)

Training is going well, nothing new to add just more of the same. The physique is leaning out quite nicely, my Tanita scale still has me at 22% BF, whateva!

Today I did shoulders, had a good workout but not enough time to bang out cardio so I’ll be doing that this evening. Oh, we got word that we ARE going to the Olympia next week. I’m SOOOOOO STOKED!! My girl, Gina A is hoping to place in the top 5 this year, she’s looking incredible. She, My Hubby, PD and I (along with 2 other gym friends) went to a Comedy show last weekend. She look HAWT! I was like DANG! Lol, I guess that’s how the pros roll…

Now we’re getting ready to hit the Tournament of Champions this weekend. The lineup promises to be really impressive. I can’t wait to see who wins out overall in the figure category.

My nutrition has taken a WILD swing away from where it was. I’m now having salads 4 meals of the day, who’d have thunk it?!!

Gotta roll!

XOXO

Ciao for Now!

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It’s been forever and day but…

Monday, September 10th, 2007

Here I am one day before the love of my life returns from deployment and I’m rather pleased with my progress. Seems my body likes my current weight very much (150 lbs) or maybe I’m just comfortable with it subconsciously. Dunno but I’m done stressing with it, actually I was done about 3 weeks ago. I had to take a breather, step back and evaluate my priorities, my health or looking good. I chose the first option, made some modifications to my diet and am still maintaining a good weight with decent leanness.

It’s about 3:15 am, couldn’t sleep anymore so I’m up and contemplating lifting AND cardio today instead of just cardio as originally planned. I think I’m going to lift, just because I can! (smile).

So, how do I feel one day away from my hubby’s return? Quietly excited. It’s kinda weird, last time I was all nervous and doing STRANGE stuff. Now, it’s quiet knowing that he’s home and will probably never be deployed again. There’s a certain gentle peace (with that mild skip of the heartbeat when I think about seeing him again). Ok, lol, this sounds like a love story!

Back to training: I hit legs yesterday, had a good one. It’s been off and on for them. My right knee - oh, there’s the alarm clock, brb - ok, as I was saying, it’s been bothering me when I take a few days off from training legs. This didn’t start until I did that really long walk. Hmmmm. Hopefully it’ll pass, I can do without having to skip legs (of all things). I must say though, the glute exercises have been helping ‘lift’ the derriere (which I’m ecstatic about).

Oh, yesterday I had a photo shoot for a potential spot for a supplement company. It was a cool thing to do, whether I’m chosen or not I really appreciate the opportunity. I don’t think I take very good photos but maybe they’ll think differently. Either way, i’m a happy girl and I give God all the credit for it!