cubaricangirl’s BodyBlog

Hi Y’all,

It sure has been a while since I have written. And I want to start by saying that I have been in "Jill World" these last few weeks. And I have to say… Its pretty lonely here. Ive been sick twice on antibiotics changed jobs and moved my home….all in the last 4 weeks. I have been dealing with personal and emotional stuff on my end, and my friendships and workouts, diet etc…have all begun to suffer. I pretty much have eaten everything that wasnt nailed down just as a coping mechanism against what LIFE has been throwing at me lately. As a result I am up in my weight, and not feeling so good. But here is the best part of being human. Tomorrow is a new day, and WE can always start over.  This is something that seems so simple, yet, I have to really stop and listen to this. "Tomorrow is a new day". Just because I have been less than perfect the last 4 weeks, does not mean I have undone all the hard work I have done. It just means, I have gone back a few steps and its time to stop….Turn around and continue along the path I have chosen. I guess, if it were easy, I would have done it a long time ago right? I miss the gym, I miss my workouts, I miss my progress.

So new goal, as of Monday September 1, 2008… I will be on a 60 day cutting cycle. High Intensity Training, Cardio, Training with my trainer.  My trainer always says, your body is a business, if you are sick, or dont come into work, sh** does not get done. Business comes to a hault. Well no more…Business as usual. Back on track.

Thanks again to those who support me everyday, and check in on me. You guys are the best. And to those I don’t know yet. Keep an eye on me, I will not disappoint. We are in this together. And its a journey not a race.

Have an awesome Labor Day!

xoxo

j.lo

If I can do it anyone can!

Ok, so today, my post is a song, that I have been listening to over and over the last few days. It really hits me and I just know I need to share it…Since we cant have Music on our page…(um hmm…admin, wink, nudge) I thought I would share the lyrics with y’all….this song pretty much sums up what I feel, what I should be feeling, what I want to feel….and Im so excited to share it…enjoy!

"Strength, Courage & Wisdom" Indie Arie

Inside my head there lives a dream that I want to see in the sun
Behind my eyes there lives a me that I’ve been hiding for much too long
‘Cause I’ve been, too afraid to let it show
‘Cause I’m scared of the judgment that may follow
Always putting off my living for tomorrow
It’s time to step out on faith, I’ve gotta show my faith
It’s been illusive for so long, but freedom is mine today
I’ve gotta step out on faith, It’s time to show my faith
Procrastination had me down but look what I have found, I found

Strength, courage, and wisdom
And it’s been inside of me all along,
Strength, courage, and wisdom
Inside of me

Behind my pride there lives a me, that knows humility
Inside my voice there is a soul, and in my soul there is a voice
But I’ve been, too afraid to make a choice
‘Cause I’m scared of the things that I might be missing
Running too fast to stop and listen

It’s time to step out on faith, I’ve gotta show my faith
It’s been illusive for so long but freedom is mine today
I’ve gotta step out on faith it’s time to show my faith
Procrastination had me down but look what I have found, I found

Strength, courage, and wisdom
And it’s been inside of me all along,
Strength, courage, and wisdom
Inside of me

I close my eyes and I think of all the things that I want to see
‘Cause I know, now that I’ve opened up my heart I know that
Anything I want can be, so let it be, so let it be:.

Strength, courage, and wisdom
It’s been inside of me all along,
Strength, courage, wisdom
It’s been inside of me all along, everyday I’m praying for:

Strength, courage, and wisdom
To find me, yeah,
Strength, courage, and wisdom
Inside of me

I found it in me, I found it finally
I’m sure to keep it’ cause I like it, I say thank you

Happy Friday again y’all.

So after thinking about it for a few weeks, and looking at my progress photos….I have decided to remove my heaviest moments and I wanted to explain why. It is not that I want to forget her, the person I was before, its just its time to let her go. She will always have a special place in my heart, but for now its time to let her rest. Those pictures represent alot of uncomfort and disconnect. I can honestly say I am no where near that place anymore and never want to go back. I am more than happy to share any before pictures with anyone. And please dont hesitate to PM me. But as of today I am this new person and I am moving forward. This is a new life and whole new world and I embrace a whole new set of challenges and obstacles. If it doesn’t kill ya it will make ya stronger.

Again, I appreciate all the LOVE and Support I get from my friends here in BodySpace land. I honestly and truly could not do this with out you.

Keep an eye on me, I will not disappoint. Next stop Contest prep!

Hope everyone has an awesome weekend and keep up the great work!

xo

J.Lo

If I can do it anyone can!

Ok, so it has been like 3 weeks since I have done a squat….and oh how I miss them. The burning in my quads and glutes. Ive been doin the motrin, and the rest, and the ice….If i dont get to do a squat soon, Im gonna go crazy…ok. that was my rant.

Hope everyone is having an amazing week. Thanks again my fellow bodyspacers for your loving comments and support. I could not do this with out you guys. Shouts out to all my military friends…you guys inspire me most. Thank you!

Happy Friday y’all

xo
J.Lo

If I can do it anyone can!