jcorbett’s BodyBlog

It’s twelve days out and I’m still not lean as I’d like to be. I began this comp prep with a good training plan, but since I thought I was the "fat loss" diva, I did not expect to be as challenged with the weight loss.  I began doing things like I did last contest prep & I even began earlier–probably giving myself a false sense security. Eight weeks out up & down with weight. Six weeks out increased cardio, modified diet & supplements. Even changed routine combo. Without a trainer, the learning curve is huge…..it’s trial and error, a day late & a dime short. I’m still getting to know this body and am a novice at comp prep. It’s all baseline data and it’s frustrating to be wrong about my predictions–a science project gone bad. I am tired of coming up with new hypotheses, but it’s the only way I will learn.

I thought about regroupping and going for another contest, but since I’m not a quitter, I’m going ahead as planned. Training hard this last week and paying close attention to everything I eat. Post contest I need to write up my journal as a point of reference, analyze, consult with some experts in the field, and devise new training goals that target weak areas.

Last week I wanted to quit the contest prep; felt like I couldn’t do it again. Not as lean as I want to be, but still have 2 weeks 5 days to go. Just figured out the Creatine is making me bloated and should have cut it last week. I should be able to shed some water this week and see some changes. Instead of freaking out I have to do like the addicts pledge, "just for today…. I’ll stop undermining my efforts…, I won’t allow others to disturb my peace, I will give it my all…."

I was able to meet with a few figure women after the pre-judge. It was so encouraging just to chat with them.  I am going thru as planned and see how I do. Then I will decide the next step. 

Still a newbie and have much to learn. 

Note to self: cut creatine 4 weeks out or just leave alone.

Yesterday I attended my first pro show–thought it included figure comp, but didn’t. It still was a good experience. I tried not to act like a groupie, but did sit in front of Dayana Cadeau. I quenched the urge to run up to Silvio & English. There were a few other bodybuilders that I recognized, but don’t know the up & coming males or females. It was like being in a surreal environment. Many audience members profiling & flexing–a show within a show. Nevertheless, I learned a few things from watching the pros and am beginning to be able to make observations about physiques in terms of balance, tightness, and presentation. Hopefully, this will help me as I continue to develop my physique and presentation.

I was just talking about Hydroxycut Hardcore–can’t use it b/c it gives me the jitters. Discontinued the non caffiene Hydroxycut–wanted a change. Just started using Lipo6 yesterday b/c I want separation in my quads for the show. Cardio alone ain’t doing it. I plan to use it short term (max 14 days) b/c it disrupts my sleep–the recall makes me wonder, but I will continue use of the fat burner as planned.

Those of you who use fatburners, will you continue to use them?