Livingloca’s Hot Bodyblog

I got my bodyfat tested yesterday after a year.  Well, the electro-hand held gadget said 24% but the trainer at my tennis club said no way. He asked if I was well hydrated (I’m bad about drinking my water).   Last March I was at 22%.  He ran the calipers on me and that said 16%.  I thought I was about at that number, but now that I’m here… I want 14%!  When I first got tested I was at 26% but that was after I started actively focusing on my workouts.  I bet I started out at 30% bodyfat (at 140 lbs).  I am now 123 lbs at 16%. 

I have spoken with a photographer to set up a photo shoot (sports/fitness pics).  I am turning 40 in June and thought it would be a nice gift to myself.  I want to be able to look back later and see where I was physically at the age of 40.  I am a very driven and focused person when I want to be and am astounded at what some perseverance, dedication and hard work can do.  Although, I am procrastinating!! Guess I have a sense that I’m not ready to do it and get it on paper.  Ha! Will they look as good as I think or am I just fooling myself?  lol.

  Stretching last night, I could see the definition in my quads.  I am still stunned.  Don’t get me wrong, I have work to do still on refining areas but overall, I am totally delighted.  But what now?  Increase my stamina in my running?  Push for a marathon? Triathlon?  Take up competitive beach volleyball? (would LOVE that).  I LOVE staying active and as long as that carries me with joy and feeling fit and healthy, I’m a happy Texas girl!

I will continue with my intense workouts and enjoy the rush of endorphins in my cardio.  No need for me to gain muscle mass, prove to myself how strong I can really become, etc.   I want to just be a healthy girl who can slip on an itty bikini without any hesitation …. year round

Keep it fun and keep training hard!

:)

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