Molly’s BodyBlog

I just ordered the book for Body for Life. I want… need…. to hear peoples experience on this program!!! I read some things about it on the website but it would be great to hear from some of you FABULOUS people out there who work their asses off everyday.

ALSO, if ANYONE wants to start the 12-week challenge with me, I would be more than thrilled to have a partner in all this!!! Seriously, this is how much I’m needing the accountability AND I’m will to support others too. I’m actually EXCITED to support someone else out there with some of the same goals that I have.

See, I told you that I’d be back to my perky and motivated self after my pity party the other day!!

Right now I’m totally struggling to stay on track with EVERYTHING! Ok, so my online trainer has/had the best of intentions but I guess she’s been really busy because she hasn’t called me back, responded to my emails lately or sent me any new meal plan or exercise plan in 2 weeks. I really need the help and accountability right now. I don’t really know what to do about it because I’m counting on her. Too much I guess.

And the stress and pressure at work is really getting to me. I teach middle school special ed. and the students are very challenging. By the time I get home I’m so drained at night that I’m going to bed by 8pm. And I haven’t worked out in 3 days because I’m just so tired at night.

You know, I’m a positive person. Really, I am. And I want to be an inspiration to other people. Sometimes, though, I have to be honest. I have such a big and important dream and vision for myself in the area of fitness and right now it seems unreachable.

If you’ve taken the time to read this… thanks and sorry for being such a downer this morning. I will be back to my perky self soon.

Ok, so I am addicted to sugar. I will be the first to admit it. And it has been the biggest challenge for me as I am trying to make real changes to my eating habits. So this whole Halloween season as well as all the other holidays coming up are torture for me. Especially being a teacher, there is always so many sugary treats all around me. If I was able to eat just one piece of candy that would be one thing but once I get started there’s no stopping me! Yikes, it’s scary. But it makes me feel so crappy in the long run. I definately feel the "low" that follows. So, for now my goal is to get through the holidays. And before I know then it’s EASTER and JELLY BEANS!!! Oh my, it never ends!!

:-)

Isn’t it crazy when you get so close to one of your goals and you just can’t get over the hump to reach it…… Right now my short term goal is to get to 135lbs by my birthday… it’s only 3 weeks away and I can’t get under that 140lb mark…. I feel like I’m working hard at the gym and eating but I just bounce back and forth from 140 -141.  Total plateau and it’s driving me crazy!!!

I made my lunch and was all prepared for the day then left it ALL at home. So frustrating!!!

I love the playlist on my Ipod right now… I was just thinking that this morning during my workout… it really helps me push myself. It got me through 3 miles running on the treamill today at my fastest speed EVER!! So, I wanted to share it… maybe there’s a song on it that could inspire someone else out there… maybe not… who knows but take what you can from it and leave the rest!! Some is really rockin’ out music and some is cheesy/girl stuff (don’t even make fun of it!!)… there’s a little bit of everything in there… Anyway, here goes… Top 15 in no particular order!!

1. Hell Yeah ~ Rev Theory
2. Let it Rock ~ Kevin Rudolf
3. Everybody Get Dangerous ~ Weezer
4. The Champion in Me ~ 3 Doors Down 
5. Use Me ~ Hinder
6. Get up Offa That Thing ~ James Brown
7. I Always Get What I Want ~ Avril Lavigne 
8. Piece of Me ~ Britney Spears
9. Keeps Gettin’ Better ~ Christina Aguilera
10. Life’s What You Make it ~ Miley Cyrus
11. Find Yourself in You ~ Everlife
12. Too Cool ~ Meaghan Martin
13. This is Me ~ Demi Lovato
14. Shut Up and Drive ~ Rihanna
15. Affirmation ~ Savage Garden

My son and I are going to the NPC Northwest Bodybuilding Figure and Fitness Championship tonight at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts in Olympia, WA…

I am so excited! I’ve never been to a show before and I admire everyone who competes… it’s an amazing accomplishment for anyone to even step on the stage!

If anyone reads this and will be there tonight… GOOD LUCK TO YOU!! And thanks for continuing to be an inspiration to people like me! 

Isn’t that crazy?! I don’t even know how often I have rewarded myself with food… maybe not on purpose but just thought "ok, I’ve worked really hard this week so I deserve a cheat day!" Only to overdo it and sabotage my efforts to eat clean. And usually one cheat day turns into a cheat week!

I read a quote recently that "Food is Fuel. Not Comfort" and I add… "and not a reward!"

Food is such a part of our social life… you know? And now that I’m thinking of it more as a way to fuel my body and make very different choices… I get reactions from people in my life that don’t really understand my dedication. They think it’s being too obsessive about it. But the truth is I feel better both physically and mentally when I stay in control of what I put in my mouth. My workouts are better… I have more energy.

But not to say it’s easy. We all know it’s not easy. I mean, it’s Saturday night and when my family is choosing pizza, it’s more than tempting to get off track!! But in the long run… it’s just not worth it.

I don’t always have time to write a lengthy blog but there’s days that I read something that I can relate to on my journey to a better me! This was something I read today that maybe others will be able to relate to as well….  

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Your smallest actions add up to something big

Everything you do makes a difference. Even if you’re not on the front lines leading the effort, you have a contribution to make. Without your contribution, no matter how small, so many other things would never happen. The world needs what you have to offer. You have no idea how the simplest of your everyday actions can effect even people you’ve never met. Chances are, you’ll never know. But if you’re looking for a purpose to work toward, all you need is the desire and the right perspective. Define yourself as your task, and that’s all you’ll ever be. Define yourself as your contribution to your family and the world around you, and suddenly you’re a very important part of a bigger picture. The biggest pictures are the ones where there’s room for everyone to be seen.

Hello…

I NEED/WANT to work out tonight but I AM TIRED!!! Life gets crazy for me and then by 7pm I just want to crash instead of go to the gym. BUT I NEED TO FORCE MYSELF TO GO! I mean, once I get there I love how I feel… I’m taking time out for myself… the gym is a quiet place at night. Unlike my crazy house full of children (only 3 but sometimes it feels like 10!) But it’s getting darker earlier now and it makes it much harder for me to be motivated to go.

Anyway, I’m GOING!!! I just had to talk myself into it.