nic902’s BodyBlog

I’m one week post comp and ready to tackle the off season! I enjoyed some yummy treats, but I’ve been back to clean eating and I’m only up 3lbs since my show…I’m feeling good I know its only been a week but after 2 days of junk I was able to get back on track…which is always a tough thing for me to do. I plan on having treats everynow and then, but not letting things get crazy like I have in the past…I know I’ve said that each time, but I feel like I have a solid plan in place to help me stay on track!

I met with my trainer, we went over my goals and he gave me my new training routine. I’m actually really excited to eat and GROW! Like I said in my last blog…I wasnt thrilled with my placing, I expect more out of myself….but all it did was fuel me to hit it even harder! I started a 3 day split and its definitely a leg dominate routine….thats my weak spot, so I’m hoping to rock the stage in August with some bangin quads!!!! I plan on keeping cardio in my routine but no set amount, kinda going with the flow…I dont love cardio but if I get to eat more food than its all good! My trainer didnt give me any set weight to gain or anything, but I plan on keeping it lean and SLOW….no crazy ‘bulkin’ this year

I had a really nice weekend…the weather was ok, so I went and did the pumpkin thing! I love Halloween…and yes, I plan on treating myself to some CANDY! Then, I have tix to the World Series…so, just like last week…I will enjoy some philly ballpark food Its all about moderation!

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Here is a quick lil recap of my competition fun…I placed 3rd in Novice and Open! I got two new ladies to add to my growing trophy collection I have to keep it real with everyone…at first I was a little disappointed, I thought I looked really good and expected to place higher. I emailed the judges and hope they’ll give me some feedback so I can get an idea of where they are coming from. Since I didnt have my friend there to help with my suit, oil ect…I dont think my presentation was as good as it should/could have been. I think that I was so worried about my suit moving, not being tied tight enough ect…that it may have effected my posing. I havent seen the stage/comparison pics yet so hopefully I get a better idea of things when I do.

As always, I met some really awesome chicks there…I always love the backstage scene with all the other like minded women!!! Its such a cool atmosphere. I really have a love and passion for competing..I have an incredible drive for the sport! After finals we went out for a bangin dinner! We went to Chilis and I had….Chips w/ salsa, Hot boneless buffalo wings, chicken fajatas w/ cheese and a warm walnut brownie topped with ice cream, hot fudge and carmel Not to mention that a friend brought me some homemade chocolate fudge and peanut butter brownies…OMFG they were soooo delish!!!!

I plan on chillin for today, no gym and eating whatever the hell I feel like…watching the Phillies game tonight with some PIZZA! Then I’ll get back in the gym tomarrow and start my quest for more MUSKULLS….although, I’m going down to the game tomarrow night, so yes I will be treating myself to a philly cheesesteak BABY!

Its the day before my show and I’m busy prepping my food, packing and starting the tanning process!!! I’m sitting at 105.5lbs as of this morning…which is 3lbs less than my last show in June, so I hope to be leaner and tigher this time around I had my final workout and practiced posing yesterday morning and I’m happy with how I look so I’ve got no complaints, my avi was taken this morning, not the best lighting/angle but its all good..I’m ready to go!!

I took care of my final shave and shower last night but its sooooo f#ckin cold and rainy here on the east coast that I’m all bundled up to avoid the goosebumps and I cant be getting the tan all wet! I just got back from getting my hair done…gotta love the looks of my creepy white face/tan body….cute combo WOO HOO!!! I’ll have my makeup done before the show so my pics wont look scary I’m checkin into the hotel this afternoon…leaving early to beat the traffic and I want to be settled so I can chill and watch the Phillies/Dodgers game LOL!!! Yes, I’m that obsessed! I have my polygraph appointment for 9pm tonight, and of course I’ll pass…all clean here baby!  

My thoughts are all over the place as I’ve got a lot going on, but I wanted to make sure I dropped by to thank everyone for all the support you’ve given me…competing can be a lonely sport and I’ve had several people bail out on me this weekend, so its nice to know I’ve got you all in my corner!!! I’ll have my laptop with me so I’ll try to keep everyone updated here and facebook too

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Peak week has arrived….the final week until my show! I got my plan from my trainer and it looks good, excited to fill up on some yummy carbs My weight has held pretty steady at 105.5ish for the past week, which is cool with me…thats 3lbs less than my last show. I also practiced posing today….IN my suit!!! I am so happy with how I look…I will even say, that I am in the best shape of my life BUT you never know come competition day, so I’m not getting my hopes up!

The final week is usually the busiest…I got my hair cut already and I’ll dye it tomarrow, got a waxing appt for sunday and nails on monday!!! Hotel, make-up and polygraph are already booked. I’ll shave and start my tanning process on thursday night. I also know for sure that my friend will not be coming with me….she bailed. I’m not quite sure what I’ll do as far as tying my suit, taping it and oiling up but I’ll figure something out…not going to let it stress me out! Sometimes competing can be a very loney thing but I’m happy and I love my lifestyle…I just wish that I had friends locally who share my passion, its a good thing my online friends F$CKIN ROCK!!!! I know a few people competing this weekend…my trainer being one of them…so I’m sending much love and positivity their way!

Much like last year, my prep is running right along with the MLB playoffs….not an easy balance! I went to the Phillies game the other day….so I had to pack enough food for work, then the game but its worth all the prep. Not to mention all the odd start times….I’ve been struggling to stay up past my bedtime If all goes according to plan (my plans of course!) then my next two games will be after my show, so I will be able to go and have a blast without worrying about bring my food ect…and I can really enjoy the party….can you say ‘cheesesteak’

Now, I’m off to relax and watch some games….

WOOT WOOT!!! Just 2 weeks left until show time I’m down to 105.4lbs as of this morning, which is 2.6lbs less than where I was when I hit the stage in June…I’m looking LEAN! I’m super happy with where I am, which will allow me to chill and cruise into peak week. No need for crazy, panicked dieting here!!! I’ve been getting some rockin feedback in the gym…from other competitiors, which makes me feel awesome. I’m trying not to get my hopes up…but DAMMIT, I wanna win!!!

The final 2wks of prep are always the most hetic…I’m tired, hungry and pretty much all around dragging but my excitement is pushing me through. I sent in my entry forms, scheduled my make-up appt and booked my hotel room….BUT I still have to get my hair cut, dye it, get my nails done, waxing and thats ALL before the tanning ect….so I still have many things left to do. I will say that as I make the list of things, it makes me wonder how I will find the time for all this….but I’ve managed to do it before, so I know it gets easier with each prep. I still doubt my friend will be able to go, I’m trying to avoid thinking about it so I dont freak out.

Oh! Speaking of gym feedback (I know y’all LOVE my gym stories) Today this older woman (50ish) came up to me and said she hates me..I said ‘ok, why’ and she laughed and said because I have the PERFECT body! I always feel awkward when people compliment me, so I laughed and said thanks but she went on and on about how I’m not skinny…I’m solid and muscular but still tiny…and then she said its rare to see a girl so tiny, muscular and lean with boobs!!! I laughed and said "well, thats cause I bought mine" She said she had no idea, they fit my body so well…ummm, yep thats the point HHAHAHA! Its was funny, but she was cool and its nice to get compliments from another women…its a very rare thing.

I also want to give a shout out to Smallguyjoe…his beautiful wife Sarah just welcomed a baby girl to their family. The are both awesome people and I’m so happy for them…CONGRATS JOE!!!!

After all my yappin, I’m exhausted! I’ve gotta prep my food for tomarrow, have a shake and get my ass to bed…yes, I’m a dork that goes to bed early on a Friday night