smmprincess’s BodyBlog

I lift and lift and lift some more but still…. scrawny arms. Thanks Mom..LOL! Am I not lifting intensely enough? Often enough? I guess every one’s made different and has different obstacles to overcome and this is mine. I want it badly enough. I have the motivation. I’m have complete OCD with my diet and training but obviously I am overlooking something. I am determined to not look anorexic in the arms… maybe some pointers?

Went to the gym today and once again lifted to fatigue. Heavy as I could. 4-6 rep max with most exercises. I have just about cut out cardio. Only a couple 20-30 sessions a week. Ass is tighter, abs are leaner but those damn arms!!! Back at it tomorrow. I will beat this! No doubt but patience isn’t coming naturally here……………..

I have had problems with dizziness my whole life but it has been bad this past week. I have almost passed out a couple times. I have no idea why? My diet is…. well, very good to say the least. Im active. Take care of myself….blah, blah, blah….. It really is bothersome to get dizzy as often as I do. Im going to try to up my water intake and take an extra multi. See if that works.

I’m trying to avoid aspartame. It’s been about a month and a half. I have noticed a difference in my definition, lack of headaches and general energy level. My next feat is sucralose. That’s going to be a hard one. I need to find a healthier way to satisfy a sweet tooth. Stevia is OK but can taste kind of bitter. New goal: by August to be art. sweetener free. We’ll see how it goes………………..

Today I went to the gym with a good friend of mine. Once again I was reminded that I do best solo. I don’t like to chat when I’m trying to train it’s too distracting and I end up irritable. Irritability is great for a kick ass, aggressive workout though……

Did chest, bis and abs today. I need to start a new ab w/out the one Ive been doing isn’t challenging anymore. Ended up being a double gym day. Went back for cardio later in the day.

I’m loving this! Period.

I’ve been toning down on the cardio only doing 3-4 30 min. sessions a week. I used to love cardio but not so much these days. I find I just want to be in the weight room. It’s more satisfying. I leave feeling pumped instead of drained. Cardio is a great outlet for stress but it doesn’t compare to lifting a weight, pushing yourself till you’re shaking and trying for one more!

Went on a 4 day camping trip. Amazing time! Took me about 2 hours of prep but I brought all my meals with me. I stayed 100% on plan despite BBQ chicken, burgers, chips, donuts beer and Yager (that was the hard one!) . I didn’t even think twice about just sticking with my meals. This has become a lifestyle. I couldn’t imagine waking up in the morning and eating a donut or sitting down with a bag of chips. This is my body and what I put into it is more than important to me.

So anyone that may be struggling with the diet aspect…you can do it! Do it for yourself and set an example for others. Without saying a word I know my actions this weekend made others think about what they were doing to their bodies. It’s a decision like any other. Be true to your word. If you say you want to do it than do it!! No excuses.

So I am feeling extremely motivated. I want results and wanted them yesterday! My diet has been perfect. I have hit my macros everyday for the past 3 months. I have a ton of energy and starting to see results. I have been training with Cathy Savage for the past few months and I am starting to see definition in my shoulders and continue to see more definition in my abs. I am a hard gainer. I’ve been at this for years now but feel like I am finally taking it seriously and can see my body changing.

Diet is key. Sure you can lift but can you diet? A friends quote that has rung true! I think about diet all day everyday. I am always looking for ways to improve. Diet is the ultimate mind over matter. I have learned to love everything I put in body. I never crave crap anymore. Period.

Training is a mental game. How far can I push myself. I love the feeling. There is nothing better than leaving the gym, muscles shaking and mind in a heightened state. The lifting high. One of the best feelings out there.

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