Breakthroughs & The Biggest Loser

So week one was really rough. I didn't have my husband last week. Its amazing how much he supports me. Without him around it was hard to stay on track. Especially since I was in and out of our house and at the Dovidios (Anthony's parents house). I don't like staying out at the ranch without my husband. Its creepy. But anyways staying on track with diet and exercise was rough. I am just glad that week is over.  Although I miss Abbie and Grace already.

Week two is going a lot better. I had a two hour work out today which rocked my tail off. I think I will be very sore tomorrow, which I am happy about. Weird. I know. So for those wondering what my diet is like... we are having baked salmon, sweet potatoes, and veggies tonight. I hope it turns out well. My new favorite snack is low-fat cottage cheese and grapes. Also low-fat yogurt and berries (raspberries, bluberries, and strawberries) rocks for breakfast!

As far as motivation I like to watch youtube videos of other figure competitors and get tips off the internet. My new TV obsession is the biggest loser. Its amazing how hard they work on that show. And Jillian just is so cool. I love how she pushes the contestants so hard and then picks them up after they break through what is holding them back. For me I think my diabetes has always held me back from pushing myself to the limit.  I am ready to take hold of my destiny. Also God has really pushed me to trust him with finances, health issues, and my husband and I's future. Although I don't want to relate God and Jillian... God is my Jillian on steriods... obviously way better than Jillian because he is my sustainer, my pusher, my help, my strength, and my hope. Wow. What a breakthrough! :D

Check out the biggest loser online too... it might just motivate you as well...

The Biggest Loser website

The First Day... "Stay Strong. Trust God. Love Yourself."

Today is the Day...

The start of my 12 week transformation.

I woke up at 8:45AM and had breakfast. This consisted of a cup of lowfat yogurt and a medium banana and two glasses of water. After breakfast I watched an episode of Made about Powerlifting and hung out with my girls (Abbie and Grace). I then had a snack at 10:50Am of a cliff bar. This bar has 10 grams of protein, which is important in my diet. After my snack I worked out. WOW! I am so out of shape. I completed 35 mins of cardio and did a lot of stretching. My work out did go by fast though because I watched a sermon called "planted" from livechurch.tv. Which was fantastic... Let me just say that God is Amazing. For this journey I have come up with a montra to help me continue on this journey..."Stay Strong. Trust God. Love Yourself."


Tomorrow I plan to do cardio for 20 mins followed by my first upper body lifting set. Wish me luck! I am super nervous about being overly sore but then again if I am I will know I am working hard.


For lunch today I had a cup of whole wheat pasta and a cup of veggies. With two more glasses of water plus what I drank during my work out. Staying hydrated is also a key aspect. Tomorrow I am going to pueblo to get my hairs did lol and to pick up some food for my diet. Today I have been scrounging around for healthy food but have done fairly well in the mad search. Yeah. I definitely should have been more prepared... I am excited to shop for some of the whole/ fresh foods. I already feel I have a lot more energy and less stress.


Here are some before pictures... 

Well please continue to keep me in your prayers!!! Thanks for all your support!

The Big Texan...The Challenge Start Date... and a little Humor...

So I just returned home from an intense four day trip in Texas. As I was siting in the truck reading I realized how much more important this challenge is to me. When we pulled up to The Big Texan in Amarillo, TX I realized not only how much I need help with diet but how bad we as Americans eat. This restaurant is a fun place to go but it features  a 72 oz steak, baked potatoes, side salads, and whatever else comes with it... eat as fast as you can contest... I saw the meal and was disgusted. I felt gross eating the last four days... fast food.. fried food... deserts after snacks. After all this...I know that my journey is not only for my own good but to inspire those around me.

As far as my challenge start date I have decided on Monday November 8, 2010. I am a little nervous to be quite honest but I have to trust that God will get me through this 12 week transformation and into my first competition some where right after!

Welp now I must leave you with a little humor... from my favorite show... click the link below! :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyjGqPzDiyY