I think it was early May I set my
sights on competing in the 2015 NPC Bikini competitions.Truthfully, like most
of you, it had never crossed my mind until I started digging on IG. I was
fascinated by how people were transforming their bodies but most of all I
couldn’t find one article about how these women regret changing their
lifestyles. It seemed like most people only used the competitions as an initiative
to change but ultimately a healthier life was a tangible and a benefit to it
all.
Luckily I had just finished classes
and with year being my first summer off of active duty AF in 4 years, I had to
keep occupied or else I would have lost my mind. So I started asking question
and soon figured out a lot of competitors ARE NOT willing to dish out tips and
sources…and those that did were very vague and after a few questions they would
ask you to pay or find your own personal trainer.
With little to no personal help I
began research and soon found myself with meal plans and workouts to last me for
days. I knew that if I wanted to compete I would need to begin a routine that
way I can implement it into my life when school and work started back up. I began meal prepping and working out 7
days a week (which I will justify later) and boy did I see results!
Here I am almost three months later
and I would have never imagined that a bikini competition would change my life
so much (in a good way). I have to
admit, it was hard at first training my body to wake up early, especially in
the summer. Meal preps took up most of my days and motivating myself to get in
the gym everyday was the hardest. But don’t fret my friends, once you hit your
stride meal preps will become fun, fast and interesting, and getting to the gym
will be equivalent to going to the mall. Most of all, the changes you start to
feel and see will motivate you and build so much confidence that you will be
happy to flaunt your gym workout clothes. So push through all those excuses and
just start, even if it is just getting a gym membership! You will be happy you
are embarking on a journey that will change your life completely.
My
Foundation
1.
I was starting from ground ZERO like most of you
probably are. Although I look athletic, I hated running and my gym visits
consisted of the same weights (nothing over 15 lb), the same exercises and the
elliptical EVERYTIME!
2.
My nutrition was ok but not great. I spent a
year as a pescitarian but one trip back home to Texas ruined that and I ended
back up eating junk.
3.
Some of
you probably think you don’t have time because of kids, school or work. Im here
to tell you to nip that one in the butt. Although I don’t have kids a lot of
competitors do (ie Youtube
1fitashmom) We are all normal and have lifes to tend
to as well. I am full-time student perusing my degree in in Business Mktg as
well as working in Real Estate. I also serve in the Air Force Reserves. So
don’t let time be an excuse, not to mention most gyms open at 5:00am or some
even stay open 24 hours:P
So, to those of you who are embracing my challenge,
CONGRATULATIONS!! Please keep me updated on your progress. Also, don’t forget
to subscribe and check out my social media. With all that being said, GOOD LUCK
ladies…see you on your best side!
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my youtube to watch my journey along with tips and advice on starting out!