Christina's Fitness Journey: Like the energizer bunny, you keep me going!!!

Monday, May 31, 2010

Like the energizer bunny, you keep me going!!!

Ok, so, I am definitely internally motivated. There is no doubt about that. I don't think anyone could diet for as long as I have and make the time for workouts like I have had to do if they were relying solely on someone else to motivate them.

HOWEVER, it is extremely nice to hear the comments that people make sometimes, especially people who are in the fitness world and know what they are talking about. The most recent one came this morning from a local personal trainer. When I read this, it totally made my day. It also makes me question why I would want to stop any time soon if this is what people observe/think. Thanks for sharing--you know who you are.

"I've seen you in there [the gym] a few times-- your work ethic is strong...I've seen you getting your cardio in alot, and you are extremely focused. Seriously I've seen hundred of females working out hard and none of them your age have the dedication, muscular development or definition that you have, your hard work really shows, the first time I ever saw you, you were on the elliptical and I thought your back was freakin ripped, HATS OFF to you, I'm prior military so I salute you and your hard work."

And notice he mentioned the HARD WORK. I attribute any succcess I have had to hard work and consistency, not a secret regimen or workout program. Any workout combined with good nutrition can be effective if you just stick to it and KEEP AT IT!!!!!

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AnonymousJune 1, 2010 at 9:45 AM
KEEP IT UP YOURSELF!
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ChristinaJune 1, 2010 at 9:50 AM
I will!!! I mean, I AM!!! :)
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The divisions I compete in...

Figure competitions in the WNBF (World Natural Bodybuilding Federation) are judged based on one round of prejudging, where competitors will be compared while wearing a two-piece swimsuit and high-heel shoes. Comparisons will be made in the standard quarter-turns of the competitors. Judging will reward toned muscularity, relative leanness, overall symmetry, facial beauty (makeup, hair, etc.), stage presence, poise, elegance and an overall fit look. There is no fitness demonstration, and this is not a bodybuilding competition (there are no mandatory "poses" other than the quarter-turns).
The Ms. Fit Body judges the competitors based on their physical symmetry (in the quarter-turns), facial beauty, grooming (makeup, hair), costume, stage presence, muscle tone and shape (in the five poses) and overall fit look.
This is not a hardcore bodybuilding competition, but it is also not a swimwear contest. The desired look is for muscletone, symmetrical shape, beauty and the appearance ofhealth and fitness.Suit and heels are also worn for this category.

Personal Records So Far=)

3/8 Lying Leg Curls 3 sets of 90lbs
8 reps

3/15 100lbs on leg extension 12/11/10

6/30: 85 lbs Flat Bench Press (laughable, I know. My chest is so weak, but it's getting there!!!)

6/15: 3 sets of wide grip pull ups: 15/12/8 FINALLY!!!!

5/27: 3 sets of wide grip pull-ups: 14/11/9

5/5: 155 lb Deadlifts 3 sets of 10

4/24: 505 lb Leg Press 8 reps

4/3: Free weight squats- 175 lbs 10 reps

3/12: 495 lb Leg press 8 reps

3/8: 165 lb free weight squats--8 reps

2/19: Deadlifts 135 lbs 15/13/12/10/10

2/19: 75 lbs Flat Bench Press 15/14/10

2/10: Straight Leg Barbell Deadlift 155 lbs 8 reps

2/6: Lying Leg curl 80 lbs 2 sets of 8

2/6: Lunges with 90lb barbell (30)

2/6: 155 lb free weight squats--8 reps (end of the workout! =) )

2/4: Weighted dips (20lbs) 3 sets of 8, 1 set of 12 with 10 lbs

2/4: 40 lb db rows--end of workout, too! =)

2/2: 50 lb straight bar curls

1/30: 450 lbs Leg Press

1/12: 3 sets of wide grip pull-ups

1/14: 135 lb squats

1/30: Lunges with 40lb db's

Some inspiration to get me through the hard days.....

For every disciplined effort, there is a multiple reward!

To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe.

Obsessed is what the lazy called the determined.

The more I am told NO, the harder I go! ~Ava Cowan (and now it's true for me, too!)

Train hard. Expect results. (not sure who said it but I stole it from my friend, Chris)

“Permanence, perseverance and persistence in spite of all obstacles, discouragement, and impossibilities: It is this, that in all things distinguishes the strong soul from the weak”

“There is no chance, no destiny, no fate, [no person] that can circumvent or hinder or control the firm resolve of a determined soul.”

What it's all about!

This blog initially started out as a way for me to record my journey towards a figure competition. Since then, however, my whole lifestyle has changed. Therefore, my blog is taking a different approach. I will share about my journey towards HEALTH. That will include competitions, yes, but it's so much more. Varied workouts, a well balanced diet, mental health, etc. A lot of what I post on here will be wisdom I have gleamed from others, so I will always be sure to give credit where credit is due and point you towards those who have made this journey possible for me.