figure competition prep. my daily journal

Sam’s Christmas choir concert was tonight. There were women in sparkly white fishnet stockings, pearls, and formal gowns. I was wearing black yoga pants, fake UGGs, a grey tee-shirt, and a black fleece Columbia jacket. My hair was slicked back with boxing sweat. But, we showed up! And, Will was an absolute doll! He was…

figure competition prep. my daily journal

Tonight I weighed in at 138.5 lbs. Which I will call 139. So I’m down ~1 more lb. since last week. Also, I had my body fat measured tonight and I’m at 19.7%. Last time I was at ~21%. I don’t think my body fat has ever been that low!  Five years ago you couldn’t…

figure competition prep. my daily journal

It’s getting ridiculously cold here.  On my way to teach class tonight I was thinking about being bundled up in a thick comforter with the thermostat cranked up to 75 degrees F.  I imagined a piping hot, oversized mug of hot chocolate topped with a two inch thick layer of marshmallow cream cupped in my…

figure competition prep. my daily journal

I find myself searching Instagram and other social media for women over forty who body build. There are some amazing women out there who I love keeping an eye on for inspiration. Michelle MacDonald & Maggie Corso Are just two that I follow daily. If you know of any others I’d love some more bad…

figure competition prep. my daily journal

How awesome are these? I love finding new fun foods that fit into my diet. Apparently all bodybuilders eat sweet potatoes. I’m still not sure why. But, I love riced cauliflower so it seemed like a super logical choice. Monday is done. And, as far as the rest of the week goes, just remember: “Time…

figure competition prep. my daily journal

He really fell asleep like that! I sure do LOVE that little boy! I actually used to be quite heavy for my height (5’4″). Here are a couple of old posts I like to reference when I’m feeling like I need a little motivation. motivational post # 1  motivational post # 2 On Friday Ben…