I must admit, I haven’t been perfect – there have been a few times along the way that I’ve screwed up my diet or didn’t complete all of my cardio. But rather than beating myself up about it, I take responsibility for my actions and quickly get right back on track! I’ve learned that the more time I spend on the right path, the faster and more efficient the journey.

When I began dieting my waist was 31 in.- today it’s 28 in.

Starting Weight (12/26/08): 147lbs.
Current Weight (2/28/09): 139.4lbs.

Current Stats
Date: 02/28/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 139.4 lbs.
Chest: 37.0
Waist: 28.0
Hips: 38.75
Biceps: 13.25 left 13.25 right
Thighs: 24.25 left 24.25 right

Starting Stats
Date: 12/24/2008
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 147.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 31.0
Hips: 40.0
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 25.0 left 25.0 right

Starting Pic (taken on 12/24/08) — Current (2/28/09)

Progress Update Video

Well it’s THAT TIME again and, all I have to say is….Blaaahhhh

And I must admit, I missed a session of cardio on Thursday and, I didn’t get all of my meals in on Friday. I know *shame on me*. But in spite of falling short and Girlie Time toying with my hormones, I managed to eek out some progress for the week. My weight is down 1lb and, I’m finally starting to get some of my definition back – especially in my Back and Quads. And my shoulders are taking shape nicely.

I’m averaging about 1lb. per week.

Starting Weight (12/26/08): 147lbs.
Current Weight (2/21/09): 140.0lbs.

Current Stats
Date: 02/21/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 140.0 lbs.
Chest: 38.0
Waist: 28.5
Hips: 39.0
Biceps: 13.5 left 13.5 right
Thighs: 24.25 left 24.25 right

Starting Stats
Date: 12/24/2008
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 147.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 31.0
Hips: 40.0
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 25.0 left 25.0 right

Starting Pic (taken on 12/24/08) — Current (2/21/09)

Diet Overview

My progress was so substantial this week that even with the effects of PMS (overall water retention and some minor lower tummy bloating) some of my stats still dropped, my pics showed noticeable improvements, and I was down 1lb on the scale. I was rather surprised because, I was not expecting any of that!

My waist has dropped 2.5″ since I began

Starting Weight (12/26/08): 147lbs.
Current Weight (2/14/09): 141.0lbs.

Current Stats
Date: 2/14/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 141.0 lbs.
Chest: 38.0
Waist: 28.5
Hips: 38.75
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 24.0 left 24.0 right

Starting Stats
Date: 12/24/2008
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 147.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 31.0
Hips: 40.0
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 25.0 left 25.0 right

Starting Pic (taken on 12/24/08) — Current (2/14/09)

Link to all of my Progress Pics – CLICK HERE

Progress & Jeans Fitting Update

Well, Danny gave me one extra day of rest and, that seemed to remedy my Bitchiness. *thank goodness* In addition to giving me more rest days, Danny also manipulate my diet (for the first time in 6 weeks). And I agree, it was time for a jolt!

I Dropped 1.2lbs This Week!

Starting Weight (12/26/08): 147lbs.
Current Weight (2/7/09): 142.0lbs.

*I forgot to take my measurements for 2/7/09

Current Stats
Date: 01/31/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 143.2 lbs.
Chest: 38.0
Waist: 29.0
Hips: 39.0
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 24.5 left 24.5 right

Starting Stats
Date: 12/24/2008
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 147.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 31.0
Hips: 40.0
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 25.0 left 25.0 right

Starting Pic (taken on 12/24/08) — Current (2/7/09)

Link to all of my Progress Pics – CLICK HERE

Progress Update Video (not a full body update)

Well, for the past 2 days I’ve been rather short tempered (and a little emotional) – with the smallest of things just pissing me off! I’m 100% confident that my diet is not the cause (just yet anyway) so, I dropped Danny (my trainer) a text and asked if working out can cause such Moodiness. He immediately called and talked to me about my training and diet. He did mention that heavier lifting has been known to boost testosterone, even in women (which may or may not be the case with me). So with that said, he wants to play it safe and insure that I don’t cause myself any overtraining. So, we’re going to do a 2 day on/2 day off rotation for a few weeks and see how that goes.

As for overtraining…. Been there, done that, and I ain’t ever going back there again – if I can help it! For those that don’t know — Overtraining is often caused by training too much, not resting enough, and poor nutrition. *basically being an idiot* For me, symptoms included – depression, moodiness, lethargy (no matter how much I slept), and constant muscle soreness. It took me nearly a month off to fully recover. *talk about a set back*

So for all of you newbies out there – MORE IS NOT BETTER! Believe me, hitting the gym everyday just because you think it’s Hardcore is just flat out stupidity. Keep this in mind: “Muscle growth is stimulated in the Gym – it Grows outside Of the Gym.” *period*

Well, I took yesterday off and, I’m taking today off too. Tonight after I do cardio, I’m just going to relax and maybe do some yoga.

Sending you all – Much Love!