Two weeks ago my husband and I made a road trip to Philadelphia to go to a MAC Cosmetics store. While at the store I got a lesson in how to put make up on. I really needed this lesson. I actually had the stylist chuckling at times when I didn't know how to do something. Needless to say, I left there with a huge bill and probably way more than I needed. It was an awesome experience, and I am now confident in how to apply/wear my makeup for my show.
Last week I finally bit the bullet and ordered my suit. I think between Ravish Sands and Suitsyouswimwear I have added 'a suit' to the cart at least 10 times. Interestingly, last week I was on the Suitsyouswimwear site and I customized my whole suit and had it all in the cart, but still couldn't pull the trigger. Later in the day I got an email from them saying: We noticed you were recently shopping on our site and did not complete your order. Was there a problem during the checkout? I will keep your item(s) aside for you either way. If you did not complete the checkout, you still can. If there is anything I can do to help feel free to let me know. So, I replied to the email and told them that I 'think' that was what I wanted, but I'm still unsure and afraid to commit. So, after 17 emails back and forth with them of suggestions and changes my suit has been ordered. I 'hope' I made the right decision, and I am beyond excited/nervous to get it!
Now that I am in my final week of my first month of prep I 'think' I finally have a grip on things. I say that now knowing full well my plan is going to change next week. Man, am I praying for more food and less cardio! This entire month has been a process. The first week I did okay because it was all new and exciting. The second week I was just incredibly hungry all week long, last week I had a total mental/physical energy crash between Tuesday and Wednesday. I finished off the week strong, but man that hit me hard.
My cheat meals are very regulated now, but I have been thoroughly enjoying them. Out of the list of meals I decided that the burger is my go to cheat! So, for the past 3 Saturday's I have had a burger. Week 1 was at Quaker Steak and Lube. I had a delicious burger with a side of carrots and celery. Week 2 my hubby and I were in Bedford Springs for a night and we found an awesome little burger shop in Bedford called Bad Boyz Bistro. I had the best burger! I wish it was closer, I'd probably go there every week. Last week we went to Federal Tap house in Harrisburg and I got creative. I had 1/2 a burger and a slice of pizza. It was so delicious. With approval from my coach the night of my treat meal I am also allowed to have a 'clean dessert'. The first 2 weeks I had a chocolate protein mug-cake. Oh my, it is warm and gooey and so good! Last week I baked a chocolate chip cookie dough Quest bar and topped it with a Tbsp. of PB2 and Unsweetened Cocoa. It was good, but not as good as my mug-cake. I'm not sure what I'll do yet this week!
Yesterday was extremely beneficial to me. I drove 2.5 hours to Crofton, Maryland to meet a teammate for posing help. She has her procard! Her help was beyond awesome! I went in so unsure of myself and I left feeling semi confident. We spent time perfecting each pose and then putting it all together. What was terrifying to me is now semi-exciting! I still have a lot of work to do, but at least I know how to practice now. I will get 10 seconds or less to whip through it so I must be fluent!
At 9 weeks out I am coming in at 104 pounds and 14.5% body-fat. I wish I would have had more muscle when I started, but for this round it is what it is and I'm going to go with it! I am really hoping to hit the stage around 12% body fat.
When I started with Bombshell in July of 2013 I was 24% body fat, so I have officially dropped 10%!! Pretty exciting!
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