Sunday, August 26, 2012
Competition Training - Putting on Muscle
The hardest thing to do in physical fitness is to shed fat from the body, both subcotaneous and internal. I've gotten down to my desired level of body fat, and have begun to put on muscles; this phase is the easiest for me.
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Competition Training
I began taking my first steps to training for competition 2 weeks ago.
It's been a challenge figuring out, and balancing all the components that set the foundation for it: Exercise, Nutrition, and rest.
For the last two years I concentrated on losing weight, and getting on good physical health; I've accomplished that. I got so fine tuned into that mode that it's now hindered my progress to my new goal. Part of my previous regiment was to weigh myself every morning. It became part of my daily routine, and mental awareness on my diet to control food intake, and exercise to maintain/reach the weight that I wanted to be. Weight is not an issue any more, and I must eat more nutritious food, and supplement my diet in order to increase in size.
My new goal is to put on muscle mass while staying lean. It's a very tricky progress, but I can do it. I have all the tools necessary to make it happen.
It's been a challenge figuring out, and balancing all the components that set the foundation for it: Exercise, Nutrition, and rest.
For the last two years I concentrated on losing weight, and getting on good physical health; I've accomplished that. I got so fine tuned into that mode that it's now hindered my progress to my new goal. Part of my previous regiment was to weigh myself every morning. It became part of my daily routine, and mental awareness on my diet to control food intake, and exercise to maintain/reach the weight that I wanted to be. Weight is not an issue any more, and I must eat more nutritious food, and supplement my diet in order to increase in size.
My new goal is to put on muscle mass while staying lean. It's a very tricky progress, but I can do it. I have all the tools necessary to make it happen.
Watch me grow!
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| 2 Weeks in training |
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Men's Physique Competition Training
What started as the only option to improve my health has now turned into a hobby to achieve maximum physical condition.
Yesterday I met with my trainer, and got educated on nutrition, physique, and exercise. The initial road has been paved, and now it's time to prepare myself for the ultimate goal. In three months I will be ready to take the stage.
Yesterday I met with my trainer, and got educated on nutrition, physique, and exercise. The initial road has been paved, and now it's time to prepare myself for the ultimate goal. In three months I will be ready to take the stage.
Thursday, July 12, 2012
20 Day Full Body Cleanse - Day 20 - Completed
Finally, I've successfully reached my day 20 of this cleanse. It's been a real challenge, both physical and mental, but I've accomplished it.
I'm feeling great: energized, light, lean, clean, and positive.
Monday I will start either P90X, or a weightlifting routine, and apply all the nutritional education that I've learned during this journey.
weight
starting: 168
current: 157
lost: 11
I'm feeling great: energized, light, lean, clean, and positive.
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| Day 1 vs. Day 20 |
Monday I will start either P90X, or a weightlifting routine, and apply all the nutritional education that I've learned during this journey.
weight
starting: 168
current: 157
lost: 11
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
20 Day Full Body Cleanse - Day 18 Update
I've reached day 18 with much success. Cheating has not been an option, and I've put myself through some good tests of my commitment, and character.
Two Saturdays ago, my friend Andres wanted to hangout. I explained to him that I couldn't do much fun stuff because I was limited on what I could eat or drink. He said, no problem, and we went to a sushi bar, and then to a regular bar. The sushi plates came and went, just as fast as the sake bottles emptied, and I simply sipped on my OJ. Not a bite, did I take. Of course, by the end of the meal my buddy was a little happy, and wanted to go for full joy, so we headed out the Far Bar in Little Tokyo. He got wasted on strong dark beers while I ordered a little plate of fresh fruits, and water. Again, I resisted the temptation.
Following the plan, I've incorporated grains to my nutrition. I love beans and rice!
The end is near as I'm two days away from completing this challenge.
Here's a picture of my current progress.
weight
starting: 168
current: 158
lost: 10
Two Saturdays ago, my friend Andres wanted to hangout. I explained to him that I couldn't do much fun stuff because I was limited on what I could eat or drink. He said, no problem, and we went to a sushi bar, and then to a regular bar. The sushi plates came and went, just as fast as the sake bottles emptied, and I simply sipped on my OJ. Not a bite, did I take. Of course, by the end of the meal my buddy was a little happy, and wanted to go for full joy, so we headed out the Far Bar in Little Tokyo. He got wasted on strong dark beers while I ordered a little plate of fresh fruits, and water. Again, I resisted the temptation.
Following the plan, I've incorporated grains to my nutrition. I love beans and rice!
The end is near as I'm two days away from completing this challenge.
Here's a picture of my current progress.
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| Day 18 |
weight
starting: 168
current: 158
lost: 10
Friday, June 29, 2012
20 Day Full Body Cleanse - Days 5, 6, & 7
Finishing up day 7 here, and feeling great.
Day 5:
No more headaches, nor dizziness, yet still felt sleepy. I actually worked out again for a little bit.
Day 6:
Headaches and dizziness are gone!
Today I felt great, clear-headed and energized. I went to the gym and threw weights around for a little while.
Day 7:
Feeling great! I will go jogging after work, and perhaps even Salsa dancing at night.
The hardest part is almost done, and I get to eat fruits tomorrow in addition to the juices.
Weight
Starting: 168 lbs
Current: 160 lbs
Lost: 8 lbs
Day 5:
No more headaches, nor dizziness, yet still felt sleepy. I actually worked out again for a little bit.
Day 6:
Headaches and dizziness are gone!
Today I felt great, clear-headed and energized. I went to the gym and threw weights around for a little while.
Day 7:
Feeling great! I will go jogging after work, and perhaps even Salsa dancing at night.
The hardest part is almost done, and I get to eat fruits tomorrow in addition to the juices.
Weight
Current: 160 lbs
Lost: 8 lbs
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
20 Day Full Body Cleanse - Days 3 & 4
Continuing on with this detox, totally focused. This is a huge mental challenge more than anything else. I'm fine with not eating any food, but miss drinking coffee in the mornings.
Day 3:
Woke up with a slight headached, but quickly disappeared after taking in some juice. Totally miss my morning cup of coffee. The dizziness dissipated down to 20%, so I can now focus on my daily chores.
After work I was energized enough that I worked out for a little bit. Sleepiness still lingered, and crashed on my couch by 9:00 p.m.
Day 4:
No more headache in the morning, but a bit of dizziness. Although I felt that I could exercise I decided to take it easy and just chill around the house, and just clean up. Still feeling sleepy. My body is truly getting all the rest that it's been lacking. Great time to recuperate from all the hard work on the last two years.
Ready for Day 5, 6 & 7, and more importantly, ready to eat fruits on Saturday, and start eating salads on Sunday.
Day 3:
Woke up with a slight headached, but quickly disappeared after taking in some juice. Totally miss my morning cup of coffee. The dizziness dissipated down to 20%, so I can now focus on my daily chores.
After work I was energized enough that I worked out for a little bit. Sleepiness still lingered, and crashed on my couch by 9:00 p.m.
Day 4:
No more headache in the morning, but a bit of dizziness. Although I felt that I could exercise I decided to take it easy and just chill around the house, and just clean up. Still feeling sleepy. My body is truly getting all the rest that it's been lacking. Great time to recuperate from all the hard work on the last two years.
Ready for Day 5, 6 & 7, and more importantly, ready to eat fruits on Saturday, and start eating salads on Sunday.
starting weight = 168 lbs
current weight = 162 lbs
weight lost = 6 lbs
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