NPC Figure Competition 7 weeks out!

7 WEEKS UNTIL MY FIRST NPC FIGURE COMPETITION!

When people say you get moody, emotional, and feel like you don't even live in your own body for the last few weeks of your show, did they mean starting 8 weeks out?! I cannot believe how different I feel! I am not sleeping, I dream like 5 dreams a night lol, and am more emotional than when I was pregnant! 

I give competitors so much credit for being able to do these shows on a regular basis! Your body goes through so many changes its unreal! Its one of those things where you just have to experience it to understand what I mean.... On another note, this has definitely been rewarding and worth it! I never thought I would be able to stick with something so strict and have this much will power and dedication.  Prepping for a show gives you this huge sense of accomplishment that is just amazing!! 

This weekend, I did order all my stuff I need for my show! I got my suit ordered and is being made right now, I ordered my cute robe, my jewelry which came in today, and also my heels! EEEEEK this is seriously so exciting!! Reality is officially hitting!!

Drinking my SHAKEOLOGY while on the road! Setting myself up for success!

I traveled home to my moms this weekend and am so proud of how dedicated I have been!! Its crazy how you don't think you can do something until you do it! It really changes how you believe in yourself!

Every morning I got up at 5 am to do my cardio and get a little work done!

 I'm not going to lie, I was full of energy over the weekend.... but its slowly fading away!! I am pretty sure I wouldn't have made it without my E&E pre workout formula!

 Not sure what anyone else does on the weekends, but I was partying at the gym, then grilling at night lol!! It feels good to be good!! I feel great, satisfied... and although I am not doing the things many others do on a Saturday night, I know when Im on stage, I will not regret any minute spent prepping for this show!!  Its all about setting yourself up for success!! 

Totally needed a rice cake or 2 for energy before hitting up the gym at night!

My yummy chicken and veggies I have had every day!! I don't think I would ever get sick of eating this!!

One thing I got the opportunity to do this weekend was Sunday, there was a bodybuilding show by my moms house that was right about the same level as what I am doing... It was NPC and a smaller show, so it really helped me see what I am suppose to look like, but more importantly, see them pose up close so I can nail that part down.. Posing is probably the most difficult thing for me right now and I just still shake like crazy!

My boys and I at the Bodybuilding show!! They were so good while mommy got to relax and watch how the posing goes so I can be prepped and ready!!

Here is my meal plan/workout schedule for the week:

Monday: BACK DAY

Am- CARDIO when waking up (plyos)

Breakfast- 8 egg whites, 1/2 cup oatmeal, vanilla and cinnamon (YUP THE MANCAKES EVERY MORNING!)

Snack- SHAKEOLOGY with PB2, raw almonds

Lunch- Grilled chicken and veggies, 1/2 sweet potato

Snack- SHAKEOLOGY with PB2, raw almonds

Dinner- Grilled Chicken and salad with veggies vinegar dressing

Snack- Egg whites with Sriracha hot sauce

Tuesday: LEG DAY

Am- Cardio when waking up (BODY BEAST Cardio)

Breakfast- Mancakes

Snack- Grilled Chicken and grilled veggies

3 rice cakes plain 30 min before gym- 2nd workout Leg day

Lunch- SHAKEOLOGY with PB2, almonds

Snack- Grilled chicken and spinach salad with vinegar, raw almonds

Dinner-Shakeology with PB2

Wed: SHOULDERS/TRIS

Am Cardio (21 DAY FIX Plyo)

Breakfast- Mancakes

Snack- Shakeology, raw almonds

Lunch- Grilled Chicken, veggies, sweet potato

Snack- SHAKEOLOGY, raw almonds

Dinner- Grilled chicken, spinach salad vinegar dressing

Snack- egg whites with sriracha 

Thursday: OFF DAY (CARDIO ONLY)

Am Cardio (T25 2.0)

Breakfast- Mancakes

Snack- Shakeology with PB2, raw almonds

Lunch- Grilled chicken with green beans, sweet potato

Snack- Shakeology with PB2, raw almonds

Dinner- Grilled chicken, spinach salad

Snack- Egg whites 

Friday: BACK DAY

Am Cardio (21 DAY FIX cardio)

Breakfast- Mancakes

Snack- SHAKEOLOGY with PB2, raw almonds

Lunch- Grilled Chicken, green beans

Snack- Shakeology with PB2

Dinner- Grilled chicken, spinach salad

Snack- Egg whites

Saturday:  LEG DAY

Am Cardio (BODY BEAST cardio)

Breakfast-  Shakeology with PB2, almonds

Snack- Mancakes (1 hr prior to leg day)

Lunch - Post workout Shakeology, raw almonds, sweet potato

Dinner- grilled chicken and spinach salad

Snack- Egg whites

Sunday: OFF DAY (CARDIO ONLY)

Am Cardio (T25)

Breakfast- Mancakes

Snack- Shakeology with PB2, raw almonds 

Lunch- grilled chicken and green beans, sweet potato

Snack- Shakeology, raw almonds

This was my first full week of training myself for my show, and Im pretty excited that I am extra motivated to push as hard as possible!! I will start carb cycling next week and cutting out my PB2 and replacing 1 SHAKEOLOGY with Whey Protein.  :) 

Thats what I got for y'all for now, but feel free to follow me on Facebook and/or add me as a friend if you want extra motivation or even to start reaching your own health and fitness goals! As I am prepping for my show, I also run challenge groups on Facebook for those who want to workout from home and want accountability, support, motivation, tips, etc to reach their goals!

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SHAKEOLOGY VS. IT WORKS "GREENS" and "PRO FIT"

SHAKEOLOGY VS. IT WORKS GREENS & PRO FIT

I have been getting a lot of questions concerning the difference between IT WORKS GREENS and SHAKEOLOGY.  I am so excited to actually discuss this because I am familiar with both! Before starting my business with BEACHBODY, I actually was an IT WORKS independent distributor.  I have knowledge with both and more importantly, EXPERIENCE with them both.  I have had a good amount of customers using both as well, which was a better indication of what I should represent for my friends and family. 

IT WORKS GREENS:

With 8+ servings of fruits and vegetables and a blend of 38 herbs and nutrient-rich superfoods, Greens provides naturally occurring, bioavailable vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytonutrients, and enzymes to give your already well-balanced diet a nutritional boost.

 

-Comes in 2 flavors: orange and berry

-Detoxify, alkalize, and promote pH balance within the body

-Acidity-fighting magnesium and potassium blend

-Includes probiotic support for digestive health

-38 herbs and nutrient-rich superfoods

-8+ servings of fruits and vegetables in every scoop

-Free radical-fighting antioxidants

-Contains SOY protein

WHY IS SOY BAD FOR YOU?! After research, it is found that over 99% of soy in genetically modified and has one of the highest percentages of contamination by pesticides of our foods.  It has also found to affect thyroid and hormone levels. 

*This is NOT a meal replacement- This is simply a drink that does not have any protein, fats, carbohydrates, sugar, or calories.

Price:

33$ for loyal customers (50$ up-front fee with minimum 3 month commitment and 50$ penalty fee if canceled during that time)

40% retail

- To get the free shipping with It works, you must have auto ship for 3 months prior to getting free shipping. 

It WORKS Pro FIT

I have had many comments about comparing only the Greens and Shakeology, so I am adding in Pro FIT which is It WORKS protein drinks.  
The reason I am comparing the two is because with Shakeology, it is NOT a protein drink, nor just a shake with nutrients.... which putting BOTH Greens and Pro fit together still does not add up to Shakeology.  Shakeology is a health shake full of dense nutrition, more protein that is needed for muscle repair, and also has enough calories, fat, and protein to carbohydrate ratio which is how Shakeology keeps you full for longer.  

Pro FIT nutrition facts:
Calories: 100
Protein: 14
Fat: 2
Sugar: 1
Carbs: 5
Although the nutrition facts are important and do tell you this is not enough to replace an entire meal, it also is not the only indicator of what clean eating is.  
It is the nutrients and ingredients that make a difference and 
you will notice again, soy is an ingredient towards the top which means it has a higher amount of that ingredient.  
You will also notice, comparing to Shakeology, in Pro FIT, there is not 70 natural ingredients and super foods which is going to give you a natural boost of energy, help your cravings, and improve your overall health (including heart health).

SHAKEOLOGY

Shakeology is a MEAL REPLACEMENT that is used in place of any meal during your day.  This is NOT a protein shake or a diet shake, but is a meal that gives you your daily dose of dense nutrition.

-Comes in 4 different flavors:

Chocolate

Vanilla

Green berry

Strawberry

VEGAN chocolate (vegan is Gluten free, soy free, and wheat free. The protein is from plant protein Pea and Brown rice protein)

VEGAN strawberry

-GLUTEN FREE

-Protein- Whey Protein ISOLATE which is the purest of proteins that have least amount of lactose (will improve digestion).

Shakeology includes:

-More than 70 super-nutritious ingredients.

-Proteins, Vitamins, and Minerals – to help reduce hunger and food cravings.

-Antioxidants and Phytonutrients – to help detoxify and protect the body against free radical damage.

-Adaptogen Herbs – to help increase energy and combat stress.

-Prebiotics, Probiotics, Fiber, and Digestive Enzymes – to aid digestion and promote regularity.

Plus, Shakeology can help:

• Build and repair muscles

• Promote ideal blood sugar levels

• Support brain function to help promote alert thinking and a positive mood

• Promote healthy skin, hair, and nails

Price: You can get a month supply for 129$/month in home direct (HD), which you can cancel at any time without a penalty. 

If you break it down, it comes out to 4$/day.  I like comparing this to other meals you would have during this meal if you were not using Shakeology.  Please note, this includes your protein, carbs, NATURAL sugar, daily servings of veggies, and daily multi-vitamin.

Can you even get a 6 oz steak for McDonald’s/Starbucks for 4$?

It is time to think smart, and eat smart.. I was very skeptical on using Shakeology because it was 129$ every month.. But I knew within the first month, I was getting great results along with getting all these health benefits.  So what I did was went to the grocery store with my list and looked at all the ingredients I was getting for a meal.. For instance, I had 1 green pepper, 1 cucumber, kalamata olives, feta cheese, spinach, 1 piece of chicken, tomatoes, and a sweet potato..

If you add these up you will come up with 17$ and you will have a salad for 4  days… Even if you take 17 x 7.5 (30 days in a month and getting even the salads alone every 4 days) is 127.50…

*this is not including your sweet potato or chicken every day. Also not including your daily multi-vitamin which ranges between 10-25$ depending on where you get it.

The point of me breaking this down for you just shows what your getting physically with your money, but does not compare to the savings you will doctor visits, medication adjustments (including blood pressure, cholesterol, depression, anti-inflammatory, and I have had customers decrease and get off medication for Crohn’s and Diabetes).

I hope these comparisons helped you see a difference between Shakeology and It works nutrition supplements and their Pro fit protein drink. I am not here to try and promote one over another, but simple you facts so you can hopefully make a determination on what is best for you and your health long term.