The first Steps

Let start at the beginning... Where on earth did I get the idea to try and put my self through months of... lets call it self reflection, in order to put my body through probably the most intense form of physical and mental testing I will ever face. It began last year, I have this friend you see, who had been training alot during the past few years and decided to introduce me into the world of fitness. For the first time of my life, I experienced what it was like to ACTUALLY go to the gym. Let me tell you, I could not walk for three days.

That is where is all started, then come this September, I decided i would try training properly, diet, schedule and all. It was interesting, watching my body change and adapt through those few months was awesome! And of course all along the way, my friend kept insiring me. See, I donno if he knows this, but he is a true motivating factor in my life, and has helped me every step of the way, which i greatly appreciate. 

So now, what has changed between now and September? Well, I am no trained professional, therefore I need quite a bit of guidance when it comes to contest prep. Sure you can go to the gym loose some weight and look good. But there is a difference between good and perfect, yes that is right ladies and gentleman I am aiming for "perfect". Perfect, or most perfect, in the eyes of the many judges who will be looking at me from every angle. Judging me on my choice of "tan", suit and make up. Size, build, proportion, stature, ect,ect.... So ... am I crazy? haha I like to think not. Though sometimes, when I wake up at 5:50  am to complete my daily cardio and step out side into minus 20... I stop and think.. and continue on with my day.

You see, this is not something you try out, its something, like I mentioned before, you commit to. So far my commitment to eat on a regular, scheduled and weighed diet, combined with weight training and cardio have transformed my body. From 158 pounds ( in Spet) to 140.2, from strong, to strong lean and toned. And so far I have been successful, though its been hard, I just hope I can keep it up!

So you would think that with these changes I am like a MILLION times happier than before right? wrong, my level of happiness hasn't changed. I was happy before, and im happy now. Sure some days are better/ worse, but overall i still have my friends, and family.

And I want all those girls out there who think there lives will be complete when they loose that 5 pounds, or get that 6 pack, that yes health is important, but it is who you are, who you surround your self with, and what you accomplish that creates happiness in your life.

Lastly, before I continue on for ever, I just want to give a HUGE thank you to all my friends ( you know who you are), and family. Thank you, so much, you all have kept me motivated knowing that you are all cheering for me!

Rebecca