Last Visit: Dec 4, 2009 5:44pm Last Forum Post: Sep 7, 2009 1:52pm Last Photo Upload: Oct 26, 2009 1:11am Last Profile Update: Oct 26, 2009 6:03am Last Blog Post: Nov 3, 2009 3:04pm
Overall Goal: Ultimately, I need to lose 70- 80 lbs, but for now, my short term goal is to lose 20 lbs by the end of Sep'09.
Fit Status:
I'M BACK BITCHES!!!! SO GLAD TO BE BACK. I MISSED Y'ALL
Motivation Level: 8/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Rachel
Sex:
Female
Age:
31
Location:
San Jose, California, United States
Occupation:
Rap Artist/ Songwriter/ Writer
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
College:
High School:
When I Started:
Aug, 2009
How I Started:
I used to be in pretty good shape. However after a 1 year fight with breast cancer, my mother passed away about 5 mos ago this year. Throughout that whole process, I packed on the pounds--drank a lot, ate a lot of crap, drank a lot--you get the picture. I was just depressed with the loss from every angle. I became disenchanted with the futility of things; why people do the things they do, etc. Now I need to wake up and live again.
Why I Love It:
The gym has always been a place for me where I can chop up any frustrations or aggression without any red tape. I don't have to go through anyone. I don't have to ask anyone's permission. I'm not subject to anyone else's evaluation. I've always been one to validate myself and the gym is one place where I can do that without being misconstrued or misunderstood. I mean, whether I like it or not, I will always be judged, whether silently or loudly. That's just human nature. I guess I don't have to listen to it at the gym. It's just me and resistence at the gym. Breaking myself down and building myself up over and over again and reaching new horizons. I can daydream at times, while other times I have to push myself to a new limit and find a new edge..find a new motivation...set a new goal. I guess for me, the gym's a lot like life, less the senseless bull**** that can distract me at times.
How I Stay Motivated:
For the most part, I keep the music pumping in the ear hole. WOOHAH! I have different playlists for different workouts and mix up music, etc. Some days, I have to dig deeper though. I have to remind myself that my body is resisting me and I must fight through pain (to a healthy extent of course) to move forward.
BB Accomplishments:
For now, nothing. Not a bodybuilder YET. I have a LOT of respect for professional BB's though. They work their asses off and really take drastic measures as it gets closer to competition time. That takes a lot of discipline and perseverance. I can imagine some must live a solitary life when they are in training.
Just trying to lose weight now and I'm only 2 days into it.
Forum Signature:
"The question isn't who is going to let me; it's who is going to stop me. "
~ Ayn Rand
Last Updated: Aug 12, 2009 4:42pm
What cocoagoddess Is Up To:
Nov 19, 2009
cocoagoddessupdated Fit Status "I'M BACK BITCHES!!!! SO GLAD TO BE BACK. I MISSED Y'ALL"
On Day 1, I really felt like crap on a stick and didn't know how long this commitment to fitness would last. She was the first one to leave a comment that encouraged me to stick with it. Her quick response and support was indicative of the environment of everyone here on bodyspace. Big ups!
Just in case anyone was wondering, I'm still committed to fitness, I've been back home visiting my family since last week and have little to no internet access here. The internet connection blows hard here, but hey, that's not the biggest fish to fry in my world. I will begin...
So, how is it coming? Are you happy with the progress you have made so far? I haven't caught up on my "friends'" updates lately, so do tell? Email me if you don't want to discuss it here.
Hey girl, thank you for the comment on my blog. The experience was sort of hard because Powerhouse was my home, but my heart is in training and as long as I have a place to train, my home will follow my desires, so I will be home again soon. And you, no matter how much you don't want to sometimes, remember, let the reason be bigger than the feeling,and just do it.
COCOA: MUAH, MUAH, MUAH! Thanks for the inspirational vote hun. One day I hope to meet all of you guys who chat on the blogs....we have a good 'ol time! Blessings and success in all you do.
LB
No, don't sound crazy at all. I understand. Trust me, the more you get into training and stick with it, it only feels better and better. I got your back, hang in there.
Hey girl, thanks for the comments and compliments to my blogs. I write them from the heart honestly and if it inspires others, it's all worth it. BTW, I think you are doing great just keep it going and watch your body start to smile at you.
In CA are you kidding me? I'd give one of my left toes to be someplace where it's warm year round. Do no less then 20 mins & remember don't eat anything! That's where I 1st messed up. Good luck.
Thanks for the add. Keep that diet clean & do some cardio b4 you eat breakfast to speed up your metabolism. I lost 40 lbs in five months. If I can do it you can do it!
I hear you! Now when you're sober and clean I'm looking forward to the new "healthy" version of the song! "Maybe if I ate more protein then I'd get more respect?" I know, I'm a genius! Stay strong!
