Cali's Road to the big 4-0

[caligirl85]

I would focus first on re-building a good foundation for the more aesthetic finishing touches. For example, in the shoulder I'd do internal and external rotation with cables to strengthen the rotator cuff. I'd also keep doing the PT. The delts can come up pretty quickly (I love plain old dumbbell presses and seated lateral raises, also cable lateral raises).

How long were you off, Cali? One thing that has really helped me lately is doing warm-up sets on every exercise... Even if it seems like a repeat. It means I have to put my pride aside regarding how much I can lift during my working sets but overall the results have been better and for once (fingers crossed) I am injury free at the moment.

Thanks CB. Definitely agree on the warm up sets! I was off for a few months (from regular lifting) and then some hit and miss over the summer, going back to a regular routine in September but about 3 weeks in, the pain started.

As much as I'd like to compete, I may just focus on rebuilding now and losing some weight and getting back into it, maintaining that precious injury free status. We'll see how the next few weeks plays out.

 

[figurechamp]

Morning everyone..will write and respond more later this afternoon but...weigh in results.

Started the week at 179.2
This morning 173.8

Amazing what happens when you cut out all the late night pb toast! LOL

I know most of it is water weight and I can always drop big numbers the first week of trying to clean it up BUT...I'll take it!! Gives me further motivation to keep going and dial in the diet where it needs to be.

I will be eating tonight, however, and am ok with it! It will be within reason but I'm not going to get too stressed if I eat extra calories today. There was a time when I'd be having a panic attack and guilt up the wazoo but I'm giving myself permission and am going to enjoy the day. That being said, I'll probably make a couple "clean" recipes and disguise them as regular stuff for everyone else.

Happy New Years! I'm off to the gym!

Cali!!!

We are so much in the same boat and I didn't even realize it til u just posted this part!!!

I'm turning 40 in may! Competing for the first time the day before my birthday. from past posts, you mentioned that our stats are similar. Holy crap! They're REALLY similar!!! I start dieting tomorrow and I weigh 177! It's like youre my virtual twin!!! Lol

This weekend, I've allowed myself to eat anything I want coz the hell is just about to begin, so I'm getting it all in while I can!!! fritos, cookies, candy, spaghetti, pizza. I have hogged! Hahaha!

Cardio sessions start Tuesday. I hope I drop weight like u have already!

And I, too, have a nagging injury, although not as bad as a tear. I think I have carpal tunnel in both elbows, making it painful to do anything with my arms, which is just about everything!!!

We should periodically check on one another since we're doing the same shit. I hope your week goes better!!!

 

[johnnyrockit8665]

Just a quick update...I have had a crappy last 16 hours!! Geez!! Nothing like starting the new year off with a bang. I probably shouldn't even be updating now because I'm not in a great headspace and you all don't need my log to become my therapy session!! Part of getting my training program back on track is getting rid of the drama and baggage that has been my on/off relationship of the last few months. It started coming to a head last night and ended this morning...badly. It's one of those things where you know it's for the best but it still sucks and I feel pretty beat up emotionally. The good part is we've had a lot of time apart recently and I know I feel overall happier without dealing with all his chaos on a daily basis. I thought there was some hope but I think I was wrong.

I did hit the gym both yesterday and today.

I trained chest yesterday and will post that workout up in a bit. Today I just did 30 minutes of lackluster walking on the treadmill and another 20 awesome minutes in the steam room. That was the best part! My chest is really sore today and I am really feeling it.

Sorry for the vent!

Its all good cali that's what these things are for sometimes. Sorry to hear about all the BS drama I say fck em lol. It looks like your handling it the right way get in there and KTS use it for fuel........

 

[RADAR]

Cali!!!

We are so much in the same boat and I didn't even realize it til u just posted this part!!!

I'm turning 40 in may! Competing for the first time the day before my birthday. from past posts, you mentioned that our stats are similar. Holy crap! They're REALLY similar!!! I start dieting tomorrow and I weigh 177! It's like youre my virtual twin!!! Lol

This weekend, I've allowed myself to eat anything I want coz the hell is just about to begin, so I'm getting it all in while I can!!! fritos, cookies, candy, spaghetti, pizza. I have hogged! Hahaha!

Cardio sessions start Tuesday. I hope I drop weight like u have already!

And I, too, have a nagging injury, although not as bad as a tear. I think I have carpal tunnel in both elbows, making it painful to do anything with my arms, which is just about everything!!!

We should periodically check on one another since we're doing the same shit. I hope your week goes better!!!

would it help if i said you don't need a life long commitment of BS and Drama, you're better off!
you'll find Mr. right when you least expect it.

 

[jennifer778]

Hey Cali! So glad to have your posts to follow! Cant wait to follow your progress!! So when are your competition dates again? So excited for you! You can definitely do this!! So how are your injuries?

Merry (late) Christmas and happy new year!!

 

[Cutiebolic]

Thanks CB. Definitely agree on the warm up sets! I was off for a few months (from regular lifting) and then some hit and miss over the summer, going back to a regular routine in September but about 3 weeks in, the pain started.

As much as I'd like to compete, I may just focus on rebuilding now and losing some weight and getting back into it, maintaining that precious injury free status. We'll see how the next few weeks plays out.

Nice, girl... We are all here for you. Let training be your release. Learn how to prioritize your own health again.

Take care of your physical, spiritual etc... Every day is a new beginning. New Year didn't start off right? Guess what? You get another crack at it tomorrow ;D

"See" you at the gym

xo, CB

PS this post sounded like a fortune cookie! Lol

 

[caligirl85]

Cali!!!

We are so much in the same boat and I didn't even realize it til u just posted this part!!!

I'm turning 40 in may! Competing for the first time the day before my birthday. from past posts, you mentioned that our stats are similar. Holy crap! They're REALLY similar!!! I start dieting tomorrow and I weigh 177! It's like youre my virtual twin!!! Lol

This weekend, I've allowed myself to eat anything I want coz the hell is just about to begin, so I'm getting it all in while I can!!! fritos, cookies, candy, spaghetti, pizza. I have hogged! Hahaha!

Cardio sessions start Tuesday. I hope I drop weight like u have already!

And I, too, have a nagging injury, although not as bad as a tear. I think I have carpal tunnel in both elbows, making it painful to do anything with my arms, which is just about everything!!!

We should periodically check on one another since we're doing the same shit. I hope your week goes better!!!

FC..that is so cool! I was really excited to see your post and you're right..we are basically virtual twins!! Let's rock this 40th birthday stuff!!

Let's definitely keep each other posted.

The weight will come off for you..I always drop a lot the first two weeks but it will slow right down and then I'll have to work a lot more at it.

So cool to compete the day before your birthday. I'm looking at 4 days after mine. Keep me posted!

 

[caligirl85]

Its all good cali that's what these things are for sometimes. Sorry to hear about all the BS drama I say fck em lol. It looks like your handling it the right way get in there and KTS use it for fuel........

Thanks Johnny. I'll definitely be using it in the gym. I just have to ensure I am no where near a whiskey bottle!!

 

[caligirl85]

would it help if i said you don't need a life long commitment of BS and Drama, you're better off!
you'll find Mr. right when you least expect it.

Thank you Radar. That did help. It's rough in the moment but I know you're right. I feel like I've lived a lifetime in the last 8 months and it's not worth it. Life is too short! Sometimes it's hard being alone but I've always said, I'd rather be happy and single, then with someone and miserable. So that is where I need to focus.

 

[caligirl85]

Hey Cali! So glad to have your posts to follow! Cant wait to follow your progress!! So when are your competition dates again? So excited for you! You can definitely do this!! So how are your injuries?

Merry (late) Christmas and happy new year!!

Thanks Jen!! Merry Christmas and Happy New year to you too! My show dates are either June or October. Injuries are doing fairly well. I've been training but keeping it low weight and I haven't had too much pain so I'm feeling really good about it.