And so it begins....

Thanks for reading my first blog entry. I hope this will help inspire you in some way.

I’m 9 weeks out from my first show of the season. As I’ve experienced before each show, I have my waves of doubts. One day I feel like I’m going to rock it, the next I wonder if I’ll be ready in time. I especially had doubts leading up to my very first show, this time last year. Despite all the ups and downs, I came into the show more confident than I could have ever imagined.  It was that confidence (along with hard work and a great support system) that helped me win 1^st.  I need to stay positive and keep things in perspective.  If I let doubt take over, I’ll never be ready for any show.  I had my first assessment this past weekend. I’m 126 lbs., at 19% body fat. My goal is to come in at 11%, around 114 lbs. At my last show in November, I came in at 12%, 112 lbs. I can do this.  I’m not going to let doubt interfere anymore. I am so focused and determined to come in my very best in June. With each show that follows, I will come in a better “me” than the last.  One thing I’ve realized is that if you ever doubt yourself, you’re just setting yourself up for failure. I tell my clients that all the time. When they think they can’t go heavier. When they think they can’t do 5 more reps, or 10 more minutes of cardio. When they think they can’t cut down on the sweets. Realize the power of your mind. Whatever your goal may be, never lose touch of it.  Picture yourself reaching it and one day, you will. I know I may not get my pro card at the next show or at any show this year. But one thing is certain. I’m going to give it my all and I’m confident I will one day win it. I know doubt will come back again. It always does. But I refuse to let it get in the way of reaching my goals.