My Turn

So today is Moday, February 23, and it is also the day that I set to start the Body-For-Life challenge. I'm proud to say, that even though its only 9:30 in the morning, I've started out strong. I got up at 5:30am to do my workout (lower body) and completed it with a bit of sweat on by brow. I never imagined 5:30am could actually feel good! My spouse Nick was thrilled to have the company in the morning too. I even made coffee for him.

Right now, I feel like I'm cheating because the Myoplex bar I'm eating is so yummy. Thanks Sifu Shipalesky for the info on that!! Last night I prepared several meals for myself, since I know that if I didn't do it then, packing a lunch for myself in the mornings wouldn't happen. Its great that the things I like are still available to me. I'm a big fan of food- the good stuff (and , yeah, some bad). Mmmm... Snow peas...

I'm attempting to get some of my family involved, even if its on a smaller scale. Its very hard to convince others to change their habits, expecially ones 20 years in the making. However, I'm really hoping that, in 12 weeks, I'll be living proof that this thing works. I can tell my mom and dad stories of other people and blackbelts who have followed through with it and succeeded, but honestly, they're just names to my folks. However, if their daughter struts up, leaner, meaner and stronger, I think they'll be convinced. Dad, I'm talking to you here....

Sifu Khona LaRocque
Silent River Kung Fu, Alberta, Canada

Correct Me If I'm Wrong...

I'm sure the people who know me could argue some of these, this is me trying to reflect and be honest with myself... and you guys too.

My Strengths

-I'm willing to try anything, attempt anything

-I love what I do (my classes)

-I'm kind, and usually polite

-I catch on fast, learn fast

-I'm smrt. Kidding. I mean smart

-Apparently I think I'm funny
-I'm strong in body and mind (however, note my mention on will power below)

My Weaknesses

-I procrastinate...alot

-I have very little will power with some issues, too stubborn with others

-I'm lazy

-I love my sweets

-Things that really bother me I brush off

-I have a wicked temper (as previously stated)

There you go. Both of these lists can be longer, of course, but these are what came to mind. The goal of this post is to let everyone know about me, know me better, and therefore hold me accountable. On this note, I want to send out a plea. As I said, I'm lazy, and I procrastinate. A bad combination. I need random and spontaneous kicks-in-the-rear, both self-inflicted and from others. I can cover the self-inflicted, but the rest...

Medium Rare with Sauteed Mushrooms... I'm Drooling

I'm not too sure where this post is going to lead so bear with me.

I can't seem to get a good routine going with the UBBT. It seems that when I'm doing well in one area, I fall behind on another. Its constantly a game of catch up with me. I've got my miles on track, thanks to the long walks everywhere in Mexico, but my form reps got forgotten. You not only need to train your body, you have to train your mind to set an alarm off when its needed.

So for anyone out there that is taking the Body-for-Life challenge, I'm setting a date. I'll be back in Mexico next week, but then I'll be back in full force. Anyone want to join me for Monday, February 23rd?

Then, after that, its the vegitarian challenge. I'll need everyone's support on that, I'm a huge steak lover. Love that Alberta beef.