I have a head full of some things I just have to get out, so here it is. Firstly I’m shocked at the selfishness of some people at one of the most difficult times of my life. Not one, not two, not three, but four different people felt that dumping their issues on me the day before and the day of my mothers funeral would be considered okay. Well you know it, IT WASN’T! Their timing was terrible to say the least and it just goes to show how selfish some people really are. I don’t care what you think, what issues you have, none of this matters to me. I’m grieving the death of not one but two parents and you think you have the right to waste my precious time and detract from what’s really import here. Are you kidding me, who do you think you are? You are to me the lowest of the low and if I don’t see these people again it’ll be only to soon. I have learnt so many lessons this past year and unfortunately not all positive. I’ve also seen the true colours of many of my family and friends and all isn’t what it appears to be either. That’s okay because not all of these people will be a part of my future because I don’t have time for selfish people in my life. Enough said.
Now that I’ve got that of my chest, onto more positive things. I’ve been doing some thinking lately and I’ve decided that during my next transformation I’m not going to be publishing my stats. The reason being is because of an earlier post of mine about numbers vs results. The numbers are indicators for myself and for my coach to ensure that everything’s going according to plan. There is no need to be 1. numbers focused, and 2. there is no benefit or requirement to publish my stats. I’ve seen time and time again competitors comparing themselves to other competitors. This simply is not healthy and no good ever comes of it. No two competitors are the same, we’re genetically different. What works for one may not work for another and so on and so forth. So by choosing to not be numbers focused or publishing my numbers for comparison and/or judging I’m making the effort to break away from bad habits and creating new and healthy habits for myself.
JD got my email with my symmetry photos and stats. He’s had a look over them, we talked on the phone and now I’m waiting for an email which will have everything I need to get started again. He agrees that competing should be the last thing on my mind and getting fit and healthy should be my #1 priority. It’s good to know that he’s not one of those money hungry personal trainers out there that isn’t interested in the bottom dollar. Instead he’s more concerned with how I am and getting me fitter and healthier. Once I achieve this and maintain it then we’ll talk about competing but until then please stop asking me when I’ll be competing next. I don’t know and I don’t need the pressure either. There’s more to life than competing at this point in time.
It’s probably a good thing I have reiki tonight because I’m feeling so angry at the moment. Grieving is such an emotional roller coaster ride that it’s starting to feel normal for me, how sad is that. I’ll also be seeing Jacqui Louder tomorrow so it’ll no doubt be another emotional session but probably a very necessary one. I just take the good with the bad and go with it, where it takes me I never know until it stops. But I’m getting there, slowly but surely day by day.
Speaking of which I better get a couple of things done before I head to reiki. Good night.
Lia xxx
Lindy & I have been talking on the phone today, no surprises there. LOL!! She’s been working on updating the athlete profile part of her website and I’ve just updated my profile. For those that don’t know about it it’s an opportunity for any athlete to get some exposure through her website and share with the world your achievements. There’s a dozen of us up there already so if you haven’t submitted your information already I’d highly recommend you give it a go. What have you got to lose?
Here’s what you need to do. Go to the memberszone (left hand side menu on the front page), then in the drop down menu select starzone and submit profile. Fill in the questions, select your three best shots and submit it. Easy peasy.
You’ll also notice at the top of my blog I now have a Lindy Olsen’s Forum Banner. If you click on the banner it’ll take you straight there and for those that aren’t currently members why not sign up, it’s free. Lindy prides herself on not charging anyone for this facility. She wanted to give health and fitness people a place where we could all communicate in a safe and friendly environment without the usual challenges that come up in most forums. Currently we have a fabulous bunch of members who genuinely support one another in their goals and dreams. Not all are competitors and we all have varying backgrounds. We love to meet new people so would love it if you joined us. Also if you’re interested in having your own Lindy Olsen’s Forum banner on your blog we have eight to chose from, just email me and I’ll happily help you out.
And while I’m on the topic, Lindy’s Blogging! Well actually, she has two blogs over on her website. Lindy’s Blog & Lindy’s Comp Blog. That’s right, Lindy’s getting ready to compete again next year. So if you’re like me and a mad keen admirer you can get the low down of what’s involved with her next comp prep. We even get to see her training videos, she’s keeping it real which I love. You know me I’m honest and upfront about everything and so is Lindy. Last week she was doing scarecrows, great exercise and one I hadn’t seen before.
But we mustn’t forget Mr Behind the Scenes. Dallas is not only her husband but also her photographer, her videographer, graphic designer, web assistant, training partner, the list goes on but I’m sure you get the picture by now. He’s an awesome guy and you all know how much I love his work.
Lindy bless her came up with a name for my next journey, called Large 2 Lean. I’ve created a folder over in the forum where I’ll be posting all of my thoughts, weekly stats and the monthly photos. Wait until you see my before photos I took this morning, they’re disgusting if I do say so myself. My gosh, have I ever got my work cut out for me. Oh well, you do the crime you pay the time. All of my monthly symmetry photos from start to finish will be taken wearing exactly the same costume, they’ll be no big photo shoot at the end portraying this totally glamorous image. You’ll see exactly what you saw in the very beginning only fitter and healthier, I’m keeping this real! There’ll be no illusions, no lies. Just me, documenting my transformation for the second time round. It all begins on Monday 1st December 2008.
Well folks, I have a uniform that desperately needs to be ironed ready for work tomorrow and this isn’t getting it done. LOL!! Although I’d rather be blogging it doesn’t pay the bills. Have a great week ahead and don’t forget to smile. 
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when it comes to being a figure competitor. In the very beginning it’s all about the dieting and the training then competing, that’s it! There’s no time for anything else but four years later it’s a different story. It takes a whole lot more in my opinion to get an athlete up on that stage in nothing less than peak condition. Here is a list of some of the things that I do and some of the resources that I use:
2 x Epsom Salt Spa Baths Per Week
1 x Sauna Session Per Week
Reiki
Myotherapy
Chiropractor
Yoga
Pilates
The requirements for these can vary depending on my body. Some are old and some are new but all essential to my competition preparation. I believe that I need to respect and look after my inner self as well as my outer self in order to get the best performance out of my body. For some time now I’ve neglected my inner and my outer body so I’ve gone back to using some of these resources to help me get everything back into alignment. Then in conjunction with my return back to everything next week I’ll be well on my way to recovery. I know that my first month will be incredibly challenging and no surprises there but I’m doing everything within my means to help me help myself.
Sunday morning it’s up nice and early for my “before photos”. Not something I have to admit I’m looking forward to but it’s a necessary evil both for myself and for JD. I’ll be taking them wearing my posing costume and yes I know I’m either clinically insane or an incredibly brave girl. I like to think that I’m just plain old crazy. LOL!! Just think, they’ll make for a pretty amazing before and after story. That and I want the consistency for photos with the same costume, same background, you get the picture and pardon the pun. LOL!! I’ll be posting them up over in my folder at LindOlsen.com’s Forum.
Also today I launched the official Lindy Olsen Fan Page on facebook. One of the lovely forum members thought of the idea and I bought it to life. Lindy just loves it and couldn’t be happier with it, mission accomplished!
Lindy and I have gone from being complete strangers to her being my first figure role model to a friend to affiliates and now she’s like a sister to me. I am just so blessed and honoured to be affiliated with her in every way shape and form. She is such an incredible athlete and we couldn’t ask for a more dedicated role model.
Tomorrow I’m in for a real treat because I’m booked in at the Park Club Health & Day Spa. I’m having the La Prairie Diamond Perfection Body Treatment, La Prairie Caviar Body Treatment, La Prairie Gold Facial & La Prairie Caviar Eye Treatment. I’ve had the facial and the eye treatment before but not the body treatments. But I’ll tell you all about it in my next blog.
Sorry to cut this short but I’ve just found out that Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is on tv now. Have a great weekend! )
Wanna look sexy? Of course you do!
There’s more to looking sexy than just being attractive. We all know people who are certainly attractive, but there’s something missing. So what’s this missing ingredient?
It’s confidence!
Sure, having lean, symmetrical muscle is an important factor in looking extraordinarily good. But there’s nothing that beats the visual and psychological appeal of a woman who carries herself with poise and confidence, looking the world right in the eyes.
Think Valerie would look this incredible if her shoulders were slumped forward?
While the roots of confidence are anchored in the mind, looking confident has its foundation in the musculo-skeletal system. When the body is statically and dynamically aligned, visual appeal is maximized.
Whether you’re really confident or not, I’m going to show you how to appear confident by having Sexy Upper Body Posture. As they say, “fake it till you make it.”
Warning: there are side effects to improving your posture. You will feel and perform better than you have in a long time. And you’ll have to fight the men off.
Let’s first take a look at how to identify optimal and faulty upper body posture. Then we’ll discuss methods to correct and/or prevent faulty body mechanics.
Ready? Let’s go!
Read more….
Now that I’ve got that of my chest, onto more positive things. I’ve been doing some thinking lately and I’ve decided that during my next transformation I’m not going to be publishing my stats. The reason being is because of an earlier post of mine about numbers vs results. The numbers are indicators for myself and for my coach to ensure that everything’s going according to plan. There is no need to be 1. numbers focused, and 2. there is no benefit or requirement to publish my stats. I’ve seen time and time again competitors comparing themselves to other competitors. This simply is not healthy and no good ever comes of it. No two competitors are the same, we’re genetically different. What works for one may not work for another and so on and so forth. So by choosing to not be numbers focused or publishing my numbers for comparison and/or judging I’m making the effort to break away from bad habits and creating new and healthy habits for myself.
