Journaling: Fitness Modeling Contest Week 1

I’m so excited! I am about to compete in this Fitness Modeling Competition in Canada. The contest is on Novemeber 14, 2009. That means I have exactly 10 weeks and 3 days before the show! I just know I am going to win. Just the other day, I was working out in front of the mirror in the gym, and I got these crazy visuals of me in my “Coach Yari” suit, winning the contest! I feel it, I know it.

I even started journaling on everything I eat, how I feel, and even my workouts so I can know every step I take during this journey. Through journaling I will also be able to know if there is anything I need to change based on how my body is looking and how Im feeling. In other words, if I'm feeling lathargic, I can look back and see what made me feel that way. Also, since I have taken my body fat measurements, as well as circumference this will help me know where I stand. I will be measuring every week. As of last week I was 13.7% using a 7 point site.

I will check out what it is today! I've eliminated all fruit from my nutrition (sucks I know) because I'm apparantly super reactive and allergic to certain kinds of mold according to the ALCAT, an allergy test. Dr. Sears, my doctor, recommended I avoid all fruit for at least 6 months. This means I am gonna have to eat a lot more fat, so i can keep weight on my body.

Tip for you: If you are beginning a new exercise program, I recommend journaling. You will eventually get the hang of it. The point is you will know what works for you! And it does help keep you on the right track towards making your goals happen. It will get you in a "zone". It's good mental work and good for your spirit too because you are just in the moment...so, it can be a form of meditation.

**You can write either in a journal, or do it like me, typing it up on my computer. Whatever is easiest for you.

Lots of Love, gonna make myself some green tea now.

Coach Yari
www.getfitin6.com

P.S. I just wrote part 5 of the 5 part series on my secrets to staying lean and fit all year round. If you havent subscribed to my newsletters don't forget to, it will be out this upcoming Monday Sept 7th!