Monday, July 6, 2009
What a Performer!
If you know me...you know I'm a huge KC fan...I guess it's rubbing off and I couldn't be prouder! :)
Bootcamp #1
I have delayed posting about my Boot camp experience, because I have been waiting for my assessment results. I got them today...so here ya go!
Overall, my boot camp experience was FABULOUS! After the 1st week of dragging my booty out of bed at 4:30am, and getting accustomed to the way things went during our workouts I was off. It felt wonderful to get out there and bust my butt every morning. Don't get me wrong I was extremely sore for the 1st week, a little less sore the 2nd week...and then the 3rd & 4th week my recovery time drastically improved so I could really work as hard as I wanted during class. I thrived in this workout environment, because I was pushed farther than I could have ever imagined I could go. I made myself give the best performance I could each day...if someone passed me I kicked it up a notch to not let it happen again. If you know me, you know I can be quite competitive, and that lit another fire that I feel hasn't been burning for a long time. It felt great!
A surprise that I wasn't expecting was how much I really enjoyed this time to myself! It was like therapy to have some alone time each day. Yes, even if it takes me getting up at 4:30am everyday for 4 weeks to grab some time for myself it was worth it!
(drum roll)
MY RESULTS:
Gained .2 lbs
Body Fat Stayed the Same
BMR Increased by 17 points
Lean Muscle Mass Increased by 1.4 lbs
MEASUREMENTS:
Biceps Decreased by 1/2 inch
Chest Stayed the Same
Torso Decreased by 1 1/2 inches
Waist Decreased by 1 1/2 inches
Hips Decreased by 1 inch
Thighs Increased 1 1/2 inches
Lower Thighs Stayed the Same
Calf Increased by 1/4 inch
I am thrilled with my results overall. In four weeks time I feel like I made some great progress with my overall fitness goals. I was a little shocked that my thighs got so much bigger...but hey ya can't win 'em all!
In fact, I have decided to complete another session of Boot camp! I can't wait to see what I can do in another 4 weeks time. I love the challenge, I love the exercise, and I love the self confidence it gives me to know that I'm doing this for me. Boot camp #2 starts one week from today!
This class has empowered me and the way I think about myself. It's made me regain control of my body, my appearance, and my well being. One of my personal mottos is "Just because I'm a Mom doesn't mean I have to look like one!" I don't like the stigma that many women have in their minds that they have to give up who they are, or what they look like because they have kids. This is not me at all. I will continue to look as good as I can for as long as I can!
My thanks goes out to Brenna for doing the research, and finding this Boot camp program for us all to take on together. I remember this idea came to light as we were sitting at Mattito's having too many margaritas...just waiting for the monsoon to stop so we could go see Kenny!
Until next time...
Overall, my boot camp experience was FABULOUS! After the 1st week of dragging my booty out of bed at 4:30am, and getting accustomed to the way things went during our workouts I was off. It felt wonderful to get out there and bust my butt every morning. Don't get me wrong I was extremely sore for the 1st week, a little less sore the 2nd week...and then the 3rd & 4th week my recovery time drastically improved so I could really work as hard as I wanted during class. I thrived in this workout environment, because I was pushed farther than I could have ever imagined I could go. I made myself give the best performance I could each day...if someone passed me I kicked it up a notch to not let it happen again. If you know me, you know I can be quite competitive, and that lit another fire that I feel hasn't been burning for a long time. It felt great!
A surprise that I wasn't expecting was how much I really enjoyed this time to myself! It was like therapy to have some alone time each day. Yes, even if it takes me getting up at 4:30am everyday for 4 weeks to grab some time for myself it was worth it!
(drum roll)
MY RESULTS:
Gained .2 lbs
Body Fat Stayed the Same
BMR Increased by 17 points
Lean Muscle Mass Increased by 1.4 lbs
MEASUREMENTS:
Biceps Decreased by 1/2 inch
Chest Stayed the Same
Torso Decreased by 1 1/2 inches
Waist Decreased by 1 1/2 inches
Hips Decreased by 1 inch
Thighs Increased 1 1/2 inches
Lower Thighs Stayed the Same
Calf Increased by 1/4 inch
I am thrilled with my results overall. In four weeks time I feel like I made some great progress with my overall fitness goals. I was a little shocked that my thighs got so much bigger...but hey ya can't win 'em all!
In fact, I have decided to complete another session of Boot camp! I can't wait to see what I can do in another 4 weeks time. I love the challenge, I love the exercise, and I love the self confidence it gives me to know that I'm doing this for me. Boot camp #2 starts one week from today!
This class has empowered me and the way I think about myself. It's made me regain control of my body, my appearance, and my well being. One of my personal mottos is "Just because I'm a Mom doesn't mean I have to look like one!" I don't like the stigma that many women have in their minds that they have to give up who they are, or what they look like because they have kids. This is not me at all. I will continue to look as good as I can for as long as I can!
My thanks goes out to Brenna for doing the research, and finding this Boot camp program for us all to take on together. I remember this idea came to light as we were sitting at Mattito's having too many margaritas...just waiting for the monsoon to stop so we could go see Kenny!
Until next time...
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