My computer is back, which leaves me no excuse not to write. As it has been a month and a half since my last post, this may be a condensed version of events to be elaborated on in future posts.
I will start by saying ~ I accomplished my goal and competed in my first body building show at the Western Canadians in Kelowna BC on the 18th of May.
My whole process and journey to this point was a positive and motivating one with of course the few exceptions of mental breakdowns and self doubt along the way. Taking a look at the whole picture from start to finish - I LOVED it!!
Funny - who would have thought? Me? The one that is always concerned about what people think of me, the image that I am trying to portray, and wanting to make everyone else happy. Hmmm....this time, I did this for me. I now understand what people mean by this particular sport being a selfish one. But...I think it also depends on how you look at it. I compared it to golf. No one can do this but *you*. You can't blame anyone for not doing the exercise, or extra cardio that needs to be done. The amount of food that you are either eating and not supposed to be eating or a treat that you may sneak and not tell anyone.
You are accountable to yourself and only you. The end result is the body that you show on the outside with less fat, tight abs, and flattering muscle definition. On the inside you know that you have done everything up to that point when you stand on stage at that very moment, and smile and show the people -
This is ME!
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