I work out about 5 times a week but my first love is the martial arts. I made it half way to my black belt before I had to move to the USA. Our class really focused on physical condition for tournaments and overall health - we had a lot of fun without really noticing that we were "exercising". I have yet to find a school in my area that is fun but ALSO takes it seriously instead of some baby sitting service with adults as an after thought.
At first I didn't like going to the gym. But I made myself research and figure out how to do weights and cardio. I also researched Hypertrophy Specific Training and printed up a goal plan. I change it every 6 weeks to keep my workout interesting so I don't get bored. And of course I watch the videos on this website because they give you ideas and new things to try.
Keeping it fresh and giving yourself goals to work towards makes going to the gym interesting rather than a chore.
My hobbies are costume design and modeling. I try to keep in shape to ensure that my hobbies work out the way I enjoy them and also to live a happier life.
Almost broke my fingers - it was my own fault for blocking a kick without making a total fist.
Other martial artists and Jamo. I know Jamo could make working out fun but alas, we live on opposite ends of the country. He has a fantastic body!
I love 6 packs on men. Raised chests are also nice.
Love my abs, they have always been flat and get nice tone when my body fat goes down. I can actually see them. I have never had a beer belly or a girl belly, even when I weighed 135lbs.
Fortunately, I don't have to "try" to make this area work, it just does. Thank you genetics?
I try not to get stuck on one exercise because it's very easy for me to do. I can get into a habit or routine and go like that forever. Unfortunately my body loves to plateau. So I have switch it around every 6 weeks.
Strawberry Spinach Salad w/low fat feta cheese
Low fat cheese in general. I could eat stacks of it all day but then it would be a junk food hahaha
Apples with cinnamon - heated in the microwave for 30 seconds
Low fat/sugar Yoghurt
Low fat Cottage Cheese
Black beans and wild rice
Home made chili (no meat!)
Potatoes - served any way you name it. Tater Tots, Fries, Mashed, Stuffed Baked. Lots of salt.
Also addicted to sweets/desserts.
I'm interested in trying some sort of fat burner (no caffeine)
Cranberry Suppliments
Probably should take some vitamins >.>
Black Belt Magazine
Martial arts books
Meditation books
Techno, Trance and some Pop.
I'm still going good with the diet and exercise. I've only got 2 more weeks to Dragoncon and I want those last 2 pounds GONE. Hopefully I will be around 109lbs by then, that will be an awesome break!
But I'm having to crack down a little bit. I like my pasta and whole wheat carbs and they slowly sneak up on me. Mostly in treat form. I've still managed to be mostly good and lost 6 pounds in 8 weeks, but for the next two weeks I really have to get a rein on it.
So, I made it to the final round. One Title! The winner will win The Title Of "World's Most Perfect Female Physique 2008". In addition, with this title comes a certifcate, trophy, and a picture on the front cover of our print magazine! So, help me win by voting every 24 hours from one IP starting Saturday, Dec 1st. Please fwd to all your friends. Thx in advance. THIS CONTESTS ENDS ON DECEMBER 29, 2007 @ 6pm Central.
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