Thursday, July 31, 2008
Friday, July 18, 2008
yikes...
an off day...
i hate to complain, but i must document that today, my head still hurts. go away headache! it's such a mental game i suppose. today i am wondering about my intentions. in what right mind would one sacrifice health to achieve something unrealistic, when the reality is something they actually don't mind at all! hm, think about that one for a minute. anyway, i think i may be acting somewhat like a big whimp right now.. so i will stop complaining and hit the sack! Tomorrow I am training at Gold's Gym in Venice-- what a natural rush that will be!!
one more note to self... why is it that today i have been so freakin hungry all day!? And why couldn't I get thru my routine today even with an audience? hmm. something is off.
tomorrow will be better...
i hate to complain, but i must document that today, my head still hurts. go away headache! it's such a mental game i suppose. today i am wondering about my intentions. in what right mind would one sacrifice health to achieve something unrealistic, when the reality is something they actually don't mind at all! hm, think about that one for a minute. anyway, i think i may be acting somewhat like a big whimp right now.. so i will stop complaining and hit the sack! Tomorrow I am training at Gold's Gym in Venice-- what a natural rush that will be!!
one more note to self... why is it that today i have been so freakin hungry all day!? And why couldn't I get thru my routine today even with an audience? hmm. something is off.
tomorrow will be better...
Thursday, July 17, 2008
going to seattle...
Ok, so it looks like I will be in Seattle this Sunday instead of Del Mar. Sorry SD friends, would have loved to seen you!!!
Here are the dates I will be traveling to Seattle:
July 20, 21, 22, 23
August 18, 19, 20
September 15, 16, 17
Book your appointments with me =) Call SD to schedule: 800-995-8434
The Egoscue Method
www.egoscue.com
Here are the dates I will be traveling to Seattle:
July 20, 21, 22, 23
August 18, 19, 20
September 15, 16, 17
Book your appointments with me =) Call SD to schedule: 800-995-8434
The Egoscue Method
www.egoscue.com
Sunday, July 13, 2008
focus.
It's interesting how the brain works. Somewhere inside of us we have this control switch that we can sometimes either turn on, or easily turn off. For me, the switch is normally on. Since my last competition, I have had an extra surge of power, motivation and will. Easy- the determination and discipline was all there. I was completely focused. I absolutely thrive off of challenge and I'm almost always eager to prove to myself and others that if you simply stay focused and keep your eye on the goal, it is yours... if you have earned it. It has been mine- the control, the workout, the diet, the routine, the strength, the power, the passion.
Yesterday, was another story. I lost it- the flip switched and all of a sudden, I shut down. After a few weeks of the same routine (get up, cardio, eat, clients, eat, weight train, eat, teaching 4 classes, eat, closing lulu, gym/dance practice, sleep) I finally felt the pressure. My trainer always tells me to focus... all day long that is in my head, "FOCUS AMBER, FOCUS". After 3 very high profile clients yesterday (all in extreme pain), I completely lost my focus. I went to my favorite bakery and ate my most favorite danish.... oh yes, I chowed down on the most delicious custard bun ever... washed it down with an ice cold Milk Tea... I felt satisfied for about 1 minute then felt the aftermath of being very sleepy and sluggish. I may add I felt so very guilty and so disappointed in myself I started to feel depressed. At that moment, all my insecurities came out and I cried my eyes out. I felt defeated. You have two options at this point. You can loose yourself in your sorrows, or you can use it as fuel to pick yourself up and move forward.
Well, I must say, I am a shaker and a mover- and I choose to move forward. Today, I will be at the gym after work and after my meeting. To add to the pressure, I forgot to mention, the other day, my fitness routine completely changed. The routine I have been practicing no longer exists. I have one month to perfect this version before International Legacy in Colorado. The pressure is on, but I accept the challenge. I fcking love the feeling sheer determination. (excuse my french, those of you who know me know I have a sailor's mouth ;) Point being, I'm back on track and if you ever feel burnt out, take a fcking break! Your soul, body and mind need to recharge at some point!! Just don't loose sight of the big picture, ya? Glad you're with me ;)
So, I leave you with my final thought... dream big, stay focused and LOVE what you do- enjoy the ride my dear friends!!! Don't let anything get in the way of what you want.
FOCUS.
Yesterday, was another story. I lost it- the flip switched and all of a sudden, I shut down. After a few weeks of the same routine (get up, cardio, eat, clients, eat, weight train, eat, teaching 4 classes, eat, closing lulu, gym/dance practice, sleep) I finally felt the pressure. My trainer always tells me to focus... all day long that is in my head, "FOCUS AMBER, FOCUS". After 3 very high profile clients yesterday (all in extreme pain), I completely lost my focus. I went to my favorite bakery and ate my most favorite danish.... oh yes, I chowed down on the most delicious custard bun ever... washed it down with an ice cold Milk Tea... I felt satisfied for about 1 minute then felt the aftermath of being very sleepy and sluggish. I may add I felt so very guilty and so disappointed in myself I started to feel depressed. At that moment, all my insecurities came out and I cried my eyes out. I felt defeated. You have two options at this point. You can loose yourself in your sorrows, or you can use it as fuel to pick yourself up and move forward.
Well, I must say, I am a shaker and a mover- and I choose to move forward. Today, I will be at the gym after work and after my meeting. To add to the pressure, I forgot to mention, the other day, my fitness routine completely changed. The routine I have been practicing no longer exists. I have one month to perfect this version before International Legacy in Colorado. The pressure is on, but I accept the challenge. I fcking love the feeling sheer determination. (excuse my french, those of you who know me know I have a sailor's mouth ;) Point being, I'm back on track and if you ever feel burnt out, take a fcking break! Your soul, body and mind need to recharge at some point!! Just don't loose sight of the big picture, ya? Glad you're with me ;)
So, I leave you with my final thought... dream big, stay focused and LOVE what you do- enjoy the ride my dear friends!!! Don't let anything get in the way of what you want.
FOCUS.
Friday, July 4, 2008
highlights
Hawaii
Hawaii was fantastic :) Besides winning the title Ms. Fitness Hawaiian Islands, my favorite highlight was... of course, once again, getting soaked on the catamaran riding the choppy ocean waters. I just love sailing out there especially when the wind picks up and the boat feels like it's going to flip over! Jack Johnson playing in the background, good company (my mama), sea turtles, dolphins... aww, the luxury of being out on the water far away from the island, where all you see is blue ocean salt water. Oh Hawaii, I would visit every year if I could.
Ms. Fitness LA
I decided to go ahead and compete in the LA show... what fun! Just like Hawaii, I met genuine fitness gals and had a great time. This time, I placed 4th. But that is exactly what I needed to step it up. I got some really great constructive critism, if you will, and am looking forward to see how much growth (in all aspects) I can get before Nationals. Here is a glimpse at the physique round... my absolute favorite round... NOT. Can we say.... stalling so I don't have to show you my back side. Still workin on glutes and hams ;)
Maxim
Few more days of voting ya'll. Semi finalist round ends July 7th. I wonder where I stand in that goofy contest. Would be nice to win and have a photoshoot/cover with them. Spread the word!
Dance Like Mike Teaser 1
Produced by Wong Fu Productions and Far East Movement. Watch the teaser here.
The video will be released AUGUST 1st!! Yay!! Was super fun making this music video. QUEST Dance Crew was featured... (have to admit I was semi star struck by HOK LOL... I love breakdancing! Im not in this teaser... but check back for more teasers to be released this month!
upcoming events
JULY 20, 21, 22, 23- The Egoscue Method Travel Therapy Trip- Del Mar HQ PATCH CAMP... making an appearance....
AUGUST 1- Dance Like Michael Jackson Music Video Release
AUGUST 8 & 9, 2008-12th Legacy Intn'l Fitness, Figure, Bodybuilding & SportAerobic Finals, Colorado Springs
SEPTEMBER 6th- Flex Appeal All Female International Championships, Las Vegas
SEPTEMBER 10&11- Ms. Fitness USA, Las Vegas
Hawaii was fantastic :) Besides winning the title Ms. Fitness Hawaiian Islands, my favorite highlight was... of course, once again, getting soaked on the catamaran riding the choppy ocean waters. I just love sailing out there especially when the wind picks up and the boat feels like it's going to flip over! Jack Johnson playing in the background, good company (my mama), sea turtles, dolphins... aww, the luxury of being out on the water far away from the island, where all you see is blue ocean salt water. Oh Hawaii, I would visit every year if I could.
Ms. Fitness LA
I decided to go ahead and compete in the LA show... what fun! Just like Hawaii, I met genuine fitness gals and had a great time. This time, I placed 4th. But that is exactly what I needed to step it up. I got some really great constructive critism, if you will, and am looking forward to see how much growth (in all aspects) I can get before Nationals. Here is a glimpse at the physique round... my absolute favorite round... NOT. Can we say.... stalling so I don't have to show you my back side. Still workin on glutes and hams ;)
Maxim
Few more days of voting ya'll. Semi finalist round ends July 7th. I wonder where I stand in that goofy contest. Would be nice to win and have a photoshoot/cover with them. Spread the word!
Dance Like Mike Teaser 1
Produced by Wong Fu Productions and Far East Movement. Watch the teaser here.
The video will be released AUGUST 1st!! Yay!! Was super fun making this music video. QUEST Dance Crew was featured... (have to admit I was semi star struck by HOK LOL... I love breakdancing! Im not in this teaser... but check back for more teasers to be released this month!
upcoming events
JULY 20, 21, 22, 23- The Egoscue Method Travel Therapy Trip- Del Mar HQ PATCH CAMP... making an appearance....
AUGUST 1- Dance Like Michael Jackson Music Video Release
AUGUST 8 & 9, 2008-12th Legacy Intn'l Fitness, Figure, Bodybuilding & SportAerobic Finals, Colorado Springs
SEPTEMBER 6th- Flex Appeal All Female International Championships, Las Vegas
SEPTEMBER 10&11- Ms. Fitness USA, Las Vegas
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