create your own future... don't let someone else discover your strengths

So, today was by far the best kickboxing class I have ever been to. The instructor, who's one of my good friends, started out the morning, like we do every Sunday morning, and Monday night, by making fun of me.

Then, as the class kept going, I was dripping in sweat and felt the adrenaline rush. He played an extra song (one of my favorites... probably trying to suck up to me so he can make fun of me more). So of course my adrenaline was pumping. I probably sweat a good 600-700 calories today.

I realized today that sometimes, in a class of close to 50 people, sometimes the one person who can motivate you the most is yourself. The other 49 people in the room don't matter.

"My feet hurt from kicking so much ass"

So, the first week of 2012 is almost over... and I have to admit, my food choices haven't been so great. =/ I am still eating those cookies and candy and chips and whatever else. I need to try to make healthier food choices.

However, my workout schedule couldn't be better. While I am doing the same classes that I have been, I feel myself working harder than ever. I come out of the gym sweating buckets! I've never had my chin sweat before!

So, as I'm getting ready for my kickboxing class in a little over 3 hours, I remind myself of all the good I have done, and all the work I still have to do.

"I'm dreading January because the gym is swamped with weight loss resolution people. There should be a separate gym for them."

Has anyone ever noticed how swamped the gym is between now and like March? I sure have. There's the people like me who are there every day, multiple hours a day. Then there's the resolution people. Who, by March, realize that haven't met their goals and give up. While I know this isn't everyone, but it's still like 99% of the resolution people, this is extremely frustrating.

I had to get to my 6:40 step class last night at 6:10 to even think about getting a spot. By 6:30 the room was packed. There were so many people (regulars in the class) there after that who weren't able to get a spot.

Now, don't get me wrong, I congratulate these people for trying, but why are you going to lose your motivation after 3 months? Weight loss doesn't happen in 3 months. Yeah, you might lose like 5 pounds in that time period. Not 20, 30 or even more. If you're going to be one of those resolution people, just remember to set small goals, like "I'm going to go to the gym 3 times this week". Then you will be successful!

"It's no longer about 'skinny' it's about 'healthy'"

So I just went food shopping for myself, and found myself buying a lot of healthy stuff for myself! I found these weight watchers lunches in the refrigerated section. The baked ziti is 16 grams of protein! I also bought some lean cuisines. The Salisbury Steaks have 22-23 grams of protein in it. I immediately bought some of these!

To control my snack cravings, i bought some "Pirate's Booty", which is the healthy version of cheese doodles. It will fill my craving for potato chips, while still being healthy. I also bought some black cherry sparkling water, to give me another option besides water and low-cal fruit punch.

Also, I found two websites that are just amazing for food and dessert lovers:
www.hungry-girl.com and www.chocolatecoveredkatie.com

These two websites give healthy ways to make our favorite desserts and breads! They are amazing, especially if you like to cook and bake.

"Be the girl you were too lazy to be yesterday"

Good Morning everyone!

Well, I woke up this morning still extremely sore from Monday's workout, which consisted of a spin class, kickboxing class and a weight training class. Doing a spin class yesterday, and my own workout yesterday probably didn't help either.

Today, I will only be doing one spin class, and taking tonight off to try and recover a little. I cheated a little yesterday on my diet, so I will be extra careful today with what I put in my mouth.

See you tonight! =)

Welcome... Here's My Story!

Hey Everyone!

I'm Brianna. I'm a 20-year old college student, who just started out on her fitness journey a little over a year ago. During the first year of college I gained 25 pounds. I was considered obese and I wasn't happy. During my sophomore year of college, that all changed. I met a personal trainer at my gym, who I clicked with, and around the same time, my gym was offering free sessions. I decided to give it a try. My personal trainer pushed me for the entire year. There was a lot of tears and sweat during this year. I worked out for hours and hours and ate well. After a year, I lost all 25 pounds.

Now, I belong to two gyms, and I have a new goal in mind. I would like to drop 10 more pounds and become leaner. I would also like to become a personal trainer and fitness instructor so I can inspire someone the way my personal trainer inspired me. I will be documenting my workouts, what I ate and also sharing any workouts that I have found to be useful. I will also be sharing my frustrations, my proud moments and everything!