Day One

So I'm not going to be posting every day, would just be too much to keep up with. BUT I will say that this is a very important Day One.. and it definitely deserves a blog! =) This is my 1st day of 100% dieting and training toward a VERY productive growth phase in my training. I started to refer to it as an off-season, but I refuse to do that as off-season makes it sound like I'm taking things lightly. Instead, my exact meals are calculated out and on a piece of paper on the fridge! My workout logs are written out as what needs to happen and when. Thus far today I've gotten everything done 100%! Sounds simple right... but when you're eating over 2700 calories/day and just starting out on this new diet with new foods.. cooking all that food can be very frustrating. I know after doing it a couple of days it'll become more routine! This is going to be ME! Not just playing it by ear in the offseason anymore! It's calculated out and I have a plan! I am going to make the most of this so that I am pushing and molding my physique on a daily basis!! Come show time, it's ON!!! =)
My husband and I even switched to another gym across town so we can get down to business! No talking between sets.. no interruptions... just old school, bodybuilding training that produces the bodies that he and I want!
While the day is not over, I vow to do this 100%! Taking it one day at a time! Making sure each day is done at it's fullest potential to leave NO DOUBT in my efforts for 2010!!

2009 FitGems Awards

The 2009 FitGems Award Nominations have been posted! I am PLEASANTLY SURPRISED to say that I've been nominated for 3 categories!!!

* *Amateur Fitness Competitor of the Year *
*Breakthrough Amateur Fitness Competitor of the Year*
*One to Watch in 2010: Amateur Fitness Competitor **

This is yet another amazing honor and opportunity! I would sincerely appreciate all of your votes!!
I would also like for you all to remember some friends of mine in other categories who deserve your votes....
Kayde Puckett-Pro Fitness Competitor.
Suzanne Germano- Amateur Bodybuilder.
SiouxCountry/Jason Lan- #1 Supporter and Best Female Physique Site!!

You can vote once a day.. everyday between now and February 1st! So get to it! =)
http://fitgems.blogspot.com/2010/01/2009-fitgems-awards-vote-for-your.html

2010.. It's ON!!!!
Stacy

Post-Christmas Cardio

Wow! Christmas has come and gone so fast! Now it's time to get back to work! I gave up on trying to eat good and basically lived off of desserts the past 4 days! OUCH! NOT good for the physique, BUT it was a great time with family and friends so I'm not going to complain! Now it's time to get back to business! I'm taking this week off from lifting to let my body do some healing. I will be doing some cardio just to balance out last week and keep myself active. Next week starts GROW TIME! My husband, Andrew, and I will be hitting the gym together once again! Back to the same training routine and there to really push each other! I'm excited to see more progress and, as always, be able to spend the time with him doing what we both love!

Merry Christmas Everyone!

I just wanted to drop by and let you know I hope you all had a VERY Merry Christmas and a wonderful weekend!! Enjoy the time with your family and loved ones! I know I have and am VERY thankful to have such a wonderful family! I am truly blessed!!
God Bless,
Stacy

MD.com Spotlight On Series

Be sure to check out MuscularDevelopment.com forums where I'm featured as Girl of the Week!

http://forums.musculardevelopment.com/showthread.php?t=76485

Only a week left till Christmas... =) I hope you've all been good this year!
God Bless,
Stacy

Shred it up in 2010

So when asked what my goal is for next year.. I, of course, have many! Bringing in a routine to the stage that is pleasing to the eye and very dynamic. As for the physique, I came in weighing about 138 lbs for my competitions last year. For 2010, I would like to stay pretty close to that in hopes of having even 1 or 2 more lbs of muscle on my frame with a lower bodyfat. With a different body composition at that weight, you're sure to see a difference! I'm working hard in this off season, lifting heavy... slow and controlled movements... working to improve the overall physique and continue with good symmetry. The diet I could obviously be doing much better at, but- we ARE all human! It's hard for even me! But I don't let that stop me! Just try to make better decisions each day! In the end, the results and stepping on that stage is SO worth it! For now, be sure to check out my gallery! New pictures have been added to each tab! Enjoy! God Bless, Stacy

2010 Suit Sponsorship

WOW! What an honor! I have been chosen to receive a 2010 suit sponsorship from Tamee Marie of Go Figure Suits!! Her work is AMAZING!! I had the honor of competing with her at Team Universe in September and she was beautiful on the inside as much as she was on the outside! Stunning to say the least! I am soooo thankful for this opportunity and cannot WAIT to wear her suits with my head held high!! This means I better get myself to work to make sure I represent her well!! =) Check out her suits on her website: http://tameemarie.webs.com/ God Bless, Stacy