Two Weeks!

Hey Everyone! So I’m officially two weeks out until my figure competition! I've got my suit, shoes, tanning set up, hotel, etc. I’m super excited! I’ve been doing a lot to prepare! I’ve always thought working out and eating healthy was enough prep for this sort of event, but it’s a lot more! I’ve had fun learning about how this all works and even the joy of learning in and of itself.

 

I’m really eager for this competition! My first one ever, so I am having many emotions. I’m sure I’ll have many more emotions when it’s within a few days of the actual competition, but I feel I’ve really prepared myself for this competition, mentally and physically. It’ll be awesome!

Like I said earlier, I have two weeks left until pre-judging, so I’m in my legit cutting phase. My nutrition guide right now is pretty repetitive, but definitely nutritionally valuable. I eat a lot of green vegetables, tuna and chicken, lots of egg whites, and some other veggies.  It’s been really tough to stay on such a bland regimen, but I know in the end it’ll be worth it. It’s also good for me! There are rewards and consequences to everything!

My workouts have remained the same, for the most part. I’ve added in a lot more cardio though. Morning runs, weights, more cardio. It’s a good thing I love cardio! And love working out! Well clearly I love it all!! I have a passion for these things! Health, training, learning, it’s all so fascinating. Anyway, officially two weeks away from competition! I’ll update you more later; of course!

 

 

I took this pic a few weeks ago, this is my competition suit! I'm so excited!

And it's my favorite color, purple!! More pics coming later!

 

 

Nine Weeks Out

Well so much for a bi-weekly blog...sorry guys! I'll do better.

A lot has been on my mind the past couple months;

Especially with the goals that I’ve made for myself. So in regards to the post title, “nine weeks out,” I decided I will be doing my first body building competition! The competition is in nine weeks! I will be competing in Figure! Right now I am in the cutting phase of my regimen and it is Cray-ZY! My nutrition is super strict and my workouts are killer! But most of my results will come from my nutrition, naturally! J I’m really excited for what will happen and how everything will turn out! I’ve had my struggles and non-motivating days, but I push through and find ways to keep going! I will be better and I will progress! And YOU can do the same!! Those who read this, ask me questions, compliment me, all of the above, give me so much more motivation then anything else could! Therefore, THANK YOU!

 I plan on catching up with social media too, such as Instagram, twitter, etc.! So keep a look out for those here soon and then...#followme! J

 

 

Triceps and Abs...my favorite to train!

 

Abdominal's + CLA

CLA

Conjugated linoleic acid

One of my favorite supplements is CLA. CLA is really good for targeting belly fat, on top and underneath your abdominal muscles, plus other benefits. Combining CLA with a good thermogenic, will burn more calories intra/post workout and will produce faster results. You should take around 4 CLA capsules a day. Two capsules in the morning and two before bedtime. It’s good to take in the morning, (take a multivitamin too) because your digestive system is really kicking and then before bed because it will burn throughout the night while you sleep. Another perk of taking the CLA before bed time is it won’t keep you awake. You will still sleep through the night without being bothered by a jittery feeling or restlessness. One of my favorite supplements. Try it out, let me know if you like it too!

Here is a good abdominal workout:

Exercise	Sets/Reps
Lying Leg Lifts	3x15
*Cheat up-Slow lower	3x10
Bicycle Crunches	3x20
Scissor kicks	3x15
Mason Twist	1x50-100

*Cheat up Slow lower: raise yourself any way you can, (for example, throw your hands over your head to generate momentum). Whatever you choose, just don’t aggravate your neck or back. Then lower yourself at a slow tempo. When your angle gets harder go even slower to really target your abdominals.

If you have any questions about what the exercises are, add it in the comment box below and I’ll be more than happy to explain! J Train hard!!

Earn your body!

--Blythe Thompson 

Recently and Home Workout

So I’m clearly not super great at posting. I apologize about that. But what I’m going to try to do is post bi-weekly newsletters and updates! Hopefully with a busy and stressful life I can do that!  Lately I’ve had friends, family and even strangers ask me about fitness, working out, nutrition, etc. It's been a great respect and honor to have others trust my knowledge in these fields. Therefore, thank you. I will continue learning to ensure that I can give you all the information you need to succeed.

As of this past year I’ve decided I am going to figure compete! Hopefully one day being sponsored by a supplement company, such as Dymatize or Cellucor, etc. and even possibly becoming Pro. But as of now, just a personal investment into the sport. It takes a lot of hard work, dedication, discipline, and focus to accomplish this. If you would like, follow me with my training and eating here, I could definitely use outside support and motivation! I’ll be posting updated information, pictures, workouts, and recipes here too. This is going to be a lot of fun!

For now though, here is a simple yet sweat drenching workout you can do from home:

Beginner level, full body workout, kettle bell and bodyweight
5 cycles: add 10 reps each time

Exercise Reps Bodyweight Squat 10-50 Push Up 10-50 *Sprint 20-30seconds Burpee 10-50 Kettle bell Swing 10-50 *Sprint 20-30seconds Lying Leg lifts 10-50 Bent Over Row 10-50 *Sprint 20-30seconds One Arm Snatch 10-50 Bodyweight Lunges 10-50 *Sprint 20-30seconds Rest 1 minute, repeat *The Sprint can be done outside but if not outside, variations are: a Fast Jump rope, fast High knees, or treadmill if available, and if you know what mountain climbers are, those can be done as well.

Earn your Body!

--Blythe Thompson