I am cooking big batches of tilapia, chicken, and veggies...
and putting them in the freezer.
Also abnormal? I am feeling pretty burnt out at the gym lately, but am still forcing myself to go. I'm less than three weeks out -- too close to the show to be skipping workouts. If I weren't competing in less than a month, I'd probably want to take a week to deload, but that will likely have to wait until after the big day.
I use some Jedi mind tricks on myself to rev myself up for the gym (and for meal prep, the bane of my existence).
- I tell myself if I'm not feelin' it, I'll leave (or stop meal-prepping). Once I get started, though, I always wind up committing & finishing the workout / prep.
- I think about the fact that the girls I'm going to be competing against are hitting these very same mental and physical obstacles.
- I remember just how many people have gone through this process before me. If they can do it, so can I.
- I visualize the finish line: standing on stage and feeling incredibly proud of everything I've accomplished.
- I focus on the fact that I only have 20 days left. I can do anything for 20 days; these 20 days will feel like a blur, if that, in a few months.
It's so close. All I have to do at this point is keep grinding it out.
(PS: If you haven't yet, join the Squat Like A Lady Group page!)
WOO!!! Even in the midst of a hurricane, you got this girl!! Like you said "I visualize the finish line." That's gotta be the biggest motivator to finish out strong. I can't believe how close the comp is, I'm so excited for you!! <3
ReplyDeleteThank you SO MUCH Alexandra!!! =)
DeleteAgreed with Alexandra :) You're still committed even with the threat of a hurricane! That's incredible. You can do it Sable! You are so mentally strong!!! I think we can all learn a thing or two from your outstanding dedication. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you SO MUCH Brittany!! You are too sweet =)
DeleteCooking up in preparation of a storm is just proof of how determined you are! Think back to how many weeks you have already committed...don't let these 20 days keep you from achieving your goal. That being said, I know you won't! We're rootin for ya, Sable!
ReplyDeleteExactly! I've put 13 weeks of dieting into this -- plus the past 2+ years of lifting!!
DeleteYou will make it through this. I love how committed you are and in three weeks you'll be able to relax again (for a bit ;)). Kweo it up girl, you are such an inspiration!
ReplyDeleteAhh thank you Hollie!!!!
Delete20 days is barely anything in the grand scheme of things! I had to laugh when I read that a hurricane was coming. I mean, what else can be thrown at you at this stage?! You are just perfect proof that there is no excuse for not eating healthy!
ReplyDeletehahaha as long as the show itself doesn't get stormed out I can't complain!
DeleteYou can so do this! I have faith in you.
ReplyDeletePlease stay safe! Keep us posted.
Big hugs
Ahhh thank you Suzanne!! =) The storm totally missed us thank goodness. =)
DeleteHope you guys don't get hit hard!
ReplyDeleteWhen I'm doing something I really don't want to (hack squats), my trainer tells me "2nd place isn't doing this right now." You got this!!!
We actually barely got anything! haha. It changed course at the last minute.
DeleteKeep going, prep-buddy! I'm cheering for ya!
ReplyDeleteThank youuu!! I'm cheering for you too!!!!!!!!
DeleteThis is the part of prep that I like to call "psychological warfare" :) It's all mental - you have to keep fighting and pushing forward. You're thisclose - don't give up now!
ReplyDeleteT.
It is DEFINITELY becoming more and more mental at this stage of the game. Just gotta keep focused!!
DeleteYou can totally do this! You've already come so far, it's amazing and inspiring. Keep rockin it, you're so close! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Britannie!!!! =)
DeleteI'm so inspired by you. Keep on grinding it out, girlfriend.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Josie!!!!!!
DeleteYup - when you want to quit, think of all the people out there who will be on stage whopush through that last...rep...five minutes of cardio...prepping meals in extreme circumstances... Welcome to the contest version of senioritis....feels like it never will end, but it will be done before you know it! Yay for pushing through! :):):)
ReplyDeleteExactly! That's exactly what I think about. "I bet my competition isn't bitching out on the last rep of their last set!"
DeleteYou totally got this Sable!
ReplyDeleteI love how you're preparing to eat well even with a hurricane threat. That's dedication if I've ever seen it.
haha thanks!!!!!
DeleteGeez I guess I had no idea where you lived. I'm glad it's going to miss you guys! Yes you can do anything for 20 days!!!
ReplyDeletehaha yep the west coast of Florida! It missed us in a big way though. We only had one tornado that caused no damage at all!
DeleteGo, Sable, Go! It's been a long road, yes, but the finish line is in sight! When I am running and feel myself getting antsy for the end I tell myself to settle in and envision the finish well past where it is. I think it's the excitement, the anticipation, that is at odds with the staying-power for all of us. You have been so patient, you should be proud of your journey. Very proud!
ReplyDeleteThank you SO much Cort! I'm going to keep your analogy in mind over the next few days!!!!
DeleteYou can do it! I always tell myself someone else has done this I can too, as well. I can imagine the last three weeks are hard. Nearly there! I'm excited to see the results! You'll do so well!
ReplyDeleteCome on Girl, you can do this! I so get it though: 5 days out of my last comp, I gave up and sat down with a jar of peanut butter and Nutella. I did feel better, and I did live to fight another day. But I get it. Hang in there and stay away from the chocolate/peanut butter combo in any shape or form.
ReplyDeleteThese are great tips to stay focused and motivated. It can be tough but you are getting so close! Visualizing the finish line and the end result is what I do too when I need that extra push! Hang in there girl, you got this!
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