Day 30 – Looks Like we Made It!

I never thought that I would quote Barry Manilow, but the title to his song is so appropriate.  It has been an interesting 30 days on the 2010 Meltdown Challenge with Dax Moy. (www.londonpersonaltrainingstudio.com) I learned that I am stronger than I thought I was.  I also learned that the mental is stronger than the physical.  What I mean about this is that when you think that you can accomplish a goal, your mind has to push your body into doing the things that will help you to attain your goals.  When the thoughts come to mind that you cannot make it, dig deep down and find the one thing that will help you to stick to it and make it to the finish line. 

Dax gave great motivational talks throughout the program and they always seemed to come at the right time.  I am glad that I participated in the program and I am looking forward to doing more of it during the next month.  I am so appreciative to Dax for allowing me to take part.  It is such a blessing.

Until tomorrow-

~Gigi

DAY 29! We are almost there–

I can’t believe that it’s day 29.  So much growth has taken place.  Not only physically, but mentally and emotionally.  Learning to say no to things that are not good for you and saying to things that bring you LIFE!  It’s amazing how much clearer you can think when your body feels healthy.  It is amazing how people treat you when you feel good and exude confidence. 

Thank you Dax for sharing yourself with the group. (www.londonpersonaltrainingstudio.com).  you  have given so much to us that we didn’t expect. 

As the year progresses, I can’t wait to see what is in store.  I will keep progressing and keeping my eyes on the prize.

In Peace and love

~Gigi

Day 28 – I see the light at the end of the tunnel!

Holding on.  That is the words for the day.  You know that my mind was trying to play tricks on me.  Thoughts of quitting early came and started pestering me to go ahead and get off of the meltdown.  The Chocolate craiving came and I had to defeat them.  In spite of this crave, it helped me to know that I have the strength to hold on.  I am stronger than I thought I was.  It isn’t easy sometimes but I know I can do what ever I put my mind to . I can see the light.

Day 27 – State of the Meltdown

This evening was a broadcast of the President of the United States giving his State of the Union Address.  I thought how appropriate as we come to the close of this meltdown.  I have been excited.  yesterday I went shopping to just see clothes.  I tried on clothes that I couldn’t wear before.  The sizes were 1 -2 sizes smaller.  I was excited.  Also, some styles that I would be afraid of, I was able to try and they looked Fabulous!

I am enjoying the newer me.  I want this to continue.  I know tha this is a lifestyle change.  I am learning how to better prepare food that is tasty and healthy.  This is fun and I love to cook.  Now I know that cooking with other foods can help to release the sugar that I was addicted to!  This is an adventure in itself.

The joys and the working through the challenges are worth it.  I have also found a whole new perspective and how I see myself.  I re-watched a favorite movie “The Joy Luck Club”.  It shows 8 women and their own private challenges in China and in the US and how their determination that allowed them to live.  The fact that they all had challenges and overcame them encourages me. 

Dax has been a wonderful coach.  It seems that he KNOWS when to push and when to motivate and encourage us.  Check him out at www.londonpersonaltrainingstudio.com.  I promise, it is worth it!

Day 25 – On my Way

It is close to the end of this phase of the program.  It is amazing how as we get so close that temptation comes with a vengeance.  Staying true to what I am doing is a MUST.  It is like life, being consitant to what your goals and ideals are is the essence of what we are. 

Not failing to ask the questions that are necessary to get what you need in order to be true to yourself is important.  Holding on when you are at the cusp of the goal is rewarding.  I am praying that I hold on and make it to the finish line.

Day 22 – Count your blessings

Today I am on a rant not about the workout, but about the things we may take for granted.  Today, I left work early to go to an art workshop for teens that are leaing the foster care system in a few weeks.  They don’t have family to speak of yet they were cheerful.  I could see that some were afraid to share because we were new to them. As the class went on, we began to build a comradie.  I left more blessed than when I went.  I went to give and was given to.  Amazing how that works. 

When I came home and inadvertenly turned on the television, I saw that all of Hollywood was having a telethon to help the victims in Haiti.  As I sat here amazed at the destruction and prayful for the survivors, my heart was heavy.  I wanted so dearly to give so much to the people of this devistation. 

I pondered about how much I have been given and I am grateful.  I have so much emotion, it is unreal.  So this begs the question, “What does this have to do with the 2010 Meltdown with Dax Moy?”.  My answer is simple.  Dax has given me this opportunity to get in shape. (www.londonpersonaltrainingstudio.com) To have life is a blessing.  With this blessing comes responsibility to take care of it.  So my whining and complaining about what is a little discomfort is not acceptable.  I have so much to be thankful for.  What about you?

Day 21 – If you can’t find a way, Make One!

I can’t believe that its Day 21.  I was reading today and to quote  Maya Angelou “It’s never too late to change paths”.  This is so true.  Life often puts people in places that may not be the best for us or what we like.  After a while it becomes evident that something needs to change.  We may feel like we are stuck.  Once that happens, it is difficult to change courses.  Even when we are on this journey with Dax Moy (www.londonpersonaltrainingstudio.com) there were times when I felt “Stuck”.  Dax even wrote a blog addressing being stuck.

The stuck on this program was a good stuck though.  Working through the difficult times is when you can see the strength that you really have on the inside. I must admit that I have had my days of challenges. There have been days as recently as today when I am simply craving a slice of chocolate cake.  That’s it.  I know that I cannot do it and must stay on my meal plan and keep it going.

The workouts get painful and believe me take time that I have to bargain to get because I am so busy, but I have to do this.  I am even committing myself to continue after the program is over…( am I crazy?!?)

In order to get what I need in life I have to make some changes and in the end, I know that I will be able to say “It was worth it all.”

Love and Joy,

~Gigi

Day 20

My measurements were taken and I must say that I am pleased.  Overall, I have lost 6 lbs.  This is good.  I am hoping to keep up the weight loss.  It sometimes is difficult to stay motivated, but if I don’t do  it, no one else will.  I am feeling great and hopefully it shows in my attitude.

Like Patty LaBelle says ” I got a new attitude”.  I am in the process of making some changes and decisions for my life and I am pleased.  With God’s help, I can do all things.  

I am excited. 

Until next time

~Gigi

Day 19

This morning Iweighed myself.  I lost 2 lbs.  I am happy about that.  I have to ask how to maintain the weight loss and continue to lose.  I am on the way.  It is a task that I will continue to take.

Day 18

Today Dax reminded us that we are 12 days away from the end of the program.  (www.londonpersonaltrainingstudio.com).  I kind of have mixed feelings.  I like the food program and the energy that I get from the routines is excellent.  I don’t like the way my back feels though.  I know that I have to modify some of the routines.  Today I realized that I also need to cut back on the Magnesium a bit.  It causes some difficulties…..

I have lost more weight but today I wore a dress and absolutely liked the way I looked in it.  I want to keep going and really get a good sense of the program and integrate it into my lifestyle.  I have to learn how to schedule my time better so that I can exercise throughout the day and not just in the evenings.   Still in the game.

~Gigi