Chug, Chug, Chug!

Today, I have to drink 2.25 gallons of water.
Yikes.
(That's a lot of peeing, you guys.)
But, hey, I signed up for this. 

My thoughts about what to talk about are all over the place this morning, to be fair, I've been up since 4:15 (AM), so just roll with me on this one.

Why was I up so early, you ask?
I got two new clients who I train at 5:30!
And this morning was our first session. I love them.
Yup, I love them.
A fourteen year old boy and his fifteen year old sister.
They're fun and excited about exercising and it's so refreshing to be around such happy souls. I might sound crazy, but I'm looking forward to all of our early mornings together.

And from what I've heard, they like me quite alright, too. :)
I love being a personal trainer. There is nothing more rewarding than waking up and doing what you love every single day.
I'm grateful that I am able to do this.

Oh, speaking of clients, here is a shot of my super precious client after receiving the "outstanding doctoral chemical engineering student award" That's a mouthful. But she deserves it, such a smart cookie, this girl! Congratulations, babygirl!

So yesterday was a monumental day for me, and being so caught up in my hectic life, I almost completely forgot about it.

Yesterday was my six month anniversary with Competition Prepping.

That's insane.

It surely doesn't feel like six months (Thank God for that)

So every month on the 18th, I take some time to myself to sit down and recap the month.

The highs, the lows, the inbetweens, the tears, the laugh. You name it, I am remembering it all.

And of course, I make a small collage to look back on.

So, month six.

I started this month SO EXCITED. I was really close to my show debut, and I started my post show box. (Bless Poptarts)

I had my suit, and I ordered my bikini bite suit super glue. I was practicing my posing in my sleep, and I was more than a little bit anxious.

I was getting leaner every morning, and maybe sitting on Pintrest looking about foods I couldn't eat a little to often, but I was almost done.

I learned my show was cancelled and was absolutely devastated. But since then I have set a new goal for myself. (April 25th, for those of you who are wondering.)

I got a tattoo to remind me of my struggles, my triumphs, and the beauty of this process. And I got tan. Really tan. 

So my show would have been this Saturday, if it were still happening. But instead, I'll be having a photoshoot, which explains why I'm doing a mini-peak week and drinking enough water for a small village. 

This month has, without question, been the hardest. I felt myself breaking, but I'm happy to say here I stand reading for whatever comes my way.

With the help of my coach, teammates, family, and friends, I have a never ending support system that I will always cherish.

It's a beautiful life, you guys.

It really is.

Take advantage of every opportunity and help whoever you can.

As much as I complain about being sleepy and hungry, I am building my empire.

I get to work with the best clients, the best team, and I am creating a healthy lifestyle for myself. 

Above it all, I'm happy. 

(That may or may not have to do with the fact that I get sweet potatoes today <3)

Stay fit, everyone!