I Don't think I will continue to post

I haven't really been posting much these days. Life is busy and hectic and it's been taking it's toll on me.

I was thinking about 2010 (in relation to blogging) and decided I most likely won't blog anyway.

Visiting blog land and catching up with you guys is still on going, it has never stopped. Plus the contact through facebook is great too.

If I have news or anything important I wish to share I prefer to do it through Lindy's forum :-)

So i'm taking a break from my own blog for a while but will still visit :-)

Hugs

The things we do for our loved ones!!

I bought the QLD VIP 3 Theme Park tickets for my son and myself last week. Since working as a PT I found I have been spending less time with him and I really want to change that so I got the tickets for us to have some fun!!

Movie World on Saturday was awesome and he managed to talk me into going on the Superman ride, i'm getting to old for this lol, I was freaked out. When we got off the ride he said "was that you screaming out shiiittt"? Hee hee that wasn't all I was screaming!

It's been a year since I started working at Goodlife as a PT and I can't believe how fast the time has pasted. I have learnt so much in that time, I have also established my self very well and had helped many people make some amazing transformations. I will post a few before and after shots of a few of my clients soon.

I now need to find balance and structure in every aspect of my life. I need to have more time with my hubby and son (number one priority), while balancing my work.

I also need to structure my nutrition and training and once I have all this planned out I will feel so much better.

Xmas is around the corner, I have no plans at this stage and i'm not going away, need some well deserved rest and what better time to do it then Xmas.

Talk to you guys soon.

Deb xxx

New Federation or Organization is Upon Us

Lafemme Australia - Click here

I received an email today in relation to this new organization. I have been asking around but no one else seems to know about it.

I responded to the email and this is the reply I got:

Hi Deb,

Over my 20+ years in the industry and just as many from others in our organization, between us we have owned supplement shops, gyms, sports stores, pt studios, and have all competed many times in lots of sports, including bodybuilding, weighlifting, sprinting and lots lots more.

Within the network that has come to form LaFemme, we have gathered as many contacts as we could from, our own, friends who still own businesses with contact lists etc and contacted people that would be interested in what we have to offer.

Our focus is to make our organization as large as possible, and have already had interest from overseas. We will definitely be looking to expand internationally as soon as we can.

But we intend on doing this, and obviously expanding around Australia, by providing as much as we can in the way of prizes for competitors, rather than just the obligatory trophy and title.

The great new thing that LaFemme provides is the opportunity for everyone to compete at a national event.

Obviously other federations have a scaling process for an athlete to gain entry to a national event, by placing at a lower event.

But as our concept dictates, we are not a federation of any sort. We are an organization providing what is missing out there.

And if we didn’t do things differently, then we would just be another federation.

We are looking to introduce new people at high/professional levels in other sports to ours at our events, and ours to theirs. We believe that creating new interest from other genres of sport will greatly benefit Australian women’s sport in general.

We will have guest speakers, and seminars, social fitness events and much, much more to keep everyone looking forward to more than just 1 or 2 comps a year.

Any ideas that you have or any other competitors, friends, family, spectators etc have, we look forward to hearing, to help develop our concept and keep moving forward.

I hope that is enough info to get you started. Feel free to contact us anytime again.

Kind Regards.

Phil.

Did anyone else get an email? Does anyone else know the people behind this and what do you think about it all?

Deb

MIA

Hi Guys!

I have been around and reading blogs, not really leaving many comments, just flying through when I have a chance.

I guess I have a lot to write about but I don't have the time right now. I wanted to post to let you know that I will update very soon, i'm still here :-)

This week I will make time to blog.

See you soon.

Debs

What a journey!

All I can say is that sometimes you need to go through difficult situations to see things clearly. Sometimes going through a tough situation can be a good thing, only if you look at it that way. I have learnt so much about my last comp.

Knowing I was not coming in at my usual leanness and having it confirmed a week out from comp made my decision to continue to go to Sydney very frustrating and difficult. At one week out I knew I wasn't going to make my optimal condition for the comp and having paid for airfares, accommodation etc I felt obligated to bite the bullet and go anyway.

Coming 4th is still a good outcome and deserved for the package I had presented on the day. The thing is I know I can do so much better so I walk away knowing that and I also take away some very useful information with me in regards to what not to do for my next prep.

Sydney was done on my own, I did the entire trip without a hitch and I am proud of myself for having the confidence to take that on. I have really grown up! :-)

Next year I will stand on stage in awesome condition, I have no doubts about that! After the Sydney Asia -Pacific comp I got loads of honest feedback and comments that made me open my eyes to many things. The Sydney comp was not a complete waste of time.

At this stage I hope to compete in the latter part of the year, hears hoping I don't change my mind due to unfinished business and compete in May. Don't let me do it or I will be prepping all year again and that's a big fat NO NO.

I have also decided to prep myself next year. I have done it before and I believe I can do it again but with even more knowledge behind me. The only thing that would be challenging to get around is having someone be my eyes for me when I get to 4 weeks out until comp day. But I have good friends here in the know who would be happy to help *cough* Lia :-) Last time I sent photos for honest feedback (2007) I can always count on her for honesty.

I'm really looking forward to my off season training and nutrition and can't wait to compete again next year.

Thank you so much for all your support through facebook and text etc. I have to say that on the day of the comp having my iphone to update and check back for replies was so comforting, I felt like you guys were there with me, just to share everything I was going through and knowing you guys were there reading on was unbelievable. Thank you to iphone and technology and mostly to my amazing friends. xxx

Almost 1 week out

Not sure where to start. I had a very busy weekend. Saturday was my birthday plus it was the day Steph and Ali competed at the ANB for the first time and I was lucky to be there to see them for pre judging.

They both looked fabulous and did so very well, they both have a bright competitive future ahead of them :-)

Sunday was full on for me as I had my client Eleanor competing in novice at the WNBF. I felt like mother hen to her lol. She ended coming 2nd so you can imagine how happy her and I both were considering she had come to me approx 12 weeks ago having never done any weight training before and asked me to prep her! She lost about 8kgs and managed to build enough muscles. Her condition on the day was really good and I even got many compliments on the way her tan came up. She put in so much work and I am extremely proud of her.

As you know Jon Davie was away so I haven't had a chance to see him since Tuesday last week and don't get to see him until Monday so that's two weeks! I feel a little freaked out at the moment as I don't know if i'm on track and won't know until Monday my final week.

Being so close to the show any competitor would know how hard it is to judge for yourself. One minute you think your right on the money, the next minute you feel very uncertain. I really need to keep it together until Monday.

I fly out to Sydney on Saturday morning, the show is on Sunday. The competition will be huge and very competitive, I can only do my best and hope that my condition is spot on at the right time, I have been having issues with holding lots of water over the last few weeks, I think it's improving now but again not sure of much right now as my judgement seems very clouded.

Work is still demanding and busy and life is stressful. I can't wait until this is all over as I really need to focus on my daily life. I must make a note to myself as a reminder not to do two seasons in one year. Prepping most of the year is way too much especially in my line of work. I will just compete at the end of the year. Boy I can't wait to rest up :-) Even if (big if) I was to place at the WNBF Asia-Pacific's I won't go the the World's in New York, I just can't get away now :-( and to prep for another 4 weeks is not very enticing right now either.

I will be at the Olympia promoting International Protein so I can't wait to catch up with many of you who will be attending and competing.

Hugs xxx

Still Here!

OMG, I really miss blogging but only have a couple of minutes to stop in to let you know i'm still alive!

I'm prepping and almost 3 weeks out. I have so much I want to share about this prep but not rushed like this. It's in relation to many aspects of cutting down and the difficulties associated with it.

Good luck to all competing this weekend, sorry I can't be at the INBA Qld titles :-(

I will be checking in with everyone to find out how it all goes.

Debs

P.s. I'm cheering for you Miss Tara!!!!! xxx

A Decision has been made.

I'm going straight to the WNBF Asia-Pacific Championships in Sydney (Oct 10-11). Since making the decision I feel awesome about it. Now I have more time to help with my girls at the Qld show which is proving to be more and more of a need then I realized as we get closer.

I have booked my flights and accommodation. Hair and make-up lady is also booked and all I need now is to find a mobile spray tanning person to book in.

I must stay focused for this comp, the stakes are going to be high but i'm really hoping to place 1st, 2nd or 3rd in order to qualify for the Worlds in New York. This is my dream and I should give it my all. If however I don't place, there is always next year.

These days I don't seem to phased by what the outcome of my competitions end up at, I can only give it my best shot and go from there. I am finding other activities in my life that I really enjoy and feel it's great to diversify. I believe that the outcome on the day is uncontrollable and I will just go with the flow. In fact this new attitude has been taken up in most aspects of my life now. I find that I am not stressing anywhere near as much as I used too especially during prep. This prep is the first to date where I haven't had "an episode"! Hope to keep the record clean LOL.

So this Sunday means i'm 5 weeks out, i'm in a good position prep wise but I must remember that it is a higher level of competitors i'm standing on stage with in Sydney and I still need to come in nice and tight :-)

I hope to try and update a little more often.

Debs xxx

Introducing My New Toy

My new bike! It is a "giant" and it looks almost exactly as the picture above. I have taken to cycling really well and get a huge buzz from it.

I went out to the track this morning and loved the power and freedom I get from riding. I am getting more confident with being clipped in, and my form has improved heaps.

Now I simply can't wait until i'm in the off season as I will be able to spend loads more time riding. Since i'm four weeks out I need to be careful not to go into a big calorie deficit and risk breaking down muscle etc.

I know I haven't blogged in a very long time but I can't believe how busy I am. I have taken on so many clients and I never intended on taking on that many. I feel overwhelmed by it at the moment but am getting on top of it again.

My prep is good, in fact it's really good. I am on target, in fact i'm slightly ahead from last comp. JD is just fantastic, he is really getting to know me better and knows exactly what to prescribe for me to do that works. A trainer / client relationship really takes time to learn as everyone is different but once you have a formula the your on a good thing. We still have some work to do in time before we hit that formula but it's getting there and I love his approach.

I'm also at some crossroads in relation to what I am going to do about competing. As you know I am prepping for the WNBF Qld Championships, then going to Sydney two weeks later to compete at the WNBF Asia-Pacific Championships. A thought popped into my head yesterday as to why do the Qld comp, why not just do the Sydney one like I did in 2007?

I have pros and cons for both so I need to weigh it up.

I will make a decision within the next couple of days and let you know.

Have a brilliant day!

Debs xxx

I'm Spinning Around

Move out of my way!

LOL

It's all good, i'm just so busy, I have been getting PT inquires almost daily with the up and coming new 12 week challenge starting again on the 22nd August.

And I got a call yesterday in relation to my pursuits with Alzheimer's Australia with news that I have (pretty much) got a government grant to go ahead with nutrition and exercise seminars for the carers. I will be putting together a presentation and sending it off to them, then I start early next year! OMG who would have thought???

Mona-vie is really taking off aswell, I am building a great sideline business with this nutritional product that has bubbled also.

And yes, i'm still prepping and going well.

My poor boys haven't seen enough of me but they understand and they also know I will have more time after the comp season ends.

Sorry this is short and sweet again but I have to run!!!!!!!

Debs xxx

Australia Natural Bodz Magazine

The latest issue has a ten page spread on the ANB Asia-Pacific 2009 and their is a photo of me in it too! OMG my first time in a mag LOL

And an amazing write up on the amazing Michelle Nazaroff.

This is a quickie as i'm flat out again today. I'm trekking well. I am cycling again tomorrow and Sunday I am doing my Padmasters course, can't wait!!

See you soon.

Debs

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Never Felt Better

I can't tell you how amazing I am feeling. I'm still extremely energized and at less then 10 weeks out from comp i'm loving my prep.

I trained chest yesterday morning, did 40 minutes cardio, worked, went to the other gym (the one I don't work from) did another 30min cardio session, was about to walk out when I ran into a friend who was about to do shoulders and I said "what the heck i'll join you"! So two training and cardio sessions in one day.

After waking up 5am this morning for work I thought I would be trashed from yesterday's craziness but I wasn't, in fact I had an awesome 40 minutes cardio session this morning - somebody stop me!!!

I have been feeling this way for a few weeks now, since starting my daily doses of Mona-Vie. I have a feeling my body was lacking in some nutrients that I just couldn't get from food, multi vitamins or any of my other supplements that I was taking to try and pull me out of that drained mess I was in before. My last prep was one of the hardest and judging by the way I am training now (and hindsight) I know that I had not had enough nutrition to prevent me from being over trained or whatever it was that made me feel weak.

I now train the way I used too and have so much enthusiasm and spirit. I love cardio again. My mind is so positive and I want to take on the world!

The Mona-vie is so potent with high nutrition and micro nutrients and enzymes that really get absorbed well due to it being in liquid form. Whatever my body was being starved of is in that 60ml shot I have twice a day.

This Saturday I am getting my first cycling coaching lesson (weather permitting). I'm excited, can't wait.

I see JD on Thursday and i'm looking forward to that, never thought I would be excited about skin folds lol. I can feel the changes, see the changes so I know the results will be good.

I hope everyone is well.

Deb xxx

I can't keep up with myself

Things are flying at me from all directions so bare with me.

I saw JD last Thursday and it all went better then I expected. He was very happy with my results but more so because he can see that I have adopted a good eating plan post comp that has helped me to keep my skin folds at a great place. All I can say about that is I haven't even put much effort into it because it wasn't difficult, he really knows his stuff! Eating on JD's post comp plan pretty much effortless, preparation is the key, not self-discipline.

So it's prep time and i'm in a good place to kick it off and get going for the big day. We did discuss the fact that I will be coming in leaner in 11 weeks time, i'm excited about it. I really believe I can do this as I feel fantastic since I've been drinking Mona-vie, it has giving me endless amounts of energy and nutrition which is keeping my mind positive and my emotions high even though i'm lacking sleep again.

Mona vie is going well, I have had alot of people joining me in this awesome business and I find myself meeting with people most days of the week now. I'm buzzing from it really I am!

I don't know if you remember I mentioned that I was working on getting into Alzheimer's Australia where i would have the opportunity to work with th carer of dementia suffers etc? Well I got a call today and things are looking very positive there. I'm excited and scared at the same time. Excited due to my passion for health and nutrition and wanting to help others, nervous about public speaking. I will need to overcome this as my dreams are way my important and I don't want to lose site of them over a fear that can be overcome.

I will let you know more about what my role will be once it's confirmed.

So between personal training, prepping, Mona-vie, Alzheimer's Australia and family i'm pretty busy lol. And that's still not all, i'm about to take on another sport lol. Cycling, the real deal. I have to get a date together for my first coaching lesson in a week or so. It will be on a track on a bike that I will be cleatered into. I can't wait to give this a try.

Deb

Hey Hey

I'm off to see JD tomorrow yippee! I haven't seen him since my comp and now I am less then 12 weeks out, sooo over due!

Training is going great guns to say the least. My weights are on the increase and i'm so stoked to me training hard and heavy again. I'm even enjoying cardio again, in fact I am chaffing at the bit to get on and start moving, i'm just enjoying it and the added energy is fabulous.

Looks like I picked up another sponsorship, it will be confirmed once I meet up with the sponsor in person next week, so very exciting, will tell you more once it's confirmed.

More updates tomorrow after I see JD.

Debs

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Bursting with energy

I have got so much energy since starting on a new product this week it has me jumping out of my skin LOL.

My cardio has gone through the roof just because I need to release some energy.

It's a natural product extremely high in antioxidents and has me on some kind of a natural high as well :-)

I haven't time to go into it as I need to get going but will go into detail very soon.

I'm so excited!

May have spoken too soon

Since blogging this afternoon I ran into JD early this evening unexpectedly. Looks like I won't be trainer-less after all lol. Must have been fate running into him in the car park like that!

Competition Decision

I am competing in a little over 12 weeks time. I have decided that doing two comps a day apart is not a good idea as I lose condition the following day and it's bloody exhausting! So I had to make a choice, ANB or WNBF? It was a very difficult decision (typical of me not being able to make a decision, to busy analyzing everything to bits), I have decided to try the WNBF again, that was the direction I was aiming at since last year so best to follow through.

I know it will be a tough event as Vicky Thomas (World Champ) is competing that day, but at the same time it will be great standing up there next to her as she is an awesome athlete and a supportive friend.

It was a difficult decision as I truly had the best comp experience at the ANB Asia-Pacific International, the vibe and atmosphere was incredible. If only they were at least a week apart then I would do both. I will be competing with the ANB again for sure.

So I am now trainer-less! I'm going to give it a shot on my own. I believe I am ready for this, but who knows I may change my mind later lol.

JD is awesome but not always easy to get a hold of! I figured I wanted to implement a few new things that I believe would benefit me in my prep also. So i'm excited about leaning down again.

Good luck to everyone competing at the All Females this weekend, wish I was there to cheer you guys on.

Deb xxx

Blogging is not the same any more

Apart from being busy I have been wondering why i don't blog much anymore, not like what I used to back in 2006 & 2007 where I blogged almost daily! Things seem different now in blog world.

Now I just find myself reading a few blogs a day and not even leaving comments, not from lack of caring but just not knowing what to say at times.

Perhaps it's just a phase or maybe it's more then that, who knows??

I am currently putting together a website for my PT business but will still remain blogging here when I have something to blog about that is :-)

At the moment life is taking on new directions, more doors are opening up and I need to take the plunge and give it a shot, changes are scary, fear of the unknown but regrets are worse.

I am competing again in late September at this stage but need to call Jon Davie to discuss a few things, he thinks I fell off the planet as I have been missing in action for the last few weeks. I will try to call tomorrow and then i will know what the heck i'm doing lol.

My training is still on fire and my strength makes me feel like i'm unstoppable! I get so excited about going to the gym for a weights session, gosh i've missed this feeling, please don't ever leave me again! Chest tomorrow woohoo lol

See you soon.

Debs