Coming along

I’m still loving the new off season program I’m on. I’ve been able to increase the weight I’m lifting every single week, which is an incredible feeling. I was starting to feel a bit hungry between my 2nd afternoon snack and dinner so we’re adding a banana to my afternoon shake to help hold me til dinner. Plus I’m now having steak twice a week – gotta feed those growing muscles!

I’m lifting heavy and have been babying a pulled tendon in my left elbow and finally got one of those braces with the little bubble that puts pressure on the tendon. I’ve worn it during two workouts so far and it’s helping a lot. That plus ice and Motrin seem to be doing the trick.

I’ve got an overnight business trip this week so I’m already trying to plan my food and figure out what I might be able to take with me so I’m not scrambling to find the right food while I’m there. I also need to fit in a workout while I’m there. The hotel supposedly has a gym and from the pictures I’ve seen it looks like there are free weights and a few machines as well as cardio equipment. It’ll be arms day when I’m there so that shouldn’t be too hard to do even if the gym is subpar.

Today was the Border States Pro Figure Competition in San Diego. It was between Kristi Tauti and Felicia Romero for the win. They both looked incredible. Kristi had a little harder look than Felicia and it seems the judges are rewarding a softer look this year. Sure enough, Felicia took 1st place. I’m happy for her. She’s been in the game awhile and deserves it. It must be nice to secure a spot at the 2010 Olympia so early in the season.