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MichelleM
Joined: 07 May 2005
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Tue Sep 13, 2005 4:11 am |
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Hello to everyone,
After a lot of deliberation I have decided to start a transformation diary as a means of motivation and a way to communicate with others who are in the same boat as me.
Well here goes, my name is Michelle and I am 29years old. I have had a keen interest in the gym for the past few years, concentrating more on Aerobic classes and cardio.
It wasn't until a couple of years ago that I started doing a bit of weight training which soon grew into a passion. I found that I really enjoyed the feeling of being strong and fit. I also liked the muscles that started to appear.
Like anything I started to read weight training books, bought magazines, watched dvd's and even started to attend body building comps. It soon occurred to me that I would like to have a goal and something to strive for, but I new I needed help with the diet to start off with.
I started seeing Arina in May 2005 where she put me on the path of clean eating and lots of supplements. I have struggled at times, but I am starting to understand the reasons to the diet.
If I manage to drum up the confidence I may even post a picture of myself.
Well, thats all from me for now.
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ferny
Joined: 21 Apr 2005
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Tue Sep 13, 2005 6:30 am |
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GREAT to see you have started a diary...it does keep you motivated!!! IT has helped me along the way 
Looking forward to a training session with you!!! |
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Arina
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Joined: 15 Apr 2005
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Tue Sep 13, 2005 9:16 am |
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Great to see you hear MichaelleM.  It will keep you motivated how Fern said.
Looking forward to see your progress and soon you'll be confident enough to post a picture. 
Be happy and be positive
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MichelleM
Joined: 07 May 2005
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Wed Sep 14, 2005 4:59 am |
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Thanks guys for your support. |
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MichelleM
Joined: 07 May 2005
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Fri Sep 16, 2005 3:15 am |
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Feeling good this week. Have had great training sessions.
I am feeling really positive for next weeks training sessions and new diet.
I am making small goals to try and reach my ultimate goal of competing. My first small goal is to build more muscle on my back and train and start to create the sort after 'V' shape. |
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stevegc61
Joined: 04 Jul 2005
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Location: sydney
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Fri Sep 16, 2005 6:04 am |
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just remember, the hardest step in a long journey is always the first step!
have a great weekend
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Arina
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Joined: 15 Apr 2005
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Fri Sep 16, 2005 6:17 am |
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A picture of sexy MichaelleM |
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Angus
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Joined: 17 Apr 2005
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Location: Sydney, Australia
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Fri Sep 16, 2005 6:37 am |
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| A picture of sexy MichaelleM |
Wow - need more pics. |
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MichelleM
Joined: 07 May 2005
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Sat Sep 17, 2005 1:23 am |
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Thanks Arina for that sexy side shot. That was very sweet of you to post that.
Had a great chest work out this morning. After lunch I will be ready to hit the tennis courts for some cardio. Don't you just love the weekend!
Steve, thanks for your encouraging words.
Angus, I will post some pics when I am in better shape. |
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MichelleM
Joined: 07 May 2005
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Thu Sep 22, 2005 4:31 am |
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Been training hard this week, keep thinking of my goals and where I want to be next year with my body. Really starting to understand the concept of not doing too much cardio and really getting into my weight training.
I love the diet I am on at the moment, even though I feel hungry a night time, I am learning to occupy myself in other ways, like looking at arina's site. |
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Arina
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Thu Sep 22, 2005 7:45 am |
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Keep going MichalleM, I am far away at the moment, but still keeping an eye on my beautiful girls.
Train hard, be happy, love life
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MichelleM
Joined: 07 May 2005
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Fri Sep 23, 2005 3:14 am |
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THANKS ARINA, YOU ARE MY SOURCE OF INSPIRATION! |
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stevegc61
Joined: 04 Jul 2005
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Tue Sep 27, 2005 2:05 am |
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| THANKS ARINA, YOU ARE MY SOURCE OF INSPIRATION! |
She is a true inspiration.... just as your efforts and dedication are!
Keep us all posted Michelle
Best wishes
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MichelleM
Joined: 07 May 2005
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Tue Oct 04, 2005 11:07 am |
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Felt great today. Drank a lot of water, which stops some of the hunger pains. At the moment I am taking each day as it comes. I know that I have a long way to go with both my diet and weight training.
I have realised that its best to focus on each day, not look too far into the future and scare myself with how much I still have to work on.
Today my diet was great, plus I felt really good when I got to the gym tonight which helped me stay focused.
Looking forward to another great day tomorrow! |
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ferny
Joined: 21 Apr 2005
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Tue Oct 04, 2005 10:34 pm |
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Good to hear you are in high spirits Michelle. Keep up the training and the dieting......go NUTS on your free meal - when you start comp diet you will miss it!!! Keep your attitude of every day as it comes.......but try to visualise how you want to look on comp day - i did this and it kept me going - especially on when i was having a bad day.
SO - Totally enjoy your off-season food and training, you have a great experience ahead of you!!!
Hope to See you on Sunday !!
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