Less than 8

Time is FLYING.  Hope I am doing enough. Working hard but also trying to rest...

Had a good week of working hard and trying to get stronger. We had new people in class on thurs and I am hoping they sign up.  That would be so great.

There is so much on my list to do, and  though I am wading though the fires, never seem to get it all done.

I also can't stop thinking about training this goal.  Its almost consuming me at times.  

Preparing myself for a busy week. Helping out another team on their deadline, and dead set on not missing any training.  My own projects are in a lull and I'm hoping they stay that way at least for this week so I can be as much help as possible for the other team.

61 Days

So another person has commented they had a girl in my weight class that was interested in fighting.  They are... a NINJA.  

Did a fairly good workout Saturday, and tried to work hard given the soreness.  Most of it is gone, but still sore.  Tried to keep finding things that my body needs, and its been helping.

Emailed 'the doc' for a tune up.  Waiting to set up the first one, then probably will visit again just before the fight.

There is a lot of personal stuff flying around, leaving me both entirely emotional and emotionless.  Just got to keep focused on this goal no matter what.

All of this...for 6 minutes.

Rollercoaster

Rollercoaster of emotions as we approach T-9 weeks.  Last night the promoter was asking his people if they know if matchups for Max and I. Some dude said he might have a girl quotes as "tuff cheerleader".  As per my habits, I was googling them lightning fast.  Nothing is definite yet, but word is spreading people are talking.  

Training went ok last night, just went in and did my work. Nothing too crazy.  For some reason I am not yet fully recovered...trying to eat and drink different things to see what my body needs.

At the end of the day, I think its sleep and less stress.  Gee who would have thought?

Fighterhood

Feeling all kinds of banged up last few days.  Nothing too bad, just pooped, sore, and slightly exhausted.  Its all part of the fun, and I know that it will pass.

Still went to class last night and just hit the bag, then worked on mitts.  Crazy enough, found another level of power in a short range punch. Who knew?

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Ramping up, trimming down

So, my weight goal is 135-140.  I started to weigh myself daily to hold myself accountable.  Starting out, I was 146 (almost 147). I know I  have 7 pounds to loose (maybe more).  Not just that I care so much about the scale, but also my pants - and more importantly my fight shorts- are tight.   As of this morning I am 144. 


Already I am almost in range, with a little more than 10 weeks to go.  The weight will come off as I am doing cardio. If I can swing it, I'd like to be 140, less fat more muscle than I have now.


Last night, training was good. Got myself a fist pump for smashing the Thai pads.  Max and I did 3 rounds each before class, then 4 rounds in class.  The fourth round was more technique oriented, so I tried to give it my all for three rounds.  Jeff will be amping up the rounds, length of rounds, and then ramping it back down to what we will see on fight day.  Sounds like a great idea.


In other news I told Jeff teacher about my fight. The guy who helped with my health and such.  He asked if he could watch, gave me LOTS of compliments and some advice.  Such an honor to hear (or see rather) those words.  Hopefully, he is there.  


Next week, I will be asking my fellow training partner, Nicole to be my number 2 corner. Very exciting stuff.


Work is busy, earlier this week there was a rumor more work is coming down the pipe but I haven't seen it yet. So for now its normal working hours, and time for me to train.  Going to try to keep this balance as consistently as I can.

Undercover

Last week, Jeff contacted NY about their event Oct. 13.  Subsequently I temporarily disband FB until after the event.  Not sure if we are still going to try for Sept. 29 or not.  This makes my goal just a little more real, though I still feel its just a dream.


Training has been pretty good. Sat. worked hard in class, and did well in sparring.  Every class it seems I get a compliment that one or two aspects are improving. While other aspects are maintaining.  Think that is pretty darn good, and a goal to keep in mind.


This morning, I did a morning workout even though I was and am incredibly sore. 45 minutes, was hard.
Which tells me I need it.