Update: I FINALLY BROKE 130LBS

YOU GUYS. Today I weighed in at 129.2lbs!!!! The last time I was under 130lbs was when I had an eating disorder back in 2008! #NBD

Only 4.2lbs more and I'll be at my ultimate goal of 125lbs! I'm a happy gal :)

Progress update: gettin' weird, guys.

I got weird with the pictures today, dudes. But I'm extremely excited about my progress so far! My eating habits are finally legit and my workout rules: LIFT HEAVY.

 

Tri's, abs and thighs

Bi's and abs

Tri's and abs

UPDATE: 5-3-1 program

Its been a while!

I'm still gluten-free and 75% dairy-free. I do treat myself to ice cream every week. SORRY I'M NOT SORRY.

I started the 5-3-1 program last week and I wanted to post the progress so far. Hopefully, I'll be able to have contrasting photos in a couple of weeks! I just have to keep eating right :)

What is the 5-3-1 program?
Its a four week long power-lifting program focused on maxing-out on the three powerlifting lifts (deadlift, squat, bench press) plus overhead press. You need to find your one-rep max (1RM) for those four lifts, then you're able to calculate the workout.

Click on "5-3-1" up there to be directed to the 5-3-1 website.

So, THESE just happened!

I switched up my diet ONCE AGAIN and decided to try making these gems for my post-workout meal:

Gluten & dairy-free chocolate soy-protein pancakes

1/4 cup rice flour

1 scoop chocolate soy protein powder

3/8 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk

(1 tbsp olive oil on the griddle)

2tbsp of honey on top

Nutrition facts

KCAL = 479

F = 8g (14%)

C = 66.38g (57%)

P = 35.38g (31%)

Let's see how this treats me for a while!

Trying AdvoCare's MNS Max-E

Ever since I started the 24-Day Challenge a couple of months ago, I used the MNS Max-3 kit for overall wellness. I just decided to order the MNS Max-E kit along with a bottle of Amplify A.T. to switch things up. I've also been religiously using LeptiLean and Catalyst for a few weeks and love them both! Perhaps, this'll be my favorite combination?

MNS Max-E kit

Amplify A.T.

CHECKING IN: Getting stronger .

I've been doing same routine for a little over two weeks and I've increased the weight for most of my lifts! I really enjoy doing four sets with high repetitions. The first 20 repetition set acts as a warm-up for that particular lift, then the following two sets of 15 give me a really pump. The final set of twelve repetitions is challenging, but that's what's making me stronger.

Speaking of getting stronger, I've been taking a supplement that helps me protect my muscle mass and strength during a workout and during times of caloric deficit. Its called Catalyst. On my off-days (two days per week) I take two caps with the "Before Breakfast Color Pack." The other five days of the week I take two caps 10-15 minutes before my workout. I've noticed an increase in my strength and energy levels during workout and more consistent energy overall.

I think I'm going to do this routine for two more weeks then change it up. I also am working on tweeking my diet. I think I'm going to try carb-cycling...

Arms

I forgot to post this yesterday!


WARM-UP
5min run
   :30 walk -> :30 run -> 1min right side -> 1min forward -> 1min left side -> :30run -> :30 walk
3x12 clean & jerk = bar

Hammer curls

ARMS
Hammer curls
   1x20 = dumbbell 10s
   2x15 = dumbbell 12s
   1x12 = dumbbell 15s
Cross-body hammer curls
   1x20 = dumbbell 15s
   2x15 = dumbbell 20s
   1x12 = dumbbell 25s
Assisted dips
   1x20 = -100lbs (40lbs)
   2x15 = -90lbs (50lbs)
   1x12 = -80lbs (60lbs)
Overhead extensions
   1x20 = dumbbell 15
   2x15 = dumbbell 20
   1x12 = dumbbell 25
Forearm curls
   1x20 = dumbbell 8

Assisted dips

   2x15 = dumbbell 10
   1x12 = dumbbell 12

ABS
The 100
20 Lying leg lifts
20 Roll-ups
20 A-frames
Planks

HIIT
.05 @ 3.5mph
.1 @ 8.5mph (9.5mph for last one)
for 1.5 miles

Stretch
Sauna