Dreams do come true

I want to know how everybody is doing! What do you want to read about...more abs, legs, arms, back, what? How is your dieting? I've been eating better, but I do need to go to the grocery store! I have made my workouts more intense, and it is definately paying off. I have added more weights to squats and leg press, and my workout partner, Ariel, has been staying on me about my dieting!

Remeber I told you I wanted to start fitness modeling? Well, last night I had my first photo shoot to start my portfolio. I have been working so hard in and out of the gym trying lead a healthy lifestyle and I can see results. I want you all to keep working hard, don't give up even when it may seem that you are at a plateau, work harder, eat better, and stay encouraged!!!

Fun fact of the day: Doing heavy weights on leg days helps in developing abs. Don't do too much without a spot if you are on free weights. Good luck Fire Flames!

PALEO is the way to go!

I have received many questions about what to eat. Let me remind you my dieting is not 100% perfect, I do n not count calories, and I do not take supplements (just a multi vitamin). This is the basic guide to eating clean.

*For more advice, check out this great website I came across

http://www.cutandjacked.com/Women-And-Protein

I can't stress enough that you need to eat breakfast, it is the most important meal of the day, and do not avoid carbs, they are not all bad! Brown rice and whole wheat pasta are good examples...they are used as fuel. Keep up the good work, stay dedicated and have a healthy day my Fire Flames!!!

*Email any questions. suggestions, comments, feedback, or comments to MyFireFitness@Gmail.com

I see my Quads

Personal update:

I've been working vigorously on my quads and hamstrings, here is a picture :)

My hard work is paying off. I love squats, but I do them at the gym. I've been doing more weight lately, and due to this my quads are shaping up quite nice! I know not everybody is trying to be this muscular, but it is something I am working hard at! I'm pretty proud of myself :)

Anyways, I will be doing a Before/After post for inspiration to my readers and followers. If you are actively working out and taking my advice, email me a BEFORE pic to MyFireFitnes@Gmail.com

Within 6-8 weeks, you will send me an update pic and I will post it on my Motivation section!

Keep the questions and suggestions coming, I love you all

Legs all day

I LOVE LEG DAYS! Squats and dead lifts, to be exact, are my two favorite leg workouts. You can do squats at home or in the gym. For you folks at home, all you need are dumbbells or even canned goods can be a substituted weight source. :)

1. Start out by standing straight up
2. Slowly squat down to pick up your weight (keeping your back straight and poking your butt out)
3. With hands securely holding dumbbell, stand up keeping your back as straight as possible.

 The next rep, you want to make sure you go low enough to allow the weight to tap the floor, then bring it up again

Repeat 3 sets of 15 and don't cheat yourself. If you have access to dumbbells, *use at least 20 lbs

FEEL THE BURN MY FIRE FLAMES

Try this at home

Leg Lifts: These are one of my FAVES!! It is simple yet effective and works the lower abs where most females have problems with the "pudge" You start out by laying flat with legs straight out and lifted approx 4-6 inches. You bring your knees to your chest and elbows to knees. Your lower your legs back to position one and upper body goes back down, but shoulders and hips do NOT touch the ground until end of work out. Remember don't start counting until you start feeling the burn :)








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Don't Give Up

Work hard and be patient, you didn't gain weight overnight and you aren't going to lose it overnight.
A friend of mine told me "don't be so hard on yourself" and its true: you will have your ups and downs nobody is perfect but if you are working your ass off (literally) then you should be proud of yourself...check it::

 

DON'T GIVE UP

Keep your head up because others can't look up to you if you don't believe in yourself. Please don't quit and give it your all every workout! Have a great healthy day.

Tricep Dips

Ever wonder why the under part of your arm was "flabby"? Well, that is a muscle that needs to be trained! It is your tricep and when you train it, you can rock a mean tank top ;)  You can do Tricep Dips at home or at the gym. All you gotta do is:

Sit at the edge of one seat while resting your feet on another chair directly in front of you.You will do a sort of push-up motion, but going down...go down until your elbows are forming a 90 degree angle. Hold it for at least 2 seconds then push your way up. Do 3 sets of 12! If done properly, you will feel the burn on the back of your arm! Good luck ladies and gentlemen!!