Another X Weeks to Go Blog
by: CindyMartinez - July 14th, 2008I am 6 weeks and 4 days out from North Americans. The changes that I plan to bring to this show are tighter glutes and a wider back. Like I had previously posted, over the last 2 years I concentrated so much on dieting and cardio, It hurt some of my strong points. I lost focus on my weight training. My legs lost some size in the lower portion, from lifting lighter than normal. Well, I am back to lifting heavy for both upper nad lower body. (I still have to be careful with my back). I see a change in my glutes and my back is on the way. The good thing is that, regardless of all the work related issues I had this year, I am more focused than ever. I feel the same way I did in 2004, when I missed my pro card by 1 point! That year I did not think about who was showing up and even if I was going to win. I just stepped on stage with confidence and pride. I plan to do the same at the North Americans!
Good Luck to all My friends that are competing in the USAs!!! Wish I could be there with you all.
Have a Good Week Everyone!
XOXO
Cindy
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07/14/08
I think that's the best way to do it, shoot for your very best regardless of who the competition is, etc. Compete against yourself! I bet your personal best will blow the competition away!
07/14/08
I'm glad you are able to start lifting heavy again. It's great that you are getting back to your championship form Cindy ;)
07/14/08
I love the NA and have done them twice. Good luck Cindy in your prep and keep us updated! I like your mindset think about you and only YOU!
07/15/08
Hey girl! I wish you were going to be in Vegas, too!
I like your attitude for the stage - that is how I want to think about it too. I like to have fun with it more than anything else!
You are going to be spectacular and you always look beautiful on the stage!
I like your attitude for the stage - that is how I want to think about it too. I like to have fun with it more than anything else!
You are going to be spectacular and you always look beautiful on the stage!
07/15/08
I am sure you are looking great, 6 weeks will go by fast! You have a great attitude and I hope we can train together when all the chaos is over. Forget training lets go for margaritas! LOL
07/19/08
Sounds like you're ready to roll! Your head is definitely in the right place. It's so easy to get thrown off of your game by worrying about who else is in the line-up. Once you step on stage, it is out of your hands so all you can do is worry about yourself. Your attitude has motivated me! It reminded me why I chose to compete in the first place. Take pride in your hard work! Have fun in Vegas. I know you'll look and do great. Wish I was there to cheer you all on!

