Day 16: So it's the second day in of the third week. There has been some days that I've walked out of the studio proud and energized for the work put in, and other days where I wished I didn't have muscle cramps and pain to push even harder. Trying out different shoes and managing water intake to avoid these. It's pretty much trial and error and getting to know my body, making the proper adjustments to avoid pain and push through the work out as hard as I can. I have been retaining a lot of water. Learned that green tea is a huge help to cleanse the body. I'd recommend it to every one! The past 4-5 days I've been feeling fatigued and sluggish, but with the green tea that I had yesterday, I can see a difference in my legs and energy level. It's not easy to work with that kind of pain, but all I can do is push through and do my best. Planning in having another cup of green tea today and walking around the building to improve circulation at least once an hour.

I was excited to see that the Fit Test numbers really increased! I was not the happiest when I saw the number difference for the weight loss and total inches lost, but keeping in mind that my body fat % did decrease. So this week I'm definitely gonna give my full concentration on eating more often. That's has always been a struggle. I have improved on eating more that 1-2 times a day but I need to push for 5-6. Through out the last week, Monday and Tuesday were challenging days, Wednesday July 4th noon work out was a challenging day as well but felt amazing after the work out. I felt so good that I went to the pool shortly after :) Maybe it's because it was earlier in the day and had the day off from work. Thursday was really good too. NEVER easy, but got closer to finishing every set. That is my main goal. Saturday I swam I few laps in the pool and for my 5th workout (Sunday) of the week I rode close to 10 miles :) and felt like my muscles had retained a little bit of memory from the weekend before so it made things a  little easier. It was CRAZY Hot though!!! A little more than half way through the ride It started to POUR!!! It was awesome!! Loved it!! LOL not crazy about the lightning but loved the rain :)

Yesterday was the second Fit Test and measurements. I do see areas that have room for improvements so it's time to kick it into a "higher" gear and get with the "New" program, new goals. Eat more often, walk more at work, and continue drinking lots of water. Also gonna try to get something to support my right ankle. For some reason it keeps trying to give out on me. I'm pretty sure it's lack of support, but we shall see. I'm thinking about adding a 6th workout to my week, but I'm not sure if my body is going to like that. It likes to rebel every once in a while haha!

It's amazing to think that we are already in week 3!! Still learning, still growing or loosing ;) I can see a big difference in all of my teammates, myself and what we've accomplished thus far. My coach Jackie is very motivational with her words. Always keeping a positive note. Continuously thankful for all the support from colleagues, friends, family and loved ones. All in all.... #Blessed!