3rd times a charm...I think...

Hello everyone! I just finished the prejudging portion of my 3rd bikini figure competition with NPC. I was sooo excited about this show I could barely stand it! When my last show in July ended with a decent 7th place (but slightly disappointing nontheless), I knew that I needed a fresh start. I started training with a new coach, new workouts, new diet and new sense of purpose. I have always worked hard in preparation for a competition, but this was different. I was fresh off a loss and I was hungry...well honestly, STARVING for a win. It funny how sometimes a little bit of failure (for lack of a better word) can kick our butt and bring out our best...

I stood backstage and watched through the curtains as the class before mine finished their poses and walked offstage. I felt the adrenaline rush through me as I heard the stage hand call my group out and wave us towards the main stage. Instantly this moment became mine. Everything I practiced kicked in, nerves faded and I owned the moment. With each pose, I thought about all the sweat, leg presses, cardio sessions and asparagus went into this moment. Each thought brought a bigger smile and a little more sass to my steps. I felt like I had won...

I'm at home now, waiting until 630pm to find out the final placing. Even though I don't know for sure who won (there were some GORGEOUS women in my class), I feel like I already took 1st place!!!!!! I gave my all, I brought my best and rocked it on stage in a 2-piece...I think that qualifies me to be a winner :) We'll find out soon if I will be a winner with a trophy...