Awful Bikini Pictures... Don't Judge Please..

The first day of summer is two days away and to celebrate, I took these awful pictures of myself in a bikini. Wow! These pictures really make me cringe, but this is what I look like. Bathing suit and bikini season is upon us. Short shorts, tank tops, and short dresses are about to be worn. But then again no one really likes how they look in a bathing suit. This is where the last minute workout comes in handy. I took these pictures to show my transformation. John and I started Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred a few days ago. I will take another picture of myself in 30 days to show you how my body has changed and maybe you'll try her exercises too.

I haven't been following the Atkins diet to a tee, because I just ate chips when I came home, but everyday I go to work I try to bring a salad or fruit or something else healthy. I'm going to get back on it too. Then maybe my body transformation will be better.

I just want to feel healthy and confident about myself. I'm not fat by any means, but there is always room for improvement. I have cellulite as you can see, like every other woman on the face of the earth. I have love handles, saddlebags, and flabby areas. I just want to tone everything. Can't wait for summer to start, to swim in the pool and to go to beach! It'll be even better if I look fabulous!


Off to either eat something healthy or exercise!

Love Always,
Erin

New Experiences... and Exercises!

John and I moved in together 3 weeks ago. We're still getting situated and organized. We've been cooking at home to save money, buying plants for our garden, and getting used to having neighbors who we can hear walking above us. Thank god their dog doesn't bark. The most noise we here, like right now, are kids running around outside playing. I am sitting alone, John's at work. I'm going to start writing when I am alone and maybe it will be my time to do what I love write and drink coffee!

At the moment though, I have been trying to start an exercise routine. I am tired of feeling self conscious in a bikini. I am not that heavy, but there are parts I wish we more toned, like my stomach, butt and legs. My problem is sticking with a plan. I always start for a few days and then I get tired and stop. The motivation has been my downfall. I just have to come home and instead of sleeping for an hour, go and exercise.

I have done the Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred. I really have to get back on that, because she combines 3 circuits of strength training, cardio, and an abs routine. It is a kick ass workout in a short amount of time. Then I'm going to progress to her other workouts. I won't do all Jillian, because I have found some great exercises on Exercise TV on Comcast On Demand. The majority of them are FREE!! That's a word I like to hear. There is a large variety of quick exercises that are 10 minutes long for those who don't have time for the strength to do a 30 minute workout. I did two exercises by instructor Cindy Whitmarsh called 10 minute Buns and Thighs and 6 Pack Ab Burn. My entire body was sore for DAYS! It was awesome!

I currently have my favorite bikini hanging on a hook in my room as inspiration for exercising and eating right. Speaking of eating right.. I have been trying to do a modified Atkins Diet. For those who don't know, with the Atkins diet I can eat cheese ,lean meat, lots of veggies, and little carbs. I cheat a little bit and eat peanut butter and I have sugar in my coffee. I cheat at least once everyday, because I love carbs. My next diet I'd like to try is the Carb Lovers Diet. The book was featured on Rachael Ray this week, and you can eat carbs in moderation.

All this talk of exercise makes me want to just do it. Off to do some 10 minute buns and thighs workout! Just remember that exercising might not be fun all the time, but the results will be so worth it! You'll look great, feel great, and the bikini shopping and jean shopping in the fall won't be as horrific!

Until Next Time...
Keep Smiling!

Erin