Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal
My mission in life is to not merely survive, but to thrive: and do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style. – Maya Angelou
Category: Fitness
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It’s 8 O’clock in the morning. I’m sitting in my bedroom with my feet propped up, wolffin down four rice cakes and two ounces of chicken. Hahahah! Welcome to the world of Figure Competition. Later today I will have my turn to sashay across the stage and show off the results of months of consistent…
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Training for a fitness competition is no joke! At 4:14 a.m. yesterday, I woke up feeling like this! Lazily I walked downstairs to get my much needed caffeine fix and to start my day. Friday was a long day. With all the ordinary engagements, the day came and went. This morning, without even a…
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During lunch, I go to fill my simply tea cup with hot water from the office dispenser and what-ta ya know? Someone removed the empty bottle but failed to put a refill in. Oh well, I really want hot tea, so I guess I’ll do it. Oh my!! Lol!! As soon as I bend down to…
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I share pictures and recipes of healthy meals here, on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and a few other sites. What y’all don’t see is the daily mental tug-of-war and the inner turmoil that I grapple with. Ugh! Oh Lord, the guilt of feeding my family unhealthy and processed foods. I hate it! The other day I brought a…
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Make it a great day! :)
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A year and a half ago, I never imagined my scrawny little back was capable of developing into this! But with consistency, discipline, good nutrition, hard work in the gym, and help from a friend, I am amazed at the results. Whatever your dreams, press on and please don’t give up. Remain steady, push beyond…