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Experience CDMX: Part 1

September 13, 2018December 28, 201821 Comments

A few months ago, I wrote about taking a sibling trip to Mexico City for Labor Day Weekend. Unfortunately, only 2/3 siblings made it due to passport issues, but nonetheless, it was still an amazing experience for me and now I can’t wait to share it with you in this 2-part blog series. These blogs … Continue reading Experience CDMX: Part 1

To My Guardian Angel On Her Birthday

August 27, 2018August 27, 2018Leave a comment

Today would have been one of my guardian angels' 28th birthday. This one is for her, for all she did for me, and the impact she continues to make on my life. Happy birthday Samantha Jane. Thank you for always believing in me, even when I didn't believe in myself. August 27, 1990, a true … Continue reading To My Guardian Angel On Her Birthday

So You Wanna Run A 5K?

August 16, 2018August 16, 2018Leave a comment

In anticipation of what I call "5K Season," which is essentially the cooler months of the year & when organizations tend to pile on 5Ks in celebration of the holidays, I decided to put a little something together detailing my training & preparation for my first 5K in 2016, then how I quickly got hooked … Continue reading So You Wanna Run A 5K?

Jen’s Top 10 Workout Essentials!

August 9, 2018August 9, 2018Leave a comment

A good friend of mine suggested I compile a list of essentials in starting a workout journey of your own, or simply a list of some of my favorite products. So I’ve been working pretty diligently to get a list together & find resourceful info for y’all! I’ll be linking some online sources for some … Continue reading Jen’s Top 10 Workout Essentials!

Lose My Breath

July 25, 2018July 24, 20181 Comment

So my Monday started off kinda strange. I woke up in the morning very tired. I hadn’t slept too much, but that wasn’t anything too unusual. I went to work and while sitting at my desk, doing absolutely nothing but paperwork, I became very aware of my breathing. It was shallow and I was having … Continue reading Lose My Breath

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Warrior 5K is done! 1:00:15 isn’t too bad, considering I’ve been out of the game for 2 years! Big thanks to Natalie for convincing me to get back into the groove! Here’s to the first of many to come! Big shoutout to @allstarnutritionharlingen & @blackmarketlabs for being my fuel today! Let’s keep it going, y’all! 💚 #fattofit #fattofitjourney #weightloss #weightlossjourney #5k #first5koftheyear #progressnotperfection #progress #fitness #wellness #health #rgvfitness #mcallen #rgv #endurancesplits #endurance #runwalkjog #keepgoing #nevergiveup #ajenuinejourney
2 month update: February was rough, I was gaining weight, in pain more often than not, and slacking off on my program. March brought an ER visit, multiple doctors’ diagnosis and recovery. Now here we are, April. It’s been rough. I feel like not much progress has been made. The scale doesn’t move much, but I notice my endurance is higher, my arms are a little stronger, and my face looks a little thinner too. Also, confidence is hitting hard lately. Feeling cute! 🤗 #progressnotperfection #progress #weightloss #weightlossjourney #fattofit #fattofitjourney #selflove #babysteps #facegains #2monthupdate #update #rgvfitness #fitness #health #wellness #ajenuinejourney
My stomach isn’t flat, my arms are still flabby, I’m full of scars, some you see & some you cannot. I’ve been called many things in my life, some things better than others. My biggest critic, however, is myself. I’ve spent years tearing myself down, making myself feel like I wasn’t good enough. And I convinced myself for years that no one would ever love me for me, who could? And then, I learned. I learned what self-love was, self-care, and acceptance. And I learned to channel all my negative emotions toward myself into the motivation to change for myself. I found love. I found appreciation, I learned to love myself first, then I learned to share my life, my struggles, and all my self with someone else. And no, it hasn’t been easy. It’s definitely been a journey, learning to love myself for the very first time. But it’s been even tougher to accept that it doesn’t happen all at once. I’ve struggled on multiple occasions to keep myself on track when all hope seems lost. But picking myself up is just part of the journey. I don’t often share what my top weight was, but for those who don’t know, I tipped the scales at about 378 pounds. It’s a number that’s burned into my brain, it’s a number I never want to see again. The first major goal I set for myself was to lose 100 pounds. It’s been almost 2 years, and I’m only halfway there. It’s discouraging at times to see the scale stay stagnant. I work so hard, and sometimes, the numbers don’t move at all. But, instead of moping about, I channel that into my next workout. I haven’t come this far to quit now. In fact, I’ve only just begun. 🔥 #fattofit #fattofitjourney #weightloss #weightlossjourney #weightlosstransformation #transformation #project100 #halfwaythere #fitness #health #wellness #selfcare #selflove #fat #rgvfitness #motivation #motivationmonday #keepgoing #dontquit #nevergiveup #myownworstenemy #ajenuinejourney
“Loving yourself is the greatest revolution.” 🥰 One of my biggest physical insecurities is my arms. They are dimpled, fat, and full of stretch marks. For the longest time, I hid my arms in sleeves, ashamed of how large they were or how awkward the stretch marks looked across my shoulders and back. And then I started to get tattoos, first on my shoulder blades, then on the left front of my shoulder. And I learned to embrace the marks that cover me & as I’ve lost weight, I’ve found confidence in how I carry myself! I am so blessed to be where I am now, happier, healthier and stronger in both a physical and mental sense. Also, peep that new haircut! That’s just the cherry on top! A fresh cut always breathes new life into me! It makes me feel like a new person, even when it’s not even too crazy of a change! So love yourselves, laugh often, love deeply & just keep going, no matter what! ❤️ #loveyourself #bestronger #happy #newhairwhodis #haircut #laughing #alwaysbelaughing #itshappyhere #insecurities #bodypositive #weightloss #weightlossjourney #fattofit #fattofitjourney #confidence #confident #loveyourselfie #selfie #selfcare #selflove #ajenuinejourney
Worked some body weight squats & abs today. It’s been a rough few days & my head isn’t quite where it should be. I’ve been feeling hurt and my heart has been so heavy. But a good friend reminded me that I need to take care of myself & not worry about things that are out of my control. So I’m done crying, done pouting. I’m ready to just go and do the damn thing. Refocusing my energy into bettering myself & letting go of all the negativity that is weighing me down. Gotta keep going, no matter what. 💪🏼🖤 In other news, I was recently approached with an opportunity to feature a new product on my page! So with that said, I’m happy to rep @alphatheorysupps K9 pre-workout! Kept me focused and energized without a crazy effect! Just enough to keep me balanced through a heavy workout. Check them out, use the link in my bio or code “JYG15” at checkout to get 15% off your purchase! 💥 #refocus #centered #balance #health #fitness #wellness #weightloss #weightlossjourney #fattofit #fattofitjourney #rgvfitness #squats #abs #progressnotperfection #babysteps #gettingthere #slimdown #shred #allstarnutrition #onnxnutrition #alphatheorysupps #stim #pump #strength #electrolytes #getsome #k9black #brandambassador #linkinbio #ajenuinejourney
She is life itself, wild & free. Wonderfully chaotic. A perfectly put together mess. 🌻 #springtime #springselfie #bright #happy #happysaturday #whowearsshortshorts #confidence #bodypositive #weightlossjourney #fattofit #wellness #happiness #confident #progressnotperfection #ajenuinejourney

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