Be Like Nike... Just Do It

Most of us have this CLEAR PICTURE of what we want to accomplish, whether it be with our businesses, our education, or even for our bodies - we are designed that way. We think ahead and look into the future. I even created a list of "things I'd love to accomplish in 2009", however, if we spend so much time focusing on how we'd LIKE to be, we'll never have time to freaking DO IT. So - for this weekend, instead of thinking and plotting ways to get to a certain "starting point" - just START.

I personally did this today, I kept putting off when I was going to begin my program under Jenny Lynn (JL) - I wanted to hold off until all my supplements arrived, but then I looked at myself in the mirror and told myself thast "I CANNOT WAIT FOR A SUPPLEMENT TO ARRIVE TO BEGIN THIS PROGRAM" & I knocked out 60 minutes of pure-cardio this AM & I'm about to head out to do an intense lower body workout. It feels great because I am now on my way to getting to the "figure" that I want to accomplish.

Perhaps I can now begin to scratch things off my list, instead of just piling them on!

A Girl's Guide to a NASCAR Event

Whether you are a die-hard NASCAR fan or you are tagging along with a significant other – attending one of these car racing events is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. Before I left for Daytona Beach, I did a “search” for what to wear and bring, but nothing really served as a good reference. Therefore, I am supplying all the females with a special inside outlook on what will keep you comfortable and of course, cute, for race day.

First things first- what to bring:

*The Official NASCAR site says that you may only bring a 6x6x12 soft cooler, or a clear plastic bag, so I followed the rules, but found out that the following will be submitted:

♥ Clear Plastic Backpack



Wal-Mart, $9.98

♥ Soft Cooler, Small to Medium sized

Wal-Mart, $12.00-$25.00

♥ Poncho

*I experienced this first hand- most of the time you will not need to use it, but it’s always good to bring just in case!



*Unfortunately, it’s pretty hard to look *cute* in a poncho, but they are always something you should bring to amusement parks or any other daily event that may be susceptible to rain. Perhaps get a poncho that supports your local football or baseball team (I saw this often and it’s a more stylish option than just the basic ‘bag’)

♥ Seat Cushion

*Support your favorite driver or get a basic NASCAR seat cushion here at Sports Authority

♥ Sunscreen

*Hopefully you will not have to use the Poncho and you will pull this baby out! We all know how the sun is damaging to skin- so be prepared and save yourself from the horrible tan lines and sunburns.

♥ Within the Cooler – Snacks/Beverages

*Pack something to eat and beverages of your choice. If you make a sandwich, leave the mayonnaise/mustard off of it & pick up the little packets at the grocery store (if not, your sandwich will end up soggy). As far as beverages go – be sure to pack some h2o, but in the spirit of NASCAR – beer is the drink of choice. For a lighter option, pick out a light beer. AND make sure you purchase cans, as opposed to bottles.

♥ Jacket

*Especially for the races in February and March, cooler weather CAN happen. So bring one just in case.



♥ Digital Camera

*You will want to snap some shots of all the neat things going on! If you purchase “Fan Zone” tickets, then you will be up and close with the Pit & their Crews – and you will have the ability to walk along the track.

♥ Cash

*Cards are accepted, but honestly, cash is easier to track and you can get through the lines for souvenirs/ food/ and drinks easier.

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♥ Support your favorite driver or NASCAR in general - purchase a tank!

♥ If jeans are as comfortable to you, as they are to me, then sport them. If you are attending an Event during the Summer months, you may want to bring or wear shorts.

♥ Sneakers are a MUST! You will do lots of walking, so be prepared. Maybe even stretch a little bit the morning before you head to the Event.

♥ Wear a baseball cap - the sun will be shining & you need to protect your face.

♥ Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes as well!

I think that with this guide - you will be prepared to attend the Event! Gentleman, start your engines!

The Girl Behind the Screen

I promise that I will have VLOGS up shortly, I'm actually purchasing the Flip today, this weekend was quite hectic! However, there are tons of the *25 Things About You* going around, so I thought I'd post some here just to let my readers get to know me a little bit more... Hope you enjoy. xo

♥ 1.) My full name is Rebekah Marie Faith Reidy. My nicknames are as follows: Bekah, Bek, Beckers, Guaci (as in Guacimole), Bekah Boo, or simply Boo.

♥ 2.) I will be turning 24 in April and I am not very enthused about it.

♥ 3.) I absolutely adore anything monogrammed or personalized.

♥ 4.) Ever since I was five, I always wanted to be a teacher - the dream went away in highschool when I looked at the income of a teacher, but I've ended up becoming a personal trainer (which is utilizing teaching so I am living my dream).

♥ 5.) I'm one of the guys, but a girly girl at heart.

♥ 6.) I am usually five minutes late for just about everything, but fashionably late nonetheless.

♥ 7.) Ever since I purchased my Black Berry, it has not left my side.

♥ 8.) I'm a *Sun Bunny* meaning that I love the sun and anything involving me being out in the sun, i.e. : tanning, beach, boating, jet skiing, exercising outdoors, canoeing, kayaking, etc.

♥ 9.) I swear that my dogs understand me when I'm speaking.

♥ 10.) I can do the human pretzel.

♥ 11.) I have one of the most distinguished laughs, I usually try to cover it up, but one or two drinks in and it's out and proud. Many say it's *cute*.

♥ 12.) Until I was in college, I would only eat the following: grilled cheese sandwiches, macaroni & cheese, salads, and vegetables.

♥ 13.) I absolutely adore different cultures, and hope to become fluent in more than 3 languages.

♥ 14.) My favorite piece of jewerly are earrings, hands down.

♥ 15.) I have troubles balancing out partying and studies, so usually I go overboard on one for a week and then switch.

♥ 16.) In discussing partying, I am a lightweight - it takes approximately 1 Presidente Margarita from Chilis, 2 Goose & tonics w/ limes, or 1.5 glasses of wine to get me feeling 'goooooood'.

♥ 17.) I am probably the oldest teenybopper ever; I still groove to JT & Britney Spears, melt over Donnie of NKOTB and I saw Twilight on opening night (along with 1,000 other screaming 14-year olds).

♥ 18.) I'm a pretty creative person.

♥ 19.) I absolutely love fashion design and sewing - I wish I had more *time* to spend doing it.

♥ 20.) I have my budgets in excel, multiple planners, to-do lists plastered everywhere, and sticky notes galore.

♥ 21.) Perhaps my closet is small, but all of my clothes do not fit in it - I take up the hall-way closet and some of my sister's as well. Nothing to be concerned about- but I just think twice when I need to go *shopping*.

♥ 22.) I am part of the Powerpuff girls. I'm Buttercup. My two best friends are a redhead (Blossom) & blond (Bubbles).

♥ 23.) I bust a move at all times of the day - randomly, half dressed, in my dreams..

♥ 24.) Exercise is an essential part of my week - without it, I'm cranky and all out of wack. Same goes for music.

♥ 25.) I live life with a purpose.

Disappointed?

Disappointment. The word haunts me. I remember growing up - my dad never ever yelled at my sisters and I, but he would calmly say "I'm disappointed in your actions"... and it would tear us apart. However, I don't think it could quite compare to the feeling that I get when I'm disappointed in MYSELF.

When we are training or competing - we push ourselves to the maxx, we try to exceed old limitations and delve deeper. We resist temptations because we know it will slow us down if we don't. We almost become a 'super-human'. But then one day comes where you fall off track, skip a workout, give in to the temptations - and then... the disappointment follows...

In order to keep the 'hope' and 'drive' alive, you must:

♥ Adjust your expectations. Not every team wins the Super Bowl or Olympic gold. Not every applicant gets the job. Illness happens. Not every marriage soars. It might make sense not to set your goals so high. But who wants to settle for mediocrity?
On the one hand, hope can be misplaced. If your highest hope is in achievement, you will eventually be disappointed—success is transient. On the other hand, if we're so afraid of disappointment that we lower our hopes, we can close ourselves off from what we were born to do. The proper balance can be elusive.

♥ Learn from your defeats. Disappointment and failure build character and patience, when allowed to do so. They can teach you to win and lose with grace, an increasingly lost art these days.

I know that I have not personally pushed myself as hard as I can be pushed. It is my goal to do that from here on out because I don't want to feel that disappointment. I've come so far to just plateau now.