What's in my Gym Bag? What will I be wearing for the IPL show?
You may be curious as to what I have in my gym bag and to what I'll be wearing for the IPL show. I meant to post this yesterday. Junk...
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Jessie Desmond
Sep 214 min read
1 Week Out
I'm officially 1 week out from the 2024 IPL Golden Heart Classic show. I'll be competing in figure, bikini model (swimsuit), and evening...
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Jessie Desmond
Sep 74 min read
End of Week 4 Update & Cut Month Info
Alright, so it's the end of week 4 - which is my first week of cutting. At the end of last week, I had a body comp done and weighed in...
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Jessie Desmond
Sep 12 min read
4 Weeks Out
Today, September 1st, is the start of being 4 weeks out from the 2024 IPL Golden Heart Classic - on September 28th. I'm feeling so much...
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Jessie Desmond
Aug 212 min read
August 21st Update
I meant to post an update last week, BUT I had a kidney infection. Went in on Thursday and they were like "Its nothing, go home". Went...
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Jessie Desmond
Aug 111 min read
Lack of Recipes
I just wanted to leave a little post here to say: Yes, I know there are a lack of recipes. I can add as many as I want. The problem is...
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Jessie Desmond
Aug 111 min read
August 11th Update
I decided to start giving prep updates as I get closer to the 2024 IPL Golden Heart Classic (show poster to the right). Currently I am...
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Jessie Desmond
Aug 51 min read
Purple Foods
Purple foods range from light purple to almost black-purple. Purple foods contain anthocyanins (a type of antioxidant). Anthocyanins...
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Jessie Desmond
Aug 21 min read
A Day of Eating for Bodybuilding
Hey everyone! I am really close to my very first competition show. I'll be in the 2024 IPL Golden Heart Classic in Fairbanks, AK. I'm...
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Jessie Desmond
Jul 294 min read
Beauty is Skin Deep
Let's talk about skincare. This is what I consider to be part of "recovery". The ideal goth look includes well-maintained skin - like...
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Jessie Desmond
Jul 263 min read
Supplement Insider
What do you know about supplements? If you are starting a regular workout routine, then you may want to look into some supplements to...
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Jessie Desmond
Jul 227 min read
Sculpting Your Body
It may sound so cliche to say that weight training, cardio, and good nutrition leads to sculpting your body. As your body starts to make...
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Jessie Desmond
Jul 192 min read
Running in The Dark
Some people love going out for an early morning or evening run or bike ride or walk. If you enjoy doing this and deal with a dimmed...
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Jessie Desmond
Jul 152 min read
Grass Allergies? Eat Right.
I want to discuss "nutrition to consider" regarding grass allergies. I was made aware of this after doing a food allergy test and...
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Jessie Desmond
Jul 122 min read
Health Goth: Fad or New Style?
There is some discrepancy over “health goth” and whether or not it’s just a fad or a new style of goth. Just a Fad Those who suggest that...
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Jessie Desmond
Jul 82 min read
Tips for Exercising in Summer Hazardous Conditions
I live in Fairbanks, Alaska and with summer comes forest fires. The area has been dealing with temperatures in the mid to upper 80F...
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Jessie Desmond
Jul 51 min read
Arm Day 101
Arm day is going to focus on your biceps, triceps, and forearms. Your deltoids will be done on shoulder day. 3 sets x 10-12 DB Bicep...
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Jessie Desmond
Jun 282 min read
Leg Day 101
If you are just beginning your fitness journey, leg day is going to be a big day for you. I'll start you off slowly and we'll work our...
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Jessie Desmond
Jun 243 min read
Hydrate
Staying hydrated is an important part of having a healthy lifestyle. This means drinking water, green tea, and herbal tea. These can...
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Jessie Desmond
Jun 211 min read
Back Day 101
Back day is one of my favorite days at the gym. A strong back will help with posture and relieving back pain, as well as creating a...
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