Why did you
start?
No
matter what we accomplish or what we are going through, we all at times will go
through moments where we question what we are doing or just want to give up all
together. These are the times that truly define someone who has the Warrior
Spirit, you see, it is easy for anyone to give thanks, be excited, and have
endless energy when things are going great and everything seems to just be
happening in our favor. The times when the chips are down are the times we
really have three choices to make; just stay where we are at, give in to the
urge to quit, or realize why we started in the first place and snap out of it
and make it happen! You see, to say that we all do not experience trying times
would simply be naive, but in the grand scheme of this life and there being
literally millions of things that go into what is happening at our present
moments, we are also very naive to not realize that things are just as they
should be! This is a concept that is very easy to say, but also very difficult
to master; it takes the realization that our reactions and attitudes ultimately
dictate our outcomes. It takes the realization that with millions of things
coming into play to make a single moment, that there are far many factors other
than just what we are currently doing. Above all, it takes the realization that
people, things, and events do not in themselves cause emotions or dictate
whether something is “good” or “bad,” but rather how we perceive them and if we
treat life as a learning experience, rather than just something to mindlessly
discount as if it isn’t our fault. Let me tell you, with the utmost conviction,
that everything that we feel and experience is ultimately by our own doing, our
greatest secret lies deep within ourselves, where we already have the answers!
With
Fitness and Life in general the times that can be the most difficult are when
we have feelings of being lost, or just not sure what we are doing is working.
At these times it is so important to take some time for reflection and ask
yourself, “why did I start?” Often times the reason we started is very far from
our present situation and that in itself is a large reason why we may be having
feelings of doubt. Doing things that matter to us and ultimately have a strong
emotional tie, will always have a large impact on our being and when we stray
too far from the core values we have, we will always be reminded. Sometimes we
do just not want to pay attention or acknowledge that we have strayed and going
down this path too long will ultimately lead to our perceived failures. This
also goes to show the power of having a strong foundation, when shaken, we always
fall back to our foundation and if our foundation is strong, we will outlast
and if not, we will crumble!
Think
back to the very first time you decided to enter the gym; this first experience
is very intimidating, but also very exciting at the same time! The nerves rush
as you see the rows of machines and weights; you have visions of all the
wonderfully fit people and the ones beginning their journeys too! The thrill of
making progress, seeing, and feeling gains is priceless and so much more than just
the outward. Think of how you grew in the gym, but also as a person as you were
taught that no matter what, 100lbs will always be 100lbs, it is consistent, it
is unbiased, and just because you conquered it one day, does not mean that you
will the next, but there are many more days! Think of the first time you really
set a goal that seemed impossible and then you achieved it, remember how
amazing that felt? Think of the first time a friend or family member who hadn’t
been supporting your decisions gave you a compliment on your drive and
determination, WOW, no matter how slight, it felt amazing! Think back… Remember
the first time someone else came up to you and told you that you inspired them,
remember that? Think of how you are creating something larger than yourself;
think of all the relationships built around your lifestyle! Remember the first
supplement you got, how excited you were to see the results… tomorrow, yeah, I
remember that too :) Remember the first time people started correlating you and
fitness and asking questions and paying attention to things you do and trying
them for themselves? Think way back; remember the thought when you realized “if
I had only known what I know now when I started?” Think of all the crazy
things, the funny things, the times you laughed, the times you cried, the times
you outright puked from a workout… Ahhh! Remember the first time you felt like
not going to the gym or missing your workout and you went ANYWAYS and it felt
absolutely amazing, funny how that works! I could go on and on about all of the
amazing memories that we all have from living the fitness lifestyle; some of
you may have experienced all of these, for some, they are yet to come… But,
they will be there! The bottom line is that no matter where you are or what you
are going through, you started for a reason and to reminisce and remember those
special moments is truly powerful! Our lives and those we encounter are forever
shaped because of these moments…
Remember
the time you threw it all in, the time you were knocked down and didn’t get
back up, remember the time you gave up? If this memory escapes you, then you
have already won! It isn’t about where you’re at, but rather what it took for
you to get there. REMEMBER THAT!
"People of mediocre ability sometimes achieve
outstanding success because they don't know when to quit. Most men succeed
because they are determined to."
-George Allen-
Thank You to ALL who take the time
to read My Words, if they are able to help just one person, then I am that much
closer to My Goal!
By
Derek M. Trombetta
-Stay Strong; It’s more than Physical-
Derek is a Professional Firefighter, Fitness Coach, and Physique Athlete with a Lifetime of REAL WORLD Experience in the Fitness Industry! For further information you can contact Derek at:
970Muscle Website
970Muscle Facebook Page
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