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Pushing Through A Hump Day

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I made this transformation photo a couple of months ago!

I think I just have to push through my hump day.  For most people it’s Wednesday, and for me it’s Friday.  I know I’ll be excited for my weekend on Monday.

That being said, I’m content with my schedule.  I just enjoy my Fridays like everyone else and enjoy myself.  Sometimes I even take a day off of the gym.  Today is one of those days.

I know that I’ll have to make up for that so I’m dedicated to working my back and biceps tomorrow.  I want to go all out for bent-over rows and barbell curls!  I’m hoping to hit some new personal records.

On that note, I’m content with the progress I’ve had so far with my strength training.  At this point, I’m wanting to maintain the lean mass that I’ve gained and cut down the body fat.  As I said yesterday, I am making positive steps in that direction by eating better and adding the cardio.

I can’t quit saying how thankful I am to you all for continuing to read my posts and for sharing your thoughts.  I like reading from you because it motivates me, and you often give great advice!

Thanks for reading this update.  Today, again, was my day off and I will continue to push forward and make good progress!

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By the way!!

It’s been a while since I mentioned progress photos, and believe me when I say that they are coming!  It may be another month or two yet, but I have a few progress photos to share with some training logs and in the grand scheme of things I am hoping to make a transformation video.

The video is far off yet as I want to have somewhat of an end result before I begin editing.  Also, I made a free eBook for anyone who is interested but I am not sure how to put it up for download on my website.  If anyone wants to give me some tips or advice, I am all ears!  Thanks!

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I decided to make this for the post.  I’m not sure it shows much the way I edited it, but at least it’s something!  There will be more in the future.

Saraswati Says Put Your Heart Into Your Work

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“Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts.  This is the secret of success.”

Above is a great quote I found by renowned and deceased Hindu teacher Sivananda Saraswati.  This rung so true to me as I thought about the past few months, and what I’ve noticed.

While I can’t say anything from long term experience, I can say that in these past few months that I’ve been working harder at everything I’ve been involved in!  And I’ve honestly felt more successful!  As I said in another recent post(click here to read “Climb To The Top And Do Not Look Back Down”) I haven’t fully defined myself as successful, but I am much better off than I was six months ago!

..and you can be too!

I’ve had real conversations with you guys about my own struggles with complacency and how I didn’t enjoy certain parts of my life, but I kept pushing(click here to read “The Key To Climbing To The Top And Why You Should Do It Today”).  Since I’ve had my ups and downs, I know that I’ve grown a lot and I am maturing.  I know that I will be successful! 

..and I know that I’m already very close.

I’m getting so much healthier, stronger, and leaner as I continue to go all out in the gym.  I continue to learn more about nutrition.  I’ve learned a lot about blogging, creating content, writing, distributing, and networking.  I’ve also learned some humility from working a job I didn’t like, along with patience.

..and I don’t tell you these things to brag!  I tell you this because the only way I can explain these thoughts of mine is through my experiences.  So I say to you today..

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..go for what you want and pursue your passion!  Work hard!  As Saraswati says “put your heart, mind, and soul into your work”, and all you lifters work hard so you can have maxed out muscles!