I started training for the army when i was 17. Been doing muay thai ever since as well. After serving 5 years in the marine corps (Netherlands) and several deployments under my belt i had to leave the army on a medical discharge. Extended nerve damage in my left arm, surgery followed and had to rehabilitate for about 1.5 years with the promise i'd never lift weights again.

About 2-3 months ago after being gone from the gym for almost 2 years i picked it up again.

Makes me feel great while working out,keeps me occupied and satisfied after a long work day.