I attempted pretty early in my life to look like the guys in the magazines. I found out quickly it was not easy. I played football in high school so it all started for me the summer before 9th grade. I thought I would be tough stuff until I could not even lift 135 lbs on bench once. Luckily I never gave up.

I have always since then lifted on and off. Recently I have gone through one of the longest periods of non-lifting and really have let myself go. I am now trying to change things and get back in shape.

I love the satisfaction you get when you finish a workout. I love the soreness even more, it really lets me know I did something.

Looking fit and getting compliments is always nice. I want to get to a point where jaws drop which might take a while, but as soon as I get there I bet I will love lifting and staying in shape even more.