I got started in body building when I deployed back in 2011. Every morning would start at 0430. I would vary my workouts but always add cardio. Now, here in 2013 I lost track in body building and working out. The main reason is stress. I got medically retired (even though I didn't want to), I got divorced and the its difficult looking for a job, going to school, making bills and taking care of my son. I got back into this back in August. I knew from the way I looked and felt that I let myself go. So I'm getting back into it slowly by pushups and running. It's been about a month now and I've lost at least 3 pounds. I run every other day but that's it right now.

Working out makes me feel good. A lot of people always feel better about themselves when they know they look good and feel better when they know they've earned it.