My boyfriend started on a weight loss journey about 2 years ago. He started going to a gym owned by a former bodybuilding competitor, and began training with him. Feeling good and looking good is contagious, so I began my own weightlifting and regular exercise regimen about a year ago.

I love that it challenges you, and gives you goals you can work toward and obtain. I love that it has zero dependence on other people, and exposes your own motivation and will power.