Before, I was never serious about working out. I just went to the gym to maintain my strength, but more because I had to. Then I met someone special who was very big into working out. I admired their passion, and very soon was drawn into the gym more. I worked out with him at first, then moved to my own routine. I soon began to like what I saw and, even better, like how I felt. Now I go to the gym because I want to improve myself and feel good about the body I have.

Working out not only feels good physically, but it is rewarding to know that 'hey, I'm adding more weight today. That's 10 more lbs than last time. I'm moving up.' Watching your own progress is very rewarding, knowing that you were the one who put the work into it, not anyone else. I have my new goal now, so here's to working out harder and getting the image I want!