I always worked out to maintain conditioning to play semi-pro baseball. I guess I had a perception of myself that I looked decent, until one day I saw a picture of myself with my stomach coming thru my shirt. I never realized how much weight I had gained since shoulder surgery and a back injury. That was it for me, I lost my mind and said that wouldn't be me. Don't get me wrong I was far from obese, but I was so embarrassed and disappointed in myself.

Its truly something that gives you what you put into it. It doesn't take from you any bit more than you are willing to give it. Surrounding myself with positive, supportive people and encouraging one another is very important for accountability. No one wants to let down the people who want them to succeed the most.