I’m a very big proponent that you should surround yourself with like minded individuals who push you to do better, not the ones that just cheerlead you even when what you’re doing is wrong, but those who aren’t afraid to tell you the truth when no one else wants to. Those are your real friends. I also believe in protecting your energy. If you are constantly around people who have a problem for every solution, are looking for for a pity party instead of a better way, then even

You think waking up at 4am for work is hard? Try being in debt, out of work, and trying to figure out where the next paycheck is going to come from. You think meal prepping and eating nutrient dense food is hard? Try being 400lbs, spending nights in the hospital, and having health issues from being overweight. You think going through a challenging workout is hard? Try looking back and saying I could have done better but I settled on average. They say I made it look easy, but

I wasn’t suppose to make it this far, and for that reason I take in every moment for what’s It worth. I feel everything 100x’s more than most people. I’m passionate about everything from, weightlifting, to family, to what I’m cooking for dinner. I love madly, I give selflessly, and don’t regret things, if anything I’ve learned and grown from the experiences. Life is a precious gift, and we only get one shot at it, I’m just making sure that when it all comes to an end, I can s