Comments on: Overcoming Barriers to Success

By: trev

trev — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 21:38:08 +0000

If someone says they don’t have time to workout, that’s not an excuse. Everyone has the same 24 hours in the day. When someone says they don’t have time, what they’re really saying is that training isn’t a priority for them.

Which is fine, of course. Everyone’s different, and unique lifestyles and people are the spice of life. It should never be a status thing, nor will it ever be an accurate or fair way to pass judgement. But the idea still stands: just own up to what you’re really saying.

By: Abraham

Abraham — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 19:00:07 +0000

Great Post!!!!

I can definently attest to how difficult training can be as a cash strapped university student (also working). Obviously, class and grades have to take priority. It’s still very hard in terms of nutrition when you have a schedule which limits your ability to eat every 3/4 hours.

By: Brent

Brent — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 17:39:18 +0000

I applaud all of you for your drive to train on top of your hectic schedules. We all know that sleep is important. Without enough good quality sleep, not only your training but your health and life will suffer. I wonder how many individuals who visit this site are suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Many complain about being tired despite a good diet, strength training, etc. If you have untreated OSA, every time you think you are going to bed to rest and grow, you are actually undergoing a far greater stress than when you are awake! I see many patients every day who unknowingly suffer from OSA. Has anyone ever told you that you snore, stop breathing, or wake up frequently? You may have OSA and will be missing the most important link in your training!

By: Dan

Dan — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 16:27:31 +0000

Wow that is really great that yall can wake up that early and get a workout in. That shows true dedication to your body and lifestyle.

I usually get my workouts in during lunch at work and ever since I pulled a back muscle, I have been devoted to yoga and stretching.

By: YoYo

YoYo — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 01:12:53 +0000

Wow I can completely related. This was a great read and a nice picker-upper = )

By: Fred

Fred — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 19:06:59 +0000

Great job Brian. I usually do my workouts at 4:15 in the morning (wake up at 3:15) because I have a kid and wife so I know it can be tough to find time. Great job and good luck!

By: Mehdi

Mehdi — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:23:46 +0000

@Brian
Great to read that. Good luck with the 100kg Brian.

By: Brian

Brian — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:13:59 +0000

I am the Brian referred to in the article. Since I posted that comment I came to the conclusion I was going a bit soft! I have never been one for giving in and one of the main reasons I give myself challenges is because I like the battle with myself. As Lance Armstrong put it ‘It’s not about the bike’, likewise it is not about the weights.
I have since been doing a lot of face slapping and shouting (in my own gym at the bottom of my garden) and calling myself by a few choice words. As I write now I am getting psyched up for my first 100kg lift in a couple of hours on the deadlift.