What's on my mind today?

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A few days ago, while considering my measurements and not being happy with my 2 weeks worth of progress on my new workout, I put out an SOS to Carlos DeJesus regarding how I can go about Getting REAL Big.  In his typical fashion, Carlos did not merely supply me with some written information, he spent 90 minutes on the phone with me as we discussed the principles behind getting big. 
I've mentioned it before, but when you have the principles down the rest falls in place.  You don't have to say alot when you understand the principles behind what you are trying to accomplish.  It is so simple that most people fail to get it as a result.

Take a look at how I changed my accountability log and you will see what I am planning to do for workouts.  This week the workouts move to Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.  Next week I will get onto a Monday, Wednesday and Friday schedule.  This will give me alot of time to do my cardio, but I had to change that schedule as well.  I will now do my long sessions on Saturday and Sunday (as usual) but will do my shorter sessions on Tuesday and Thursday.

Mission 2, Day 12: Getting Ripped

Until tomorrow…GET BACK TO LIFTING!

What's on my mind today?
Today started out at 4:45 a.m. as I got up to prepare for the Shredder Council conference call.  The call itself was alot of fun, getting to actually hear

After the call I hit the gym for a 60 minute steady state cardio session.  It was a good session and I sweat profusely today.  I enjoyed watching some television (gym provided) while doing my cardio.

I spent the rest of the day watching some youth hockey games.  It was amusing to watch because for most of these teams it is the first time they are playing together as a team.  It will be neat to see the progress they make over the course of a season.

I managed to do some reading today that I've been putting off.  I have a file folder where I put things I must read.  It was bulging and I managed to get through 3/4 of it today.  I'm very happy about that.

Mission 2, Day 11:  Turning Points

Until tomorrow…GET BACK TO LIFTING!

What's on my mind today?
Ever since I had my metabolic testing done and found out that my body is not that efficient at burning fat, I've been walking for

Thus, I find myself walking along in this journey these days.  There is no hurry.  I want results and results I shall get.  At this point in my journey I know it is about taking my time and achieving my goals.  It isn't about being in a hurry.  You don't have to be in a hurry either.  Take your time and achieve your goals.  You will be happier as a result.  You won't be stressing about how long it is taking you.  Believe me, this is the way to go.

Mission 2, Day 10: How to up the intensity of your workouts

Until tomorrow…GET BACK TO LIFTING!

What's on my mind today?
Today my good friend, Mike:  Aussie Body Builder, had a milestone.  He reached 300 consecutive days of blogging.  This is an awesome achievement and my congratulations go out to him!

Friends like Mike are rare.  While I've never met Mike in person, only knowing him through his blog comments, blog posts and emails that we exchange with each other, Mike has been a tremendous source of support for me throughout my journey.  His unfailing support has given me alot of motivation.  There are honestly times when I'm at the gym and I think about Mike's workouts and I push myself even harder.  He and I have shared personal issues via email and we try to support each other in every way.  It is a great feeling to have a friend like Mike.

Life is a seriously difficult place without friends.  I have only a handful of good friends whom I can confide in.  One of those good friends reads this blog.  He found it through my Facebook profile.  I do not advertise to people that I do this blog.  I'm not really sure why.  This friend of mine has been giving me some very positive comments and has told me this blog is motivational.  It helps me to push harder each and every day.

Mission 2, Day 9: Eating and eating and eating some more!

Until tomorrow…GET BACK TO LIFTING!