Day 140 of 365: Strongman Cert. Download

I'm going to warn all of you....I AM F*CKING JACKED!!!  

The Rob Orlando Strongman Certification that was held at CrossFit Central today was freakin' OUTSTANDING!!! 

There's a good chance that, due to my excitement, this post may jump all over the place, so I ask that y'all hang in there with me on this one.

If y'all read my earlier post on the upcoming SM certification, you could probably tell that I was STOKED to be participating in this event!  It's not very often you get to be in the presence of such an icon in the strength game as Rob Orlando.  That was a major draw for me, but it was only one of the many amazing factors that went into creating such an amazing experience for me.

 

I learned some new stuff for sure....a lot of it I've been utilizing and coaching for some time now, but it was really powerful for me to be reassured that my training style/methods are right in line with Rob O's theory.  

I posted the video above a couple days ago that illustrated the simplicity, yet pure effectiveness of his methodology.  That video was reassuring for sure, but to hear Rob, himself share his position on training modes, methods, and philosophy was priceless.  

I'll put it this way - it's like having one of your favorite coaches or teachers tell you that you're doing things right and that you're doing a great job!  

Hopefully that makes sense, but all you really need to know is that I AM FIRED UP to pump out some seriously badass and powerful SWODs and blog posts/videos for y'all.

Rob's passion for the sport of STRONGMAN is radiant.  

It is truly contagious.  And the coolest thing is that he's doing it for all the right reasons.  He's not about making money, or pumping out his name...In fact, he is probably one of the most humble and down-to-earth guys I've been around.

  No, he does this shit for the same reason I do what I do..... 

HE LOVES EVERYTHING ABOUT IT!!!  

He loves being able to share the gift of strength with people, regardless of their current fitness/strength level.  He does it to add value to the lives of others - a quality he shares with another idol of mine, Zach Even-Esh.  

Not only that, but Rob's staff was top-notch!!!  Their passion, enthusiasm, and overall energy was off the charts.  All of these factors culminated into a unforgettable experience for each and every person there today.  And, I can't forget to mention, the 57 other individuals that played full-out were OUTSTANDING as well.  Rob and his staff said it themselves...Our group was one of the best that they have ever had!  The skill and strength level of the group as a whole was only surpassed by our energy.  

Plain and simple...this is one of those things that YOU MUST DO if you're serious about strength.  You owe it to yourself, and to those that you affect, to sign up and play all-out.

Day 134 of 365: Momentum For Monday

Day 36 of 365: What Do You WANT?

GOOD MORNING!!!

So tell me, How did it go yesterday?

Maybe a little bit more difficult than you thought, huh?

Well, that's perfectly OK.  If it were easy, everybody would do it. And we KNOW that that doesn't happen very often.  It's rare to find someone that is so absolutely comfortable with who they are that they exude a magnetism and energy that you can simply just feel.  But, when you find those people, they impact your life in a greater way than you know.

Now, I know there are a lot of you "Muscle Heads" (I'm one of them)out there that are not diggin' this mushy-be-yourself crap.  I get it.  

This is supposed to be a blog, "Dedicated to bringing you the world of strength one day at a time."  I'm sure that there are people out there that can not make the connection between what I'm writing and the world of STRENGTH. 

Let me just ask this:  

What would you be capable of if you were able to control your emotions, thoughts, actions, reactions, and outcomes?  I'll give you the answer, as I'm sure that some of you "Shut Down" at the mere mention of emotions.  By the way, those of you like that have the most to gain by gaining control of that thought.  Just saying.

I think you are getting the idea here.  So, before I lose you, I want you to watch this video.  I'm nearly positive that you have seen this before, but here's the deal....

YOU ARE NOT THE SAME PERSON YOU WERE YESTERDAY!!!

Watch this with new eyes, new thoughts and yes, new emotions.

Day 35 of 365: Firewalker

YEEEEAAAAAHHHHH!!!!

(This is NOT the Lil' Jon "Yeah".  This is a F*cking PRIMAL "Yeah"!)

Yesterday had many lessons and insights that I am very excited to share with you!!  Unfortunately, I will not get to put the time needed to do it well...for right now.  We had about 4.5 hours of sleep after a very intense day, and now we are rushing around the hotel room trying to get our asses out the door!  So, as I'm sure you'll understand, I gotta make this quit!

Yesterday...

I WALKED ON FIRE!!!!

I'll be honest here...I wasn't really that nervous about it.  Don't get me wrong! When it came to crunch time, I had a bit of a "gut check".  Actually, it was a lot like going for a huge lift in a competition.  I found myself doing the same moves, the same actions as I do when I am getting JACKED to do something big; Bouncing up and down and shaking my arms and hands out.  

Funny...

 

I can't make you walk on fire, so here's my challenge(it will be a challenge!)for you:

I ask that today, you are whoever you want to be. 

This is no bullshit!!!  Be the REAL person you want to be TODAY!

That's it.  

It sounds very simple. 

But trust me, you will find yourself checking yourself.  

Don't let that safe-guard prevent you from being GENUINE!  

Do this, and you will have an amazing day filled with STRENGTH that I can not even explain.

Day 20 of 365: Be Grateful.

YO!!!

Tonight's post is going to be short and sweet because I have come down with some nasty cold thing, and I need to slam some fish oil and get to bed. 

BUT,

before I do, I want to quickly share a thought with you...

Why, if I am sick and feeling like crap, am I still concerned with blogging?

Why, when I can barely whisper, would I show up to coach my class, rather than find a sub?

 

These may seem like silly questions that most people would answer, "Because you're an idiot!"

Maybe so, BUT...

for those that live a life driven by STRENGTH(of all types), you know the answer.

It's the same reason you wake up every day with a mission to accomplish.  

It's the very same reason you bust your ass in the gym.  

It's the exact reason you work to be the best person you can be every day!

The answer???

YOU LOVE WHAT YOU DO AND YOU ARE GRATEFUL!

Let me tell you something...You and I are among a very select group!!!  Not many people in this world get to do what they are truly passionate about.  Not many people get paid for something they would gladly do for free.  And even fewer people are grateful.  Period.

That is why I am here now writing this blog with a snotty nose, watery eyes, sore throat, and body aches.  

I freaking LOVE what I GET to do!!!  

I am simply sharing my passion with you.  

THIS IS MY PURPOSE.