Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Setback, step forward

Last week I was visiting the family in Michigan, and had fully intended to work out every day. I didn't have a gym to go to, but I had equipment to use. Well, I worked out once in that week. And I ate too much. And I gained four pounds.

I got back with the trainer on Saturday, but our session was somewhat tame because of me having been essentially dormant for a week. And I had also strained my knee bowling, so we had to be careful there.

But last night - WOW - we stepped it up a BIG notch. We worked harder and faster and with heavier weights that I had ever used before. I was ready, having eaten well (lots of lean protein) and warmed up for a long time. It was amazing! And my trainer was thrilled. We both knew this day would come.

Don't ever quit. When you have a setback, it just might be a prelude to a huge advance.

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