I can't believe Im going to share this story on my birthday...
When I completed the first full cut journey - 240 lbs to 159 lbs, I had never been so proud of myself. I was so happy, and I felt great, and I knew it was 100% natural, just hard work and consistent 1% wins for 7 straight years.
My parents were visiting that weekend I finished the cut. He told me I looked emaciated, and sick, and bad.
I knew I didn't. I had never looked or felt better. But damn... that hurt really badly. My dad is one of those guys where if it isn't music, golf, academics or traditional money-making he's just not proud of you.
I don't think I'll ever get over him saying that to me, and I hope I never lose that motivational tool.
@CoachFHM The worse the "before" photos the better. Could you imagine if we could get just that one point across to people? Then... inspiration follows naturally from hard work via the mirror.