I recently viewed The Social Network and right off the bat must give credit where credit is due. It's a fantastic film. Jesse Eisenberg was spot on in his portrayal of Mark Zuckerberg. (At first I thought he was just being annoying, but later Googled a video of Zuckerberg speaking and... well... yes) Regardless, you're probably wondering how does a programming genius relate to training? Like so, in The Social Network Zuckerberg is pulled and twisted by a number of different people, his true friends, investors, Sean Parker played by Justin Timberlake, future Olympians and litigator after litigator. Even with the bombardment of ideas Zuckerberg stays true to his original vision for his stolen creation. (Yes, he stole it) How can this help you're training? Well, right about now is when the New Year's Eve crowd of wannabes should be making their exit from the gym. Their motivation has worn off, the excitement of going to the gym has turned into a monotonous chore and the 10 lbs they lost actually nets them +5lbs because of the 15lbs gained over the holidays. This, however, may be the time you're also thinking of making your exit. Things are getting busy at work/school/home/life, if you take a break this week, you'll get back on the horse next week, right? WRONG! When everyone is making their exit, you keep pushing forward leaving those lazy bastards behind. Stick with what you started. Don't lose sight of the goal you set 4 weeks ago and just like Zuckerberg did to all of his "friends", be an asshole to everyone around you until you get what you want! If you started a new training program at the beginning of the year, like I did, now should be about the time you're moving on to the next phase, or taking a "de-load" week. As much as I hate hearing people say "You know man, I'm mixing it up, keeping my body guessing", now is the time to mix it up, keep the body guessing. The way those other idiots are using it is completely wrong. Let me assure you, they are spinning their wheels.
If you didn't start your new year with some lifestyle changes, eating healthier or being more active, now is the perfect time to start the journey to better health. (Actually anytime you decide to start is the perfect time). It doesn't take much and can be as easy as taking a walk in the morning with your dog, your loved one or hot stepping it solo. Whatever you choose, go out and do it. I find that February is a great time to start a training program because the gym is clearing out and it's exactly 16 weeks until June, which is pretty much summer for us in Canada. That's more than enough time for you to elicit some change in your health. In the next couple of weeks, we will be posting some sample programs to help those of you looking for a general program. If you also look through the past blogs you'll see some circuit workouts we've done. You are more than welcome to give them a shot. Matt's are more beginner level and mine are a little more advanced. Start where ever you feel comfortable. Welcome to the world of OutFit!
Quan, OUT
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