Big anniversary
February 16, 2009 by Ryan Irwin · Leave a Comment
Today (February 17th) marks the anniversary when I decided to get into the iron game and start bodybuilding. It’s been 17 years to be exact. In that time, I’ve added 67 pounds to my frame (started at 95lbs -same height), bench pressed 305 raw, deadlifted 535 raw, won the overall title at a bodybuilding competition, promoted many bodybuilding contests and have helped many individuals achieve their fitness goals.
I’m not listing this out by any means to brag or boast, as many people have done many very more impressive feats with less effort (i.e. a single parent raising his or her kids), but as an under-sized sophmore in high school, I set some goals and have continued to strive for them. There was a poster in my high school weight room with the word “dedication” on it. I looked at that thing every day and keep reminding myself that if I stayed dedicated, I would make progress!
Whatever your goals are (and you should have some set) stay dedicated, take it day by day and you will achieve them!!
Got goals?
December 30, 2008 by Ryan Irwin · 2 Comments
This is the time to start making goals for the upcoming year. Noticed I said goals, verses resolutions. Goals are meant to be attained, something to strive for. Areas that I like to focus on (besides just physical) are family, professional, finanical and spiritual. I would challenge you to set some specific goals (measurable so you can have something to shoot for) and write them down. Put them in a place you will see them to remind you what you’re shooting for.
Some goals that I have for 2009 is to bench press 315lbs, deadlift 600lbs and win my procard in natural bodybuilding. How am I planning on achieving these? First is train like a machine, supplement intelligently, allow proper recovery and regular chiropractic care from True Life Chiropractic. I continue to push the limits and train smartly, including surrounding myself with positive people that will help achieve these goals. Below is an example from a deadlift session last weekend and the Full Potential Training studio at Nutri-Sport.
