Most of the guys I work with come into my program with some sort of old orthopedic injury.
And many are concerned about making things worse.
And I get it...
There are risks to getting stronger and fitter.
And if you've ever found yourself doing the risk vs benefit calculation in your head when considering a fitness program, you're in good company.
So what makes some people take the risk?
In my experience, the ones who "go for it" have a belief that the reward of being strong and fit is greater than the risk of being cautious and weak.
And let's face it. there are no 100% guarantees in life (except death and taxes of course).
So it must begin with a belief.
let me give you an example:
I recently had a good friend who got some bad news about his knee.
For context, he's 50 years old, lives a very active life, and has been strength training for decades.
Recently, his knee has been bothering him and he's been working diligently to rehab it back "normal" without much luck.
After going to the Doc and getting all the imaging, it was clear that his knee was likely going to need another surgery.
He has not committed to doing the surgery yet, but continues to stay committed to his strength & Conditioning routine.
When I asked him "Why don't you stop?"
He said, "I'd rather be broken and STRONG rather than broken and WEAK"
When I asked him if he regretted all the strength training he's done over the years...
He said, "I never want to be weak."
"Right on!" I exclaimed.
He reinforced something I already knew...He was going to be just fine.
And if you really think about it...there is risk in everything you do in your life.
Life WILL throw unexpected, unwanted, and sometimes tragic events your way.
Would you rather battle through your tough times from a position of strength...or weakness?
Turns out, his message hit home for me.
I am 100% with him.
I love having friends who inspire me to keep pushing ahead.
Be strong!!!
