I included both pictures just so there's no illusions. Funny, when I took the pic I was feeling much buffer than it looks now. That said I am still quite pleased with progress. Week 3 of hypertrophy training, though I decided to make it half and half; hypertrophy/strength. I don't cling to any delusional cliche's like "I don't work out because I hate my body- I workout because I love my body", but I will say this: It all started with me being very unsatisfied with who I'd become; how weak and toxic I was physically, but when I finally pushed through that, things got harder; I began to feel more sluggish, less flexible and far less motivated. I knew I had to find a deeper sense of purpose. Now, I value my physique. It's become a large part of my motivation. I don't want to lose it- not just the strength either. I've learned there's nothing wrong with a bit of self love. So yes, now I do it partly cuz I love this new me, and I know how easily it can deteriorate, but reasons change. I think at the end of the day, beyond all other Motivators, if you want something bad enough, you put excuses aside, and the want itself becomes the greatest motivator possible. I want to make a living doing what I love, so I need to love doing what I want to make a living at, and I'll move heaven and earth to make the dream a reality. #glorytoGod #treasuretheskinyourein #ROWFitness #beastbuilderascension #findingfulmen #existanceisfreedommovewithconvictionā” (at ROW Fitness) https://www.instagram.com/p/BrrXIw2lwaN/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=11svm93sd0xed