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Powerlifting isn't about lifting a 1 Rep Max all the time. It isn't always about maximal loads on the bar. It's about so much more than that. It can teach us things we might not be able to learn otherwise, teaching us skills that can translate to real life experiences, helping us to develop as human beings. As well as the countless physical benefits, the mental benefits are in abundance. It's about pushing yourself past what you thought you were capable of, both physically and mentally. It's about mastering the technical aspects and constantly improving to make progress. It's about learning patience, resilience and how far you can really push your body. It's an environment where all of the competitors want to see you do well, they encourage you to succeed. How many sports can you claim such a statement? Powerlifting is like one big family, and that's exactly why I love it. You might not know somebody, but you have something in common, you have something you both understand and have learnt from. If you've ever thought you might like to try, I urge you to, because you will never look back. Peace, and love <3 #BORN #BORN365 #Powerlifting

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This is what a Mental Illness looks like. It looks like the person next door, the person who just served you your coffee, the person you sat next to on the bus. It looks like me. It looks like you. It's not something you can see, but it's something that takes control. It makes small tasks difficult, and big tasks seem almost impossible. It isn't something you can see, but it's something that is there. Just because something can't be seen doesn't mean it doesn't exist. I am going to continue to do what I can to raise awareness of Mental Health, and while I am aware of the difficulty of my dream, I know it can be achieved. It will be a challenge, it will be taxing mentally, but it's something I am passionate about. Peace, and love <3 #BORN #BORN365

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Excuses. We've all made them at one point or another. When you're making excuses, the only person you are lying to is yourself. You're putting a cap on your own potential, and for what? Energy gets wasted thinking of the excuse to get out of a situation that could very well have the potential to help you develop as a person. Go forward confidently, pursue your goals with your head held high, without excuses, without putting restraints on yourself. You create the excuse just as you could have created the solution. Peace, and love <3 #BORN #BORN365

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You're beautiful, strong and capable of manifesting whatever you can imagine. Don't waste your time and energy trying to be something else, instead spend your VALUABLE time and energy developing yourself and becoming the strongest version of YOU that you can. Peace, and love <3 #BORN #BORN365

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140kg Block Pulls for an AMRAP tonight. I got 17, which I'm really happy with. Progress is coming, Deadlift is flying. This was an RPE 😴😴 Yawn. Only 70% of the max I'm gauging my numbers on for my competitions, but happy none the less. See, cardio can be fun. #BORN #BORN365

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I keep repeating the same thing over and over, like a broken record of some kind. BIG THINGS ARE COMING FOR BORN! @bornmentalhealth I'm being patient, working hard and doing what I can and then some. It will pay off. Like I said, I will continue to repeat the same fucking thing until it's believed! BIG. THINGS. ARE. COMING. This is a tiny preview in the grand scheme of things. You aren't ready for the magnitude of the things coming. I'm so excited. Watch this space. Have a great week everybody, stay inspired, stay motivated, and most importantly, stay positive. Peace, and love <3 #BORN #BORN365

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I have some serious #MondayMotivation going on right now. It's funny you know, sometimes my passion overwhelms me so much that I get so hyped up and struggle to get my words out in to a proper sentence. I just have my eyes on an end goal that I can't really explain to people. I know what I want, I know where I want to be, but it's quite tough for me to put in to practice because I'm just a little fish in a fucking massive pond. BUT, the more you feed a little fish, the bigger they get. I will break down barriers, and I WILL make a difference. I want to be a leader one day, and I feel I can get there. I want to lead by example, show others it can be achieved and they have NOTHING to be ashamed of. Much love all, hope you're having a fantastic day. Peace, and love <3 #BORN #BORN365

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#ThrowbackThursday to me as a little boy. Care free, and always smiling. I never knew what life would throw at me, but I always stood up and tackled it head on, most of the time with a smile on my face. Today marks the last day of my Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. It's only been 4 sessions, but the impact has been very positive. I've learnt new techniques to help combat my anxiety until I can deal with the issue in November. Next step in this journey is dealing with my PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and dealing with the issue that has caused me all these problems over the years. First up, is a trauma course, and then after that is 1 to 1 trauma therapy, and CBT again if needed. I'll talk about this more in depth soon though. It's going to be tough, but I've a great support system around me, and I know it'll help me becoming the me I know I am. I'm excited to say the least. I'm becoming me. The me I know I am underneath. The me that's been hiding for all of these years. P.S - How cute was I?! 😎 #BORN #BORN365