Resolve to Work Hard

This year, try something new.  Make a resolution to simply work hard.  When presented with the option to take the easy path, don't.  Choose the hard path for a while.  Make a resolution to work hard for 4 weeks straight.  Plan a down week now and then, but in between those down weeks, be RELENTLESS.

It's great to set numeric goals for lifts, I do it, and so do a lot of others.  I'm still setting those kinds of goals for myself.  This January however I will also go the extra rep, do the accessory work, and eat like it's my job.  I encourage you to do the same.

Meal plan.
Hydrate.
Move weight.
Sleep.

Stay on it!

Just Show Up

Showing up to do work is more than half the battle.  It IS the battle.

1. Set your alarm
2. Wake up
3. Get dressed
4. Drink some coffee
5. Show up

As a dad, my motivation to train changes.  Sometimes it's just about setting an example.  Demonstrating a work ethic that you hope rubs off.  Sometimes it's to clear the head because life gets crazy and I'm a better parent after a heavy set.  Sometimes there is no reason and often, it's the best reason of all.  Because the iron is there.