I was nervous to start with weights too..after 15 years now, I have been working with free weights and doing strength training.. it's just part of the daily routine. As we grow older and lose muscle it's probably one of the most important things we can do for ourselves. Not only good for the body but also the mind.
Consistency in life is one of the fundamental keys that embraces every aspect we touch each day and that includes training. Working out isn’t an obligation, but a life choice, a choice of well-being, and a lasting source of joy.
Hi, as I was telling you in the chat, I’ve started a program to become a certified personal trainer with SBB, here in Italy. It’s an online course with some practical in-person lessons held in various gyms.
That’s exactly right, I’m an athlete and a personal trainer. I love movement, I love sports, and weightlifting was something I used to think wasn’t for me, before I entered military academy. From there, I got stronger and stronger thanks to the kind of training we did, and now this sport isn’t just my passion ,I’m turning it into my career. In the meantime, I’m also preparing for a bodybuilding competition.
If you’re curious to know more about my journey, send me a message — I’d love to have a chat with you!
That' awesome! You have certainly accomplished a lot! I am actually studying to become a personal trainer right now. I would love to pick your brain on your experience with that.
Desire for change — I didn’t stop at my profession!
I started out in the military after high school, during which I practiced many sports that have always thrilled me. As an officer, I continued to train a lot, physical fitness is truly important in my job, and that’s how I developed a real passion for it.
I’ve now been going to the gym for three years, and I’d call it a “hybrid gym” because it’s not just about working out indoors. It’s about going outside and continuing, outdoor stretching, walks and runs, mountain climbing, open-water swimming, and everything my body can be pushed to handle.
Ask me whatever interests you most, and we can share our experiences!
I can relate to this so much except for me it’s running that I was terrified to try. I’ve always been into weightlifting and convinced myself my body was a body meant for throwing weight around, not for running or anything cardio based. A few months ago I got sick of my own 💩 and decided to just give running a try. Am I good at it? No, not really. But am I improving with each run and having fun? Absolutely! It’s definitely made me question what else I’m holding myself back on.
Hi Kim, your comment really touched me. Well done — pushing yourself to dive into things that worry you or where you tend to underestimate yourself is a sign of courage and determination.
Embracing everyday challenges is truly rewarding.
How’s your running going? Are you starting to enjoy it?
Embracing everyday challenges IS truly rewarding! I am starting to enjoy running very much! I suck at it but it’s actually been teaching me to be okay with “being the beginner” which is something I’ve always been really uncomfortable with. I tend to want to be good at everything right away and get annoyed if I’m not so this whole process is humbling me a lot, in a good way! And I actually look forward to my runs each week!
This is a thought that goes far beyond this sport itself. It’s beautiful — I’m a bit like you; I want everything right away. But the gym, running, or any new thing we take on (everyone finds their own) are really meant to calm us down, to teach us that consistency and patience are what it takes. I think it’s all on that level.
Ah yes consistency & patience are two things I struggle the most with (I have ADHD!) and so it’s been really great teaching myself to be more consistent & patient. I’m learning a lot about myself! My husband runs with me which I love. He was an athlete through college so he’s much better at it than I am but he keeps my pace & encourages me which I love because I think I might have given up already without that support. How about you?!
I think one of the most wonderful things in life is sharing, and the fact that you do it with him is truly amazing!
I’m an athlete in natural bodybuilding, but at the same time, I love trying all kinds of activities — swimming, running, skydiving, trekking, climbing, horseback riding… I love it all, truly!
I would really love to find a way to share this passion with as many people as possible.
Do you think I could do that here on Substack? Since you’ve been on the platform for a while and already have subscribers, I’d love to hear your thoughts!
Weightlifting shows us so much about life. It shows you that if you’re consistent, you’re bound to improve. It shows you that you quickly become capable of much more than you than you think is possible. And it shows you the power of accepting challenge instead of shying away from it.
I taught strength training for 30 years. I’ve developed concepts that make it safe and effective for everyone. I write about it in my Substack and have published a book about it.
I was nervous to start with weights too..after 15 years now, I have been working with free weights and doing strength training.. it's just part of the daily routine. As we grow older and lose muscle it's probably one of the most important things we can do for ourselves. Not only good for the body but also the mind.
Consistency in life is one of the fundamental keys that embraces every aspect we touch each day and that includes training. Working out isn’t an obligation, but a life choice, a choice of well-being, and a lasting source of joy.
Hi, as I was telling you in the chat, I’ve started a program to become a certified personal trainer with SBB, here in Italy. It’s an online course with some practical in-person lessons held in various gyms.
That's awesome. That will be some great experience.
That’s exactly right, I’m an athlete and a personal trainer. I love movement, I love sports, and weightlifting was something I used to think wasn’t for me, before I entered military academy. From there, I got stronger and stronger thanks to the kind of training we did, and now this sport isn’t just my passion ,I’m turning it into my career. In the meantime, I’m also preparing for a bodybuilding competition.
If you’re curious to know more about my journey, send me a message — I’d love to have a chat with you!
That' awesome! You have certainly accomplished a lot! I am actually studying to become a personal trainer right now. I would love to pick your brain on your experience with that.
Desire for change — I didn’t stop at my profession!
I started out in the military after high school, during which I practiced many sports that have always thrilled me. As an officer, I continued to train a lot, physical fitness is truly important in my job, and that’s how I developed a real passion for it.
I’ve now been going to the gym for three years, and I’d call it a “hybrid gym” because it’s not just about working out indoors. It’s about going outside and continuing, outdoor stretching, walks and runs, mountain climbing, open-water swimming, and everything my body can be pushed to handle.
Ask me whatever interests you most, and we can share our experiences!
I can relate to this so much except for me it’s running that I was terrified to try. I’ve always been into weightlifting and convinced myself my body was a body meant for throwing weight around, not for running or anything cardio based. A few months ago I got sick of my own 💩 and decided to just give running a try. Am I good at it? No, not really. But am I improving with each run and having fun? Absolutely! It’s definitely made me question what else I’m holding myself back on.
That's awesome! We often put limits on ourselves without even trying. Glad you are pushing yourself.
Hi Kim, your comment really touched me. Well done — pushing yourself to dive into things that worry you or where you tend to underestimate yourself is a sign of courage and determination.
Embracing everyday challenges is truly rewarding.
How’s your running going? Are you starting to enjoy it?
Embracing everyday challenges IS truly rewarding! I am starting to enjoy running very much! I suck at it but it’s actually been teaching me to be okay with “being the beginner” which is something I’ve always been really uncomfortable with. I tend to want to be good at everything right away and get annoyed if I’m not so this whole process is humbling me a lot, in a good way! And I actually look forward to my runs each week!
This is a thought that goes far beyond this sport itself. It’s beautiful — I’m a bit like you; I want everything right away. But the gym, running, or any new thing we take on (everyone finds their own) are really meant to calm us down, to teach us that consistency and patience are what it takes. I think it’s all on that level.
Do you usually run alone or with company?
Ah yes consistency & patience are two things I struggle the most with (I have ADHD!) and so it’s been really great teaching myself to be more consistent & patient. I’m learning a lot about myself! My husband runs with me which I love. He was an athlete through college so he’s much better at it than I am but he keeps my pace & encourages me which I love because I think I might have given up already without that support. How about you?!
I think one of the most wonderful things in life is sharing, and the fact that you do it with him is truly amazing!
I’m an athlete in natural bodybuilding, but at the same time, I love trying all kinds of activities — swimming, running, skydiving, trekking, climbing, horseback riding… I love it all, truly!
I would really love to find a way to share this passion with as many people as possible.
Do you think I could do that here on Substack? Since you’ve been on the platform for a while and already have subscribers, I’d love to hear your thoughts!
Agreed. Strength training became important in my self-improvement journey since 13 years ago. I wouldn’t be the same today without it.
We should embrace new, positive things — the ones that add quality to our lives.
Weightlifting shows us so much about life. It shows you that if you’re consistent, you’re bound to improve. It shows you that you quickly become capable of much more than you than you think is possible. And it shows you the power of accepting challenge instead of shying away from it.
Everybody should lift.
Definitely for me too. I thought I was only a ‘yoga person’ but lifting helped me not get injured in yoga, surprisingly.
Quite a learning
I taught strength training for 30 years. I’ve developed concepts that make it safe and effective for everyone. I write about it in my Substack and have published a book about it.