When unexpected challenges arise, it can disrupt your diet and exercise routine. However, it's crucial to view these interruptions as temporary distractions rather than permanent setbacks. This past week I had a house full of family members my wife and I were entertaining. Really frustrating when my routine gets broken but right back at it today.

Most of you likely heard of Eugen Sandow, the famous strongman and body builder. He was born in 1867 and trained using progressive weights, starting up the modern body building sport. His statue is presented at the Mr Olympia competition. I’m reading a history book and came upon this passage: “”…he maintained that to create great strength required more than exercise. “A careful study of the laws of hygiene and anatomy” was required. He also advised against overdoing bodybuilding. “The wise man will continue to live so long as his egotism remains dormant.”” Keith strongly advises to leave your ego at the door just as Sandow did over 100 years ago!

I was in good shape 2 years ago, went into a depression and turned to alcohol. As we know that doesn't help depression in anyway. I packed on 60 pounds and February 26th rolled around and I threw my hands in the air and told myself enough is enough. I started training going to the gym 4-5 times a week and hoping for change. I go through some discouragement because I am not seeing any change on the scale and only slightly in my physique. But I remind myself it takes time. Sorry about this long post.

Thoughts on use of the sauna. Just recently started at 60 including sauna and it has been a game changer.

I was working out 3 days a week every other day. I have recently notice that I need 2 days off after every workout instead of one. My muscles look better and I feel better too. I’m 61 and I go 40 reps per set with light weight. It’s been working well for the past years but the rest time is helping me more now.