Tony- Why Do You Do What You Do?

The other day, someone asked me, "How do can you do this everyday?  Isn't it stressful dealing with people all the time and trying to get them to workout?"

My response to him was pretty simple.  I just enjoy helping people reach their goals.  I enjoy watching someone really give their best efforts and accomplish things that they'd never thought they could.  It's really a rewarding experience!  Sure, people may not enjoy being in the gym the way that I do, but I know that when they push themselves to, hell, beyond their limits on any given day, and truly make an effort to reach that "next step," that they "feel it."  They begin to understand why it's so addicting.   They begin to realize things about themselves.  They begin to realize that they can overcome.  They can withstand.

That is what I love about this whole thing.  A lot of people don't realize it, but training isn't just about being vane and trying to look better.  You really learn a lot about yourself in the gym, on the track, etc.  It's not just about building muscles and losing fat; it's about building character.  It's about building a relationship with yourself.  It's about building mental and emotional strength, too!

So, back to the original question:  Why do I do what I do?  Because I love the feeling I get when I help people build their minds, self-esteem, relationships with themselves, God, their friends, whomever...

I do this because I feel that this is what I was meant to do.  I believe that it is my responsibility to try to help others- to try to give back.

I realize that I am fortunate in this area and that not everyone can say this about their careers.  My point was not to belittle anyone.  My point was simply this: find something in your life- be it your job, a hobby, whatever- and do it with conviction and passion!  Be passionate about something!

Have faith and trust in yourself!  You may be surprised...

“The person who risks nothing, does nothing, has nothing, is nothing, and becomes nothing. He may avoid suffering and sorrow, but he simply cannot learn and feel and change and grow and love and live.”

As always,

Train Hard.  Get Lean.  Get STRONG!

Tony

New Schedule

Starting Monday, October 26th, we will hold more classes!  More classes means more opportunities to get the results you want.  These classes are only for serious trainees, who are sick and tired of wasting their time in the gym!  If you aren't willing to push yourself then it's probably not a good fit for you.  If, however, you are ready to work hard and have fun (who says that working out can't be fun?), then check out the "AuthenticSTG: Services" link for the new schedule!  We're located down the street from St. Paul High School.  Don't miss out.

While you're here, take a look at this video:


Train Hard.  Get Lean.  Get STRONG!

Tony

New Payment Option

Hey Guys-

We have now added online credit/debit purchases to our list of payment options!  This means that you can now pay with cash, check, or credit/debit card.  Click the AuthenticSTG: Services link to the right to check it out!

Big session today!  Looking forward to seeing you there!

Train Hard.  Get Lean.  Get STRONG!

Tony

What Makes You Happy?

Alright, Kids-

The past few weeks have been significantly more stressful than they've ever been.  With family emergencies, owning a business, and just simply having a life, it can, at times, be a tough balancing act.  One thing that I've noticed is that lately, whether it be in the car, before bed, before a workout, whatever, I've been doing something that I haven't really done much of--- reflecting!

It's funny to think that I haven't done as much reflecting on my life as I probably should have, but sometimes we (obviously myself included) get so caught up in everyday life that we forget or, rather, overlook the little things that make us happy.  With that in mind, here's a quick list of 10 things that make me happy:

1. Road trips with my girlfriend.
2. Having goals and achieving them.
3. Helping others achieve their goals.
4. Philly Cheese-steak Sandwiches (still haven't had a real one, though...they must be awesome!)
5. Hitting PR's in the gym
6. Winter weather
7. Spending time with my family
8. Listening to music (the new Rx Bandits album is great, by the way)
9. Reading and learning
10. Making pizza (it's become sort of a tradition for my family, my girlfriend, and I to make pizza on weekends)

Ok, so I lied...11 things :)
11. Watching Dexter!  Now THIS is perhaps the greatest show in the history of television!

What makes you happy?  Spend a minute or two at the beginning or end of each day and think about it.  It's a pretty refreshing habit and it can help you unwind at the end of a stressful day.

Thanks for following, and, as always,

Train Hard.  Get Lean.  Get STRONG!

Tony

Strong 101 Interview Update

Hey Guys-

The interview is now available on the following:
-AuthenticSTG Blog
-Facebook- Authentic Strength Training
-Viddler- AuthenticSTG

Thanks for following!

Tony

A Little Rant and a New Testimonial

Hey Guys-

Here's the deal: I am sick and tired of hearing trainers and coaches talk about how women should train differently than men!  Sure, adjustments will need to be made, but that's true for everyone.  No two people are going to have the exact same needs at the exact same time.  BUT, that does not mean that women should train with less intensity than men.    Seriously, they're pretty damn tough!  I mean, I'm pretty sure that I couldn't withstand the pain of giving birth- Hell.  No!  Once you get it into their heads that they aren't these pathetically weak, dainty things, they can handle hard training!  They can be pushed!  Most of all, they start to demand it!  No more pink dumbbells and endless hours of treadmill work.  We don't have machines here.  We only have the tools needed to get the job done: weights, sleds, tractor tires, hell, even some homemade equipment.  The point is, when physique and strength enhancement is stripped down to its most basic state, all of the guess-work is eliminated!  Now, you have a plan, the tools to execute the plan, and the drive to put the plan into action!  It's all about how badly you want it and, based on some of the videos, which are now on our Facebook page and YouTube, these women want it and they're willing to work to get it!

Don't just take my word for it.  Watch the videos.  Check out the "AuthenticSTG: Testimonials" page on the right and see for yourself.  Hear it from them!  

Here's another video from last nights lower body session... This is NOT the testimonial video!  Check it out on the link to the right!

What are you doing to reach your goals?  How productive is your training?  

As always,

Train Hard.  Get Lean.  Get STRONG!

Tony

Interview with Mike Rojas, Strong 101 Gym

Hey Guys-

Here it is!  The interview with Mike Rojas of Strong 101 Gym is complete and ready to go!  Let me know what you think! More interviews? Less interviews? Indifferent? Opinions!

click this link for a better view: http://www.viddler.com/explore/AuthenticSTG/videos/1/

Thanks for following, and, as always,

Train Hard. Get Lean. Get STRONG!

Tony
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