Perfectionism is defined as the “refusal to accept any standard short of perfection.” It is a personality disposition that may pervade all areas of one’s life, including those where performance plays a major role. Thus, it is no surprise that perfectionism is a common characteristic of competitive athletes. While this intention of wanting to do […]
Setting Intentions – “Living Your Why”
“The biggest mistake people make is that they go to the gym and just go through the motions; they don’t have their mind inside the muscle. There were guys next to me who trained just as long as I did, but they looked like shit because they didn’t concentrate. They did the same exercises that […]
What Is Positive Body Image and How Do You Cultivate It?
As someone who wants to make their body more muscular, the idea of body acceptance, and having a positive body image can be confusing, and maybe even seem unattainable. In this article I’ll clarify exactly what a positive body image is, and why it’s not necessarily incompatible with bodybuilding goals. “Body image is the perception […]
