I found an amazing article today. It’s about Phoenix theory. Man do I find my self so familiar with this. It’s too long to post here but everyone should read it and many I believe will find themselves feeling similar way. Anyone, either losing fat or gaining muscle must read it!
Excerpt:
From the Ashes…
I’ve been helping people with their physical transformations for over ten years now. The pattern of success is clear. Regardless of their primary physique goal — rapid fat loss or massive muscle gain — those who ultimately succeed always begin the same way: They get pissed off.
That’s the first stage of what I call Phoenix Theory. In mythology, the phoenix (or Bennu bird) ends its life-cycle by bursting into flame. From its own ashes, the fiery bird is reborn.
I’ve always been fascinated by the psychological nature of “physical rebirth.” Why is it that some people can lose fat, build muscle, and get healthy while others struggle their whole lives and never get the body they want? Some never even get motivated enough to try.
It’s not ignorance. People know they need to train hard, and they generally know what foods to eat and which ones to avoid.
I have a lot of ideas about this, and I’ve even developed a diet that rebuilds the foundation of nutrition-related behaviors. But this article isn’t about that; it’s about the pattern of success you find in those people who’ve made radical, permanent improvements in their physiques — the phoenixes of the bodybuilding and fitness world.
What is the impetus of major physical metamorphosis? How does it become a healthy lifestyle instead of just another yo-yo diet and stalled-out training program? How do you spot the catalyst that begins the process, use it, and perhaps even createit?
I’ve discovered that those who make jaw-dropping physical changes usually follow the same basic path. Their achievement leaves a trail, and you can follow it… if you dare. You see, with all great successes comes a dark side.
The Phoenix Theory of body transformation involves four key stages:
1) A traumatic event leading to a sudden realization and awakening
2) Anger and a firm decision to change
3) The physical transformation itself
4) Continued progress fueled by fear of regression
Let’s break it down………..
More can be found at http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=1846703.
YAY!!! I had a workout today. I worked hard. Killed it. Great workout 
I also bought a notebook and I will keep my workout stats there (or also might try similar feature here)… OK, I’m really tired, gonna eat some and go sleep a bit.
(((( I was planing to go work out today before work but I messed up and forgot that my clothes that I use for workouts were left at work (have to use them there until I get work clothes).. silly silly mistake… But I’m def. going to workout on Wednesday, my free day and one more day… I hope it will be tomorrow.
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