I failed to make the BodySpace Spokesmodel semifinals again this year. Nor was I selected for the Muscle and Fitness Cover Model contest. Totaling up 2012, I finished 5th twice, 2nd twice, 4th once, 6th once, and  just last month with a 16th place tie for dead last at the Nationals. To be sure in this game of youth and performance enhancing drugs, I am not and don't use them, therefore I must represent the million to one long shot. Life has prepared me well for this though. I was born an underdog. I may be covered with scars, my face may be etched with character lines, yet I remain undaunted. "I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 3:14) Over and over, time and time again, I've learned that the world cannot deny the one who will not quit forever. The harder I squeeze, the sweeter the sweat.

Daily Grind Thursday December 6, 2012

I've gotten stronger as the workouts this week have been easier than they were last week. Still chasing 100 reps per exercise. Today I bumped the squat weight up 20 pounds. Finished soaked, wet with sweat from the spin bike.

Warm-up

--Standing Drills #2

--Ropa Dope 10 Spot

Superset

--Squat 155 pounds, 10 sets of 10 reps each

--Crossbench Dumbbell Pullover 45 pounds, 10 sets or 10 reps each 

Spin Bike 30 minutes and it never gets old

Total Workout time: 1 hour, 40 minutes

Workout Quality: A1. Feeling good. Really good. I am supremely thankful.