Why Do Bodybuilders Willingly Choose to Suffer?: Episode 30

<p>Okay, maybe suffering is too strong of a word, or for some, not strong enough. That ambiguity is exactly why we decided to talk about this interesting topic essentially exploring &quot;why people do hard things&quot;, from the lens of bodybuilding. </p><p>When you take an honest look at bodybuilding, its brutal; however, once you peel back the layers and examine just how much you can gain from such a transformative experience, you may understand why it is an endeavor people choose and often, fully embrace as a lifestyle. </p><p>Of course, bodybuilding is more on the extreme end of the resistance training spectrum; but, even those along any level who embrace the iron lifestyle can resonate with these notions so please do not feel that this is only for bodybuilders to listen to! </p><p>We can all gain insight into mindset, delayed gratification, loving the journey and much more from this so we look forward to hearing what you think! 😊</p><p><br></p><p>Here are some of the topics we cover:</p><ul><li>Discussing the <em>nature of suffering</em> in bodybuilding</li><p><br></p></ul><ul><li>Colby’s reflection on his recent trip which posed a challenge to the bodybuilding journey; thus, invoking this notion of whether or not to continue an inherently difficult endeavor</li></ul><ul><p><br></p></ul><ul><li>The choice to embrace hardship; why anyone would ever consider such a thing</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>The journey of self discovery; not exclusive to bodybuilding but, perhaps nothing else quite like it</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>Discussing the pivotal role that anime plays in <em>teaching valuable lessons</em> similar to bodybuilding and how we use this as an advantageous tool</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>Intentionality in bodybuilding; delayed gratification at the highest degree</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>Authentic bodybuilding; not just a tag line, but a VALUE we hold dear to us and how discussing topics like this are more important than ever</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><p> </p></ul><p>Why do you actively choose to do hard things and why is that important to you? Let us know in the comments below!</p><p><br></p><p>If you want to expedite your training and nutrition goals while maximizing your knowledge and enjoyment of the process, reach out to either one of us to explore coaching options!</p><p><br></p><p>Discord server link: https://discord.gg/c5HMDj4tX3</p><p>Jake Remmert, PhD(c): </p><p>[social media]https://www.instagram.com/jake.remmert_coach/</p><p>⁠[coaching] jakeremmert.com </p><p>Colby Sousa, PhD: </p><p>[social media]⁠ ⁠ ⁠instagram.com/colby.sousa⁠⁠ </p><p>[coaching]⁠ Message IG/email or fill out this form: https://forms.gle/iBvnnE7NMUpV2f7E9</p>