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The Path of The No

               Whether you are a trainer, an athlete, an enthusiastic class member, or a casual gym goer, there are things you are doing in your life to be well, be fit, and live a healthy joy filled life. As a trainer, anyone that walks through the doors at my facility is a blessing to see, and I am proud of each step they take in their fitness journey. Including that first step into the building. The thing I have to remember though, is that each of us is different, with exclusive needs, personal goals, and degrees of fitness that help us to either excel, or cause us to fail. When I spot someone on the bench, I ensure that I am ready for the drop, I am watching their arms, elbows, and shoulders, as well as the contraction of their chest. These points of focus are not only to inform myself and the person on the bench of where they could use work, they are focal points for failure. A wise and seasoned bodybuilder knows his limits and body, when I am spotting they will shake their head