Morning Jim,
I don’t usually write to my idols but I belive you have had such an impact on my life you deserve a few minutes of arse kissing from me.
I’ve followed your advice since I started lifting at 16 (now 22) and so far you have gotten a naturally skinny kid with no athletic potential from 155lbs to 200lbs with a 250lb bench, 440lb deadlift and 375lb Squat. You even inspired me to compete in my first meet last year which was a great experience.
Admittedly my head occasionally gets fucked up with all the bullshit out there and I get tempted by the latest and greatest (which coincidently is when my set backs happen) but I always return to 531 and I always feel at my best both mentally and physically.
I’ve read all your books, articles and watched your videos so I won’t add to your list of mundane questions you get asked everyday, I just wanted to show my appreciation for what you do and make sure it keeps coming, I’m looking forward to you new book.
I have just finished your beach body challenge and will be starting your 531 for high school athletes + viking day soon and am looking forward to getting out the gym and trying some new stuff.
Keep inspiring!
Cheers,
Wes