Bodybuilding Can Make You Successful

[ladyzman]

Research shows that bodybuilding affects you psychologically in ways that can help you to become a success.

Success doesn’t always mean becoming rich and famous. For some of us it could mean having the cake come out of the oven done but still moist. Others would be happy if they could just learn to enjoy the now. Whatever your definition, if you are a bodybuilder, you have already taken the first step down the road of success: feeling and looking good.

DO YOU LOOK LIKE A SUCCESS?

What does a successful person look like? That is of course subject to opinion, but we can probably all agree that a successful person doesn’t look dumpy! If you want to be a success, start looking like one. Even if your goal is just to be happy, how can you be happy if you don’t look and feel good? It takes energy to be happy. Research indicates that individuals who are neurotic, anxious, depressed or of low psychic vigor tend to perform physically at a much lower level than those who are of better mental health. And building your body will automatically result in a better mental state.

IT TAKES STRENGTH TO BE A SUCCESS

To be a success requires two kinds of strength: physical and psychological. Without physical strength, you can’t begin to have the energy to fight your psychological battles.

Successful people have to deal with lots of criticism:

“How did she ever get that job? She must have slept with someone.” “I wonder how many people he stepped on to get to the top.”

You could stop and explain to the jealous ones that you have worked very hard and have earned your success — but save your breath! If these people give you credit, they feel they discredit themselves; to overcome this would require self-exploration on their part, which is something such people won’t risk.

Whatever your dream may be, start with a strong foundation: Build your body and your physical strength. Since your mind is a part of your body, you’ll be building your psyche as well. Your motto will be, “I feel good, I look good, I can do anything!”

THE ROAD TO SUCCESS

Building your body will take courage, stamina, patience, desire, confidence, power — all the qualities you need to become a success. Research indicates that physical ability is indicative of a stable and extroverted personality

Did you ever notice that some people seem to have it all? It’s true, they do! Success attracts success. In a study on muscular strength and mental health, Larry A. Thacker of New Mexico State University (2003), found that physically strong individuals were significantly more satisfied with their bodyparts and processes, less emotionally unstable and anxious, more outgoing, sociable and more confident than their physically weaker counterparts.

It has also been found that the muscularly strong person tends to be viewed by others as possessing more favorable skills and personality traits. He or she receives more positive feedback from others and from the mirror on the wall. So if you want to be a success in life, start building your body, for bodybuilding will point you in the right direction.

[fishbone]

I totally agree with you. To make a very very long story short, Im 63. I've been hitting the weights again after an accident to my hand, in which I shattered the knucke and broke a finger last year. I just got hired!. Yep. At 63 years young. During my first interview, I took my jacket off and flexed my bi-ceps."Your strong" the interviewer said, I answered "Yes, I am " and I sat back down. "You are perfect for this position, Dude" You are hired". I've been hitting the weights 5 days a week one body part per day. I have been consistant for the last 4 months, since I got laid off in December. Without my self confidence and believing in myself- I never would have taken my coat off. My wife of 28 years never compliments me about my working out. Her daughters do."Hey, dude youve been working out- I can tell" This was a few hours ago on today, mother's day. Oh, and a 2 mile run, jog 3 times a week. I'm 5 lbs over at my belly. I mention it to my new boss and he smiles and says "Yea, right". While getting dressed in the morning, I notice my 34 inch jeans. I have deliberately hung them over by my free weight set and bench. I bench 150/4 sets/8 reps. I'm at 25 lbs again/4/8 reps, Right now I'm a 36, down from a 39 from 4 months ago. I look in the mirror every morning, on my way down the stairs. Look your way into shape. Hang a mirror at the bottom of your stairs. Look at your belly every time you make the turn. After 4 months, I'm looking pretty good again. So, keep believing in YOU.
Later,
Fishbone.
Later,
Fishbone.

[ladyzman]

thats really inspiring fishbone, stories like that makes me going. thanks a lot and keep on working, its seems like you are on the right track.

I totally agree with you. To make a very very long story short, Im 63. I've been hitting the weights again after an accident to my hand, in which I shattered the knucke and broke a finger last year. I just got hired!. Yep. At 63 years young. During my first interview, I took my jacket off and flexed my bi-ceps."Your strong" the interviewer said, I answered "Yes, I am " and I sat back down. "You are perfect for this position, Dude" You are hired". I've been hitting the weights 5 days a week one body part per day. I have been consistant for the last 4 months, since I got laid off in December. Without my self confidence and believing in myself- I never would have taken my coat off. My wife of 28 years never compliments me about my working out. Her daughters do."Hey, dude youve been working out- I can tell" This was a few hours ago on today, mother's day. Oh, and a 2 mile run, jog 3 times a week. I'm 5 lbs over at my belly. I mention it to my new boss and he smiles and says "Yea, right". While getting dressed in the morning, I notice my 34 inch jeans. I have deliberately hung them over by my free weight set and bench. I bench 150/4 sets/8 reps. I'm at 25 lbs again/4/8 reps, Right now I'm a 36, down from a 39 from 4 months ago. I look in the mirror every morning, on my way down the stairs. Look your way into shape. Hang a mirror at the bottom of your stairs. Look at your belly every time you make the turn. After 4 months, I'm looking pretty good again. So, keep believing in YOU.
Later,
Fishbone.
Later,
Fishbone.

[1junglo]

I totally agree with you. To make a very very long story short, Im 63. I've been hitting the weights again after an accident to my hand, in which I shattered the knucke and broke a finger last year. I just got hired!. Yep. At 63 years young. During my first interview, I took my jacket off and flexed my bi-ceps."Your strong" the interviewer said, I answered "Yes, I am " and I sat back down. "You are perfect for this position, Dude" You are hired". I've been hitting the weights 5 days a week one body part per day. I have been consistant for the last 4 months, since I got laid off in December. Without my self confidence and believing in myself- I never would have taken my coat off. My wife of 28 years never compliments me about my working out. Her daughters do."Hey, dude youve been working out- I can tell" This was a few hours ago on today, mother's day. Oh, and a 2 mile run, jog 3 times a week. I'm 5 lbs over at my belly. I mention it to my new boss and he smiles and says "Yea, right". While getting dressed in the morning, I notice my 34 inch jeans. I have deliberately hung them over by my free weight set and bench. I bench 150/4 sets/8 reps. I'm at 25 lbs again/4/8 reps, Right now I'm a 36, down from a 39 from 4 months ago. I look in the mirror every morning, on my way down the stairs. Look your way into shape. Hang a mirror at the bottom of your stairs. Look at your belly every time you make the turn. After 4 months, I'm looking pretty good again. So, keep believing in YOU.
Later,
Fishbone.
Later,
Fishbone.

That was my motivation for this morning, sir.

Keep at it Fishbone, you are another success story for the benefits of bodybuilding! I hope to share your exuberance when I reach that age.

[blablabla]

I've always wondered just how much physique played into image and always figured it was a high factor. Congrats on your progress, too!

[jerrywear]

hey congrats, i missed this thread,

and what comes to looking good and this world, i think we all know how it works

[jasonsimmy]

I agree completely with this post. In addition to the obvious psychological benefits, there is something about being fit that just sends a really good message about yourself. You care about your yourself. You value yourself. You are self disciplined. I feel like people can really sense the kind of self control that it takes to maintain a healthy body in the day-to-day grind.

[hd123]

That is awesome

[pacbubba]

The benefits are numerous. Thanks for the post.

[JakeEllison]

There are many benifits! Not only do you feel confident in yourself you also feel better all around. Your body is healther than some slob that eats hot dogs and potato chips every day!