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 Gerri
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| What Does this Sport Give to You? |
| 01.19.2010 04:04:48 | |
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As a competitor of many years (the last 7 years being at national level), I never fail to hear endless rants and raves about how someone got "ripped off" in the judging, or how it's their trainers fault they didn't come in the way they should, or one excuse or complaint after another. I'm constantly amazed at the amount of complaining that goes on, and the personal lack of accountability for how someone looks or whatever. Granted, if you hire a trainer...they should be giving you their best, but we as athletes have a responsibility in this too - to do our very best with the tools we are given or purchase. That being said, rather than complain about what didn't happen or what I didn't like, I'd rather focus on what this sport has given to me. Because of this sport I have met a lot of really great people...from all over the world. Starting right here in the northwest I've gotten to know many of you in the bodybuilding circuit, and made some good friends over the years. At nationals, I get to see my buddies whom I've made friends with when I stepped up to national level in 2002, and even though we may see each other only a couple times a year, we have a blast at the shows...sharing our food, helping each other out backstage, and just sharing some camraderie. It's something I really look forward to! Because of this sport, I'm a stronger person, physically, emotionally, and mentally. I like being a strong female...in all aspects. It has given me more confidence in myself and my abilities to do all kinds of things. It gives me balance in my life, not only making me healthier physically, but it helps to combat the stress of my job as well as everyday "life stresses." As an athlete in many sports, I never achieved the satisfaction in them that I have through my pursuit of bodybuilding. Because of this sport, I've gotten to travel and see more of this great country than I ever thought I would. I've been able to work booth's at the Arnold and Olympia Expos and meet tons of great fans of our sport. Not to mention, pick up a sponsor or two, be a "calendar girl", work with many great photographers, and get free products. What a blast I have had so far! And this sport brought my husband Dan and I together. He is the best part of my life, and what more could I ask for to top off everything else that I've received through becoming an athlete in this sport. It's so easy to focus on the negative and the "have nots." Instead of going that direction, take some time to think about the "haves" and the positive benefits you've gained as an athlete through your journey. Whether you're just starting out, or you're a seasoned veteran of the sport, stop and reflect on what you've gained. I'll bet you find the list of gains all the way around is much greater than what you haven't got. email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it website: www.gerridavis.com
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