Dirty Old Man/Veteran BodyBuilder Schooled by Little Fit Lady
If you’ve been following me for a bit – you know I don’t like to intentionally ‘stir the pot’. I’m just not a fan of drama…
That being said – I do all I can to share my core values and beliefs in all aspects of my life. If someone doesn’t agree – or isn’t on the same frequency as me – I’m ok with that, just go your own way if what I share doesn’t jibe with you…
When it come to the specific topic of fitness – the same rules apply. There are many methods and approaches out there. But this isn’t a judging session – just don’t have the time or need for that.
I simply lead by example.
Whoever wants to join me is free to – Whoever doesn’t is free to seek their way.
Quite often, leading by example means nothing more than doing your own thing and letting your actions carry the message.
On that note I have a great story which is tied to the headline of this post. But before I share that story, I want to give you a few quick ‘behind-the-scenes’ updates on what’s developing here in AtlasVille…
1 – The Atlas Unit: Many people have been asking “When can I buy one??”
Fitness Centers, Conditioning Pros and Personal Trainers can buy one right now (the sale price is part of the pre-release promo). We had to set up a temporary demo site to allow this to happen. All details are here: http://www.FunctionalGymUnit.com
If you are interested in one for your home or office – the good news is I am making a home/residential version of the unit specifically for you. It is less expensive than the Club Model and still does everything the Club Model does.
2 – I’ve met a true fitness pro who shares a very similar philosophy with me – not just in fitness but in other areas of life as well. Because of this rare synergy – there lies the potential for us to create some VERY helpful materials for you in the near future. **Stay tuned… In due time I will introduce you to her.**
3 – Free Home Fitness Videos: I’ve been getting a lot of great feedback and ‘thank yous’ about my Home-Fitness-TV channel. Over the next few weeks and months I’ll be adding more fitness videos to the channel. I’m planning on shooting some VERY cool playground/outdoor workout videos for you… Most likely with the help of my friend mentioned above.
OK – now I share with you a great post from a devout Joey Atlas Student (Deena posted this on my Facebook page) – who leads by her own example.
She learns first – then leads by example. Simple – yet profound…
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“Hey Joey, I had to share this with you……
I’ve been doing the fourth exercize from the mini core workout (what I call the overhead wood chopper!! (“,)) on alternate days at the gym for about three weeks now, and I’ve noticed considerable change in my mid section, and in my core strength and balance (I do the exercize in a slow controlled movement from a standing position).
The funny thing is, we’ve got one of those body-builder types at gym who thinks he knows what’s best for every one. He’s an old guy (65 years) who competes in competitions, and when I first started doing the exercize he came over and asked what I was doing, and why, and then proceeded to scornfully tell me there was no point to it unless I’m into yoga (“,)
Then last week as I’m halfway through my set he comes over and asks me if I can show him how to do it!!!!!!!!
He said he’d been watching me over the past couple of weeks and had noticed how fluid and controlled my movements had become (plus i’d increased the weight from 15kg’s to 35kg’s!), and that he’d also noticed the change in my mid section (I bit back the urge to call him a dirty old man)!
It just goes to show that you can teach an old dog new tricks and I can’t wait to get to gym tomorrow to show him the exercizes from your latest free workouts!”
LOVE YOUR WORK!!!
Best regards,
– Deena
South Africa
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Yes – I enjoyed reading that just as much as you did – Maybe even a bit more 
Are you leading by example?
If so, please tell me how – in the ‘comment’ box below. Or just feel free to post any questions or comments that may be on your mind…
And if you’re not leading by example – then it’s never too late to start. Never too late…
Your trainer forever – your trainer for life,
Joey Atlas
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