I think that sometimes-spontaneous people, those that fly by the seat of their pants, are better off than those who plan everything. It is my considered opinion that those who can alter or adopt a new one in the face of adversity or changed circumstances are the ones who succeed in anything.

It is crucial to delineate these training and competition as separate but mutually impactful things. I’d wager that the majority of lifters who had a bad meet were doing a whole bunch of competition in training, leading up to the actual competition.

Live in the Sacramento, California, area? Looking for something to do February 9th and 10th? Well, consider yourself a busy man or woman since there's a big meet coming up with plenty of big-name and insta-famous powerlifters and bodybuilders to meet and admire. Can't go wrong with a weekend like that!

People keep asking me how long I intend to train at a high level and compete? My answer: As long as I can continue to improve and get my old ass to the platform, that is where I intend TO BE.

The one and only Steve Goggins, everyone.