I’m reminded of a sermon from my pastor and he mentioned that we are not failures . Even though we have made mistakes we can rise . I’m not a failure ! I’m not my past decisions and I can press forward and do better !

I’m speaking to myself and putting this for accountability. I have an issue with procrastination and it has paralyzed me. I let the busyness of life and other pressures knock me off my goal and dreams. I have wanted for years to open a martial arts and fitness gym and have talked myself out of really trying . I stop that now and will put in the work on my end to make that a reality. I’m inspired by Coach Phil and all he as done and now it’s time for me to make mark in my community. Hopeful to make a connection with some of the coaches here to build a community and support system!

Part 2 of my training with Franck The Solution!

Goal of Session Develop high-output power, elastic efficiency, and force transfer with minimal fatigue. Every rep fast. Every rep earned. --- Warm-Up (8–10 min) Progressive ramp. No rush. Low-level pogos, skips, ankling Hip openers + T-spine rotation Light med-ball throws (submax intent) Purpose: Prime the nervous system, stiffen tendons, unlock range before high-velocity work. --- Station 1 — Elastic Primer A1. Assisted Pogos 3 × 6 contacts Load: BW + light band assist Tempo: elastic / rhythmic Rest: 45–60s RPE: 5–6 Foot stiffness. Achilles prep. CNS wake-up. --- Station 2 — Upper-Body Power B1. Kneeling Chest Throws 3 × 6 Load: 6–10 kg med ball Tempo: X–0–X Rest: 60s RPE: 6–7 Trunk stability into upper-body speed. No leg leakage. --- Station 3 — Heavy Lower-Body Power C1. Trap Bar Deadlift (Banded) 3 × 5 Load: ~60–70% 1RM + light bands Tempo: X–1–X Rest: 90–120s RPE: 7 Force production without grinding. Bar speed stays high. --- Station 4 — Lateral Elastic Power D1. Banded Lateral Jumps 3 × 6 per side Load: light band (assist > resist) Tempo: X–0–X Rest: 60–90s RPE: 6 Frontal-plane reactivity. Decel control. Joint integrity. --- Station 5 — Upper-Body Power Expression E1. Jammer Clean to Press 3 × 5 Load: moderate, fast intent Tempo: X–0–X Rest: 60–90s RPE: 7 Triple extension without lower-body fatigue bleed. --- Station 6 — Elastic Upper Finish F1. Banded Plyometric Push-Ups 3 × 6–8 Load: light band Tempo: X–0–X Rest: 60–90s RPE: 6–7 Speed, stiffness, clean reps. Stop before decay. --- Coaching Notes Power is a skill, not a grind Fresh reps build speed — fatigue kills it Leave the session fast, not flat

Mental health is real, and over time it’s becoming more noticeable, not because people are weaker, but because the weight is heavier. More pressure. More noise. Less rest. Every mind bends under load. Even the strongest. Especially those who carry responsibility. Strength doesn’t mean immunity. It means staying upright while it’s heavy. At some point in life, we all find a chink in the armour. A crack we didn’t expect. That moment doesn’t mean you’ve failed. It means you’ve been tested. It’s okay to talk about it. Silence isolates. Awareness gives control. Acknowledge it, but don’t let it run your life. Thoughts are weather, not the sky. “This is hard” isn’t “this is who I am.” Mental battles don’t mean you’re broken. They mean you’re human. Every warrior faces them. The difference is who carries the weight without surrendering. Talk. Check in. Ask for help when needed. Then breathe, move, train, and keep building. Prayers to anyone fighting silent battles. You’re not alone.