Today I finished up my first in-person PT session with Ethan. Until now, I’ve been following the online programme - which I’ve done since January with some good results - but felt like I needed a proper push to regain momentum, as my progress had started to slow. I walked in feeling good… left feeling like I might be sick. No pain, no gain, right? It really hit me today: if I’m serious about getting the body I want (just a normal Dad bod!), it’s going to take some serious graft. Truth is, I didn’t say much to Ethan during the session - not because I didn’t want to, but because I was totally fu**ed. I’ve got a long way to go to reach my next-stage goals. It’s been an hour since we finished. I’ve eaten, rehydrated, and I’m back working at my desk. Session 1 of 16 in the bag (day 1 of a four-month plan!). I’m genuinely looking forward to seeing the progress and results that follow... I’m taking inspiration from Muhammad Ali, who said: "I hated every minute of training, but I said, 'Don't quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'" @Ethan Harris Thanks for today. Don’t take it personally, but I bloody hated it. I’ll thank you for it down the line though.