I've lifted and set down more dumbbells, and written and rewritten more lines of copy about fitness, than I've had square meals.

Yet, lately, I've come to realize there is one thing I wish I had known when I first started out: not every session will be perfect.

I won't be able to lift heavier, run quicker and feel 10 times better after every session. You may like

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In fact, some sessions will absolutely suck.

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