I did some light deadlifts and curls today for a workout. I did a dirty bulk and a lot of ego lifting for about 3 months lol. Now Im slimming down and toning. Lift light eat light for at least 4 to 6 weeks. It doesn’t take me long to slim down.
A lot of reasons for becoming a musician for a living. My background truly did limit my job options. Which was ridiculous because I had never been in serious trouble before. I made a mistake when I was 18 and a stupid situation cost me my future. I always loved music any genre but hiphop spoke to me. It hit home with certain situations artist rapped about I related to their pain. I wasn’t going through every thing the same way but I had the same hopeless feeling. I dealt with bullying not like getting shoved into the locker stuff but I had to fight back multiple times really against one particular family. I was quiet and stayed to myself mostly. How I ended up with the friends I had is crazy because I barely spoke. Girls liked me and most people were cool with me. I just felt lonely for some reason. I guess it was my mom being hospitalized all the time, my brother in trouble, or my dad being pretty much absent in my life. I don’t blame my father for anything today I understand him a lot more now that Im older and he is a good person with bad problems. I won poetry competitions when I was a child and I think that has always been my interest. So it makes sense hiphop interested me. I started writing music when I was 14 and rapped stuff to my friends and they made sure I got it recorded. I didn’t talk much so it was interesting to hear me on the mic I guess lol. So I grew up a little too quick and I made a mistake when I was 18 and found myself in jail and jobless. When everything was over I went into the job field looking for work. I got turned away from so many jobs the first year its crazy the same letter every time. You have red flags on your background blah blah blah. I have 94 rejection letters in my cabinet at home. Just to remind me. Im going to show them to my children when they’re older just to show them the reality they will face if they act stupid. I finally started getting work with construction companies who do hire a lot of people with backgrounds. They kinda treat their employees like crap but thats a different topic. I was still writing and recording music on and off while working and getting laid off over and over. I kept studying the industry the dos and the don’ts. Label or no label I decided my label and Im going to save money to build it. Then one day it happened the day I found out I was having my first child I got laid off. The company didn’t even have the decency to call me. One of my coworkers called and said you know what time it is. Yea I knew what time it was I went to the store bought my I mac and went to work. Im not a top selling artist or anything like that but I do manage to pay bills and make a living with music. Im blessed! Yall have a blessed day!
Lately some of my followers and friends have been asking me about my workout routine.
So here here it is!
Monday: Bench Press 5 to 6 sets or Pushups (If you don’t have a bench)
Lat Raises 3 to 4 sets
Hammer Curls 3 to 4 Sets
Standard Bicep Curls 3 to 4 Sets
Crunches
Tuesday Leg Day! Squats weighted or body 5 to 6 sets
Lunges, Calve raise, and Leg extensions 5 to 6 sets!
Wednesday Rest day I would go for a walk or Jog
Thursday My Favorite! Military Press 5 to 6 Sets
Lat Raises 3 to 4 sets
Pushups 3 to 4 sets
Shrugs and Crunches! 3 to 4 Sets
Friday I repeat Leg day! or Deadlift very heavy for 5 to 6 sets.
Sat and Sunday I Rest or go for a run
Feel free to try it!
Goals are important! I never was a fan of excuses. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had conversations with people discussing the latest show thats on Netflix or Hulu. They always tell me how good it is and how many episodes they’ve watched in a row. Then immediately after were discussing ideas and plans to get back in shape or lose weight. What comes next always makes me laugh inside. “Time I just don’t have it” The most frustrating phrase for someone like me to hear.
I’m not saying that I haven’t fallen in to the trap of television, overeating, smoking or whatever unhealthy habit you can think of. Im not judging anyone but if you’re going to change your life for the better. You will need time! Making time for your goals is a challenge between work, family, and daily chores that just have to be done. It wont be easy but every goal will require sacrifice. Thats just the way it is. Want bigger arms? Lift bigger weights. Want to be a small business owner? You will fail over and over but its worth it. It will also require time!
I always get frustrated when I’m pulled away from a project or my workout routine. One of the hardest things in life to do is learn to say no. You will have to learn that word more and more when you start off on any adventure wether it be getting into shape, starting a business, etc. I came to terms with this years ago. Set Goals make time and Grind! Have a blessed day.
I cannot believe my little girl is already six years old. When I was younger everyone told me time fly’s when you’re older and it certainly does. These times are filled with so much drama and negative headlines. It’s nice to have my own space full of peace and love. My daughter is responsible for a lot of that. She is so sweet, intelligent and gifted in many things. I’m so honored to be her father. I’m so blessed to have this family. Happy birthday Lilli!
I made a song right after she was born dedicated to her and her mother. They were a huge part in getting me back on track. I will love these two ladies for the rest of my life.
Never underestimate the stay at home father. I know it isn’t traditional and even the most modern people some times make assumptions that just aren’t true. I take this personally myself because I have been a stay at home parent for last six years! It isn’t always easy but this has been an awesome experience. How did I get here? Well that is a long and personal story.
When I first got married the plan was my wife stays home and earns her degree while I work. That was the plan however I worked construction and one thing I’ve learned while working construction is you will eventually get laid off. It also doesn’t help someone with a criminal background. I made a very stupid mistake when I was 18 and it cost me a lot more than I realized at the time.
I was automatically turned away from positions because of it and I lost multiple positions because of it. I always say to myself when my kids are older they will know the cost of having a bad attitude or negative outlook could end their future. I will also show them the 98 job applications that I was red flagged on and turned down immediately. I have more to offer this world though and thankfully my ambition kept me going.
I’m so blessed to have my wife. The most supportive woman I have ever met. I’m not just a babysitter or caretaker. I help my father who isn’t in good health with his side jobs and the land upkeep. I also have my own business that does generate an income. So thats one of the huge reasons it doesn’t bother me. I’m also a person who some would describe as a fitness nut. I lift weights regularly and I watch what I eat.
In conclusion stay at home dads are cool and I have no problem with being one. I’m proud of the man I became and I believe my family and friends are too. They know where I was headed and how far I’ve come. Have a blessed day.
These days with the news and social media. It seems like everything is negative and hopeless. I feel so blessed to have my wife and kids. They keep me strong and motivated to continue moving towards my goals. I also have great friends that are just as ambitious as myself. This is important to any artist or business owner. Having positive like minded individuals around you is like a cheat code for real.
Everyone these days is into something and presenting themselves as a business or an artist etc. However a lot of them lack the motivation or desire to keep grinding. I myself have struggled but I will never quit! We have to understand that no one became over night celebrities. It may seem that way but look up their stories you will realize how much work and time it took to get there.
My goals are simple get and stay in shape. Become a successful artist and business owner. Notice I didn’t say famous! I think a lot of times people get hung up on that. I understand but fame isn’t the ultimate goal. My family being set for life and having the tools to advance are the goals. Make sure you are surrounding yourself with people who motivate, educate, and provide some sort of value to you as an individual.
Have a blessed day!
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