Without any ado:
1. Consistency is key. Everything works as long as you stick with it.
2. Progressive overload is a must. Improve something -- weight, reps, or control -- every session.
3. Less is more. Training 3 days a week with high intensity can yield superior results when compared to 6 days of overtraining.
4. Recovery is essential. The only volume you grow from is the volume you can actually recover from.
5. Train the mind as much as the muscle. Ensure that the goal is the maximal contraction and lengthening of the muscle.
6. Intensity beats perfection. One hard set with decent execution outperforms a "perfect" set lacking intensity.
7. Stop obsessing over the finish line. Tying your happiness solely to a number on a scale makes the journey emotionally exhausting. Begin to prioritize non-scale victories and embrace the nonlinear nature of weight loss.
There you have it, my friend. Unblock your God-given potential. Maximize what you have been blessed with for his honor and glory!
