Bodybuilding is not just a sport; it's a way of life. If every aspect of your life is not focused on making the sacrifices necessary to build your best physique, you will ultimately fail and never reach your full potential.

When I tell people that I'm vegan, the first question asked is, 'How do you get enough protein?' This immediately tells me that they are uneducated and know little or nothing about nutrition.

Most of us have the tools we need, we're just not sure how to use them.

People tell me I'm a perfectionist. They tell me I'm too extreme and that I work too hard. I tell them, that is all I know how to do. I was taught to give my best effort in everything I do and demand perfection and raise the standard of excellence to a whole new level.

Be willing to give people a second chance. You'd be surprised how well people respond to another opportunity to succeed.

For some people hope is all they have. Encourage them and don't take their hope away, for they will be left with nothing.

When I workout early in the morning, the rest of the day feels so much better.