Gym Life
“Lil Man” has always been about that gym life. From an early age, he was drawn to movement, training, and the energy of the gym. After I built a home gym in our garage, he would stop in almost every day—curious, excited, and eager to try everything. I made it a point to show him how each piece of equipment worked, always keeping safety first while letting him learn by doing. What started as simple curiosity quickly became something more meaningful. It became our time—father and son—learning, growing, and bonding through fitness. Starting a Fitness Journey as a Parent I’ve been active most of my life, but like many people, I had periods where I lost focus and gained weight. When Andre was born, I made a decision: I was going to change my lifestyle—not just for me, but for him. I had already given up fast food years earlier, but I took things further. I quit smoking , improved my nutrition , and built a home gym to get into the best shape possible. I wanted to be there for my son ...
