Seeing it all slip away can be
devastating for some
bodybuilders.
but you need to see the big picture if you are to
learn from the experience and be motivated to
bounce back mentally stronger in the future.
As hard as it is to accept, you
How to learn from the missed experiences:
are more than that one
moment. Please re-read that
statement.
As a bodybuilder, you are the
sum total of everything you
put into your sport.
You are a hard worker... You
are resilient coming back
from injury and overcoming
mistakes... You are an achiever
who has risen to many
challenges and improved your
physique and conditioning
throughout the years.
Feel The Feelings – The disappointment is
undeniable and it is normal to experience those
negative emotions.
Take Responsibility – The first step to move on is
to take responsibility for your performance (e.g.
read my March article on “How Excuses Hurt Your
Mindset in Sports”).
Credit Your Successes – If you are going to admit
to mistakes, you must also credit yourself for your
successes.
In addition, you are more than
just a bodybuilder. You are a
person with talents, skills, and
positive qualities outside of
your sport.
It may be difficult to wade
through the negative
thoughts and emotions after
missing out on an opportunity