If I am not my body,
If I am not my name,
If I am not things I have accumulated,
If I am not the diplomas and degrees I have amassed,
Then;
Who am I?
What is my purpose?
Where am I going?
How do I get there?
To answer these questions your search must begin inside of you. Only there, will you find the answers you seek. And only you can answer them. Self discovery is a fascinating life long journey. Every time we explore inside we meet someone new. But sometimes you need a guide. Premier Blueprints was established as a tool to help those at any point in their journey for self-discovery.
Are you ready? Email premierblueprints@gmail.com.
“Mysterious and intimidating to contemplate, the human brain is the most complex thing there is and the most difficult task it can undertake is to understand itself.” - David Noonan
Monday, June 15, 2009
Friday, June 12, 2009
What you see is what you get when it comes to kids
I am very grateful for our youth, our younger population who have limitless opportunity available to them.
I am not sure how I would like to approach this topic so I guess I will just begin writing. One disadvantage today’s youth has is the negative slant put on them through the media. As usual the media finds it necessary to focus on, report and exaggerate the negative aspect of our youth. This negative slant makes it difficult for our youth to focus on anything good about themselves when they are continually faced with a barrage of what’s wrong with them, which of course will only lead to more of the same. We become or gravitate toward what we spend most of our time thinking about.
This reminds me of an incident back when my kids were just entering their teenage years. They were actually afraid of becoming teenagers. They thought as soon as they hit the teenage years they would become bad people all because of what they heard through the media. No wonder we have problems with some of our youth. This however has not been my experience with our younger population and I have dealt with quite a few teenagers and young adults. I have found them to be a very positive force. The kids who come through my studio are bright intelligent kids with goals, as are the ones who associate with my kids.
Recently I attended a black belt promotional evening. The majority of recipients were between 13 and 25 years of age. Three of the young adults received the promotion to Renshi. To attain the title of Renshi is no small feat. You must be at least 4th degree black belt, have been teaching for a number of years, and consistently contributed to your art above and beyond what is expected of you. Speaking of what is expected, as with anything we get what we expect or are looking for.
If in general you believe kids are bad or dysfunctional then guess what you will find? Expect the best from kids, treat them with the respect they deserve and they will respond with their best. Our kids are awesome and need to be told often in a way that will encourage them and give them hope for their future for they are the next creators of our universe.
If you know of any youth who is in need of help planning their blueprint for the future have them drop me a line, premierblueprints@gmail.com
I am not sure how I would like to approach this topic so I guess I will just begin writing. One disadvantage today’s youth has is the negative slant put on them through the media. As usual the media finds it necessary to focus on, report and exaggerate the negative aspect of our youth. This negative slant makes it difficult for our youth to focus on anything good about themselves when they are continually faced with a barrage of what’s wrong with them, which of course will only lead to more of the same. We become or gravitate toward what we spend most of our time thinking about.
This reminds me of an incident back when my kids were just entering their teenage years. They were actually afraid of becoming teenagers. They thought as soon as they hit the teenage years they would become bad people all because of what they heard through the media. No wonder we have problems with some of our youth. This however has not been my experience with our younger population and I have dealt with quite a few teenagers and young adults. I have found them to be a very positive force. The kids who come through my studio are bright intelligent kids with goals, as are the ones who associate with my kids.
Recently I attended a black belt promotional evening. The majority of recipients were between 13 and 25 years of age. Three of the young adults received the promotion to Renshi. To attain the title of Renshi is no small feat. You must be at least 4th degree black belt, have been teaching for a number of years, and consistently contributed to your art above and beyond what is expected of you. Speaking of what is expected, as with anything we get what we expect or are looking for.
If in general you believe kids are bad or dysfunctional then guess what you will find? Expect the best from kids, treat them with the respect they deserve and they will respond with their best. Our kids are awesome and need to be told often in a way that will encourage them and give them hope for their future for they are the next creators of our universe.
If you know of any youth who is in need of help planning their blueprint for the future have them drop me a line, premierblueprints@gmail.com
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Realizing Potential through Drop Sets
Once a client has developed sufficient strength and muscular endurance through compound foundational training I like to introduce a program which includes a few drop sets.
Most of us when we begin progressive resistance training for the first time and even some, who have been training for a long time, have a preconceived idea of their capabilities that is generally way below what they are capable of. I have witnessed people squatting with 135lbs when they could have squat 315lbs the day they walked in the door. Their true potential is RECONDITE (see what I did there?) by a preconceived idea of their ability that has kept them working far below what they are capable of and limiting their progress. In their mind they are working hard. This is particularly true of leg training, which is grueling when done properly. This is where the drop set becomes a great tool.
A drop set is when you perform an exercise for a required number of repetitions and then drop a predetermined amount of weight off the bar and immediately continue the exercise until positive failure in good form. Drop sets become even more effective when using continuous tension after the drop; but that is for another post.
So often I have seen a trainee, when first introduced to drop sets, load up the bar with the usual weight they would perform 8 reps with and easily push out 15 or more before positive failure in good form at which time a percentage of weight is dropped off the bar and they continue to rep out 15 to 20 more. At the conclusion of the set I always hear; “I had no idea I could do that many reps with that much weight. Obviously I am training far below what I am capable of.” My reward is seeing the smile on their face and the excitement in the brightness of their eyes, knowing their progress is going to triple over the next while. The benefits of this experience do not stop at the gym door, but this too is for another post.
On your next scheduled program update include a few exercises utilizing drop sets and be ready for some amazing results.
If you are not well versed in the use of drop sets it is advisable to seek out a professional trainer who understands the proper use of drop sets and when to use them.
For discussion or any questions you may have drop me an email, premierblueprints@gmail.com.
Most of us when we begin progressive resistance training for the first time and even some, who have been training for a long time, have a preconceived idea of their capabilities that is generally way below what they are capable of. I have witnessed people squatting with 135lbs when they could have squat 315lbs the day they walked in the door. Their true potential is RECONDITE (see what I did there?) by a preconceived idea of their ability that has kept them working far below what they are capable of and limiting their progress. In their mind they are working hard. This is particularly true of leg training, which is grueling when done properly. This is where the drop set becomes a great tool.
A drop set is when you perform an exercise for a required number of repetitions and then drop a predetermined amount of weight off the bar and immediately continue the exercise until positive failure in good form. Drop sets become even more effective when using continuous tension after the drop; but that is for another post.
So often I have seen a trainee, when first introduced to drop sets, load up the bar with the usual weight they would perform 8 reps with and easily push out 15 or more before positive failure in good form at which time a percentage of weight is dropped off the bar and they continue to rep out 15 to 20 more. At the conclusion of the set I always hear; “I had no idea I could do that many reps with that much weight. Obviously I am training far below what I am capable of.” My reward is seeing the smile on their face and the excitement in the brightness of their eyes, knowing their progress is going to triple over the next while. The benefits of this experience do not stop at the gym door, but this too is for another post.
On your next scheduled program update include a few exercises utilizing drop sets and be ready for some amazing results.
If you are not well versed in the use of drop sets it is advisable to seek out a professional trainer who understands the proper use of drop sets and when to use them.
For discussion or any questions you may have drop me an email, premierblueprints@gmail.com.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Ride the Wave
The life force within us is our Power of Intention. It is our guiding light not to be resisted but energy to be steered and cooperated with, DRIVING us to our desires. It is our job to be aware of the circumstances presented to us and not resist them but work within them, CREATING our purpose. Resistance will always bring counter resistance resulting in conflict and an unhealthy environment opening ourselves to all kinds of stress related diseases. We must maintain a constant vigil for the perfect opportunity provided through circumstance which will move us toward our goals yet be yielding to change, trusting that our Power of Intention knows the best way for us.
If you have ever had opportunity to observe the surfer you watched him surveying the sea as the waves constantly rolled in. He searches for the perfect wave that will give him the ride of his life. Once he has made his choice he is fully committed to his wave. He selects the perfect position within the wave and begins his ride. He doesn’t try to control the wave for that would be folly and end in disaster. No the master surfer takes the opportunities the wave presents him and works within those circumstances directing his ride to a thrilling successful end. His successful completion depends on his cooperation with the wave. If he resists or goes against the laws of the wave he will surely meet a counter resistance creating conflict and ultimately crash risking injury.
As the surfer selects and totally commits to his wave focusing all energies upon a successful completion he reads and conforms to the circumstances provided within the wave and by his thoughts and actions he creates his successful journey. So must we select our goal, commit focusing all our energies toward a successful completion maintaining a flexible attitude toward the necessary circumstances presented for our desired end.
For further discussion email me at: premierblueprints@gmail.com
If you have ever had opportunity to observe the surfer you watched him surveying the sea as the waves constantly rolled in. He searches for the perfect wave that will give him the ride of his life. Once he has made his choice he is fully committed to his wave. He selects the perfect position within the wave and begins his ride. He doesn’t try to control the wave for that would be folly and end in disaster. No the master surfer takes the opportunities the wave presents him and works within those circumstances directing his ride to a thrilling successful end. His successful completion depends on his cooperation with the wave. If he resists or goes against the laws of the wave he will surely meet a counter resistance creating conflict and ultimately crash risking injury.
As the surfer selects and totally commits to his wave focusing all energies upon a successful completion he reads and conforms to the circumstances provided within the wave and by his thoughts and actions he creates his successful journey. So must we select our goal, commit focusing all our energies toward a successful completion maintaining a flexible attitude toward the necessary circumstances presented for our desired end.
For further discussion email me at: premierblueprints@gmail.com
Friday, June 5, 2009
Responsibility
It is important that we do all we can each day to move us toward our intentions. This includes accepting and taking care of all we are responsible for that day, not just working at the things we enjoy.
Yes when we shirk responsibility it creates more work for everyone, including ourselves but it goes much deeper than that. It actually IMPEDES our progress toward realizing our desires by creating a negative flow of energy toward us.
Accepting and completing our responsibilities creates an environment of positive energy, knowing we have done a good job advancing life for all who are associated. There is absence of FRICTION when we accept and complete our duties on time. This is of benefit to everyone for friction can only lead to “dis ease” and distress, breaking down relationships, lowering the immune system and creating a negative environment that reduces the quality of life not just for those immediately affected but also those whom we associate with later because of the negative energy we exude.
Just as we cannot plant seeds of thistles or ragweed and expect to harvest beautiful roses we cannot plant seeds of irresponsibility, laziness or disrespect and expect to HARVEST prosperity, health, honesty and trust.
Accepting and completing our responsibilities on time is an integral part of becoming our best. It has a residual carry over into all our endeavors whether it is sports or business, parenting or life in general. It is important not only to our own self development but will play a large part in the degree of success we experience. Why would anyone allow something they have complete control over to limit their potential to succeed?
Don’t take my word for it. Study and TEST these things. Accept and complete all responsibilities with gratitude for one month and see if the quality of life you and those around you experience isn’t superior with less friction.
For additional discussion send me an email, premierblueprints@gmail.com
Yes when we shirk responsibility it creates more work for everyone, including ourselves but it goes much deeper than that. It actually IMPEDES our progress toward realizing our desires by creating a negative flow of energy toward us.
Accepting and completing our responsibilities creates an environment of positive energy, knowing we have done a good job advancing life for all who are associated. There is absence of FRICTION when we accept and complete our duties on time. This is of benefit to everyone for friction can only lead to “dis ease” and distress, breaking down relationships, lowering the immune system and creating a negative environment that reduces the quality of life not just for those immediately affected but also those whom we associate with later because of the negative energy we exude.
Just as we cannot plant seeds of thistles or ragweed and expect to harvest beautiful roses we cannot plant seeds of irresponsibility, laziness or disrespect and expect to HARVEST prosperity, health, honesty and trust.
Accepting and completing our responsibilities on time is an integral part of becoming our best. It has a residual carry over into all our endeavors whether it is sports or business, parenting or life in general. It is important not only to our own self development but will play a large part in the degree of success we experience. Why would anyone allow something they have complete control over to limit their potential to succeed?
Don’t take my word for it. Study and TEST these things. Accept and complete all responsibilities with gratitude for one month and see if the quality of life you and those around you experience isn’t superior with less friction.
For additional discussion send me an email, premierblueprints@gmail.com
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
What’s Holding You Back?
Is there some desire you‘ve always had but were afraid to explore?
Perhaps you thought the timing or environment wasn’t just right. Maybe you believe you don’t have the skills to match your desire and are afraid of failing. Each of us was given many talents and gifts that come to us as desires. We are never given a desire if the potential to develop it is not within us. We must however BELIEVE in ourselves and initialize those first steps toward our worthy ideal in faith before the doors are opened to us. It is amazing the sequence of results and steady flow of help that comes to us once we have made that initial decision.
Commit today to pursue your desires and watch the miracle unfold before you as you act upon all that is presented to you.
“We have enough people who tell it like it is. Now we could use a few who tell it like it could be.” - Robert Orben
“If we did all the things we’re capable of doing, we would literally astonish ourselves.” - Thomas Edison
“Forever trust in who you are and nothing else matters.” - Metallica
Drop me an email for some ideas on how to pursue your dreams. Premierblueprints@gmail.com
Perhaps you thought the timing or environment wasn’t just right. Maybe you believe you don’t have the skills to match your desire and are afraid of failing. Each of us was given many talents and gifts that come to us as desires. We are never given a desire if the potential to develop it is not within us. We must however BELIEVE in ourselves and initialize those first steps toward our worthy ideal in faith before the doors are opened to us. It is amazing the sequence of results and steady flow of help that comes to us once we have made that initial decision.
Commit today to pursue your desires and watch the miracle unfold before you as you act upon all that is presented to you.
“We have enough people who tell it like it is. Now we could use a few who tell it like it could be.” - Robert Orben
“If we did all the things we’re capable of doing, we would literally astonish ourselves.” - Thomas Edison
“Forever trust in who you are and nothing else matters.” - Metallica
Drop me an email for some ideas on how to pursue your dreams. Premierblueprints@gmail.com
Monday, June 1, 2009
Let Go
If we are to realize our intentions in a stress free environment it is necessary to let go, relax, and let God act.
Those who operate in the ego dominated PHYSICAL PLANE are continually striving to get ahead. They work hard, reacting to and operating in their outside environment trying to manipulate and scheme to make things happen. Most are caught in a perpetual state of want. “If I get this I will be happy.” “If I can attain this level I’ll be set.” They are always striving for that elusive state of contentment. But it never comes. Ego can NEVER be satisfied.
When we operate in the SPIRITUAL PLANE there is contentment no matter the situation. There is a realization all we desire is coming to us in its time or, something better. As long as we hold our intention in mind with emotion and gratitude it is certain to manifest to the degree we are prepared to receive it. The right people and situations are presented to us as we respond to the lead of the DEVINE MIND within us. Our world is created from the inside out. If things are seemingly delayed there is a realization that there is more to be learned, more growth to be experienced and all things are revealed in their perfect time. Our job is to recognize and seek guidance from the Intelligence within us and act upon the opportunities as they are presented. There is no stress, no striving for more, no need of want. Happiness, joy and contentment come from within. They are a choice, a state of being no matter the circumstance and environment.
If this sounds too good to be true, it’s not. This world of creation is within all of us and equally accessible to all. But we need to have faith, let go of ego domination. We need to learn to trust the Source of Devine Operation, that part of God our Creator that resides in each of us.
For more thoughts or discussion send me an email, premierblueprints@gmail.com
Those who operate in the ego dominated PHYSICAL PLANE are continually striving to get ahead. They work hard, reacting to and operating in their outside environment trying to manipulate and scheme to make things happen. Most are caught in a perpetual state of want. “If I get this I will be happy.” “If I can attain this level I’ll be set.” They are always striving for that elusive state of contentment. But it never comes. Ego can NEVER be satisfied.
When we operate in the SPIRITUAL PLANE there is contentment no matter the situation. There is a realization all we desire is coming to us in its time or, something better. As long as we hold our intention in mind with emotion and gratitude it is certain to manifest to the degree we are prepared to receive it. The right people and situations are presented to us as we respond to the lead of the DEVINE MIND within us. Our world is created from the inside out. If things are seemingly delayed there is a realization that there is more to be learned, more growth to be experienced and all things are revealed in their perfect time. Our job is to recognize and seek guidance from the Intelligence within us and act upon the opportunities as they are presented. There is no stress, no striving for more, no need of want. Happiness, joy and contentment come from within. They are a choice, a state of being no matter the circumstance and environment.
If this sounds too good to be true, it’s not. This world of creation is within all of us and equally accessible to all. But we need to have faith, let go of ego domination. We need to learn to trust the Source of Devine Operation, that part of God our Creator that resides in each of us.
For more thoughts or discussion send me an email, premierblueprints@gmail.com
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