Use your words

Several years ago, one of our coaches set a really extraordinary goal for herself. She wanted to become a bodybuilder. That's a goal that takes a lot of dedication – time, effort, money, and serious commitment. In her case, it also involved child care (yes, she had very young children, and moms know what that means about how your body feels).

But she did it. You can read her story here.

Her first step was to make a public declaration. She said, "I AM AN ATHLETE."

It made all the...