Discipline

It is my intention to provide on occasion articles, quotes, etc. that are in keeping with the Stotan philosophy. I have come across many writers who wouldn't have a clue as to what the word Stotan is or means but what they have written has Stotan features contained within it.


For those new to this blog and unsure of what Stotanism is, you will see in the top left corner of the title page a search tab where you can type in that word or simply Stotan and it will bring up a few of the original articles on this subject. I believe one was called Are You a Stotan? The posts from this month are a continuation of those earlier ones.
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Today I feature something by Dave Draper, one of my favorite writers. Although he writes primarily about weight and strength training, there are universal truths that pertain to all forms of training. One of course is discipline. Consider the following:


"Discipline is one of the most valuable qualities one can possess. Like a tree, you start with a seed; you plant it and grow it.
You develop discipline--it is not a gift, an inheritance or a purchased commodity. And was it a tree, its fruits would be perseverance and patience.
Discipline is not owned by repeating mantras, reading a book, watching a video or following a formula. Discipline is founded on need and desire and developed in deed."


Really good, the last line of the above validates what was posted the other day. If you believe in the worthwhileness of what I will call your athleticism, discipline will come because it will be founded on "need and desire."