Dreams are an important part of what pushes us forward through the final reps of a set, minutes of cardio or going the extra mile on a project in school or in the office. It is important to remember that both me and the rest of the City Gym Boys' achievements started in some local gym with not only the same fitness but also life goals that you have. No matter who you are, these dreams, visualizations and goals help turn the fantastic into tangible aspects of our lives. I began paying attention to my physical health in high school as I was below average in both weight and height. Coming from a single-parent household I did not have a father to introduce me to many lessons a young man will learn as he grows through adolescence. Through my time in the gym a wonderful thing happened; I not only improved my physique but I also became a better person as I established a better work ethic, diligence, and focus. The skills I acquired through shaping my body have allowed me to shape my life in ways I would have otherwise not been able to. It is important for me to give back to my environment as I believe instilling proper lessons on physical health will improve the quality of our youth and allow them to reach higher as they pursue their dreams. It's truly amazing what both hard work and dreams can create!

-Markus