Fitness quote by Phil Heath

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When I played basketball, I spent hours On the court practicing. When i became a body-builder, I was in the gym all the
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"When I played basketball, I spent hours On the court practicing. When i became a body-builder, I was in the gym all the time. Like most beginners, I didn't really know what I was doing, but the more I did it, the more I loved it. I guess you could say I was a gym rat. Seeing my body change made me come back for more"

- Phil Heath

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In this quote, Phil Heath reviews his journey from playing basketball to becoming a body-builder. He shares that throughout his time as a basketball player, he would invest many hours on the court practicing. However, when he transitioned to body-building, he found himself spending all his time in the fitness center. Despite being a newbie and not completely understanding what he was doing, he developed a love for it as he continued to put in the work. He even describes himself as a "fitness center rat," highlighting his devotion and commitment to his new enthusiasm. The physical changes he saw in his body just fueled his desire to continue and improve, making him want to come back for more. This quote showcases the decision and passion that Phil Heath has for his craft, and how his effort and commitment have actually led him to success on the planet of body-building.

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Phil Heath This quote is written / told by Phil Heath somewhere between December 18, 1979 and today. He was a famous Athlete from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Fitness. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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