Ross Enamait On Alcohol

There is a good chance that you have no clue who Ross Enamait is unless you are familiar with strength and conditioning.  But I like his take on alcohol.

I drank alcohol when I was younger. I made many mistakes as a young man. I am not a fan of alcohol. Many problems in this world are fueled by alcohol. Many crimes are committed under the influence of alcohol. 

Almost everyone who has been a "drinker" has made MANY mistakes and done things they most certainly regret. 

Now that I am older and wiser, I speak to youngsters about staying away from drugs and alcohol. I see teens ALL THE TIME who have had their lives almost completely ruined by drinking (ex. one youngster crashed his car and killed his best friend while under the influence). 

I don't need alcohol to be "social". I am fine without it (much better off). 

I am not suggesting that a few drinks equates to a major problem, but many times a few drinks turns into a few too many. It seems like a daily occurence that a drunk driver hits someone on the road. I see these stories on the news almost every day. 

I really have no reason to drink. I am very happy and confident without the booze. I've definitely been around, and I can say without question that I am much better off without ANY alcohol. 

Just my opinion... but I much prefer an exercise-induced natural high. 
Ross

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  I don't think alcohol really has a place if we want to stay in outstanding shape.   I know there are many people who are able to drink heavily and still maintain athletic performance but I also see alcohol having a huge impact on most people's careers and health.

 Take a look at Jon Jones he is a gifted athlete who's time would be better spent prepping for his next fight instead of dealing with the aftermath of a DUI.  Now I am sure he is just a normal social drinker and will learn from this but sometimes the price we pay to continue drinking is not worth it.

So I will continue to work at completely quitting alcohol.