I titled this thread accordingly because I wanted to share a glimpse into my specific Thrive 1 experience as a parent of 3 little nuggets running around our home. Currently, I am in the final week of the course and wanted to publicly express my gratitude for Jeff and Coach for the great opportunity.
Initially, when the announcement of the Thrive course came out, I was not sure I could commit to the program as we recently had a newborn baby; any parent understands this is not the ideal time to start a program that involves building functional habits for the better.
Learning of Jeff Serven's credentials and background was also at first a bit intimidating. I had the false assumption in the back of my mind that I would need the training schedule, sleep patterns, and nutritional access of an NFL star to succeed. This turned out not to be the case; I feel anyone can benefit from this program. The real pride started to sink in, and grow, after getting a feel for the course set up and the accomplishments that must be earned though the completion of the steps. The opportunity to learn from the immense information that Jeff is able to teach in the course and in the Thrive Forum is incredibly beneficial. It has helped me as an athlete, father, and professionally as a physical therapist. For me, the skill of building a wide nutritional base for flexibility throughout the week, as well the social component was very important and unexpected. There has not been a feeling of "cutting" or dieting. Quite the opposite, a robust feeling eager to take on the normal day, except for periodic lack of sleep from fatherhood. The nutritional backdrop and scheduling provided makes you want to continually participate in all the real life moments we all enjoy such as the times hanging out with the buddies or going to the family gatherings. The consistent pattern of enjoying excellent nutrition almost seems to bulletproof the moments chillin with the guys that are not always so optimal. So in the spirit of sharing our beginner's GST accomplishments, I figured I'd share a couple shots. ( Its not a form check 
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The 2 photos are 56 days apart (From day 1 to just about 2 months into the program). The 2nd picture is also full belly, after a hearty Thrive style lunch, and well hydrated.
I now weigh about what I did my junior year in high school when I was playing year round sports. Except now, I feel stronger and more mobile from all of Coach's Foundation work + Thrive!
Much thanks,
Ryan
