Mediocre targets produce mediocre effort. High standards demand structure in training, diet and lifestyle.

Cortisol said ‘we not bulking right now.

Stress turns gains off, maintenance on.

Your body choosing survival over PRs.

Hard to grow when you feel hunted 24/7.

Recovery gets nerfed under stress.

Body conserving energy, not spending it.

Fight-or-flight kills hypertrophy vibes.

Hormones outta whack, progress stalls.

Recovery days matter more when stressed.

Stress management is a growth strategy.