I ran into an old training partner recently, he is still really into it and wants to 'turn pro' a topic I hadnt discussed in 7years. was a little weird talking the same old stuff, he was sure to show me his improvements and he had improved but the stomach was getting that palumbo look and when I told him the cost to the health just wasnt worth the coveted ''pro card'' lol, he seemed to respond like how most brainwashed people do.. they just wont listen to reason. maybe there are subliminal messages in magazines, i dont know but if he turns pro i will be sure to tell you all I trained with him.