I’m Israel Medina a husband, father of two, U.S. Army veteran, personal trainer, and competitive bodybuilder. But I wasn’t always this version of me.

For most of my life, I was overweight. I battled insecurity, self-doubt, and unhealthy habits that held me back from the man I knew I could become. Fitness didn’t just change my appearance it saved me. It gave me strength, focus, confidence, and most of all, control over my life. It taught me that the biggest transformations start from the inside, and that anyone can rewrite their story with enough grit and heart.

Now, I’ve made it my mission to help others do the same. I’ve helped countless people take back control of their lives through fitness not just building stronger bodies, but building stronger minds, healthier routines, and a deeper belief in themselves.

As a veteran, trainer, and father, I’ve learned that time is your greatest asset. You either waste it or use it to build something great. In this book, I’m sharing the exact principles that helped me go from surviving to thriving tools for anyone ready to stop making excuses and start acting.

This is more than a story it’s a blueprint. My hope is that you’ll find the motivation, structure, and clarity you need to become the strongest version of yourself.

Let’s get to work!