Hi there

My first post so forgive me if it's in the wrong spot.

I'm 28 years old now, but when I was 16, 17 and 18 I competed in the ANB (Association of Natural Bodybuilders) and won several contests, including the Mr UK under 18 title. I was dedicated to the max and really did quite well.

However, when I went to Uni and then started work at about 22 I lost the buzz and packed it in. Now I'm 28 and happily married with a good job etc etc.

The last two years I've really wanted to get back into it (especially when I watch world strongest man each New Year!), but I just never quite manage it. It's like I'm scared of making the commitment again because I remember how much it overtook my life when I was younger. That said, I realise I don't have to go to the same extreme, but then I end up thinking "Well, is there any point?".

Ideally I'd love to do strength training. When I was about 21 (a year or so before I gave it up entirely) I was doing 500lbs deadlifts and stuff which I was really impressed with. I really enjoyed that feeling of 'being strong'. Not sure if it's my ego or what, but it felt good to be active and things.

My question...has anyone here gone through the same 'traumer'. Ideally, has anyone been a dedicated trainer, then gave it up due to their lives taking a new direction for a long time and then successfully got back into it later on?

Thanks

Ted