AFTR it!
Started as a jog to get my head clear and try something new, now something that won’t leave my mind… Keep in mind;
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Coming out of high school, I did not have much of an idea what I was going to do fitness wise as I could not play rugby anymore due to a knee injury. When 1st year came I started taking the bodybuilding serious and also all the other activities you do as a first year, or so they call it?
Not focusing on wellbeing but only on appearance. Tried to fit into the norm of our generation. One night a friend told me we should do an Ironman, little did I know, this was my turning point and a whole new beginning. A fresh start…
In this journey I started learning new ways of life and a purpose. I started training hard, leaving the “bodybuilding” life behind, focusing on endurance, cardio and wellbeing. After a year, I was full on, waking up to go crush my workouts.
From running to cycling and even learned that I am good at swimming! I came to the conclusion that I am AFTR it.
With all this came my truest self. Chasing new highs, finding my lows and building my faith.
I am here to inspire others, help and build those who are still standing still. With my main inspiration coming from Isaiah 40:31 - “But those who wait in the Lord shall renew their strength. They shall mount up with wings like an eagle. They shall run and not be weary. They shall walk and not faint.”
If I can do it, you can too!
So go out there, try new things.
If you fall, get back up, if you fail it shows you’re trying. If you start you’ve already done the hard part.
And that is why I’m AFTR it.
All glory to God, my family and friends, without them I won’t be standing here!
- Jaen-Pierre Fourie
Instagram - @jaenpierre7071