

In fact, Raul's 6 Pack Bag enables him to stick to his diet all year round. "The diet depends on [whether it's the] off season or I'm prepping for a show. I calculate my intake very specifically and weigh all my food. I consume 7-8 small meals a day. While working 12-hour shifts, my 6 Pack Bag keeps my meals cold all day long," Raul explained."A busy schedule makes it hard to prepare meals and find time to eat, but wherever I go I take my 6 Pack Bag with me."

When it comes to his biggest inspiration, from the beginning of his journey to this day, Raul is quick to cite his wife and kids. "My wife always believed in me and saw the strength and determination I had before I even knew it was there," Raul elaborated. "My children inspire me to succeed [so that I can] give them the example that they can achieve whatever they put their minds to with hard work and dedication." In three years, he has progressed more quickly than he thought possible by sticking to his diet and training schedule. "I've heard that consistency is key, but seeing it is so rewarding," Raul said. Since 2014, Raul has completed two Ironman shows, landing an impressive second place at both! He also competed at the 2016 Illinois State Bodybuilding show this summer, and from there plans to continue training and growing."Diet is an important factor in bodybuilding for the muscles to grow, so I am forever thankful for my 6 Pack Bag. It's money well invested!"
"These shows are valuable to me because it's a time where my hard work goes noticed and is appreciated."

It's important to Raul to always aim high. A positive attitude is the key to making it past those difficult times, so that you can become the person you have always wanted to be. It took him years of studying what to do – and making mistakes in the process – before he finally got his dieting and training right. We're proud that 6 Pack was able to play a role in his successful fitness transformation, and pleased to know one of our meal management bags – Raul rocks the Innovator 300 – will continue to be at his side every step of the way!"Through all the harsh times, you'll grow into a better you, the best version of you that you can be, and no one can take that away from you."
