The journey to lose weight can be long, challenging and lonely. Those who have a great support system are very fortunate. However, for oh so many individuals trying to get get in shape, the other people in their lives are part of the problem. They create temptations, excuses and feed negative thoughts and actions. Not [...]
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Many are hesitant to work with a personal trainer because they feel like “they are not in good enough shape” for that yet. Indeed, I’ve heard this comment from clients, friends and even family members. I can see where the misconception comes from. Trainers are known to push their clients and people see those clients [...]
There is so much to think about in trying to stay fit. Diets, workouts, resolutions, mantras, competitions, nutrition, personal goals, and the list can go on and on. When done properly, fitness is not just something you do a few times a week, it’s a process and a lifestyle. Said differently, it’s a commitment that [...]
One of the most common reasons for people not wanting to work out at the gym is lack of motivation. I think this problem is most common with those who are new to the gym floor. Newbies join the gym ready to go and after a few weeks the newness wears off and reality sets [...]
This post was inspired by all of you fabulous go-getters who have been inspiring me with your desire to change your lives and get in shape but are just too intimidated by the free weight section to give it a try. There are many reasons I hear for people not wanting to go into the [...]
Family, friends, significant others. In no particular order, these are the people that mean the most to us. We laugh, cry and spend our free time with them. These are the people with who we share our lives and are so grateful to have them around. Guess what? These ARE also the people who could [...]
One thing that always catches my attention in the gym is when I hear people say “I can’t.” I got news for you – 90% of the time the person who just said it is a liar. That’s right, I said it – THE PERSON IS A LIAR!!! But, here’s the thing - they don’t [...]
