I just returned from IDEA, a convention in California for Health professionals from all over the world. I attended the keynote with Matt Weinstein, a motivational speaker and author. He said the problem with all the self help books is that they’re too hard to remember – the 8 secrets, the 7 Habits etc…So he’s…
By challenging yourself, you challenge others!
“Do something everyday that scares or challenges you!” I love this photo of my friend Tamara as she jumps off a 20 ft cliff into Crater Lake. She inspired me to jump shortly after – a big accomplishment since I’m crazy scared of heights. That’s how inspiration works. Someone sees someone else do something cool…
Staying consistent during the summer holidays.
Dear Clients & Friends, I’ve had so many clients tell me they’re having a really hard time with workout consistency now that the kids are home from school and they are out of their routine. I have written some previous posts to give you some ideas on how to make sure you still get your…
Don’t set the goal as weight-loss. Try this approach instead!
Many people take this approach – ‘As soon as I get fit and lose weight, then I’ll start doing the things I’ve always wanted to do.” We suggest you take the opposite approach. Set the goal and in the process of training for the event or activity you’ve always wanted to do, then you will…
You’ve got to watch this video – it may be life changing…
Father’s Day is one week from today. Before you decide what to do for that special guy – dad, hubby, brother, son – watch this inspirational video first. It is one of the most incredible stories of all times! It’s 6 minutes long but trust me, absolutely, totally worth it. I’ve watched it at least…
No Excuse for Excuses…
If you’re a consistent exerciser and never struggle with sticking to it, you can skip today’s blog. But if you’re like most people, and let work, the kids and other responsibilities get in the way, read for some tips on how to overcome these obstacles so you have the energy for work, kids and other…
Learn how to stay motivated from someone who exercises everyday and has been consistent for over 30 years!
Happy Monday. I wanted to wait and send this out a little later in the afternoon so you could assess whether you’ve started the week off on the right foot or not. By now, you should have a plan for the week – Which workouts will you do when? Leaving it up to how you’re…
What’s the #1 thing you need to do to stick to your exercise program?
You’ve got to make the experience fun and enjoyable! The biggest problem I face as a fitness trainer is that I’m offering a product that most people hate. Unfortunately, the majority of people do not like to exercise! So it’s my job to make the exercise experience as enjoyable as we possibly can. Here’s some…
What to do when you conflict?
Yesterday on my morning run, I saw the oddest thing. This man was riding his bike while smoking a cigarette. My first thought was “What an interesting combination!” It made me think that many of us may have conflicting behaviors that don’t align with our ultimate vision for our lives. For example, maybe you exercise…
What will you do?
“A healthy body is a guest-chamber for the soul; a sick body is a prison..” F.B. If your body truly hosts your soul, what will you do this week so it functions at it’s best?…