“People often become what they believe themselves to be. If I believe I cannot do something, it makes me incapable of doing it. But when I believe I can, then I acquire the ability to do it even if I didn’t have it in the beginning.” Mohandas Gandhi We have two weeks left to our Spring…
5 Tips To Overcoming The Roadblocks
When people set New Years Resolutions, most have great intentions and are extremely zealous but quickly run into roadblocks and eventually fall off the wagon. Soon the motivation fades and many are doomed to set the same resolutions year after year. Every year, if you set a goal, follow a process and then quit, why do…
Rethink How You Approach New Years Resolutions
Last week, we discussed the 4 Most Important Tips to Winning at Fitness. There is one more thing that is critical to achieving any goal that you set and that’s making sure your Mind is Right. Many people start January with solid and positive intentions and resolutions but shortly after, sabotage their own efforts without even…
4 Most Important Tips to Winning at Fitness
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! It is January 1st and human nature has many of us resolving to make some major changes in our lives. Maybe we’ll decide to start an exercise program, start eating better, quit smoking or lose a substantial amount of weight. Regardless of the goal, have you ever wondered why most people set the…
Mind Games Get You Through a Workout….
….or race! Have you ever struggled to get through a workout? We’ve recently had a number of local athletes complete an Ironman Triathlon which consists of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and 26.2 mile run. Can you imagine how mentally tough you need to be to get through the training to prepare you…
Try Two-a-Days to Ramp Up For Summer!
We are about a month away from the official launch of summer and with all this beautiful weather, everyone is starting to realize that they don’t have a lot of time before they are sporting minimal clothing and swim wear! As a result, many people are ramping up their exercise programs and Two-a-Days are definitely…
WHY Crossing The FINISH LINE Changes you!
The number one reason people will consult with a trainer is to help them lose weight. I like to take a different approach to weight loss. Let me explain. Many people take this approach – ‘As soon as I lose the weight or get fit, then I’ll start doing the things I’ve always wanted to…
Don’t Be A Quitter
Since many join a gym and resolve to get fit at this time of year, it’s probably a good idea to examine some of the reasons why someone quits long before they’ve achieved their goals. If you’ve ever joined a fitness club and soon after found yourself wondering why you ever signed on the dotted…
Low Cost Fitness
January can be tough for a lot of people. Credit card bills are arriving highlighting the additional holiday spending making everyone feel a little more stressed. But many also are feeling out of shape and ready to tackle their New Year’s Resolutions and get back into good shape. It’s cold, wet and dark and all…
2016 Create Your Dream Year!
Close out the year as you plan for the next. 2016 will be the year where you create your dream year! As we wind down the year, it’s a great opportunity to reflect on the last 12 months. Recap It’s a great drill to grab a piece of paper and answer the following questions: What…