Are you familiar with the term ‘own worst enemy’? Some of that comes down to your mindset. Mindset is the set of attitudes a person holds. Oh, attitude — I have plenty of that — but there’s no need for … Read More
Fitness
Putting In The Work
“Putting in the work” means dedicating consistent effort to reach a goal, whether it’s in a job, a relationship, or personal growth. I know it’s an exciting start, but it’s essential to get a working definition when a term means … Read More
Carrying Baggage
Who hasn’t carried baggage? Whether you’re traveling by plane, train, or car, you’ve packed a suitcase or three. If you’ve ever been late for a flight and had to dash with your baggage, you know how much fun it is. … Read More
Why Health and Fitness Really Matter
Here are some definitions of health and fitness to pay attention to. Please read carefully. Health: Is “a state of optimal physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease.” (1) Fitness: The condition of being physically … Read More
The Call Of Convenience
Convenience is proceeding with something with little effort or difficulty, while inconvenience is the opposite. You could argue that we have never lived with as much convenience as we do now. Geez, I’m old enough to recall having to use … Read More
How To Make It Work And Overcome Obstacles
Since becoming a personal trainer, I have had to find ways to make it work because we rarely have perfect circumstances to begin anything, including fitness. My first-ever client had third-degree burns on her forearm (and the scars to prove … Read More
The Secret Sauce
I’m old enough to remember when they used to call the sauce on the Big Mac the secret sauce, or was it the special sauce? Anyhow, I’m showing my age. When making waves in the world or cooking up a … Read More
Why Is It So Difficult?
Why is staying or becoming healthy and fit so difficult (for some) when it’s right at our fingertips? There’s more information on it than you can poke a stick at, and most people can access it for free. It’s not … Read More
Healing For Better Health And Fitness
The words heal and healing get thrown around a bit, especially after an awful tragedy is played out on our TV screens. But what does healing and the healing process mean? Let’s consult the Google Dictionary. 1. Become … Read More
Fitness Advice Around The Holidays Is Useless
The holidays and health and fitness advice go together like peanut butter, jelly, mirrors, and biceps curls. Many fitness professionals don’t want their clients to backslide during the holiday season, and to help and get more clients, guess what they … Read More